Top Long Beach Experiential Activation Venues

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Allies Creator Studio is a raw industrial boutique space located in South Park, Downtown Los Angeles, blocks from LA Live, the Fashion District, and Gallery Row. Founded by Felix Arguelles and Tanya Arguelles, the studio was designed as a creative hub for independent artists, startups, and corporate teams seeking an alternative to conventional event venues. The 3,000-square-foot space features a 25-foot ceiling height, a 13-foot storefront window with natural light and blackout capability, a fully functional kitchen, makeup and changing areas, and ground-floor access with an active driveway for easy load-in and load-out. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and a sound system are included with bookings. The studio hosts corporate events, product launches, workshops, pop-up shops, photography and film productions, and private celebrations. From concept through completion, the Allies team works with clients to plan and execute events across all of these formats.

• Spaces for 10-220 Guests
• 8 Hotels
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 8 Total Spaces

We recognize that your love story is one-of-a-kind, and so should your wedding. That's why, instead of wedding packages, we've replaced them with wedding planners, creating a more personalized experience for your perfect Southern California wedding. In our exquisite settings, which offer a more intimate, refined experience than other wedding venues in Southern California, we've included all the extras to make your special day even more extraordinary. So tell us about your dream, and we'll make it a reality. Ayres Hotels offers exquisite indoor and outdoor event venues where friends and family congregate in breathtaking destinations from Anaheim to Los Angeles, Paso Robles to Costa Mesa, whether arranging the perfect proposal, an intimate wedding reception, or a lovely honeymoon. Our California wedding venues provide European-inspired décor and elegance, as well as inventive catering, audiovisual, and magnificent courtyards and pool areas for outdoor celebrations. Our wedding planners will assist you in planning every detail so that the days leading up to the big day go off without a hitch. Explore venues by clicking on a destination above, or start preparing by submitting a request for proposal. All Ayres Hotels locations offer group room blocks if your guests are searching for a convenient and luxurious place to stay near your wedding ceremony or event area. Allow our experts to assist you with every aspect of the preparation process, from booking a hotel block to organizing local activities for your wedding party.

• Spaces for 50-1,250 Guests
• 2 Bars
• 4 Event Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

DTLA is the rising home of nightlife & Exchange LA is one of the city's premier destinations. Voted Nightclub of the Year at the Nightclub & Bar Awards '15 Exchange LA is located in the former Los Angeles Stock Exchange Building, which dates back to 1929. With renovations complete the new-look begins almost immediately with 12-foot bronze doors at the entrance welcoming the next generation of Angelinos to the party!

• Spaces for 50-750 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 6 Hotels
• 6 Total Spaces

Balboa Bay Resort, nestled along the scenic California coastline, offers a luxurious Mediterranean-inspired setting for weddings in Southern California and the surrounding area. We invite you to walk down the aisle against a backdrop of sunshine on our beach and bay front lawns, or to host your reception in our Grand Ballroom or waterfront event spaces. Flexible meeting space and a courteous staff make our resort an excellent choice for both business and personal events. With an intimate setting along the Newport coast, we provide professional Newport Beach event planning and execution, as well as outstanding catering services to our clients and their guests. Our indoor and outdoor meeting space in Newport Beach includes ballrooms, a bay front lawn, and numerous private rooms with attached terraces where you can take in the breathtaking views of the Newport Harbor and surrounding islands. Outside catering from a variety of highly regarded companies is also welcome. Our culinary team can create the perfect menu for you, or you can bring your own. Allow us to turn your dreams into a reality with our exquisite Newport Beach wedding venues, which can accommodate everything from small ceremonies to large celebrations. The finest 5-star service is provided by our distinguished staff for the most lavish affair – no matter how large or small, formal or informal. No matter how you envision your wedding day, the professional wedding staff at Balboa Bay Resort will make certain that your needs are met and your wishes are realized.

Private Parties and Gatherings The Palm is the perfect venue for any occasion. It is crucial to us that your event is immaculate from beginning to end, whether you are toasting family and friends or welcoming significant clients. From the cuisine to the ambiance to the table settings, our skilled event specialists and committed team will assist you in planning and executing every part of your gathering to ensure that it hits all of the right notes. Your guests are awaiting your arrival. You have a vision, and we have the experience to bring it to reality. We look forward to working with you. Are you closing a big deal, organizing a rehearsal dinner, celebrating an anniversary, or just hanging out with your pals and having a good time? Please allow us to take care of the details so that you can rest and enjoy time with your guests! In order to create the best backdrop for your party, we'll assist you in selecting the ideal private dining location or small family table for you. Make arrangements for your wedding. Your event will be a time-honored and wonderful experience, regardless of how small and private or enormous and extravagant it is. From the ceremony through the reception, and from customized menus, bar packages, and adjustable floorplans to tableside ordering the day of the event - including steak temperatures – our goal is to exceed every client's expectations.. Leave the planning and coordination to us, and you can concentrate on the wonder of your celebration instead.

