Top Foster City Venues

• Spaces for 175-350 Guests
• 1 Boat

Weddings: Choose one of our 6 luxury yachts as a unique venue for your perfect Wedding, Milestone Anniversary or Vow Renewal event … Imagine, the City-by-the-Bay as the perfect backdrop for your nuptials! Our Wedding Specialist will plan the celebration of your dreams, down to the minute detail, on a budget that you can afford. Make it memorable for you and your guests at Commodore! Corporate Events: Commodore is the greatest bargain for anything from entertaining clients to organizing a company outing, holding a business conference to introducing new products, and more. Give your group more than a boat for a comparable price; give them a luxury yacht with fine cuisine, live entertainment, impeccable service, and spectacular skyline views while cruising. Any function that can be held in a regular event room can be held on a Commodore Luxury Yacht while taking in the sights of the Bay. Year round, let us host your corporate and holiday event in the unique, opulent setting of a luxury yacht. We are professionals in what we do at Commodore Cruises & Events. Allow our years of successful experience to work for you and handle the planning, preparation, and execution of your event so you can relax and enjoy it. All Occasions: Commodore will make your special occasion genuinely unique. Enjoy fresh, inventive meals made on board. Commodore, as the world's most recognized wine fleet, can give a personal Sommelier for your special event upon request, allowing our staff to construct your customized menu. Commodore is a one-of-a-kind location for: - Birthday parties - Bar / Bat Mitzvahs - Quinceañeras - Retirement Celebrations - Graduations - Family Reunions - Dinner Cruises - Booze Cruises - Senior Outings - Religious Groups - Album Release Party - Dance Party - Any Special Occasion!

• Spaces for 24-560 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Theater
• 4 Total Spaces

The Mission Bay Conference Center at UCSF occupies the William J. Rutter Center at 1675 Owens Street in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood, situated on UCSF's 43-acre life sciences campus just south of downtown. Designed by architect Ricardo Legorreta, the building's bold geometric architecture and vibrant blue and orange palette are immediately recognizable on the campus skyline. The Center holds membership in the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC). Across 12,500 square feet of dedicated meeting space, the Center offers 10 rooms suited to gatherings of nearly any scale — from the Robertson Auditorium, which accommodates up to 560 guests and divides into three separate breakout spaces, to the Fisher Banquet Room with its floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Mission Bay, the Coblentz Executive Boardroom for executive and hybrid meetings, and four Conference Rooms for training sessions and smaller groups. An outdoor terrace and covered deck extend the venue's reception capacity further. In-house catering, a dedicated conference planning team, and professional audiovisual support — including projectors, stage lighting, and integrated live-streaming capabilities — are available for all events.

• Spaces for 185-299 Guests
• 1 Event Space

EVENTS Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind venue with deep ties to the city of San Francisco for your next private event? No matter if you are arranging a birthday party, a fundraiser, or a corporate event, our historic venue is the ideal setting for a genuinely unique occasion. Allow our professional team to handle all of the details so that you can concentrate on what is most important—enjoying your event! A basic base is the core of every fantastic event we create: handcrafted in-house catering and beverages, world class live sound, and a pleasant, professional team that makes you feel like you are part of the family. Our crew is prepared and eager to begin operations as soon as the Covid limitations are released. THE VERDI CLUB AMENITIES • 400 square foot lounge with a full bar • 2500 square foot ballroom and banquet hall • 170 square foot stage • Full menu catering options • 299 capacity without dining, 185 with dining Do you require assistance in locating entertainment, flowers, or décor? It is not an issue! We have worked with some of the best vendors in the Bay Area, and we are always able to find the right match for your special occasion. Please contact us for information about our rates, policies, more extensive information, and a thorough floor plan. CATERING Verdi Club’s catering menus are created in-house by our long-time Executive Chef, Sean Gawel (formerly of Chapeau! and Frances). We take pride in going above and beyond your typical catered meals by providing hand-crafted options with the best ingredients that your guests will love. Your menu can be customized to your liking or you can let Chef Sean craft the perfect menu for your event. We don’t stop there! We offer flexible bar packages for events large and small and will work with you to curate custom beverage menus to compliment your event or theme. Whether you’re hosting a rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, work event, or cocktail party, your guests are sure to remember the club’s delicious offerings!

• Spaces for 12-350 Guests
• 5 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space

Foreign Cinema offers a variety of private dining options for groups of up to 350 people, ranging from small hors d'oeuvres and cocktails to huge, formal seated dinners. Our chefs tailor each menu, incorporating sustainable, seasonal, and market availability into the meal while also taking into consideration the guests' specific preferences and the restaurant's exceptional style of globally-inspired food. Our newest event area is located on the second floor. This quaint spot, located just past the Courtyard, is decorated with an Amate-style bespoke mural by Jet Martinez and designer floor tiles, among other things. This is a picture-perfect location for your next party, made even more appealing by the addition of café lights and heating. From April through October, we are available. In collaboration with acclaimed international art dealer Martin Muller of Modernism Inc. in San Francisco, Foreign Cinema presents Modernism West, an exclusive and one-of-a-kind private dining gallery featuring evolving, curated international artwork, a modern sound audio/visual system, a built-in bar, 18-foot-high ceilings, skylights, and a wall of windows with an electronic shading system. This theatrical grand balcony space, which overlooks the main dining room below, provides guests with the option to share the energy and mood of Foreign Cinema in a semi-private setting, thanks to exposed beams, concrete walls, and wood floors throughout the space.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Sequoyah Country Club is a private, member-owned country club set in the Oakland hills of Northern California, tucked among redwoods and rolling terrain just outside the city. Founded in 1913 and housed in a Spanish Colonial-style clubhouse, the club offers a timeless setting for weddings, corporate gatherings, milestone celebrations, and private events of all kinds. With over 8,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, Sequoyah Country Club accommodates gatherings ranging from intimate celebrations to large receptions of up to 350 guests. Elegant indoor rooms with vaulted ceilings and sweeping views pair with an outdoor lawn overlooking the golf course and surrounding landscape. In-house catering and full-service bar are available for all events. An experienced events team — including a dedicated Catering & Events Manager and Clubhouse Manager — guides clients from planning through execution, offering access to tables, chairs, linens, flatware, glassware, A/V equipment, and parking on site.

• Spaces for 500-1,000 Guests
• 1 Event Space

WEDDINGS? CORPORATE GET-TOGETHERS? BIRTHDAY THROWDOWNS? We handle anything, from minor to huge projects, all under one roof. A full kitchen, bar, and event staff assist with the coordination of all the minor things that contribute to a memorable event. HOST YOUR PRIVATE EVENT AT THE CHAPEL The Chapel is completely equipped with state-of-the-art sound, lighting, and projection technologies, everything at your fingertips, thanks to its 40' high arched ceiling. We can create the event of your dreams whether you have 10 or 1,000 people. Our turnkey strategy allows us to handle everything from birthday brunches to multi-day conferences because we have all of our services in-house, from food to beverage. THE CHAPEL IS A ONE-STOP-SHOP FOR ALL SIZES AND STYLES OF EVENTS. Are you looking for the perfect location for your next private gathering? We have created and hosted everything from corporate parties to social gatherings, fundraisers, product launches, day and evening conferences, tour and travel groups, and media shoots, and we look forward to putting our expertise to work for you. We offer a very versatile, all-encompassing event space with a full-time crew that will personally supervise your event. Security professionals, dining directors, artisan drink creators, a full-scale audio/video/lighting system with production crew, planning assistance, and an in-house executive chef all work together to create unique, dynamic, and bespoke menus with aplomb and flare. PLEASE NOTE: All patrons will need to show valid proof of full vaccination in order to attend indoor shows at The Chapel. ("Full vaccination" means two weeks after your final dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.) We will not be accepting negative COVID-19 tests. You are also required to wear a mask at all times while indoors (unless actively eating or drinking.) Let's all stay safe!

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Waterfront Hotel in Oakland offers more than a sweet-spot location on the waterfront and within Jack London Square, with the marina at our back door. Our hotel has one of the most popular coffee shops in the region, as well as a heated outdoor pool, fitness facility, and friendly staff who are always willing to assist you in planning your Oakland experience. Waterfront Hotel is one of Oakland's most popular meeting and event sites, thanks to its natural light and bay views. For meetings of up to 300 people, flexible indoor and outdoor facilities, competent event planners, and personalized services ensure success. We're here to make your wedding preparation as simple and stress-free as possible, from bespoke wedding menus to recommendations for the best flowers, limousine services, and bridal stores in the Oakland region. Hotel and event professionals with years of experience and dedication are here to assist you. Allow your guests to stay in one of the 145 hotel rooms and suites, some of which have excellent views of San Francisco and the harbor.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

