Top California Engagement Party Museums

• 1 Engagement Party Album
• Spaces for 30-700 Guests
• 5 Museums
• 1 Outdoor
• 5 Total Spaces

The Marconi Automotive Museum & Foundation for Kids is Orange County’s premier event venue, supported by over 30 years of experience producing exceptional events. Guests are welcomed into a striking industrial-chic setting surrounded by a world-class collection of more than 100 rare and exotic automobiles valued at approximately $70 million. What truly sets the Marconi apart is our hands-on, service-driven approach to event planning. Our experienced team works closely with each client from inquiry to execution, providing thoughtful guidance, clear communication, and seamless coordination to ensure every detail is handled with care. Designed to host weddings, corporate gatherings, fundraisers, and milestone celebrations, the Marconi offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop paired with a polished, professional event experience. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, a portion of net proceeds from every event directly supports children’s charities throughout Orange County, so when you host an event at the Marconi, you’re also helping children in need. Thanks for helping us help kids!

• Spaces for 200-220 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 3 Ballrooms
• 6 Total Spaces

Get hitched in a historic military setting at the San Francisco Officers' Club. Salute to love and happiness! San Francisco's Presidio Officers’ Club sits at the city’s birthplace. With panoramic bay and parkland views and a choice of stunning celebration locations, you’ll love the rich history, sumptuous comfort, and innate elegance. The historic Officers’ Club at San Francisco’s Presidio has a wealth of features like hand-worked iron fixtures, rough-hewn timber mantels, cathedral ceilings, and original tiles to create an atmosphere of romantic rustic charm and classic elegance. With adobe walls and Spanish colonial revival architecture, this venue is a stunning representation of California's beginning. The Officers’ Club at the Presidio is ideal for both ceremonies and receptions and provides vibrant colors of nature from the forest's greenery to the sparkling blue bay.

• Spaces for 50-500 Guests
• 6 Museums
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

Set in the heart of Santa Ana, Bowers Museum offers a distinctive setting where art, architecture, and culture come together to create an immersive backdrop for unforgettable events. With expansive galleries, a historic courtyard, and beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, the venue blends timeless character with modern versatility. From elegant weddings to large-scale galas, Bowers Museum accommodates a wide range of celebrations with flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces, including a grand auditorium and open-air courtyards suited for both intimate gatherings and high-capacity receptions.

• Spaces for 75-3,500 Guests
• 7 Museums
• 3 Landmarks
• 7 Total Spaces

The world's largest living indoor coral reef is located in this facility. A 75-foot-tall planetarium that is a sight to behold. A tropical rainforest with four stories. All of this is contained within architect Renzo Piano's renowned masterwork. Hosting an event at the Academy not only provides your guests with a breathtaking setting as well as world-class service and assistance, but it also contributes to our purpose of restoring the natural environment through science, learning, and collaboration. Learn more about our 15 spectacular venues and be inspired by the prospect of partnering with one of the world's most environmentally conscious museums. Moments that alter one's course in life. Science that has the potential to change the world. As a multi-disciplinary facility in the heart of San Francisco's Golden Gate Park that includes an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum, we serve as a powerful advocate for biodiversity research and exploration, environmental education, and sustainability around the world. We want to make certain that you have all of the information you need to plan a visit that is both safe and enjoyable. Explore this page for an overview of what to see and do at the museum, and visit our know-before-you-go page for information on how to reserve tickets, examine health and safety information, and browse through a comprehensive FAQ.

