Top California Holiday Party Venues

• Spaces for 150-500 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 5 Bars
• 6 Total Spaces

Founded by Sam Nazarian, SBE Hospitality Group is a global leader in luxury dining, nightlife, and curated event experiences, redefining modern hospitality. Our award-winning venues seamlessly blend culinary artistry, elevated mixology, and immersive entertainment, creating exceptional moments for corporate gatherings, social events, weddings, and high-profile industry celebrations. With a portfolio of Michelin-recognized chefs, trendsetting venues, and world-class hospitality, SBE is the preferred choice for luxury brand activations, red-carpet affairs, and bespoke private dining experiences. Our commitment to innovation and excellence has positioned us at the forefront of the fine dining and entertainment industry, attracting influencers, business leaders, and global tastemakers to our dynamic spaces. At SBE, we believe every event should be extraordinary. Whether it’s a corporate gala, intimate dinner, holiday celebration, or product launch, our event team ensures a seamless and unforgettable experience. Our venues feature stunning interiors, customizable event spaces, and world-class cuisine, setting the stage for a flawless event tailored to your vision. With decades of expertise in luxury hospitality, experiential marketing, and fine dining, SBE creates immersive experiences that go beyond expectations. We proudly offer bespoke catering services, exclusive venue rentals, and private dining options in some of the most sought-after locations.

• Spaces for 5,900-8,000 Guests

Be the star on our stage! The historic Greek Theatre is now open for private event bookings, offering the perfect backdrop for holiday parties, corporate gatherings, milestone celebrations, and much more. When we’re not welcoming some of the biggest names in entertainment, our iconic venue transforms into an unforgettable setting for your most meaningful moments. Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles’ famed Griffith Park, our versatile event spaces can comfortably accommodate intimate groups of 20 or grand celebrations of up to 6,000 guests. Whether you’re planning a cozy gathering beneath the stars or a full-scale production on our legendary stage, our dedicated team will help bring your vision to life. We proudly offer a range of customizable catering options designed to delight every palate, from casual bites to gourmet dining experiences. With exceptional service, stunning natural surroundings, and the magic of one of LA’s most beloved cultural landmarks, your event is sure to impress. We look forward to celebrating with you and helping create memories that will last a lifetime!

St. Margaret's Episcopal Church in Palm Desert has a large sanctuary for weddings and conferences as well as several rooms available for rent for receptions, parties, etc.

• Spaces for 15-30 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Pacific Landscape Gallery showcases the fine art photography of owner/artist Steve Lefkovits and offers the Gallery as an event rental.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Sound Union is 10,000 sq ft, equipped with a Downstairs Lounge and Loft Social Gathering Space, a Stage, Green Room, and 3 Private Music Studios. With 100% sound and lighting capabilities, our venue is one unlike the rest. Located two-minutes walking distance from the Redwood City CalTrain Station, we are extremely accessible to attendees who want to be environmentally friendly and use public transit. From events such as singing along with a Live Karaoke Band, participating in an active Song Writing Workshop or hosting a killer Cocktail / Holiday Party, Sound Union brings your dream events to life!

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Transport yourself into the rustic countryside with this hidden retreat in San Juan Capistrano Tucked in the gorgeous rolling hills of San Juan Capistrano is a rustic, serene retreat called Rancho del Rio. With over 200 acres of hillsides, lakes, vineyards and barns, this venue is the perfect location for your guests to escape the normal and experience an event unlike anything before. Corporate Events, Retreats & Private Events Step out of the ordinary and into an unforgettable space for your upcoming corporate event. Whether it's a retreat or a celebration, the Ranch is the perfect venue for your guests to truly escape, while not having to travel too far. ​El Rancho del Rio offers a versatile space for your event. Here are a few ideas for your event: - Relax in the Ranch House Lounge with pool table, fireplace, entertainment system, and wrap-around patio for mingling - Areas for discussion groups & activities - ​Wine tasting at the bar - Whiskey tasting and cigar rolling - Target practice and skeet shooting - Archery - Meditation - Yoga - Wine and painting - Hikes 360-degree views - Team dinner with bistro lighting as the sun sets overhead - Live band or DJ

Great Big Game Show, brought to you by The Escape Game, is a live-hosted game show experience. Two teams come on stage to face off in a battle for points and glory! Our San Jose location is located conveniently inside the Westfield Valley Fair mall near numerous dining and retail options. Whether you’re aiming to boost your team’s collaboration or just want a fun team hangout, Great Big Game Show offers a great mix of challenge, collaboration, and connection. Have a birthday coming up? Players celebrating their birthday get their ticket for FREE - just show proof of your date of birth in store. You’ll even get a special spotlight moment during the show that'll make this birthday one-of-a-kind. Driving Directions: From Route 880, take the exit onto Stevens Creek Blvd. Turn right into Westfield Valley Fair near Cheesecake Factory. Enter between Shake Shack and Eataly, then head straight to find us! Questions? Contact us at Hello@GreatBigGameShow.com or (669) 202-1240!

• Spaces for 130-200 Guests

Built in 1906, The Huron Substation is a stunning historical landmark originally used to serve downtown’s Yellow Car streetcar system. This one-of-a-kind building now offers guests the opportunity to experience the grandeur and majesty of a bygone era in Los Angeles, with modern amenities and style. The elegance and unique historical character of the building make it a perfect setting for any wedding ceremony, private event, or luxury experience. The main floor hosts a magnificent grand hall with century-old brick walls, arched windows, 8’ wide chandelier, concrete flooring, and 45-foot cathedral-like ceiling with exposed steel beams. A fire the building survived in the 1980s left a stunning black patina across the historic brick walls. An open staircase leads up to a 1,500-square-foot mezzanine above the main level. Large dramatic barn doors open up to the gorgeous outdoor courtyard with a planted garden, industrial deco fountain, and bistro lighting, the perfect space for an al fresco dining experience.

• Spaces for 10-500 Guests
• 5 Historic Spaces
• 5 Estates
• 5 Mansions

A special event venue in Southern California, the Castle Green is one of the most enchanting venues in the region. In 1898, the Castle was built with turn of the century glamour and charm in mind. The ground floor of the Castle has a fantastic setting for your event, including the Lobby with its crystal chandelier and grand staircase, our Salon and beautiful Moorish and Turkish rooms for your cocktail reception, the beautiful Ballroom for your dinner and dancing, as well as our veranda and lawns for leisure. Throughout the month of December, the Castle Green is decked out for the holidays, making it simple for the host to host a festive gathering in style with minimal effort. Weddings at the Castle are held in a beautiful Bridal Sanctuary, which is reserved exclusively for you and your guests. When you and your wedding party arrive, you can take advantage of this space to get ready for your big day. Getting dressed in your wedding gown, putting on your wedding jewelry, and taking beautiful getting ready photos with your wedding party are all highlights of the day!

• Spaces for 250-500 Guests
• 1 Event Space

GVM is a private residence offering a large helipad within a garden overlooking a sweeping view of the pacific from Santa Monica to Point Dume in Malibu.

The HomeStead is an All Inclusive Venue which helps take the stress off of you and allows for a more simplified planning process. . . .we’ve got it ALL covered. We would love to show you around our beautiful property whenever you are ready - tours are available daily!

“Gilded Age glam” and “mid-century swank” coalesce under the mood lighting of this sensuous restaurant space. This upscale Toluca Lake eatery styles itself as a “supper club,” exhibiting all of the poise you’d expect from such a chic designation. With backdrops that wouldn’t look out of place in a James Bond picture, this sauve space tantalizes the senses with middle eastern carpets, velvet seating, and ample indigo blue accents. Ornately bound antique books line the walls, recalling 19th century studies and drawing rooms. Rich blues, ripe reds, and warm mahogany color the space, crowned by rows of exposed beams overhead. World-class cuisine is artfully served on handmade clay dinnerware, with luxurious offerings like wagyu rib and “lollipop” seafood skewers. This sprawling 3800-square-foot restaurant has already housed an array of private events. With 140-seating capacity, and 300 standing, it was conceived in part as a music venue. The Grammy-winning owner of this creative space ensured that it would feature superb acoustics during its buildout, contributing to its partial identity as a first-class music venue. The Meyer Constellation acoustic system carefully calibrates the restaurant’s sound and is able to shift the acoustic balance at the tap of a button. The 26 Meyer Libra soundproof wall panels eliminate any potential concerns over noise level.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Padua Hills is a historic indoor and outdoor venue surrounded by picturesque splendor, perfectly situated in the foothills of Claremont, CA. Details are important, and planning ensures that your guests have a complete and delightful experience. Countless corporate brands, organizations, and families have entrusted us with their most important events. We love creating experiences that go beyond expectations, which is why we are one of Southern California's best wedding venues! Our lovely enchanted forest and sunset-view terrace make for a spectacular background for your special occasion! Padua Hills is ideal for all seasons, whether your style is sophisticated, rustic, modern, or bohemian. When you book with us, you will have the entire venue to yourself for the duration of your event. Padua Hills has earned a reputation for excellence in gourmet food. We've had a long-standing reputation in Claremont as the place to go for fine dining. Padua Hills always provides exceptional attentive service, ensuring that your dining experience is one-of-a-kind. To learn more about hosting your special event with us, contact us today!

• Spaces for 325-2,500 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

This restored Mission revival style venue inspires awe with its stained glass windows and beautiful exterior, making it the perfect location to host your next corporate event, private concert, wedding, reception, school dance or business meeting. Accommodating 25 to 2,500 guests, the Riverside Municipal Auditorium is located near the Riverside Convention Center. Our talented staff handles every detail, so you don’t have to!

• Spaces for 200-225 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

Hi, we are Robin and Carolyn Hoffos, and we would like to introduce you to Lavender & Olive. Our ranch here in San Diego has been our happy place for the past twenty years. We have so many wonderful memories at this venue hosting everything from parties to celebrations. We’ve hosted friends and family and now we’d like to host you. Our love story began many moons ago, when Carolyn offered Robin a scotch and soda (which Robin hates) at a friend’s going away party and he gladly accepted. Since then, we’ve dreamed up, built, and ran several companies and ventures together, learning and growing each step of the way. Today, we are excited to welcome you to our beautiful event venue. We love to build and create, and this is the next chapter in our journey of creation, and we look forward to sharing it with you!

• Spaces for 450 Guests

Hong Kong East Ocean Seafood Restaurant, established in 1989, is a premier oceanfront dining destination in the San Francisco Bay Area. Located at the tip of Emeryville Marina, it offers panoramic views of the Bay, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Treasure Island. Renowned for authentic Cantonese cuisine, the restaurant is famous for freshly prepared dim sum and exceptional seafood. Its elegant dining spaces make it ideal for private events, corporate meetings, and weddings. Main Dining Room (450 guests) – Stunning bay views. Upper Dining Hall (100 guests) – Perfect for private events. Marina VIP Room (60 guests) – Exclusive views of the Emeryville Marina Yacht Club. We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable dining experience!

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Discover Your Mountain Paradise Welcome to a breathtaking 78-acre mountain sanctuary in the majestic San Bernardino range - where Jewish traditions meet natural splendor. Just a short drive from Los Angeles, our retreat creates unforgettable moments that last a lifetime. Transform your special occasions into magical experiences - from enchanting Shabbaton gatherings to joyous Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and fairytale weddings under the open sky. Our state-of-the-art Glatt Kosher kitchen, certified by the RCC, ensures every celebration is complemented by exceptional cuisine. Whether you're planning an intimate family gathering or a grand celebration, our pristine grounds and dedicated team await to turn your vision into reality. Ready to create memories that will last generations? Reach out today and let's begin planning your perfect mountain retreat! infor@dovidoved.org

• Spaces for 200-850 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

The Revery LA is a versatile venue designed to host a wide variety of events. Events take place in both the Outdoor Veranda and Indoor Studio. The Revery is an industrial warehouse converted into an event space featuring high-end amenities, a commercial kitchen, a stage bathroom, luxe bathrooms, dressing room, freight elevator, skylights, hardwood floors, and more. It embraces an almost all-white palette and is filled natural light. There is room for up to 200+ seated and 850+ standing guests. Updated with modern amenities including HVAC, no noise curfew, tons of natural light, and perfect for those who are looking for a hidden gem. EVENTS WE ACCOMMODATE -Celebrations -Conferences -Corporate events -Creative workshops -Fundraisers -Launch parties -Marketing activations -Pop-ups -Private dinners -Weddings

• Spaces for 50-100 Guests

Swell Bar is a cozy neighborhood bar and private event space located in the heart of Alameda. We specialize in creating laid-back, memorable experiences for every occasion—from casual birthday parties and company happy hours to lively networking events, photo shoots, and themed nights. What sets us apart is our flexible space, personalized service, and unbeatable value. We’re proud to be one of the most affordable event venues in the area without compromising on style, service, or experience. Whether you’re working with a tight budget or planning something big, we’ll help you make the most of it. We offer a full-service bar, dedicated bartenders, and the ability to add custom features like DJs, photo booths, catering, games, 360° cameras, and more. Our team is here to help bring your vision to life, no matter how simple or over-the-top. Nestled in a quiet, walkable neighborhood with easy street parking, Swell Bar is the perfect blend of local charm and big event energy. Whether you're hosting 20 or 100 guests, we’ve got the space, staff, and vibe to make it happen—without breaking the bank.

• Spaces for 100-125 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Whether you are looking for a picturesque outdoor wedding ceremony, rehearsal dinner or private event venue, General’s Daughter is the perfect location for you! A beautiful, historic building surrounded by lush gardens and fruit trees, General’s Daughter is located at the base of oak-covered hills in downtown Sonoma. The 1864 Victorian was once the home of General Vallejo’s daughter and her husband, the founder of California’s first winery. General’s Daughter's sprawling East Patio, with fireplace and vine covered arbor, is ideal for a ceremony or cocktail hour. The wisteria covered West Patio offers a shaded location for larger ceremonies or dinners. Step inside the interior and you are greeted with a vintage bar restored to its original beauty, adjacent to the intimate dining room. As the exclusive caterers, the culinary team at General’s Daughter's, Folktable Catering, will create the perfect menu for your off-site event. Their menus demonstrate their creative style and showcase the best of what Sonoma has to offer, including farm to fork seasonal menus. General’s Daughter is perfect for weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, fundraisers, rehearsal dinners, birthdays and more. The space is designed to accommodate both large and small groups. General’s Daughter is available for special events all year long, with indoor and outdoor spaces available during every season.