Top California Experiential Activation Venues

Feel the at-home vibes. BANN at Oak Knoll NAPA is a luxurious Resort-Style Bed and Breakfast with a limited number of rooms. Each room was built with passion by Chef Lalita Souksamlane, who is also the owner of the 5 famous restaurants in San Francisco. Souksamlane’s love for the Wine Country inspired her to build this stylish Bed & Breakfast that embodies the luxury of Thailand. Her main goal with the venue is to provide the ultimate destination for special stay, featuring indoor and outdoor living options nestled in between sprawling California vineyards. Bann’s seamless design presents guests with a “feeling of home vibe”, combined with the concept of an “East Meets West” blending of cultures. Souksamlane wants to give her guests an intimate look through the life of Thai people in the three different regions of the country. She chose the word “Baan”, which means “Home” in Thai, and selected unique design elements found in homes from each of the three regions of Thailand: North, Northeast, and South. Therefore, each room is decorated like a house representing the traditional design found in the three different regions of Thailand. The name of each room was carefully selected from the important main provinces of the Kingdoms of Siam, displaying the uniqueness and cultures inherited from the old time, such as color tones, handcrafted items, and arts. Chef Lalita Souksamlane wants guests to experience the epitome of the Thai ‘Bann’ lifestyle, with each room offering an authentic experience through a different region of Thailand. Located in the heart of Napa Valley, The Oak Knoll district’s 8,300 acres find nearly 4,200 acres under vine. Established in 1985, the original B&B was referred to as Oak Knoll Inn. It was one of the first B&Bs in the area, which was quiet and undiscovered at that time. Over the years, Bann at Oak Knoll has been refreshed and reawakened under the careful guidance of renowned owner, Chef Lalita Souksamlane There’s only one luxury resort-style bed & breakfast that can host events and weddings with secluded vineyard access, and mountain views. Guests can expect a sophisticated ambiance and high service standards against the unspoiled, lush backdrop that has remained unchanged over the years.

• Spaces for 30-185 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Ballroom

Spice Affair Beverly Hills is an award-winning Indian restaurant and event venue located at 50 N La Cienega Blvd in Beverly Hills, offering private event spaces alongside its acclaimed dining program. The restaurant has earned recognition from USA Today, OpenTable, and TripAdvisor, and has hosted a roster of celebrity guests over its decade-plus in operation. Two dedicated event spaces serve gatherings of varying sizes. The Banquet Hall is a 3,000-square-foot room with an arched ceiling, hand-painted murals, and crystal chandeliers that accommodates up to 175 seated or 185 standing guests; combined with an adjacent private room, the space can host receptions of up to 425 guests. The Celebrity Room is a secluded private dining room suited for intimate gatherings of up to 30 guests, with audiovisual equipment and a full-service bar. Both spaces include a PA system with projection screens, high-speed WiFi, valet and self-parking, and access to Spice Affair's catering program — featuring customizable Indian cuisine menus available from 20 guests up. The venue hosts corporate meetings, social celebrations, wedding receptions, VIP events, and fundraisers.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

We Specialize in Exquisite Customized Events Two friends, passionate about exquisite food, exceptional experiences and beautiful gatherings, came together to build San Diego Wine & Culinary Center to what it is today. San Diego Wine & Culinary Event Center is a stunning urban wedding venue located in San Diego, California. The perfect blend of rustic atmosphere and wine bar warmth, San Diego Wine & Culinary Event Center has gained a reputation for its unmatched style and impeccable service. For the venue personnel, making your wedding day great just comes naturally. San Diego Wine & Culinary Event Center offers adequate space for up to 150 of your friends and family. The vineyard setting offers plenty of indoor, covered outdoor, and uncovered outdoor spaces, and the whole location enjoys expansive beautiful vistas that are simply breathtaking. No matter what style or theme you’re wanting to celebrate, San Diego Wine & Culinary Event Center can make your wedding dreams a reality. San Diego Wine & Culinary Event Center is run by a crew who can give you with all you need to make your wedding possible. Couples can rent barware, audio equipment, centerpieces, chairs, dance floors, decor, furniture, tables, flatware, and more. It IS possible to have your dream winery wedding without paying destination winery rates. 7,000 sq ft of comfortable, private event space allows you to host your wedding and reception in one location. We offer over 30 years of wedding planning knowledge, award winning chefs and a Court of Masters - Certified Sommelier all accessible at no extra price.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

