Top Oceanside Venues

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Our four unrivaled oceanfront sites, designed for both corporate and social occasions, deliver the ideal Southern California experience. On the sand and waves of Beach House, there are fire pits and a live entertainment stage. Take your event to new heights on Cannonball's rooftop, where every seat has a view of the ocean. Are you looking for a place to hold your event inside? Draft has 6,000 square feet of seaside brews and boardwalk views. Alternatively, take in the views from the Coaster Terrace rooftop, which is located between the Mission Beach boardwalk and the Giant Dipper roller coaster. With many rides and attractions right next door at historic Belmont Park, nothing pairs better with our cuisine than excitement, nostalgia, and fun as the backdrop to your gathering. The famous Giant Dipper Roller Coaster is just feet away from this rooftop location with views of the ocean. Amazing indoor/outdoor area that can accommodate any type of event. A blank canvas awaits your personalization. Completely private, but with easy access to all of the park's vitality. The Coaster Room and Terrace, with ocean views to the west and the iconic Giant Dipper to the east, is a wonderful spot to celebrate any occasion. Our 4000 square foot rooftop facility has both indoor and outdoor accommodations, as well as banquet rounds, linens (32 colors to pick from), 24” belly-bars or cocktail tables, and white banquet chairs. The interior Coaster Room has sliding glass doors that open to the east and west, giving the venue a true indoor/outdoor experience.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

THE RANCH EVENTS TO REDISCOVER We're familiar to the majority of you. For nearly 30 years, we have been providing catering for events in San Diego. For those who haven't needed catering or haven't planned an event yet, we invite you to browse our website and learn more about our services. Let us work together again if you have previously collaborated with us. No matter what you choose, our knowledgeable and caring staff will ensure that your gathering is a success. EXAMPLE OF WORKING MODEL Make your event dream a reality with our assistance! Ranch Events is a full-service catering company with years of experience. We will design the perfect event for your needs and desires. A variety of service types, such as plated meals, buffet stations, and cocktail receptions, are well-understood by our knowledgeable staff. WEDDING No matter how many times you get married, every one is unique. A wedding of your dreams is possible. Come in and talk with us, or look at our photos, linens, and china collection. Guests can also take advantage of a complimentary tasting. We can assist you with everything from the bridal shower to the rehearsal dinner, reception, and after-party. EVENTS HELD BY COMPANY Bringing years of hands-on experience in entertainment, floral design, event styling, event production, food and beverage, and hospitality to each event allows us to deliver a high-quality production while also educating our clients. CAKES FOR WEDDINGS THAT ARE BEAUTIFUL Every bride is different, so are the styles and colors of wedding cakes that we have created over the last 30 years. They represent each one as unique and special as the brides who have had them made. A FULL SERVICE FLORIST DEPARTMENT Ranch Events has a full service florist department that can create custom wedding and event flowers and décor for your special occasion. The celebration of your life can be as small and intimate as a family gathering or as large as an industry or corporate event.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Have your next event at Bird's Surf Shed. An unassuming Quonset hut tucked away in a raw industrial locale, Bird’s Surf Shed is an oasis for the San Diego surf scene and a perfect venue for any special event. The Shed boasts an 1,800 SF floor, which can be entirely cleared to provide a completely open space. Arched ceilings covered by an expansive collection of awe-inspiring boards provide high clearance for installments. Fundraisers, community events, grad parties, and movie premiers are commonplace, and with San Diego surf history everywhere you look, the Shed is sure to provide an amazing atmosphere.

• Spaces for 300-350 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Weddings and other special occasions Ceremonies: Marina Village has two outdoor ceremony locations with a beautiful marina backdrop. We'll set up chairs and an arch for you. The light-filled spaces are ideal for dramatic entrances... You can arrive in a limo, antique car, or even a horse-drawn carriage (we can make recommendations if you don't have one in mind). The surrounding grounds' natural splendor offers the scene for spectacular images; exchange your vows as the sun sets over the bay for an everlasting memory. Marina Village is one of the few event venues in San Diego that offers beachfront banquet rooms with varied views. Whether you're planning a small, personal gathering or a large event for 350 guests, our knowledgeable staff will assist you in finding the ideal lodging to match your style and budget. Vaulted ceilings and loft spaces, curving walls, built-in dance floors, and second-story views are just a few of the unusual characteristics found in each room. Conferences and Meetings Marina Village Conference Center, a popular venue for meetings, conferences, and seminars, provides the ideal location to boost the efficiency of your corporate event. Training seminars, employee retreats, workshops, and trade exhibits can all be held in our lovely environment. Marina Village Conference Center offers a variety of large conference rooms and smaller breakout rooms to fit the most basic to the most sophisticated setups. All of the rooms have windows that look out into the waterfront or beautifully planted courtyards, creating a pleasant atmosphere - a welcome change from a windowless boardroom! The room rent includes tables and chairs, which are set up according to your preferences. Support Services: We invite you to hold your next meeting, seminar, trade exhibition, or workshop in our facility. Wireless Internet connectivity and a wide range of audio-visual equipment are available in all conference and meeting rooms (feel free to contact us for rate quotes). You are also free to bring your own equipment, but please keep in mind that we do not have a professional on hand.

• Spaces for 200-2,300 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

Soka University of America offers event rentals on its Aliso Viejo, California campus, set amid Tuscan-style architecture overlooking a 4,000-acre wildlife preserve in southern Orange County. The university has hosted corporate functions, weddings, receptions, conferences, and private celebrations for over two decades, with facilities accommodating gatherings ranging from 25 to 2,300 guests. Multiple event spaces span the campus grounds. Founders Hall houses the two-story Art Gallery — an 8,000-square-foot gallery with hardwood floors suited for banquets, cocktail receptions, fundraisers, and holiday parties — as well as a third-floor Meeting Room for lectures and corporate gatherings. The Athenaeum, available exclusively for outdoor events, features a garden and courtyard with a 180-degree view of the canyon, adjacent to the landmark Tuscan-style building. The Recreation Center Gymnasium spans 18,000 square feet with high ceilings, a wood surface floor, and state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, accommodating large-scale events from galas to athletic competitions and concerts. The campus also hosts weddings, high school dances, dance competitions, gymnastics meets, quilt shows, and summer residential conferences. Outside caterers are welcome with advance notice, and wedding bookings are coordinated through a professional event planner.

• Spaces for 120-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Country Club

Riverwalk Golf Club's beautiful 7,000 square-foot clubhouse offers a variety of unique indoor and outdoor event space to choose from, providing a unique, upscale ambience for events ranging from rehearsal dinners and weddings to business meetings, fundraising galas, golf tournament receptions and holiday parties to bar and bat mitzvahs and quinceaneras. You and your guests will be impressed by Riverwalk Golf Club's breathtaking views, which overlook the beautiful golf course landscape. The Riverwalk staff will provide you and your guests with unsurpassed service and irresistible cuisine. They will help you with every detail from start to finish so you can relax and enjoy your event. You and your guests will love the premium service, amenities, and ambience of a country club – even if you aren’t members. Riverwalk Golf Club hosts San Diego events of all sizes and types, with packages that are affordable and customizable. The only thing better than the venue's spectacular event facilities and gorgeous setting is their attention to detail! The Riverwalk Golf Club team of event professionals go the extra mile to ensure your wedding, private event, or meeting is picture-perfect from beginning to end.

• Spaces for 22-294 Guests
• 6 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 6 Total Spaces

Mozambique Laguna Beach is an ocean-view steakhouse and live music venue situated along South Coast Highway in Laguna Beach, California. Drawing inspiration from South African coastal dining traditions, the restaurant specializes in wood-fired steaks and fresh seafood seasoned with signature Peri-Peri pepper, while its second floor hosts Ivan'z House — a dedicated music club featuring regional and national artists Thursday through Sunday. Six distinct event spaces accommodate groups of varying sizes, from the intimate 22-seat Palm Patio to the 294-guest Ivan'z House, covering everything from private dinners to full reception-style buyouts. Spaces include the Veranda Rooftop with panoramic ocean and city views, the Garden Patio with a firepit and lush greenery, the speakeasy-themed Durban Room with a fireplace and piano, and the Parrot Room equipped with a screen and projector. Event packages include linens, tableware, full bar service, audio/visual capabilities, valet, and complimentary transportation — all coordinated by an on-site events team.

• Spaces for 300-700 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor

San Diego has beautiful weather all year and provides a variety of exciting activities and events every day. Everything is just a stone's throw away from the Handlery Hotel San Diego, from holiday celebrations and seasonal festivals to cultural events and sporting events on land, sea, and air. The Handlery Hotel San Diego delivers memorable moments in a gorgeous location for your wedding day, with one of the only private outdoor garden ceremony settings in San Diego, enchanting ballrooms with al fresco patios, and delicious cuisine. With an educated team ready to assist you in planning, answering questions, and fulfilling requests, the Handlery Hotel San Diego will ensure that your San Diego wedding, reception, or special celebration is a pleasant, festive, and stress-free affair. Our planning staff will take care of every detail whether you're organizing a sales conference, product presentation, training session, boardroom meeting, or awards banquet. You and your guests will experience meeting venues tailored to your needs, with focused attention from our onsite meeting specialist and great culinary cuisine.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

The historic temple at Heritage County Park is the ideal interior location for your wedding ceremony. In this Victorian town in Old Town, the park's vast lawn provides you a sense of the outdoors. The lovely Heritage County park, located near San Diego's Old Town, contains several restored Victorian homes as well as the city's earliest synagogue, The Temple Beth Israel. The park is an excellent example of rich San Diego citizens' Victorian architecture from the late 1880s and early 1890s. Weddings, parties, and Bar Mitzvahs are currently held in Temple Beth Israel. The big lawn is still open to the public and can be used for special events. There's a County Park in San Diego that can accommodate your special occasion, whether it's a formal or informal gathering, a small gathering or a large extravaganza. To locate the ideal place for your event, have a look at our diverse event spaces. We're pleased to help you plan the wedding of your dreams, no matter what season it is!

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Historic events happen in historic places. The Junípero Serra Museum is an auxiliary museum operated by the San Diego History Center. Junípero Serra Museum is an iconic regional landmark. Located just above Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, the Serra sits on one of the most significant historical sites on the West Coast, the site of the first permanent European settlement in California. With its renowned architecture and historic setting, the Junípero Serra Museum is one of San Diego’s preferred wedding and event sites. Take your wedding to the top of the city with the Junípero Serra Museum. The museum is a popular destination wedding venue known for its history and rustic charm. With a mission-style outdoor terrace and intimate interior gallery, the Junípero Serra Museum makes a beautiful setting for any wedding or special celebration. The architecturally iconic museum is an ideal setting for a stunning and unique event, overlooking San Diego’s celebrated Old Town and boasting spectacular city and ocean views. The arcaded outdoor terrace and intimate interior gallery create a perfect historical atmosphere for a variety of private events.

• Spaces for 30-674 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Ballrooms

The Crown Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley is one of San Diego's best meeting and conference venues. Their conference room is over 30,000 square feet and can be configured in a variety of ways. The Crowne Plaza Meeting Director and skilled staff at the Crown Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley will ensure that your event is a total success. The location has a variety of indoor and outdoor event areas to suit your needs. You will have a dedicated point of contact for your whole event after booking an event space at Crown Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley. They'll take care of everything so you can sit back and enjoy your occasion. A single point of contact for the duration of your event. We'll take care of the minutiae so you can concentrate on the big picture. We'll assist you in finding the ideal location for a more productive and effective meeting. We'll answer to your request with space, cost, and date availability within two hours.

Seven4one is a boutique coastal hotel on South Coast Highway in Laguna Beach, California, available exclusively as a full private-buyout venue for weddings and special events. The property's 10 guestrooms and 2 suites, described as the largest vacation rental in Orange County, become an all-inclusive celebration setting when reserved in full — guests enjoy overnight accommodations alongside their event. The venue accommodates intimate gatherings of up to 100 guests across several distinct spaces: an ocean-view sun deck and open-air urban courtyard for ceremonies, an ocean-view deck for cocktails and sunset viewing, a sleek lobby lounge for relaxed conversation, and a central courtyard lounge for dancing. The beachside setting is customizable to match each couple's or group's vision. Kitchen S4O provides in-house culinary services with flexible styles ranging from passed hors d'oeuvres to formal dining, along with bar packages and signature cocktails. Seven4one hosts weddings, anniversary celebrations, corporate retreats, and other private gatherings, approaching each event as custom-built around the client's preferences.

• Spaces for 105-115 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

The Inn at Sunset Cliffs is one of only a few San Diego hotels and venues truly located on the Pacific Ocean. The space is just steps away from Ocean Beach, and creates a tranquil and relaxing atmosphere to accomodate any guest. The Inn at Sunset Cliffs has the largest deck on the entire west coast. Designed after Santorini, Greece, the waterfront hotel boasts a scenic atmosphere all year long, with million-dollar views everyday. The Inn at Sunset Cliffs hosts unforgettable weddings. They will ensure any type of event is a complete success. Their two ocean-view terraces allow space for you to hold both a ceremony and a reception in the same location. Weddings for up to 105 guests include round tables and banquet tables, and you can decorate the day prior to your event. The hotel is available for a full buyout, where you and your guests will be the only people on the property.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

BeachCliff Villas was created specifically for you. Each accommodation, as well as our hospitality and amenities, has been designed to make your stay as delightful and peaceful as possible. We hope that our meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout your stay. ​ The Beachcliff Villas is a multi-unit property in San Diego's Ocean Beach district, located along Sunset Cliffs. It can be rented in its entirety or in individual units. We can also cater to special events. Our home has panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, front-row seats to stunning sunsets, and a large yard with a casual, relaxing atmosphere to enjoy. The core of Ocean Beach is a short walk away. Enjoy the shops, restaurants, bars, main beaches, and bustling activities before returning to The Beachcliff Villas and its tranquil setting. Our position, perched on the edge of Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, is a must-see for both visitors and residents of San Diego.

• Spaces for 180-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

Occasions at Laguna Village, nestled along Laguna Beach's stunning coastline, invites you to be a guest at your own wedding. We provide individual service to organize and execute every detail of your big day professionally and in a dreamy setting. Our oceanfront wedding terrace offers one of the most stunning vistas on the California Coastline, framed by year-round hillside gardens and surrounded by the peaceful sound of the Pacific surf. The elegance of Occasions at Laguna Village will ensure that your big day is remembered for a lifetime in the most romantic setting on the Pacific Coast. If you read our evaluations, you'll see that people are raving not only about our location, but also about how wonderful our event planning and coordination team, led by Dayna Lewis, was. Dayna and her staff will guide you through every step of the planning process so that every moment of your special day is perfect. Laguna Village's events includes all you need for cuisine, decor, entertainment, and lighting in a variety of packages.

• Spaces for 20-200 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

When it comes to a wedding, reception, or private banquet, Carlton Oaks offers both indoor and outdoor venues perfect to host events and celebrations of all sorts. Carlton Oaks professional event staff will ensure a successful and enjoyable celebration for a wedding or other event. Carlton Oaks Golf Course offers spaces such as The Crest Room, which features a large dance floor, complete bar with a bartender, and a beautiful view of the golf course. The room opens out to the expansive Crest Patio, which offers additional event seating. Carlton Oaks offers on-site catering, options for indoor or outdoor weddings and special occasions, a 58-room newly remodeled lodge, and an on-site restaurant and bar.

• Spaces for 40 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

The Moniker Warehouse is a modern industrial venue in downtown San Diego's dynamic East Village that lends itself to weddings, concerts, fundraisers, art events, and whatever else you can throw our way. The adaptable urban setting is a blank canvas waiting to be altered by your creativity. A bright and airy drinking room leads into a rustic main space with exposed pillars, original white brick walls, market lights, and garage access. The space can accommodate receptions of up to 160 people, mix-and-mingle events of up to 250 people, and concerts of up to 300 people. In early 2022, the Warehouse will undergo some interesting upgrades. We're expanding the main space by 1,500 square feet, adding a bridal room, and updating the lighting. Sound equipment, tables, seats, lighting, a bridal suite, and a full list of vendors are all included in the venue rental. The parking garage can accommodate 30 automobiles, plus there is plenty of street parking in the surrounding area.

• Spaces for 145-175 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space

White satin is worth its weight in gold when it comes to wedding venues that take your breath away. That is why The Thursday Club is so valuable! The Thursday Club has spectacular ocean vistas and a lush, bright garden, making it one of San Diego's most picturesque wedding settings. Our magnificent Clubhouse, which was built in 1927 in the Spanish architectural style, is on a half-acre of breathtaking ocean view property in Point Loma. The well-kept, frequently blooming gardens welcome you inside our quaint San Diego event site. Original, beautifully maintained hardwood flooring, French doors, stained glass windows, and historic elements in the chandeliers, crown moldings, and finishes can be found inside the clubhouse. A immaculate garden with a flowing fountain, green arbors, trellises, winding walks, and spectacular beach views can be found outside. We're confident you'll agree that The Thursday Club is one of San Diego's best wedding venues! The Thursday Club's Spanish-inspired building is incredibly stunning and gives a fantastic sense of flair to any occasion or celebration.

• Spaces for 20-200 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

Laguna Art Museum is a cultural institution founded in 1918 by local artists, situated at 307 Cliff Drive in Laguna Beach, California. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the museum has served as a gathering place for art and community for over a century, dedicated to presenting art that embodies and preserves the California experience. The museum offers a range of event spaces that accommodate gatherings from intimate workshops to large receptions of up to 350 guests. The Steele Gallery, the largest of the museum's event galleries, seats 120 guests at rounds, while a second gallery accommodates 60–80 guests in rows. A conference room equipped with a projector and screen supports meetings, workshops, and training sessions, and a Kids' Studio provides a creative birthday celebration environment for younger guests. Private events benefit from on-site amenities including a stage, podium, wireless microphones, sound system, and a kitchen with a 30-inch gas oven and warming drawers. The museum works with a preferred vendor list of caterers, musicians, DJs, florists, and valet services, and welcomes outside caterers for maximum flexibility.

• Spaces for 60 Guests

St. Francis by the Sea is a historic cathedral in the heart of Laguna Beach, California, operating as the National Historic Cathedral of The American Catholic Church. Located at 430 Park Ave, the venue is known to locals as "Laguna Beach's historic little Cathedral" and welcomes couples, families, and community members for a wide range of sacramental celebrations. The cathedral hosts weddings, baptisms, quinceaneras, and memorial services, and is available as a destination venue for couples traveling from across the country. Its flexible marriage canons accommodate interfaith couples and those with prior marriages who may find fewer options at other parishes, with clergy serving more than 70 communities across Southern California from Ventura County to Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.