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• Spaces for 100-350 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Host your next event with the world famous Maritime Museum of San Diego – A spectacular waterfront location on beautiful San Diego Bay. Pirate Parties, San Diego Weddings, Corporate Events, Sailing Charters, Team Building Events, and so much more, Maritime Museum of San Diego creates memories that last forever. The Maritime Museum of San Diego makes her historic ships available for your next event in a truly iconic setting. The museum provides an event coordinator to assist with the planning and preparation of your special event. The venue staff will help to ensure an incredible experience that is both unique and memorable. Whether you’re planning a wedding and or reception, corporate event, birthday party, sailing charter, corporate team building event, or a celebration of life, Maritime Museum of San Diego's event planning team will assist you with all of your event planning needs.

• Spaces for 50-700 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

With spectacular views, delectable cuisine and impeccable service, Peohe's Coronado Waterfront specializes in hosting unforgettable affairs, including rehearsal dinners, weddings, corporate events, group meetings, holiday parties and other social occasions. Peohe's distinction for making group events memorable may only be surpassed by their reputation for flawless execution. The staff and management at Peohe's are committed to guest service and satisfaction, and the praises and feedback they receive from their guests and clients is a testament to that commitment. Peohe’s Coronado Waterfront can accommodate any size, up to 700 guests, with a full restaurant buyout. For smaller groups, they offer non-exclusive dining areas with beautiful bay and skyline views. For larger groups they have private dining facilities in their beautiful glass-enclosed patio featuring San Diego’s ultimate panoramic skyline and bay view. Peohe's is the perfect setting for a waterfront wedding reception. With such spectacular views of the skyline and bay, there is not a more romantic or beautiful spot for such a memorable occasion. Wedding packages include a champagne or cider toast, butler passed hors d'oeuvres, soup or salad, entree, coffee, tea and soda and liquor, depending on which package you select.

• Spaces for 75 Guests

At Coronado Landing Park, recite your vows, blow out your birthday candles, reunite your entire family, or simply assemble your best friends for a sunset dinner party with wine. Throughout the year, the park is available for special event rentals no matter what you are celebrating. Coronado Landing Park's vibrant beachfront serves as the ideal setting for unforgettable celebrations. Take a ferry ride from downtown San Diego to Coronado Landing Park. Guests can enjoy a picture-perfect view of San Diego's gleaming skyline and vibrant waterfront at this popular venue. Coronado Landing Park can accommodate up to 75 guests for a wedding ceremony. The Port of San Diego is a specifically constituted region that serves the people of California by balancing different uses along 34 miles of San Diego Bay, including five towns. The Port maintains a varied portfolio to produce income that support important public services and amenities while collecting no tax funds.

• Spaces for 50-1,000 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 3 Outdoor Spaces

Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa's exquisite spaces provide a spectacular environment for weddings and special gatherings. Their ceremony sites showcase the resort's laid-back charm while also providing breathtaking views. There are 21 gorgeous event locations at the Coronado Island hotel, including romantic beachside alternatives and stunning indoor ballrooms. Their lovely outdoor settings, which overlook the Bay, can accommodate up to 500 guests for wedding receptions. The outdoor locations have beautiful views of the Coronado Bridge and San Diego. Allow soft breezes from the Bay to round off your stunning sunset ceremony. The Coronado Ballroom, which has just been refurbished, is a stylish wedding location that can accommodate up to 1,000 guests. Work with the event planners at the Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa to create a unique package that meets all of your needs, from venue to food. The expert catering crew at the Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa can create a delicious personalized cuisine for your special occasion. Each of their newly remodeled event venues features cutting-edge audiovisual technology.

• 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.