We have an incredible selection of one-of-a-kind venues perfect for almost any type of event! Our skilled Events Team would be pleased to show you around our offerings and assist you in finding the ideal venue for you, whether you have 20 or over 1200 guests. From gourmet sit-down meals, passing hors d'oeuvres, and exquisite Grazing Tables to barbecues, buffets, and expertly made custom offerings from our Master Alchemists, we have a wide selection of great dining and cocktail menus. Our bars offer the highest-quality handcrafted cocktails, as well as specialty beers, wines, and Champagne to suit every occasion! We recommend that you look through the locations on our website to have a better understanding of the types of spaces and venues that are available to fulfill your needs. Full production services, including world-class lighting, sound, projection, and entertainment, are available in-house. From fortune tellers and picture booths to aerialists, magicians, contortionists, and mermaids, Valet parking, specialty activations, and innovative Casting concepts are all accessible.

• 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.

• Spaces for 110-175 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Rooftop
• 1 Event Space

Located in the heart of downtown's Fashion District, California Market Center is the hub of LA's fashion and creative communities, home to showrooms, events, creative offices, and businesses catering to the DTLA community. Built in 1962 by the Morse family as the first wholesale fashion marketplace west of the Mississippi, “California Mart” quickly became the primary center for fashion business in Los Angeles. Now comprising three towers that span more than 1.8 million square feet, CMC has a proud history in the global fashion industry as the heartbeat of LA’s fashion intersection. Acquired by Brookfield Properties in 2018, CMC is in the midst of an exciting $170-million redevelopment. As of January 2020, fashion showrooms and events have a new home in the CMC’s newly renovated Building C while Buildings A & B close to the public for renovation, relaunching in 2021 as a revitalized, mixed-use campus. The new CMC will build on an incredible legacy of passion and collaboration as it welcomes the next century’s creative visionaries.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Best wishes on your engagement! We're ecstatic that you're thinking of Summit House Restaurant for Your Special Day! The Summit House is decorated in the style of a charming English Country Manor, with carved high beam ceilings, quaint fireplaces, and floor to ceiling windows that assist to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Our friendly personnel will attend to your every need along the road, ensuring that your special day is remembered by not only you, but also your guests. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Orange County and the San Bernardino Mountains from the Summit House and our surrounding decks. The beautiful Vista Park, adjacent to the Grand Summit Ballroom, is the PERFECT setting for your garden wedding ceremony and those amazing photos. Our Grand Summit Ballroom can accommodate up to 250 guests for receptions. The Queens room, which has its own attached patio (great for cocktails or smaller ceremonies) is excellent for smaller, more intimate gatherings of up to 60 people. We look forward to assisting you in transforming your personal wishes into unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

• Spaces for 70 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Designers, celebrities, singers, and performers all rely on us to provide clever business space for their most critical meetings and events, and we're used to satisfying their needs. Whether you're negotiating a major contract, planning a networking reception, or simply toasting a recent agreement, you can count on easy planning and execution. You'll also appreciate our convenient West Hollywood location. The Ahmanson Theater, the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, the Greek Theatre, the Hollywood Bowl, and much more are all just a short distance away. You're right in the middle of it all, yet without the noise. Turn to Le Parc Suite Hotel for assistance with everything from your engagement dinner party to the day-after brunch when organizing your perfect day in Los Angeles. Exclusive group prices for wedding room blocks, specialized catering menus, and luxury facilities will delight your out-of-town guests. We can also help with engagement parties, wedding showers, and bachelor parties. Our wedding event venues are handicapped accessible. The adaptable event room at Le Parc Suite Hotel in handy West Hollywood offers the best in business and social venues, with state-of-the-art audio-visual services and Wi-Fi Internet connection. To get your special event started, please fill out the form below. The amazing refurbishment of the Le Parc Suite Hotel honors the local art community while also commemorating West Hollywood's diversity. Le Parc combines the city's design forward ethos with residential-style accommodations, making it a well-known getaway for emerging stars and trendsetting personalities. Our new LOVE mural, created by Free Essence Fine Art's large-format fine artist Scott Hile, captures the spirit of Le Parc Suites. The 154 spacious apartments at Le Parc start at 550 square feet and include private balconies, kitchenettes, and fireplaces, making it difficult to leave for you and all of your guests!

• Spaces for 500 Guests
• 1 Country Club

LAAC customizes wedding packages to meet each couple's unique and particular taste, with 5 unique venue areas (including a magnificent rooftop and a huge ballroom), an on-site hotel, and a range of dining options. The Los Angeles Athletic Club has been dedicated to its objective of caring for the body, mind, and soul of its members for over 125 years. Our private club features cutting-edge sporting and wellness facilities, award-winning restaurants and bars, luxurious meeting, conference, and hotel rooms, as well as a variety of social, business, and athletic activities. A wedding in a private club is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The classic John Parkinson-designed Los Angeles Athletic Clubhouse has numerous places for a wedding ceremony and celebration. Rich, exquisite woodwork, crystal chandeliers, magnificent banquet seats, and a huge two-story ceiling highlight our stunning ballroom. The Club's private rooftop location boasts one of the best views of the downtown cityscape in the city. The Olympic Lounge is decorated in a classic, timeless style that matches the ballroom but also stands alone for a classic cocktail reception or a private, romantic ceremony. Host your guests in one of LA's most well-known private bars, Invention Lounge, which is famed for both its award-winning beverages and its rich décor and experienced bartenders.

The Battleship USS Iowa Museum is a waterfront event location in the Port of Los Angeles (San Pedro), in Long Beach, where you can have a special event, meeting, picnic, party, or outing for you and your guests. Whether in the peaceful shade of her vast capacity fantail or more private spots like as our verandas and inside officer's room, the ship delivers a wonderful experience for you and your special event guests to celebrate on her teak decks. The Battleship USS Iowa landed at the Los Angeles Waterfront in 2012 and is an important part of the navy nautical heritage of Los Angeles and Long Beach. You and your friends can now make your own memories aboard this proud and historic navy battleship. The battleship USS Iowa is a testament to American ingenuity and engineering innovation, and her crew cordially invites you and your special event guests to celebrate on her teak decks, whether in the quiet shade of her officer's verandas, her stately officer's spaces, or on the large capacity covered fantail. Onboard the Battleship USS Iowa, groups of all sizes are easily accommodated, and your private or public event visitors will cherish their memories and experience with you aboard the Battleship of Presidents for a long time. Three US Presidents, Fleet Admirals William "Bull" Halsey, Ernest J. King, and William D. Leahy, as well as Army Generals George C. Marshall and Harold "Hap" Arnold, walked along the same teak decks and inner passages as your guests. Tours can be arranged in conjunction with your special event by your guests. They will be awestruck by the IOWA's 16-inch main guns, explore the crew mess decks, and take bedside photos where FDR slept during the historic Tehran Conference. Your unique event aboard the IOWA will be remembered by your guests for a long time!

The Palm Sophia Rooftop is a beautiful and sophisticated event and filming area that is located in the middle of Culver City. The neighboring main room has the privilege of having forty percent of its walls and glass doors that can fully accordion away to connect to fresh air for your comfort. In addition, we have a huge outdoor area and a rooftop space (can also be closed). The breathtaking rooftop is the crown gem of our three-story structure that has a total of 17,000 square feet of flexible creative space. We are happy to accommodate filming and photography shoots, in addition to providing a full-service event department for pop-up shops, weddings, mitzvahs, religious ceremonies, birthday parties, and corporate as well as entertainment events of any size. In addition to this, one of our primary focuses is catering to the needs of our religious community for religious events. Large-scale gatherings are well within our capabilities. In addition, we like playing host to filmmaking and picture shoots. In addition, we offer planning and design services for weddings and other events (outside planners are always welcome).

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

• Spaces for 16-110 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 4 Total Spaces

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.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Theater

Whether it’s a state-of-the-art meeting, big screen presentation, birthday party, wedding rehearsal, or just for fun, our hospitality team will make your next event one to remember.

As the tallest building west of Chicago, InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown forever elevates the city skyline. Located in the epicenter of downtown Los Angeles, near Staples Center and L.A. Live, InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown leads the way as the new architectural icon of luxury hospitality. The hotel features 889 guest rooms including 110 suites, and a myriad of culinary venues: La Boucherie is an elegant steakhouse with a French twist, featuring discreet, intimate private dining and VIP booths with floor-to-ceiling privacy screens that offer panoramic views of the L.A. skyline to accommodate discerning guests. Perched atop InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown’s 73rd floor is Spire 73 – the tallest open-air bar in the Western Hemisphere. Dekkadance, located on the 69th floor, offers a unique farm-to-fork international marketplace. Sora is an intimate sushi and omakase restaurant offering a refined menu of fresh-cut sushi and prepared dishes presented on the sky-view conveyor belt. Located on the 70th floor, the Lobby Lounge offers guests an upscale lounge experience with a vodka bar at night, serving light snacks, burgers and sandwiches.

There's a reason you know about it. Our crew at Hotel Ziggy is excited to show you around West Hollywood and the legendary Sunset Strip, which we call home. At Hotel Ziggy, where a celebration of the Sunset Strip's rebellion and ingenuity that defined the music industry continues, the energy is new, but the spirit is not. It's LA's newest music venue, pizza parlor, and the only boutique hotel in West Hollywood with a saltwater pool. It was here that legends were born and groupies were entertained. Please come as you are. Make your own music and memories, then get ready to rock. On Sunset, relax poolside or spin your own tunes from your comfortable WeHo pad. At Ziggy's lively pool scene and hot new restaurant, B-Side, DJ sets and live music are paired with pizza, drinks, and good vibes. When inspiration strikes, Ziggy's Shred Shed, as well as the workout center, are both available. Tuck yourself into a posh poolside retreat that transports you to a world of revolt and life-changing music. There's something for everyone, whether it's totally remodeled suites or poolside guest rooms that double as VIP cabanas. At B-Side Pizza, where the playlist is as on-point as the menu, pizza and pints create their own melody. Classic breakfast dishes to fuel your jam sessions, creative cocktails to turn up the volume on life, salads for the California kids, juicy burgers, and West Hollywood's greatest pizza are all available all day. Reach out today to learn more about this classically cool Sunset Strip spot.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Whether you are planning an intimate dinner for friends, a corporate luncheon or an extravagant soirée, The Lincoln Speakeasy's best-in-class service and venue will guarantee that your event will be a success. It has custom architectural details, acoustic paneling, beautifully appointed bar, and comfortable white couches. The Annex is a comfortable gathering place perfect for socializing, having a lite bite to eat, or for break out sessions. With red velvet furnishings and low furniture it is a favorite location among guests. The Outdoor Patio is flanked by plants, bamboo, lanterns, and fairy lights. High-top tables and stools make it an ideal place to escape the indoors. Style: Banquet Hall/Restaurant, Hotel/Resort, Private Club, Outdoor, Modern. The rental fee ranges from $1,000 to $5,000 for a reception and includes 6 hours of event time excluding set up and clean up time. There is a food and beverage minimum applied to all events. The set up fee for a ceremony ranges from $500 to $2,500 and includes an extra hour of event time. Additional hours can be arranged for a fee of $500/hr. A security deposit is required to secure the date. Please inquire with the venue for full buyout pricing details. Features: Max Number of People for an Event: 200 Number of Event/Function Spaces: 3 Special Features: Access to the venue is through a secret entrance behind a hotel. Venue inspections are by appointment only. Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 1,000 Year Renovated: 2016 Amenities: Full Bar/Lounge Fully Equipped Kitchen Handicapped Accessible On-Site Catering Service Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi Bride's dressing area Groom's dressing area Tables and chairs provided Outdoor lighting Security Venue set up and clean up Overnight accommodations available Day-of coordinator Champagne toast Complimentary bridal suite Valet or public parking for a fee Welcome guest gifts Restrictions: All food and beverage handled by venue Food & beverage minimum Valet parking or shuttle service required Venue must approve all decorations No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc. Catering provided by venue Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors Smoking outside only Alcohol must be provided by venue Music must end by midnight Best type of celebrations: Birthday party Dinner party LGBT weddings Social event Wedding ceremony Wedding reception

• Spaces for 60-250 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 3 Total Spaces

WHERE YOUR DREAM CAN COME TRUE We'll make your fantasy wedding a reality at Whiskey Red's. Our sophisticated event spaces, outdoor patios, and ceremony gazebo all have breathtaking views of the bay. Our knowledgeable and helpful staff will assist you with planning, food, flower arrangements, entertainment, and more to ensure that your event runs successfully. Whiskey Red's is the perfect place to start your Happily Ever After.' Dock your boat and cruise past Whiskey Red's, a family-owned restaurant in the beautiful Fisherman's Village in Marina del Rey, the world's largest man-made yacht basin. Whiskey Red's is tucked away on the west side of the channel, just before the open sea, with a large patio and unimpeded views of the deep blue Pacific. Learn about the Whiskey Red's that the locals adore for its laid-back vibes, attentive service, stunning vistas, and delicious local seafood. Whiskey Red's features floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views from every seat in the house, private event rooms, several patios, comfy fire pits, TVs, validated parking, and a hardworking workforce dedicated to offering the best possible experience.