Top California Opening Party Venues
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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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The Barn at Harrow Cellars
150 Wagner Rd, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA- Spaces for 75-300 Guests
- 3 Barns
- 3 Farms
Surrounded by lush vineyards and spectacular valley vistas, The Barn at Harrow Cellars offers three versatile venues to create an exquisite atmosphere for an indoor/outdoor wine country wedding or corporate gathering. Nestled in the heart of Sonoma, our property features pathways lined with olive trees, a pond, and lush greenery to pair with our spacious and charming white barn. With panoramic views of Carneros’ rolling hills, lush green grounds, and an elegantly rustic interior space, The Barn at Harrow Cellars is the ideal indoor/outdoor experience for a wine country wedding. Folktable Catering is the exclusive in-house caterer, offering a creative menu and all-inclusive service for your gathering. WHAT’S INCLUDED The venue fee includes a 1-hour ceremony rehearsal prior to the wedding date, outdoor ceremony site, 6-hour venue time, and access to the Bridal Suite. • 200 Natural Wood Padded Ceremony Chairs • 20 66” Round Banquet Tables • Custom Bar and Bar Glassware • 3 High Cocktail Tables • 2 Fire Pits and 8 Black Adirondack Chairs • 2 Wine Barrel Bars • Teak Lounge Furniture THE BRIDAL SUITE Included is a private bridal suite with a private restroom, makeup and hair vanity, full-length mirrors, garment racks, and lounge furniture.
Pricing Details AvailableAvg response time 2-4 hrs
Casa Vertigo
1828 Oak St, Los Angeles, CA, USA- Spaces for 15-2,000 Guests
- 1 Bar
- 6 Ballrooms
- 7 Total Spaces
Casa Vertigo offers an array of event spaces, from elegant ballrooms to inviting lounges and even rooftop areas. While steeped in history, the venue has undergone modern updates to ensure it caters to contemporary event needs. Located in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, Casa Vertigo enjoys a prime location, making it accessible to various attractions and accommodations. But perhaps what truly distinguishes Casa Vertigo is its unwavering commitment to preserving its unique character, creating a harmonious blend of the past and present. With an experienced team dedicated to event planning and management, Casa Vertigo promises unforgettable experiences that seamlessly combine history, aesthetics, and modernity for every occasion. Meet Maria C. and Denise M., the venue experts. We specialize in guiding you through every aspect of your chosen venue, accommodating gatherings with guest counts ranging from 100 to 450+. With extensive experience in the entertainment industry for many years, we have assisted numerous individuals in navigating the event process, regardless of the occasion. Whether you're planning a private event such as a wedding, Sweet 15 celebration, bar mitzvah, Celebration of Life, corporate gathering, holiday party, trade show/exhibition, educational seminar, or cultural and arts event, we are here to offer expert advice and resources best suited to your event's success.
$13,000 minAvg response time 1-2 hrs
Cafe Coyote
2461 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110, USA- Spaces for 30-1,000 Guests
- 5 Restaurants
- 1 Bar
- 5 Total Spaces
For nearly 30 years, Cafe Coyote has been a San Diego classic! Come enjoy our friendly service, wonderful Mexican food, cool margaritas, and a festive ambiance in the Historic Walking District of Old Town San Diego. Thank you for thinking of Cafe Coyote as a venue for your special occasion. Café Coyote is a well-known international hotspot located in the heart of Historic Old Town San Diego! We are a lively, festive, and spectacular location that can make your event one to remember. Café Coyote is a great place to celebrate any event. We have it all, whether you want a vibrant outdoor event, an intimate semi-private space, a sun-drenched patio, a private experience with your own personal bar, or a rustic Old Mexico vibe in our Cantina or Tequila Room. Café Coyote is the ideal location for making your gathering a fiesta! Café Coyote is the ideal location for private events such as wedding rehearsal dinners, tequila dinners, corporate events, and birthday parties. Our delicious traditional Mexican meals, homemade tortillas, speciality Grande Margaritas, and a tequila variety of over 100 tequilas have made Café Coyote famous across the world. Your event menu will include the finest of Café Coyote's offerings! Locals, visitors, and friends enjoy dining, drinking, and listening to our roaming mariachis all year long. We enhance the world-famous Café Coyote experience by combining the best of what we have to offer to create an unforgettable occasion for your guests! Café Coyote is excited to make memories with you.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Fedora Rooftop
839 S Fedora St, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA- Spaces for 35-150 Guests
- 1 Rooftop
Fedora is a rooftop space set in the center of Downtown Los Angeles. The skyline opens wide the moment you step out, with sweeping DTLA views that frame the entire experience. Open air surroundings, natural daylight, and a full city backdrop shape the atmosphere from morning through night. Golden hour casts warm light across the rooftop. After dark, the building lights across Downtown create a striking night scene. The space holds strong visual lines and open flow throughout, giving every angle depth and presence. The central DTLA location places you minutes from major neighborhoods, restaurants, and creative hubs. The rooftop supports private events, brand activations, film shoots, photo shoots, and social gatherings with a flexible layout that shifts easily for different setups. Fedora delivers an elevated rooftop setting with city views that stay with you long after the event ends.
