Top California Experiential Activation Venues

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Have your next event at Bird's Surf Shed. An unassuming Quonset hut tucked away in a raw industrial locale, Bird’s Surf Shed is an oasis for the San Diego surf scene and a perfect venue for any special event. The Shed boasts an 1,800 SF floor, which can be entirely cleared to provide a completely open space. Arched ceilings covered by an expansive collection of awe-inspiring boards provide high clearance for installments. Fundraisers, community events, grad parties, and movie premiers are commonplace, and with San Diego surf history everywhere you look, the Shed is sure to provide an amazing atmosphere.

• Spaces for 100-500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

It all started with a dream of bringing something new to Downtown San Jose: a live music venue. SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant features New American cuisine prepared by Executive Chef Paul Nuo using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. With handcrafted cocktails from our passionate Bar Team, and a wine and spirits list sourced from around the world, there is something for everyone at the restaurant. Creating a culture and ambiance that is both comfortable and elevated is a priority for us. We also believe that good music has the ability to move your soul and serve as the soundtrack to moments that will be remembered for a lifetime. Our venue is home to some of the best live music and DJs in the entire Bay Area, and we are constantly adding new acts. We have a dedicated Events Team that will assist you in every step of the process. We are committed to responding to inquiries as quickly as possible and assisting you in turning your vision into a reality. Make a plan. We've worked with clients on a variety of events, from birthday parties and office parties to weddings and concerts. We have floor plans, idea boards, and menus that have been created to make the planning process as simple as possible. You've got it. On the day of your event, our Events Team will collaborate with you to make it a success. We understand that events can be stressful, and we are here to make sure that everything goes off smoothly.

• Spaces for 18-350 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Event Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

The San Ramon Community Center at Central Park sits at the heart of San Ramon, California, set alongside a scenic pond and fountain in Central Park. The building's signature half-dome architecture, with exposed wood beams and soaring ceilings, makes the venue a recognizable landmark in the East Bay. Six distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings of all sizes — from intimate board meetings to weddings of 350. The Fountain Room, the center's largest indoor venue, features a built-in stage, direct access to the Rose Garden, and an attached commercial kitchen. The Terrace Room offers a more intimate setting with an adjoining patio, while the open-air Amphitheater and Rose Garden provide outdoor options for ceremonies and cocktail hours. The facility includes dance floors in multiple sizes, portable audio/visual systems, a portable bar, tables and chairs, public WiFi, and ample on-site parking. A two-story art gallery with rotating exhibits adds a distinctive cultural backdrop for events throughout the year.

• Spaces for 30-674 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Ballrooms

The Crown Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley is one of San Diego's best meeting and conference venues. Their conference room is over 30,000 square feet and can be configured in a variety of ways. The Crowne Plaza Meeting Director and skilled staff at the Crown Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley will ensure that your event is a total success. The location has a variety of indoor and outdoor event areas to suit your needs. You will have a dedicated point of contact for your whole event after booking an event space at Crown Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley. They'll take care of everything so you can sit back and enjoy your occasion. A single point of contact for the duration of your event. We'll take care of the minutiae so you can concentrate on the big picture. We'll assist you in finding the ideal location for a more productive and effective meeting. We'll answer to your request with space, cost, and date availability within two hours.

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests
• 1 Country Club

RENTALS We provide rentals for all aspect of your wedding event, including decorations, furniture, gardening, entertainment, and catering. Our diverse country club and golf course locations across the United States provide limitless options to meet your every requirement. ORDAIN Are you looking for a wedding officiant? We have professional Wedding Officiants that are ready to work with couples of all faiths to develop the appropriate ceremonial script and speech that reflects your and your fiancé's particular preferences and needs. SHOPPING IN ONE PLACE Why go somewhere else when we have everything you need from the beginning to the end of the wedding preparation process? Engagement parties, bridal and wedding showers, rehearsal dinners, groomsmen outings, ceremonies, receptions, and more are among our specialties. OUR PROFESSIONALS We have an award-winning team ready to help you plan the wedding of your dreams and make the process as simple as possible. Whether you have a specific concept in mind or require more assistance, our professional and experienced team is committed to turning your vision into a magnificent reality!

