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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High Mountain Weddings
1950 Lake Tahoe Blvd #4, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USAAre you in search of a south lake tahoe wedding venues? Make your perfect Lake Tahoe weddings on a budget at High Mountain Weddings. Whether you are searching for Tahoe wedding planner, Highmountainweddings.com can help make your Lake Tahoe destination wedding a success.
Taste on Melrose
8454 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA- Spaces for 40-115 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
Taste on Melrose is a West Hollywood neighborhood, go-to restaurant that sits on a chic stretch of Melrose Avenue, just steps away from boutique designer shops. Taste on Melrose welcomes stylish guests to its Atrium featuring a private entrance, kitchen, and bar with a capacity of 150 for standing events or 60 for seated functions, creating an adaptable space for buyouts and catered events. Consistent with the artistic neighborhood in which Taste on Melrose is located, the space incorporates elements from some of the most talented artists and designers in Southern California. Elegant wallpaper from Paul Robinson Interiors provides a colorful backdrop, while a macramé wall sculpture from artist Jim Olarte creates additional drama. Lining the wall above the bar are antiques from local stores which add a residential element. The multipurpose space at Taste on Melrose is also equipped with AV capabilities and a surround sound speaker system. When you dine at Taste on Melrose, guests can enjoy the modern American menu from Executive Chef Brian Sheard with favorites like the White Truffle Mushroom Mac & Cheese and Papaya BBQ Meatballs, paired with seasonal desserts from in-house Executive Pastry Chef Katie Shyne.
Craig's
8826 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA- Spaces for 150-250 Guests
Craig’s, renowned for its iconic West Hollywood dining experience, brings the same impeccable service and exceptional cuisine to both on-site and off-site events. Our experienced event team collaborates closely with you to ensure every occasion—whether a private luncheon, intimate dinner, corporate gathering, or high-profile gala is flawlessly executed and truly memorable. Beyond off-site catering, Craig’s hosts private events during both daytime and evening hours within the restaurant, offering a setting that combines elegance with the vibrant energy our venue is known for. From concept to execution, every detail is carefully curated to deliver an event that is uniquely yours.
Soka University
1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, USA- Spaces for 25-500 Guests
- 2 Museums
- 2 Landmarks
- 4 Total Spaces
Soka University of America invites you to host your next special event at our beautiful campus in Aliso Viejo, California. Your guests will be in awe of the scenic views Soka has to offer. The campus boasts a spectacular location overlooking a 4,000-acre wildlife and wilderness park. The buildings present a beautiful Tuscany-style architectural design that will enhance the atmosphere of any event.
Petit Ermitage
8822 Cynthia St, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA- Spaces for 13-150 Guests
- 4 Outdoor Spaces
This cozy, eclectic West Hollywood escape is a gem you'll want to keep to yourself. Included by Travel & Leisure in their 2018 World's Best Awards as a Top 10 Hotel in Los Angeles, the Petit Ermitage will surpass your wildest dreams. From the second one steps foot into the Petit Ermitage, guests are transported to a bohemian paradise. With walls covered in the owner's personal art collection, to the magical leafy rooftop garden (that's recognized by the National Wildlife Federation as a butterfly and hummingbird sanctuary), the Petit Ermitage is the perfect space for your next unforgettable event. From birthdays to cocktail parties to baby showers and rehearsal dinners - our Private Rooftop is private and elegant (must be a registered hotel guest). The Lounge boasts 360 degree views of the Hollywood Hills and is proudly recognized as a Hummingbird and Butterfly Sanctuary by the National Wildlife Federation. The Garden is our main dining space on property.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs
Vivaldi Venues
Los Angeles, CA, USAWelcome to Vivaldi Venues, at the heart of Los Angeles, CA, where every celebration becomes a masterpiece. Our versatile event space offers three distinct halls to choose from, ensuring the perfect setting for your occasion. Whether it's an intimate gathering or a grand affair, we accommodate anywhere from 50 to 300 guests with ease. From elegant quinceañeras to lively birthday bashes or wedding receptions to baby showers, our venue caters to every event with flair. With our glittering backgrounds and customizable setups, your celebration is sure to dazzle. Let Vivaldi Venues be the backdrop to your next unforgettable gathering.
