Elings Park

With the breathtaking views, tranquil charm and natural beauty, all of the venues at Elings Park are ideal settings for weddings or corporate events.

Set high in the hills above Santa Barbara, Elings Park is a scenic, open air wedding venue with a very Southern California feel. Three secluded ceremony and reception spaces offer sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, mountain ranges, and the red tiled rooftops of the city below, giving you that “destination wedding” vibe without leaving Santa Barbara.

Whether you imagine vows in a stone amphitheater, cocktails on a garden lawn, or a bluff top ceremony with the ocean at your feet, Elings Park gives you room to design a day that feels relaxed, beautiful, and completely your own.

Godric Grove – Hilltop Estate Setting With Ocean Views

Godric Grove sits at the top of the park and feels like a private estate in the sky. Couples and guests are treated to wide views of Santa Barbara and the ocean, with ceremony seating tucked into a stone amphitheater that creates a natural focal point for your vows.

A large lawn, framed by lush gardens and liquidambar trees, gives you plenty of space for dinner, dancing, and lounge areas. The reception deck is shaded by mature oaks, there is a generous service area for catering and bar setups, and the private parking lot makes arrival easy for both valet and self parking. In late spring and summer, blooming matilija poppies add a soft, romantic touch to the landscape.

Singleton Pavilion – Garden Lawn With Mountain and City Vistas

Singleton Pavilion offers a classic garden style setting with an expansive grass lawn, a charming gazebo, and two tree shaded stone terraces. From this vantage point, you and your guests can enjoy views of the surrounding mountains, the city of Santa Barbara, and a peek of the distant ocean.

The flexible lawn layout can host up to approximately 200 guests for a seated reception, with room for a ceremony setup, dining, and a dance floor. The combination of terraces, lawn, and gazebo creates natural zones for cocktails, lounge spaces, and photo moments, which is why Singleton Pavilion has become a favorite for intimate, stylish celebrations.

South Bluffs – Oceanfront Feeling Ceremony With 180° Views

The South Bluffs are all about that “wow” ceremony moment. Perched along the edge of the park, this site offers a dramatic, nearly 180 degree ocean view that stretches out beneath you. Couples exchange vows with the Pacific as their backdrop, framed by gentle ocean breezes and unforgettable sunsets.

Many couples choose the South Bluffs for a dedicated ceremony, then continue the celebration with a reception at Godric Grove or Singleton Pavilion. It is an ideal choice if your top priority is a breathtaking coastal ceremony that feels both romantic and authentically Santa Barbara.

Venue Highlights

• Region: Santa Barbara, California

• Scenery: Ocean views, mountain vistas, city and hillside views, natural park setting

• Ceremony Locations: Godric Grove stone amphitheater, Singleton Pavilion lawn and gazebo, South Bluffs bluff top overlook

• Reception Capacity: Up to about 175 guests at Godric Grove, up to about 200 guests at Singleton Pavilion

• Event Style: Outdoor, estate style, garden and bluff top spaces, ideal for sunset ceremonies

• On Site Parking: Private parking lots with options for self parking or valet service

• Great For: Destination feel local weddings, sunset ceremonies, wine country and coastal inspired celebrations, couples who love open air venues with dramatic views

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