Wedding celebration · Dec 26–28 · Santa Barbara, California

Celebrating 15 years of love.
Ben & Zach

Join us for a weekend by the sea—sunset toasts, good food, and a few happy tears. We can’t wait to celebrate with our favorite people.

Where
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
When
Friday, Dec 26 – Sunday, Dec 28
Dress
Coastal formal · black-tie optional

Details

We’re gathering for an intimate weekend at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara—salt air, golden light, and the people who’ve loved us along the way.

  • Venue: The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
  • Address: 8301 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
  • Hotel: Ritz-Carlton Bacara overview
  • Adults-only: evening events

Please arrive 15 minutes early for the ceremony.

A weekend in coastal light

Bring something you feel beautiful in. Think linen, soft blues, warm neutrals, and a touch of gold.

Hint: evenings can cool off near the water—pack a light layer.

Weekend at a glance

A relaxed, coastal weekend—just enough structure to celebrate well, with plenty of room to breathe.

  1. Friday · Dec 26
    4:00 pm · Hotel check-in
    6:30 pm · Welcome cocktails & bites (private event at the resort)
    8:00 pm · Fireside hangs / early night (your choice)
  2. Saturday · Dec 27
    3:30 pm · Guests arrive
    4:00 pm · Ceremony
    4:30 pm · Cocktail hour
    6:00 pm · Dinner & toasts
    8:00 pm · Dancing
  3. Sunday · Dec 28
    9:30 am · Farewell brunch (private event at the resort)
    11:00 am · Hotel check-out
    After · Beach walk / goodbyes
Santa Barbara coastline at golden hour
Santa Barbara · ocean breeze · golden hour

Travel

We recommend staying on property at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara for the easiest weekend.

  • Address: 8301 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
  • Hotel phone: +1 (805) 968-0100
  • Closest airport: SBA (Santa Barbara), about 7 miles away
  • Alternate: LAX (Los Angeles), about 110 miles away
  • Getting around: rideshare + walking on property

If you’re flying into LAX, consider building in extra time for traffic.

RSVP

Please RSVP by email so we can plan seating, meals, and all the little details.

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