BAYSHORE LOUNGE
100 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USABayshore Lounge is located at 100 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, with over 250 free parking spaces and easy indoor parking access for all guests. We are open daily for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, and we proudly host all types of private events and special occasions, including family gatherings, birthday parties, anniversaries, graduations, baby showers, wedding celebrations, corporate events, and friends’ gatherings. Our venue offers a cozy and upscale indoor dining experience featuring a beautiful bar, elegant wine wall, multiple TVs for photo slideshows or event presentations, and a warm, classy atmosphere. Outside, guests can enjoy our beautiful patio with fountains, colorful flowers, fireplaces, couches, TVs, and comfortable lounge seating perfect for any style of event. We offer a wide variety of food and appetizer packages, all prepared with seed oil-free ingredients and high-quality grass-fed meats. From live music and DJs to guitarists and private entertainment, we are here to help make your event unforgettable from beginning to end. Our team is happy to work with you on customized food and beverage packages and create an experience tailored to your celebration. We’re here to make your time with family, friends, and coworkers truly memorable. Come tour the venue and see the space for yourself! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at Bayshore Lounge, or search “Bayshore Lounge Newport Beach” on Google to see photos, events, and reviews. We look forward to hosting your next unforgettable event at Bayshore Lounge! 949 8735101
Clara's Junction
2221 Tasman Dr, Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA- Spaces for 190-600 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Bar
- 1 space at this venue
Book Early, Celebrate Big with our early holiday booking incentive! Plan ahead and get rewarded for making this holiday season unforgettable! With vibrant American fare from Clara’s Junction, street-style favorites from Taz’s Taco Truck, and smoked classics from The Pit BBQ, your event at Clara's Junction will be as dynamic as your guest list. Book by September 30 and choose your reward: 🎁 $200 Gift Card For events under $2,000—our way of saying thanks! 🎉 15% Off Food & Beverage For events over $2,000. Whether you're planning a seated dinner, cocktail gathering, or festive feast, early booking means great dates and added perks. ‘Tis the season to get ahead of the holiday hustle. ----- Clara’s Junction is a vibrant indoor-outdoor venue offering a unique blend of elevated fun and laid-back charm—perfect for private and semi-private events of all kinds. Located just minutes from Levi’s Stadium, our versatile space features a New American restaurant known for bold flavors, locally-brewed beers, and creative craft cocktails. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering for 30 or a full venue buyout for up to 600 guests, Clara’s Junction has the flexibility and energy to make any celebration unforgettable. Guests can enjoy cozy fire pits, lawn games, and live music in our expansive Backyard garden, or take in the action indoors during our weekly happenings like Trivia Nights, Happy Hour, and game day watch parties. From casual celebrations to corporate functions, Clara’s Junction offers a dynamic setting designed to bring people together—with delicious food, lively entertainment, and a welcoming atmosphere for all.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Jake's on the Lake
780 N Lake Blvd, Alpine Meadows, CA 96145, USA- Spaces for 55-250 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Beach
Jake’s on the Lake is a lakeside restaurant and event venue located in Alpine Meadows near Tahoe City, California, offering a relaxed setting with sweeping views of Lake Tahoe. The space features floor-to-ceiling windows, a warm wood interior, and an outdoor deck overlooking the water, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience for gatherings. Known for its inviting atmosphere and scenic backdrop, Jake’s is well suited for intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, and private celebrations that feel laid-back, personal, and distinctly Tahoe.
VIEW music bar & lounge
1431 W Knox St, Torrance, CA 90501, USA- Spaces for 260 Guests
- 1 Bar
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 space at this venue
California’s premier music and event venue featuring state-of-the-art sound & lighting, video wall, stage, full bar, kitchen, VIP room and more. Conveniently located close to the 405 we offer easy access, free parking and a host of amenities unlike no other venue. Proudly serving the South Bay and Southern California.