The USS Potomac is Franklin D. Roosevelt's historic presidential yacht — a 165-foot vessel docked at 540 Water Street in Oakland, California, on the shores of San Francisco Bay. Built in 1934 as a U.S. Coast Guard cutter and converted into FDR's floating White House in 1936, the ship served the 32nd president through the Great Depression and World War II before becoming a National Historic Landmark. Following a fourteen-year restoration, the Potomac opened to the public in 1995 and has since welcomed more than half a million visitors. The vessel offers private charters for groups of up to 120 guests for standing cocktail-style receptions, with reduced capacity for seated dining. Charter options include two- to three-hour cruises on San Francisco Bay — with departure and return from Oakland, or remote docking in San Francisco or Sausalito — as well as stationary dockside charters at the Oakland berth. Every charter includes full access to the ship, a Coast Guard-licensed five-person crew, and two to three docents available to lead historical tours. The Potomac is well suited to anniversaries, weddings and receptions, corporate events, retirement parties, and other private celebrations. Live bands and DJs are accommodated, and a preferred caterer list is available. Guests should note that, as a 1934-era historic vessel, the ship features narrow doorways, raised thresholds, and multiple decks without elevator access.

• Spaces for 75-30,000 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Event Space

From an elegant dinner in the Dugout to a 30,000-person concert on the Field, we make bold things happen. We partner with top-tier organizations around the world to promote and market live events. When you’re all in for a one-of-a-kind event, you can’t beat the venues, views and vintage charm of “baseball’s perfect address.” Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants, offers a diverse array of event spaces, sweeping views of the Bay and exclusive insider access to this iconic San Francisco landmark. Make memories with a VIP ticket inside the home of World Series champions. Make the Field the start of something big. You’ll find an array of baseball-centric settings, from the wildly original to the unabashedly sophisticated. Imagine hosting a fantasy batting practice while taking swings in the batter’s box — the exact spot where the pros work their magic. Have something bigger in mind? A seated dinner for hundreds, a summer picnic for a thousand, an opening night conference reception for 10,000 or a star-studded concert for 40,000? Let’s make it happen. From black tie dinners in the dugout to new business pitches under the scoreboard lights, anything — and everything — is game at Oracle Park. And that’s just the beginning. The renowned Oracle Park offers a lineup of spaces with the flexibility to host events large and small and everything in between. You can book the Field for your keynote event, then have the run of a dozen other venues — yachts, a museum, private clubs, suites and more — for meals, breakouts, large receptions and intimate gatherings. Let your imagination run wild. Make a splash with stunning, on-the-water experiences crafted to impress. Imagine hosting your event on our luxuriously appointed vessels – the spacious California Spirit or the intimate Diamond Seas – while sweeping across spectacular San Francisco Bay, from McCovey Cove by Oracle Park, to the Golden Gate Bridge and beyond. Led by our award-winning hospitality team, dazzle your guests with one-of-a-kind events paired with impeccable start-to-finish services for great memories in the making. Our Giants Maritime Fleet offers the premier luxury yacht experience in San Francisco to indulge in unforgettable experiences.

• Spaces for 55 Guests

• Spaces for 25-175 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Guests of Alexander's Steakhouse can choose from two private dining rooms and one semi-private space to create the ideal setting for their special occasion. We cordially invite you and your guests to enjoy classic American steakhouse cuisine with an Asian twist at our restaurant. We will take care of every detail so that you can enjoy your special event with your guests. From client dinners to cocktail soirees, product launches to multi-course food and wine pairings, our warm and professional team will take care of everything. Our gracious hospitality, inviting rooms, and delectable cuisine ensure that your event will be extraordinary and unforgettable. The Mezzanine Level The semi-private Mezzanine, which is located on the upper level and overlooks the Main Dining Room below, features exposed brick walls and large arched windows in a loft-like setting. In order to maintain privacy, heavy draperies and custom shoji screens can be closed if desired. It can accommodate up to 18 people. The Wine Library is a place where you can learn about wine. The Wine Library, which is located on the lower level of the restaurant, is the ideal setting for groups of 10 to 70 people. The room is equipped with a built-in wireless AV system, as well as separate men's and women's restrooms. As guests enter, they are immediately drawn to our dramatic floor-to-ceiling wine display, which continues to be a recurring theme throughout the space. Comfortable lighting and warm, rich colors contribute to a relaxing atmosphere. The space can be reconfigured to accommodate theater-style seating, board meetings, wine tastings, and performances, among other uses. The Board of Directors The private Board Room, which is located on the Mezzanine level with a view of the Main Dining Room, is ideal for small groups looking for an intimate gourmet experience with a private pre-dinner reception before their meal. It is possible to seat up to 10 people at our hand-carved mahogany board table. Beautiful custom shoji screens open up to reveal the bustling dining room below, or they can be closed to provide privacy. The room is equipped with a large flat-screen television that can be used for presentations. It can accommodate up to 20 people.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Marigold boldly mixes luxury and sophistication in a laid-back ambiance, and is known for its exquisite craft cocktails, globally selected spirits, and local beer choices. We provide a variety of rental options for any event, whether it's a formal reception, a relaxed evening, or a dance party. Hosting is simple with fully customisable bar options and food packages. Marigold is the perfect place to hold your event! Wedding Receptions, Rehearsal Dinners, Birthday Parties, Team Building, and Launch Parties are just few of the events we've worked on. Whether you want a Full Hosted Open Bar where your visitors don't have to worry about a thing, a Non-Host Bar where your guests pay for their own beverages, or a Hybrid where a portion of the bar is hosted, we can build the bar to match your needs. Hil's Cooking and Aburaya are two of our favorite neighborhood caterers. We've chosen caterers who are easy to work with, offer reasonable prices, can accommodate any dietary restriction or allergy, and, most importantly, serve wonderful cuisine!

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Event Space

BuzzWorks is SOMA's premiere craft beer sports bar, also serving spirits, wine, & cider. Our 40 taps constantly rotate, paired with eye-popping entertainment on our 30 screens. We feature pinball, pool tables & good vibes. Any event is possible at BuzzWorks, from a simple reservation to a full buyout. BuzzWorks is a versatile event space which can be customized to make your event truly special. In addition to our normal day-to-day operation, we are super flexible: Complete Audio & Visual Control 24-hour availabilty (however, we cannot serve alcohol between 2AM-6AM) Plentiful External Food Programs Large Capacity with Open Floor Plan Discounts for large groups. Unbelievable Monday-Friday daytime rates!

• Spaces for 12-130 Guests
• 2 Boats
• 2 Waterfront

The most luxurious owner-operated Yachts available for private group dining events on the San Francisco Bay.

• Spaces for 400-725 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Designed with versatility in mind, Terra offers two diverse levels with a total of 24,000 square feet that can be kept totally separate or connected, providing multiple environments to suit your needs. As one of the top private party and wedding venues in the San Francisco bay area, Terra can also accommodate a broad range of special events — from corporate meetings, conferences, trade shows and product launches to fundraisers, fashion shows and performances. TERRA (UPPER LEVEL) The spacious open upper level venue, Terra, has 5,000 square feet of Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, white gallery walls hung with art, soaring 20-foot ceilings and a carpeted reception area with floor-to-ceiling windows with blackout capabilities. Light pours in during the day, and at night, city lights turn the wall of glass into a vast glittering tableau. The carpeted lounge area has leather furniture, plants and a baby grand piano. Capacity: 725 stand-up reception and up to 400 seated. MER (LOWER LEVEL) Mer, the lower level venue, has inlaid glass tile serpentine bars, a contemporary receiving room, hardwood floors, a built-in oak stage with lighting and large restrooms. Capacity: 725 stand up reception and up to 200 seated. One of the highlights of this level is a 3,000 square-foot landscaped outdoor area, which can be tented to host up to 300. LOCATION Terra’s prime location in SOMA is just minutes away from San Francisco’s top hotels, restaurants, Moscone Convention Center, cultural activities and AT&T Park… A great convenience to your guests and attendees and an essential decision-making factor when choosing among wedding and private party venues in San Francisco. VERSATILITY Terra Gallery and Event Venue can accommodate all your special event needs under one roof. Our two floors of unique and versatile space allows us to customize and separate the venue to suit your needs so you can have your meetings, receptions and dinner parties all in one convenient location. We are one of the most versatile and unique corporate event venues San Francisco. SUPERB ATTENTION TO DETAIL Terra’s talented and experienced team will work closely with you throughout to ensure that your event is seamless and outstanding. From wedding receptions and private parties to corporate events and conferences, our attention to detail makes Terra one of the top San Francisco meeting venues.

