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About Arlington Theatre

The Arlington Theatre is a centerpiece of Santa Barbara’s arts scene, blending a storied history with a vibrant slate of first-run films and live performances. With roughly 2,000 seats, this beloved downtown venue hosts everything from cinema lineups to major performing arts events and special film festivals like SBIFF. Located at 1317 State Street, the theatre is easily accessible from parking options, public transit, and a variety of nearby hotels and dining spots.

Whether you’re planning a night at the movies, catching a concert, or attending a festival event, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticket access and insider tips. Secure your seats, check the seating chart, and explore nearby accommodations and eateries to complete your Santa Barbara experience. We’ve got reliable details on parking, transit, and what to expect when you visit the Arlington Theatre.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1317 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.
  • Venue type: historic movie theatre and major performing arts venue.
  • Capacity: about 2,000 seats (official seating info lists 2,000).
  • Seating chart: seating chart available from the Arlington Theatre venue pages.
  • Parking: private lot directly behind the theatre; multiple paid city lots nearby; first 75 minutes free in downtown city lots with modest hourly rates afterward.
  • Transit: downtown Santa Barbara parking structures and lots serve Arlington; Lot 5 (Chapala St) and nearby on-street options are commonly used.
  • Nearby hotels: Upham Hotel, Kimpton Canary Hotel, The Presidio, Cheshire Cat Inn, Simpson House Inn, and other State Street accommodations within walking distance.
  • Notable events: hosts first-run films and live performances; regularly used for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) events.
  • Renaming/demolition: no demolition or renaming found; Arlington Theatre remains active; operator Metropolitan Theatres filed Chapter 11 in 2024 but Arlington was reported as unaffected.
  • Current operator/owner context: listed as Arlington Theatre by Metropolitan Theatres (Metro Theatres) with ongoing show listings and box office information.