• Spaces for 24-500 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 4 Restaurants
• 5 Total Spaces

For your next luxury private celebration, immersive brand activation, large-scale production, or intimate social gathering, our collection of event venues offers some of the most distinctive settings across Los Angeles’ most sought-after neighborhoods. Each space is designed to create experiences that feel elevated, cinematic, and deeply connected to the atmosphere of the city itself. Whether you are hosting a rehearsal dinner beneath candlelight and greenery, a rooftop cocktail reception under the stars, an elegant fundraising gala, or a full-scale experiential event on Melrose, our venues are designed to transform alongside your vision. Gather guests in dramatic double-height ballrooms, dine in lush garden courtyards framed by citrus trees and Mediterranean tilework, celebrate in moody lounges lined with red leather banquettes and glowing chandeliers, or host an open-air event beneath a retractable rooftop overlooking the city lights. For brands and creative teams, our industrial spaces and highly visible storefront locations provide the perfect canvas for immersive installations, fashion showrooms, gallery exhibitions, and culturally driven activations that feel embedded within the energy of Los Angeles itself. Our locations have hosted everything from milestone birthdays and charity galas to celebrity collaborations and large-scale branded productions. Intimate or highly produced, each space is designed to create an atmosphere that guests remember long after the night ends. Allow us to help bring your vision to life while you focus on what matters most — your guests, your celebration, and the experience itself.

• Spaces for 100-1,350 Guests
• 7 Museums
• 8 Landmarks
• 8 Total Spaces

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles is the largest museum in the United States dedicated to exploring the art, science, and artists of filmmaking. Housed in the beautifully restored historic May Company “Saban” Building and a dramatic glass-domed sphere designed by Renzo Piano, the museum offers immersive exhibitions, screenings, and educational programs that celebrate cinema’s cultural impact. With two state-of-the-art theaters—the 999-seat David Geffen Theater and the 288-seat Ted Mann Theater—visitors can experience landmark films, premieres, and special events on site. Drawing from the Academy’s unparalleled archive of over 13 million film artifacts, its rotating and permanent exhibitions delve into iconic movies, behind-the-scenes storytelling, and the creative minds that have shaped cinema. Guided by its commitment to discovery, diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion, the museum serves as an inspiring hub for both global film lovers and local communities.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark
• 3 Total Spaces

Step inside the magnificent grandeur of this American Colonial estate at Jefferson Street Mansion by Wedgewood Weddings. Inspired by the elegant and eclectic style of Queen Victoria, this boutique wedding venue offers a vintage haven that's entirely yours for the day. Take advantage of the endless photo opportunities featuring a wisteria-draped veranda, glimmering bay waters, and the meticulously designed surroundings of the stunning historic mansion - both inside and out! It's obvious why this radiant locale is a 'Best of the Bay' winner!

• Spaces for 64-1,833 Guests
• 6 Museums
• 2 Ballrooms
• 11 Total Spaces

Nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains, the Skirball Cultural Center offers welcome and hospitality in a distinctive architectural setting—now offering more than 60,000 square feet of remarkable event space. For more than twenty years, it’s been a venue of choice for planners and clients across Southern California. Design your next business or social gathering at a place founded to uplift the spirit and enrich the community. For all events, we offer exemplary service from an experienced staff, gourmet on-site catering and full bar services, complimentary parking, and a picturesque environment in a convenient location. For Social Celebrations Featuring serene garden patios, spacious courtyards, and majestic ballrooms, the Skirball Cultural Center is a popular, award-winning destination for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, proms, graduations, and other milestones. Join friends, family, and colleagues at the Skirball to mark special moments and create memories to last a lifetime. Meetings and Conferences Centrally located and featuring fully customizable, well-appointed facilities, the Skirball Cultural Center provides an ideal setting for conferences, symposia, networking events, training workshops, seminars, galas, fundraisers, holiday parties, and other gatherings.

