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Choosing your opening party venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in California. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal California venue has never been easier.

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    Monterey Hill

    3700 W Ramona Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754, USA
    • Spaces for 30-300 Guests
    • 7 Restaurants
    • 3 Ballrooms
    • 4 Meeting Spaces

    Thank you for visiting The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. Riverside's oldest hotel has been restored. The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, surrounded by breathtaking Spanish Mission-style architecture, welcomes you to a destination where rich history and classic elegance coexist harmoniously with contemporary luxury and comfort in a setting that is both luxurious and comfortable. This iconic, AAA Four-Diamond hotel, which occupies an entire city block in downtown Riverside, California — just steps away from the Riverside Convention Center — has remained true to the grand style and ambiance that were enjoyed by its very first guests in 1876. In this place, magnificent vistas conceal an abundance of intimate hidden treasures hidden within their depths. And it's a haven where the stresses of the outside world are left behind, allowing for vivid memories to be created that will last a lifetime. The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, a National Historic Landmark and a member of the prestigious Historic Hotels of America, evokes the romance and enchantment of a European castle through a design conceived by some of California's most famous architects, including Frank Lloyd Wright and Frank Lloyd Wright Associates. Although one of the country's most historic hotels has undergone a century of meticulous restorations and improvements, it now ranks among the most modern structures on the country's property list. The majestic visuals, such as grand archways, flying buttresses, lofty domes, and towers, have not changed, but the old-world décor has been replaced by modern sophistication, with rooms, suites, and event venues showcasing the style and comfort that today's travelers expect. In addition to a welcoming staff that goes out of its way to make you feel like family, the hotel that heralded the beginning of the Riverside's new era of grace and refinement still does so today. Whatever your needs, whether you are looking for the ideal setting for a romantic getaway, an inspiring venue for your wedding or business event, or an unforgettable family vacation destination, your journey into a world of beauty and tranquility awaits you at The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, California. Today is the day to become a part of the legend.

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    The Crossings at Carlsbad

    5800 The Crossings Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
    • Spaces for 300 Guests
    • 1 Event Space

    Our beautiful settings, superb service, seaside mood, and world-class cuisine have earned us a reputation. Located in Carlsbad, California, a charming seaside town that symbolizes the charm and beauty of Southern California. Carlsbad, named after a 19th-century European spa, is known for its magnificent beaches, refreshing coastal breezes, and small-town charm. It's what we like to call Southern California's best-kept secret! The Crossings at Carlsbad provides visitors a lovely setting in a relaxing California Coastal environment, with the stunning Pacific Ocean to the west. Our large room is ideal for small, personal gatherings of 20 people or grand galas of 300 people. Our wedding planners offer stress-free planning and entire wedding packages tailored to your specific requirements. The famous craftsman-style clubhouse has 28,000 square feet and has large vaulted ceilings, a stone fireplace, and a built-in bar. There's a lot to see, and we've got a lot to give! Allow us to offer you a complimentary tour of our gorgeous facilities, either in person or virtually, so you can begin arranging your perfect wedding.

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    Greenhorn Creek Resort

    711 McCauley Ranch Rd, Angels Camp, CA 95222, USA
    • Spaces for 250 Guests

    Greenhorn Creek Resort is a golf resort and event venue set on 711 McCauley Ranch Road in Angels Camp, California, in the heart of the Sierra Foothills Gold Country. The property debuted in June 1996 and spans a championship 18-hole course designed by Robert Trent Jones II, winding through ancient oak trees, rolling foothills, and past a historic lake — alongside archaeological sites that speak to the land's 4,000-year human history. The resort's dedicated Sales and Catering team hosts weddings and private events across several outdoor settings, including scenic ceremony sites overlooking the lake and 18th fairway. Camps Restaurant, the resort's signature dining establishment, offers indoor event space with exposed beam ceilings, two fireplaces, and expansive Sierra views. Event services include site visits, wedding tastings, and concierge-level planning support. Beyond events, the property includes The Caddyshack private lodge for group retreats, two heated swimming pools, tennis courts, a fitness center, and the award-winning Camps Restaurant serving lunch and dinner daily.

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    Roaring Camp Railroads

    5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton, CA 95018, USA
    • Spaces for 79-500 Guests
    • 3 Outdoor Spaces
    • 3 Parks
    • 3 Ranches

    Roaring Camp Railroads is a historic narrow-gauge railroad and event destination nestled among ancient coastal redwoods in Felton, California, in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The 1880s-themed property transports guests back in time through a covered bridge gateway into a working heritage site where steam locomotives dating to 1890 still carry passengers over trestles and through towering groves to the summit of Bear Mountain. The grounds accommodate groups from 25 to 2,500 guests across indoor and outdoor spaces. Bret Harte Hall, a 6,120-square-foot 1880s-style structure with a 32-foot ceiling, raised theatrical stage, and on-site prep kitchen, serves corporate events, receptions, reunions, concerts, and trade shows. Reserved forested picnic areas along Deer Creek seat groups ranging from 79 to 250 guests, each with BBQ pits shaded by redwoods and oaks. Weddings, birthday parties, alumni gatherings, and corporate team-building events can all incorporate heritage train excursions, Chuckwagon BBQ catering, and activities including gold panning and candlemaking — giving every gathering a setting and experience that cannot be replicated elsewhere.

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    Hyatt Regency La Jolla

    3777 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122, USA
    • Spaces for 700 Guests
    • 1 Hotel
    • 1 Ballroom

    Featuring an airy and inviting open floor plan, Hyatt Regency La Jolla’s coastal inspired design generates enlivened meeting areas. Full service catering and professional event planning complement each location to build exceptional experiences from meetings to weddings. Totaling more than 42,000 square feet and featuring flowing indoor and outdoor spaces, our adaptable venues may be arranged to fit any kind of event. Soak up the expansive natural light in Regency Foyer leading to the rebuilt 11,800 square foot Regency Ballroom. Weddings Exchange vows in distinct, timeless locations and celebrate post wedding celebrations in indoor and outdoor areas that are as unique as your love story, with full service cuisine and a dedicated professional to handle the arrangements. With outstanding service and a distinctive coastal inspired atmosphere, this is the ideal banquet hall and wedding venue in San Diego to customize your engagement party, rehearsal dinner, ceremony and wedding reception and other memorable occasions. Meetings From CEO meetings to conferences, our renovated spaces inspired by the La Jolla beach offer a refined meeting place. Convene in newly remodeled meeting spaces, conference rooms, and ballrooms created with an open floor plan and coastal inspired art. Our Event Specialists will assist set the setting for your expertly executed meeting in La Jolla. Catering Let our expert culinary team enrich your event with seasonal dishes that feature local artists, small farmers and local vendors. A unique selection of wellbeing options ranging from coffee breaks, through lunches and catered receptions may be personalized to your preferences.

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    Dream Palace Banquet Hall

    510 E Broadway, Glendale, CA 91205, USA

    Dream Palace Banquet Hall is a Catering & Reception Venue established in 2003 and recognized for its 5 star customer service for weddings, birthdays, and all other celebrations! This is where a timeless tradition becomes a modern classic, where dreams become reality, and where one night becomes an unforgettable memory.

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    El Adobe de Capistrano

    31891 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, USA
    • Spaces for 200-400 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    We warmly invite you to experience authentic Mexican cuisine. Recognized as a State Historical Landmark, and just blocks away from the Mission San Juan Capistrano, our restaurant offers unique ambiance. Dine with us for Dinner, Dessert or Sunday Brunch. Join us for one of our many special events or book a fully catered private venue for your next special event.

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    Beach Terrace Inn

    2775 Ocean St, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
    • Spaces for 50-300 Guests
    • 2 Hotels
    • 2 Ballrooms

    We take pleasure in our ability to live life deliberately, fully, and in the moment at Beach Terrace Inn. We treasure the "ahh moments" - those little moments when the rest of the world fades away and you can finally unwind — like the first time you hear the Pacific waves, or the first time you feel the sand between your toes, or the first time you pull up to Beach Terrace Inn. We specialize in private moments. Please fill out the form below if you'd like to celebrate a special event or organize a gathering with us, and your party will not be larger than 50 people. In addition to the event location, we usually require at least four room bookings. We're happy to connect with you and will get back to you as soon as possible! With an intimate gathering room overlooking the Pacific Ocean, reimagine your next event. Our event venue has 1,120 square feet of interior lounge space and 960 square feet of outdoor terrace on the oceanfront. With a conference-style configuration, we can comfortably accommodate 16 people, or 50 guests with a banquet-style setup. Rental hours: From 1 p.m. until 9 p.m., event space is available for rent. Catering and bartending services: We can provide a list of recommendations. A licensed alcohol provider must be used to hire a bartender. Guests are not permitted to serve their own alcohol. Rental costs vary depending on the season and day of the week. Most event venue bookings also necessitate the hire of at least four rooms.

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    Mc Caffrey House Bed Breakfast Inn

    23251 CA-108, Twain Harte, CA 95383, USA
    • 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.

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    Red Lion Hotel Anaheim

    1850 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA
    • Spaces for 250 Guests

    Hotel Lulu, a BW Premier Collection property, sits at 1850 South Harbor Boulevard in Anaheim, California — steps from the Disneyland Resort and within easy reach of the Anaheim Convention Center. The hotel offers dedicated event space for celebrations and gatherings of all kinds, from wedding receptions and quinceañeras to family reunions and corporate meetings. The venue accommodates large groups across multiple event levels, with on-site catering, event décor services, and a dance floor included in the event experience. Self-parking and bus parking are available on-site for an additional fee, and public transportation stops are conveniently located nearby. Couples and event planners can contact the events team directly to explore packages and custom arrangements.

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    San Diego Museum of Art

    1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    • Spaces for 40-500 Guests
    • 2 Restaurants
    • 2 Museums
    • 5 Total Spaces

    The San Diego Museum of Art is the oldest, largest, and most visited art museum in the region. The San Diego Museum of Art is a notable cultural resource, displaying works of art from all over the world, with an encyclopedic collection of more than 20,000 artifacts. The Museum, which is located in the heart of Balboa Park, is a unique destination where you can learn about San Diego's natural beauty, history, art, and culture. The Spanish Colonial-style building of the San Diego Museum of Art, which opened in 1926, was inspired by the 1915 Panama-California international exposition. Corporate events, private parties, weddings, seminars, and meetings can all be held in the Museum's indoor galleries and outdoor sculpture court and garden. The May S. Marcy Sculpture Garden is offered for private wedding ceremonies and is open to the public. The San Diego Museum of Art is pleased to announce a collaboration with PEP Creative to provide beautiful, stress-free interior and outdoor wedding ceremonies.

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    McConnell Estates Winery

    10686 W Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95757, USA
    • Spaces for 75-450 Guests
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 2 Barns
    • 4 Total Spaces

    McConnell Estates Winery is an award-winning, family-owned winery set on 650 acres in the Cosumnes River AVA within the Lodi appellation, just south of Elk Grove, California. The property has been farmed by the Wackman family across six generations, and the historic tasting room occupies a ranch house originally built by the family in 1860. All wines are estate-grown and produced on-site, reflecting more than two decades of winemaking rooted in the land's distinctive red clay soils. For private events, the winery offers several gathering spaces accommodating groups from under 20 to 200 guests. The Historic Event Barn seats up to 125 guests indoors, with the option to expand to 200 by opening onto the adjacent Cocktail Courtyard. The Ceremony Lawn provides an outdoor setting for up to 200 guests framed by vineyard backdrops. The intimate Tasting Room, housed in the remodeled 1860 ranch house, is available for smaller gatherings of up to 75 guests in the evening. The estate hosts weddings, corporate dinners, private celebrations, and more than 20 public events each year, including concerts and wine-pairing dinners. On-site setup and breakdown, tables, chairs, linens, outdoor furniture, restrooms, and parking are included with event bookings.

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    Westin Long Beach

    333 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA
    • Spaces for 1,500 Guests
    • 1 Hotel
    • 1 Ballroom

    At The Westin Long Beach, you may find harmony in your mind, body, and soul. Our hotel is intended to maximize your potential and is located in the city's lively downtown district, only steps from the convention center. Take time to explore the area, whether you're in Long Beach for business or pleasure, as the Queen Mary and the Catalina Express are only a short distance away. In our adaptable event space near the Long Beach Convention Center, you may connect, collaborate, and create. In our spectacular Centennial Ballroom, host a huge event in Long Beach for more than 1,500 guests. The Alamitos and Cerritos Boardrooms, which are excellent for smaller corporate gatherings, are ideal for strategizing. Our catering made with SuperFoodsRxTM will keep meeting participants energized in Long Beach. Celebrate your love in one of our magnificent wedding venues in the heart of downtown Long Beach. Choose from one of our outside terrace settings or our Navy Proof Garden Terrace for your celebration. In our versatile outdoor area, you may host an intimate ceremony or a spectacular wedding celebration to fit your style. Allow our on-site catering staff to develop a unique wedding day buffet featuring healthy seasonal selections.

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    You & Yours Distilling Co.

    1495 G St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    • Spaces for 85 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    You & Yours Distilling Co. is the first urban destination distillery in California, having opened its doors in 2017 after nearly three years of planning. All of our spirits are distilled on-site, using only the freshest ingredients, in our location in the heart of the East Village. Our light and airy area gives the ideal casual yet classy environment in which to enjoy an elevated drinking experience with friends while maintaining a sense of sophistication. You are welcome to stop by for a cocktail, a sample flight, or to book a private event with us. We look forward to seeing you. A total of 85 individuals can be accommodated at one time in our facility. Reservations can be made for you and your guests to have exclusive use of our spacious and light-filled venue as well as our experienced bar staff. Brides and babies showers, bachelorette parties, private wedding receptions, and corporate gatherings of all kinds are all possible at our facility. For special events, customized experiences and drinks can even be designed just for you. The East Village neighborhood in San Diego is home to California's first urban 'destination distillery' and cocktail bar, which opened its doors in 2015 and is located in the city's historic building. Guests at You & Yours have the opportunity to learn about the distillation process while also enjoying an elevated imbibing experience at the distillery, thanks to its unique position as a destination distillery. Each beverage on our world-class, seasonally based cocktail menu is created using fresh, locally sourced ingredients whenever feasible. Our premium vodka and gin products serve as the foundation for our world-class, seasonally based cocktail menu. You & Yours is supported by an exceptional team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to making the spirits industry more accessible, beautiful, and delightful for everyone. If you'd like to learn how to mix cocktails, take a tour of the distillery, or learn how to cook recipes at one of our Tasting Room events, we encourage you to come and experience You & Yours.

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    Little Sister Downtown

    CA-1, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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    Horton Grand Hotel

    311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    • Spaces for 300-500 Guests
    • 2 Hotels
    • 2 Ballrooms
    • 5 Total Spaces

    Horton Grand Hotel is a historic San Diego wedding and special events venue. Celebrate surrounded by romantic elegance in one of their many indoor or outdoor event spaces. Be it a small intimate ceremony or a grand reception of up to two hundred, let Horton Grand Hotel's dedicated team take care of all the details. They promise joy, happiness and a day you will never forget. Elegant ballrooms, a grand historic theater, and an enchanting outdoor New Orleans style courtyard – these are just a few of the exceptional spaces available at the Horton Grand Hotel. Horton Grand Hotel is perfect for you if you are looking for a unique venue in the heart of the Gaslamp in San Diego. Horton Grand Hotel is also perfect for meetings. The Horton Grand offers the best event venues and amenities in downtown San Diego. They offer more than 18,500 square feet of versatile meeting and event space that can comfortably seat up to 500 guests. You’ll have access to state-of-the-art technology — including audio and video equipment — and Horton Grand Hotel's friendly event team, who will take care of all the planning details so you can spend more time with your guests.

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    Willow Creek Events

    6841 Marysville Rd, Browns Valley, CA 95918, USA
    • Spaces for 200-250 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Estate
    • 1 space at this venue

    Willow Creek Events is a boutique outdoor wedding venue set on a seven-acre private estate in Valley Center, California. Established in 2006, this family-owned property is shaded by large mature oak trees and features a lavender field, a decorative pond, and a rustic water feature that together create a natural, park-like atmosphere for celebrations. The estate accommodates up to 200 guests and offers distinct ceremony and reception areas amid the grounds, along with a built-in stone bar structure, string lighting, and hanging chandeliers overhead. Two dressing rooms — a bridal suite and a groom room — provide comfortable preparation space on-site. Willow Creek Events hosts weddings, micro-weddings, quinceañeras, sweet 16s, baby showers, birthdays, and other private celebrations. In-house coordination, bartending services, and floral design are available through the venue team.

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    Santa Rosa Golf and Country Club

    333 Country Club Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
    • Spaces for 20-300 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 3 Event Spaces
    • 6 Total Spaces

    Santa Rosa Golf & Country Club is a private country club and full-service event venue set on 128 acres in the heart of Sonoma County wine country, in Santa Rosa, California. The historic clubhouse anchors an 18-hole championship golf course framed by vineyards, and the property has earned recognition as one of the Top 20 Northern California Nature-Inspired Wedding Venues by Here Comes The Guide. Six distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings of every scale — from intimate dinners of 20 in the Bacchus Room to receptions of 250 in the Oak Meadow Ballroom. Indoor and outdoor options include terraces, a covered all-weather terrace, and a golf-course ceremony site. Nonmembers are welcome to book the venue for weddings, corporate events, galas, golf tournaments, and social celebrations. The club's Executive Chef crafts custom Wine Country menus for each event, and a dedicated Event Sales Director and coordinator guide clients through planning. State-of-the-art audio/visual equipment, high-speed WiFi, and complimentary parking are available across the event spaces.

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    Bayview Dining Room

    1700 W Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94402, USA
    • Spaces for 300 Guests
    • 1 Museum
    • 1 Landmark

    Since 2011, District Dining has been a part of some of the most spectacular San Francisco Bay Area celebrations. The Farallon Room at Skyline College and the Bayview Dining Room at College of San Mateo are both one-of-a-kind venues that can help you plan the perfect occasion. We provide dedicated staff for a personalized event for our visitors. A LITTLE ABOUT BAYVIEW DINING ROOM The Bayview Dining Room, located at the top of Hillsdale Boulevard in the College Center on CSM's beautiful campus, has floor to ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light as well as stunning views of the San Francisco Bay Area and its surrounding mountain ranges. Our unique location provides a stunning backdrop for all types of events. For added convenience, this multipurpose event venue has option breakout rooms upstairs for conference sessions, as well as in-house catering and AV resources. Minimum guest count: 100 (includes space for dance floor, buffet) Max Party/Wedding Capacity: 300 Max Auditorium Seating Capacity: 300 Max Capacity for events requiring additional activity space (silent auction, etc.): 250 (typical—varies per specific event details) A LITTLE ABOUT THE FARALLON ROOM Skyline College's Farallon Room is positioned cliffside in San Bruno, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and hills below. Floor-to-ceiling windows, two fireplaces, and a semi-enclosed terrace characterize our new location. From weddings to corporate functions, our versatile, open space provides the perfect venue. This modern event venue offers flexibility in terms of room arrangement, catering services, and audio visual requirements. Minimum guest count: 90 (includes space for dance floor + buffet) Max Party/Wedding Capacity: 240 (includes space for dance floor, + buffet in pre-function area) Max Auditorium Seating Capacity: 300 Max Capacity for events requiring additional activity space (silent auction, etc.): 230 (typical - varies per specific event details)

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    Seven4One Hotel

    741 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA

    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.