Top San Francisco Holiday Party Venues

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 750-1,600 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Located in the heart of San Francisco’s Design District, the San Francisco Design Center (SFDC) Galleria is a premier destination for large-scale events. The Galleria is a versatile, architecturally stunning event venue ideal for weddings, corporate events, galas, and product launches. With the capacity to host anywhere from 100 to 1,600 guests, the Galleria offers a flexible layout that includes polished hardwood floors perfect for dining or dancing, in-house lighting, a built-in bar, and a raised stage for live entertainment or presentations. Whether you're planning a milestone celebration or a high-profile brand activation, the SFDC Galleria offers flexibility, visibility, and expert on-site support in a vibrant setting.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 230-4,000 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Event Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

An extraordinary opportunity awaits you at the San Francisco waterfront—a collection of open and flexible spaces on the iconic Embarcadero, ready to be a canvas for your creativity. Whether large or intimate, a corporate conference or a holiday bash, your next occasion can be one people talk about for years to come. It starts this moment. Let your imagination loose and your ideas percolate. The venues of Metro Events can make your vision a reality. Sleek & Contemporary - Opened in 2014, Pier 27 is a fresh take on hosting events on the historic Embarcadero. Front and center are views of the Bay Bridge, the Financial District and Coit Tower, truly stunning through floor-to-ceiling windows. Industrial ceilings, large roll-up doors and materials of steel, concrete and glass give the raw, open space plenty of room for guests to mingle – and for your imagination to roam. Pier 27 offers almost 55,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space. Whether it is for a conference, a gala, a product launch or a wedding, Pier 27 is a great option. A rarity for this area of San Francisco, Pier 27 offers ample parking, as well as outdoor event spaces.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 100-350 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

The Melody is a historic church repurposed as a ready-to-use event venue suitable for receptions, weddings, meetings, conferences, performances, and gatherings. The venue features in-house audio and state-of-the-art lighting to instantly adapt the space to suit your event's theme. Our venue can accommodate 350 people standing, 150 people seated for meals, and 200 people in a theatre-style layout. We can provide chairs for up to 180 people. Additional furniture such as cocktail tables and rounds can be arranged for your event for a rental fee. Originally completed in 1880 then destroyed by the 1906 earthquake and fire. A reconstructed Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in the Mission Revival style was consecrated on April 14, 1912. The interior is decorated with frescos in Renaissance and Baroque style by Luigi Brusatori, an Italian master painter, which was completed in 1916. The Church also contains the largest unaltered 19th-century mechanical pipe organ in California. Declared a historic landmark, The Melody retains all of its original beauty while now hosting events ranging from large-scale corporate meetings and conferences, trade shows, product launches, auctions, screenings, performances, weddings, and private parties.

• 3 Holiday Party Albums
• Spaces for 60-800 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 4 Bars
• 4 Total Spaces

Located in San Francisco’s waterfront Dogpatch district, The Pearl San Francisco is anchored at the heart of one of the city’s most historical and culturally rich neighborhoods. The Pearl San Francisco is one of the city's most beautiful and unique venues for every type of private event. Complete with state-of-the-art lighting and audiovisual capabilities, gorgeous rooftop views of The Bay, and permanent art installations by Alexis Laurent, The Pearl San Francisco is a 9,000+ square foot industrial charm waiting to be transformed for your event needs. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, cocktail-style party, engagement celebration, holiday party, or any other type of event, The Pearl San Francisco can accommodate your every need and want. Take a virtual tour of The Pearl: thepearlsf.com/virtual-tour

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 700-1,400 Guests

Built in 1909, The Regency Center is considered the finest example of Scottish Rite temple architecture in the country, featuring Gothic, Neoclassic, and Beaux-Arts styles. The building has housed a Masonic Temple, a dance studio, the Polish Arts Foundation, and a movie theater. Recently restored to its original splendor, this landmark offers three levels of unique gathering space. This versatile San Francisco landmark offers three separate venues - The Regency Ballroom, Social Hall, and Lodge - each with unique architectural characteristics and an array of accompanying rooms. Capacities range from 70 up to 1,000 with the entire facility accommodating up to 2,000 guests in combined occupancy. Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams, a corporate seminar, an elaborate reunion, or a celebratory bar or bat mitzvah, you will find The Regency Center to be a distinctive and imaginative choice. We invite you and your guests to relax and indulge yourselves in this exceptional venue, and let us demonstrate why we are the ideal setting for your next special event.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Art Gallery
• 1 Meeting Space

