Top California Experiential Activation Venues
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Choosing your experiential activation venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in California. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal California venue has never been easier.

Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles
506 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA- Spaces for 250-800 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
The Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles, home to Hollywood glamour and history, is located in Downtown Los Angeles. You may recognize the Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles, as it has been the setting for many TV shows and movies, as well as is the choice hotel for celebrities, presidents, and other famous figures. Hollywood lovers will love to know that the concept of the Academy Awards was created in the Crystal Ballroom of the Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles. The Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles offers amazing architecture and design, from its murals and frescos, to its marble fountains, crystal chandeliers, embroidered tapestries, and stone columns. The Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles has up to 70,000 square feet of customizable event space, ideal for your wedding, gala, or corporate event.

Stonepine Estate
150 E Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
At Stonepine Estate, our mission is to provide an unparalleled experience of refined elegance and tranquility in the heart of Carmel Valley. We are dedicated to offering our guests bespoke services and exquisite settings for weddings, corporate retreats, and exclusive events. As a historic estate, we strive to engage with the local community and act as stewards to preserve the timeless structures and serene landscapes set within the property’s 400 acres.
Avg response time 1-2 days
The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa
5480 Grand Pacific Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA- Spaces for 380-950 Guests
- 2 Hotels
- 2 Ballrooms
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
**Book a wedding for the month of April and get a free dinner for 2 at our restaurant 20/Twenty and a free couple’s massage at our Ocean Pearl Spa** The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa is the perfect place to host a wedding, corporate event, or any type of special celebration. The resort boasts over 75,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor spaces. Lead a conference for 900 attendees in the Grand Ballroom or host a cocktail party on the spacious lawns overlooking the Pacific Ocean – whatever the occasion, The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa has spaces that will meet all of your event needs. Their unrivaled event planning services will ensure your special occasion or corporate gathering is executed flawlessly. All of The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa's rooms feature comprehensive technology with on-site experts to assist you. The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa sets the stage for a picture-perfect wedding with their indoor and outdoor venues. Say "I Do" in one of their stunning outdoor spaces, with incredible ocean views, then dance the night away with hundreds of guests in the elegant Grand Ballroom. The event professionals and experienced staff at The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa are dedicated to ensuring your wedding or special event is a complete success.
Avg response time 2-4 hrs
Mingei International Museum
1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA- Spaces for 40-315 Guests
- 4 Museums
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Rooftop
The Mingei International Museum, housed in the famous Balboa Park in San Diego, offers an amazing backdrop for weddings. Celebrating folk art, craft, and design, the brilliantly designed venue combines art and architecture to produce an inspirational environment. From ceremonies and receptions to engagement parties and rehearsal dinners, the Cargill Commons and the adjacent Neeley Courtyard provide an open-air flow improved by views of the historic Plaza de Panama. The Atalaya Theater offers a versatile indoor space with a beautiful glass wall opening to views of Palm Canyon. To accentuate the celebration, the two roof-top terraces offer breathtaking views of the Balboa Park Plaza and California Tower. Surrounded with well-chosen artwork, the museum's three-level architecture provides couples with a special place to celebrate among art and culture and exchange vows in its peaceful environment.

City Cruises San Diego
1800 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA- Spaces for 2-1,200 Guests
- 1 Boat
Hornblower Cruises & Events is a treasured attraction on San Diego Bay for San Diego dinner cruises, San Diego harbor cruises, unforgettable weddings and corporate events. The San Diego Dinner Cruise departs every night of the year from docks located conveniently downtown, and just minutes from San Diego Lindbergh Field. Hornblower Cruises & Events provides exceptional customer service with 250,000 passengers enjoying a memorable cruises each year. Hornblower Cruises & Events offers a variety of wedding packages for your special day. Make the sea your wedding venue and bring loved ones aboard for the best yacht wedding celebration you can imagine.

SVN West
10 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA- Spaces for 3,000-4,000 Guests
- 1 Event Space
We’re gonna rock your world – and those of your guests – when you book your event at svn west, san francisco’s hip new performance and corporate event venue. Conveniently located at the intersection of sf’s two main thoroughfares (south van ness and market), svn west’s open floor plan offers maximum versatility with over 100,000 square feet of event space on three levels, including a spacious outdoor rooftop. Formerly the home of the Fillmore West and Carousel Ballroom, SVN West amps up any event through three floors of raw venue space that are steeped in musical history. The main hall, reverently named Carousel, showcased dozens of concerts during its brief operation from 1968 to 1971, including musical legends like the Grateful Dead, Fleetwood Mac, Elton John, B.B. King, Miles Davis, Aretha Franklin, and more. Conveniently located at the intersection of SF’s two main thoroughfares (South Van Ness and Market), SVN West features over 100,000 sq. ft. of event space. The open floor plan offers maximum versatility and includes Carousel and its adjacent rooftop, along with a spacious mezzanine and additional ground floor event space. The space dates back to the late 1920’s when El Patio Ballroom opened there, hosting swing and big band musicians like Les Brown, Woody Herman, Stan Kenton, and Harry James. At some point, it became the Carousel Ballroom which operated up until 1968 when Bill Graham took it over. After about six months, he changed the name to Fillmore West (Fillmore East being his auditorium in New York City) which hosted some of the biggest names in rock and roll during its brief three year run. FEATURES - Top Floor Square Footage: Carousel (22,900) and Rooftop (16,500) - Middle Floor Square Footage: (14,400) - First Floor: Showroom (25,300) and Auxiliary (15,900) - Capacity up to 4,000 - Power and WiFi capabilities -Inside loading/unloading and drop-off AMENITIES - Handicapped Accessible - Outdoor Function Area - Outside Catering Allowed - Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Carmel Valley Ranch
1 Old Ranch Rd, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA- Spaces for 80-650 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
- 3 Outdoor Spaces
Carmel Valley Ranch pushes the boundaries beyond the expected, especially when it comes to pivotal meetings, milestone celebrations and family gatherings that elicit joy from everyone. The Ranch creates the spark that recharges management teams, inspires new ventures, unites colleagues and reunites friends and family. For retreats big or small, this 500-acre destination invites you to play outside the box.