This beautiful hotel is located in Santa Barbara, CA and is ranked among the top 25 hotels for leisure and travel according to the World's Best of 2015 due to its beauty, luxury, and location. The property is surrounded by greenery and lush gardens and is complete with a spa and multiple dining options. You will also be overlooking the California hills and mountains. The San Ysidro Ranch is the perfect place for a small, intimate, outdoor wedding. They offer customized wedding packages to meet your specific needs and accommodations. The event team will make sure your dream wedding is brought to life.

• Spaces for 30-250 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 2 Waterfront
• 3 Parks

Lakeside Community Center is the perfect location to host a beautiful wedding or celebration of any sort. Whether your celebration is formal or informal, an intimate gathering or elaborate gala affair, Lakeside Community Center will execute a flawless affair for you and your guests. Lakeside Community Center features two indoor rooms with views of the lake, which are available for weddings and receptions, and an outdoor plaza with a processional aisle that overlooks the lake.

Special Occasions Our central location in the heart of Silicon Valley is just seconds from Highway 101 at San Antonio Road and minutes from Highways 280, 85 and downtown Palo Alto. We have a variety of facilities that can handle groups of 4 to 400 persons. All room fees include tables and chairs set to client specifications, entrance to our free parking underground (when available), free Wi-Fi, housekeeping, and an event attendant who will be on hand throughout your event to answer questions and assist with any last-minute requests or adjustments. Corporate Events At the Oshman Family JCC in Palo Alto, CA, you can have a successful meeting, conference, lecture, or other corporate event. Our central Silicon Valley location is just seconds from Highway 101 at San Antonio Road and minutes from Highways 280, 85, and the Central Expressway. We provide everything you need for a flawless, professional event, including a variety of meeting rooms and event venues, as well as helpful, educated staff. All room fees include tables and chairs set to client specifications, entrance to our free parking underground (when available), free Wi-Fi, housekeeping, and an event attendant who will be on hand throughout your event to answer questions and assist with any last-minute requests or adjustments. Audio and video production services are now available at the OFJCC. We are pleased to be able to offer preferred pricing to a number of local vendors, including catering, linens, event décor, entertainment, and other services. A full list of vendors is available on our website.

• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 1 Bar

The Room is a Hollywood original, a bar with real substance. Low-key, quality venue which sets itself apart from trendy pop-ups that come and go. A mainstay in Hollywood nightlife since 1993.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Event Space

BuzzWorks is SOMA's premiere craft beer sports bar, also serving spirits, wine, & cider. Our 40 taps constantly rotate, paired with eye-popping entertainment on our 30 screens. We feature pinball, pool tables & good vibes. Any event is possible at BuzzWorks, from a simple reservation to a full buyout. BuzzWorks is a versatile event space which can be customized to make your event truly special. In addition to our normal day-to-day operation, we are super flexible: Complete Audio & Visual Control 24-hour availabilty (however, we cannot serve alcohol between 2AM-6AM) Plentiful External Food Programs Large Capacity with Open Floor Plan Discounts for large groups. Unbelievable Monday-Friday daytime rates!