Est. $20/guestPricing Details Available
Level Up Bowl & Bistro
Chicos store, 550 Deep Valley Dr, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274, USA- Spaces for 30-1,000 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 3 Bars
- 3 Total Spaces
At Level Up Bowl and Bistro, we bring people together for high-energy, totally unforgettable events. We’ve combined upscale bowling, interactive arcade games, and exceptional dining to create a vibrant atmosphere that feels lightyears away from your typical party venue. Whether you’re planning a corporate team outing, a milestone birthday bash, or a full venue takeover, our flexible spaces easily adapt to your group's unique vibe. Our experienced team handles every single detail—from chef-crafted menu selections and signature craft cocktail packages to custom game setups and smooth event flow. You get to step back, play, and actually enjoy your own party while we make sure every single guest has an incredible time. Let's work together to make your next celebration truly next-level!
Est. $95/guestAvg response time 1-2 hrs
KUE Event space
5434 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601, USA- Spaces for 150-170 Guests
KUE Event Space Is made up of a team of Experienced passionate personnel that aims to create a unique experience for each of our clientele. The space has unique Bohemian Look with pendant Basket lighting, a high ceiling with green flowing plants décor, white Gallery brick walls, white Glossy floors, a unisex restroom, Air conditioning and Fans, 3 exits with 2 large enough for loading large items, abundant street parking and a parking lot available for rent for those who want street parking, security cameras for safety and a Great Spacious Green outdoor Patio. It is a unique warm set up for Conferences, Meetings, Private events like Bridal showers , Baby showers, indoor weddings, Engagements, Live concerts, product launches, Birthdays, Photoshoots , quinceaneras ,bar mitzvah, Theme nights, activities like Bingo, sip and paint, pottery and so many other events. 'EVERY BOOKING COMES WITH TABLES (Round or Rectangular) AND WHITE CHIAVARI CHAIRS' We now also offer certain items for rental for example; A 360 Photo Booth; White Chiavari chairs, Luxury gold Chiavari chairs, 8ft white Round folding plastic tables , 8ft white Rectangular folding plastic tables, a wide Beautiful love seat .
$1,500 minAvg response time 1-2 hrs
Grand Central Market
317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA- Spaces for 70-20,000 Guests
- 1 Bar
- 3 Landmarks
- 5 Total Spaces
Located in the heart of DTLA, Grand Central Market offers a variety of unique event spaces perfect for brand activations, corporate events, film shoots, screenings and premieres, conferences, and unforgettable celebrations. Choose from our raw, industrial Lower Level, the stylish and flexible Market Loft, the iconic Million Dollar Theatre—a historic vintage movie palace full of old-Hollywood charm—or our intimate Outdoor Patio for open-air get-togethers. Whether you're planning something bold and urban or classic and cinematic, our venues provide the perfect backdrop in one of LA’s most legendary settings. The Market opened in 1917 and continues to bring together the cuisines and cultures of Los Angeles. With over 40 vendors, the Market features rising stars and success stories from LA's vibrant food scene. Grand Central Market is open daily from 8am to 9pm. For more information visit grandcentralmarket.com.
