Top Rated Wedding Bands in Santa Barbara
Bespoke detail meets sparkling fun. The perfect blend of elegance and energy.
Stunning, secluded and deep, Santa Barbara’s wedding venues combine rustic beauty with elegant amenities. Wherever the party is, our live dance band will meet you there. Our top musicians have played up in the hills at San Ysidro Ranch, down by the ocean at Ritz-Carlton Bacara, and just about everywhere in between.
Santa Barbara is a second home for Ben Mallare Events & Entertainment. Our live wedding bands provide the right touch for each element of the evening: beautiful love songs to start the evening, singer-songwriter favorites for cocktail hour, classic standards for dinner, and finally the best dance party you’ll ever enjoy to close out the evening.
Santa Barbara – Oceanfront Grandeur, Vineyard Glamour
Santa Barbara is synonymous with California luxury — where oceanfront views meet vineyard elegance. Our bands have brought high-end entertainment to iconic venues throughout the region, including the coastlines of Montecito and the Gaviota Coast. Explore two standout properties where we regularly create extraordinary live music experiences.
Ritz-Carlton Bacara: Luxury Events on the Coast
Tucked along the Gaviota Coast, the Ritz-Carlton Bacara offers sweeping ocean views, Spanish-style architecture, and five-star service — making it a top choice for luxury weddings and private events in Santa Barbara. From intimate vineyard ceremonies to grand receptions in the Bacara Ballroom, our live bands bring a level of musical polish and energy that elevates every moment. With years of experience at this stunning resort, we know how to match its ambiance with the perfect live soundtrack.
Rosewood Miramar: Coastal Grandeur Meets Live Music Excellence
Located in Montecito, just outside Santa Barbara, Rosewood Miramar is an ultra-luxurious beachfront resort perfect for high-end weddings and social gatherings. With manicured gardens, stunning oceanfront lawns, and elegant event spaces, it’s a favorite among couples and planners seeking refined beauty. Our ensembles have performed throughout the property, crafting bespoke music experiences that reflect both the modern coastal elegance and old-Hollywood charm of this world-class venue.
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Harmony Amongst the Vines: Explore Santa Barbara’s Exquisite Live Music Experience
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Santa Barbara Wedding Bands:
Dive into the romance of Santa Barbara weddings with our captivating wedding bands. Whether it’s a cliffside ceremony or a vineyard celebration, we’ll create an enchanting atmosphere that echoes your love story.
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Santa Barbara Corporate Event Bands:
Elevate your corporate events in Santa Barbara with our professional event bands. From elegant soirées to exclusive product launches, we’ll set the stage for success and leave a lasting impression on your guests.
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Santa Barbara Party Bands:
Let loose and celebrate in style with our vibrant party bands in Santa Barbara. Whether it’s a beach bonfire or a downtown bash, we’ll bring the energy and excitement to keep the party going all night long.
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Santa Barbara Dance Bands:
Get ready to groove with our dynamic dance bands in Santa Barbara. From salsa nights to swing parties, we’ll keep the rhythm alive and the dance floor packed with unforgettable memories.
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Santa Barbara Live Bands for Hire:
Make your event shine with our top-tier live bands for hire in Santa Barbara. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand gala, our talented musicians will deliver a performance that exceeds your expectations.
Testimonials
A charismatic lead singer performs on stage with a 20-piece wedding band, captivating guests at a wedding reception. The musicians, dressed in stylish attire, create an energetic atmosphere, showcasing the vibrant entertainment options available for special events. Ben Mallare Events & Entertainment specializes in live wedding bands, ensuring unforgettable musical experiences tailored to every celebration.
Couple: Shelby & Mike
Date: June 8, 2024
Venue: Roblar Farm
Reviewed On: The Knot
Almost a month since our wedding and people are still texting me about the band. other families are inquiring about using them for their own events in the future. absolutely INCREDIBLE band. not a single person was sitting at the wedding. old. young and everything in between. they were worth every penny. don’t skip on a live band and don’t skip on ben mallare!!!! “I am still decompressing from the wedding but I just needed to send you and email because Mike and I can not stop talking about the band and neither can the guests. Chance, singers (wish i remembered the other incredible singers names - my adrenaline was peaking haha), band members are INCREDIBLY talented professionals… Andy we were BLOWN away. The Hurricane song was OUT OF THIS WORLD. I have to attach the video for you my friend took. Mike and I have watched it 500 times today (real number). It is a memory we will never ever forget. I was originally told by my planner I had to choose between “Hurricane” and “Heavy Metal” song because it was too many special love song requests. I’m not sure if that was a mix up or if it was a surprise but they played it and i was SHOCKED. This was my only surprise during the ceremony / reception (every wedding detail I planned). That song is very special to my family and I. I am a triplet and my dad used to blast that in the house and teach us three how to head bang at just four years old 🤣 twenty seven years later and we still got it. I was the last one of the three to get married so having that moment with my siblings was top three highlights of the day. We have had every single person that attended RAVE about the band. Everyone said they felt like they were at a concert. Multiple times throughout the night I looked around and nearly every single person was on the dance floor, old and young. It was just perfect.
A 20-piece live wedding band from Ben Mallare Events & Entertainment performing on stage, featuring vocalists and musicians, providing entertainment at a wedding reception.
Couple: Catherine & Mike
Date: July 20, 2019
Venue: Presqu’ile Winery
Reviewed On: The Knot
The Ben Mallare Entertainment group was just excellent for all our wedding ceremony sound and reception entertainment needs! Ben’s group is very professional and responsive through the planning process. They provided us with exactly what we needed for the ceremony including speakers, a microphone stand, and microphones. During the reception, we specifically had the All-Stars group with Rebecca and Gabriel as our lead singers. Because we planned our wedding from the East Coast, we needed to make our wedding band decision based on the Ben’s provided video examples. We were already confident that this group would be awesome from the videos, but on the day of, they well exceeded our expectations. They played such a great selection of background music during the dinner, did a fantastic job MC-ing, and absolutely killed the dancing part of the evening! Many of our guests (and of all ages) came up to us during the reception saying this wedding band was one of the best they had seen/heard. Our guests were extremely impressed by the wide repertoire of songs and music styles they could play. Further, our guests were having so much fun dancing they boo-d the early shuttle back to the hotel which is just a testament to how this group knows how to get your wedding guests wanting to dance and celebrate all night.
Recent venues
- Belmond El Encanto
- Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
- Hotel Californian
- Montecito Club
- Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
- Ritz-Carlton Bacara
- Roblar Winery
- Rosewood Miramar Beach
- Valley Club of Montecito
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