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About Earl Warren Showgrounds

The Earl Warren Showgrounds sits on a 34-acre site at 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (Las Positas Entrance). Operated by the 19th District Agricultural Association, this multi-use community venue hosts a wide range of events—from horse shows and trade fairs to circuses and home shows. Whether you’re planning a large-scale trade show or a community event, you’ll find flexible spaces, clear configurations, and supportive staff ready to help secure your seats and space.

Below you’ll find essential details on parking, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to make planning easier. We’ve also highlighted notable events that regularly take place at Earl Warren Showgrounds, so you know what’s typical for the venue year-round.

Accessibility and convenience matter at this Santa Barbara venue. With ample parking space, multiple multi-use spaces including Warren Hall (up to 13,000 sq ft; seating for 700 banquet or 1,400 theatre), a 22,000 sq ft Exhibit Building, and other spaces like Kramer Arena and the Reception Garden, Earl Warren Showgrounds can accommodate a variety of event layouts. Transit options include Santa Barbara MTD and the Downtown-Waterfront Shuttle, ensuring easy access for attendees. For accommodations, nearby hotels include Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara, Kimpton Canary Hotel, and Best Western Plus Santa Barbara, with partner options available for comfortable stays near your event.

We’ve got you with a straightforward path to tickets and attendance planning. If you’re unsure about space configurations, contact our team for guidance on the right the section you want or great seats configuration for your event, and to secure your arrangements with minimal hassle.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (Las Positas Entrance).
  • Venue type: multi-use community event and emergency resiliency center operated by the 19th District Agricultural Association.
  • Parking: over 1,000 parking spaces on the 34-acre site.
  • Warren Hall capacity: up to 13,000 sq ft with seating for 700 banquet or 1,400 theatre.
  • Exhibit Building: 22,000 sq ft; total meeting space ~13,300 sq ft; other spaces include the Kramer Arena and Reception Garden.
  • Seating/chart options: various configurations; the site lists separate capacities for different spaces (e.g., Warren Hall and exhibit spaces) and a downloadable venue map.
  • Transit: accessible via Santa Barbara MTD; Downtown-Waterfront Shuttle service is available in the area.
  • Nearby hotels: Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara (4770 Calle Real); Kimpton Canary Hotel (31 W Carrillo St); Best Western Plus Santa Barbara (2220 Bath Street).
  • Notable events hosted: Santa Barbara National Horse Show, Santa Barbara International Orchid Show, Gem Faire, Fiesta Stock Horse Show & Rodeo, Circus Vargas, 805 Night Market, SB Home Show.
  • Renaming/demolition status: no demolition or renaming announced; there are ongoing master plan discussions for a redesign of the 34-acre site.