• Spaces for 12-385 Guests
• 1 Theater
• 3 Event Spaces
• 2 Meeting Spaces

The Oakland Asian Cultural Center (OACC) is a 15,000-square-foot cultural venue located in Pacific Renaissance Plaza in Oakland's Chinatown neighborhood. Founded in 1984 and operating in its current facility since 1996, OACC builds community through Asian and Pacific Islander arts and cultural programming — offering event spaces available for private rental alongside its ongoing exhibitions, performances, and educational offerings. Six distinct spaces accommodate gatherings of varying sizes and formats. The 3,180-square-foot Auditorium, with its raised stage, professional theater lighting, full sound system, and two dressing rooms, hosts banquets for up to 162 guests or theater-style events for 275. Conference Rooms 4 and 5 can be opened into a combined 1,760-square-foot meeting hall for up to 100 attendees, while the smaller Conference Rooms 2 and 3 serve intimate gatherings of up to 20. A 825-square-foot Dance Studio with hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, and large southeast-facing windows rounds out the offerings, along with a 1,488-square-foot Lobby suitable for receptions of up to 85 guests. The facility is ADA accessible, located adjacent to a parking garage, and provides catering coordination through its commercial kitchen. Events professionals and nonprofits are welcome, with discounted rates available for certain users.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Preservation Park is a collection of 16 turn-of-the-century Victorian buildings set in the heart of downtown Oakland, California, two blocks from the 12th Street/City Center BART station. The park traces its roots to the 1870s, when the site flourished as an upscale residential neighborhood of elaborate Victorian homes. By the 1970s, many structures had fallen into disrepair and a proposed freeway threatened what remained. The City of Oakland responded with a public-private partnership that relocated endangered buildings and restored them for commercial use — preserving the facades, period-appropriate landscaping, Victorian-era park benches, and street lamps that define the property today. Together, the buildings offer 55,604 rentable square feet of space for weddings, corporate events, nonprofit gatherings, private celebrations, and meetings. Managed by the East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC), Preservation Park brings together historic architectural character and modern event amenities in a setting that has earned praise for its scenery, natural light, and photogenic backdrops throughout the Oakland community.

• Spaces for 49 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Boat
• 1 space at this venue

Celebrate a company milestone, team building exercises, off-site meetings, board meetings, or simply to entertain clients with a catered event. With a sunset behind the Golden Gate Bridge, any event can be transformed into something truly spectacular. The presence of dolphins, whales, seals, and sea lions rolling around the Bay beneath the boat adds to the ever-increasing sense of anticipation and adventure. Your guests will never forget an afternoon or evening spent on the bay as part of your company's outing or gathering. Please contact us so that we can collaborate on this. It's difficult to imagine a more breathtaking setting than the view of the San Francisco Bay from the Golden Gate Bridge. Seeing whales and dolphins, passing large ships, or getting a close-up view of the Golden Gate Bridge are all memorable experiences that define the beauty of the world. Consider the possibility of having your wedding reception in that location. The single most spectacular day of your life has arrived, and with a yacht charter on San Francisco Bay, you can make it even more spectacular than you imagined. It is possible to create a lasting memory while exchanging vows in front of the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, or the Yerba Buena Lighthouse with your soon-to-be spouse in front of friends and family. On the bay, you have the unique opportunity to witness this magical moment firsthand!

• Spaces for 144-180 Guests
• 1 Event Space

BEI San Francisco makes arranging any event simple with a mix of traditional function locations and contemporary, flexible spaces. Take a look at all of our venues before getting in touch with our team to plan, book, and collaborate on the idea for your event. Say "I Do" in front of the people who matter the most to you. With the San Francisco skyline as your backdrop, toast to your love. With over 397 beautifully outfitted guest rooms, your guests will feel right at home. Bring your wedding ideas to reality at BEI San Francisco, from intimate ceremonies to spectacular parties. For weekday weddings, we also have a City Hall Package. It's your day, and you get to do things your way! To learn more, go here. Ceremonies, on the other hand, are only the beginning. Bridal shower brunches, post-wedding luncheons, outdoor cocktail hours, and a whole lot more are all possibilities. Continue reading, then work with our skilled and supportive team to create your happily-ever-after. Our 4,000-square-foot terrace is ideal for any size wedding gathering. It has enough room for seating, an amazing outdoor dance floor, or whatever else you can think of. Your guests will remember how much fun they had celebrating in this wonderful space long after they've left.

West Oakland, California's 16th Street Station is a historic landmark that dates back to the late nineteenth century. At this time, we are not renting the interior space of the building, and we are only renting the area immediately surrounding the building. As a backdrop, the site boasts a magnificent Main Hall that is truly breath-taking. The 16th Street Station will no longer be taking any rental commitments for events that will take place within the Station. Rental of outside areas is still available. Please inquire. The 16th Street Station, which opened on August 1, 1912, marked the beginning of West Oakland as the city's gateway. The Station, which was constructed for $300,000 by the Southern Pacific Railway and designed by Chicago architect Jarvis Hunt, was built by the railroad for $300,000. That same year, the Station was featured in Western Architect magazine. The Station served as the western terminus of the transcontinental railway system, and was the last stop on the Western line. Even as recently as the 1950s, Southern Pacific was one of Oakland's most significant private sector employers. By the 1960s, the railroad company had realized that their primary source of revenue was freight transportation rather than passenger travel. However, in the early years, the usage was quite different from what it is today.