$2,500 min
JULEP venue
1735 Hancock St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA- Spaces for 30-750 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 4 Event Spaces
JULEP venue is one of San Diego’s largest multipurpose event spaces, featuring a bright and expansive main hall with high gabled ceilings and 12,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor event space. Centrally located in the base of Mission Hills, JULEP venue can accommodate large corporate events, quinceaneras, mitzvahs, festivals, weddings, galas, and social celebrations. Our in-house services and amenities include tables, chairs, linens, AV, staging, custom room dividers, outdoor seating, and a professional team of Event Coordinators who’ve been formally trained in the event industry. You can also enjoy exclusive beverage service with JULEP’S cocktail catering provider, Snake Oil Cocktail Co, specializing in creating immersive bar experiences and elevating your event by providing the highest level of hospitality to you and your guest.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
SportsFest
1330 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA- Spaces for 50-200 Guests
- 2 Bars
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Venue with Activities
Wide open tri-level space equipped with two full bars and speakeasy with 2 VIP areas and 2 bungalows. Features innovative, interactive sports technology making debut in US. Robust Bose Soundsystem throughout venue and more than 15 programmable big screens for digital content selected by host. Stage with projector in back area great for work presentations, stand-up comedy, movie screenings, and music acts. Walls adorned with works from hyperlocal artists. Prep kitchen available and small storage area for hosts. 7500 sq ft multi-level open space with two bars including speakeasy in downtown Santa Monica. Venue includes: Innovative sports interactive games - first time in US Arcade games Two bars Speakeasy Private rooms
Est. $35/guest$1,500 min
sbe
9247 Alden Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, USA- Spaces for 150-500 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
- 5 Bars
- 6 Total Spaces
Founded by Sam Nazarian, SBE Hospitality Group is a global leader in luxury dining, nightlife, and curated event experiences, redefining modern hospitality. Our award-winning venues seamlessly blend culinary artistry, elevated mixology, and immersive entertainment, creating exceptional moments for corporate gatherings, social events, weddings, and high-profile industry celebrations. With a portfolio of Michelin-recognized chefs, trendsetting venues, and world-class hospitality, SBE is the preferred choice for luxury brand activations, red-carpet affairs, and bespoke private dining experiences. Our commitment to innovation and excellence has positioned us at the forefront of the fine dining and entertainment industry, attracting influencers, business leaders, and global tastemakers to our dynamic spaces. At SBE, we believe every event should be extraordinary. Whether it’s a corporate gala, intimate dinner, holiday celebration, or product launch, our event team ensures a seamless and unforgettable experience. Our venues feature stunning interiors, customizable event spaces, and world-class cuisine, setting the stage for a flawless event tailored to your vision. With decades of expertise in luxury hospitality, experiential marketing, and fine dining, SBE creates immersive experiences that go beyond expectations. We proudly offer bespoke catering services, exclusive venue rentals, and private dining options in some of the most sought-after locations.
Pricing Details AvailableAvg response time 2-4 hrs
JBG Studio
3840 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90063, USA- Spaces for 50 Guests
JBG Studio offers a versatile and affordable space for video production, filming, photography, podcasts, film screenings, content creation, auditions, events, and more. The studio features a cozy outdoor area illuminated by vintage string lights. The outdoor space can be used for your guests to mingle and relax, filming or photoshoots. We can provide tables and chairs for your guests, or cast and crew. Our Studio features a state-of-the-art screening room to showcase your film, and it is equipped with a 4K laser projector and seating for up to 50 guests. Our expert in-house AVL technician is available to assist you with any production requirements. We offer support for various production needs, specifically in audio, video, and lighting equipment and services. Our extensive inventory includes equipment for podcasts, live streaming, films, and commercial videos, featuring top-of-the-line 8K digital cinema cameras and professional lighting. Also, AV equipment such as speakers and microphones are available. Additionally, we provide a professional crew, props, costumes, and more. Have your next production with us!
