Top California Experiential Activation Venues

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

Live music and private events can be held in our clubhouse and outdoor event tent, as well as a full menu of delectable food at BLACK STAR PIRATE BBQ, which is a destination in and of itself. Come to Black Star Pirate BBQ for lunch or dinner and enjoy the great outdoors. Classic BBQ classics are served on the menu, which is produced with fresh, local, seasonal, and organic ingredients. It is not just for meat eaters! We also have wonderful vegetarian and vegan options, so please come and check us out. We have something for every member of the family. For more information or to see our hours and menu, please visit blackstarpiratebbq.com. There are currently slips accessible for recreational and commercial vessels in the Point San Pablo Harbor for day-to-day operation. Booking Private Functions Private events can be held in our Event Tent on the waterfront meadow, as well as our Clubhouse, which is also available. Outside catering is permitted, although catering from the Black Star Pirate BBQ Restaurant is provided as well. Against the backdrop of the marina, with sweeping views of San Pablo Bay and the wooded upland hills in the distance, and the interactive, enormous art installations, this hidden destination event is unlike any other. For live music, private gatherings, and weddings, we are the ideal setting. If you are interested in hosting your next event with us, please get in touch. Fill up the blanks with as much information as you can. Also, please feel free to come by and see what we have been up to with the place over the previous couple of years. The Black Star Pirate BBQ restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Fridays and Sundays.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 space at this venue

The Meux Home Museum is a beautifully preserved 1888 Victorian-era residence in the heart of downtown Fresno, California, situated at the corner of Tulare and R Streets. Built for Dr. Thomas Richard Meux and his family, the home stands as an enduring symbol of Fresno's Gilded Age, reflecting the architectural elegance and societal character of the late 19th century. Restored and opened as a museum in 1973, it features original period furnishings, intricate woodwork, and curated exhibits that bring local history to life. The museum offers two event spaces for private rentals: the Carriage House and Garden Venue, which accommodates up to 100 guests for weddings, celebrations, and tea parties, and a Conference and Meeting Space in the Carriage House Annex suited for workshops, presentations, and small gatherings. Both spaces include access to Victorian gardens and up to 12 hours of venue time, with flexible seating configurations available. Beyond its rental offerings, the Meux Home Museum hosts a rotating calendar of community events — from seasonal markets and garden teas to candlelit evening gatherings — drawing on its historic architecture and gardens to create distinctive experiences in the Central Valley.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Host indoor-outdoor events with redwood forest views. We have ballrooms with space for up to 300 guests, a picturesque patio, and a private dining room. Our expert planners are on hand to assist with catering, A/V, and any special requests.

• Spaces for 500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Coasterra is a wedding location on the water in San Diego, California. This sleek, modern setting, located on Harbor Island just minutes from Downtown, is filled with stunning views to serve as your romantic backdrop. The onsite personnel will be ready to make your special day unforgettable with their personalized service and high-quality meals. Coasterra is great for couples seeking a one-of-a-kind environment that marries elegance and calm, with a broad view of the cityscape and glittering water. You'll have a variety of event rooms to pick from, from intimate meetings to enormous, lavish receptions. On the Skyline Terrace, up to 300 guests can watch the happy couple exchange vows while listening to the sound of the waves. Couples and their guests can dine and socialize in the fresh air and natural light in this covered patio space. It also has a large bar area with lounge furniture where you may relax after a night on the dance floor. The indoor Bayview Ballroom can accommodate up to 500 people for receptions. Its neutral color scheme, ornate chandeliers, and huge windows make it easy to match any aesthetic or wedding theme. During each nuptial ceremony, the magnificent harbor provides a panoramic view of the sea to up to 200 guests. For your wedding shower or bachelor and bachelorette parties, you will be able to arrange informal gatherings in the restaurant's main dining area. The onsite team would be happy to help you make your wedding a memorable occasion. Tables, chairs, tablecloths, and a variety of dinnerware will be provided, and setup and cleanup will be handled by the staff. Throughout the evening, servers and bartenders will be on hand to ensure that all of your guests are satisfied. Coasterra's culinary crew focuses on modern Mexican cuisine, which includes anything from ceviche shooters to char-grilled carne asada. Couples' dinners are tailored to their specific theme, and they can accommodate vegetarian and gluten-free dietary preferences. Your guests will have a range of dessert options to choose from, including delicious banana butter cake and coconut panna cotta.

There is no more spectacular setting anywhere in the entire city! As if you were in the midst of a classic Hollywood musical from the Thirties, Cicada Restaurant and Lounge is a one-of-a-kind experience that will transport you back to the glamorous days of Hollywood's golden age of nightclubs. Cicada Restaurant and Lounge is located in the historic Cicada Building in downtown Los Angeles. Cicada Restaurant and Lounge, featuring the finest dance orchestras and entertainment, is unlike any other night on the town you've ever had the pleasure of experiencing. A romantic evening, a birthday party, or an anniversary dinner at Cicada Restaurant and Lounge in the famed Art Deco Oviatt building, downtown Los Angeles' historic Lalique palace, is the ideal setting for your elegant romantic evening, birthday party, or anniversary dinner. Cicada Restaurant and Lounge, which was originally built in 1928 as a top-of-the-line haberdashery, has retained many of the original features that French designers and artisans of the time created for it. The dining room, which is spacious and elegant, serves delectable cuisine and hosts dancing on the main floor. A fabulous Art Deco bar and lounge with its own dance floor can be found on the mezzanine level, with views of the stage. Make use of our services for everything from a Master of Ceremonies to live entertainment, dance bands, a vintage elevator operator, a doorman, cigarette girls, and coatcheck girls to name a few. All in the splendor of the historic 1928 Art Deco Jewel in the heart of downtown Los Angeles The Cicada Restaurant and Lounge is located on the second floor of the Cicada Hotel.

Twelve years after arriving in America, in 1924, Gaspare Indelicato planted a vineyard in Manteca, California. With it, he planted the foundation of his eventual success in the California wine trade. Since that first vineyard flourished, Gaspare’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren have honored his legacy through dedication to his steadfast values of family, hard work and integrity. More than a century ago, Gaspare and Caterina Indelicato immigrated from Sicily to the United States. With little to draw on but a long family history of grapegrowing and an entreprenuer’s gift for seizing opportunity, Gaspare entered the wine trade by planting a single vineyard in Manteca, California, where the climate reminded the couple of their homeland. Occupying a privileged position at the southern foot of the trail, the winery grounds eventually became the site of the Silverado Western Center, a major equestrian center that opened in September 1963. The original riding area now houses prized wines, instead of prize-winning horses. However Black Stallion Estate Winery carries its heritage forward. The estate’s legacy honors the world-class terroir of Napa Valley, the pioneering spirit of the Silverado Trail, and the Indelicato family’s warm hospitality and generations of wine expertise. To make great wine, a winemaker must have a deep familiarity with each lot of freshly pressed juice. At Black Stallion, the search for greatness means boots in the vineyard, checking on vine growth and grape development all year long. It means tasting grapes rather than looking at lab reports to determine the perfect moment to pick. It means harvesting and sorting fruit by hand. Black Stallion Winery’s small scale means that each lot of grapes that arrives at harvest is treated individually, and receives a unique upbringing to bring out its full potential for excellence. Once crushed at the winery, micro-lots are either fermented in small tanks made of wood, concrete or steel. These choices of aging vessel give winemaker Ralf Holdenried exceptional flexibility to match a batch of grapes with the material best suited to bring out its greatness—key in a region as diverse as Napa Valley. After fermentation, the wine is drained using gravity, not pumps, and aged in the finest oak barrels. The gentle handling of the wine prevents the extraction of harsh components that could impart bitterness. There’s no set recipe for a Black Stallion blend, just the finely honed palates of winemaker Ralf Holdenried and his team. It’s not uncommon for Holdenried to try dozens of trial blends before deciding on a final cuvée. The goal is always the same: To create a seamless, harmonious wine that captures the varietal’s best expression of that vintage in Napa Valley.