Groundfloor is a dynamic community-oriented social club, perfect for hosting private events in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Located in vibrant neighborhoods across San Francisco, Oakland, San Rafael, and Los Angeles, Groundfloor offers unique spaces designed to foster connections and create memorable experiences. Whether you're planning a corporate event, celebration, or intimate gathering, our versatile venues provide the ideal setting. With state-of-the-art facilities, flexible layouts, and a focus on building community, Groundfloor ensures your event is both seamless and unforgettable. Discover the perfect blend of comfort, elegance, and community at Groundfloor.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 60 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Event Space

Zoe is an exclusive private event space designed for unforgettable gatherings. With a stylish setting, curated cocktails, and exceptional service, we create the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. Book your private event and make it memorable.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 3,600 Guests
• 1 Event Space

An extraordinary opportunity awaits you at the San Francisco waterfront—a collection of open and flexible spaces on the iconic Embarcadero, ready to be a canvas for your creativity. Whether large or intimate, a corporate conference or a holiday bash, your next occasion can be one people talk about for years to come. It starts this moment. Let your imagination loose and your ideas percolate. The venues of Metro Events can make your vision a reality. Unadorned, this raw space resembles a vintage train station. Decked out for your event, Pier 29 can take on any number of looks; hip media function, glamorous awards gala, high-tech product launch, inspiring seminar. Add adjacent Pier 27 to expand the possibilities.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 961-400 Guests

Organizations interested in renting space at the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre should contact the theater directly. With 961 seats, it is well-suited for popular concerts, dance productions, community events, corporate meetings, and other special events. It is located in the heart of downtown. Guests can gather in the spacious lobby for receptions of up to 400 people. In addition to a high-quality Meyer Sound system and a standard house lighting plot that includes an inventory of moving lights, the facility is well-equipped with other amenities. The stage floor, which has a sprung floor surface, is ideal for performing dance. With wide, comfortable seats, the seating is done in a continental style. The interior of the theater is decorated with cascading red curtains that create an intimate atmosphere. The prep room, which overlooks the park and lagoon, is an excellent location for any photo shoot on the Palace grounds. Large bay windows, floor-length mirrors, a multi-stall and sink bathroom, and plenty of space for occupants to prepare are all included in the price. Suitable for photographs of weddings, engagements, and quinceaneras. The rental rates range from $50 to $100 per hour.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 800 Guests

Located right in the heart of San Francisco, City View at Metreon is newly renovated and suited to host receptions, conferences, and everything else in between. Metreon is remodeled and more upscale than before, the city view has over 31,000 square feet of space that can host anywhere from 200 to 2,000 guests. The City View at Metreon has a magnificent view of the skyline and an outdoor terrace unlike any other making it the perfect venue to host any event.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 400-700 Guests

Standing beneath marble columns, ornately gilded balconies and an elaborate frescoed ceiling, it’s easy to imagine this building’s allure when it first came on the scene as a flashy French restaurant and San Francisco’s grandest nightclub. Opening in 1907 on the heels of the great earth- quake, the 5,000-square- foot concert hall symbolized the city’s renewed optimism. The popular club flourished for a quarter century in this incarnation, then became the Music Box, where Sally Rand performed her famous fan dances. In 1972 it was reborn as the Great American Music Hall. For more than 25 years the hall has showcased the talents of music and comedy greats such as Prince, Ray Charles, Jay Leno, Whoopi Goldberg and Robin Williams. Its intimate setting and wonderful acoustics continue to make it a favorite of music lovers throughout the Bay Area. In addition to countless concerts, the Hall has hosted corporate bashes, fundraisers, holiday parties, product launches and weddings.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 200-5,000 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - Inside, it’s space, space and more space, with beamed ceilings and stenciled street pavement. From the upper-level balcony, it’s all about views of the city skyline, Treasure Island and the Bay Bridge. Located next to Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 35 hooks guests on the charms of San Francisco.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 250-2,000 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Whether you are planning a corporate meeting, gala, holiday party, team building event, or wedding, Chabot offers a variety of rental spaces to fit your needs. Our experienced events team will help you customize a unique experience inside Chabot’s architectural buildings, outdoors surrounded by the redwood forest, or up on our Observation Deck where Chabot’s three historical telescopes reside.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 25-75 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Estates
• 1 Garden

Welcome to Mourot House, a historic home in the heart of downtown Redwood City, in the heart of the San Francisco peninsula and Silicon Valley. Constructed in 1906 as the family home by French-American architect Eugene Mourot, this registered historic Dutch colonial home is the perfect blend of period beauty and modern amenities. Gorgeous high ceilings, original hardwood floors, crown moldings and leaded windows, complimented by updated and modern fixtures, central air and heat, natural stone countertops, chef's kitchen with top stainless appliances, and more. A gorgeous and relaxing zen backyard surrounded by bamboo and alive with lush plantings, featuring a hot tub, ping-pong table, stunning lighting and cozy heat lamps and fire table.