• Spaces for 25-7,001,000 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 5 Event Spaces
• 2 Meeting Spaces

The Richard Nixon Library is an event venue based in Yorba Linda, California. Nestled upon nine acres of manicured grounds, this one-of-a-kind location offers a peaceful haven fused with history and elegance. Whether an event planner chooses to have an intimate gathering or a lavish event, the Richard Nixon Library can host the most magical day imaginable. Facilities and Capacity The venue offers both indoor and outdoor spaces for celebrations. Event planners who wish to enjoy the luscious gardens may do so near the cottage where Nixon was born. The cottage is over 100 years old and allows the opportunity to incorporate a piece of American history into your special day. Alternatively, event planners can host their in front of the exquisite water pool on the grounds, offering a truly stunning backdrop to your event. For event planners who prefer the indoors, head inside the Richard Nixon Library's White House East Room, a direct replica of its counterpart in in the White House in Washington D.C. Decorated with impressive chandeliers and silk fabrics, and with remarkable historical portraits adorning the paneled walls, this magnificent ballroom accommodates up to 500 people. The Richard Nixon Library facility has multiple event spaces, such as the Presidential Meeting Room, Argyros Suite and Executive Board Room for event planners to host more intimate meetings and dinners on the grounds. Services Offered This venue hosts wedding ceremonies, receptions, engagements parties, and wedding showers, as well galas, corporate dinner, holiday parties and business meetings. White cushioned folding chairs are included for outside events and golden Versailles chairs are included for indoor events, as well as tables. This venue offers a wide range of activities and ventures, with 70 permanent exhibits, exploring subjects such as the Cold War and life in the White House. There are also several focusing on the life of Nixon himself. Guests can tour the cottage where Nixon was born, or enter a real Marine One aircraft that carried him, President Kennedy, and President Johnson. Cuisine Food and beverage for your event at the Richard Nixon Library is booked separate from your venue rental. The venue is proud to partner exclusively with one of Orange County’s most trusted and talented caterers, White House Catering. In addition to food and beverage, White House Catering will provide the staffing and service of your event, as well as provide table linens, table settings, and set up and breakdown of your event at the Richard Nixon Library. This venue offers a list of reliable cultural catering vendors for clients to choose from as well. For service needs, the venue works exclusively with the trusted White House Catering company. This team will take care of serving the food as well as set up and breakdown before and after the event. They can provide beverages, both alcoholic and nonalcoholic, as well as dinnerware such as flatware, china, and glassware.

• Spaces for 24-800 Guests
• 9 Museums
• 1 Ballroom
• 15 Total Spaces

The Huntington is uniquely poised to engage and educate your guests through once-in-a-lifetime events. Whether you are hosting a holiday soiree at the historic Beaux Arts Mansion, enjoying a serene cocktail reception in the Garden of Flowing Fragrance, or celebrating a special event in our blooming Rose Garden, The Huntington has so much to offer! With more than 30 distinct spaces ideal for a variety of events—from weddings to large corporate dinners to meetings and retreats—the grounds provide a perfect setting for any event.

• Spaces for 15-400 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Bars
• 2 Total Spaces

Modern Event Venue in San Diego for Weddings, Corporate & Social Events The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego (ICA San Diego) offers a stunning, art-filled setting for unforgettable events. Whether you’re planning a sophisticated wedding, a modern corporate gathering, or a stylish social celebration, ICA San Diego provides a creative and versatile venue in the heart of Southern California. With both indoor space and expansive outdoor garden areas, ICA San Diego is the perfect backdrop for elegant wedding receptions, corporate holiday parties, networking mixers, product launches, nonprofit fundraisers, and milestone celebrations. This one-of-a-kind venue combines clean contemporary architecture with natural landscapes and curated art exhibitions — offering endless opportunities for customization and memorable guest experiences. Located in central San Diego, ICA welcomes your preferred event planners, florists, and caterers to help bring your vision to life. From intimate ceremonies to large-scale corporate activations, ICA San Diego provides the flexibility, creativity, and ambiance you need to host an event that’s anything but ordinary. Now booking weddings, private parties, and corporate events in San Diego.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 3 Landmarks
• 3 Total Spaces

Rentals for Special Events The Conservatory of Flowers is the most unique historical property in the Bay Area for hosting business gatherings, cocktail parties, weddings, and anniversaries, With five display galleries filled with exotic plants and blooms from all over the world, this historic facility in Golden Gate Park is a must-see destination. Each gallery features one-of-a-kind plants and flowers, as well as creative metal work and architectural splendor throughout the structure. Enjoy a cocktail reception and take photos surrounded by our exotic plants in the Conservatory Galleries, and then continue the celebration with a seated dinner and dancing in the Orchid Pavilion. Micro-ceremonies with up to 50 people can be accommodated in the West Gallery, and there's additional open-air space for larger ceremonies and outdoor dining on the Palm Terrace and Conservatory Lawns. To learn more about renting out space for your event, contact us now. VENDORS We collaborate with a select group of outside caterers and lighting specialists who are available only to us. View the Pre-Approved Vendor List, which includes some of our favorite local vendors for a variety of additional event services. AVAILABILITY Throughout the year, events can be held daily, with rental timeframes commencing at 5:00 PM after the Conservatory closes to the public. All events must end by 12MN. Additional fees may apply on holidays. PRICING Please complete the event inquiry form in order to receive a quote. A site visit, completed rental contract, and 50% payment are all required before we can reserve your date.

• Spaces for 200-10,000 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 4 Landmarks
• 10 Total Spaces

Located 3 miles from vibrant downtown Los Angeles, the California Science Center is a premiere event destination. Whether you choose to host a private event before or after the Center’s public viewing hours, you and your guests will enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience—rivaled by no other! You can rely on our experienced and creative team of event professionals and catering partners to assist you in creating stunning events that are expertly executed. We invite you to take advantage of our many optional event enhancements, such as an astronaut guest speaker, live science demos, or even a customized diver greeting from inside our 188,000 gallon aquarium, to help you achieve the best formula for success. From an intimate setting for 40 to an extravaganza for 4,000, at the California Science Center, you’ll find an exceptional space to host your next event! Our list of preferred catering and beverage partners is available upon request. Pre-approved outside catering and/or bar service is allowed with an applicable surcharge.

• Spaces for 50-175 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Tucked in the heart of Laguna Hills, So Cal Classic Car Venue offers something you won't find at a typical banquet hall or hotel ballroom: a one-of-a-kind backdrop of classic, exotic, and custom automobiles. From gleaming Ferraris and Lamborghinis to vintage Corvettes and Mustangs, our showroom-style event space turns any gathering into an unforgettable experience — whether you're hosting 50 guests or 175. We welcome many kinds of celebrations and event types in our venue. Companies choose us for offsites, holiday parties, and client events that need to feel a step above the ordinary. Families come to us for milestone birthdays such as 50th and 60th celebrations. Additionally, we're honored to host celebrations of life, where the warmth of the space and the care of our team help guests focus on honoring a loved one rather than logistics. Just 20 minutes from John Wayne Airport and centrally located in Orange County, our venue is easy to reach from Irvine, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, and across the OC. Every package includes access to our modern lounge and lobby, and our six event packages — from intimate venue-only rentals to full-service planning with a dedicated event staffer — make it simple to find the right fit for your event and budget.

• Spaces for 14-300 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 4 Event Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

Step into Sloomoo Institute Los Angeles, an interactive slime experience, where kids and kids-at-heart explore slime textures, immersive colors, and yummy scents through playful hands-on installations and activities. Located in West Hollywood, across from The Grove,, Sloomoo invites families, friends, and groups to stretch, squeeze, and squish their way through joyful slimescapes and indulge in the most #satisfying thing to do in LA. More than one way to play, Sloomoo offers creative outings, school field trips, birthday parties, group celebrations, and corporate and private events - where kids live out their slime dreams, and adults feel like kids again.

• Spaces for 350-750 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Julia Morgan Ballroom is the perfect venue to host an event of any sort in San Francisco. The large, raw space with eclectic decor is great for weddings, galas, fundraisers, or corporate events. The gorgeous interior of the Julia Morgan Ballroom is Beaux-Arts inspired, with top of the line modern amenities. Julia Morgan Ballroom's team of production professionals ensures nothing less than perfection for all events. Julia Morgan Ballroom is located in the Merchants Exchange in downtown San Francisco. Guests can enjoy San Frans iconic cable cars as Julia Morgan Ballroom is located on the California St. car line.

• Spaces for 3,000 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 3 Restaurants
• 5 Total Spaces

Now Featuring Your Next Event! Need a convenient and inspiring campus for your next event or production? The Lot at Formosa’s creative campus features flexible and modern facilities with more than 200,000 square feet of sounds stages, support space, and production and post-production offices in historic buildings. With the capacity to host events ranging from 10 to 3,000+ guests, The Lot at Formosa is an impressive venue for weddings, corporate events, summits, launch and wrap parties, bar and bat mitzvahs, private dinners and other unforgettable events. Share your vision with our in-house special event production and catering company, then sit back and enjoy the event while we take care of the details. Seven Sound Stages, Production Offices, Fully Equipped Kitchen, and Ample Parking, centrally located at Santa Monica Boulevard and North Formosa Avenue in West Hollywood. Come experience Hollywood magic at The Lot at Formosa!

• Spaces for 100-1,000 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

Located in Los Angeles’ Exposition Park, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is a landmark cultural destination founded by filmmaker George Lucas and business leader and philanthropist Mellody Hobson. Created to celebrate the power of visual storytelling, the museum brings together extraordinary art, groundbreaking architecture, and immersive spaces — creating an equally extraordinary setting for private events. Designed by Ma Yansong of MAD Architects, the five-story, 300,000-square-foot museum is a destination in itself, with sweeping sculptural forms and art-filled interiors that create dramatic backdrops throughout the building. Outside, a 13-acre landscaped campus designed by Studio-MLA surrounds the museum with gardens, gathering spaces, and striking views of the architecture. For events, the Lucas Museum offers a range of indoor and outdoor possibilities, including a dedicated special events space, two state-of-the-art theaters, distinctive dining destinations, studios and classrooms, and outdoor settings throughout the landscaped campus. The variety of spaces allows for everything from intimate dinners and executive gatherings to receptions, brand events, galas, and large-scale celebrations. The museum’s collection and mission add another dimension to the experience. Lucas and Hobson created the museum around the idea that images have the power to tell stories, shape culture, and connect people. Its collection spans painting, photography, illustration, comics, filmmaking, and popular culture, creating an environment where guests are surrounded by storytelling in many forms. That combination of art, architecture, landscape, and cultural significance makes the Lucas Museum a truly one-of-a-kind Los Angeles event venue. Whether hosting a dinner surrounded by art, a reception against the museum’s dramatic architecture, or a large celebration that moves between indoor and outdoor spaces, events here have something few venues can offer: **a setting that becomes

• Spaces for 30-250 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Landmark

Under the guidance of Master Chef and Founder Joachim Splichal, Patina Restaurant Group (PRG) elevates its presence within Descanso Gardens with Maple, a family-friendly dining destination for Modern American cuisine. Maple provides a complementary upscale full-service restaurant serving brunch year-round, as well as an expansive private dining and catering program throughout the property. The lush garden setting of Maple makes it an extraordinary venue for many different types of events, including birthday brunches, weddings, bridal and baby showers, anniversary parties, celebrations of life, etc. The menu is inspired by Executive Chef Philip Mack’s love of soul food, combining themes from the Deep South and Mexico. Continuing its union of inspired dining with SoCal arts and culture, PRG’s Maple expands the company’s role at the Gardens and draws menu guidance from the seasonal changes that occur throughout the floral grounds.

• Spaces for 300-350 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

The San Diego Museum of Man is the perfect space for your special event, with its majestic tower and tiled dome. At this landmark, guests can gather at the different exhibits of the spacious Museum Rotunda and the second-floor mezzanines. The historic St. Francis Chapel, a 100-year-old Spanish Chapel, is ideal for hosting important life events such as wedding ceremonies, anniversaries, etc. The Grand Rotunda is unique in the United States and available for your private and corporate events. The Administrative Building Auditorium is the perfect venue for luncheon meetings, presentations, and lectures.