PRESS Restaurant puts the Napa Valley on a pedestal — the people, the ingredients, and the wines. For 15 years, PRESS has been a place for locals, winemakers, vintners, and guests from around the world to experience the best the Napa Valley has to offer — it’s this sense of community that is at the heart of everything PRESS does. Under the leadership of Chef Philip Tessier, PRESS features legendary Bay Area purveyors alongside innovative new culinary talents to highlight Napa Valley cuisine. WINE CELLAR PRESS’s most exclusive and luxurious private dining option, their Wine Cellar, allows guests a totally private dining experience ensconced by the restaurant’s 10,000 bottle collection. Step out of the hustle and bustle of the main dining room, follow the hallway and find yourself in the middle of three glass-encased wine rooms where up to 20 guests can wine & dine to their heart’s content. With a private sound system, separate from the rest of the restaurant, guests can truly customize their dining experience – everything from the food to the wine to the music. The Wine Cellar has a capacity of 22. RUDD CELLAR The Rudd Cellar is a smaller private room located adjacent to the main wine cellar. Ideal for 8-9 guests, this room can be reserved on its own or to accommodate additional guests when booking the wine cellar. This is a chilled room, so we recommend dressing appropriately. HEATED GARDEN Adjacent to PRESS’s bustling patio, the Garden area provides a private, outdoor refuge for groups of up to 14 guests. Nestled in an enclave, surrounded by lush greenery guests are able to experience a world class meal while enjoying the wonders of Mother Nature. The Garden features a gorgeous full coverage umbrella to add some cooling shade in those hot summer months and a large heater for those cool autumn nights. PATIO The patio is the ideal semi-private place to host your outdoor event with views of the sunset over the Napa Valley’s west hillside. Enjoy personally selected passed hors d’oeuvres while enjoying cocktails or wine of your choice. With a cozy main fireplace and the covering over head, the patio is enjoyable year round for cocktail parties and seated dinners. The Patio has a capacity of 24. FULL RESTAURANT EXCLUSIVE Make PRESS yours for the evening! Begin your evening on our patio overlooking the Mayacamas mountains before moving inside for dinner in our main dining room. Ideal for groups of 40-80 guests, a full restaurant buyout allows you and your group exclusive use of all restaurant spaces. Perfect for family gatherings or corporate events.

AC Hotel San Francisco Airport/Oyster Point Waterfront is a stunning waterfront venue with gorgeous views of the San Francisco Bay. It's the perfect backdrop for weddings, parties, reunions, or any other event. With 8,000 square feet of event space, the hotel can accommodate social gatherings of all different sizes. Founder Antonio Catalan’s strong European roots and Spanish soul are the two inspirations behind AC Hotels. He began helping his parents in their small hotel in Navarre, Spain. Now Antonio Catalan and Marriott have joined forces to introduce AC Hotels to the United States. The AC Hotel San Francisco Airport / Oyster Point Waterfront is situated on the edge of the San Francisco Bay. Stunning views compliment a timelessly modern design, and AC presents a whole new way to Hotel. Their Catering and Banquets team will provide a seamless experience. They know the difference between something made and something crafted. If they have time to make it, they have time to make it beautiful. Their attention to detail will make your special day and unforgettable experience from beginning to end. All of their packages includes tables, chairs, bar services, plate ware, glassware, flatware, cake cutting services, complimentary self-parking for your guests, set-up and clean-up.

• 1 Restaurant

At Il Fornaio, we offer elegant private and semi-private dining spaces, along with a wide range of specialized menus and services to match our authentic, award-winning Italian cuisine. Our experienced staff will with closely with you to create a memorable event. Along with creating a menu and reserving a dining area befitting your occasion, our team - including our on-site Event Coordinator - will guide you in creating a the perfect celebration to match your budget and group size. There’s never any room rental fee. In addition to the dining areas listed here, the entire restaurant is available for buyout for large special events. Founded in Italy in 1972, Il Fornaio Authentic Italian Restaurants are located throughout the United States and aim to provide guests with the most authentic Italian experience outside of Italy. Each location has been designed specifically for the communities we serve, so restaurant hours, menus & reservation sizes available may vary by location. Large parties, private dining groups & special events are welcome at every one of our locations. Using the freshest ingredients & traditional cooking techniques, each Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with award-winning wine lists & crafted cocktails in beautiful settings located throughout the west coast. All 20 kitchens are supervised & guided by Veneto native Executive Chef Maurizio Mazzon using multi-generational family recipes & preparations that Italians have mastered over centuries. These ideals are best demonstrated by Festa Regionale, our monthly exploration of the food & wine of the 20 diverse regions of Italy. This passion for authenticity has been fostered for over 20 years. Il Fornaio also operates two restaurants as Canaletto Ristorante Veneto, located in Newport Beach, CA & in the Venetian Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV. The home office is located in Corte Madera, CA.

