FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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We’d love to hear from you soon, as our venue deadline is September 13, 2026.

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Is there a dress code?

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Dress Code: Santa Barbara Formal Long dresses for women and suits for men. We encourage a soft, coastal color palette—think neutrals, pastels, earth tones, and muted florals. Dressy, elegant, and polished, but not black tie.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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The ceremony will begin at 1:00 PM. Due to limited parking and a short walk to the garden lawn, we recommend arriving by 12:30 PM.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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We’ll be staying at the Courtyard Marriott in Santa Barbara and would love for you to join us. The hotel is a short walk to both the ceremony and reception, offers reasonably priced rooms, and has a great pool bar. We’ve arranged a discounted rate for our guests—simply follow the instructions below to reserve your room. 1. Go to www.marriott.com/sbacs 2. Enter dates of stay 3. How many rooms and guests 4. Under Special Rates, select the drop down and select “Corp/Promo Code” 5. Enter the code W14 6. Select “View Rates” 5. Select room type and book reservation

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Is there parking for the ceremony?

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Parking is available at City Lot #7 (Library Garage), located at 1115 Anacapa Street, directly across from the courthouse. The first 75 minutes are free, and parking is approximately $3 per hour after that.

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Is there parking for the reception?

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Overnight parking is available at City Lot #6 (Granada Garage), located at 1221 Anacapa Street, directly across from La Amada. The garage is open 24 hours, allows overnight parking (up to 72 hours), and costs approximately $3 per hour with a $20 daily maximum. Additional public garages are also available nearby.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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Yes! Trolleys will be available to bring guests from the Courtyard Marriott to the ceremony site from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. After the ceremony, hop back on for a ride to the reception—with a little Santa Barbara tour along the way—from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?

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We’d love to spend a little extra time with you! Join us Thursday evening for a relaxed welcome bonfire on the beach. On Saturday afternoon, we encourage everyone to check out the Funk Zone—Santa Barbara’s hub for great wine bars and breweries—for a casual, go-at-your-own-pace bar crawl. It’s a fun way to explore and connect with other guests throughout the day.