• Spaces for 12-130 Guests
• 2 Boats
• 2 Waterfront

The most luxurious owner-operated Yachts available for private group dining events on the San Francisco Bay.

• Spaces for 40-300 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Vineyards
• 2 Total Spaces

Nella Terra is a winery and wedding venue that has won numerous awards. We're proud of what we do here, and it shows in the products and productions we share with our customers. For your once-in-a-lifetime day, Nella Terra Cellars offers a unique event tent, manicured gardens, and vineyard vistas. Share this hidden San Francisco Bay Area gem with your guests; they'll be talking about it for years. We work with a team of seasoned wedding professionals who will help you avoid distractions and focus on the present moment during your celebration. To make your planning easier, we will give you with a comprehensive list of trusted providers with proven track records. Nella Terra Cellars is surrounded by vineyards and lush landscaping amid the rolling hills of San Francisco's East Bay. Although it is easily accessible from the 680 highway, it feels a world away until you arrive. Hosting your event at Nella Terra provides your guests with a one-of-a-kind San Francisco Bay Area experience that they will remember for years.

• Spaces for 47-49 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Boat
• 1 Waterfront

Lake Tahoe Bleu Wave brings Lake Tahoe's most luxurious yacht experience to the pristine waters of South Lake Tahoe, departing from Tahoe Keys Marina and Yacht Club. The vessel — a classic 1966 yacht stretching over 70 feet — has traveled worldwide before finding its home on one of the most scenic alpine lakes in North America. The yacht accommodates up to 47 guests and is equipped for a full range of private events: wedding ceremonies and receptions, rehearsal and brunch cruises, corporate outings, and milestone celebrations. Onboard, guests enjoy a fully stocked bar with fireplace, private lounge and stateroom, a spacious bow ceremony area, sun deck, surround-sound stereo system, and climate-controlled interior. The crew serves all areas of the lake — Emerald Bay, the North Shore, the East Shore, and beyond — offering access to some of the most iconic scenery Lake Tahoe has to offer. For couples, Lake Tahoe Bleu Wave coordinates full-service wedding packages including catering, planning, photography, videography, floral arrangements, and custom charter itineraries. Private charter options range from two-hour Emerald Bay cruises for intimate groups to full six-hour North Shore voyages.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

Come and join us at the most popular shopping, eating, and leisure destination in Los Angeles. Discover a variety of shops, restaurants, and places of entertainment within an open-air setting that pulsates with both flair and vitality. Spend time under the warm California sun shopping, dining, and creating new memories with friends and family. Each week, The Grove offers a new lineup of one-of-a-kind activities and events, ranging from limited-time pop-up shops and in-store styling to limited-time interactive activations and live entertainment in The Park. The Grove is the premier place for all of your entertainment needs, whether you're looking to shop, dine, or just enjoy life. Join us and experience the magic.

• Spaces for 125-180 Guests
• 1 Bar

Whitechapel is a gin-focused bar and private event destination located at 600 Polk Street in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood. The interior is defined by ornate etched mirrors, gilded light fixtures, shiny glass beads, custom wood paneling, and bespoke wallpaper — all anchored by a custom-made gilded bar that serves as the room's centerpiece. The venue hosts prebooked private events for groups of 40 to 125 guests. Three red velvet banquettes provide seated arrangements across from the bar, while scattered seating throughout accommodates cocktail-style receptions. A full-service bar is included, with cocktail reception-style buffets available for events. Whitechapel is well suited for corporate gatherings, cocktail parties, wedding receptions, and birthday celebrations, offering a distinctive and intimate setting in the heart of San Francisco.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Michael's Santa Monica has been a landmark of California cuisine since 1979, when founder Michael McCarty opened the restaurant on Third Street in Santa Monica. One of the early pioneers of market-driven, ingredient-focused cooking in the American West, the restaurant continues to build its menus around local produce and hyper-seasonal ingredients sourced from regional farms and purveyors. The venue offers more than 3,500 square feet of event space, accommodating gatherings from 20 to 350 guests. The property includes two private dining rooms, an enclosed garden area, and a front outdoor dining section — all set within a space that doubles as a working art gallery, with modern works from the McCarty family's collection displayed throughout. Michael's brings together its award-winning wine program, full-service catering, and a dining pedigree spanning four decades to support private events ranging from intimate dinners to large-scale wedding receptions.

• Spaces for 175-350 Guests
• 1 Boat

Weddings: Choose one of our 6 luxury yachts as a unique venue for your perfect Wedding, Milestone Anniversary or Vow Renewal event … Imagine, the City-by-the-Bay as the perfect backdrop for your nuptials! Our Wedding Specialist will plan the celebration of your dreams, down to the minute detail, on a budget that you can afford. Make it memorable for you and your guests at Commodore! Corporate Events: Commodore is the greatest bargain for anything from entertaining clients to organizing a company outing, holding a business conference to introducing new products, and more. Give your group more than a boat for a comparable price; give them a luxury yacht with fine cuisine, live entertainment, impeccable service, and spectacular skyline views while cruising. Any function that can be held in a regular event room can be held on a Commodore Luxury Yacht while taking in the sights of the Bay. Year round, let us host your corporate and holiday event in the unique, opulent setting of a luxury yacht. We are professionals in what we do at Commodore Cruises & Events. Allow our years of successful experience to work for you and handle the planning, preparation, and execution of your event so you can relax and enjoy it. All Occasions: Commodore will make your special occasion genuinely unique. Enjoy fresh, inventive meals made on board. Commodore, as the world's most recognized wine fleet, can give a personal Sommelier for your special event upon request, allowing our staff to construct your customized menu. Commodore is a one-of-a-kind location for: - Birthday parties - Bar / Bat Mitzvahs - Quinceañeras - Retirement Celebrations - Graduations - Family Reunions - Dinner Cruises - Booze Cruises - Senior Outings - Religious Groups - Album Release Party - Dance Party - Any Special Occasion!

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

La Ventura is a private venue in the middle of San Clemente, California. With its lovely Spanish-Colonial Revival architecture, it is one-of-a-kind and charming. You will be transported into an intimate, timeless environment as you approach through the beautifully manicured hallway with Spanish Red Clay tile, into the open-air private courtyard with exposed wooden beams, suitable for any event or special occasion. Every event is one-of-a-kind, and our talented team of event planners will collaborate with you to design and realize your vision. Ceremonies are held in the nicely decorated courtyard for those who require a ceremonial space. The Grand Parlour is where the events and receptions take place. The Bride and her guests have their own bridal suite, while the Groom and his groomsmen have their own lounge. This event location is magnificent, opulent, and timeless, and is conveniently located in the tiny city of San Clemente. There are simply too many elements to convey this event space's wonderful character. It's something you have to see for yourself!

• Spaces for 100-240 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

The New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU), formerly the Museums of Los Gatos, is a public non-profit art and history museum in downtown Los Gatos. It was created in 1965. NUMU's aim is to engage the community via innovative, locally relevant, and internationally relevant exhibitions, events, and experiences at the crossroads of art, history, and education. NUMU's Private Parties offer a one-of-a-kind celebrating experience created just for you! Come to the museum with your guests for a fantastically entertaining evening in the Flick Studio and Maker Space. Then, if you're really ambitious, take over the NUMU Club and turn it into a movie theater, a bar, a lounge, or a dance floor. And it only gets better! Eat, drink, relax, and chat with your guests on NUMU's private outside patio. Last but not least, you and your friends are free to explore NUMU's two floors of exhibition galleries to enhance your creative interests. Through innovative, locally relevant, and internationally relevant exhibits, events, and experiences, we engage the community at the nexus of art, history, and education. Through our operations, exhibitions, public events, and permanent collection, NUMU provides equal and equitable representation, opportunities, and services to all stakeholders.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

The Clubhouse at Dad Miller Golf Course is a public golf course venue situated in northwest Anaheim, California, at the foot of tree-lined fairways surrounding a lake. Owned and operated by the City of Anaheim, the course at 430 North Gilbert Street has served the community as a welcoming destination for players and guests of all ages and abilities. The property features the Fore Thirty Bar and Grill, an on-site restaurant offering breakfast and lunch service daily, along with the Albatross Room — a golf simulator experience with a full bar. The course and its facilities are available for golf tournaments and outings, with an experienced events team coordinating group bookings and private functions.

