Weddings

Make your wedding unforgettable. The Santa Barbara Zoo offers a spectacular location for a wedding. Guests will enjoy nearly 30 acres of lush gardens, majestic ocean views, and our diverse collection of animals. We work with you every step of the way to make sure your wedding day is perfect.

Zoo Catering Services by Rincon will help you plan the wedding of your dreams by working with you to create a menu & event layout that fits your vision perfectly. 

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Capacity
Our ceremony site, Palm Garden, can accommodate between 250-275 guests; the Hilltop reception site can accomodate parties of 500+.

The ceremony and reception site fee is $4,000 for up to 200 guests. If your guest count exceeds 200 people, there is an additional fee of $14 per additional guest.

Deposit
We request a deposit of 50% of the site fee and a refundable $300.00 security deposit at the time of reservation.

Catering, Beverage, & Rental Services
Zoo Catering Services by Rincon will assist you with all catering, beverage service, and rental needs. Specialty services such as lighting, full wedding coordination, cakes, and decor can also be arranged. Please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by Rincon for more details.

Please contact Zoo Catering Services to learn more about weddings at the Santa Barbara Zoo: call (805) 845-1296 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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