Top California Gala Venues

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Cameron Park Lake is a man-made recreational lake established in 1951, situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills community of Cameron Park, California, and managed by the Cameron Park Community Services District since 1975. Located at 2989 Cambridge Road, the lake and its surrounding grounds offer a scenic lakeside setting for private gatherings, weddings, birthday parties, and corporate picnics year-round. The venue offers a covered gazebo area and two adjacent picnic areas — Picnic Area A and Picnic Area B — all with picnic tables and views of the water. A 1.1-mile walking path circles the shoreline, and the grounds also include a disc golf course, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, a playground, and catch-and-release fishing areas, giving guests room to explore between event activities. Reservations are handled through the Cameron Park Community Services District office at 2502 Country Club Drive. Renters are required to carry liability insurance and submit their application at least 30 days prior to the event date.

The Queen Wilhelmina Garden, located beneath the majestic Dutch (North) windmill at the west end of Golden Gate Park, has been entertaining visitors since the 1900s. The garden is named after Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands, who is famous for reigning longer than any previous Dutch monarch. The Dutch Bulb Growers' Association donates flower bulbs every year. The garden's tulips are a major attraction for tourists and wedding groups alike, and are best seen between March 15 and April 15. The lack of the option of amplified music is a requirement for securing a wedding date at the Queen Wilhelmina Garden. This means you will have to come up with different ways to include music in your ceremony or reception, like as hiring live musicians or using light recorded sound - like a 'boom box.' QUEEN WILHELMINA GARDEN WEDDING CEREMONY PACKAGES Golden Gate Park is a lovely and romantic setting for a wedding celebration. We have teamed up with San Francisco Weddings, an all-inclusive wedding planning company, to make your big day at Golden Gate Park a memorable one. We provide a variety of Queen Wilhelmina Garden Wedding Ceremony options, including everything from permits to flowers. SF STANDARD The Ceremony Month-Of Preparation Package is designed for couples who have completed the majority of their wedding planning and would like a professional to come in and tie up loose ends, confirm specifics, and conduct their ceremony. RED ESSENTIALS The Ceremony Month-of-Planning Package includes vendors for the busy couple that needs month-of assistance as well as the essential vendors for a simple ceremony. GOLD SIGNATURE The Ceremony Month-Of Planning Package includes suppliers for the busy couple who needs month-of assistance and all the bells and whistles to complete their ceremony.

• Spaces for 60 Guests

• Spaces for 100 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 12-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 1 Historic Space

Empress Tavern occupies a subterranean dining room beneath Sacramento's historic Crest Theatre, in a cavernous space created in the 19th century when the city's street level was raised to address flooding. Located at 1013 K Street in downtown Sacramento, the venue is operated by Alchemist CDC as part of its culinary workforce development mission. Three distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings ranging from intimate dinners to receptions of 200. The Chef's Table seats up to 12 guests with a direct sightline into the open kitchen — well suited for private tastings and business dinners. The Bar & Lounge, set against a backdrop of striking orchid wallpaper, hosts cocktail receptions and fundraisers for up to 60 standing guests. The Main Dining Room accommodates up to 150 seated or 200 standing, with optional privacy screens for medium to large groups. Private events are supported by rotating chef-driven menus, from the Queen's Omakase tasting experience to family-style shared service and cocktail party menus. Catering from Empress Tavern is also available for events in the adjacent Crest Theatre.

• Spaces for 600 Guests

• Spaces for 150 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Field & Pond is an 80-acre country estate set in the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills outside Winters, California. The property centers on a 1910 California Craftsman Guest Lodge surrounded by California native gardens, a large pond, an orchard, and an olive grove — a working landscape that gives the estate its name and its character. The estate accommodates wedding weekends, retreats, and private events in meadow and garden settings with sweeping countryside views. The property is permitted for up to 20 events annually, with the expectation that gatherings will feel intimate against the backdrop of open fields and historic structures that have shaped the land for more than a century.

• Spaces for 2,000 Guests
• 1 Resort
• 1 Theater

Pala Casino Spa Golf Resort is a full-scale gaming, entertainment, and hospitality destination situated on the Pala Indian Reservation in northern San Diego County, accessible via I-5, I-15, and Highway 76. Owned and operated by the Pala Band of Mission Indians — comprised of the Cupeño and Luiseño peoples — the resort opened in April 2001 and has grown over 25 years into one of Southern California's premier event destinations, earning the AAA Four-Diamond Award for 15 consecutive years. The resort features a Las Vegas-style casino, nine restaurants, two lounges, a luxury hotel, five pools, two hot tubs, and 14 cabanas. For live events and private gatherings, Pala offers its indoor 2,000-seat Pala Events Center and the outdoor Starlight Theater, accommodating everything from concerts and headline entertainment to corporate events and private celebrations.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

• Spaces for 12-350 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is a waterfront event venue and working museum situated in the heart of the Santa Barbara Harbor, at 113 Harbor Way. Dedicated to preserving and celebrating the coastal and maritime history of the Santa Barbara Channel, SBMM offers a distinctive setting where sweeping views of the harbor, ocean, and Riviera form the backdrop for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. Four rental spaces accommodate events of a wide range of sizes, from intimate gatherings of 12 in the fourth-floor Crow's Nest to full-museum buyouts that seat up to 150 and welcome as many as 250 standing guests. The main floor and mezzanine anchor the full museum experience, while the Upper Patio — available exclusively for evening events — offers open-air harbor views. The Munger Theater seats up to 60 guests in a dedicated screening and lecture configuration. All rentals include tables, chairs, and A/V equipment, and the museum permits guests to bring their own caterer or alcohol with no corkage fee, subject to SBMM catering and licensing policies. Rental availability spans from 8:00 a.m. to midnight.

The Oakland Scottish Rite Center is located on the banks of lovely Lake Merritt, just a short distance from downtown San Francisco. It is the ideal location for corporate meetings, banquets, concerts, and fairytale weddings, with seating for up to 1500 people. In Oakland, California, the Oakland Scottish Rite Center is a wedding venue. This historic building, which combines tradition and innovation, provides an exceptional backdrop for weddings and other special celebrations. Couples and their guests will appreciate the opulent furnishings, friendly staff, breathtaking vistas, and possibilities to create lasting wedding memories. Facilities and Capacity This venue offers a variety of services to help clients realize their wedding dreams, whether they are small gatherings or large galas. Their rooms, which range in size from 10 to 300 seated guests, can accommodate gatherings of 10 to 300 people. With seating for up to 1,250 people and full audiovisual capabilities, the Grand Auditorium is a remarkable location for nuptials. The Grand Ballroom, which can seat up to 720 people, is ideal for events with large guest lists. This 10,400-square-foot space features a sumptuous ambiance, a full stage, and two projector screens for clients to display their one-of-a-kind love. Services Offered The Oakland Scottish Rite Center is an excellent choice for wedding showers, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. The personnel at this location is eager to assist in any way they can in order to enable couples and their guests have a memorable event. Tables, chairs, dishware, and flatware are available for use on site during events. Furthermore, the team is pleased to collaborate with other vendors and suppliers to ensure that each client's dream wedding is realized.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

The Club at Pasadera offers event spaces for your next celebration in Monterey, California.

677 Nimes Road Property offers event spaces for your next celebration in Los Angeles, California.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 350 Guests

Diamond Banquet Hall & Catering is a full-service event venue located at 10 Hegenberger Road in Oakland, California. The hall is designed to host a wide range of celebrations — from weddings, quinceañeras, and bar mitzvahs to birthday parties, graduation parties, family reunions, holiday gatherings, and corporate meetings. The banquet hall features a spacious main hall with elegant chandelier lighting, a dedicated dancing area, and a flexible layout that supports a variety of table configurations and décor arrangements. In-house catering is available, with chefs experienced in Mexican, Italian, Mediterranean, Pakistani, Indian, and international cuisines. Services include buffet setup, linen, decorations, fruit and candy displays, wait staff, cleanup, and on-site parking.

• Spaces for 70 Guests