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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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DoubleTree by Hilton, Modesto
1150 9th St, Modesto, CA 95354, USA
- Spaces for 12-2,000 Guests
- 4 Hotels
- 4 Ballrooms
Our newly renovated Grand Ballroom and Hotel Event Space provide you with the perfect location for your Special Event. Our enthusiastic and professional meeting planners and event staff will provide you with extraordinary service. Whether you are planning your company's corporate meeting, organization's annual conference or your milestone event, our team will guide you through the process and show you how the DoubleTree by Hilton Modesto is the perfect venue to make you shine! Let our award-winning Culinary Team, lead by Executive Chef Faya Flores, tantalize your taste buds with her elegant cuisine inspired by her heritage and the local flavors and abundant harvest of California's Great Central Valley. We proudly use locally sourced produce and regionally made products in our delicious recipes, sure to please the palate of your guests. We are also connected to the City of Modesto's Modesto Centre Plaza, which adds an additional 24,000 square feet of flexible meeting space capable of hosting events up to 1500 people. the Modesto Centre Plaza also offers a park-like setting in their Park Plaza, perfect for outdoor ceremonies, company display tents, or appetizer receptions.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs
Chulita
533 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291, USA
- Spaces for 100-150 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
Our cozy space is a true neighborhood locale, evoking a Tulum beach shack vibe interwoven with the distinctive essence of Venice beach. ‍ Our mezcal and tequila-based cocktails combined with our collection of shareable dishes honor the spirit of authentic Mexican cuisine
Avg response time 1-2 hrs
North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
2050 Entertainment Cir, Chula Vista, CA 91911, USA
- Spaces for 200-20,155 Guests
- 5 Outdoor Spaces
- 5 Event Spaces
- 1 Venue with Activities
Welcome to your full-service outdoor event destination south of the city! North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre is an event planner’s dream set across 72-acres of rolling hills featuring an expansive Amphitheatre for 300 to 20,155 guests with the flexibility to activate multiple stages, lounges, lawns, VIP zones, and ample parking lots. Bring your next conference, brand activation, private festival, or fundraiser to life with access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, and custom menus and mixology. Our talented staff handles every detail, so you don’t have to!
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Baltaire
11647 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA
- Spaces for 48-140 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
A contemporary restaurant with classic genes, Baltaire is the perfect spot to enjoy lunch or brunch in the sun or dinner under the stars. LA’s modern, chef-driven steakhouse Baltaire is available for full buyouts with a capacity of 289. Baltaire’s private dining room can accommodate up to 48 guests, and can be divided into two smaller spaces, with a capacity of 30 or 18. Equipped with an outdoor fireplace and retractable roof, Baltaire’s terrace is also available for private parties, with seating for up to 90. Baltaire can also accomodate smaller semi-private groups. With Executive Chef Travis Strickland leading Boltaire's kitchen, and their certified sommelier conceptualizing cocktails and curating the wine list, Baltaire brings the highest grade steaks, exceptional seafood, resplendent drinks, and plenty of healthy, light fare options to Brentwood. Inside and out, Baltaire is designed as an elegant, yet inviting event space for all occasions. From corporate meetings to rehearsal dinners, award ceremonies to high-profile functions, the restaurant accommodates both intimate gatherings and large groups. Boltaire's special events team will work with you to coordinate every detail of your event. Executive Chef Travis Strickland is pleased to meet with you to curate a menu that fits your guests’ needs. In addition, their sommelier can recommend the perfect wines to pair with your menu, and even design a handcrafted cocktail that gives your event a personal touch. From conception to execution Boltaire's Director of Special Events, Khrysta Ramos, will make sure every aspect of your event is just as you imagined.
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
1260 Channel Dr, Montecito, CA 93108, USA
- Spaces for 100-500 Guests
- 2 Hotels
- 2 Ballrooms
- 1 Event Space
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara offers 15,000 square feet (1,390 square metres) of luxurious event space, including two ballrooms and nine meeting rooms that can accommodate groups of 10 to 400. You can rest easy knowing that an experienced Four Seasons Santa Barbara Conference Services Manager is here to ensure that every aspect of your meeting, reception or banquet is a success. A luxury resort in Santa Barbara, California. A Spanish Colonial treasure whose red roof tiles, ivory adobe and graceful archways grace Butterfly Beach in exclusive Montecito, this classic West Coast resort blends the glory of historic California with Four Seasons service in the heart of “America’s Riviera.” An alluring history, quiet atmosphere, ocean-edge beauty and stunning weather – the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is the perfect spot to create amazing indoor and outdoor events year round. This Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is a magnificent hotel and a stunning venue for all kinds of functions from multi-day incentive programs, to important family celebrations, to automotive events.
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa
44400 Indian Wells Ln, Indian Wells, CA 92210, USA
- Spaces for 1,200-1,500 Guests
- 1 Resort
No destination speaks of natural elegance as completely as the Renaissance Esmeralda Indian Wells Resort & Spa. Allow us to create a tailor-made experience for you and your loved ones with our 120,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. Take advantage of Indian Wells’ 350 sunny days a year and breathtaking views of the Santa Rosa foothills. Our award winning catering team and professional event planners will customize your day from start to finish, utilizing the unique luxury of the Renaissance Indian Wells to ensure your wedding serves as a celebration of your love.
The Masonic
1111 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
- Spaces for 250-3,300 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Theater
- 4 Event Spaces
Located atop San Francisco’s Nob Hill, The Masonic offers a dramatic setting for corporate events, galas, concerts, receptions, conferences, and private celebrations. The venue features more than 74,000 square feet of flexible event space and can accommodate gatherings ranging from 50 to several thousand guests. Its spaces include the expansive auditorium, elegant lobby areas, and the California Room, which features large windows and sweeping city views. State-of-the-art lighting and sound, full-service event production, custom menus, and mixology support gatherings of varying styles and scales. With its distinctive architecture and central San Francisco location, The Masonic creates a memorable backdrop for high-impact events.
Avg response time 1-2 hrs
Plant Food + Wine
1009 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, USA
Plant Food + Wine is the restaurant industry's answer to everyone's wildest dreams. A space that combines all of the elements into one naturally beautiful space design for creative expression, enjoyment and ultimately sharing a great meal with friends, loved ones, or perhaps alone with a great book. It is so rare to have the opportunity to serve guests in a setting that allows us to grow some of our own ingredients, sit under olive and fig trees, highlight our sustainable wine in its own bungalow and surround the experience with all of the elements. We are not your typical restaurant with a predetermined recipe or set of guidelines to follow. Instead, PFW is an environment that is organic and is continuously evolving. Constantly being planted and pruned, modified with new pieces of natural and manmade art, and even a few friendly squirrels, hummingbirds, and butterflies share the experience with our guests as they dine on the ever-evolving menu. The one thing that won't change is our dedication to finding the highest-quality ingredients, remaining at the forefront of technological advancement, and giving our customers an experience that is both genuine and friendly. PFW proposes a beautiful selection of locally sourced fare in a seasonally crafted menu, enriched by an extensive wine list of organic and biodynamic varietals. Plant Food + Wine is a restaurant that focuses on providing guests with a one-of-a-kind experience revolving around scrumptious and nutritious plant-based cuisine. The menu at Plant Food + Wine is chef-driven and uses only locally sourced ingredients. It is complemented by an extensive wine list that focuses on organic and biodynamic varietals. Plant Food + Wine is a restaurant that focuses on providing guests with a one-of-a-kind experience that revolves around scrumptious and nutritious food options.
Mendocino Grove
9500 CA-1, Mendocino, CA 95460, USA
- Spaces for 20-200 Guests
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Meeting Space
Mendocino Grove is a chic glamping venue for corporate offsites, retreats and weddings, spanning 36 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Northern California’s picturesque Mendocino Coast. Combining the deep experience of being immersed in nature with the simple comforts of a dreamy bed, crisp cotton linens, hot showers, wonderful food and plenty of fresh air, Mendocino Grove allows groups to relax and truly enjoy the transformative experience of spending time in nature. Atop redwood decks with Adirondack chairs to take in the beautiful surroundings, Mendocino Grove's spacious Safari-style tents come fully-outfitted with heated beds, down comforters, crisp cotton linens, fluffy towels, reading lamps and lanterns. The bathhouses are beautifully appointed with EO products, fresh flowers, more fluffy towels and showers with plenty of hot water. Nearby, you will find the Camp Spa including a dry sauna, rooms for massage and yoga deck looking out onto the Mendocino Bay. Located on a forest bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Mendocino Grove is ideally situated beside the village of Mendocino, California, a picturesque destination with stunning ocean vistas, gorgeous beaches and rivers, unique boutiques and art galleries, interesting restaurants and cafes, and much more.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs
Grande Colonial
910 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
- Spaces for 20-120 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
For definitive meetings and special events for up to 120 guests, The Grande Colonial offers professional meeting and catering specialists to design and execute a flawless event. Catering to those who expect the highest levels of hospitality and service, the Grande Colonial’s intimate size ensures personalized attention for every guest. From small business breakfasts to product rollouts and dinner banquets to grand celebratory affairs, Grande Colonial's professional event planning and catering teams will ensure that no detail is overlooked. During the planning process, you will choose from a variety of indoor and outdoor venues, as well as splendid catering options from the award-winning culinary team at NINE-TEN Restaurant. Perfectly located just moments from the Scripps Institute, the University of California San Diego, and the La Jolla, Sorrento Valley and Golden Triangle business districts, The Grande Colonial majestic hotel complements its historic grandeur with the full range of state-of-the-art business amenities.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Brea North Orange County
900 E Birch St, Brea, CA 92821, USA
Your new life together begins at the beautiful Embassy Suites by Hilton Brea. Our wedding professionals are prepared to make this special day everything you've dreamed of - and more!
City View at Metreon
135 4th St #4000, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
- Spaces for 800 Guests
Located right in the heart of San Francisco, City View at Metreon is newly renovated and suited to host receptions, conferences, and everything else in between. Metreon is remodeled and more upscale than before, the city view has over 31,000 square feet of space that can host anywhere from 200 to 2,000 guests. The City View at Metreon has a magnificent view of the skyline and an outdoor terrace unlike any other making it the perfect venue to host any event.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
5300 Grand Del Mar Ct, San Diego, CA 92130, USA
- Spaces for 14-1,360 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
- 11 Resorts
Situated on a canyon preserve amid the striking fairways of Fairmont Grand Del Mar offers an ideal backdrop for meetings and events. The 249-room resort features in excess of 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space to accommodate a full range of events – from intimate board meetings or incentive trips to charity galas and anniversary parties – for groups of up to 600 guests. Fairmont Grand Del Mar resort offers a wealth of indoor and outdoor activities for groups and events of all sizes, such as wine and cheese tastings, culinary classes, yoga sessions, rejuvenating spa treatments, professional golf and tennis instruction and so much more. In short, all of the activities offered at this sunny San Diego resort can be tailored to accommodate any group’s needs. Discover unparalleled romance for your special day at San Diego's premier wedding venue. Reminiscent of a Mediterranean estate and nestled in the storybook setting of the breathtaking Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve, Fairmont Grand Del Mar is the perfect venue to take your first steps toward forever.
Beach Chalet
1000 Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94121, USA
Located where Golden Gate Park meets the Pacific Ocean, Beach Chalet offers stunning panoramic views of Ocean Beach. Beach Chalet is the perfect location for any celebration - from wedding reception, to corporate holiday parties.
Eureka Building
1621 Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606, USA
- Spaces for 300 Guests
The Eureka Building is centrally located in downtown Irvine, California. It is a unique outdoor site with tall trees that provide a one-of-a-kind atmosphere for any couple looking to exchange vows on a budget. An unexpected touch of nature in an industrial setting will help any event become a night to remember. Eureka also has an inside space for cocktail hour or a small reception with room for dancing that can accommodate 40-60 people. Eureka Building is a venue not to be overlooked, with most vendors offering up to 12 hours of event time. This foliage-filled event hall is deliciously lush and green, just minutes from John Wayne Airport in the heart of the Irvine Business Complex. A wonderful mood is created by twinkling lights hung over the grass and wrapped around the trees. Guests can interact during cocktail hour in the Atrium, a sleek, skylit building with a built-in bar. They can then meet you in the Park for a reception, which offers plenty of room for rows of rustic tables. There's even a helipad! The Eureka team offers a variety of practical facilities that will create an elegant complement to the chic surroundings, including dark wood folding seats, chandeliers, wine barrels, a rolling wood bar, and more.
Damminger Productions
189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
- Spaces for 120-150 Guests
- 1 Event Space
DAMMINGER PRODUCTIONS IS A FEMALE-FOUNDED CREATIVE AGENCY. WE ARE STORYTELLERS THAT REDEFINE THE BOUNDARIES OF EVENT PRODUCTION BY WAY OF IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES AND INNOVATIVE DESIGN.
Hilton Garden Inn Davis Downtown
10 F St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
Find us in downtown Davis within a mile of the University of California Davis, Massage Envy, and Orange Theory Fitness. We’re two miles from the Arboretum and UC Davis Health Stadium. An Amtrak station is two blocks away. We offer 3,334 sq. ft. of event space, free bicycle rentals, and dining at our on-site restaurant, Scholar.
Rancho Nicasio
1 Old Rancheria Rd, Nicasio, CA 94946, USA
- Spaces for 160-250 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Event Space
Rancho Nicasio is an ideal location for weddings and receptions, as well as private gatherings, company picnics, and corporate events. This historic roadhouse, founded in 1941, is located in the geographic middle of Marin County and is only "25 minutes from anywhere." Nicasio, which means "the hidden one," is a charming community nestled among the undulating hills of Marin County. Nicasio has remained untouched by the passage of time, nestled in a remote valley with views of grassy hills, woodlands, and peacefully grazing ranch animals. Rancho Nicasio, located on the north side of Nicasio's New England-style town square, is the town's heart and soul. A magnificent deep green grass, vine-festooned gazebo, a shady grove of pines with an outdoor stage, al fresco bar, wide open grill area, patios, decks, and more make for a lovely backdrop. Views of undulating hills, farms, and farmland are unforgettable. Beautiful arched timber ceilings, brass trimmed fixtures, a permanent oak dance floor, and a built-in stage with excellent lighting and sound can be found in the Rancho Room. The north wall's curtains open to reveal a panoramic view of the hills. The Rancho Room deck, brick patio, and lawn area are all accessible through French doors.
Courtyard by Marriott Sunnyvale Silicon Valley
660 W El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, USA
About Courtyard by Marriott Sunnyvale Silicon Valley Perfect Stay in Sunnyvale, CA – Recently Renovated Experience the best of both worlds at the newly refreshed Courtyard Sunnyvale Silicon Valley. Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, our updated hotel features modernized rooms, a revitalized lobby, and refreshed public spaces designed for comfort, Surrounded by palm trees and productivity. Conveniently located off Highway 85 on El Camino Real, we put you within minutes of San Jose, Downtown Mountain View, and top tech campuses, including Google headquarters, NASA. Explore nearby attractions like Great America, Golfland, Shoreline Amphitheatre, SAP Center and minutes from Levi’s Stadium, home of the 49ers. After a busy day, unwind in our stylish updated room with contemporary amenities like a large parking lot and complimentary Wi-Fi. Enjoy fresh, flavorful dining at The Bistro, or relax in our inviting outdoor spaces. Stay active in our well-equipped fitness center or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. Book your stay today and experience the updated Courtyard Sunnyvale Silicon Valley.
Bloomfield Farms
4707 Bloomfield Rd, Petaluma, CA 94952, USA
- Spaces for 200 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Farm
Rustic & Refined ~ Stylish & Sustainable The beautiful backdrop of Bloomfield Farms sets the scene for your very special day and our on-site wedding and event specialists help you design the perfect wedding or event. This exquisite canvas offers a multitude of settings to create your one-of-a-kind dream wedding, farm-style corporate retreat or party, birthday celebration or any other occasion that requires a very special place. We can comfortably host parties of up to 200 guests.