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  Hotel El Cid Palm Springs

  526 S Camino Real, Palm Springs, CA 92264, USA

  Hotel El Cid Palm Springs offers event spaces for your next celebration in Palm Springs, California.

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  Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

  3999 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA

  • Spaces for 80-700 Guests
  • 4 Hotels
  • 4 Ballrooms
  • 2 Boats

  Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa has the best backyard among all San Diego hotels and resorts – Beach North Lawn and Beach South Lawn provide the perfect landscape with the event perfect backdrop. Whether you’re looking for the perfect beach wedding you’ve always dreamed about or a venue to host a holiday party, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, Quinceañera, reunion, anniversary, or birthday celebration, Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa has the perfect event space for you on the majestic shores of Mission Bay. With fresh ocean breezes and exotic ambiance, Catamaran San Diego is an invigorating and creative setting for any group. All 14 of their function rooms are complemented by scenic views, balconies, patios and, most of all, the unforgettable bayfront location. Fresh culinary style and stunning presentations await you as the Catamaran Resort function rooms serve as both meeting rooms and banquet halls depending on your needs. The beachfront Catamaran Resort is the perfect setting for celebrations and memories that will last a lifetime. Say “I do” in front of family and friends with your feet in the sand, throw a milestone birthday party on one of the Catamaran Resort's beautiful lawns adjacent to the beach, or host a shower in the intimate gazebo surrounded by lush and colorful gardens.

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  Brazilian Room

  Wildcat Canyon Rd & Shasta Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708, USA

  • Spaces for 30-225 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 1 Event Space
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Consider holding your next event at one of our event rooms or outdoor areas that are nestled within a natural park setting. Your guests will appreciate the unique historic, artistic, and cultural venues available for various party sizes, both inside and outside the museum walls. Our four event sites, located in serene parkland and coastal settings, are suitable for weddings, celebrations, workshops, and retreats. Our venues are very reasonably priced. Our approved caterer and preferred vendor partners complete the package by providing their expertise and event production experience to assist you in navigating the event planning process from start to finish. If you have any questions, please contact our Rental Facilities Office at brazil@ebparks.org or (510) 544-3164. We also have a number of outdoor picnic areas scattered throughout our parks that are ideal for weddings of every size. Reservations for outdoor locations can be made by calling 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757) and selecting Option 2 from the menu. If you want a fully-staffed event venue operated by one of our approved and experienced park partners, take a look at our event spaces.

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  Flagship Cruises & Events

  990 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

  • Spaces for 50 Guests
  • 1 Boat

  Flagship Cruises & Events' history extends back almost as far as San Diego itself. The beautiful, prosperous city we know today has been shaped by numerous dramatic developments and technological advancements. And so has Flagship Cruises & Events. Our evolution covers practically every area of the San Diego waterfront: ship building, tug operation, salvage, shipping, sport fishing and of course ferry and cruise services, and more. Along the process, we constantly supplied jobs and assistance for the waterfront community as well as the larger San Diego community. Flagship Cruises & Events celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2015! In 100 years, what started as a modest boat company grew into one of San Diego’s greatest kinds of waterfront entertainment. Flagship brings farm-to-table to the sea. All dining and event cruises offer fresh, locally caught seafood and, if feasible, sustainable California-farm-sourced products. All meals are always prepared to order onboard the ship. Flagship's sleek ships are a great setting for group outings with a touch of adrenaline. Take advantage of San Diego's best — perfect weather, beautiful skyline, the serene beauty of the bay — for an outdoor event that creates a unique and lasting impact. CORPORATE EVENTS Breathe some fresh air into your next meeting or team building event. It's the right balance of business and pleasure. WEDDINGS Every aspect glows aboard San Diego's most romantic venue. For ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners and more. PARTIES & CELEBRATIONS Private boat charters for any social occasion: birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, graduations — we host them all.