• Spaces for 30-300 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Landmark
• 5 Total Spaces

Gorgeous wedding venue with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, Historic Presidio location with cathedral ceilings and choice of glorious reception spaces. The Golden Gate Club at the Presidio is a wedding paradise. The outstanding views of the Golden Gate Bridge make this site the envy of all of San Francisco. Located within the Presidio National Park at the Main Post, the club is at the heart of the park, close to numerous landmarks like Cavalry Stables, Chrissy Field, and the Walt Disney Museum. Conveniently close to Lodge at The Presidio and the Presidio Chapel, your guests will love that your wedding feels easy, romantic, and fun. In the Ventana Ballroom, enjoy bay views framed with mature forest and effortless grassland. The floor-to-ceiling windows create a jaw-dropping first impression as your guests enter. The elevated stage serves to create a highlight for your entertainment, and the internal balconies add drama to every spectacle, especially the antics on the 17' x 30' hardwood dance floor. Enjoy the oversized fireplace that makes a natural background for your sweetheart table. This space has room for 300 guests. This historic location has stunning spaces for every idea. The prestigious Cypress and Hawthorn ballrooms open to a picturesque courtyard designed for indoor ceremonies and smaller receptions as capacity is set at 200 guests. The refined smaller rooms are ideal add-ons to support your main activity. This wedding venue also offers a grand second-floor deck to elevate your views of the bay. When you book your reception at the Golden Gate Club, the Presidio Chapel is a stunning and prestigious choice for your ceremony. FEATURES - Period Features - Refined Architecture - Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Views - Choice of Beautiful Reception Spaces - Heart of Presidio Our pricing is based on four areas. First, you decide on your package level and multiply it by the number of guests. Then you add the ceremony and venue price for the season and day of the week you're considering. Finally, you'll add your state tax and service charge. This will give you a ballpark range, which our team will help you hone as you customize your package.

• Spaces for 200-4,000 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces

Whether you’re planning an intimate COVID-compliant gathering, a virtual event, or seeking a location for filming without a live audience, the Exploratorium has great options for you. Our team of event professionals is here to brainstorm with you, navigate safety-minded options, and create memorable experiences for you and your guests. Located in the vibrant heart of the historic Embarcadero, the Exploratorium is an imaginative setting for just about any event, from intimate meetings to spectacular parties. You can have it all: Rent the entire Exploratorium facility and get spectacular waterfront views of San Francisco and the Bay, a lively landscape of hundreds of interactive exhibits, flexible event spaces, superb catering, and skilled staff. With our gallery bundle options, you can craft the perfect museum selection for your event. Whether you’re looking for a progressive celebration with distinct spaces for your cocktail reception, dinner, and dessert or planning an entertaining reception, we are happy to help you find the perfect fit.

• Spaces for 60-1,500 Guests
• 8 Hotels
• 8 Ballrooms
• 6 Event Spaces

Timeless Celebrations in the Heart of San Francisco Creating unforgettable moments since 1904, The Westin St. Francis offers a legacy of elegance and hospitality on Union Square. As the only hotel with cable cars stopping at its doors, our iconic location places you at the center of the city’s vibrant energy and historic charm. From intimate dinners to extravagant galas, our glamorous venues and attentive service set the stage for every occasion. With over 56,000 square feet of event space, we welcome celebrations of all sizes—including receptions for up to 1,500 guests and seated dinners for up to 800. On the 32nd floor of the Tower Building, Mission Bay and Golden Gate rooms offer unmatched views of the San Francisco skyline through floor-to-ceiling windows. These elevated spaces are ideal for VIP cocktail receptions of up to 400 guests or a romantic wedding dinner for up to 250.

• Spaces for 120 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Landmarks
• 4 Total Spaces

