Katharine & Sean
Schedule
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Welcome Gathering
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
211 Helena Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Before we say our “I dos” on Friday, we'll be gathering for welcome drinks on Thursday from 8-11 PM for some pre-wedding shenanigans. We’d love to raise a glass and kick off the weekend with you—come join us for a drink and some good vibes before the big day!
Friday, October 3, 2025
Wedding
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
High Low- Black-Tie ✨🌿 Men in Tuxes, Women in colorful floor length dresses, upscale vibe (high), in a casual setting (low).
PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE ZOO BY 3:15pm. Seating will begin at 3:30pm and our ceremony will begin at 4:00pm. Our reception will follow at conclude at 10:00pm. For additional information about attire and transportation, please visit our wedding website. ***TRANSPORTATION*** Enjoy complimentary trolley service between the Moxy and Harbor View Hotels and the Zoo! Pick-up times are 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 3:30 PM, with return trips at 9:00 PM, 9:30 PM, 10:00 PM, and 10:25 PM—making it easy to relax and enjoy the evening with us. VIBES: Elegant but relaxed. Wear a bright, floor-length gown (think tropical and safari-inspired colors, bright pinks, greens, blues, purples, yellows, and oranges etc), and for the guys, a tuxedo with a black tie or bow tie. Ditch the heels! Since it's a zoo wedding on grass, opt for stylish flats, wedges or chunky heels instead. Comfort + elegance = perfect combo! Dress up, have fun, and let's celebrate in style!
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Afternoon at the Beach
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
https://sbparksandrec.santabarbaraca.gov/beaches/west-beach
Feel free to get some rest in the morning — or explore Santa Barbara. Our plan is to hit the beach from roughly 12-3pm. We’ll be setting up shop at West Beach, just north of Sterns Wharf. If any of you would like to take any surfing lessons, we suggest contacting Surf Happens — which is Santa Barbara’s top local surf school.
Live Music, Drinks, Food & Laughs at Validation Ale!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
102 E Yanonali St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Santa Barbara Chic (Think “The Californians” — Caftans, Linens, Etc.) and always bring a cover up as things cool down in the evening here this time of year.
**SCHEDULE CHANGE** This event was previously meant to take place at The Moxy Hotel -- but, due to unforeseen circumstances, it has been moved a few blocks away to the Validation Brewery. We've hired an amazing cover band -- DUSTY SPRINGS -- who will be playing 6-9pm. Swing on by for drinks, bites and laughs -- on us! Here's a link to the band's IG account: https://www.instagram.com/dustystringssb
Sunday, October 5, 2025
Goodbyes
9:00 am - 10:30 am
131 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
For those who are planning to head out early on Sunday, Sean and Kate will be at Helena Bakery grabbing some bites and saying our goodbyes before the wine tasting kicks off at 10:30am. Join us for a casual goodbye hang!
Wine Tasting
10:30 am - 5:30 pm
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
We’ll provide the bus! We’ll depart from Helena Avenue Bakery at 10:30am. First stop is Presqu’ile Winery for their Annual Tri-Tip Cook-Off & Wine Tasting (12-3pm). Then we’ll swing by Gainey Vineyards for another tasting on our way back. We aim to arrive back in Santa Barbara by 5:30pm.