Weddings & Rehearsal Dinners at Shadowbrook

Create timeless memories in one of
Northern California’s most romantic creekside venues.

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Creekside Ceremonies

Say "I do" surrounded by lush gardens, the sounds of cascading water, and the beauty of Soquel Creek.

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Historic Cable Car

Make a grand entrance in our icon hillside cable car—a one-of-a-kind experience for you and your guests.

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Exceptional Dining

Delight your guests with award-winning cuisine, crafted with the finest ingredients and impeccable attention to detail.

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Intimate to 100 Guests

Beautiful spaces for celebrations of all sizes—from intimate gatherings to grand receptions.

Shadowbrook provides a truly unforgettable setting for weddings, rehearsal dinners, and celebrations of every size. With lush gardens, cascading waterfalls, our iconic hillside cable car, exceptional cuisine, and timeless old-world charm, every detail creates a romantic backdrop for your special day.

Recognized as Northern California's "Most Romantic Restaurant" and consistently ranked among the nation's Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants, Shadowbrook combines breathtaking natural beauty with award-winning hospitality to create celebrations that couples and their guests will remember for a lifetime.

Whether you're planning an intimate ceremony, a rehearsal dinner with family and friends, or a grand wedding reception, our experienced team is dedicated to making your celebration as seamless as it is memorable.

Why Couples Choose Shadowbrook

  • Romantic creekside setting with tiered gardens and waterfalls
  • Private outdoor ceremony locations overlooking the creek or Chef’s Herb Garden
  • Unique indoor dining spaces filled with historic redwood and brick charm
  • Flexible packages for intimate gatherings of up to 100 guests
  • Award-winning cuisine, extensive beverage options, and attentive service
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Wedding Packet

Wedding Packages

Events are scheduled between 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Pricing subject to change. Facility fees and food & beverage minimums vary by space and duration.

Signature Seated Packages

  • Shadowbrook Package — 2 hors d’oeuvres, first course salad, entrée selection
  • Cable Car Package — 3 hors d’oeuvres, first course salad, entrée selection
  • Hill Top Package — 4 hors d’oeuvres, first course salad, entrée selection

Hors d’Oeuvres Reception Packages (2-hour service) also available.

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Ceremony Locations

The Redwood Patio

Creekside Patio

The Rock Room Lounge

Ceremonies take place outdoors in one of our beautiful settings:

  • Creekside Patio — Alongside Soquel Creek
  • Redwood Patio — Overlooks the fully heated Chef’s Herb Garden
  • Rock Room Lounge — Serves as our indoor location (Mon-Thur October 15 Thru May 15)

Available Spaces & Capacities

  • Owner’s Private Reserve — 9–16 guests. Wheelchair accessible to room. Ceremony on Redwood Patio. Varying availability.
  • Redwood Room — Up to 22 guests with a Sweetheart Table. Ceremony on Redwood Patio. Some stairs.
  • Wine Cellar — Up to 37 guests with a Sweetheart table. Ceremony on Creekside Patio. Some stairs.
  • Green House — 38–60 guests with a Sweetheart table (or up to 100 when combined with Wine Cellar). Ceremony on Creekside Patio. Some stairs.
  • Green House & Wine Cellar Combined — Up to 100 guests (minimum final count 61+). Weekdays only.
Wedding Packet
Wine Cellar
Wine Cellar
Owner's Private Reserve
Owner's Private Reserve

Rehearsal Dinners

Shadowbrook is ideal for intimate rehearsal dinners the night before your wedding. Rehearsals are typically scheduled between 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (wedding party presence required). Contact us to create a custom menu and bar setup for your group.

Signature Seated Packages

  • Shadowbrook Package — 2 hors d’oeuvres, first course salad, entrée selection
  • Cable Car Package — 3 hors d’oeuvres, first course salad, entrée selection
  • Hill Top Package — 4 hors d’oeuvres, first course salad, entrée selection

Hors d’Oeuvres Reception Packages (2-hour service) also available.

A night view of Shadowbrook Restaurant illuminated with thousands of white holiday lights, reflecting off the water of Soquel Creek and glowing through the surrounding redwood trees.

Planning Your Day

Shadowbrook is ideal for intimate rehearsal dinners the night before your wedding. Rehearsals are typically scheduled between 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (wedding party presence required). Contact us to create a custom menu and bar setup for your group.

Sample afternoon timeline

  • 11:00 AM — Guest arrival
  • 11:30 AM — Ceremony
  • 12:00 PM — Hors d’oeuvres and cocktails
  • 12:45 PM — Seated meal
  • 3:30 PM — Dessert
  • 5:00 PM — Departure

Music, décor, and included amenities details follow here (acoustic only outdoors, etc.)

Policies & Important Details

  • Deposits required; cancellation policies apply
  • 23% service charge plus applicable sales tax
  • No outside alcohol except wine (corkage fee applies)
  • No rice, birdseed, or confetti
  • Limited wheelchair access in some spaces due to stairs
  • All events are semi-private
Wedding Packet

Ready to Plan Your Special Day?

Contact our Special Events Coordinator to schedule a tour, check availability, or discuss your vision.

Tatiana Gomez

Phone: (831) 475-1222

Email: weddings@shadowbrook-capitola.com

We look forward to helping you create memories that will last a lifetime at Shadowbrook.