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms

The Inn's Background Take advantage of the Applewood Inn's 3,800 square foot space and make yourself at home. The Inn has 6 bedrooms and 7 queen size beds, so it can comfortably accommodate a group of 12 guests in total. Each of the Inn's bedrooms is individually decorated, and special care has been taken to create a comfortable and homey atmosphere throughout the establishment. It is a great place for gatherings, vacationing, and spending time with family and friends because it has spacious common areas throughout the house, in addition to the 6 bedrooms. The devil is in the details. Ample kitchen space equipped with all of the essentials for cooking, including an oven/stove, microwave, dishes and silverware, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher. There is a large dining room area. Wifi is available throughout the Inn at high speeds using fiber optic cables. a comfortable and inviting gathering space with couches and chairs for lounging and reading, a game table, a piano for sing-a-longs, and a gas fireplace In addition, there is a large screen smart TV. With a view of the neighboring Apple Farm from the covered front porch Patio with plenty of seating and a propane barbecue are included. Porches and balconies line the perimeter of the house.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

With the best storybook backdrop for your wedding, allow yourself to be transported back to 1891 for your big day. Surrounding a historic home situated among the towering trees of a secluded, intimate forest, there are lush gardens, glittering rose arbors, quiet waterfalls and romantic statuary to be discovered. Among the beautiful turn-of-the-century furnishings and artwork, a restored Grand Parlor provides the ideal setting for your bridal party to prepare for the big day and create lasting memories with their loved ones. Located on the grounds, our classic Gentlemen's Clubhouse offers a unique vintage environment for leisure, celebration, and those final words of wisdom from man to man. Guests will be able to dine and dance the night away in a big tent pavilion decorated with exquisite peaks of chiffon, glistening crystal chandeliers, and your own bespoke arrangements and décor. Designed specifically for those who enjoy the outdoors. Allow yourself to be as creative as possible in order to personalize this open-air room. A unique background, huppah, or archway, flanked by two trickling streams and waterfalls beneath the signature forest canopy, can be added to your wedding ceremony. Located in the shelter of the historic forest and surrounded by serene and lyrical gardens, this traditional gazebo exudes elegance. Among luxuriant vines, angels, and butterflies is an intimate location for a special occasion. Water pours from a lovely fountain, which is enclosed by a braided ivy archway that is illuminated by glittering lights on the other side.

Green Street Restaurant has been a Pasadena tradition since 1979. Serving California comfort food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Green Street is the place where Pasadenans go to meet old friends, discuss business or just enjoy a fabulous meal. Green Street is still owned and operated by the family that started it as a one room, 18 table cafe.

• Spaces for 40-225 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 7 Hotels
• 7 Total Spaces

Set in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, the Kimpton Canary Hotel is a boutique luxury property that brings Spanish Colonial architecture and California coastal warmth together in a single setting. The hotel sits steps from State Street and the Santa Barbara courthouse, drawing on the region's "American Riviera" character for weddings, corporate gatherings, social celebrations, and milestone events of every scale. Seven dedicated event spaces span more than 7,300 square feet, accommodating groups from intimate 10-person boardroom sessions to receptions of up to 225 guests. The Riviera Ballroom anchors the indoor offering with nearly 2,000 square feet of Mediterranean-accented space suited for seated dinners and full receptions. The Channel Islands room and Valley Room provide mid-size options, while the rooftop terrace — with its outdoor fireplace and 360-degree views sweeping from the Pacific to the Santa Ynez Mountains — hosts ceremonies and cocktail receptions under the open sky. In-house catering is provided by the hotel's own Finch & Fork culinary team, and the full restaurant is available for private buyouts. A dedicated events team works with clients from initial planning through the day of the event.

• Spaces for 175 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Resort
• 1 Garden

