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We’ve partnered with some of the most outstanding event venues in Oakland, San Francisco, San Mateo and other locations across the Bay area. What event are you planning? We can help pair you with a location that fits.
Oakland Scottish Rite Center
Oakland, CA
Overlooking Lake Merritt, this beautiful Art Deco building contains several event spaces.The Grand Ballroom is a perfectly decadent setting for your wedding or corporate event. The Auditorium can accommodate 1500 and there are several break out spaces as well.
Capacity
1,500 Cocktail, 900 Seated
Bimbo’s 365 Club
San Francisco, CA
Established in 1931, Bimbo’s 365 Club is San Francisco’s most historic nightclub and today retains its original Art-Deco design. Amenities include state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, tiered seating, a concert stage, large dance floor, and terraced dining platforms.
Capacity
685 Cocktail, 450 Seated
City Hall – SF
San Francisco, CA
This Beaux-Arts building originally opened in 1915 as a monument to the City Beautiful movement. Today, its elegant adornments and stately presence make it the crown jewel of San Francisco event venues.
Capacity
3,000 Cocktail, 500 Seated
CuriOdyssey
San Mateo, CA
CuriOdyssey is the perfect location for unique and memorable wedding ceremonies and receptions. Poised at the edge of the Coyote Point Recreation Area, CuriOdyssey is surrounded by eucalyptus groves and county parkland. Redwood Hall is comprised of four cascading levels that can be used individually or in combination.
Capacity
500 Cocktail, 300 Seated
Dunsmuir Hellman Historic Estate
Oakland, CA
Dunsmuir Hellman Historic Estate’s serene atmosphere, quality services, and professional staff make it a perfect location to host your corporate retreat, wedding, reception, dinner party, or any other type of social event whether in the indoor Pavilion or in combination with the lovely grounds.
Capacity
300 Cocktail, 250 Seated, 500 Outdoor
Gallery 308 – Fort Mason Center
San Francisco, CA
Originally host to the maritime trade and repair shops at Fort Mason, Gallery 308 boasts panoramic views of San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. The historic space features an open floor plan, state-of-the-art lighting, polished concrete floors, and multi-purpose blackout shades.
Capacity
400 Cocktail, 250 Seated
Hacienda De Las Flores
Moraga, CA
An authentic Spanish style mansion, Hacienda De Las Flores that was once the hunting ground of the Miwok Inidans and is now beautifully maintained park ground. You may rent the Hacienda and patio and/or the Pavilion for your social or corporate event.
Capacity
200 Outdoor
Lafayette Veterans Memorial Center
Lafayette, CA
A modern but warm and inviting venue in lovely Lafayette perfect for every occasion – weddings, corporate events, bat mitzvahs, celebrations of life.
Capacity
350 Cocktail, 250 Seated
Lawrence Hall of Science
Berkeley, CA
Whether it’s the most important day of your life or the business meeting that seals the deal, Lawrence Hall of Science offers you an unforgettable venue for your special event. Our panoramic Bay view, dynamic science exhibits, and personal attention will allow you to focus on what matters most—enjoying your important day.
Capacity
500 Cocktail, 180 Seated
Log Cabin – Presidio
San Francisco, CA
Built in 1937, the historic Log Cabin in the SF Presidio was originally a non-commissioned officers’ club. The rustic cabin with its Spanish red-tile roof is one of the park’s most popular venues. The large lawn area is ideal for wedding ceremonies or receptions, and offers panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline.
Capacity
200 Cocktail, 150 Seated
Marina Community Center
San Leandro, CA
The Marina Community Center has a variety of rooms available for meetings and events. With ample parking, the facility is open year round to accommodate facility rentals of all kinds.
Capacity
400 Cocktail, 300 Seated
Mills College
Oakland, CA
Two great spaces on one of the Bay Area’s prettiest campuses. – The Reinhardt House seats 55 indoors and 150 outdoors and the Student Union accommodates 150 indoors.
Capacity
200 Cocktail, 150 Seated, 150 Outdoor
Pauley Ballroom – UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
Pauley is the second largest venue in the East Bay with prestigious oak paneling, a 30 foot high ceiling, and a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows revealing remarkable views of Sather Gate and the Campanile. It can divide into 2 sections for intimate events or breakout sessions. West Pauley is 2/3 of the ballroom, while East Pauley is 1/3 of the ballroom.
Capacity
800 Cocktail, 550 Seated
Piedmont Community Center
Piedmont, CA
This splendid Mediterranean structure is situated in a lovely park setting. Receptions take place in the hall and/or in the lovely outdoor patio and ceremonies often take place on the grounds as well.
Capacity
200 Cocktail, 120 Seated, 200 Outdoor
Piedmont Community Church
Piedmont, CA
With beautiful architecture and colorful landscaping, this is a lovely venue for both ceremony and reception. You can seat up to 300 in the church and 200 in Guild Hall and the outside courtyard can be utilized as well.
Capacity
225 Cocktail, 200 Seated, 100 Outdoor
Preservation Park
Oakland, CA
Occupying two blocks in the heart of downtown Oakland, Preservation Park is a Victorian neighborhood, a unique collection of historic residences transformed into the City’s most innovative workplace and event center. Nile Hall is the main indoor space but the outdoor Fountain area is often used for larger weddings and events.
Capacity
200 Cocktail, 130 Seated, 300 Outdoor
San Ramon Community Center
San Ramon, CA
The San Ramon Community Center is centrally located and very popular for all types of special events. It is the home to the Fountain Room, Terrace Room, Alcosta Room and several small rooms. The venue offers the versatility of indoor and outdoor spaces along with the extended offerings of Central Park.
Capacity
250 Cocktail, 175 Seated
Shannon Community Center
Dublin, CA
The Shannon Community Center has 19,700 square feet of space, and provides a banquet hall for 300 people as well as flexible meeting rooms. It is the perfect location for social and corporate events alike.
Capacity
300 Cocktail, 300 Seated
Shrine Event Center
Livermore, CA
Perfect for corporate events, weddings, and fund-raisers this well-designed facility is one of the largest in the Bay Area. It’s breakout rooms, professional sound system and audio visual equipment makes it great for conferences, too.
Capacity
950 Cocktail, 450 Seated
Snow Building – Oakland Zoo
Oakland, CA
Located near the top of the entrance to the Bay Area’s beloved Oakland Zoo, the Snow Building offers a spectacular view of the bay. It’s an affordable space for both weddings and corporate events and offers an outdoor area for ceremony or additional seating.
Capacity
250 Cocktail, 175 Seated, 100 Outdoor
Temescal Beach House
Oakland, CA
The Beach House and its peaceful surroundings capture the gentle simplicity of the past and is ideal for a wedding, corporate retreat, celebration of life or any occasion.
Capacity
130 Cocktail, 80 Seated, 80 Outdoor
The Brazilian Room
Berkeley, CA
One of the three inaugural regional parks, combining local rock and timber with the beautiful hardwood wall paneling from Brazil. The Brazilian Room is currently a popular site for weddings, parties and business retreats.
Capacity
225 Cocktail, 140 Seated, 60 Outdoor
The General’s Residence – Fort Mason
San Francisco, CA
The historic General’s Residence features views of Aquatic Park, Alcatraz, and the far reaches of San Francisco Bay. Recently renovated, the building features a ballroom, dining room, lounge, beautiful foyer, and the Funston Room, which can be used as a small meeting room or bridal suite. Overlooking the bay, the rear lawn is a beautiful setting for a wedding ceremony or other outdoor event.
Capacity
400 Cocktail, 130 Seated
The Green Room
San Francisco, CA
Host to more than 200 functions and 40,000 guests each year, The Green Room is known for its distinctive color, soaring ceiling and russet tiled loggia. The Green Room — perfect for dinners, lectures and receptions — also provides an ideal location for events held in conjunction with performances in the Herbst Theatre and War Memorial Opera House.
Capacity
450 Cocktail, 200 Seated
San Francisco Film Centre
San Francisco
The Palm Room at the San Francisco Film Centre is a sophisticated event space with an adjoining veranda, available for corporate or private receptions, meetings, fundraisers, parties, film production and wedding ceremonies/receptions.
Capacity
300 Cocktail, 180 Seated
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USS Hornet
Alameda, CA
Host your next event on board the historic aircraft carrier USS Hornet. Located only minutes from San Francisco by ferry or coach, the USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum has a variety of spaces perfect for meetings, banquets, trade shows, product launches, team-building activities, and more! All hangars combined can accommodate 1650!
Capacity
1,200+ Cocktail, 650+ Seated
USS Potomac
Oakland, CA
The Potomac offers cruise opportunities on San Francisco Bay where you will see the Bridges of the Bay and the Islands of the Bay among many other wonderful sights. While you cruise you will learn about the history of San Francisco Bay and FDR’s role in its development. Our public cruises include live narration from experienced, enthusiastic volunteers.
Capacity
120 Cocktail, 50 Seated