• Spaces for 100-3,000 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

Tidelands Park has a small beach, sports grounds, picnic sites, and plenty of open space for outdoor activities. The park also has a lovely bike route that runs from the Silver Strand to the Old Ferry Landing, providing tourists with breathtaking views of San Diego's lively coastline. Its playground is regarded as a model of accessible design for disabled people. Coronado Tidelands Park has a small beach, sports fields, and plenty of open area for a variety of outdoor activities and celebrations. The park also has a lovely bike route that runs from the Silver Strand to the Old Ferry Landing, providing tourists with breathtaking views of San Diego's lively coastline. Coronado Tidelands Park can accommodate up to 3,000 people for special events and weddings. The Port of San Diego is a specifically constituted region that serves the people of California by balancing different uses along 34 miles of San Diego Bay, including five towns. The Port maintains a varied portfolio to produce income that support important public services and amenities while collecting no tax funds.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Garden Wedding Of Your Dreams... The Japanese Friendship Garden is an authorized museum by the American Alliance of Museums. Japanese Friendship Garden’s precious plants and garden elements are part of its museum collection. In order to protect and maintain the integrity of the Garden, Japanese Friendship Garden may organize just a few private events each year. Tucked away in the heart of San Diego's historic Balboa Park, the Japanese Friendship Garden is a stunningly beautiful site. The lush woods and tall bamboo provide a truly personal and wonderful environment for private occasions. The Japanese Friendship garden contains winding walks and traditional Japanese garden features, including koi ponds, waterfalls, bonsai, cherry trees and wisteria arbors. To protect the garden’s living exhibition, Japanese Friendship Garden limits the amount of activities held each year. We are now scheduling events for 2023! The Japanese Friendship Garden mixes flair and beauty in the perfect setting for your big day. Expansive gardens offer venues for intimate ceremonies to sophisticated celebrations, and photo possibilities you'll never forget. Also, we accept receptions till 12 AM! The new Inamori Pavilion is spectacular with the conveniences of the interior, yet tying in the beautiful surroundings with its two walls of glass sliding doors that open out onto a deck over the sea. Explore the quiet elegance, winding walks, peaceful waterfall, Koi ponds, and more stunning features of the Japanese Friendship Garden! Give us a call, shoot us an email, or visit or website to learn more about your wedding!

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• Spaces for 150-175 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

No general admission fee is required to visit the Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA), which is located in historic Balboa Park, and visitors are encouraged to make a donation in lieu of paying admission. MOPA is made accessible to everyone through this voluntary contribution policy, which is based on how much one wishes to contribute. The parking lots along Space Theater Way are available for patrons, and on-street parking is available along Park Blvd. Because parking can be difficult during peak hours or during events, additional parking lots are strategically placed throughout Balboa Park to accommodate visitors. From the parking lots to various points throughout Balboa Park, a free tram service is available from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with extended hours during the summer months, with extended hours during the winter months. MFA (Museum of Fine Arts in Photography) The Museum of Photographic Arts, located in the heart of Balboa Park, provides a picture-perfect setting for visitors to enjoy exclusive access to world-renowned photography as well as the Park's historic splendor. The atrium of the Museum is designed in a minimalist style, with dramatic ceilings, skylights, and terrazo flooring throughout. The Museum of Photographic Arts in San Diego, which is located in the heart of Balboa Park, is a picture-perfect venue that provides visitors with exclusive access to world-renowned photography as well as the Park's historic splendor. MOPA's elegant setting is ideal for hosting private parties, corporate gatherings, wedding receptions, and fundraising events of all kinds. View our photo gallery of images from previous events at MOPA. You can get the PDF guide here. Do you want to see the space right now? Call Melissa Pfeiffer at (619) 238-7559 ext. 290 for more information. More information about Picture Perfect Events or to schedule a tour of the venue can be obtained by contacting Mopa's Special Events Department at events@mopa.org or (619) 238-7559 ext. 290.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

THE SAN DIEGO HISTORY CENTER, located in historic Balboa Park, offers entertaining exhibitions that will complement any event, party, or celebration. Our museum features a large Atrium, Theater, Conference Room, and nine galleries in a lovely and expansive setting. Weddings, cocktail parties, social hours, meetings, and fundraisers are all possible at the museum. An event at the San Diego History Center means celebrating and enjoying the company of coworkers, friends, and family while surrounded by our exquisite location. It is strongly recommended, but not needed, to hire a wedding organizer. You are investing in professional experience and peace of mind by doing so. Weddings are not coordinated on-site at the History Center. We're happy to collaborate with a trusted network of Preferred Caterers who are required to provide food, beverage, and bar service for your event. All of our Preferred Caterers provide our clients with the greatest level of service, adhere to museum catering regulations, and are properly licensed.

• Spaces for 40-500 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Museums
• 5 Total Spaces

The San Diego Museum of Art is the oldest, largest, and most visited art museum in the region. The San Diego Museum of Art is a notable cultural resource, displaying works of art from all over the world, with an encyclopedic collection of more than 20,000 artifacts. The Museum, which is located in the heart of Balboa Park, is a unique destination where you can learn about San Diego's natural beauty, history, art, and culture. The Spanish Colonial-style building of the San Diego Museum of Art, which opened in 1926, was inspired by the 1915 Panama-California international exposition. Corporate events, private parties, weddings, seminars, and meetings can all be held in the Museum's indoor galleries and outdoor sculpture court and garden. The May S. Marcy Sculpture Garden is offered for private wedding ceremonies and is open to the public. The San Diego Museum of Art is pleased to announce a collaboration with PEP Creative to provide beautiful, stress-free interior and outdoor wedding ceremonies.

• Spaces for 80-350 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces

The Prado is a National Historic Landmark in Balboa Park. After a comprehensive renovation and modernization, The Prado reopened in 2000. The building's architecture, artwork, sculptures, alcoves, gardens, and fountains were all restored during the three-year makeover. The venue's authenticity is enhanced by over two dozen original, hand-painted wooden stencil designs on doors, as well as the elaborate hand stenciled ceilings and beams. The "Women of Tehuantepec" sculpture by Donal Hord is still on display in the renovated central courtyard's fountain. The Prado at Balboa Park has beautiful historical gardens and a courtyard, as well as elegant banquet halls, romantic terraces, and the ancient Casa Del Rey Moro Gardens' outdoor magnificence. More than 22,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space are available in the Prado at Balboa Park. The location is ideal for weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions. Discover why there is no location like The Prado for your birthday celebration, reunion, retirement party, or rehearsal dinner.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Are you looking for a location for your next event? Make a reservation at The Nat for a memorable experience for your guests. Because of its location in beautiful Balboa Park, just minutes from downtown San Diego's business district, the San Diego Natural History Museum provides a unique and memorable setting for any event. In addition to private corporate and non-profit events, such as weddings and proms, film screening and meetings are held at the venue on a regular basis. Multi-level exhibition and event spaces provide you and your guests with the opportunity to explore galleries that bring the natural world to life while also having an unforgettable evening out. If you are planning a seated dinner for 100 people or an open-air reception for 1,800, we will transform the Museum to accommodate your vision. Through research, education, and exhibits, the Nat is a non-profit organization dedicated to interpreting and interpreting the natural world. When you book your event at The Nat, you are assisting us in our mission to inspire a respect for nature and the environment in all people everywhere. If you have any questions, would like to book an event, or would like to receive an event planning guide that includes detailed information about our venue, please fill out our contact form or send an email to events@sdnhm.org. We will respond as soon as possible. Speeches and Lectures Nat Talks, made possible by support from presenting sponsor The Downing Family Foundation and media partner KPBS, feature museum staff and outside experts speaking on a variety of topics, including the latest in scientific research, history, conservation, and the natural world. The program is produced by the National Geographic Society. The Climate Change Series is a collection of essays on climate change. The National Geographic Society and the Climate Science Alliance are collaborating to offer a series of evening talks and daytime lessons on climate change in 2021, which will be the first time. These events, which take place once a quarter, delve into the complex topic of climate change and its consequences. The more information we have, the better we will be able to respond to what is taking place. Become a member and feel empowered. Purchase tickets for each event by clicking on the link that corresponds to it. Visit our YouTube playlist to watch re-enacted presentations and lectures. Please keep in mind that all presentations are offered in Pacific Standard Time (PST/PDT).

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

The presence of a high concentration of life and activity near the US-Mexico border is obvious when viewed from space. One Bunk is a collection of contemporary accommodation experiences that are alive and well in Barrio Logan, Ocean Beach, Tijuana, and, shortly, Valle de Guadalupe. We provide bi-national hospitality tailored to the adventurous visitor and designed to cohabit with the international border that is so closely associated with the San Diego + Baja lifestyle. While assuring optimal comfort for our "bunkers," the One Bunk experience incorporates art, food, adventure, wellness, design, technology, architecture, and local culture. We meticulously curate every feature, every detail, from mid-century contemporary interiors to the breathtaking "El Grove" outdoor retreat. Finally, each One Bunk property is informed by our insider knowledge. They reflect their respective communities and serve as gathering places for creative recreation and good times. From quiet morning yoga sessions to evenings of cutting-edge art, music, food, and fashion, One Bunk has sponsored a variety of unique and entertaining events.

• Spaces for 500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Coasterra is a wedding location on the water in San Diego, California. This sleek, modern setting, located on Harbor Island just minutes from Downtown, is filled with stunning views to serve as your romantic backdrop. The onsite personnel will be ready to make your special day unforgettable with their personalized service and high-quality meals. Coasterra is great for couples seeking a one-of-a-kind environment that marries elegance and calm, with a broad view of the cityscape and glittering water. You'll have a variety of event rooms to pick from, from intimate meetings to enormous, lavish receptions. On the Skyline Terrace, up to 300 guests can watch the happy couple exchange vows while listening to the sound of the waves. Couples and their guests can dine and socialize in the fresh air and natural light in this covered patio space. It also has a large bar area with lounge furniture where you may relax after a night on the dance floor. The indoor Bayview Ballroom can accommodate up to 500 people for receptions. Its neutral color scheme, ornate chandeliers, and huge windows make it easy to match any aesthetic or wedding theme. During each nuptial ceremony, the magnificent harbor provides a panoramic view of the sea to up to 200 guests. For your wedding shower or bachelor and bachelorette parties, you will be able to arrange informal gatherings in the restaurant's main dining area. The onsite team would be happy to help you make your wedding a memorable occasion. Tables, chairs, tablecloths, and a variety of dinnerware will be provided, and setup and cleanup will be handled by the staff. Throughout the evening, servers and bartenders will be on hand to ensure that all of your guests are satisfied. Coasterra's culinary crew focuses on modern Mexican cuisine, which includes anything from ceviche shooters to char-grilled carne asada. Couples' dinners are tailored to their specific theme, and they can accommodate vegetarian and gluten-free dietary preferences. Your guests will have a range of dessert options to choose from, including delicious banana butter cake and coconut panna cotta.

• Spaces for 325 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Along the historic Coronado Golf Course, Feast & Fareway offers a unique, picturesque environment for locals and guests to dine, drink, and play! Our welcome interior, which was completely remodeled in June 2019, opens out to the outdoors with huge floor-length windows that provide spectacular views of the golf course and Coronado Bridge. On our outside patios, take advantage of San Diego's wonderful weather. Feast and Fareway, which is open daily for breakfast and lunch, lives up to its name, with two eating areas serving everything as well as a variety of Small Plates and Happy Hour Specials. Their two bars proudly serve a fantastic selection of inventive cocktails, as well as wine, beer, and fun breakfast cocktails. We offer a much-needed venue for anyone looking for a stunning, full-service facility with a coastal setting, so reserve our bay-front lawn for outdoor gatherings and breathtaking ceremonies. Feast & Fareway is another fantastic Rise and Shine Restaurant Group site that will surely satisfy Coronado's voracious desire for the best of everything! One of the most crucial aspects of a successful gathering is the culinary food. Our seasonal, locally sourced products, creative presentations, and completely customizable menus are all designed to leave an indelible impression on you and your guests. Venues We'll make it happen, whether it's a casual get-together with friends on our covered patio, which is completely encircled by water and golf course views, or a formal dinner in our Fareway Room. Our catering experts will work closely with you or your event planner to organize and execute your event in a creative and successful manner. Weddings Enjoy your big day in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere. With seating for up to 325 guests, our exquisite and unique ceremony setting features a stunning background of the renowned Coronado bridge and overlooks a secluded beach only accessible by boat. Corporate Gatherings Bringing your staff or clients together to spend quality time together and express gratitude has never been more valuable. The perfect mix for a culture-building event is our culinary team and stunning ocean-view surroundings.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests