Top California Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 49 Guests
• 1 Boat

Private sailing charters on the tall ship Gas Light are available! In California, there is no better place to hold an event than aboard a gorgeous sailing vessel on San Francisco Bay. A typical tall ship's sights and noises will excite your senses and transport you to another era. Gas Light is a one-of-a-kind classic tall ship sailing yacht with an expansive deck space and a roomy, speak-easy open salon below. We have had the pleasure of working with a range of different groups and events, and we are excited to share our experiences with you. On your very own private sailing tours, explore San Francisco Bay! Corporate Event. Oracle, YouTube, Facebook, Metric Theory, LLC, Nike, Stitch Fix, Alibaba, Dell, Sales Force, Intuit, Apple, Google, Grand Rounds, Brex, and many others have benefited from our services. Grab your crew and get ready for a team-building experience unlike any other. Tie the Knot with us. The ceremony can be held on board the Gas Light. During the ceremony, our Captain will literally have you two "tie the knot." With its tiny, cozy interior, our ship is ideal for a rehearsal dinner or morning after breakfast. Your trip on Gas Light will also be an unforgettable chance to introduce the bride and groom's family; it will be a topic of conversation for both families for years to come. Celebrate Birthdays. This is an event for people of all ages! Gather up to 49 of your closest friends, family, and coworkers for a birthday to remember! Do you want to see another example of an event? A warm welcome awaits you!

• Spaces for 25-75 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Estates
• 1 Garden

Welcome to Mourot House, a historic home in the heart of downtown Redwood City, in the heart of the San Francisco peninsula and Silicon Valley. Constructed in 1906 as the family home by French-American architect Eugene Mourot, this registered historic Dutch colonial home is the perfect blend of period beauty and modern amenities. Gorgeous high ceilings, original hardwood floors, crown moldings and leaded windows, complimented by updated and modern fixtures, central air and heat, natural stone countertops, chef's kitchen with top stainless appliances, and more. A gorgeous and relaxing zen backyard surrounded by bamboo and alive with lush plantings, featuring a hot tub, ping-pong table, stunning lighting and cozy heat lamps and fire table.

• Spaces for 700-1,400 Guests

Built in 1909, The Regency Center is considered the finest example of Scottish Rite temple architecture in the country, featuring Gothic, Neoclassic, and Beaux-Arts styles. The building has housed a Masonic Temple, a dance studio, the Polish Arts Foundation, and a movie theater. Recently restored to its original splendor, this landmark offers three levels of unique gathering space. This versatile San Francisco landmark offers three separate venues - The Regency Ballroom, Social Hall, and Lodge - each with unique architectural characteristics and an array of accompanying rooms. Capacities range from 70 up to 1,000 with the entire facility accommodating up to 2,000 guests in combined occupancy. Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams, a corporate seminar, an elaborate reunion, or a celebratory bar or bat mitzvah, you will find The Regency Center to be a distinctive and imaginative choice. We invite you and your guests to relax and indulge yourselves in this exceptional venue, and let us demonstrate why we are the ideal setting for your next special event.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Made by Meg is proud to continue the legacy of the historic La Venta Inn nestled in the hills of Palos Verdes Estates. La Venta Inn has enjoyed a full, rich history on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Nationally recognized as a California Point of Historical Interest, the Inn dates back to the early 1920’s, when a group of international businessmen set out to develop the ‘ideal residential community.’ The landmark ocean view estate is a beautifully restored 1920’s Spanish villa and used to entertain guests from the world over through exceptional weddings and events. We are thrilled to bring the delicious Made by Meg cuisine and our incredible hospitality to this one of a kind property.

