🏳️🌈 from weddings and birthdays to family reunions 🏳️🌈
people celebrate the happiest life events at El Zapato SB
rent the courtyard to host a private party for up to 60 guests
* Minimum 3-Night Rental Required *
A Very Unique Architectural Adventure
Panoramic Santa Barbara rooftop views, three outdoor patios, and one private courtyard, all in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara.
El Zapato is a Jeff Shelton-designed downtown venue just blocks from State Street, the beach, and Funk Zone, with commanding views of the Santa Ynez mountains, the Mission, and most of downtown Santa Barbara. We are also just 3 blocks from the Santa Barbara Film Festival, and are an ideal place to stay if you plan to attend!
Private parties for up to 60 people are available to El Zapato guests. If you would like to host a private party during your stay, please let us know in your booking request and we will check availability.
Let us make your next occasion truly memorable!
Besides our astounding panoramic views, what makes us so special?
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![El Zapato Wedding dress]()
We're quite photogenic
El Zapato has an abundance of colorful detail-filled architectural nooks and crannies with photographic vantage points to make your event oh so unique and memorable.
We also have bridal dressing rooms available.
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![El Zapato Rooftop Deck Event]()
We can be very cozy
3 fully furnished rooftop decks with plenty of space to roam or settle in.
Maybe this endorsement and overview from Santa Barbara Weddings can help. ;)
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![Events at El Zapato]()
From casual to formal
We are ready for you.
With El Zapato’s 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 kitchens, 3 rooftop decks, and a large party courtyard, we comfortably accommodate up to 60 guests in whatever your style may be, making us the perfect backdrop for any occasion you are planning!
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We are LGBTQ Friendly
We don’t discriminate and believe love is love. Period.
So bring your party.
All are welcome at El Zapato!
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Need to project?
The courtyard’s large projection wall allows for movies, event backdrops, and slide shows of any sort.
Thanks for the shoutout @jas_productions!
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El Zapato under the stars
is an unparalleled experience.
Our generous courtyard in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara is the perfect venue for colorful day-tonight indoor/outdoor events and receptions. We can even host multi-day celebrations so your guests can comfortably enjoy all that Santa Barbara offers.
El Zapato Private Party Highlights
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Outdoor Courtyard Events
Corporate Meetings
Private Parties (For Up to 60 Guests):
• Wedding Ceremony and/or Reception Location
• Rehearsal dinners
• After wedding brunches
• Elopements+++ Overnight Accommodations should you need them!
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Our 1000 SF Courtyard hosts up to 60 guests and includes
A multipurpose room, a large ADA-friendly elevator and a bathroom for your guests
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El Zapato’s location boasts endless restaurants, wineries, attractions, and booming downtown Santa Barbara community activities.