Callaway Vineyard and Winery
32720 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591, USA- Spaces for 350 Guests
Our Founder… Ely Reeves Callaway Jr. was born on June 3, 1919 in LaGrange, Georgia. His father worked for the family firm which owned eight textile mills in the town. Young Ely’s success in business began at the early age of ten, when he used money he had earned from delivering magazines to lease an acre of land on which he planted peach trees. He made more than $700 from his first crop. In his early teens, Callaway took up golf, inspired by the achievements of his mother’s cousin, Bobby Jones, who in 1930 won the first “Grand Slam”. Upon graduation at Emory University, Callaway found the course of his life changed by World War II. He joined the US Army as a Reserve Officer and once his background in textiles was discovered, he was posted to Philadelphia where the Army had its main procurement facility for all its clothing. The contacts he had made in the post brought him a flood of offers from clothing manufactures, several of whom he worked for the next 27 years. In the late 1960’s, extensive research led Callaway to Temecula and to veteran viticulturist, John Moramarco, who believed that the area was ideal for growing premium wine grapes. In the rolling hills, Callaway found what he believed to be the perfect spot to plant his vines; a 1600 foot plateau, located below the peaks of a foggy mountain range “where the sun shines through the mist”. In 1969, the Callaway vineyards were planted and by the early 1970’s, Callaway said goodbye to textiles and hello to wine! He defied experts who considered Southern California unsuitable and put Temecula on the map as a serious wine producing region. After selling the business in 1981 to Hiram Walker, Callaway enjoyed a brief retirement but came back “swinging” and became a leader in the golf industry. The success of the “Big Bertha” golf club made Callaway Golf the number one golf company in the world and Ely Callaway, an icon. On July 5, 2001, Ely Callaway died at the age of 82. He left behind his legacy…one that continues to this day. 50 Years in the Making… Callaway Vineyard & Winery has had some remarkable events and achievements throughout 50 years… Royalty… On July 9, 1976, Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, and his Royal Highness, The Prince Duke of Edinburgh, toasted the President of the United States at a luncheon at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City. The only wine served at this bicentennial event honoring the Royal couple’s visit to this country, was Callaway’s estate bottled 1974 White Riesling. Her Majesty, not known to be a wine drinker, requested a second glass! This was the first time in U.S. viticultural history that a dry table wine from Southern California was chosen to be served on the east coast at an international diplomatic event. The America’s Cup… When the America’s Cup set sail for San Diego in 1992, Callaway Vineyard & Winery joined with the America’s Cup and purchased a license to the name by the owners of the trademark. A special bottling of the 1989 Cabernet Sauvignon was created featuring a custom label with the America’s Cup logo. The America’s Cup is the most prestigious regatta and match race in the sport of sailing. The Wall Street Journal… Callaway Vineyard & Winery has won numerous awards and accolades throughout the years. In an article written on October 26, 2007 in the Wall Street Journal, Callaway’s 2005 Special Selection Muscat Canelli was named a favorite in the Dow Jones Muscat Canelli Index. This was a blind tasting of light, sweet American wines from the flowery Muscat Canelli grape and received national recognition. And, the Legacy Continues… Now privately owned, Callaway Vineyard & Winery was purchased by the Lin family of San Diego upon the dissolution of industry leader, Allied Domecq Wines, in late 2005. Callaway Vineyard & Winery wines are only available through our tasting rooms in Temecula and San Diego or online. They are not available in any retail stores.
Short Stories Hotel
115 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA- Spaces for 40-200 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 2 Hotels
- 2 Ballrooms
Located in West Hollywood, Short Stories is a new 66-room boutique hotel from LA entrepreneur Leo Grifka of Grifka Group. The new experiential & design-driven property provides an elevated hospitality experience, while honoring the culture and history of the area, and features modern guest rooms, a full-service destination restaurant, bar, and outdoor ‘secret garden’ courtyard sanctuary with an F&B program concepted by a highly acclaimed chef. Designed by Grifka in collaboration with Kevin Klein Design, the hotel is designed in a “cultured California-contemporary” aesthetic with classic European design touches, featuring terrazzo contrasted with stained woods & brass, along with lush vegetation from landscape architect Rolling Greens, creating a harmonious sequence across all spaces. Serving as a central gathering place for guests and locals alike, Short Stories Restaurant - the hotel’s collection of F&B spaces - which includes the restaurant and Stories Bar, the hotel’s courtyard lounge, private dining spaces, and an outdoor pool area, features a food & beverage program with menus that celebrate the melting pot that is Los Angeles cuisine, highlighted through seasonal California-sourced ingredients.

Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch
738 Main St, St Helena, CA 94574, USA- Spaces for 24-500 Guests
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 1 Barn
- 5 Total Spaces
Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch provides an idyllic wine country setting for special celebrations of all sorts, ranging from team building events to board meetings. Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch has We multiple event sites, both indoors and out, offering guests the rustic elegance of a vineyard and garden setting while being conveniently located in downtown St Helena. The barn space offers an open, airy layout, making it versatile for any meeting set-up and the picture window promises a dinner with a spectacular view for up to 75 guests. The large, picturesque lawn is surrounded by vineyards and gardens providing an incredible backdrop for guests playing lawn games, participating in team building activities, and enjoying a spectacular meal cooked in our live fire pit. The Potting Shed is an intimate setting for 16 and is the perfect location for meetings or dinners requiring the utmost privacy. Additionally, it is fully equipped with audio-visual for presentations.