• Spaces for 270 Guests
• 1 Event Space

With a bespoke wedding celebration, you can have the wedding of your dreams. Temecula Valley's natural beauty and moderate climate will complement your vows perfectly. Our outdoor wedding locations are centrally located in Southern California, but they are also private and intimate. Our Temecula resort is a gorgeous setting that may be properly customised for your vows, whether you envision a small celebration or an extravaganza with hundreds of guests. Your guests will be brought to a remote portion of our rolling green golf course, hidden among old trees. The environment is replete with century-old oak trees, and the historic cottage was erected in the late 1800s. The ceremony and reception can take place on two beautifully designed lawns connected by rustic bridges. The Meadows provides two spacious lawns and an exquisite patio only steps away from all of the resort facilities, nestled among eucalyptus, oak, and magnolia trees. The well-kept grounds can be separated into zones for a formal ceremony, supper, or celebration, all of which are equipped with heat lamps. Without the explicit authorization of the Hotel, no food or beverages, with the exception of wedding cakes and/or desserts, may be brought into the wedding site, and are subject to service and/or labor charges as considered required by the Hotel. A licensed and insured bakery or restaurant must supply wedding cakes and/or sweets. Your Temecula Creek Inn Catering Service Manager will help you coordinate the hotel's services, such as menu options, floor plans, Banquet Event Orders, and billing. Your Professional Wedding Coordinator and the Resort Operations Staff will be in contact with the Catering Service Manager on-site. All other wedding elements, such as the timeline, vendors, rehearsal coordination, decor set up/clean up, gifts, and personal items, will be coordinated by your Professional Wedding Coordinator. All wedding activities require the services of a professional wedding day coordinator.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Old Greenwood House is situated above the Truckee River Canyon, offering a stunning view of the Sierra Nevada range. The structure looks straight down the 18th fairway of the Old Greenwood Golf Course. REMODELED VENUE COMING SUMMER OF 2023! We will be bringing our Old Greenwood House into the modern era creating a 200 guest event center perfect for weddings, welcome receptions, corporate parties, rehearsal dinners, meeting space, and more! https://clusterscreative.com/360/old_greenwood/preview_02/index.htm

• Spaces for 150-400 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm
• 2 Event Spaces

Started in 2014 by Tim and Michelle Borland and their three kids, the Bar SZ Ranch is a true family business with a mission to help others “forge their legacy.” Set on 2200 acres in its own valley with iconic California oak trees and golden hills; views of the surrounding mountains and Pinnacles National Park; and painted, sunlit skies, the Bar SZ Ranch offers a unique backdrop for any size wedding, corporate retreat, or private event. We’re pleased to offer one wedding package that has become a favorite of couples over the years. This package includes 3 nights on the property with overnight accommodations for 40 or more in our Ranch House, Log Cabin, and glamping tents (we recommend booking additional glamping tents through Shelter Co. or Anywhere Outpost if more overnight guests are expected). We’ve hosted weddings with guest counts of 500 and are looking forward to making your weekend great. We also offer 12-hour, 24-hour, and multi-day event packages. Each package includes our Ranch House and our Cowboy Village Event Space with the option to add on additional accommodations.

• Spaces for 50 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 space at this venue

Nothing brings a corporate group together like launching a Ferrari down a private runway. Drive Exotic Cars hosts corporate events at Sonoma Valley Airport in the heart of wine country — our signature Exotic Car Airstrip Challenge puts every participant behind the wheel of three exotic supercars (Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren) for timed runs down the airstrip, with a private hangar alongside for catering, presentations, and an awards ceremony for the fastest times. We host groups of 10–50 with everything handled — cars, venue, insurance, staffing, and logistics. Events start at $19,500 for up to 25 participants, and event insurance is provided, so drivers need only a valid license. Minutes from Napa and Sonoma's restaurants, wineries, and group lodging, the event pairs perfectly with a wine-country lunch or dinner for a complete offsite day. Ideal for team building, sales kickoffs, executive offsites, client appreciation, and milestone celebrations. Guided exotic car driving experiences on the Bay Area's best roads are also available for smaller groups.

• Spaces for 125-150 Guests

Set just minutes away from Newport Harbor, Rogue Collective is a coworking space by day and event space by night. We’re all about creativity here, from the custom prints on the wall that change seasonally to our painted stripe accents. But beyond the style, we’re about comfort, good vibes, and community. When you walk in, we want you to feel at home.

• Spaces for 50-70 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Garden

Islay Gardens – A Private Garden Venue in the Heart of Santa Barbara Tucked discreetly behind gates in midtown Santa Barbara, Islay Gardens is a rare and enchanting discovery—a secluded garden venue designed for refined celebrations and meaningful gatherings. Beneath a canopy of majestic oak trees and surrounded by lush greenery, guests enter a tranquil sanctuary that feels both intimate and elevated, where every detail invites connection, beauty, and effortless elegance. Islay Gardens is a boutique, private garden curated specifically for smaller, high-touch occasions where atmosphere matters and experience takes center stage. The setting reflects the understated luxury of a Montecito-style retreat—organic, serene, and beautifully restrained. There is a quiet sophistication to the space, where natural textures, filtered light, and thoughtful garden details create an ambiance that feels relaxed yet impeccably curated. It is the kind of place where time slows, conversations deepen, and moments linger. The venue’s natural landscape is its greatest luxury. Towering oak trees soften the sunlight into gentle, dappled patterns across the grounds, creating a warm and ever-changing glow throughout the day. The garden unfolds in layers, with intimate corners, inviting pathways, and carefully composed details that feel organic rather than over-designed. The result is a setting that is visually stunning yet never contrived—an ideal canvas for celebrations that prioritize quiet authenticity and presence. Designed for intimate micro weddings, elopements, and small receptions, Islay Gardens offers a setting that feels deeply personal rather than performative. Ceremonies here are naturally romantic, framed by greenery and softened by birdsong and filtered light. The atmosphere encourages sincerity and connection, allowing couples to celebrate surrounded by their closest circle in a space that feels meaningful rather than transactional.

• Spaces for 100-1,000 Guests
• 8 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Resorts
• 8 Total Spaces

Calamigos Ranch is a one-of-a-kind site for outdoor ceremonies with over 250 acres of undisturbed beauty that stretches into the Santa Monica Mountains, quietly ensconced in the heart of the Santa Monica Mountains in Malibu Wine Country. Calamigos Ranch is in a league of its own, with trickling waterfalls, weeping vegetation, beautiful rustic surrounds, and flowing branches festooned with fairy lights. The Ranch has eight distinct venues located privately around our historic grounds that may accommodate receptions of 25 to 500 people. We prioritize your desire for privacy and secrecy, since this is undoubtedly the most important day in the beginning of your journey together. There is also a boutique resort, spa and beach club on-site to complete your stay.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

Lot 8 is one of San Diego's most beautiful outdoor event spaces. With it's lush living walls and palm trees swaying overhead on balmy nights, Lot 8 is the quintessential open air Californian party venue. The first thing you need to know about Lot 8 is that renting their San Diego event space is designed to make your life easy. Essentially a blank space to transform as you wish, it's open, fun and totally customizable. Ideal for weddings, private parties and corporate events. Event halls are overrated, Lot 8, once a humble parking lot, is purposely pared down so that you can curate the event of your dreams. Party beneath the palms at San Diego's finest open-air space. Lot 8 is a unique venue for standout, unforgettable weddings and special events. Their team of event professionals will help you execute a flawless celebration.

• Spaces for 106-2,500 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Rooftop
• 6 Total Spaces

Nestled in San Francisco's Dogpatch District, The Midway is a sprawling 40,000 square-foot hub of creativity and innovation, welcoming all to discover, create, interact and be moved. Our vibrant venue celebrates the confluence of music, art, cutting-edge technology, and culinary arts, offering an array of performances, workshops, and exhibits that spark inspiration at every corner. At The Midway, we're dedicated to curating an enriching, thought provoking journey for every visitor, where the unexpected becomes the norm.

• Spaces for 100-390 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Ballrooms

As one of the most centrally located Redwood City hotels in Silicon Valley, Hotel Nia, in the Menlo Park Gateway, is redefining what guests expect from high-end hospitality among Redwood City hotels in Silicon Valley. From the time you arrive, you'll enjoy excellent service and unique access to a variety of luxurious amenities, including our soothing outdoor pool, tranquil garden courtyard, and expansive fitness center. A new standard has been established for hotels in Redwood City, California. Visit Hotel Nia on your next visit and you'll discover the pleasures of rest and relaxation for yourself. The Hotel Nia, which is conveniently located between downtown Palo Alto and Stanford University, embodies the same modern, entrepreneurial attitude as our Silicon Valley neighbors. Our conference and event facilities, which include floor-to-ceiling windows, extensive AV packages, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, inspire creativity and promote productivity. Hosting a conference or event at Hotel Nia is simple and convenient, thanks to services such as onsite food, luxurious suites, and a fully equipped business center.

• Spaces for 130-17 Guests

There is no other venue in Santa Barbara where you can look out at the islands, the mountains and the ocean from the same table, while eating food hand picked that morning. We open the estate for only a few events each year. If yours should be one of them, let's talk.

• Spaces for 22-170 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Located in Ojai, CA, The Dutchess is a multi-faceted venue that hosts rehearsal dinners, wedding showers, and other parties. The historic building feels like it was built for parties! Many great events have been held here throughout the years and the team is so proud and excited to be carrying on the tradition. The Dutchess is an all-day bakery, café and Burmese-Californian restaurant housed in a 1927-era building on the site of Ojai’s first bakery. It's an “everything place” that captures the spirit of the town’s farmers and artisans, and is a fun, eclectic collaboration amongst friends and family—Restaurateurs Zoe Nathan and Josh Loeb, Pastry Chef Kelsey Brito and Chef Saw Naing. It’s a place to come in the morning for a cappuccino and a croissant, take home a loaf of bread, meet friends for sandwiches, salads and flatbreads at lunch. Nighttime shifts into an energetic restaurant featuring Burmese fare, as a celebration of Saw’s heritage, along with farmers’ market-driven cocktails, regional craft beers and small production wines focused on grapes farmed in an ecologically-responsible way. Everything is crafted from beautiful ingredients, with the majority coming from within 50 miles, including Zoe and Josh’s 50/50 Farms and other farms focused on soil health. The entire restaurant features historic-inspired pieces sourced from local sellers, California flea markets, antique stores and more, all balanced with a fresh, clean and airy look. The extensive and flexible layout also makes it a perfect destination for hosting private dinners, cocktail parties, weddings and more, with the back dining room, bar and patio seating up to 125 or the entire restaurant accommodating up to 170 people. The bakery and kitchen can also provide off-site catering for your celebrations.

• Spaces for 180-250 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

The Meadowlark Golf Club in Orange County, California has a ballroom and restaurant for couples to use on their wedding day. The ballroom is a light space with lots of windows, and the venue also offers an outside terrace where ceremonies can take place. The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve is about six minutes away from this country club. The Meadowlark Golf Club can accommodate up to 250 people for a wedding. Couples can have a ceremony on the patio or on the green. Up to 100 guests are invited to the terrace ceremony, which takes place on a paved area with flowers and wrought-iron railing. The golf club's greens reach out into the horizon, providing guests with a spectacular vista. Couples can hold their wedding ceremony on the No. 2 green for a closer look. Couples and guests will have breathtaking views in every way from this ceremony setting, which is surrounded by a putting green, pond, and sand dunes. Couples will have access to a golf cart for wedding photos on the grounds after a ceremony at either site. The Terrace Ballroom can then be used for receptions. The room is brightened by the natural light that comes in through the windows, which provide panoramic views from above. The ballroom is decorated simply, allowing couples to personalize it on their special day.

Venue 66 is under the radar, but right on your way, we're conveniently located steps away from Century City. Our 1300 sq. ft. luxuriously appointed salon is perfectly suited for a variety of events. You will feel like you are at a private club. We offer enough tables and chairs so up to 50 of your besties can dine comfortably. The fully equipped 750 sq. ft. commercial kitchen is your caterer's dream. It is large enough for tastings or chef demonstrations.

• Spaces for 50 Guests

Let Sacred Rock Inn’s breath-taking ocean views, and natural Mendocino Coast surroundings serve as a one-of-a-kind setting for your special event. Whether you’re looking for a small, intimate ceremony, a cozy reception, milestone celebration, or reuniting with close friends and family, Sacred Rock Inn is the ideal choice. Serene Coastal Weddings: Where Dreams Meet the Horizon Imagine the intimacy of a small, heartfelt ceremony with your closest loved ones, where every glance and every touch is a part of your unique love story. It’s where love and nature entwine, where vows are exchanged with each wave crashing against the shore. Magical Moments: Celebrating Love At Sacred Rock Inn Picture a cozy reception where laughter and joy fill the air, creating unforgettable memories with your nearest and dearest. Let your dreams take flight in a setting that’s nothing short of magical.

• Spaces for 120-140 Guests

524 Union Street, formerly the Paper Doll, a designated San Francisco landmark; an original hidden gem full of magic, ready for your special event, wedding dinners, birthdays, corporate events, pop ups and more. Located in a Victorian, 524 captures European charms and Bohemian ambience along the Barbary Coast trail in the heart of thriving post pandemic North Beach, steps from Coit Tower and Washington Square Park. Featuring two separate dining rooms and bars, raised stage areas, equipped kitchen, door to door loading, corner front and private San Francisco alley entry way, rustic details, stain glass, a working fireplace, and more. The Paper Doll is noted as the first LGBTQ restaurant, and a front line of civil rights and 524 Union Street is one of the oldest pre-earthquake locations for food and drink.