Avg response time 2-4 hrs
V&E's Historic Mansion
Los Angeles, CA, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
Venues & Estates provides unparalleled Venue Expertise and flawlessly executed Wedding & Event Celebration Experiences. We guide Clients through a highly personalized venue selection process, choosing from our exclusive portfolio of the most luxurious and scenic Southern California properties to ensure that they find the perfect backdrop for their Dream Celebration. Our experienced V&E Team will closely collaborate with our Clients to transform their personalized visions into reality, creating unforgettable bespoke weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings that are tailored to our Clients' unique specifications. V&E assures that every detail is meticulously executed on the day of; allowing our Clients to fully savor their Celebration. Whether it's an intimate gathering or an extravagant occasion, we will assist in curating an original and extraordinary experience. From breathtaking outdoor landscapes to elegant indoor settings, V&E offers a collection of venues and estates that elevate every occasion with beauty and sophistication
Avg response time 2-4 hrs
Patz & Hall
21200 8th St E, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA- 1 Outdoor
Whether your event is large or small, Patz & Hall will provide just the right ambiance for an unforgettable few hours in one of the Sonoma House’s beautiful venue spaces.
Ingredient Studios
2738 Gilroy St, Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA- Spaces for 100-200 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Welcome to Ingredient Studios, a thoughtful, versatile space that serves as both a film/production studio and event venue. With 3,750 sq ft indoor space and 400 sq ft of outdoor space, a fully-equipped professional kitchen, ready to meet all your culinary requirements, on-site gated parking, and a Sonos sound system, the Ingredient Studios event venue fosters unforgettable experiences for you and your guests. Originally an industrial art gallery turned photo studio, the space embraces an almost all-white palette and is filled with natural light. There is room for up to 144+ seated and 200+ standing guests. Located on LA’s Eastside in the vibrant Frogtown neighborhood— Ingredient Studios production/film studio and event venue is right off the I-5 and adjacent to Silver Lake, Los Feliz and Atwater Village. The blank canvas space is the perfect event venue for everything from brand experiential marketing like gifting suites, corporate, social, community events to intimate dinner parties, and memorable life milestones like baby showers, bridal showers, and weddings. - Venue capacity: 144 seated, 200 standing - No stairs / easy load-in - 2 Single use bathrooms - 15’ Unobstructed ceiling height - Garage doors doubles as 12’ bank of North facing windows - Gated parking - Access to 2nd gated parking lot across the street from the venue - Amazing kitchen facility - Alleyway with string lights and pea gravel for outdoor meals, grilling - Finished concrete flooring - High speed WIFI - 400 AMPS, 3 phase power - New/fresh clean - Set up for production - Lounge/Conference/Client area/Green room
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
The Reserve
650 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USADescription: The Reserve is a nightclub with handcrafted cocktails in the basement of a 1920s beaux arts bank at 650 S Spring St in downtown Los Angeles. Open Friday and Saturday from 10 PM to 2 AM for Finally Friday and Status Saturday, with DJs, bottle service and VIP tables across the main room, The Vault (1,250 sq ft) and The Billionaire's Lounge (470 sq ft). The venue holds up to 700 guests and is available for private events. Strictly 21+ with valid government issued ID; fashionable, upscale attire required. Part of EMC Hospitality Group, alongside The Majestic and The Catwalk Club. List of Services: Bottle service Table reservations Private events Handcrafted cocktails Live DJ nightlife Payment Method: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, ATM / Debit, Discover, American Express Business Hours: Mon: Closed Tue: Closed Wed: Closed Thu: Closed Fri: 22:00 - 00:00 Sat: 00:00 - 02:00,22:00 - 00:00 Sun: 00:00 - 02:00
Blueground at Casitas Studios
2800 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA- Spaces for 1,000-5,000 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Blueground Casitas is a large-scale, private event and exhibition venue located on a secure, gated campus in one of Los Angeles’ most creative neighborhoods. Designed to host high-profile events, art exhibitions, brand activations, and cultural experiences, the space offers a rare blend of scale, privacy, and production infrastructure. Spanning nearly 30,000 square feet with 33-foot ceilings, Casitas provides a dramatic, open canvas well-suited for museum-style installations, immersive environments, large receptions, and custom builds. A cyc wall and grid system allow for flexible lighting, projection, and scenic design, while the 12’ x 16’ elephant door supports seamless load-ins for large artwork, staging, and experiential elements. The venue is supported by robust three-phase power, extensive on-site parking, and the ability to coordinate additional parking nearby for larger guest counts. Located within a fully gated campus with 24/7 security and camera monitoring, Casitas offers the privacy and control required for VIP guests, invite-only events, and press-sensitive exhibitions. With its industrial scale, adaptable layout, and production-ready infrastructure, Blueground Casitas is an ideal setting for gallery takeovers, brand launches, cultural showcases, and elevated private events seeking a distinctive and secure Los Angeles venue.