White House Property
Chatsworth, CA 91311, USAThe White House Properties | Chatsworth, California Nestled in the heart of Chatsworth, The White House Properties is a private mid-century ranch estate designed for unforgettable gatherings, creative productions, and elevated outdoor experiences. Set on nearly 17,000 square feet, this beautifully curated venue blends California charm with versatile event functionality, creating a distinctive backdrop for celebrations, wellness experiences, corporate gatherings, and content creation. The property features a sparkling pool with a signature slide, a covered patio ideal for dining and entertaining, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, lush landscaping, romantic string lighting, a rose garden, and towering cypress trees that create a sense of privacy and sophistication throughout the space. Whether hosting an intimate birthday celebration, baby shower, wellness retreat, executive offsite, photo shoot, brand activation, or private dinner, guests enjoy a versatile outdoor environment that effortlessly transforms to fit a wide range of event styles and occasions. As golden hour settles across the property, the ambiance comes alive—offering a cinematic setting that photographers, event planners, brands, and hosts consistently find inspiring. The White House Properties is more than an event venue; it's a destination where meaningful moments, creative ideas, and memorable experiences come to life. Ideal For: Birthday celebrations Baby & bridal showers Wellness retreats & yoga events Corporate offsites & team gatherings Private dinners & brunches Engagements & intimate celebrations Photo shoots & content creation Film, television & commercial productions Brand activations & product launches Location: Chatsworth, California Style: Mid-Century Atomic Ranch | Private Outdoor Estate | Production & Event Venue

Restaurant 917 at Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles
19800 S Main St, Gardena, CA 90248, USA- Spaces for 30-400 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Venue with Activities
From intimate lunches and dinners to polished receptions, Restaurant 917 is the ideal experience for your next event. There are a variety options for private and semi-private dining. Located on the second level of the Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles, with stunning views of the driver development track, Restaurant 917’s sleek and modern setting echoes Porsche’s world-class design aesthetic. The name and decor were inspired by the legendary 917 race car, which gave Porsche its first overall wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1970 and 1971. Restaurant 917’s refined yet approachable seasonal menu is composed of ingredient-driven dishes that merge diverse flavors, inventive techniques and playful compositions. A unique fine-dining experience that is an unforgettable venue for special celebrations and meetings.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs
BRICK
2863 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106, USA- Spaces for 220-300 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Located in beautiful San Diego California, BRICK is an industrial-chic, blank-canvas venue full of possibilities. BRICK is a modern industrial space, featuring rustic brick walls and exposed pipes. Vaulted ceilings create an airy and open ambiance, while 100 windows allow natural light to flood the room. BRICK can accommodate up to 220 guests for a seated celebration, or host a much larger cocktail-style reception. Our 24 hour rentals allow you to have access to the venue from 10am on the day of your event to 10am the following day, allowing you plenty of time to set-up and celebrate. BRICK welcomes you to choose your own vendors and can provide you with a list of recommended partners. Plus, BRICK is BYOB, so you bring in the alcohol, and we'll provide the service. Couples can also choose from a range of decor and services to elevate their celebration – from a photo booth, an outdoor lawn for cocktail hour, to a mylar dance floor and more. The team at BRICK understands how much work goes into a wedding and will strive to create a seamless experience in the lead-up to your big day. You will be provided with a concierge to answer all of your questions about the venue. BRICK also offers a range of planning packages, from month-of coordination to full service, to help ease the planning process.

Olympic Valley Stables
1525 Olympic Vly Rd, Olympic Valley, CA 96146, USA- Spaces for 80-300 Guests
- 3 Outdoor Spaces
- 3 Event Spaces
- 3 Total Spaces
Olympic Valley Stables is a rustic-elegant event venue nestled in the heart of Tahoe’s alpine landscape, offering an unforgettable backdrop for weddings, receptions, corporate retreats, and social celebrations. Surrounded by towering pines and mountain views, the property features versatile indoor and outdoor spaces that blend natural beauty with refined function, including the historic barn, open-air ceremony lawns, and scenic gathering areas. Thoughtful amenities and ample space allow for custom layouts, from seated dinners to lively receptions, with professional support available to help coordinate logistics, timing, and vendor needs. Whether exchanging vows under open skies or hosting a sunset celebration around the stables, the setting brings Tahoe’s breathtaking scenery directly into your event experience.
The Plot South Oceanside
1733 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA- Spaces for 100-200 Guests
sexy + vibrant + versatile A bold and dynamic space, perfect for any type of celebration. Whether you’re throwing a killer birthday bash, a milestone anniversary party, or a high-energy corporate gathering, our inviting environment adapts to your vibe, creating the ultimate backdrop for your event. Spacious interiors, lush outdoor garden area, and the food… our boundary pushing, plant-based cuisine embodies a celebration of vibrant flavors and sustainability. Each dish crafted with locally sourced ingredients - provocative, delicious, and ready for you. Are you ready for us? Reach out for ALL the details.

Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
With its beautiful setting among the oaks and flowering flora, Descanso Gardens is the ideal location for your special celebrations. Descanso Gardens offers a variety of spaces that are excellent for hosting special events such as showers, birthday celebrations, cocktail parties, and corporate meetings. Whether you're planning a small, personal gathering or a large, extravagant affair, your wedding at Descanso Gardens will be a memorable occasion! Our dedicated event planning staff, as well as our exclusive onsite caterer, will collaborate with you to create the wedding of your dreams. In addition to being one of Southern California's most spectacular botanical marvels, Descanso Gardens also features seasonal floral arrangements that serve as a breathtaking background for a variety of events. Descanso Gardens and the Kitchen For Exploring Foods, a popular place for romantic nuptials, will offer all-inclusive packages that include nature-inspired, seasonal cuisines as well as a unique experience. Descanso Gardens is a favorite setting for romantic weddings. As the sun begins to drop, the Gardens transform into a stunning evening location for parties, wedding photos, and other special occasions.
Avg response time 1-2 days
Lake Chalet
1520 Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA 94612, USAEnjoy spectacular views of Lake Merritt for your special event. Celebrate with the best service, handcrafted ales, and the best seafood Oakland has to offer.

Roku
9201 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA- 4 Restaurants
Whether it is an intimate gathering or an extravagant milestone celebration, ROKU's exceptional customer service, gracious and elegant servers, and award-winning chefs guarantee that your special occasion will be flawless. ROKU challenges traditional Teppanyaki to sharpened standards, combining a cutting-edge setting with exceptional ingredients and impeccable sushi. Teppan chef prepares A-5 Japanese Wagyu, Matsuzaka beef, Santa Barbara spot prawns and other high-quality ingredients at interactive grill tables. ROKU’s menu offers new style appetizers, inventive entrees and select favorites from the iconic Sushi Roku brand alongside a vast selection of handpicked sakes, crafted cocktails and the largest selection of Japanese whiskey in the LA culinary scene. ROKU offers three distinct dining opportunities – all of which are perfect for special events and celebrations. The Teppanyaki Room offers an interactive Hibachi dining experience, as your personal chef prepares your meal at the restaurant's Teppan Grill tables. This space is perfect for parties from 2 – 28 guests. Enjoy ROKU's progressive menu on their indoor/outdoor patio space, or sit along a live edge sushi bar as Chef Jiro Kobayashi prepares the freshest fish daily in both traditional and modern forms.

Hotel Zelos
12 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA- Spaces for 120 Guests
Legendary locations are just the beginning. From chic suites in the city center to sumptuous villas on a secluded Caribbean beach, from poolside cocktails at dusk to two-hour massages in private cabanas, every setting is one of a kind. Viceroy reinterprets history, traditions, and modernity in innovative, uniquely timeless ways. Yet, within each individual environment, certain qualities are welcomingly consistent. Creativity, comfort, and service all make the signature Viceroy experience, where guest needs are always anticipated and graciously accommodated. Equally constant are the accolades earned by our distinctive hotels, including the pages of Conde Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, Departures, New York Times, and Vogue.

Festoon LA
11914 Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066, USA- Spaces for 120 Guests
Festoon LA is a 1900-square-foot event space and creative studio located on the west side of LA. Owned by the creative minds behind the wedding and events site 100 Layer Cake, this bright designer space is ideally suited for pop-ups, corporate events, influencer events, cocktail receptions, dinner parties, rehearsal dinners, bridal or baby showers, and birthdays.