In 1993, we purchased Arrowhead Road Resort and renamed it Arrowhead Pine Rose Cabin, after a pine cone that grows on the site and resembles a rose. After a gorgeous oak tree died, we created our distinctive log and branch gazebo at Hidden Creek, which was located at the base of a natural amphitheater, making it the ideal place for weddings. Jolene's father wanted to create her a dream wedding venue when she decided to get married in 2007. As a result, we put a lot of thought and attention into the design of our website. More decking and a cake gazebo were installed. A water feature was one of Jolene's top priorities for her wedding. So her father constructed a year-round stream and pond for her. We put in a lot of effort to make the most of the natural terrain. Our wish is for every couple to feel the same love and joy that we did on the day our daughter married. You're invited to discover the romance of nature with whispering pines and babbling brooks at our one-of-a-kind Rustic Natural Forest wedding location. Your wedding images and videos will be absolutely spectacular with the picturesque woodland settings. Imagine your ceremony taking place in a gorgeous custom Log and Branch Gazebo, with housing provided by Pine Rose Cabins for you and your guests the night of the celebration. Our wedding planners are dedicated to making your special day the best it can be. They take care of the vendors and logistics, allowing you to focus on enjoying your special day and making memorable memories. A professional Wedding Coordinator is included in all Pine Rose Wedding Collections to personally accompany you through the process.

• Spaces for 1 Guests

The Waterfront Park sits on San Diego Bay providing a perfect backdrop for your special event. The existing historic landscape and landmark County building form the park’s center, while an interactive splash fountain extends from the building and into the park defining a large civic green. The park also features intimate garden rooms with distinct themes, a vibrant children's play zone, and several picnic areas. The Waterfront Park’s diverse spaces can accommodate public and private special events of various sizes, festivals, farmers markets, and active or relaxed family recreation. It’s also an ideal venue for a bayside wedding in downtown San Diego.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Little Italy’s Loading Dock isn’t just a favorite place for locals and visitors alike to hang out in a comfortable environment and enjoy great food and beverages at the best prices in town. It is a gathering place unlike any other in Little Italy. The restaurant is able to host private events for 300 people or intimate gatherings of 100 or less in their private special event space, located in the loft part of the their unique, historic space. Little Italy’s Loading Dock enjoys hosting corporate seminars, concerts, weddings, and a long list of other special events – all festively presented in the restaurant's unique setting, which they can dress up and transform in all sorts of fun ways to give events their own special and unforgettable appeal. In fact, Little Italy's Loading Dock loves hosting events. It’s why they're here, to give people a place to gather that’s fun, special and of great value. Their staff offers exquisite service to hosts and their guests, and is dedicated to ensuring your event is a complete success.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

A range of amazing venue facilities and features are available at our all-inclusive party venue in the heart of San Diego's North Park district, making it the ideal location for hosting a memorable event. Contact us now to learn more. Since our banquet hall offers a variety of features and services that will appeal to you and your guests and help to make your event an affair to remember, it is an excellent location for a wedding, quinceanera, military ball, or workplace holiday party. VASA San Diego offers affordable all-inclusive party packages that won't break the bank, in addition to providing a spectacular wedding and party venue. Contact us now to learn more. We have decades of combined expertise in the event industry, and we are committed to assisting you in creating the party of your dreams for you and your guests. Make the most of your flexibility to create the event of your dreams. A total of 5,000 square feet of open space is available for you to use in order to plan your perfect gathering. Do you wish to eat in the fresh air? Dinner parties, cocktail hours, wedding ceremonies, and a variety of other gatherings can be held in our beautiful garden setting. Our private lounge is the perfect place for honorary guests to unwind and refresh themselves between meetings. This space can be utilized for a variety of tasks, such as a preparation area.