• Spaces for 75 Guests

At Coronado Landing Park, recite your vows, blow out your birthday candles, reunite your entire family, or simply assemble your best friends for a sunset dinner party with wine. Throughout the year, the park is available for special event rentals no matter what you are celebrating. Coronado Landing Park's vibrant beachfront serves as the ideal setting for unforgettable celebrations. Take a ferry ride from downtown San Diego to Coronado Landing Park. Guests can enjoy a picture-perfect view of San Diego's gleaming skyline and vibrant waterfront at this popular venue. Coronado Landing Park can accommodate up to 75 guests for a wedding ceremony. The Port of San Diego is a specifically constituted region that serves the people of California by balancing different uses along 34 miles of San Diego Bay, including five towns. The Port maintains a varied portfolio to produce income that support important public services and amenities while collecting no tax funds.

• Spaces for 125 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 space at this venue

The O'Donnell House is a historic Mediterranean Revival estate perched on a mountainside terrace in downtown Palm Springs, California, adjacent to The Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn. Originally built in 1925 as the winter home of oilman Thomas O'Donnell and his wife, the 4,100-square-foot property sits on four acres overlooking the desert valley and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2011. The estate accommodates events of up to 125 guests across its grounds, which feature original tile floors, redwood ceilings, antique furnishings, landscaped gardens, and dramatic desert views. Its distinctive rock work and historic architecture lend an authentic, character-rich backdrop for weddings and receptions, private parties, fundraising galas, and corporate retreats and conferences. For overnight accommodations, the adjacent Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn offers 17 luxury guest rooms, providing a seamless on-site lodging option for event guests.

• Spaces for 165 Guests

When couples choose Cordiano Winery as the location for their wedding, we consider it an honor. It has been reported that they couldn't resist the breathtaking and dramatic views of Highland Valley, the rolling hills and vineyards, and the utterly romantic sunset that lights up our terraces.. In addition to being a family-owned and operated vineyard, we take great pride in the craftsmanship of our fine wines as well as the labor that has been practiced for centuries in the old country. A lifelong dream has come true for Gerardo and Rosa Cordiano, who founded the winery as a reflection of their love and passion for the winemaking industry. Your guests will be able to relax and enjoy your special day because of our warm and friendly atmosphere, which is intertwined with rustic, old world charm. Cordiano Winery is capable of hosting weddings of all shapes and sizes. Cordiano is the ideal setting for your dream wedding, whether you are planning an intimate family gathering or a large gathering of 150 of your closest friends and family.

• Spaces for 60-125 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Waterfront
• 1 Park

Shoreline Center is a mid-century modern waterfront venue at the Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline in Oakland, California. The building's distinctive angular roof and floor-to-ceiling windows face the San Leandro Bay, delivering panoramic views of the water and the East Bay hills from every seat. A 700-square-foot outdoor deck wraps around the structure, extending the event footprint onto the waterfront and offering guests an open-air space amid the 741-acre regional park. The main room accommodates up to 60 guests for seated dinners and up to 125 for standing receptions. A fully equipped commercial kitchen supports catering for events of every scale, and tables, chairs, and wireless internet are included with each rental. The venue is ADA accessible and features flexible layout configurations suited to weddings, celebrations, bridal and baby showers, corporate gatherings, fundraisers, and galas. Reservations are handled through the East Bay Regional Park District, with events typically including a 9-hour rental window that covers setup, the event itself, and cleanup.