Top California Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 125 Guests

The Wattles Mansion provides guests with a Mediterranean style that is beautifully unique to most weddings. The ceremony is usually held in their famed gardens, while you are surrounded by green, the white mansion will serve as a beautiful backdrop. The venue produces a magical, royal feel to their events. Perfect venue for a bride/ groom that had always envisioned a princess/prince theme. Additionally, the venue offers panoramic views of Los Angeles, adding another beautiful backdrop for your photos. The combination of the wood floors and ceiling inside produces a traditional ambience that will be memorable for all attendees.

• Spaces for 10-632 Guests
• 2 Bars
• 1 Ballroom
• 6 Total Spaces

Perched on a scenic hillside in Healdsburg, California, the historic Villa Chanticleer offers timeless charm and wine country elegance for weddings, celebrations, and special events. Surrounded by redwood and oak trees, the Villa blends classic architecture with modern amenities, providing both indoor and outdoor spaces for gatherings of all sizes. Just minutes from downtown Healdsburg, Villa Chanticleer is where Sonoma County’s natural beauty meets unforgettable hospitality.

• Spaces for 44-50 Guests

Refresh at SpringHill Suites by Marriott Madera, CA. Our modern hotel offers spacious suites with free Wi-Fi and plush Marriott bedding. Start your day with a healthy breakfast and explore local dining options like Black Bear Diner. Maintain your wellness routine at our 24-hour fitness center or relax in our heated outdoor pool. Enjoy easy access to Yosemite National Park, Fresno Chaffee Zoo, and Madera District Fair. With free on-site parking and proximity to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, our venue is perfect for business meetings or special occasions.

• Spaces for 400-450 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Located 2.5 hours north of San Francisco, the historic Camp Navarro property is Northern California's premier 'back to nature' event facility. Available for corporate retreats, weddings, festivals, music concerts, and other creative events, Camp Navarro is situated on 200 acres of Redwoods along the Navarro River in the Anderson Valley of Mendocino County. This magical property has capacity for over 400 people in a variety of Cabins, Adirondacks and Teepee Tents, and boasts miles of nature trails, an archery and shooting range, a 10,000-square-foot main lodge with a dining & meeting hall, an arts and crafts barn, a bbq and outdoor game area, swimming holes, a meditation platform, an amphitheater, rock climbing walls, and more. It’s the perfect spot to host an ADULT CAMP, but also great for family-friendly retreats as well. Reconnect with nature (and yourself) at Camp Navarro.

• Spaces for 130-350 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces

Located at the foot of the Hollywood Hills (between Glendale, Burbank, and St, Santuari is a premier event destination designed for those who appreciate refined luxury and a transportive atmosphere. With an aesthetic that draws inspiration from the Mediterranean coast, our venue offers a sophisticated backdrop for milestones that demand a touch of the extraordinary- from sun-drenched bridal showers and intimate baby showers to bespoke wedding receptions. Our Balearic inspired oasis creates an environment that feels both timeless and modern, offering a versatile canvas for event planners and hosts looking to escape the ordinary. The Signature Spaces The Main Room: Our central, open-concept event space. It is characterized by its grand proportions and elegant architectural details, providing a seamless flow for seated dinners, cocktail receptions, and high-end social gatherings. The Palm Court: A signature outdoor oasis that serves as the perfect setting for a garden-style ceremony or a pre-reception cocktail hour under the California sky. The Outdoor Patio: An airy retreat that allows for a fluid indoor-outdoor event experience, perfect for brunch celebrations or evening soirées. Full-Service Bar & Lounge: A sophisticated focal point featuring a curated selection of premium spirits and artisan cocktails, designed to anchor any social event. Culinary Distinction Events at Santuari are defined by our high-end professional kitchen. We specialize in elevated, chef-driven Mediterranean cuisine that prioritizes fresh, seasonal ingredients and impeccable presentation. Whether it’s a light brunch for a shower or a multi-course wedding gala, our culinary team ensures that the menu is as memorable as the setting. The Experience Santuari is more than just a venue; it is a full-service experience. We specialize in luxury private events, providing the privacy, prestige, and meticulous attention to detail required for the city’s most discerning hosts.

STEP INTO A WORLD OF SOPHISTICATION AND INNOVATION WHERE EVERY CORNER IS IMBUED WITH ELEGANCE AND STYLE. OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART AMENITIES INCLUDE TOP-TIER VIDEO RECORDING, MUSIC PRODUCTION, PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIOS, AND REHEARSAL SPACES, ALL METICULOUSLY DESIGNED TO BRING YOUR VISION TO LIFE.