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  Pomar Junction Vineyard and Winery

  5036 S El Pomar Rd, Templeton, CA 93465, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Pomar Junction Vineyard & Winery is a family-owned estate winery and tasting room located in the El Pomar District sub-appellation of the Paso Robles AVA on California's Central Coast. The Merrill family brings more than eight generations of agricultural heritage and California grape-growing history to every bottle produced under this label. Dana Merrill identified the El Pomar Road vineyard property in 2002, and the winery released its first vintage that same year. The family spent six years earning SIP (Sustainability in Practice) certification before opening the tasting room in 2008 and the production winery in 2011. Today, all estate wines are farmed exclusively by the Merrills, with select premium blocks sourced from Santa Barbara and Monterey Counties through their sister company, Mesa Vineyard Management. The winemaking program is led by Jim Shumate, a former Cal Poly pilot winery director with deep enology expertise. Tastings are offered by appointment, making each visit an intimate introduction to the estate's small-lot, food-friendly wines.

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  Lake Tahoe Golf Course

  2500 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA

  • Spaces for 135-160 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Lake Tahoe Golf Course offers a scenic setting for weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations surrounded by lush fairways and Sierra Nevada views. Set along the Upper Truckee River, the property features expansive outdoor lawn and patio spaces ideal for ceremonies and cocktail hours, paired with flexible indoor clubhouse areas for receptions and private events. Natural light and mountain surroundings create an open, relaxed atmosphere that feels distinctly Tahoe. With on-site catering, thoughtful event coordination, and adaptable layouts, celebrations flow seamlessly from ceremony to dining and dancing. Lake Tahoe Golf Course delivers a classic outdoor backdrop with the ease and versatility of a full-service event venue.

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  Casa De Lago

  1615 E Lincoln Ave, Orange, CA 92865, USA

  • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  Casa de Lago is situated on the shores of a picturesque lake in Eisenhower Park in Orange, California. The venue provides a perfectly serene setting for intimate weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, and other gatherings for up to 250 guests in a beautiful natural setting. Casa de Lago features floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the lake and park, as well as a garden setting with mature trees. Daniel Lyons Catering is one of the preferred catering vendors for Casa de Lago, and they provide an all-inclusive event package for weddings, corporate functions, birthdays, and other special occasions. Daniel Lyons Catering is located in the heart of downtown San Diego. Having graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in New York, Chef Daniel Lyons is a Master Chef in his own right. Chef Daniel Lyons completed his one-year European apprenticeship at the Hotel Europa in Lucerne, Switzerland, following graduation from the Culinary Institute of America. Chef Daniel returned to the United States after completing his culinary training in Europe, where he completed his three-year American apprenticeship at the Omni International Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia. Previously, he held positions as Garde Manager and Banquet/Pastry Chef in four and five-star hotels, including the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta and the Newport Beach Marriott. He was the Banquet Chef at the Ritz Carlton, Laguna Niguel, when it first opened its doors. While working as a Chef at the Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta, Chef Lyons prepared seven-course sit-down and buffet dinners for President Carter and President Ronald Reagan, respectively.

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  San Mateo Event Center

  1346 Saratoga Dr, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA

  • Spaces for 250-10,000 Guests
  • 1 Bar
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 8 Total Spaces

  San Mateo County Event Center is a 48-acre public assembly facility in San Mateo, California, situated between the 92 and 101 freeways and within 30 minutes of three major Bay Area airports — SFO, SJC, and OAK. Founded in 1926 as a small flower show, the center has grown into one of the Bay Area's leading destinations for consumer and trade events, corporate gatherings, festivals, concerts, and sporting events. The campus features seven buildings encompassing over 195,000 square feet of indoor exhibit space, plus 10 acres of landscaped outdoor grounds. Event spaces range from the 104,900-square-foot Expo Hall, accommodating up to 10,000 standing guests, down to the carpeted Event Pavilion, which seats 250 for banquets. The Cypress Hall, recently renovated with new carpet and sound-dampening walls, divides into three separate spaces for breakout sessions or intimate dinners. The open-air Central Mall provides an outdoor setting for picnics, concerts, and festivals for up to 5,000 guests. In-house food and beverage service, alcohol options, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a dedicated event coordinator are available across the facility. The center also serves as an emergency response resource for San Mateo County.

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  Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden

  1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA

  • Spaces for 50 Guests
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Estate
  • 1 Mansion

  WEDDINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS IN THE GARDEN We know a little little about birds and bees. The craziness of the day collides with the tranquility of the garden. The Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, with its lovely garden and historic mansion, is the perfect setting to take in the sights and sounds of your wedding day or special celebration. In the heart of ancient Palo Alto, we can accommodate an intimate celebration of up to 50 people. For your ceremony, choose from the Rose Garden, Wisteria Garden, or Tea House Patio, as well as reception space in the Carriage House or Tea House Patio. Our event coordinator can assist you in putting together the perfect gathering. RENTAL DETAILS With over 20 years of expertise at Gamble Garden, our wedding/event coordinator will assist you with the planning of your special event. Gamble Garden can host groups of up to 50 people and is available for rental Monday through Friday evenings, as well as Saturday and Sunday. You and your guests will enjoy the first floor of the Main House, which includes the Dining Room, Living Room, and Library with veranda; the Carriage House and Carriage House Patio; and the Tea House and Tea House Patio when you choose Gamble Garden for your special occasion. Within your rental area are the Rose Garden, the Allée, and the Wisteria Garden, all of which are perfect for photography at any time of year. For non-profits, we are glad to offer a special weekday rental rate; please call for further information. There is a discount if you book an event within 30 days of the event date. Gamble Garden is unable to conduct fundraising events for other non-profits or corporations. Our Vendor List and Rental Contract (weekends and evenings) are provided for informational purposes only.

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  The Center At Cathedral Plaza

  555 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA

  • Spaces for 12-3,000 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 5 Convention Centers

  The Center at Cathedral Plaza is a full service event venue that is located in the heart of downtown LA just adjacent to the historic landmark, Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels. The Conference Center can accommodate anywhere from 10 - 4000 guests and is an ideal venue for Business Meetings, Seminars, Gala Events, Cocktail Parties and Wedding Receptions. Their expert sales team is on hand to help you create the custom event of your dreams and will over see every last detail. As a full service event space The Center at Cathedral Plaza also offers it's guests state of the art technology including the latest Audio-Visual equipment services, microphones, staging and built in screens to make your planning experience seamless.

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  Ca' Momi

  2515 Napa Valley Corporate Dr, Napa, CA 94558, USA

  Ca’ Momi Osteria is Downtown Napa’s Obsessively Authentic Italian eatery, featuring a bountiful menu that celebrates the purity of local & organic ingredients from small producers melded expertly with hundreds, if not thousands of years of Italian culinary history. They practice ethical omnivorism by encouraging a “nose to tail” standard using ethically sourced meats, poultry, dairy & eggs while seeking to educate the community about protecting a sustainable & conscientious future. Their wine & spirits offerings reflect these same values; acknowledging small organic craft distillers, the Napa Valley’s most eco-conscious vintners, Italy’s most esteemed wine growing families and the bittersweet passions of their old world home. In Italy, the Osteria is a place for families and friends to gather together and enjoy a fantastic meal & joyous libations in comforting, neighborhood surroundings. Ca’ Momi brings these genuine experiences to you in the heart of downtown Napa, along with splashes of live music, lively conversation, loving friendship and community spirit; all collected within our historic 19th century home. Inspired by their Italian heritage, they blissfully prepare heartcrafted cuisine with obsessive quality and integrity. They celebrate the simplicity of authentic Italian flavors and the incomparable quality of California grown organic ingredients. They create a heart-centered space for our community to find sense of purpose and belonging, along with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Ca’ Momi Osteria proudly offers an obsessively authentic Italian experience featuring the finest local, Italian & organic ingredients. Group reservations will enjoy a multi­-course, family­-style offering featuring generous portions of each dish to share amongst your family & friends. Authentic in every way, they provide an experience that we most enjoy sharing with their own beloved community. For larger parties up to approximately 100 guests, partial and complete buy-outs for seating in our main dining room can easily be arranged. Complete buyout of our main dining space also affords the use of our main bar, professional audio system, movie projector, dance-floor, professional music booking services (DJ or Live Band) & much more. Allow Ca’ Momi Osteria the opportunity to better assess your event and group size by submitting a request to their in-house events team.

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  16th Street Station

  San Francisco, CA, USA

  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.

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  Create Mix & Mingle

  1888 S Norfolk St, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA

  • Spaces for 70 Guests

  Create Mix & Mingle is a creative event studio located at 25 N Kingston Street in the heart of San Mateo, California, serving corporate groups, private parties, and community gatherings across the greater Bay Area. The studio bills itself as the Bay Area's go-to destination for unforgettable group experiences, offering step-by-step art sessions led by professional instructors where no prior experience is required. The studio hosts 15 or more hands-on event formats — from canvas painting and glass decoration to mosaic lamp crafting, tote bag painting, and terrarium building — and tailors each event to the group's preferences, including playlist, décor, and custom designs. An on-site wine bar offers beer, wine, champagne, and non-alcoholic beverages. Catering is available through partnerships with Rise Woodfire and Rise Pizzeria. Create Mix & Mingle accommodates a range of event sizes, with large-scale gatherings of 65 or more guests regularly hosted at the San Mateo studio. The venue also offers mobile event services, traveling to offices, homes, and partner venues in Burlingame, as well as virtual and hybrid event options.

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  MGM Ballroom

  119 S Kenwood St, Glendale, CA 91205, USA

  Located in the popular neighborhood of Glendale the MGM Banquet Hall is one of Glendale’s crown jewels. With a long successful history, we pride ourselves on MGM Banquet Hall being the best of the banquet halls and wedding venues in Glendale since 1990. We can throw parties of up to 300 and each one is treated with the utmost care. We started with a mission to help people make memories and to share the love we feel when we make have incredible celebrations with our own families. Every decision we make is based on making sure that you and your guests have a unique experience that is just how you want it. No concern is too small and no request too large for us to help you plan your party.

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  Heritage Park

  12100 Mora Dr, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, USA

  • Spaces for 14-300 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Park

  Heritage Park is a six-acre historic venue in Santa Fe Springs, California, set on the restored grounds of the Hawkins Ranch, which prospered in the 1880s. The city of Santa Fe Springs reconstructed the park's Victorian-era landscape using historic photographs, resulting in a setting that includes beautifully landscaped gardens with lattice arches and cherub statuary, water fountains, a carriage barn built in the Gothic style, and a plant-filled conservatory that serves as a popular backdrop for wedding ceremonies. The park accommodates a variety of events — from wedding ceremonies and receptions to photo sessions, corporate picnics, and private parties. The Plant Conservatory, originally built around 1870, provides an intimate ceremony setting, while the historic Carriage Barn and surrounding park grounds suit larger gatherings. A restored AT&SF steam locomotive and railroad caboose add a distinctive character to the site. The caboose itself is available as a rentable event space for smaller celebrations. Reservations are managed by Heritage Park staff Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and can be reached at (562) 946-6476 or heritagepark@santafesprings.gov.

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  Shrine Event Center

  170 Lindbergh Ave, Livermore, CA 94551, USA

  • Spaces for 50-975 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 2 Event Spaces

  Shrine Event Center is a full-service event venue located at 170 Lindbergh Ave in Livermore, California, set amid grounds lined with towering palms and willow trees. Operated by the Aahmes Shriners, the center hosts a wide range of celebrations — from weddings, quinceañeras, and bar and bat mitzvahs to galas, banquets, proms, and trade shows — with rental proceeds supporting Shriners' philanthropic work. The centerpiece of the facility is the Lindbergh Ballroom, an open, airy space featuring a dramatic vaulted ceiling with polished wooden beams and fabric swags. An east-facing stage equipped with a professional sound system, retractable screen, and disco ball makes it well-suited for live bands, DJs, and presentations. The connected Lounge and adjacent breakout spaces accommodate smaller gatherings alongside the main hall, with a combined theater-style capacity reaching up to 975 guests. A dedicated sales manager and on-site event coordinator support each event from booking through completion, assisting with vendor coordination, setup, teardown, and audiovisual management. Complimentary on-site parking is available, and the venue sits close to hotels, restaurants, and the Livermore wineries.

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  West Hills

  23838 Kittridge St, West Hills, CA 91307, USA

  • Spaces for 150 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Event Space

  Bella Donna Catering – West Hills is a cozy banquet hall set on quiet grounds at 23838 Kittridge St. in West Hills, California. The venue accommodates gatherings of 75 to 150 guests and is well-suited for weddings, quinceañeras, company appreciation parties, and milestone celebrations. The hall features an adjustable lighting system and smooth linoleum flooring that opens up a natural dance floor. Guests can move onto a private patio surrounded by grassy grounds and a water fountain, while a children's playground makes the space family-friendly. Two private bathrooms and a spacious private parking lot are on site. Bella Donna Catering's in-house catering team — with more than 40 years of experience — provides food, linens, china, glassware, and servers for both buffet and sit-down events.

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  North Block Hotel

  6757 Washington St, Yountville, CA 94599, USA

  • Spaces for 100-200 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  North Block Hotel is a magnificent place to call home during your stay in Napa Valley, located at the north end of town in wine country's most desirable epicurean locale. Yountville is a food and wine lover's paradise, with restaurants, small-production wine tasting facilities, and boutique shops all within walking distance of our front door. The North Block Hotel features a beautiful courtyard for special occasions, as well as an award-winning Italian-inspired restaurant, Redd Wodd by renowned Chef Richard Reddington. For you and your guests to enjoy before your big event, the North Block Hotel also has a lovely outdoor pool area and an exclusive spa. North Block Hotel offers a warm and unpretentious wine country setting for any special occasion, whether it's a wedding, birthday, shower, corporate retreat, or more, with fresh, contemporary decor, unique amenities, and just a bit of cheekiness. With our exclusive Private Dining options, you may celebrate anything in classic North Block flair. Make it a Yountville private dinner occasion to remember with us, with a picture perfect setting for parties of 8 to 20.

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  Whimsy Pasadena

  40 Mills Pl, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA

  • Spaces for 100-150 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  The concept began with a simple question: "Where should my party be held?" When that question was posed, the answer was not so straightforward. Something nearby, cute, and affordable where you can put your personal stamp on your celebration was clearly missing from the local party scene. Whimsy Pasadena was created with a lot of vision, love, and thinking. A location to celebrate a special occasion in the most intimate way imaginable outside of your home. We sincerely hope you enjoy it as much as we do. We enjoy spending time with our families, trying new restaurants, and exploring our lovely city of Pasadena when we're not busy scheduling events. 2,000 square feet - in the heart of Old Town Pasadena - beautiful, bright windows for natural light - sandwiched between two free 90-minute parking lots Four rectangular tables, four 60' round tables, four cocktail rounds, and 100 foldable chairs are included in the package. - iPod/iPhone docking station - There are three television sets in the room. - Refrigerator in the prep room - Wireless Internet access -100 folding chairs - Sound System w/ iPhone hookup - Three TV's - Prep room with refrigerator - WIFI

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  Cinnabar Hills Golf Club

  23600 McKean Rd, San Jose, CA 95141, USA

  • Spaces for 200-250 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Country Club

  Congratulations on your interest in having Cinnabar Hills Golf Course host your big day! We appreciate you taking the time to visit our site. Our one-of-a-kind venue is excellent for weddings of all sizes, from small, intimate ceremonies to large receptions with up to 200 guests. Beautifully manicured with lush greenery and white roses, bistro lights hung above, and rolling hills as a backdrop, our outdoor patio makes for a really unique canvas for a wedding or cocktail afterwards. Featuring towering skylights as well as floor to ceiling windows, our indoor reception room can accommodate up to 200 guests for a night of dining and dance. Our in-house catering services include everything from tables and chairs to linens and silverware to glassware as well as service staff and bartenders as well as the build up and clean-up of the event. Our on-site wedding coordinator is available to assist you throughout the entire preparation process as well as on the day of your wedding to ensure that everything runs well! Our objective is to make the planning process enjoyable and stress-free for you, and we would be pleased to answer any questions you may have during the process. We look forward to assisting you in making your wedding day one that you and your guests will remember for a lifetime! Tours are encouraged, as we would welcome the opportunity to show you around our magnificent facility. To arrange a tour, please contact Christie Miranda, our Director of Events, via email at cmiranda@cinnabarhills.com or by phone at 408.323.7857.

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