Top California Opening Party Venues

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  Empire Mine State Historic Park

  10791 E Empire St, Grass Valley, CA 95945, USA

  • Spaces for 25-200 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 space at this venue

  Empire Mine State Historic Park is a 856-acre California state park in Grass Valley, situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills approximately 24 miles north of Auburn on Highway 49. The park preserves one of the oldest, deepest, and richest gold mines in California — a site that operated for more than 100 years and yielded 5.8 million ounces of gold before closing in 1956. At the heart of the park stands the historic Bourn Cottage, the former summer residence of the mine's owner, surrounded by restored English-style gardens with fountains, stately trees, and meticulously maintained grounds. The cottage and its gardens serve as the setting for small, intimate wedding ceremonies, accommodating up to 25 guests in an atmosphere of preserved history and natural beauty. The park's event offerings are intentionally minimal to honor its historic character: ceremonies take place outdoors on Fridays and Saturdays from May through early October, with no receptions permitted. In addition to its event space, the park features a visitor center, guided estate and garden tours, and 14 miles of trails open to hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding.

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  Marriott La Jolla

  4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA

  • Spaces for 30-1,500 Guests
  • 7 Hotels
  • 2 Ballrooms
  • 7 Total Spaces

  San Diego Marriott La Jolla offers a refined and comfortable setting for meetings, weddings, and social gatherings in the coastal community of La Jolla. Featuring over 25 versatile event spaces with indoor and outdoor options, this hotel supports a wide range of gatherings from corporate conferences to elegant receptions with customizable layouts and thoughtful design. Spacious guest rooms, contemporary amenities, and scenic Southern California surroundings create a welcoming experience for hosts and attendees alike. Its convenient location near shopping, dining, beaches, and the University of California San Diego adds appeal for both local and destination events. With attentive service and flexible event space, this venue provides a polished backdrop for memorable occasions.

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  Adobe Lodge at Santa Clara University

  500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053, USA

  • Spaces for 250 Guests

  The Adobe Lodge sits adjacent to the Mission Church on Santa Clara University's campus in the heart of Silicon Valley, housed in the only remaining adobe brick building from the original Santa Clara Mission establishment. Constructed in 1825 and later redesigned following a 1926 fire, the lodge brings together centuries of history with a warm, intimate setting for private gatherings. Operated by Bon Appétit Management Company, the Adobe Lodge hosts weddings, birthday parties, retirement celebrations, baby showers, and memorial receptions — with catering available for both on-campus events and private off-campus occasions. The Special Events team handles the planning details from inquiry through event day. The surrounding Mission Gardens, framed by towering palms and tropical flowers, provide a serene backdrop for outdoor receptions, while the lodge's adobe brick construction keeps interior spaces cool in summer and warm in winter.

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  Leaning Oak Ranch

  546 Renfro Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93314, USA

  • Spaces for 150 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Garden
  • 1 Ranch

  Leaning Oak Ranch is a full outdoor wedding and event venue set on three acres in Bakersfield, California. The property centers on a signature leaning oak tree and features mature landscaping, romantic evening lighting, and scenic year-round views found nowhere else in the area. The venue accommodates up to 150 guests across its outdoor grounds, which include a lavishly large gazebo, a full-sized outdoor bar, and multiple ceremony sites with fully customizable seating arrangements. Complimentary décor — including wine barrels, lanterns, patio heaters, and lawn games — is provided at no additional charge. Couples and event hosts also have access to a beautifully furnished bridal suite with a mimosa bar and a private silk room for the bride. An on-site coordinator, tables, chairs, setup, breakdown, and cleanup are all included in the venue packages, making Leaning Oak Ranch a self-contained setting for weddings and private celebrations.

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  Jug Handle Creek Farm

  15501 CA-1, Caspar, CA 95420, USA

  • Spaces for 150-400 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Farm
  • 1 Garden

  Jug Handle Creek Nature Center sits on a 32-acre historical farm property along Jug Handle Creek, between Mendocino and Fort Bragg on California's North Coast. The nonprofit nature education facility hosts weddings, family reunions, retreats, and group gatherings in a setting of coastal forests, meadows, and ocean-view hillsides, with easy access to Jug Handle State Natural Reserve and its celebrated Ecological Staircase. The property accommodates up to 150 total guests — 50 in indoor lodging and 90 in the campground — across an 1870s Victorian Farmhouse (sleeping up to 20), a Bunkhouse, individual Cottages, rustic Cabins, and a campground. Orchard Meadow serves as the dedicated outdoor event venue for weddings and celebrations, with events offered on a limited basis from June through October. The farmhouse includes a fully equipped kitchen, formal dining room, music room, and first-floor handicap-accessible bedroom and bathroom. The Bunkhouse features a Sea Terrace classroom available for meetings, workshops, and smaller gatherings. Amplified music is permitted until 9pm, and the center's events team can be reached directly to discuss packages and availability.

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  The Park Ballroom

  1232 Park St #200, Paso Robles, CA 93446, USA

  • Spaces for 300 Guests

  The Park Ballroom occupies the second floor of a historic building in downtown Paso Robles, California, bringing more than a century of character to weddings, private parties, and business gatherings. The space retains its original architectural details — 18-foot ceilings, warm alder wainscoting, vintage wall sconces, and a raised stage with an original maple floor that can be separated from the main hall by large wooden pocket doors. The ballroom is offered as a full-service event space, with tables, chairs, table settings, and a house sound system with microphone included in the rental. Adjustable lighting with preset options allows the room's atmosphere to shift from conference to celebration. The venue also provides access to an on-site bar, a full kitchen, and a separate boardroom, making it a versatile option for events ranging from intimate dinners to larger receptions and corporate functions.

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  Toi Banquets Center at the Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn

  75 W Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, USA

  • Spaces for 10-200 Guests
  • 6 Hotels
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 6 Total Spaces

  TOI Banquets Center at the Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn is a full-service event venue nestled at the base of the Santa Monica Mountains in downtown Thousand Oaks, California, just off the 101 Freeway between Malibu and Santa Barbara. The property combines comfortable hotel accommodations with dedicated banquet and meeting facilities, making it a convenient choice for guests traveling from across the region. Six distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings of nearly any size, from intimate board meetings in the 406-square-foot Business Suite to full-capacity receptions in the 2,400-square-foot Ballroom, which seats up to 180 banquet guests. An outdoor Courtyard shaded by tall palm trees seats up to 150 guests for wedding ceremonies, flowing naturally into the adjacent banquet areas for receptions. In-house catering is provided through the on-site restaurant, which offers prix fixe menu options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The venue's events team brings more than 30 years of experience to weddings, birthday celebrations, luncheons, showers, fundraisers, corporate conferences, workshops, and trade shows.

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  Clifton's Republic

  648 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA

  We have an incredible selection of one-of-a-kind venues perfect for almost any type of event! Our skilled Events Team would be pleased to show you around our offerings and assist you in finding the ideal venue for you, whether you have 20 or over 1200 guests. From gourmet sit-down meals, passing hors d'oeuvres, and exquisite Grazing Tables to barbecues, buffets, and expertly made custom offerings from our Master Alchemists, we have a wide selection of great dining and cocktail menus. Our bars offer the highest-quality handcrafted cocktails, as well as specialty beers, wines, and Champagne to suit every occasion! We recommend that you look through the locations on our website to have a better understanding of the types of spaces and venues that are available to fulfill your needs. Full production services, including world-class lighting, sound, projection, and entertainment, are available in-house. From fortune tellers and picture booths to aerialists, magicians, contortionists, and mermaids, Valet parking, specialty activations, and innovative Casting concepts are all accessible.

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  Sepulveda Screening Room

  640 S Sepulveda Blvd #103, Los Angeles, CA 90034, USA

  • Spaces for 71 Guests
  • 1 Theater

  The Sepulveda Screening Room is a professional screening facility located at 1640 South Sepulveda Boulevard in West Los Angeles, operated by Screening Services Group under the direction of guild and studio projectionist Michael S. Hall, who brings more than 48 years of industry experience to the facility. The venue is part of a union-affiliated network ranked highest among small screening rooms by Variety magazine. The main theater seats 65 to 71 guests on stadium-style cushioned seats and supports an extensive range of professional formats including Dolby ATMOS, DCP 2D and 3D, 4K Christie DLP, Blu-ray, and HDCAM-SR, with a screen measuring up to 12'6" by 23'9". Additional rentable spaces include an art gallery and a patio available on evenings and weekends. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, and offers free Wi-Fi and underground parking.

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  Anaheim Marriott Suites

  12015 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840, USA

  • Spaces for 8-1,018 Guests
  • 9 Hotels
  • 2 Ballrooms
  • 8 Meeting Spaces

  The Anaheim Marriott Suites is the flagship and largest Marriott all-suites full-service hotel in Anaheim, California, located just one mile from the Disneyland Resort and the Anaheim Convention Center. The Marriott Suites offers 371 two-room suites, a modern lobby, and 10,000 square feet of adaptable meeting space for a range of social gatherings, meetings, and weddings. Take advantage of our big suite, which has a sitting room and a separate bedroom area. A spacious well-lit desk, wireless and high-speed Internet access, voice messaging, two remote-controlled televisions, iron and ironing board, coffee/tea maker, mini-refrigerator, room service, dry cleaning service, and laundry facilities are among the amenities available to guests. Guests can work out on cutting-edge fitness equipment and unwind in the outdoor pool and whirlpool. Enjoy the simple pleasures of our very own Starbucks, located just off the Lobby, or dine at Basil's, an American restaurant. At check-in, prepaid cards are not accepted.

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  Ryde Hotel

  14340 CA-160, Walnut Grove, CA 95690, USA

  • Spaces for 450 Guests

  Ryde Hotel and Event Center sits on the banks of the Sacramento River in California's Delta region, occupying a distinctive Art Deco building with a peachy-toned facade and orchard-lined surroundings. Its waterfront setting — paired with a private boat dock, a lush garden shaded by 200-year-old walnut trees, and 42 guest rooms available for overnight stays — makes it a self-contained destination for weddings and private celebrations. The hotel offers both indoor and outdoor event spaces, including the Grand Dining Room and an adjacent outdoor patio. Full-service coordination covers catering, rentals (tables, chairs, and tableware), photography logistics, music arrangements, and rehearsal dinner planning, giving hosts a single point of contact for most wedding-day details. Ryde Hotel has hosted weddings for generations, drawing couples who seek a historic waterfront setting with the convenience of on-site accommodations for their guests.

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  Border X

  2181 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA

  Unique, creative, one of a kind Mexican Craft beer. This is not your typical Mexican beer. We made it with traditional flavors, the way Mexican beer should be made.

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  Fortino Winery & Event Center

  4525 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy, CA 95020, USA

  • Spaces for 120-300 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Vineyards
  • 2 Total Spaces

  Fortino Winery Event Center sits on 30 acres in Gilroy, California, along the scenic Hecker Pass Highway — a working winery established in 1970, surrounded by Merlot and Chardonnay vineyards, towering redwoods, and manicured hillside grounds. Two dedicated event spaces accommodate celebrations from intimate gatherings to weddings of up to 300 guests. The outdoor Redwood Terrace features a ceremony area, reception lawn, covered stage and dance floor, full bar, and private entry through the vineyard. The Barrel Room is an indoor banquet hall — recently renovated with air conditioning and heat — with an attached outdoor covered space and vineyard views, suited for up to 120 guests. In-house catering draws on Italian culinary traditions, with menus offered buffet-style, family-style, or as plated dinners; the kitchen team also accommodates specialty menus. The winery is licensed for beer and wine service, with selections from Fortino's own cellar. Wedding coordination is available on-site, and the grounds include a dedicated bridal preparation room.

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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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  The Grove LA

  189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA

  • Spaces for 120 Guests

  Come and join us at the most popular shopping, eating, and leisure destination in Los Angeles. Discover a variety of shops, restaurants, and places of entertainment within an open-air setting that pulsates with both flair and vitality. Spend time under the warm California sun shopping, dining, and creating new memories with friends and family. Each week, The Grove offers a new lineup of one-of-a-kind activities and events, ranging from limited-time pop-up shops and in-store styling to limited-time interactive activations and live entertainment in The Park. The Grove is the premier place for all of your entertainment needs, whether you're looking to shop, dine, or just enjoy life. Join us and experience the magic.

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  Shadow Lakes Golf club and Event Center

  401 W Country Club Dr, Brentwood, CA 94513, USA

  • Spaces for 150-500 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Country Club

  Shadow Lakes Golf Club is a public golf course and event center located at 401 West Country Club Drive in Brentwood, California, set against views of the 9th green and Mount Diablo. The facility reopened in October 2023 following a five-year closure, welcoming guests to a renovated 18-hole, par-70 championship course alongside a newly updated event center. The event center spans 5,000 square feet in a California craftsman style, featuring an open-concept floorplan with a full bar and indoor dining capacity for up to 150 guests. An outdoor event lawn and north side patio extend the venue's footprint for ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and larger gatherings, with the event lawn offering sweeping sunset views toward Mount Diablo. Shadow Lakes accommodates a range of occasions — weddings, receptions, banquets, fundraisers, golf tournaments, and corporate meetings — supported by an in-house catering team that provides chef-inspired menus for events of varying sizes.

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  Commodore Cruises & Events

  2394 Mariner Square Dr, Alameda, CA 94501, USA

  • Spaces for 175-350 Guests
  • 1 Boat

  Weddings: Choose one of our 6 luxury yachts as a unique venue for your perfect Wedding, Milestone Anniversary or Vow Renewal event … Imagine, the City-by-the-Bay as the perfect backdrop for your nuptials! Our Wedding Specialist will plan the celebration of your dreams, down to the minute detail, on a budget that you can afford. Make it memorable for you and your guests at Commodore! Corporate Events: Commodore is the greatest bargain for anything from entertaining clients to organizing a company outing, holding a business conference to introducing new products, and more. Give your group more than a boat for a comparable price; give them a luxury yacht with fine cuisine, live entertainment, impeccable service, and spectacular skyline views while cruising. Any function that can be held in a regular event room can be held on a Commodore Luxury Yacht while taking in the sights of the Bay. Year round, let us host your corporate and holiday event in the unique, opulent setting of a luxury yacht. We are professionals in what we do at Commodore Cruises & Events. Allow our years of successful experience to work for you and handle the planning, preparation, and execution of your event so you can relax and enjoy it. All Occasions: Commodore will make your special occasion genuinely unique. Enjoy fresh, inventive meals made on board. Commodore, as the world's most recognized wine fleet, can give a personal Sommelier for your special event upon request, allowing our staff to construct your customized menu. Commodore is a one-of-a-kind location for: - Birthday parties - Bar / Bat Mitzvahs - Quinceañeras - Retirement Celebrations - Graduations - Family Reunions - Dinner Cruises - Booze Cruises - Senior Outings - Religious Groups - Album Release Party - Dance Party - Any Special Occasion!

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  5401 Olympic Filming Location

  5401 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA

  • Spaces for 50 Guests

  5401 Olympic House is a traditionally lovely and airy, small location to celebrate your wedding with your closest friends and family. Your guests will enter the exclusive estate through the exquisite wooden gate, which provides a delicate, romantic appeal and complements the expansive front yard. The ceremony will be placed in a small and cozy outdoor area, which will be enjoyed by your guests. The party will continue outside during the reception, with your guests dancing the night away beneath the stars. This private estate, built in the 1920s, is a photographer's dream, as it has been utilized for a variety of filming productions. The door's carved elements add elegance while remaining simple, and they make a lovely backdrop for wedding photos. The general Spanish design of the house is basic yet sophisticated, with rich, dark wood framing the doorways and covering the floor and ceiling. The venue can hold up to 50 guests.

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  Hotel Normandie

  605 Normandie Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  Hotel Normandie has been a prominent landmark in Los Angeles for almost eight decades, with a rich history and quintessential Los Angeles flair. The original grandeur of Hotel Normandie shows through accents of Spanish Colonial and Renaissance Revival, which were designed and erected in 1926 by renowned architects Walker and Eisen. A multi-million dollar refurbishment has brought this Koreatown landmark to new heights, presenting the grandeur of Hollywood's golden age while retaining the modern luxury and contemporary conveniences of a posh boutique hotel. Our historic hotel's traditional Hollywood charm makes an ideal setting for celebrations. Our venue is ideal for a variety of events, including balls, birthday parties, meetings, pop-ups, family reunions, and banquet dinners. Hotel Normandie is the ideal venue for a wedding to remember, with our Eisen Room acting as an ideal bridal suite, our Charlamagne Ballroom poised for magnificent parties and celebrations, rooftop photography, and a complimentary suite for the wedded couple.

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  La Jolla Country Club

  San Diego, CA, USA

  La Jolla Country Club, founded in 1927, is a private, member-owned club where generations of families and friends congregate to create memorable memories. When throwing a special event at the Club, members and their guests can sit back and relax as the culinary and event experts at La Jolla Country Club take care of all the details. Choose from four different accommodations, each with a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean, La Jolla Village, or our meticulously groomed golf course. The Board of Directors, members, and staff would like to extend a warm welcome to you. While an invited guest of a member, we hope you find the following information useful as you use our facilities. Please contact your member host if you have any queries about this information. The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, San Diego's flagship beach resort, provides an unrivaled setting and service for life's most memorable moments. We encourage you to organize your perfect wedding at La Jolla Shores, which is nestled along one of Southern California's only private beaches and situated on 14 beautifully planted acres. The Club has a variety of diverse and exquisite event locations, ranging from our private beach to the beachfront Walnut Lounge. Furthermore, our full-service catering crew is led by great chefs, guaranteeing that your unique menu is truly a fine dining experience. The Club has 90 nicely fitted hotel guest rooms available for you and your guests to stay in during your special event. Begin making plans for the wedding of your dreams.

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