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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Windmill Canyon Ranch
13270 Jack Rabbit Trail, Beaumont, CA 92223, USA- Spaces for 350 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Farm
Windmill Canyon is a 40 acre ranch wedding venue, nestled in beautiful rolling hills. We offer the options of an outdoor wedding ceremony and a reception in an authentic barn with the back country feel that you are looking for. Windmill Canyon is a Southern California wedding venue conveniently located near the 10 and 60 freeways.
Avg response time 1-2 days
Duck Foot Brewing Company
8920 Kenamar Dr #210, San Diego, CA 92121, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
- 1 Event Space
WE'RE READY TO PARTY! Host your event at our cozy, award-winning craft brewery, with a variety of beer styles to please newbies and beer aficionados alike! Our brewery is located in central San Diego County with indoor and outdoor spaces for intimate gatherings up to large festival-sized events. Our professional event team includes event management, design decor, and a professional chef to personalize your event and impress your guests. Our tasting room is made to host events with plenty of seating and an imposing view of active beer tanks. The environment feels open and fun while having an industrial background of an operating brewhouse. We have 20 taps of fresh, delicious beer on a wide bar to make sure nobody is left with an empty glass. Custom tours are available!
Avg response time 6-12 hrs
Verdi Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA, USAWhen it comes to private events, Verdi is the perfect spot for just about any occasion. The patio space is incredibly versatile and can be customized to match your event’s theme. All the while, the wonderful staff will help make sure everything runs smoothly. If you’re interested in hosting a gathering at Verdi, fill out the form on the “Private Events” page of the website. Verdi Garden, a modern and upscale Los Angeles restaurant, serves delicious food and premium hookah with tastes from the Mediterranean and Middle East. Verdi Garden is located in the heart of Encino on Ventura Blvd. Thanks to a wonderfully built covered outside patio, guests are transported to an idyllic legendary garden for an elegant and vibrant meal experience. Every night, our DJ and drummer team curates and creates an international playlist that will leave you with a lasting impression. Friday and Saturday nights, the Gypsy Kings Family band creates an attractive fusion of classic flamenco traditions with Western pop and Latin rhythms, creating a unique and irresistible atmosphere. Enjoy Greek Oriental Night, which takes place on Friday through Sunday evenings with special guest singer Yorgo. “Food is amazing, service is unreal. Very professional, very clean. There is no other Mediterranean restaurant that compares to Verdi Garden in this area. The place is beautiful, very upscale but affordable. I've been several times for different occasions, even had my brother's birthday last month and they were very accommodating. Everyone that came was so impressed with everything they made additional reservations.” -Verdi guest
Mastro's Ocean Club
8112 East Coast Hwy, Newport Coast, CA 92657, USA- Spaces for 48-150 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
Mastro's combines atmosphere, comfort and elegance for the perfect setting for your next corporate, social or charitable event. For up to 180 guests, Mastro's courteous and professional staff can provide an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. The private dining rooms offer the perfect setting for your every type of event, but for something truly spectacular, the entire Steakhouse can be reserved exclusively for your private event. As an added attraction, enjoy live entertainment and dancing nightly in the Piano Bar Lounge. Mastro's looks forward to hearing from you.
Embassy Suites San Diego Bay – Downtown
601 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA 92101, USA- Spaces for 30-200 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
An all-suite hotel located in the heart of downtown San Diego and just minutes from the San Diego International Airport, Embassy Suites San Diego Bay - Downtown is the ideal location for guests visiting San Diego.
Blu Temple Wine and Cigar Lounge
1786 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USAWelcome to Blu Temple and Blu Cabana your Tropical Haven for Every Occassion! A refined tropical haven in the heart of the city, crafted for elevated experiences from sunrise to last call. 🌴✨ This island-inspired venue brings luxury to every hour of the day: bright, sun-washed mornings perfect for brunches and mimosas 🍊🥂, warm golden-hour glow that transforms the space into pure magic ✨🌅, and chic evening ambiance under soft lighting and tropical textures. With lush greenery, designer lounge seating, cabanas, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow, Blu Cabana delivers a sophisticated backdrop for weddings, milestone celebrations, brand activations, and upscale social gatherings. Every corner is camera-ready, every moment feels elevated, and every experience stands out. 📸💫 It’s the destination for hosts who want luxury, versatility, and a setting that naturally steals the spotlight.