$100 minAvg response time 1-2 hrs
Straus Home Ranch
22888 Shoreline Hwy, Marshall, CA 94940, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Farm
Thank you for taking the time to look over our property. Since 2015, we've been hosting weddings, and it's been a true honor. We offer weddings for up to 180 people on weekends from mid-May to October, and smaller celebrations throughout the year. We offer two locations for ceremonies: a 150-year-old eucalyptus and cypress grove with a stunning view of the sea, and our front garden (with the bay towering enormous in the background). Receptions are held in our 160-year-old hay barn, which has recently been rebuilt, and we can also host your rehearsal dinner and next-day brunch on the front lawn. The ranch is a perfect intimate, comfortable, and gorgeous spot for family and friends to hang out, play lawn games, and use as a home base to explore West Marin, including kayaking, hiking, local oysters, and artisan cheeses. Weekend weddings are a two-night minimum, and the ranch is a perfect intimate, comfortable, and gorgeous spot for family and friends to hang out, play lawn games, and use as a home base to explore West Marin, including kayaking, hiking, local oysters, and There are also four AirBnBs within a 5-minute walk and many more within a 1-minute drive, as well as lots of local lodging options for out-of-town visitors.
Pricing Details AvailableAvg response time 1-2 hrs
Tipsy Putt East Bay
5690 Bay St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA- Spaces for 12-500 Guests
- 14 Restaurants
- 14 Bars
- 14 Total Spaces
Play and party to your heart's content at Tipsy Putt, an indoor mini-golf bar and restaurant venue with locations across Northern California. Whether it be wedding welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, bachelor/ette parties, or after parties - we are no strangers to celebrating new chapters. The staff at Tipsy Putt look forward to welcoming you and your guests for great food, good times, and tons of fun. Whether an intimate gathering or a get-together with all your friends and family, sip, socialize, and savor the excitement at this stellar dining spot. From mini-golf to cornhole, Tipsy Putt has an amazing variety of thrilling activities for your most competitive attendees. With high-end facilities to match, your 10-400 guests are bound to have a blast as they celebrate you. Right next to the games area is a stylish sports bar with tables, chairs, and flat-screen TVs, as well as a vast selection of local craft beers and draft cocktails. Tipsy Putt also offers delicious, Mexi-Cali inspired, pub fare with individual ordering or catering options available. Hosting your wedding event at Tipsy Putt gives you plenty of support throughout the planning phase. From the rentals to the sound, lighting, and equipment for games, the team will provide everything you need for your special occasion. We can't wait to host your group to Drink Local and Putt Tipsy!
Pricing Details AvailableAvg response time 2-4 hrs
The Mayfair Hotel Los Angeles
1256 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA- Spaces for 80-600 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
Located in Downtown Los Angeles, The Mayfair Hotel is a historic property that has maintained a steadfast presence in the city for nearly a century. The hotel opened in 1926, and soon became a hotspot for Hollywood celebrities, renowned authors, glamourous socialites and incredible artists. In 1929, the hotel’s ballroom played host to the first ever Academy Awards after-party… and the celebration has just kept on going. Today, the hotel’s interior and event venues expertly blend the best of modern and edgy LA cultural elements with the art-deco flair and décor of the Roaring 20s. Multiple flexible event spaces offer convenient and ideal environments for parties, receptions, galas, networking events, weddings, and other special occasions. Available venues/spaces are adaptable and customizable, and include a multi-tiered, outdoor, rooftop pool deck and bar with gorgeous views of the Downtown LA skyline, a breathtaking ballroom with stunning artistic features, a restaurant space and three commercial kitchens.
Est. $114/guest$5,000 minAvg response time 4-6 hrs
The Grand 1401
1401 Fulton St #212, Fresno, CA 93721, USA- Spaces for 280-580 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
Nestled in the heart of Fresno's vibrant history, The Grand 1401 offers an enchanting blend of elegance and modern sophistication. Our iconic venue boasts two distinct ballrooms, each with its own unique allure. The Grand Ballroom, located on the first floor, is a masterpiece of architectural beauty, featuring soaring ceilings, glittering chandeliers, and intricate moldings that can accommodate up to 550 guests in a setting that exudes grandeur and class. The Grand on 10, perched on the 10th floor, presents a contemporary space with breathtaking panoramic views, a built in stage, and a chic ambiance that captivates and charms. At The Grand 1401, we are committed to creating unforgettable memories in a historic venue where every detail is steeped in elegance, making your special events legendary.
Avg response time 1-2 hrs
Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619, USA- Spaces for 250-2,000 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Whether you are planning a corporate meeting, gala, holiday party, team building event, or wedding, Chabot offers a variety of rental spaces to fit your needs. Our experienced events team will help you customize a unique experience inside Chabot’s architectural buildings, outdoors surrounded by the redwood forest, or up on our Observation Deck where Chabot’s three historical telescopes reside.
Pricing Details AvailableAvg response time 4-6 hrs
Chambers eat + drink
601 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA- Spaces for 30-700 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
Chambers is the ideal meeting spot for any occasion, since it is conveniently located in the heart of the city, just 3 blocks from the San Francisco Civic Center and 6 streets from Union Square. Smaller parties feel pleasant in any of our little corners, even though we have ample capacity to accommodate celebrations of 700 or more attendees. Our Spaces The Horseshoe: The horseshoe is the focal point of our lounge and is ideal for informal meetings of 5-30 people. This location, which is just next to our DJ Booth and Lounge Bar, can serve as a semi-private home base for your party. The Lounge: This is where the party takes place! Our lounge has a capacity of 20-150 people and can be rented out on a semi-exclusive or full-exclusive basis. To suit any type of event, there is a complete bar, DJ booth, and an 80" flat screen television. The Patio: Drink in the gorgeous view of the pool and palm trees in our private oasis while enjoying cocktails at our super secret pop-up bar! Worried about Karl the Fog? We have wind barriers and outside heaters that will keep you comfortable while you enjoy the party. Each patio can fit up to 40-50 seated guests. The Courtyard: The pool-side courtyard, which can hold gatherings of up to 500 people and can be customized to fulfill practically any purpose, is ideal for bigger scale events. There is a fire pit and two independent cabanas that may be set up for smaller, more intimate gatherings. Seated dinners can fit up to 250 guests. Chambers Buyout- Can’t decide on which space? Rent out the whole venue! Max capacity is 700 guests.
Pricing Details AvailableAvg response time 4-6 hrs
Stay Kentina
38801 Los Corralitos Rd, Temecula, CA 92592, USA- Spaces for 80 Guests
Clubhouse at Galway The Clubhouse is conveniently located by our 15 Ranch Houses (4bed, 4bath each) and it is the perfect flex space to host rehearsal dinners, brunches, meetings, corporate retreats, birthday gatherings, etc. The Clubhouse is available as a daily use venue rental. Things to know: -The pool next to the clubhouse is not part of the venue and remains open to other guests. -Access to venue 11am to 10pm. - Inside seating up to 50 people, plus patio seating up to 30 people. -Patio space includes BBQ, market lighting, bar. - Vendors allowed upon approval. -Free Parking. -No weddings or wedding receptions -6 farm tables and 50 chairs inside -One bathroom - 2 fridges available
$700 minAvg response time 1-2 hrsOakland Arena
7000 Coliseum Wy, Oakland, CA 94621, USA- Spaces for 60-3,500 Guests
The Oakland Arena, and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Complex infuses social and corporate events with style, history, culture, and nostalgia. The arena has hosted NBA Championships and legendary performances from artists such as Adele, Madonna, The Greatful Dead and Prince. Our private event spaces showcase contemporary design and modern amenities that uphold our legacy with inspired, impactful, and elevated events. You are not required to fill The Arena to host an event with us. We have 16 other private event spaces within our complex grounds.
$7,500 minAvg response time 6-12 hrs
Newport Beach Marriott Bayview
500 Bayview Cir, Newport Beach, CA 92660, USA- Spaces for 14-150 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 2 Ballrooms
- 5 Total Spaces
Curate your dream event in Newport Beach Marriott Bayview. Let our inspired location on the Newport Beach Back Bay provide the perfect backdrop for your special day. Choose from 6,298 square feet of event space in a scenic Bayview setting. From intimate ceremonies to a larger gathering, our experienced wedding planners will make your vision come to life. Our flexible spaces are set up to express and honor your personal styles and traditions. Toast under our warm Southern California skies or celebrate in one of our inspired event spaces.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs