Top Novato Venues

• Spaces for 200 Guests

B.WAY THEATER Located in the heart of San Francisco’s vibrant Mission District, ODC Theater is an innovative venue ready to suit your live and digital needs. The B.Way Theater exists to empower and develop innovative artists. It participates in the creation of new works through commissioning, presenting, mentorship and space access; it develops informed, engaged and committed audiences; and advocates for the performing arts as an essential component to the economic and cultural development of our community. This 170-seat venue is the site of over 150 performances a year involving nearly 1,000 local, regional, national and international artists. The B.Way Theater is a flexible venue able to accommodate your dance/theater/musical production, broadcast, keynote speakers, film or photo shoot, and more.

• Spaces for 400-600 Guests

Located on the vibrant Oakland waterfront, Scott's Jack London Square offers an exceptional dining experience for events in any of our six private rooms. From grand ballrooms to elegant dining rooms, our venue encompasses the perfect backdrop for your meeting or special occasion featuring breathtaking views of the Oakland Estuary and San Francisco skyline. With five decades of experience, Scott’s has honed the ability to provide quality, fine-dining cuisine and crafted a devoted team of hospitality professionals that are dedicated to providing a memorable experience for you and your invited guests.

• Spaces for 100-500 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Total Spaces

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center is a full-service hotel and event venue located at 101 McInnis Parkway in San Rafael, California. Opened in 1990, it is the largest full-service hotel in Marin County and sits a footbridge away from the Marin County Convention Center and Civic Center, 15 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge and within easy reach of Sonoma and Napa wine country. The hotel offers more than 19,000 square feet of flexible event space across multiple rooms and outdoor areas, accommodating gatherings from intimate private dinners to large receptions and conferences of up to 500 guests. The flagship San Rafael Ballroom spans 6,064 square feet and can be configured into three separate sections, while the outdoor Culinary Garden provides a more intimate setting for smaller events. The property also features 236 two-room suites for overnight guests and holds Bay Area Green Business and State Certified Green Business designations. In-house catering options include buffets, seated dinners, boxed lunches, passed hors d'oeuvres, and bar service. State-of-the-art audiovisual equipment with on-site support, onsite parking, and dedicated event coordination round out the hotel's event offerings.

Who We Are and What We Do Iron Springs is a bar and brewery in Fairfax, California, that is owned and operated by the local community. Everything on the table, from the hot sauce to the ales, is painstakingly hand created on the premises, resulting in wonderful food and beer that is truly unique. Events and Private Parties Iron Springs is a great place to host your next event, no matter how big or little. We have a variety of alternatives to meet your requirements: For a sit-down dinner, our private green room can accommodate up to 15 people; for stand-up appetizers and beverages, it can accommodate up to 25 people. In this chamber, a great deal of Fairfax magic has taken place! Rear alcove in the main dining room: Our back alcove is perfect for hosting an informal function, such as a rehearsal dinner, for bigger groups. It has a capacity of 20-40 people depending on the setup. Despite the fact that it is not private, it is located in the back and is a special space that may be decorated as desired. Organizing a larger private party or corporate event? Get in touch with us to discuss your possibilities for hosting a larger event or booking the entire restaurant. Music can be played through our state-of-the-art Meyer Sound System, which is also available. Order from the main menu, or get in touch with us if you would like to create a custom menu in advance. Requests for all events should be made with as much advance notice as feasible. Catering: Our expert chefs can collaborate with you to create a fantastic meal for your upcoming event or gathering.

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Hotel
• 1 space at this venue

Mountain Home Inn is a historic 10-room boutique hotel and event venue perched on the Mt. Tamalpais ridgeline in Mill Valley, California — just 20 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Built in 1912 by Swiss-German founders who surveyed the mountain to find its most scenic vantage point, the inn sits 900 feet above the village of Mill Valley with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, San Francisco Bay, and the canopy of Muir Woods below. It is the only commercial property permitted on Mt. Tamalpais, a distinction that reflects both its historic status and enduring connection to this iconic landscape. The venue's three common event spaces — a sun-drenched terrace, a dining room, and a cozy lounge — welcome private celebrations of up to 75 guests, along with two dedicated private rooms: the Mountain View Room, featuring vistas of the surrounding Mt. Tam peaks, and the intimate Bay View Room. The venue is well suited to weddings, private parties, and corporate meetings and retreats. Full beverage service is available on-site, with professional bartenders and a full bar featuring beer and wine. External caterers are welcome, and the venue's proximity to outdoor ceremony sites — including Muir Woods, Muir Beach, Stinson Beach, and the Muir Beach Overlook — makes it a natural base for celebrations that spill beyond its walls.

Your Dream Wedding in the Bay Area Yes. You CAN afford a Bay Area wedding or event. Your wedding day, quinceanera, or bar/bat mitzvah will be stress-free and pleasurable. Our event planning staff will work with you to create the experience of your dreams, whether it is opulent or laid-back. Our location can hold up to 300 people while staying flexible for smaller groups. We have an outside event space that is ideal for summertime gatherings or children's parties. We can create a tent event for you if you want to enjoy a party beneath the sky. The Tudor-style clubhouse of the Richmond Country Club is warm and inviting, with large windows that allow you to take in the beauty of our surrounds. Our patio area overlooks the first tee and is adjacent to an L-shaped dining area that can accommodate up to 200 people for dinner. Our master chef will collaborate with you to create the ideal dinner. Richmond Country Club offers a complete wedding package that includes a wedding coordinator, linens, sound, cuisine, and a full bar with a huge wine selection. Alternatively, you can pick and choose from our services to suit your preferences and budget. Corporate Meetings & Banquets Richmond Country Club has the knowledge, key features, and extra frills to organize a meeting for twenty, a company retreat, or an awards supper for two hundred guests. Our clubhouse includes over 4,500 square feet of space, including private conference rooms, scenic views, and a patio with patio heaters. Our catering event staff takes delight in adhering to your every need and whim, right down to the smallest of details. Visit us ahead of time. To discuss and plan your unique occasion, meet with our Food and Beverage manager.

The Headlands Facility for the Arts is a multidisciplinary, international arts center committed to artists, the creative process, and the creation of new, original ideas and artwork. What we do is only as significant as where we are. Just north of the Golden Gate Bridge, at historic Fort Barry in the Marin Headlands, a component of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, our site consists of a cluster of artist-rehabilitated military structures. Facility Rental: Conveniently located near home, but a world away. Headlands is a one-of-a-kind meeting spot for a variety of events and celebrations. Individuals and organizations can use our facility for classes, meetings, conferences, photo shoots, weddings, and other events. Headlands' venues are great for groups wishing to connect, brainstorm, discuss, celebrate, and think creatively in a quiet setting, just fifteen minutes from San Francisco and convenient to North, East, and South Bay regions. Our campus is located within the 2,100 windswept acres of hills, cliffs, coves, and beaches that make up the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and is housed within artist-renovated 1907 period army barracks. Headlands' renovated and re-imagined historic military barracks have been the venue of several events that combine great cuisine, wonderful people, and a spirit of community and collaboration off the beaten path (and off the grid). Studio visits are possible to engage with artists from Headlands' internationally acclaimed programs. Are you interested in learning more about the options available to your group? Room options, pricing, capacity, and other information can be found on the dedicated rental sites.

• Spaces for 60-130 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Garden
• 1 Park

Fern Cottage is an intimate event venue operated by the East Bay Regional Park District, nestled amongst ferns and groves of redwood trees within Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area in El Sobrante, California. Once a park residence and later a senior center, the 1,000-square-foot cottage sits on a landscaped property featuring two outdoor decks and a private enclosed backyard with a lawn and garden — an easy-to-miss woodland retreat within the East Bay hills. The cottage accommodates up to 60 guests for seated receptions indoors and up to 130 guests overall, making it a natural fit for micro weddings, celebrations, bridal and baby showers, small workshops, and retreats. The interior features two rooms arranged in an L-shape, a cozy gas fireplace, and a full kitchen with refrigerator, freezer, six-burner range with oven, and microwave. A covered back deck (30 by 16 feet) and a front deck (16 by 20 feet) extend the usable space outdoors into the surrounding eucalyptus and redwood setting. The facility includes WiFi, an A/V system with screen, projector, and speakers, plus tables and chairs for up to 75 guests. Wheelchair ramp access and accessible restrooms are available on-site.

• Spaces for 450 Guests

DoubleTree by Hilton Berkeley Marina sits directly on the Berkeley Marina waterfront, offering sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the San Francisco skyline. Located at 200 Marina Blvd in Berkeley, California, the hotel provides easy access to the greater Bay Area via BART, Highway 80, and a complimentary shuttle within a three-mile radius. The property features flexible indoor and outdoor event space with marina views, accommodating gatherings from intimate meetings to banquets of up to 400 guests. Both enclosed ballrooms and open-air areas are available, and the hotel's event planning staff coordinate details including in-house catering and audiovisual services on site. On-site waterfront dining is available at The Berkeley Boathouse restaurant, which offers al fresco dining with Bay views. The hotel holds CHLA Clean + Certified status and is a certified Green Business, with accessible facilities available throughout the property.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Hotel Caza offers event spaces for your next celebration in San Francisco, California.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco is a boutique hotel set in the heart of San Francisco's iconic Fisherman's Wharf neighborhood, steps from Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and The Embarcadero. The five-story red-brick building features arched windows and an industrial-meets-seaside interior, with 316 nautically themed guest rooms and suites overlooking the wharf and surrounding waterfront district. For private events, the hotel offers more than 19,000 square feet of meeting and event space. The Presidio Ballroom is a flexible gathering space featuring a fireplace and skylights; it can be divided into three separate rooms to suit gatherings of varying sizes. The North Point Lounge is designed for conferences and cocktail receptions and is equipped with the latest audiovisual technology. In-house catering with customizable menus and dedicated event support are available for all functions. The property also features Brick & Beam, a restaurant serving local culinary favorites and craft cocktails, along with a heated outdoor pool and hot tub.

• Spaces for 175 Guests

• Spaces for 50-250 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 3 Country Clubs
• 3 Historic Spaces

Presidio Golf & Concordia Club is a private membership club and historic event venue set within the Presidio of San Francisco, approximately ten minutes from downtown. The Tudor-style clubhouse, dating to the club's founding in 1895, was fully renovated and restored in 2016, blending historic character with updated facilities and sweeping views of the golf course and the San Francisco skyline. The clubhouse offers four distinct event spaces accommodating gatherings from intimate dinners to full-buyout receptions of up to 250 guests. The Main Dining Room seats up to 120 guests with golf course and city views, while the Main Bar accommodates 120 guests for pre-dinner cocktails or 50 for seated service. Full clubhouse buyouts open all rooms for multi-room receptions of up to 185 in mixed seated arrangements. The venue provides full in-house catering, bar services, professional event planning staff, and complimentary public parking. The clubhouse is elevator accessible. Event types hosted include weddings, banquets, corporate meetings, wine tastings, and memorial services.