Top Long Beach Experiential Activation Venues

• Spaces for 25 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Meeting Space

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• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Michael's Santa Monica has been a landmark of California cuisine since 1979, when founder Michael McCarty opened the restaurant on Third Street in Santa Monica. One of the early pioneers of market-driven, ingredient-focused cooking in the American West, the restaurant continues to build its menus around local produce and hyper-seasonal ingredients sourced from regional farms and purveyors. The venue offers more than 3,500 square feet of event space, accommodating gatherings from 20 to 350 guests. The property includes two private dining rooms, an enclosed garden area, and a front outdoor dining section — all set within a space that doubles as a working art gallery, with modern works from the McCarty family's collection displayed throughout. Michael's brings together its award-winning wine program, full-service catering, and a dining pedigree spanning four decades to support private events ranging from intimate dinners to large-scale wedding receptions.

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

Established with the conviction that neighborhoods, unique experiences and inspiring places are integral to a life well-traveled, the Palihouse brand has been designed so savvy guests can explore the people and places they visit ‘authentically’ – with style, sophistication and individuality. At Palihouse Santa Monica, discriminating tastemakers and world travelers are empowered to experience the heartfelt expressions of residential-style dwelling when visiting coastal Southern California without having to compromise on location, style, amenities or service. In continuous operation since 1927, Palihouse Santa Monica (formerly The Embassy Hotel Apartments) is an outstanding example of Moorish-influenced Mediterranean Revival Architecture. The hotel dates back to a time when Santa Monica was the last Los Angeles rail stop and travelers from all over the world came for seaside vacations all year round. The building has been meticulously maintained and remains renowned for its elegant exterior ornamentation, lush courtyards and gracious lobby. In 2001, the property was designated a Santa Monica Historic Landmark and in this spirit, we’ve retailored this one-of-a-kind urban lodge to conjure up the ideal pied-a-terre you’ve always imagined. Palihouse Santa Monica takes to heart that few things in life are as transformative as the people and places you encounter when you travel. Because when all is said and done, it’s about the experience. Not a boutique hotel and not a luxury residence, Palihouse offers the best of both.

• Spaces for 15-150 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden is a two-acre historic garden estate in a residential neighborhood of Pasadena, California, available for private events and special celebrations. Designed by renowned landscape architect Kinzuchi Fujii between 1935 and 1940 for Charles and Ellamae Storrier Stearns, it is recognized as the only intact example in the United States of a major Japanese-style garden created for a private residence in the years leading up to World War II. Following a comprehensive restoration completed in 2013 under the direction of Dr. Takeo Uesugi of Cal Poly Pomona, the property was reimagined as a shared space for the community. The garden features a hill-and-pond stroll garden with a 25-foot waterfall, an arched wooden bridge, Japanese granite statuary, and a formal teahouse overlooking the pond — all framed by mature sycamore, oak, and Japanese maple trees. Private event rental provides exclusive use of the entire property, accommodating up to 120 seated guests or 150 for standing receptions. The intimate teahouse is available for smaller gatherings of up to 15. The setting has hosted weddings, corporate retreats, holiday parties, concerts, recitals, and celebrations of life.

The Hollywood Castle is a regal mansion perched atop the Hollywood Hills, overlooking the city. This hidden gem is a one-of-a-kind palatial estate located minutes from the heart of Hollywood, offering breathtaking views and complete solitude. The Hollywood Castle, which is surrounded by lush gardens, has been exquisitely crafted to resemble a real British castle in every way. Hidden away from the general public, this gorgeous hideaway may appear to be an antique, but it is actually a modern structure with cutting-edge sensibilities. One of the many modern luxuries that have been expertly woven into the castle façade is the heated pool and Jacuzzi, among others. For anyone looking for a great location for anything from music videos to reality television, the Hollywood castle is the ideal location. Everyone will find something to their liking at the Hollywood Castle. The solitary setting is ideal for filming, and the hidden location is ideal for anyone who does not want to stray too far from the heart of Hollywood's entertainment industry. This sprawling estate is also ideal for hosting large gatherings or hosting large groups of people. The Hollywood Castle is all set and waiting for you.

• Spaces for 125-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Garden

The Lodge Beverly Hills is a historic hunting lodge built over 110 years ago, set on a secluded property just minutes from the heart of Beverly Hills. Originally part of land acquired in the early 1900s by the Anderson family — developers of the Beverly Hills Hotel — the Lodge served for years as a private hideaway for the hotel's most distinguished guests, who arrived by horseback through canyon pathways to dine beneath towering oak and sycamore trees. Rescued from demolition in 2012 and carefully restored, the property retains its Old Hollywood garden character while welcoming a new generation of private events. The grounds accommodate gatherings from 10 to 125 guests, making the venue equally suited to intimate garden parties and larger seated celebrations. Year-round blooming gardens, mature centennial sycamore and oak trees, and a classic footbridge form the backdrop for weddings, private dinners, photo shoots, and garden parties. The Lodge sits on lower Benedict Canyon Road in Beverly Hills, surrounded by some of the area's most storied historic estates.

• Spaces for 99 Guests
• 1 Meeting Space
• 1 Park

The Griffith Park Visitor Center Auditorium is situated in the heart of Park Center within Griffith Park, one of the largest urban parks in the United States. Located at 4730 Crystal Springs Drive in Los Angeles, the auditorium provides a casual, welcoming setting for meetings, receptions, and special events, accommodating up to 99 guests. Just outside the building, a beautifully landscaped native garden offers additional outdoor gathering space, complete with picnic tables and barbeques. The garden is also home to a striking ceramic mural that traces the history of Griffith Park and pays tribute to two trailblazing Park Rangers who shaped the park's legacy. The auditorium is managed by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, making it an accessible and established choice for private events, community gatherings, and milestone celebrations in the heart of Los Angeles.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Park

Oak Canyon Nature Center is a 58-acre natural park tucked into the Santa Ana foothills of Anaheim Hills, California, where three adjoining canyons meet in a landscape of oak woodland and coastal sage scrub. A year-round stream winds through the property, and four miles of hiking trails trace the ridgelines and canyon floors that surround the event area. The centerpiece for private events is the outdoor amphitheater, set among native coastal oaks and accommodating up to 200 guests for wedding ceremonies. Rentals include four hours of event time, a two-hour rehearsal, use of an on-site sound system, and access to indoor restrooms. The amphitheater features a built-in arch, stage, and tiered seating, framed entirely by natural landscape. Oak Canyon Nature Center is a ceremony-only venue operated by the City of Anaheim; receptions are not permitted on the grounds. The park remains open to the public during events, lending the setting a relaxed, park-like character appropriate to its surroundings.

• Spaces for 160 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces

Welcome to the spectacular Metropol Event Venue in Los Angeles! Our ballrooms provide the ultimate space to celebrate your event and create memories that you’ll never forget. Our banquet halls in Glendale have everything you might need, from seating to tableware to lighting and a stage. With four unique, award-winning ballrooms to choose from and rent, our clients have options for any kind of event. We offer a variety of banquet halls for rent in Los Angeles that vary in capacity from 140 to 450 guests, and each offer fantastic amenities so that you can celebrate in style. Whether you’re looking for a more modern atmosphere or a classical style with romantic architecture, our ballrooms will go above and beyond your expectations. There’s a reason that 60% of people who tour our event venues book their banquet hall rentals with us! Metropol’s Modern Ballroom is reflective of contemporary design, as seen on the exterior of the building—with an equally stunning interior. The Millennium Ballroom is a modern space with beautiful drop-framed crystal chandeliers and an LED-lit, white marble-floored foyer. The Grand Ballroom at Renaissance features stunning European-inspired architecture and décor, while the Crystal Ballroom is ideal for smaller, more intimate occasions. Request a tour to see our ballrooms, and determine for yourself which of our four outstanding Los Angeles banquet hall rentals is right for your event. Weddings Metropol has been recognized as one of the premier wedding venues in Los Angeles! We truly go above and beyond for our couples, providing customizable amenities, incredible catering, five-star service, and guidance with wedding vendors. Our venues create the perfect backdrop for life-long memories to be made. No matter what the size or style of your wedding, we have the perfect ballroom rental for your big day. Each of them includes a dance floor, entertainment stage, LED lighting, sparkling chandeliers, and much more. Corporate Events If you’re looking for a stunning yet professional banquet hall rental for your corporate event, one of our four ballrooms will be exactly what you want. Whether you want an atmosphere that is elegant and timeless or more contemporary and trendy, we have everything you need to pull off a successful event. Fundraising Galas Awards Ceremonies Charity Events Company Luncheons Product Launch Parties Holiday Parties Conferences Team Building Events Filming

• Spaces for 100 Guests

The Appian Way is a family-owned Italian restaurant and event venue located in Orange, New Jersey, serving the region for over 45 years. Situated at 619 Langdon Street, the establishment has built a reputation for award-winning cuisine and attentive service across a wide range of celebrations. Four distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings from intimate dinners of 20 guests to full receptions of up to 300. The Appia Room, The Ballroom, The Crystal Room, and The Dining Room each offer an elegantly appointed setting, while an outdoor Gazebo with fountain provides a scenic backdrop for ceremonies and photos. The venue operates for private events seven days a week. In-house catering anchors every event, with gourmet Italian menus available for weddings, corporate functions, galas, quinceañeras, sweet sixteens, milestone birthdays, and religious celebrations. The Appian Way's combination of fine dining and flexible banquet space has made it a multi-generational destination for events throughout Essex County.

• Spaces for 60-100 Guests
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

West Hollywood is a three story Mediterranean villa featuring 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, office, hardwood floors, 2 fire places and a great room that holds up to 6 tables of 10. This location is perfect for a chic wedding or commitment ceremony, event or home away from home.foot waterfall spills into the ultra private beach entry swimming pool. An outdoor fire pit can be seen from the pool and Jacuzzi. Stunning down town views are to be enjoyed from all living spaces and the roof top deck boasts panoramic views of Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills and Santa Monica. The property is centrally located, and is in walking distance to some of West Hollywood's most popular nigh clubs including: Whisky A Go Go, House of Blues, Skybar, The Roxy and The Viper Room.

The Houdini Estate®, built in the Edwardian manner in the early 1900s, still contains its caverns, underground passages, terraced gardens, and a deep-water tank where he performed his illusions. According to legend, Harry Houdini trained his underwater escapes. The remote home served as the ideal refuge for America's first action hero, Captain America. For the last few years of his life, Houdini utilized the estate's pool to rehearse his incredible feats of escape and deception. He died in the pool in 1926. The property where Houdini's wife, Bess, hosted a memorable party for 500 magicians and lived for ten years after her husband's death still carries the enchantment and mystery of "The Handcuff King." The estate and its gardens have been rebuilt, and visitors may now take use of modern conveniences while still experiencing the grandeur and wonder of Harry Handcuffs Houdini.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The concept began with a simple question: "Where should my party be held?" When that question was posed, the answer was not so straightforward. Something nearby, cute, and affordable where you can put your personal stamp on your celebration was clearly missing from the local party scene. Whimsy Pasadena was created with a lot of vision, love, and thinking. A location to celebrate a special occasion in the most intimate way imaginable outside of your home. We sincerely hope you enjoy it as much as we do. We enjoy spending time with our families, trying new restaurants, and exploring our lovely city of Pasadena when we're not busy scheduling events. 2,000 square feet - in the heart of Old Town Pasadena - beautiful, bright windows for natural light - sandwiched between two free 90-minute parking lots Four rectangular tables, four 60' round tables, four cocktail rounds, and 100 foldable chairs are included in the package. - iPod/iPhone docking station - There are three television sets in the room. - Refrigerator in the prep room - Wireless Internet access -100 folding chairs - Sound System w/ iPhone hookup - Three TV's - Prep room with refrigerator - WIFI

Athena, a restaurant serving traditional Greek cuisine, officially opened its doors to the public! The Athena Restaurant can be found in the middle of Glendale, California, and was created to have an ambience that is comparable to that of an open-air villa in Greece. The restaurant includes seating areas both indoors and outside. Traditional Greek food is served at this brand-new restaurant that spans 9,449 square feet and features private rooms suitable for hosting a variety of occasions. The cuisine places a focus on fine details and fresh fish.

• 1 Event Space

The Tea Rose Garden is a unique place that offers a beautiful tearoom that doubles as an event venue. We have been in business for 20 years in Old Town Pasadena, serving Afternoon Tea and flower arrangements for various events. Our venue can accommodate parties of 10-150 people for a pre-set menu package. The space itself can be configured in a number of diverse ways—according to you liking. The space has a grand piano, twinkle lights, a gorgeous gazebo perfect for reciting vows, cake stands, chivari chairs, 60-inch round tables, and table linens. Our venue is perfect for weddings, tea parties, birthdays, baby showers, wedding showers, engagement parties and more. Inside the venue, there is a full kitchen and staff ready to cater your event. Our event space is available early in the day, midday and after hours. We offer many benefits along with our venue, including cocktail hour in the atrium, valet parking on the weekends, fresh flower arrangements, extreme attention to detail and free consultations. Tea Rose Garden has been established for over 20 years in Old Town Pasadena, serving Afternoon Tea and providing flower arrangements for special events within its cozy corner of 28 S. Raymond Avenue. Grace Kim, the proud owner of Tea Rose Garden, has lavished Debutants, Brides, Mothers, and their daughters, with private parties, showers, etiquette lessons, and the holidays. The charm of this little shop could never be contained among just friends. Families have made it a tradition to invite their students, mentors, and new relations in one of the most respectable venues in Pasadena. After twenty years, we have come to outgrow our humble little shop on S. Raymond and have moved on to a new location at 70 N. Raymond. Just a block up the street from the our original place, we continue to take pride as an established business rooted in Old Town Pasadena.

Located in the popular neighborhood of Glendale the MGM Banquet Hall is one of Glendale’s crown jewels. With a long successful history, we pride ourselves on MGM Banquet Hall being the best of the banquet halls and wedding venues in Glendale since 1990. We can throw parties of up to 300 and each one is treated with the utmost care. We started with a mission to help people make memories and to share the love we feel when we make have incredible celebrations with our own families. Every decision we make is based on making sure that you and your guests have a unique experience that is just how you want it. No concern is too small and no request too large for us to help you plan your party.

• Spaces for 100-700 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor

Hilton Pasadena is a full-service hotel and event venue situated in the heart of Pasadena, California, at 168 South Los Robles Avenue — steps from the Pasadena Convention Center and a short walk from the shops and dining of Old Pasadena. Following a $25 million renovation completed in 2017, the property offers 296 guest rooms alongside 28,574 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, all situated conveniently on a single level. The hotel features 17 dedicated event rooms spanning a range of scales, from intimate boardroom-style breakouts to grand ballroom receptions. The International Ballroom accommodates up to 700 guests for cocktail receptions and 600 for banquets, while the California Ballroom serves groups of up to 360. An outdoor ceremony patio provides a setting for open-air ceremonies of up to 100 guests. Events at Hilton Pasadena are supported by an in-house catering team, state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment with onsite AV assistance, and a dedicated Event and Catering Team. Valet parking and a complimentary two-mile shuttle round out the venue's services for guests.

• Spaces for 40-1,232 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Theater
• 4 Total Spaces

Located in the heart of downtown, Ambassador Auditorium is an intimate performance hall notable for its architectural style, which includes soaring 72-foot quartz columns that lead up to a ceiling of Italian mosaic tiles embellished with 24-karat gold trim. It is housed on the historic Ambassador College campus in Pasadena, California, and is open to the public. The front of this architectural masterpiece has been set back and embellished with windows that span the entire height of the building. In the courtyard space, where beautiful weddings are held, visitors are treated to a breathtaking view of the auditorium. A stunning and one-of-a-kind fountain serves as the focal point of the space, situated in the middle of a meandering promenade that runs in front of the entrance and is surrounded by glittering water. Beautiful flower beds and plants surround the stunning wedding site atop a bridge, adding a splash of color and natural beauty to whatever direction it is looked in. The Ambassador Auditorium is a beautiful setting to begin your life together as a married couple.