Top Groveland Venues

• Spaces for 350-375 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Estate
• 1 Ranch

Sparks Ranch Resort is a private event destination set on 10 acres of natural terrain in Sonora, California, tucked into the foothills of the Sierra Nevada roughly an hour from Yosemite National Park. The property is framed by century-old oak trees, native meadows, and a seasonal creek, giving it the character of a secluded ranch estate while remaining accessible from the Central Valley and Bay Area. The resort accommodates up to 350 guests across its outdoor ceremony and reception areas, which include a natural rock-walled stage with overhead lighting, a waterfall garden cabana with reception room, and a poolside area centered around an 11-foot-deep, 45,000-gallon saltwater swimming lagoon. Tables, chairs, ambient lighting, outdoor speakers, and a professional bar setup with four-keg refrigeration are included with the venue. Sparks Ranch Resort is available for weddings, family reunions, milestone celebrations, and private social gatherings. Complimentary bridal coordinating services and an engagement photo session are offered with wedding bookings, and the resort provides attendant parking for up to 375 vehicles on the grounds.

• Spaces for 240 Guests

Black Oak Casino Resort sits in the Sierra Nevada foothills near Tuolumne, California, owned and operated by the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians. Set against forested mountain scenery and close to Stanislaus National Forest, the resort offers a full-service destination that blends gaming, dining, accommodations, and entertainment with the outdoor character of the region. The property's conference center features flexible layouts and professional service, supporting events from board meetings to larger company-wide gatherings. Guest accommodations total 196 rooms, including 48 newly added luxury suites suited for executive travel. On-site amenities include a heated pool and spa, 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Beyond the conference and meeting spaces, the resort provides four restaurants and bars, live entertainment at the Willow Creek Lounge, a 24-lane bowling center, and the Elevate indoor action park — giving event groups a range of after-hours options without leaving the property.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Estates
• 2 Gardens

Lillaskog Lodge sits on a forested mountaintop 11 miles from Yosemite National Park's Big Oak Flat entrance, surrounded by the Stanislaus National Forest in the Sierra Nevada foothills near Groveland, California. The lodge was built by hand over six years by founder Bill Charlson — a retired park ranger who purchased fire-damaged acreage, planted approximately 20,000 trees, and milled timber from the land to construct the building. Current owners Liza and Tom have stewarded the property since late 2021, continuing the tradition of hosting more than 25 weddings each year. The venue accommodates celebrations of up to 150 guests across two outdoor event areas: the Lower Lawn, anchored by a gazebo set against sweeping mountain views and frequently used for ceremonies and photography, and the Upper Lawn, a cobblestone-lined space well-suited for dining and receptions under the open sky. The lodge's indoor Dining Room and Great Room — featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and a stone fireplace — provide additional gathering space for smaller groups. Wedding packages include two-night lodge rental, tables, chairs, linens, staff setup and breakdown, and on-call weekend coordination. The large, well-equipped kitchen accommodates self-catering, and extras such as an event tent, patio heaters, and a neighboring cabin are available as add-ons.

• Spaces for 250-410 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space

Sonora Opera Hall & Convention Center occupies a landmark historic building at 250 S. Washington Street in the heart of downtown Sonora, California. The hall traces its origins to 1879, when it was built as a flour mill with funds from the Bonanza Gold Mine. Restored to its original purpose as a performance and gathering space, it has become the centerpiece of downtown Sonora, hosting events every weekend of the year. The main hall features a 52-by-31-foot hardwood floor, elegant burgundy velvet draperies, large windows, a full stage with dimmable lights, and a prep kitchen. The space accommodates up to 250 guests banquet-style and up to 410 in theater configuration, making it suitable for weddings, concerts, business expos, art shows, fundraisers, and community gatherings. Rental includes 25 eight-foot tables, 5 six-foot tables, and 200 padded chairs. A handicapped lift provides accessible entry. The hall is managed by the Sonora Chamber of Commerce.

• Spaces for 30-40 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 space at this venue

McCaffrey House Bed and Breakfast Inn is a three-story mountain lodge nestled at 4,000 feet elevation in the High Sierra, situated in Twain Harte, California — approximately one hour from Yosemite. The property sits on land the McCaffrey family first acquired in 1964, and the current inn was built by owners Michael and Stephanie McCaffrey over five years on the site of the original family cottage. Eight thoughtfully decorated guest rooms offer forest views among tall pines and cedars, and the inn draws one of the highest return guest rates in the bed and breakfast industry. For weddings and intimate celebrations, McCaffrey House accommodates gatherings of 2 to 30 guests, with ceremony options in a forest outdoor setting or in the inn's living room, which features a grand piano. Reception services are tailored through several all-inclusive packages, with catering available by request. The property's amenities include gourmet breakfast, a dedicated spa studio, pet-friendly rooms, and complimentary Starlink WiFi.

• Spaces for 350 Guests