Venue 412
412 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA- Spaces for 127-400 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Meeting Space
Venue 412 is a 12,422 sq ft, two-level event venue at 412 Broadway in San Francisco's North Beach, on the edge of the Financial District. We host corporate events, wedding receptions, brand activations, fashion shows, product launches, fundraisers and galas, milestone birthdays, music video shoots, and private buyouts for groups up to 400. The rental includes a full A/V package (PA, professional lighting, video to eleven HD displays, wireless mics, Pioneer DJ booth), in-house catering through our commercial kitchen, two private dressing rooms, four unisex rest rooms, and an artist green room. Everything is included with the venue rental. Four blocks from the FiDi hotel cluster. Massively customizable space allows for infinite possibilities for any kind of event.
Avg response time 1-2 days
SmashBox Studios
8549 Higuera St, Culver City, CA 90232, USAFounded in 1991 by Dean and Davis Factor, great grandsons of acclaimed Hollywood makeup artist Max Factor, Smashbox is known throughout the industry as a hub for world-class photographers and directors to shoot important content for major magazines, ad campaigns, music & entertainment projects and brand visuals. In 1996 Dean and Davis launched Smashbox Cosmetics that has become the leading trend-setting global brand. Smashbox Studios reopened in 2015 following an exciting new partnership with Industrial Color Brands that includes a total facility renovation. This partnership that created Smashbox Studios combines 25 years of experience in pioneering photo, video and studio technology that brings next-level service to the iconic space. Major upgrades to Smashbox Studios include 9,000 amps of 3-phase power, full seismic upgrades, updated STC rated sound stages, Gb internet and Gb wireless networks throughout, custom designed makeup tables, modern AV systems and beautiful interior and exteriors designed by leading architecture design firm, Gensler. The 25,000 square foot facility that houses Smashbox Studios returns as the premier creative destination and event location in LA.
Elli banquet
1453 N Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104, USAElli banquet is a modern chic new banquet venue perfect for weddings, showers and birthdays.
Air Hollywood
13240 Weidner St, Pacoima, CA 91331, USA- Spaces for 500 Guests
Our unique studio lot is an ideal venue for corporate events, classes, and private parties. We are capable of hosting up to five hundred people for both indoor and outdoor events.
Porto Vista Hotel
1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA- Spaces for 350 Guests
Because we believe in getting married without a hitch, Porto Vista can handle all wedding-related events. In our enormous GlassDoor Restaurant or one of our other beautiful event venues, host a rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, or cocktail hour, and our catering crew will provide a gourmet experience your guests will remember for years. In one of our spacious suites, stage shots and shake off pre-wedding nerves with a champagne toast. If you require an extra bedroom for your out-of-town guests, wedding blocks are also available. Exchange vows on our Ripassi Rooftop patio, which is lit up by stars and city lights, and then party into the night. When the night is done, relax in one of our stylish rooms. Our rooftop patio is surrounded by 15 cabanas and offers spectacular 360-degree views of both the city and the port. Outdoor banquets, ceremonies, and special celebrations are all possible in this location.
