Top California Experiential Activation Venues

• Spaces for 100-4,000 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space

Whether you are looking to host a private celebration or a corporate affair, the Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds and Event Center offers a variety of event spaces to fit your needs. The entire Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds and Event Center is also available for a full buy out. The Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds and Event Center is nestled on 60+ beautifully landscaped acres in the City of Petaluma. With several banquet rooms available for Wedding Receptions, Quinceaneras, Birthday Parties, Family Reunions, School Dances, Company Parties and Conferences, the Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds and Event Center is sure to have the perfect space for your event. Their dedicated and professional staff will assist you with the planning, set-up and execution of your event.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Country Club

Fairview Sonoma County is located less than an hour north of San Francisco, right in the center of wine country, and is easily accessible. The ceremony setting, which is positioned lakeside with the golf course in the background, can accommodate groups of any size and can accommodate any number of guests. Just a few short steps away from your ceremony, our reception venue features a full-service bar, built-in dance floor, and an entire wall of floor to ceiling windows that overlook the golf course. While you're away from the music, relax on our outdoor terrace for a few minutes before returning inside to your private gathering and continuing to party the night away! The space is intimate enough for 40-person parties while yet being spacious enough for your 250-person celebration! Our all-inclusive packages are completely customisable to meet the demands of any couple, and a wedding specialist is available seven days a week to answer any questions you may have over the phone or, better yet, to give you a tour and sit down for a free consultation at your convenience. Give us a call today or fill out the form on this page and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

The health and safety of our guests and workers is of the utmost importance to us. We advise our guests to examine state and municipal approved traveler guidance prior to their trip, since this guidance is updated on a regular basis and is subject to change. The Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square is open in accordance with the regulations and operational parameters established by the City of San Francisco. Face masks are necessary in indoor public locations, such as our lobby, public spaces, and restaurants, while people are not actively eating or drinking, in order to ensure compliance. For further information on current travel requirements in California, please see the state government's website, which may be found here. We provide event settings that are truly one-of-a-kind. It is the ideal site for parties of up to 100 people, thanks to its modern amenities, breathtaking bay views, and practical layout. Plan your next event with us and we'll ensure that it is a memorable occasion. In our outside Carillon Gazebo (450 square feet), which is absolutely unique, you can take in panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz, as well as Ghirardelli Square. Ideal for either a daytime or evening event, combine this beautiful venue with our Mustard Terrace or one of our Mustard Terrace Residences to create an amazing celebration that will be remembered forever. In our outside Carillon Gazebo (450 square feet), which is absolutely unique, you can take in panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz, as well as Ghirardelli Square. Ideal for either a daytime or evening event, combine this beautiful venue with our Mustard Terrace or one of our Mustard Terrace Residences to create an amazing celebration that will be remembered forever.

VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa offers event spaces for your next celebration in Newport Beach, California.

• Spaces for 80-100 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space

The San Jose Clubhouse has been organizing intimate social gatherings for our San Jose neighbors for over a century. Within these walls, we celebrate weddings, graduations, Quinceaneras, bar/bat mitzvahs, festivals, infants, birthdays, and memorials. This Arts and Crafts bungalow, established by the ladies of We and Our Neighbors, is a historic landmark and California's oldest continuously utilized women's clubhouse. The San Jose Clubhouse welcomes you to host your next event with fewer than 80 attendees. This charming establishment has been meticulously preserved and upgraded to retain its original charm. It's perfect for modest weddings, anniversaries, bridal or baby showers, memorials, business meetings, birthday parties, boutiques, art displays and music recitals, and more, thanks to its comfortable masonry fireplace, hardwood floors, and stained glass lighting. "We and Our Neighbors" are our auxiliary and celebration guides, for which we are grateful. We and Our Neighbors, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, owns the San Jose Clubhouse. "We and Our Neighbors is dedicated to fostering educational and social events among its members, conserving the historical clubhouse, and supporting important causes in the adjacent as well as broader community," their mission statement states.

Our venue is perfectly suited for any type of private or corporate event, including holiday parties, private events, wrap parties, screenings, and any other type of filming. We can accommodate up to 200 guests. A total of two separate rooms, each with its own bathroom, patio, movable furniture, and excellent sound and lighting equipment You can also book a private party within the public party if you so desire. We would be delighted to walk you through all of your options. Decoration for a birthday You are welcome to bring your own decorations as long as they are in keeping with the design language of the venue, which is gold, black, and emerald green. Cake for a Birthday You are welcome to bring your own individual birthday cake without incurring any fees; however, regular supermarket cakes and cupcakes are not permitted. You can also order a birthday cake from our dinner menu if you so desire. Entertainment Fridays: around 9.30pm-11.15pm: 4 burlesque shows (approximately every 30 minutes) with top40 background music around 10.45pm: 2 burlesque shows (approximately every 30 minutes) with top40 background music Around 11:15 p.m., the DJ starts playing hip hop, Latin hits, top 40, and classics for the party. Saturdays include all of Friday's entertainment as well as a live band performing RnB and Top40 music at Next Door Lounge from 9-11 p.m. Food We provide a lifestyle and party menu that is influenced by American culture.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