The Log Cabin is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue in the Presidio National Park. Even though you are only a few minutes from the city, you will feel as if you have been transported back in time to when troops caroused merrily at this guarded military settlement. Even if the army is no longer present, the good times continue. The neighboring Fort Scott Barracks is one of the first instances of the Mission Revival architectural style, and it makes for an excellent photo opportunity. The historic parade ground, with its large lawn and native vegetation, is well worth visiting. The Fort Scott area is 30 acres in size. - Matchless Rustic Building - A Rare Gem - Peekaboo Golden Gate Bridge and City Skyline Views - Large Ceremony and Cocktail Lawn - Distinctive Building with Spanish Red Tile Roof, Fieldstone Foundations, and Exposed Wood Interior - Beautiful Fireplace Bathes the Room In Warm Firelight - Central Capacious Dance floor - Ballroom supported by Whole-Tree Beams and Matched with Wagon Wheel Chandeliers The Log Cabin, which was built in 1937, has been exposed to San Francisco's legendary weather for nearly a century. The Presidio Trust carpenters and conservators take great care of it. The interior and exterior timbers are Monterey Cypress from the area, which was first planted by the US Army centuries ago. This is the Presidio's lone building of its kind, and the style is becoming increasingly rare across the country. The natural lawn of the Log Cabin, with views of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco Financial District skyline, is a must-see. The 1,500-acre Presidio Park features a 300-acre historic forest, rare and endangered plants and wildlife, and broad open space with stunning views. It also has 469 historic structures, which contribute to its National Historic Landmark District designation... The historic Log Cabin is easily accessible from the counties of Alameda, San Joaquin, and Solano. Couples from Antioch, Discovery Bay, Concord, Walnut Creek, Pleasanton, San Jose, San Francisco, Stockton, Lodi, Modesto, Tracy, Berkeley, Rio Vista, Fairfield, Vallejo, Manteca, Richmond, Livermore, and farther afield flock to this spectacular site. Couples may enjoy a stress-free planning experience while also staging a big event that impresses their guests by choosing this unique, rustic wedding venue. Our professional event planning team, as with all Wedgewood Weddings venues, makes the wedding planning process a breeze. Our team has been revolutionizing the wedding planning experience since 1986, based on the concepts of value, service, and convenience. For engaged couples looking for the perfect wedding venue at a reasonable budget, our team of wedding pros provides great services.

• Spaces for 125-2,000 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Historic Space

Located in the heart of San Francisco’s SOMA district — just two blocks (a 3-minute walk) from Moscone Convention Center — our 15,000 sq. ft. versatile event space is designed to bring your vision to life without red tape. With three unique rooms, two dance floors, and three full-service bars (plus optional mobile bars), our venue can host events of all ages, from intimate gatherings to 2,000 guests on a flow. Whether it’s a corporate event, product launch, festival, or private celebration, we deliver a turn-key experience with flexibility you won’t find elsewhere. Venue Rental Includes On-site Managers & Licensed Security Guards In-house Event Coordinators (vendor sourcing & quotes) Bar Manager & Professional Bartenders Concierge & Coat Check Janitorial Staff during event & Post-event Cleaning Access to All In-House A/V: $650,000 State-of-the-Art Sound & Intelligent Lighting System Large LED Wall (Pearl Room) Sound Panel LED Wall 2 DJ Booths 7 Stadium-Style LED Screens 2 Gobos (One indoor, one outdoor) In-house Furniture (High Boys, Bar Stools, Private Booths, Sofa Seating) Venue Highlights Prime SOMA location — minutes from downtown hotels, restaurants, and Moscone Limitless branding & activation opportunities (LED screens, gobos, custom signage) Two optional parking lot rentals for outdoor activations: Lot 1: fits 40–50 guests Lot 2: fits 125–150 guests No sound ordinance, all ages allowed, open 24 hours State-of-the-art concert-ready sound & lighting included in rental fee Three distinct spaces to create different vibes for a seamless guest flow Why Choose Us? As an independent venue with all permits in place, we offer full flexibility for your event — no red tape, no restrictions on creativity. Our experienced team will simplify planning and execution, so you can focus on enjoying the event. Let’s make your vision a reality. Contact us today to schedule a walkthrough and see how you can put your spin on our space.

• Spaces for 75-3,500 Guests
• 7 Museums
• 3 Landmarks
• 7 Total Spaces

The world's largest living indoor coral reef is located in this facility. A 75-foot-tall planetarium that is a sight to behold. A tropical rainforest with four stories. All of this is contained within architect Renzo Piano's renowned masterwork. Hosting an event at the Academy not only provides your guests with a breathtaking setting as well as world-class service and assistance, but it also contributes to our purpose of restoring the natural environment through science, learning, and collaboration. Learn more about our 15 spectacular venues and be inspired by the prospect of partnering with one of the world's most environmentally conscious museums. Moments that alter one's course in life. Science that has the potential to change the world. As a multi-disciplinary facility in the heart of San Francisco's Golden Gate Park that includes an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum, we serve as a powerful advocate for biodiversity research and exploration, environmental education, and sustainability around the world. We want to make certain that you have all of the information you need to plan a visit that is both safe and enjoyable. Explore this page for an overview of what to see and do at the museum, and visit our know-before-you-go page for information on how to reserve tickets, examine health and safety information, and browse through a comprehensive FAQ.