• Spaces for 15-30 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Farm
• 1 Venue with Activities

California Lavender Honey Farm is a beautiful year round location in the heart of Paso Robles Wine Country that is perfect for intimate, boutique gatherings for birthdays, bachelorette and holiday parties. If you like garden, bees, down-to-earth, rustic, farm and tea party themes you will have a blast at our farm. We offer tours, tea tasting experiences, wellness parties, CREATIVI-TEA themed parties (arts & crafts with lavender tea and light snacks) and holiday themed parties (Harvest, Christmas, Valentine's/Galentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day). We can provide floral decor for your party (lavender bouquets) and we also offer party favors, hostess gifts, corporate holiday gifts.

• Spaces for 450 Guests

Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery is a Mediterranean Villa in the heart of Livermore Valley Wine Country. Surrounded by vineyards, it is a romantic location for couples to say their vows. The venue features a Grand Salon reception room, large enough to accommodate up to 400 guests, but intimate for smaller guest counts. In addition to reception space, indoor and outdoor ceremony sites are available. Outdoors, couples may marry under a lush arbor within the venue's walled garden. Inside, couples may marry in the Amber Room, a gorgeous ceremony room that features a large limestone-carved fireplace, ambient lighting, and large wooden doors for a dramatic wedding party entrance. In addition to the venue itself, Casa Real also is the in-house caterer. Providing elegant, fine-dining meals for guests and serving wine from the next-door Ruby Hill Winery. Packages include all that is needed to host a meal for friends and family - tables, chairs, linens, place settings, the meal, 4.5-hour full open bar, and service. In addition, included is Casa Real's day-of coordination service. This service allows couples to relax on their wedding day, knowing that all the little logistical details will be taken care of. Featuring breathtaking views, attentive service, and award-winning cuisine, Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery is the perfect venue for a memorable wedding.

Featuring breathtaking Italian-inspired décor and dozens of ways to customize every party, conference, gala, or wedding reception, De Luxe’s three Los Angeles event venues—the Ballroom, the Lounge, and the adjacent Olivia Restaurant—provide the perfect setting for your next social or business function. From intimate get-togethers in the Lounge to extravagant 400-person wedding celebrations in our Grand Ballroom, De Luxe Banquet Hall’s experience, professionalism, and flexibility serve to elevate every event, regardless of formality or size. Explore our diverse venues to determine which location is right for you.

Planning events is one of the things we do best at DoubleTree. Whether you invite friends, colleagues, or clients to an event at DoubleTree, we’ll make sure that everything will run smoothly. We’re ready to help setup your space, supply the room with what you need, and meet special dietary needs. We'll make sure the details are dialed in. We’d love to give you a tour and show you some of the ways we'll help you make your next event the best ever. Check on availability with us today.

• Spaces for 18-500 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 6 Total Spaces

Located on the sixth floor above THE RANCH Restaurant & Saloon, our Events Center features six private dining rooms to accommodate any occasion and any dining experience. THE RANCH Culinary Team creates menus that pair beautifully with unique and popular wines guaranteed to impress your guests. Also home to our award-winning 10,000+ bottle Cellar, our sixth floor boasts expansive views of the city, Angel Stadium, Honda Center, and the Disneyland Resort® fireworks! In addition to our Events Center, THE RANCH Restaurant and Saloon are also fantastic venues for private events. THE RANCH Restaurant offers two private rooms, accented in warm and rich earth tones providing a comfortable environment for any occasion. The Saloon is also available to host large scale dinners and grand celebrations.

• Spaces for 180-300 Guests

insideOUT is San Diego's premier LGBTQ-owned restaurant and only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue. Situated in Hillcrest, within the eye-catching Eitol (red) Towers, insideOUT is an elevated restaurant and lounge where you walk inside to be out. The venue includes a main dining room that leads to an open-air atrium with seating nooks and a striking water feature for guests to experience San Diego's only urban oasis. . Throughout the year, insideOUT is known for its elevated experiences where guests immerse themselves with our spectacular installations. We provide customized private event planning with venue buy-out options.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests

Built in 1956 by Silver Screen star Marion Davies just outside of Palm Springs in beautiful Rancho Mirage, Villa de Martini is a sight to behold. Renovated and restored in 2018 to its full glory this ‘Marion Mauve’ Mansion in the desert has four kitchens, 14 bathrooms, a regulation sunken tennis court, a waterfall and lake, pool and sauna. It’s perfect for parties, events, retreats, opulent weddings and luxury getaways. Contact Fatima Nordquist to book today. 760.899.1782

• Spaces for 16-400 Guests
• 7 Event Spaces

Historic buildings rich in mosaics, terraces, lush lawns, pool patios, and intimate spaces provide dramatic settings for every event and meeting. Whether you're looking to host a corporate retreat, family reunion, or client meeting, you'll find the right tools and service to make your event memorable and successful.

• Spaces for 26-85 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

The Shindy is a small, intimate venue designed to feel cozy, welcoming, and just like home. It’s the perfect space for meaningful gatherings, where guests can relax, connect, and celebrate in a comfortable, inviting setting. With over 500 events hosted, we’re pretty good at making memories and can’t wait to be part of yours. NO WALK INS - Tours of the space are by appointment only.

• Spaces for 40-2,600 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Hotel
• 9 Total Spaces

Madonna Inn has been an iconic property on the Central Coast since 1958. With 110 uniquely themed guest rooms, award-winning restaurants and bars, luxurious spa and fitness center facilities, boutique shopping, horseback riding, tennis and basketball courts, and lush gardens, Madonna Inn brings together time-honored, Old World charm with the modern amenities and comfort - all packaged in a pop of Pink!

• Spaces for 20-250 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Ballrooms
• 1 Meeting Space

In San Francisco, a city of exquisitely edgy contrasts, Hotel Zetta offers a high level of sophistication and service without taking itself too seriously. The vibrant décor and sustainable architecture of our boutique Union Square hotel lend an innovative, creative vibe, while the high-tech conveniences, oversize guestrooms and plush pillow top beds keep things modern and always relaxed. Located in the heart of San Francisco’s famously techy-savvy SoMa district and walking distance to Union Square and Moscone Convention Center, Hotel Zetta invites style-seeking travelers and local professionals to work, connect, play and get inspired during their stay in our boutique hotel. Whether you’re planning a high-level conference, a software launch party or an intimate reception, your next event is destined for greatness at Hotel Zetta. Located in the heart of San Francisco’s vibrant technology center, Hotel Zetta features 2,760 square feet of event space that seamlessly integrates technology and distinctive design with intuitive, sophisticated service. Meetings can be arranged last minute or well in advance, for just one hour or full-day events—all of which provides an unprecedented degree of flexibility and availability for meeting space in San Francisco.

• Spaces for 20-125 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space

MacArthur Place is an ideal venue for small to medium group events including team building activities, executive retreats, incentive leisure travel, reunions, and weddings. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a lavish celebration, MacArthur Place delivers an idyllic, unforgettable setting for your dream Sonoma wedding. They have a variety of beautiful indoor and outdoor venues that are perfect for your wedding or special event. And, with their dedicated event staff and on-site catering, they will be with you every step of the way and ensure your event goes off without a hitch. They can accommodate events of up to 100 guests, depending on the venue, for rehearsal dinners and wedding brunches and 80 for wedding ceremonies. Ideal for meetings, executive retreats and incentives, MacArthur Place offers a variety of options ranging from the rustic elegance of our historic barn to outdoor space in their beautifully-manicured gardens. They offer natural luxury and farmhouse charm in the heart of Sonoma, making it a premier meeting and event destination in Northern California. Their newly designed “Coach House” features three elegant and well-appointed salons that can be combined for 2,305 square feet of versatile gathering space, ideal for a 150 guest banquet or 100 person conference. At the heart of the property sits their lovingly-restored 150-year-old barn, which houses two additional meeting spaces as well as their new Mediterranean-style restaurant, Layla. MacArthur Place has several indoor and outdoor event venues that are perfect to accommodate your wedding or special event. In addition to modern indoor and verdant outdoor meeting spaces across their five-acre property, they have designed a suite of mindful offerings — including yoga, kombucha-making, tea tasting and team-building — to support sensory awakening, personal connection and, of course, productivity. Any or all of these Mindful Meeting offerings, in addition to a mindful food and beverage menu, can be added to your event.

• Spaces for 9-600 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Hotels
• 14 Total Spaces

Perfectly located at the archway to San Diego’s entertainment hub, the Hilton Gaslamp Quarter combines the service of a luxury hotel with the sophistication of a smaller boutique property.