The vast Magnolia Terrace, located just east of the blue-and-white palace, is Maple Lawn's crowning achievement. It is a true jewel in the crown of the garden. Following a winding path through an ornate iron gate, the first thing that meets you is a profusion of brightly colored, blossoming hedges. A elevated, canopied patio lies just ahead, and going out beyond it is a wonderfully beautiful grass, which is flanked on three sides by mature magnolia and camellia trees, which adds to the tranquility of the setting. A wide brick promenade runs right through the center of the field, and it is embellished with two multitiered fountains, each of which is crowned with dramatic statues of Greek goddesses. Friends and family seated on the grass will be awestruck when you walk down the center aisle to meet your partner beneath a neoclassical arch, creating a breathtaking setting for your wedding ceremony. Following the exchanging of vows, your guests are encouraged to toast your new life with a drink of bubbly on the balcony afterward.

• Spaces for 20-250 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms

Courtyard Fairfield event spaces are perfect for all types of celebrations, from wedding receptions to special family gatherings or corporate events. Courtyard Fairfield boasts state-of-the-art A/V equipment to use during your celebration or conference. The venue's on-site culinary team will treat you and your guests to a delicious and customized meal. Specialty lighting services are also available at Courtyard Fairfield. The hotel boast the three largest event spaces in Fairfield, perfect for grand soirees or business occasions. You can also book a block of 10 or more rooms to receive a special hotel room rate.

Courtyard Los Angeles L.A. LIVE offers event spaces for your next celebration in Los Angeles, California.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

At all of our locations, Il Fornaio offers exquisite private and semi private dining spaces, as well as a variety of specialty menus and services to complement our authentic, award winning Italian food. Our professional staff will work directly with you to make your event one to remember. Please select your location, fill out the form, and we will be in touch as soon as possible to learn more about our full service event planning and how we can help you create the perfect celebration to fit your budget and group size. Il Fornaio Sacramento offers elegant private and semi-private dining space along with a wide range of specialized menus and services to match our authentic, award-winning Italian cuisine. Our experienced staff will work closely with you to create a memorable event for you and your guests. CATERING Let us create a really unforgettable experience for you and your guests, from weddings to corporate events to social gatherings! Our talented catering team can cater parties of any size and budget with authentic, award-winning Italian cuisine. There are options for pick-up, delivery, or full service on site or off site catering. PRIVATE DINING Our staff, including our on-site Event Coordinator, can assist you in developing an unique private dining event, in addition to creating a menu and reserving a dining room appropriate for your occasion. There is never a charge for renting a room. The entire restaurant is available for buyout for major special events in addition to the eating spaces shown here.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

Luther Burbank Home & Gardens is the perfect backdrop for a wedding, small ceremony, memorial service, or private event. Luther Burbank Home & Gadens' historic gardens are available to rent for intimate celebration or special occasions. The Lutherbank gardens are an ever-evolving creation of beauty. Picturesque Luther Burbank Home & Gardens was the home of famed horticulturist Luther Burbank and is now a treasured jewel in Northern California. Luther Burbank Home & Gardens is a unique event site that can offer the perfect setting for your special occasion. Venue options include the Memorial Garden (in front of the fountain,) the Rose Garden, the Courtyard and the Kiwi Arbor.

• Spaces for 184-250 Guests

Weddings are memorable... at the Ranch there will only be one wedding each day, to ensure that your special day will be perfect! You could not ask for a better ceremony site with Point Lobos, Carmel River Beach and the ocean as a backdrop to all your photos. Ceremonies can take place on a lush green lawn, with a dramatic entrance for the bride as she crosses over the picturesque bridge and pond, or on our more intimate brick patio. The wedding reception and meal service are held inside the historic barns, creating an out -of –the ordinary place to celebrate. Our experienced and professional staff will be on hand to help with every detail. The Ranch is also a unique place for a Rehearsal Dinner...idyllic, truly distinctive and a great prelude to any wedding. The wall of glass doors on one side of the Patio Barn opens out onto the brick patio with spectacular views of the meadow with grazing sheep, Point Lobos and breathtaking whitecaps. The Patio Barn also offers a built-in stage and dance floor, and can provide your guests with a full cocktail service at its copper topped bar. The Large Barn, with its three-story high ceiling is spacious and creates a warm atmosphere for dining, larger cocktail parties, corporate parties, or other creative events.

• Spaces for 300-400 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

The San Jose Woman's Club occupies a 1929 California Mission Revival landmark in downtown San Jose, designed by the Wolfe & Higgins architectural firm and listed as Landmark #32 on the City of San Jose Historic Register. The building's tiled features, crafted by ceramicist Albert Solon, and its original 3,000-square-foot ballroom floor reflect nearly a century of careful preservation. The venue accommodates up to 200 guests across a selection of rooms that clients choose and combine to suit their event — whether a ceremony, reception, buffet, or multi-room celebration. The ballroom includes a stage with opening and closing curtains and supports a full range of seating and setup configurations. Clients coordinate their own caterer, giving each event flexibility in food and budget. Rooted in the community since 1894, the San Jose Woman's Club makes the building available for weddings, social events, and fundraising gatherings, offering a historic setting that few venues in the South Bay can match.

• Spaces for 480-8,000 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Meeting Spaces
• 7 Convention Centers

The San Jose McEnery Convention Center is the first convention center in Northern California to be GBAC STAR accredited, which is recognized as the gold standard in the worldwide cleaning industry for providing a safe, preventative, and responsive meeting space. Location in the heart of Downtown, with its own parking garage, the Convention Center offers 372,754 square feet of total floor space, is connected to two hotels, and is within walking distance of five additional hotels, as well as multiple visual and performing arts facilities, as well as an abundance of restaurants. Several modes of public transportation, including Light Rail, Caltrain, and a free downtown shuttle service, connect the Center and its surroundings. It is also the site of popular public events such as Fanime, the Silicon Valley Auto Show, and the Harvest Festival, among others. Explore the San Jose Convention Center and the surrounding area using our Interactive Meeting Planner Tool. To reserve a space at the Convention Center, submit an RFP or get in touch with Team San Jose.

• Spaces for 10 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

The Inn on Randolph is great for meetings, seminars, and executive retreats that mix work productivity with relaxation, thanks to its beautiful yet comfortable environment and access to both indoor and outdoor areas. Our excellent location, which is within walking distance of downtown and minutes from everything Napa Valley has to offer, should not be underestimated. Meetings, team-building events, wine tastings, and corporate board retreats can all be held in our Cabernet room. Relax in one of the many comfortable outdoor seating spaces when you need a break. A well-stocked mini fridge, complimentary WiFi, a 55" HDTV with laptop connection possibilities, Apple TV with complimentary Netflix, and a separate ADA-compliant bathroom are all included in the Cabernet room. In the Cabernet room, a seated meal for up to 15 people can be arranged, while in the main dining room, a sitting dinner for up to 20 people can be arranged. We offer the right location for your special day, whether you want a romantic elopement with just the two of you or want to invite family and friends. Please contact our team at innkeeper@innonrandolph.com or 707-257-2886 if you have any questions or would want to enquire about reserving your ceremony. Check out our blog for additional information on what we have to offer! The Inn on Randolph is a charming location for a small, private wedding. Packages start at $750. Please contact the inn for further information or to book reservations.

• Spaces for 20-70 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

The historic Stow Lake Boathouse offers an ideal setting for you to host an unforgettable party, business meeting, or private romantic dinner in the heart of Golden Gate Park. This one-of-a-kind property accommodates groups of varying sizes, with catering options and room rentals to meet your specific needs.

Pleasanton Marriott offers event spaces for your next celebration in Pleasanton, California.

• Spaces for 175-999 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space

Host your wedding reception at the Friedman Event Center. We can accommodate up to 320 guests with dance floor. Use our tables and chairs, bar area and commercial kitchen. Friedman Event Center is a popular venue to host award ceremonies. Many local businesses, schools and organizations utlize our stage ideally equipped for these events. We have a drop-down white screen for slideshows or films, speaker podium and seating for up to 700. Non-profits frequently host their big fundraising events here. We provide tables, chairs, a bar area and fully equipped commercial kitchen. Use the stage for entertainment or an auctioneer. Friedman Event Center is equipped for speaking engagements and presentations. We have a drop-down white screen for slideshows or films, speaker podium and seating for up to 700. Friedman Event Center is a great choice for smaller conferences. We can accommodate up to 700 in theater-style seating or up to 1,000 in a general assembly format.

• Spaces for 150-1,000 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

Indian Wells Golf Resort is a 36-hole public golf resort set in the Coachella Valley of Southern California, roughly five minutes from Palm Springs International Airport. The resort's 53,000-square-foot clubhouse anchors a campus designed around the Celebrity and Players courses — both ranked among the top public courses in California. The resort hosts weddings, corporate events, galas, and private receptions across an event campus that accommodates gatherings from intimate board meetings to celebrations of 1,000 or more. The signature Pavilion is a 5,700-square-foot glass-walled structure facing the Santa Rosa Mountains, while a 25,000-square-foot outdoor event lawn extends directly from it. Additional spaces on campus include the Celebrity Ballroom, Event Lawn West — situated between the first tees of both courses — and smaller clubhouse rooms. In-house catering is provided by an executive chef team, and the resort offers complimentary LED lighting and climate-controlled facilities throughout. Private golf cart transportation for guests is available, and the resort re-routes golfers upon request for exclusive events.