• Spaces for 350-400 Guests
• 1 Resort

Wildwood Acres Resort is one of the most spectacular outdoor event sites in the Bay Area, nestled in a lush, wooded canyon in Lafayette, CA. The shaded drive in the hills above Burton Valley, located less than 20 miles from the Bay Bridge, will lead you out of a suburban sprawl and into the calm hideaway of Wildwood Acres Resort. The Jegers family has been operating and beautifying Wildwood Acres for three generations, since it was founded in 1954. Weddings and private gatherings of various styles are catered to by us. From Spring through Fall, we specialize in outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions, as well as interior celebrations all year. We encourage you to come by and experience the magic of Wildwood Acres Resort for yourself. Wildwood Acres Resort offers services for a wide variety of events including: Weddings, Receptions, Anniversaries, Birthday parties, Holiday parties, Family Reunions, Class Reunions, Fundraising Benefits, Business Dinners, Business Events, & Business Trainings Wildwood Acres Resort Facility Capacities: Lodge capacity: 200 standing, 150 seated Outdoor capacity: 400 standing, 350 seated Parking capacity: 100 cars Contact us to set up a time to visit Wildwood Acres and discuss your event with us. As part of our service packages, Wildwood Acres Resort offers the following amenities: On-site Catering (Meals prepared on site) Buffet Style meal service Licensed Beverage Provider Tailored Beverage Services (non-alcoholic to full bar) Beautiful Gardens Tree covered canyon setting Terraced Dining 1000 sq. ft. dance area Day & Evening setting Indoor and Outdoor Available year round

• Spaces for 300 Guests

We are glad to offer our restaurant and event space for your private parties, as well as a wide range of off-site catering choices, ranging from office lunches to huge weddings. Our 6,000-square-foot event space can accommodate a variety of social and corporate gatherings. A private entrance, full bar, state-of-the-art audio/video equipment, private facilities, and a heated outside patio are all available. The Great Room is perfect for banquet-style dinners and intimate gatherings. Our Main Dining Room, located at the center of Andrei's, has a distinct contemporary and welcoming environment. Large open windows provide a cosmopolitan eating experience right in the center of Irvine, revealing glimpses of some of the area's most spectacular high-rises. Sustainable wood floors, a central granite bar, attractive booth seating, and an open floor plan characterize the restaurant. Enjoy the beautiful California sunshine and fresh air while sipping cocktails or eating a meal on our shaded and heated patio with its own citrus and herb garden, one of Irvine's greatest al fresco dining alternatives. Reserve our luxurious Tower Room, located off the Main Dining Room, for seated or reception-style parties for a bit more solitude and an open view of our Citrus & Herb Terrace.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Amazing is the only way to describe a wedding reception at the Berkeley City Club. With stages and grand pianos for live music, beautiful fireplaces, courtyards, and lots of space for dancing, our Berkeley, CA wedding venue is the ideal location to express your love for your future spouse. Our primary event rooms, the Ballroom and Terrace, are located on the second floor and are rich in history and beauty, making them ideal for organizing a spectacular wedding reception. This floor also has our Member's Lounge, which is open to all members. With variable socially distant room layouts that can accommodate every wedding, as well as varied seating plans, we can accommodate any event. The Berkeley City Club's event spaces are among the most visually arresting in the entire city of Berkeley. Whether you are planning a modest gathering or a lavish wedding, we have an event space that combines a classic vintage setting with top-notch modern amenities.

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Historic Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

Use the expansive lawn for your ceremony and photos in the rose garden, or have a cocktail hour on the terrace to celebrate your union. In our distinctive wood-paneled Great Hall, your guests will be able to dance the night away while taking in the breathtaking view of the grand staircase. Whether you want something intimate or grand, indoors or out in nature, with private and exclusive use of the entire home, the options are endless. This is your day, this is your vision, and this is the spot where it may all come to fruition. Everything about Kohl Mansion is suitable for weddings, from the fully equipped professional kitchen to the considerable parking space for guests. Our professional event directors and famous vendors will make wedding planning a pleasure and your special day one to remember. Kohl Mansion, in addition to its magnificence, provides something that other venues cannot: flexibility for corporate and social meetings. When you host an event at the mansion, you will have access to the whole property and grounds. In addition to the wood-paneled Great Hall and beautiful furniture, the English rose gardens, the terrace, and other amenities are available. This enables you to generate a flow and a feeling that is unlike anywhere else on the planet. Holiday parties, fundraisers, team building exercises, and getaways are all excellent options. Kohl Mansion also provides you with access to some of the most prestigious vendors in the neighborhood. So whether you want to recognize amazing accomplishments or inspire even bigger ones, this is the place to make it happen with an event that is completely customized to your needs and interests.