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara
7210 Blue Heron Pl, Carlsbad, CA 92011, USA- Spaces for 24-150 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Total Spaces
Catch LA
8715 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USACatch LA is located in the heart of one of the most popular neighborhoods in Los Angeles, West Hollywood, at the corner of Melrose & San Vicente. Catch LA is a contemporary seafood concept brought to life in a garden-like oasis with a beautiful outdoor space. The restaurant is also high above the streets, offering beautiful views and a tranquil experience. Catch LA offers a variety of unique private and semi-private event spaces carved out from the existing dining rooms. Even the indoor spaces at Catch LA feel like the beautiful outdoors, with gorgeous draped vines and intimate candles on each table. Catch LA can accommodate groups of all sizes for seated dinners and cocktail-style events. The restaurant even has a retractable roof for events, when weather allows. Catch LA is the perfect venue in Los Angeles for your next intimate event, including dinner parties, engagement celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and more.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Roku
9201 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA- 4 Restaurants
Whether it is an intimate gathering or an extravagant milestone celebration, ROKU's exceptional customer service, gracious and elegant servers, and award-winning chefs guarantee that your special occasion will be flawless. ROKU challenges traditional Teppanyaki to sharpened standards, combining a cutting-edge setting with exceptional ingredients and impeccable sushi. Teppan chef prepares A-5 Japanese Wagyu, Matsuzaka beef, Santa Barbara spot prawns and other high-quality ingredients at interactive grill tables. ROKU’s menu offers new style appetizers, inventive entrees and select favorites from the iconic Sushi Roku brand alongside a vast selection of handpicked sakes, crafted cocktails and the largest selection of Japanese whiskey in the LA culinary scene. ROKU offers three distinct dining opportunities – all of which are perfect for special events and celebrations. The Teppanyaki Room offers an interactive Hibachi dining experience, as your personal chef prepares your meal at the restaurant's Teppan Grill tables. This space is perfect for parties from 2 – 28 guests. Enjoy ROKU's progressive menu on their indoor/outdoor patio space, or sit along a live edge sushi bar as Chef Jiro Kobayashi prepares the freshest fish daily in both traditional and modern forms.
Maraza
83743 Avenue 58, Thermal, CA 92274, USAMaraza is a 50-acre open-air desert venue designed for large-scale events, brand activations, and custom-built experiences of all kinds. The space is ideal for music events, cultural gatherings, corporate offsites, wellness retreats, private celebrations, and immersive installations. The property is split across two contiguous parcels (20 acres and 30 acres), allowing for flexible layouts that can be used together for large-scale productions or separately for more intimate formats. The open terrain serves as a blank canvas for staging, structures, and creative builds, while designated areas can accommodate main event zones, VIP sections, back-of-house operations, parking, and ride-share flow. Unique features include expansive capacity (500 to 20,000+ guests), unobstructed sight lines, and the ability to fully customize the environment to fit each event’s vision. The property supports seamless integration with professional production teams for staging, lighting, and sound, and includes flexible infrastructure planning for power, water, and logistics. Select areas of the site also feature camera coverage to support security and operational oversight.
Avalon Hollywood
1735 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA- Spaces for 550-1,100 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Avalon is one of Hollywood’s most historic landmarks. From The Beatles first West Coast performance in 1964 to ABC’s hit ‘Hollywood Palace’ hosted by Jerry Lewis and Sasha’s first West Coast DJ residency, the theater at Hollywood and Vine has been a show-business epicenter since opening in 1927.
Valensin Vineyard & Winery
10675 Valensin Rd, Galt, CA 95632, USA
Angelini Osteria & Alimentari
7313 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
New Bohemia Brewing Company
1030 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA- Spaces for 45-100 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 1 Outdoor
Avg response time 6-12 hrs
W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills
930 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USAThe W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills crystallizes the quintessential L.A. experience. Glamour and sensibility infuse the style and substance of this boutique Los Angeles hotel, where every room is a suite. Perfectly positioned between Rodeo Drive and the beaches of Santa Monica, W Los Angeles is the perfect place to escape. We're dedicated to making your wedding ideas a reality, with qualified professionals that are dedicated to getting every last detail just right. This experience also means we're up to date on the newest culinary and décor trends. We know providers who have a proven track record of bringing wedding visions and venues to life. We're also always up for trying something new and exciting. After all, our hearts are invested in this as well. It's Your Special Day Every great love story has its own unique characteristics. It's one-of-a-kind. You'll never forget how you met, your first kiss, or all the other signs that this was love at first sight. Your trip down the aisle, whether it's for your wedding day, vow renewal, or anniversary, should be as unique as your love for one another. You know exactly what you want from your wedding or commitment ceremony, and our wedding planners can make it happen. We can assist you in locating the ideal venue, creating the ideal wedding theme, arranging flower arrangements, and everything else related to your big day and beyond.