• Spaces for 3,500 Guests

One of California's most stunning and distinctive attractions and venues is the Reagan Library, which is perched on a hill with panoramic views of the southland. Get onto the real Air Force One, tail number 27000, which has carried seven US presidents. See a scale model of the Oval Office in the White House, where President Reagan never removed his suit jacket. Join us as we plan your upcoming event! Our in-house catering division, which is staffed with some of the best talent in the business, brings a passion for creating events with outstanding cuisine accompanied by end-to-end planning services certain to produce a memorable experience for your guests. While selecting menus and experiences that are intended to suit the setting and historical value of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, our staff draws on its experience at cultural hotspots from across the world. Events of all sizes can be hosted by our event team and catering crew. Our staff at West Wing Events and Catering will make sure your event is executed to the greatest degree, accentuated by exceptional cuisine and end-to-end planning services, whether you are planning a gathering for 10 guests or 3500. For large groups, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Luncheon program offers two alternatives for an elegant meal served beneath the wings of Air Force One as well as an amazing tour. We provide both our customary Air Force One Barbecue Buffet and the Air Force One White House Luncheon. One of these events includes a docent-led tour of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, our incredible Air Force One Pavilion, and our magnificent special exhibitions, which is followed by a special lunch. Your event rental pricing may include tours of the Reagan Library, Air Force One Pavilion, and/or Special Exhibit. The particular exhibit that will be accessible during your event should be confirmed.

• Spaces for 150-1,800 Guests
• 3 Ballrooms
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

La Quinta Resort & Club is a landmark desert resort set against the Santa Rosa Mountains in La Quinta, California — part of the greater Palm Springs area. Originally opened in 1926 and known as "the original desert hideaway," the resort occupies sprawling grounds anchored by Spanish-style casitas, lush gardens, and mountain views that have drawn guests for nearly a century. For events and celebrations, the resort offers more than 190,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space accommodating groups from intimate gatherings to celebrations of up to 2,000 guests. Three ballrooms — the Fiesta, Flores, and Frank Capra — anchor the indoor offerings, ranging from the 5,952-square-foot Frank Capra Ballroom, named for the acclaimed Hollywood director who was a longtime guest, to the grand 17,176-square-foot Fiesta Ballroom. Outdoors, The Grove and the historic La Casa Patio and Courtyard provide scenic settings beneath date palms and open desert sky. The resort provides in-house catering, custom lighting design, vendor coordination, and a dedicated events team to support weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. On-site accommodations include 620 hacienda-style casitas and suites and 98 privately owned villas, making La Quinta Resort & Club a self-contained destination for multi-day events.

Harvest Inn is the perfect location for a classic Wine Country wedding, thanks to its storybook setting. We provide you with nature at its most sophisticated: abundant vineyards, rolling lawns, and blooming botanical gardens, all set against the majestic backdrop of the Mayacamas Mountains. We are authentic, organic, and elegant. Business travel has been redefined at Harvest Inn, where its gathering spaces – both indoor and outdoor – are ideal for off-site meetings as well as corporate retreats. In addition, conference rooms are well-equipped, and common areas are tastefully furnished. The breathtaking views of vineyards and redwood groves encourage effective team building, innovative thinking, and the achievement of productive outcomes. Harvest Inn offers unrivaled Napa Valley settings for your wine country wedding, whether you envision walking across a landscaped lawn with vineyard views or entering an elegant room with views of lush courtyards and fountains. Our Vineyard View Terrace, which overlooks the vineyards and provides the ideal setting for an outdoor ceremony, is the ideal location to say "I do." Your wedding will be framed by stunning vineyards, rolling hills, a wisteria-draped trellis, and olive trees in this outdoor space, which is ideal for elegant receptions, sit-down dinners, and cocktail receptions. Wedding ceremonies on our Vin Rose Lawn are perfect for smaller groups because it creates the perfect ambiance for exchanging vows amongst the grapes. The lawn is bordered by beautiful white roses, and it offers breathtaking views of the Mayacamas Mountains in the distance.

From small-bite wine and food pairing sessions with their resident chefs to seated wine dinners and in-depth cellar tours, visit Cakebread Cellars for a unique Napa winery experience. Private events are available for groups of 10 to 50 guests. Quality and sustainability have been Cakebread cornerstones since their first vintage in 1973. They are a family winery, and we want to protect the land for future generations. At Cakebread Cellars, they embrace environmental responsibility with green practices that range from sustainable and organic farming and diligent water/energy conservation to extensive recycling operations (nearly 90% of winery-generated waste). They are proud to have been an early industry leader in these efforts. In fact, they were only the second California winery to achieve Napa Green certification; they are also certified as Fish Friendly and participate in the Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing program. Sustainable vineyard practices include: monitoring for soil moisture and vine stress to determine irrigation needs; automatic irrigation and mulching to reduce evaporation during irrigation; soil and nutrient management to maintain vineyard health, including composting, reducing herbicide use, avoiding synthetic fertilizers, properly managing pH, and applying microbials to improve vine balance. Our integrated pest management program encourages falcons for bird control and canopy management for disease control; as well as block by block monitoring to catch any issues before they have the chance to progress. We’re also committed to farming with as little impact as possible on the ecosystem. This includes documenting wildlife populations, limiting tree removal, establishing wildlife corridors, reducing run-off, protecting stream channels and planting native grasses. Elevate your next event with their culinary program. Since 1973, it has been inspired by the seasonal bounty of their estate fruit and vegetable garden. Their resident chefs continue that tradition by pairing farm-to-table fare with their acclaimed wines for vintner dinners, private events and cooking classes at their Napa winery. Each recipe in their extensive collection is inspired by fresh ingredients from the Cakebread Culinary Garden at their Napa Valley winery, and created by their resident winery chefs Brian Streeter and Thomas Sixsmith to complement their wines.

• Spaces for 12-350 Guests
• 1 Theater
• 1 Event Space
• 6 Total Spaces

The Unitarian Universalist Society of Sacramento (UUSS) is a historic faith community located at 2425 Sierra Boulevard in Sacramento, California, offering its beautifully maintained campus for private events, celebrations, and community gatherings. The facilities include several distinct spaces ranging from an intimate conference room to a full auditorium, accommodating groups from 12 to 350 guests. The Auditorium/Sanctuary seats up to 240 at tables or 350 in theater-style configuration and is equipped with a grand piano, microphones, a stage, and an accessible walkway — well suited for weddings, lectures, concerts, recitals, and memorial services. The Welcome Hall accommodates up to 150 theater-style or 80 at tables, featuring large bay windows, patio access, and a pass-through beverage kitchen. Additional classrooms and multi-purpose rooms serve smaller meetings and breakout sessions. UUSS also offers a fully equipped commercial main kitchen, beautifully landscaped outdoor grounds with patios, a labyrinth, and a meadow. The campus is committed to green sanctuary practices and provides accessible facilities throughout.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

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

Overview Despite being only two stories tall and dwarfed by its surroundings, this dazzling black-and-gold terra cotta building with zigzag modern ornamentation commands attention despite its small size. Morgan, Walls, and Clements, one of the oldest continuously operating architectural firms on the West Coast and a driving force in the development of various forms of revival and moderne architecture in Los Angeles, designed the building. A notable feature of the structure is that it is one of the city's last remaining black-and-gold Art Deco structures, and that it is a scaled-down version of the firm's downtown Richfield building (built in 1928; demolished in 1968). It was originally constructed as a neighborhood branch bank, and it served in this capacity until 1970. The building was originally used as a restaurant/nightclub, and it was later converted into a Christian center. After years of disrepair, the building was beautifully restored and converted into short- and long-term creative office space for rent. It is also available for private parties and special events.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

Chalk Hill Winery is one the most beautiful wineries in all of California, perfectly located in stunning wine country between Napa and Sonoma. Chalk Hill Winery offers gorgeous scenery that would be perfect for your next private event, including weddings, engagement and anniversary celebrations, holiday parties, intimate dinner parties, and more. Chalk Hill Winery is situated on more than 1,300 acres, which includes a winery, a residence, stables, and much more that your guests will want to explore. The private event spaces at Chalk Hill Winery offer opportunities for both indoor and outdoor events, so you can work with our staff to customize the ambiance that works for your celebration vision. And of course, no event at Chalk Hill Winery would be complete without including our delicious wines. Choose a menu that complements your wine choices, and your guests will be thrilled with their experience at your Chalk Hill Winery event.

Acres of sun-soaked hillside vineyards. Beautiful accommodations near downtown Napa top things to do, paired with luxurious amenities. Indulgent spa treatments in the serenity of an underground Estate Cave. The best of Napa Valley’s legendary wineries only moments away. The Vista Collina Resort blends relaxed elegance with warm hospitality to bring you the ultimate vacation experience with exciting Napa activities. With more than 400 wineries, each with its own unique style, setting and history, Napa Valley offers something for everyone. Enjoy the top Napa activities & attractions including unforgettable wine tastings, stunning views and behind-the-scenes tours of wine cellars. Explore this legendary destination, and start planning your journey now with unique things to do in Napa. Contact the Experience Concierge to get started on your best Napa Valley vacation. A spa journey is about reflecting inward and grounding yourself. At Spa Terra, your experience is heightened by wandering beneath their vineyards to experience our tranquil Napa Valley spa, located inside an underground Estate Cave. Relax in the hushed serenity of our unique spa setting, and experience restorative treatments for total relaxation. Choose from their locally sourced menu of offerings, including their cave-inspired stone massage and facials featuring organic ingredients, highlighting Sonoma grown lavender and local organic products. Inspire and delight your attendees in the legendary Napa Valley, where productive meetings pair with world-class wine, warm hospitality and stunning vineyard views. Napa Valley’s most exceptional meeting resort, The Meritage Resort and Spa, is pleased to introduce Vista Collina Resort. Located side by side, the two resorts can host any type of event you can dream of at our meeting rooms in Napa Valley. With sweeping views of Napa Valley from their hillside vineyard setting, Vista Collina Resort offers a luxurious blend of beauty, tranquility, and warm Wine Country Hospitality for your special day. We’ll help you create a Napa vineyard wedding experience that combines your unique wishes with authentic Wine Country ambiance. Vista Collina provides an expert event and conference services team, dedicated to making your big day not only memorable, but effortless at our Napa Valley wedding venues. In addition to assisting with the planning of your ceremony and reception, your event manager can recommend and arrange rehearsal dinners, spa packages for the bridal party, exclusive entertainment options, and special guest room rates for wedding guests. Wedding parties can also enjoy special treatments at Spa Terra including innovative group and couples treatments, or relax in one of our nine tasting rooms before the big day. After the big day, couples can also enjoy the luxury resort with the perfect setting for a relaxing Napa Valley honeymoon.

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

Swallow Creek Ranch is a working cattle ranch and coastal event venue set on 617 acres of rolling hills in Cayucos, California, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The property has deep historical roots, with its centerpiece structure — a restored 1863 dairy barn — serving as the heart of the event experience. The ranch has been in family hands since 1890, when Celestino Filipponi purchased the land for dairy operations; today, his descendants continue ranching and conservation work alongside weddings and private celebrations. Three distinct event spaces accommodate up to 200 guests: the Historic Dairy Barn, a 4,700-square-foot retrofitted reception hall with a dance floor and creek-side deck; the Sea View Meadow, a cypress-lined outdoor ceremony site beside Swallow Creek with ocean views; and the Hilltop Amphitheatre, an open-air stage overlooking the ranch, the Pacific, and Estero Bluffs State Park. Additional getting-ready spaces include a historic creamery bridal suite and a 1969 Airstream trailer. The ranch operates as a full-weekend exclusive venue, with access from Friday through Sunday, and holds a Safe Harbor Agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in recognition of its ongoing habitat restoration and native plant stewardship.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 space at this venue

Even if you're a local, our venue is perfectly situated to hold a delightful 'destination' wedding! All vendors are pre-approved by us, making the planning process a breeze. Choose from a number of different packages. Personal Touch Dining's skilled and educated team manages events at the Ranch, with seasoned event experts that understand the ins and outs of event planning. You'll be in capable hands! Carlsbad, California is the location of our lovely venue. This historic ranch, built in 1939, can accommodate up to 300 guests for weddings, corporate events, and more! It all started with Leo Carrillo, the man himself. In addition to weddings, we also host business functions and retreats, as well as social events, private parties, and other events at the ranch. We'd be delighted to assist you in turning your initial thoughts into a spectacular event! "I like to think that this exemplifies what we're doing here — the new assisting the old, the current conjuring up glorious pictures from the past and continuing traditions so that we can enjoy them now." – Carrillo, Leo

FAZ Restaurants & Catering in San Jose brings Persian-inspired flavors and Mediterranean cooking traditions to the North San Jose tech corridor, located at 181 East Tasman Drive near the Tasman and Zanker intersection. The kitchen operates on a farm-to-table philosophy, sourcing organic produce, meats, and cheeses and finishing dishes in an 800° brick oven. A curated selection of California wines rounds out the dining and event experience. The restaurant accommodates private gatherings through a dedicated private dining room, alongside full catering services for corporate functions and personal celebrations of all sizes. The catering program extends beyond the restaurant walls, delivering Mediterranean menus to offices and event sites across Santa Clara, Milpitas, Sunnyvale, and surrounding Bay Area communities. FAZ serves lunch and dinner Monday through Friday and is available for catering and private dining inquiries throughout the week.