Top California Experiential Activation Venues

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

THE RANCH EVENTS TO REDISCOVER We're familiar to the majority of you. For nearly 30 years, we have been providing catering for events in San Diego. For those who haven't needed catering or haven't planned an event yet, we invite you to browse our website and learn more about our services. Let us work together again if you have previously collaborated with us. No matter what you choose, our knowledgeable and caring staff will ensure that your gathering is a success. EXAMPLE OF WORKING MODEL Make your event dream a reality with our assistance! Ranch Events is a full-service catering company with years of experience. We will design the perfect event for your needs and desires. A variety of service types, such as plated meals, buffet stations, and cocktail receptions, are well-understood by our knowledgeable staff. WEDDING No matter how many times you get married, every one is unique. A wedding of your dreams is possible. Come in and talk with us, or look at our photos, linens, and china collection. Guests can also take advantage of a complimentary tasting. We can assist you with everything from the bridal shower to the rehearsal dinner, reception, and after-party. EVENTS HELD BY COMPANY Bringing years of hands-on experience in entertainment, floral design, event styling, event production, food and beverage, and hospitality to each event allows us to deliver a high-quality production while also educating our clients. CAKES FOR WEDDINGS THAT ARE BEAUTIFUL Every bride is different, so are the styles and colors of wedding cakes that we have created over the last 30 years. They represent each one as unique and special as the brides who have had them made. A FULL SERVICE FLORIST DEPARTMENT Ranch Events has a full service florist department that can create custom wedding and event flowers and décor for your special occasion. The celebration of your life can be as small and intimate as a family gathering or as large as an industry or corporate event.

Located in the heart of the Napa Valley, for more than a century the Rutherford region has been recognized for producing red wines of incomparable opulence and elegance. Although measuring a mere six square miles, this coveted winegrowing area is home to some of the oldest and most storied wineries in the United States. Within this community, Round Pond Estate is neighbored by such acclaimed wineries as Beaulieu Vineyards, Caymus, Cakebread, Honig and Frog’s Leap. Offering a unique mix of microclimate and soil composition, Rutherford has proven ideal for the cultivation of Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as premium Italian and Spanish olives. Offering abundant sunshine, warm daytime temperatures and only moderate cooling influences, Rutherford yields fruit with ripe, robust character. Adding to this character is Rutherford’s unique alluvial soils deposited over millennia by the Napa and Russian rivers as well as the Conn Creek. These vibrant and diverse soils add to the region’s rich palette of flavors. Situated at the main Rutherford crossroads, between Beaulieu Vineyards and Caymus Winery, Round Pond has been growing premium wine grapes since the early 1980s. Cultivated with meticulous care, their grapes have been sold to several of the most preeminent wineries in the region. Recognizing the estate’s ecological diversity, they also undertook the planting of several varieties of imported Italian and Spanish olive trees for the production of premium oils. Because they are passionate about offering the finest gourmet items from the gifts nature has given them, they constructed a state-of-the art-mill to ensure absolute quality in the production of the artisan oils. In addition, using a small selection of extraordinary grapes from their vineyard’s 362 planted acres, Round Pond has established an acclaimed estate wine program focusing on world-class Cabernet Sauvignon produced in extremely limited quantities. Made in conjunction with our super-premium estate wines, they also produce prized red wine vinegars using the revered Orleans Method. For nearly a quarter-century they have had the pleasure and the privilege of being stewards of Round Pond Estate. While chemicals and shortcuts can make for quick fixes, the truth is, consistent, quality wine growing is about seasons, cycles and a long-term commitment to the land. To promote natural balance and vineyard health they have dedicated themselves to the principles of sustainable wine growing.

• Spaces for 50-125 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Waterfront
• 3 Total Spaces

Leadbetter Beach is a city-owned coastal venue in Santa Barbara, California, situated between Santa Barbara Harbor and Shoreline Park, directly across from Santa Barbara City College. Set along the Pacific shoreline, the beach combines open-air ocean views with a grassy lawn, outdoor showers, restrooms, and convenient paid parking in an adjacent lot — offering a relaxed natural setting for outdoor gatherings of all kinds. Three reservable outdoor areas serve events ranging from intimate ceremonies to group picnics. The Leadbetter Ceremony Area is a secluded, palm-lined grassy site overlooking the beach and Leadbetter Point, designed for wedding ceremonies of up to 60 guests. Leadbetter Beach Area West, situated just west of the Shoreline Cafe along the waterfront, accommodates up to 50 guests. The Leadbetter Beach Picnic Area, a beachfront group site at the west end of the parking lot, seats up to 65 guests and includes picnic tables and BBQ facilities. Reservations and permits are managed by the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department. Food trucks and trailers may be arranged in advance, and beer and wine are permitted with a reservation at the picnic area.

• 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 12-3,560 Guests
• 8 Hotels
• 8 Ballrooms
• 4 Outdoor Spaces

Hold the event of your dreams in one of Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina's 83 elegant event venues located in downtown San Diego. Take advantage of Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina's ideal location by planning an outdoor ceremony overlooking San Diego Bay or host an extravagant event in one of the four ballroom venues. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina allows hosts to coordinate with expert event planners, experienced in planning celebrations of all sorts. Dream weddings don't just happen, they're planned. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners are trained to help. After completing demanding coursework, each Marriott Certified Wedding Planner is qualified to coordinate weddings and special events of all types, including ethnic and military weddings. Relying on experience, training, tradition and old-fashioned intuition, Marriott Certified Wedding Planners can help you determine an overall vision for your wedding and help you execute each detail. That includes setting an event budget; deciding on a menu; arranging table settings; and finding florists, photographers, a band and other entertainment for the big day.

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

Special Events Our hotel, located in Mountain View's Village at San Antonio Center, provides a variety of indoor and outdoor meeting spaces that may be fully tailored to match your specific requirements. The most up to date audiovisual technology, as well as a team of professional event planners, ensuring that your event runs well. Spaces Meet and hold events in approximately 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space right in the center of Mountain View's Village. Weddings In one of our indoor or outdoor wedding venues in the heart of Mountain View, you can exchange vows with your loved one. Take time to celebrate your big day with all of your closest friends and family members. Make a reservation for a group of rooms during your special event to ensure that everyone can enjoy the celebrations together. Are you planning a more personal, smaller wedding? It is not an issue! In order to create a more personal setting, we may handle mini weddings. Regardless of the sort of wedding you desire, the Hyatt Centric Mountain View will leave you speechless and ensure that it is an event to remember. Meetings & Conferences In one of our adaptable meeting spaces, you can have huge conferences, mid size workshops, or small, intimate meetings. Catering We offer complete on site catering services to meet the needs of any occasion. Make use of our in house catering services to offer your visitors to innovative regional food created by our talented Fairchilds' chefs.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Located in San Francisco, The Walt Disney Family Museum is one the most inspirational venues in the Bay Area. The Walt Disney Family Museum is surrounded by beautiful charm and overlooks the Golden Gate Bridge. The Walt Disney Family Museum is the ideal venue for any and all events and can be customized to fit the needs of all different event types. The Walt Disney Family Museum strives to make any event a truly memorable and remarkable experience for anyone in attendance.

• 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 250-400 Guests
• 1 Country Club

RENTALS For every step of your wedding planning process, we provide rentals for everything from decorations to furniture to landscaping, entertainment, and catering. Our various country club and golf course properties located throughout the United States provide a plethora of options to meet any and all of your requirements. ORDAIN Looking for a wedding officiant to officiate your ceremony? In addition, we have trained Wedding Officiants who are ready to work with couples of all religious backgrounds to craft the perfect ceremony script and speech that perfectly reflects your and your fiancé's individual preferences and requirements. ONE-STOP SHOPPER'S GUIDE Why go anywhere else when we have everything you need from the very beginning to the very end of the wedding planning process? We specialize in engagement parties, bridal and wedding showers, rehearsal dinners, groomsmen outings, ceremonies, receptions, and other special events. Contact us today for more information. OUR INDIVIDUAL EXPERTS We have an award-winning team ready to guide you through the planning process and ensure that your wedding day is as stress-free as possible. If you have a specific vision in mind or require additional assistance, our knowledgeable and experienced team is committed to turning your vision into an unforgettable reality!

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 space at this venue

The A.C. Postel Memorial Rose Garden — also known as the Mission Rose Garden — is an outdoor event venue managed by the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department. The garden sits within Mission Historical Park in Santa Barbara's upper Eastside neighborhood, adjacent to the historic Santa Barbara Mission and bounded by Los Olivos and Laguna Streets. Spanning approximately 2,000 square feet of open lawn and garden, the space accommodates up to 50 guests for small wedding ceremonies and private gatherings. More than 1,500 rose plants representing over 1,000 varieties surround the gathering area, with many labeled for identification. The garden is designated as an All-American Rose Selections demonstration garden and reaches peak bloom from spring through fall, with blooms unavailable between January and March during annual winter pruning. Paved and hard-packed paths throughout the garden are wheelchair accessible, and benches are provided throughout the space. Permits are required through the Parks and Recreation Department; light music can be accommodated during ceremonies out of consideration for nearby residences.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 50-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Farm
• 1 space at this venue

Lassen Meadows Ranch is a 160-acre private ranch retreat at the southern tip of the Cascade Mountain Range, located a short distance from Lassen Volcanic National Park in northern California. Set entirely off the grid, the property offers an immersive natural setting surrounded by meadows, a lake, and wooded landscapes that distinguish it from conventional event venues. For weddings and group gatherings, the ranch accommodates between 50 and 250 guests across three outdoor lawns, a barn suited for rehearsal dinners or dancing, and a large camping area. A kitchen pavilion with commercial refrigerators, an icemaker, a stove, and full sinks supports catering operations, while a bathhouse and two on-site cabins provide guest accommodations for the full weekend. Wedding bookings reserve the entire ranch from Friday morning through Sunday night, giving groups exclusive use of all spaces and facilities across the event weekend.

• Spaces for 12-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 11 Total Spaces

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this stunning resort is a great place for a beautiful, outdoor event. This venue is able to host anywhere from 2 to 130 guests. There are both indoor and outdoor sites on the property for events, which both offer a magnificent view of the California coast. The chef creates seasonal catering menus that are prepared with organic and local ingredients. There is plenty to do on the grounds around the lodge, such as hiking, walking along the beach, eating delicious meals, and watching the sunset. The on-site staff will help you plan the perfect getaway for whatever your celebration may be.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

Whether you’re looking for a spacious or more intimate setting, indoors or out, El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen offers a truly unique venue for your next special event. From weddings and rehearsal dinners to tasting parties and corporate gatherings, El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen can accommodate groups of 20 up to 250 guests. As a convenience, either a partial hotel block or total hotel buyout is offered to guests hosting events at El Dorado Sonoma to ensure that rooms are set aside for visitors. Guests will also enjoy occasion-specific custom menus from Executive Chef Armando Navarro using the freshest seasonal ingredients from local farmers. An inviting and historic locale for your next tasting dinner, celebratory reception, or corporate function, El Dorado Hotel Sonoma offers ample amenities for event guests. Choose from outdoor courtyards and gardens, indoor private rooms, and the spacious, award-winning El Dorado Kitchen for meeting, dining, and socializing. El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen's team of experts and experienced planners will attend to every detail and provide recommendations for the best Sonoma has to offer. Your special event at El Dorado Sonoma will be absolutly flawless and unforgettable.

The Pacific Club in southern California is widely regarded as one of the best venues for weddings due to its amazing staff of event specialists, who will be there to assist you at every stage of the planning process. For additional information, kindly get in touch with our Director of Catering. There is no need to continue looking for the site of your dream wedding because you have found it. The Pacific Club is known for its unrivaled elegance that has stood the test of time, its excellent service, its award-winning cuisine, and its courteous hospitality. It is the ideal environment because to its one-of-a-kind location, which is surrounded by lovely undulating topography and magnificent water features. There are very few days in life that are as significant as the day you get married; allow our knowledgeable staff to assist you in making sure that your big day goes off without a hitch. We take great satisfaction in making sure that each and every aspect of your wedding is flawless. We are happy to provide recommendations for wedding organizers, hair and makeup professionals, photographers, videographers, lighting, DJs, musicians, and others in the wedding industry. Tell us how we may be of assistance, please.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Shasta Weddings is a secluded mountain wedding venue situated at high elevation in Northern California's Trinity Alps area, approximately 20 degrees cooler than surrounding towns during the summer months. The property books as an exclusive-use venue — one wedding party occupies the ceremony site, reception site, cabin accommodations, and surrounding grounds for the entire weekend. Events run from June through mid-October, when the mountain landscape is most accessible. The venue includes an outdoor ceremony site and reception area, a community house, kitchen, bridal room, party patio, private swimming holes, hiking trails, and campfire areas. Cabin lodging accommodates up to 50 guests on the property. Tables and chairs are provided along with an in-house sound system. Outside caterers are welcome, and the venue maintains a list of local vendor contacts for catering, flowers, and other services.

A cuisine with profound historical ties has been given a thoroughly contemporary reinterpretation in the form of mourad. Our cuisine is a tribute to those traditions; it highlights the complex and lively tastes of Morocco in novel ways that are in harmony with the fresh, local, artisanal products and the pioneering spirit of Northern California. Mourad, which can be found in the recently remodeled PacBell Building, is a restaurant that generously mixes traditional Moroccan style with a contemporary interpretation that is in great harmony with the cuisine. We are delighted to be able to provide guests with a private dinner experience in one of our various event rooms. Chef Mourad Lahlou and his staff are glad to construct an amazing meal for you and your guests, and they will begin by serving a multi-course menu in a family-style setting as the event's basis. Pick one of the five magnificent event locations that we provide. Book Now!

• Spaces for 3,000 Guests

Viaggio Estate & Winery is a Tuscan-inspired private estate set on 23 acres in Acampo, California, in the heart of Lodi wine country. The property borders the Mokelumne River and is surrounded by estate vineyards and walnut orchards, offering an Italian resort-style setting for weddings and special events. The estate's name — "Viaggio," meaning "journey" in Italian — is inscribed above the gated archway that welcomes guests onto the grounds. The estate has hosted events since 2012 and accommodates indoor and outdoor celebrations, from intimate ceremonies to large receptions. Event options include the La Vita Bella ballroom, an outdoor riverside lawn, an olive tree-lined courtyard, and a tasting room patio. In-house catering is available, and the venue's events team works with clients to customize packages for each occasion. Viaggio hosts a limited number of events each year, preserving an exclusive and private atmosphere for each gathering. The events team can be reached at events@viaggiowinery.com for inquiry and booking.

• Spaces for 50-120 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Waterfront

Pacific Coast Grill is a beachfront restaurant and event venue situated along the Pacific Ocean in Cardiff, California, where guests gather against a backdrop of rolling surf and open sky. Operating since 1995, the restaurant has built a reputation as an award-winning destination for both dining and private celebrations on the San Diego coast. The venue spans two levels of bars, decks, and patios, each offering unobstructed ocean views and the flexibility to host gatherings of 10 to 500 guests. Private event options include an upper patio accommodating up to 50 guests, a lower al fresco area for up to 65, the entire upstairs for groups of 100, and the ground level comfortably seating 120. Plated dinners are available for groups up to 54, with buffet-style service for larger parties. Pacific Coast Grill hosts a wide range of occasions — weddings, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, corporate events, holiday parties, birthday celebrations, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and more — with an experienced culinary team providing in-house catering for every event.

• Spaces for 150-350 Guests
• 2 Bars

The Continental Club is a subterranean entertainment destination tucked beneath the historic Hellman Building in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Accessed through a private entrance on West 4th Street, the venue spans 6,000 square feet of serviceable space and draws on the atmosphere of a classic supper club — dark leather banquettes, mirrored surfaces, warm red lighting, disco balls, and walls lined with framed photographs. The venue accommodates up to 350 guests across its full 6,000-square-foot footprint, or up to 150 guests in the 3,000-square-foot half-venue configuration. A central bar anchors the main room, with seating areas arranged around a dedicated dance floor. A coat check and scullery round out the facility. The Continental Club is available for private and corporate buyouts, including branded activations, holiday parties, cocktail receptions, and seated dinners. Events are coordinated through CIRCA93, the Los Angeles-based collective that operates the venue.