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About West Wind Santa Barbara Drive-In

West Wind Santa Barbara Drive-In was a iconic single-screen drive-in theater in Goleta, offering a classic movie-going experience perched on the South Coast. Although the venue is currently closed, it remains a memorable part of Santa Barbara’s entertainment history, known for its welcoming, car-friendly layout and nostalgic drive-in atmosphere. This page provides practical information for those researching the site, historic context, and nearby lodging and dining options for visitors exploring the Goleta area.

Location context: 907 S Kellogg Ave, Goleta, CA 93117 (sources sometimes list 908 S Kellogg Ave at closure). The site is easily accessible from central Santa Barbara and surrounding neighborhoods, with transportation options that reflect the evolving local infrastructure.

Seating and parking details reflect typical drive-in conventions: seating is not assigned by car; parking is first-come, first-served with oversize vehicles permitted in back rows. Inside the lot, a low speed limit (3 mph) keeps a safe, family-friendly environment, and there is no re-entry policy after leaving the lot. While the venue is no longer in operation, the site’s legacy remains a point of local cultural memory. For travelers researching the area, nearby hotels and dining options provide convenient stays and meals before or after a visit to Goleta and Santa Barbara.

  • Parking: First-come, first-served; oversize vehicles may use back rows; no re-entry; 3 mph speed limit inside the lot.
  • Seating: Publicly published seating charts are not available; viewing alignment was car-based and flexible by parking position.
  • Transit: The Wave, Goleta’s microtransit service launched in 2025; nearby bus stops include Hollister and Kellogg, enhancing local connectivity.
  • Nearby hotels (affiliate partner options): Residence Inn Santa Barbara Goleta, Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta, Best Western Plus South Coast Inn, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta, Motel 6 Santa Barbara – Goleta, among others.
  • Nearby dining and amenities: A variety of restaurants and services are concentrated along Hollister Avenue and the Goleta corridor, with many partner recommendations available for convenient stays.
  • Notable history: Opened in 1966 with Elvis Presley in Paradise Hawaiian Style; reopened in 2010 as Santa Barbara Drive-In; resumed operations during COVID in 2020; farewell weekend and permanent closure announced in 2022. A 2020 fundraiser was held at the drive-in to support the community.

For travelers seeking a nostalgic, film-screen experience in the Santa Barbara area, we’ve got you covered with practical information and trusted hotel and dining recommendations to complement your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 400 cars (single-screen drive‑in).
  • Address commonly cited: 907 S Kellogg Ave, Goleta, CA 93117; some sources cite 908 S Kellogg Ave at closure.
  • Venue type: single-screen drive-in theater; status: CLOSED as of September 5, 2022.
  • Seating chart: no publicly published seating chart; parking is first-come, first-served.
  • Parking: first-come, first-served; oversize vehicles allowed in back rows; no re-entry; speed limit 3 mph inside lot.
  • Transit: Goleta microtransit The Wave launched in 2025; nearby bus stops include Hollister & Kellogg.
  • Nearby hotels: Residence Inn Santa Barbara Goleta, Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta, Best Western Plus South Coast Inn, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta, Motel 6 Santa Barbara – Goleta, etc.
  • Notable events: opened in 1966 with Elvis Presley in Paradise Hawaiian Style; reopened 2010 as Santa Barbara Drive‑In; reopened in 2020 during COVID; farewell weekend and permanent closure announced in 2022; 2020 fundraiser held at the drive‑in.