SVN West
10 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA- Spaces for 3,000-4,000 Guests
- 1 Event Space
We’re gonna rock your world – and those of your guests – when you book your event at svn west, san francisco’s hip new performance and corporate event venue. Conveniently located at the intersection of sf’s two main thoroughfares (south van ness and market), svn west’s open floor plan offers maximum versatility with over 100,000 square feet of event space on three levels, including a spacious outdoor rooftop. Formerly the home of the Fillmore West and Carousel Ballroom, SVN West amps up any event through three floors of raw venue space that are steeped in musical history. The main hall, reverently named Carousel, showcased dozens of concerts during its brief operation from 1968 to 1971, including musical legends like the Grateful Dead, Fleetwood Mac, Elton John, B.B. King, Miles Davis, Aretha Franklin, and more. Conveniently located at the intersection of SF’s two main thoroughfares (South Van Ness and Market), SVN West features over 100,000 sq. ft. of event space. The open floor plan offers maximum versatility and includes Carousel and its adjacent rooftop, along with a spacious mezzanine and additional ground floor event space. The space dates back to the late 1920’s when El Patio Ballroom opened there, hosting swing and big band musicians like Les Brown, Woody Herman, Stan Kenton, and Harry James. At some point, it became the Carousel Ballroom which operated up until 1968 when Bill Graham took it over. After about six months, he changed the name to Fillmore West (Fillmore East being his auditorium in New York City) which hosted some of the biggest names in rock and roll during its brief three year run. FEATURES - Top Floor Square Footage: Carousel (22,900) and Rooftop (16,500) - Middle Floor Square Footage: (14,400) - First Floor: Showroom (25,300) and Auxiliary (15,900) - Capacity up to 4,000 - Power and WiFi capabilities -Inside loading/unloading and drop-off AMENITIES - Handicapped Accessible - Outdoor Function Area - Outside Catering Allowed - Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
The Mission Bay Beach Club
2688 E Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA 92109, USANestled in the heart of San Diego, Mission Bay Beach Club is a stunning waterfront venue, perfect for hosting your next private event. An iconic, it features 6,000 square feet of beautifully designed outdoor patio space, surrounded by two active vineyards and illuminated by elegant string lights overhead.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego – Hotel Circle
1515 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA- Spaces for 20-325 Guests
- 4 Hotels
- 4 Ballrooms
- 1 Outdoor
Hotel Circle is a great hotel for your San Diego stay, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure.
The 1912
305 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USAThe 1912 was made for events. With the charm that comes from downtown Santa Ana, and the sophistication of this upscale space, The 1912 is the leading event space in its area. 24 Carrots, Southern California's most sought after catering and event planning company, operates this space and gives you 6,000 square feet to translate all your ideas into. A raw space is highly customizable and necessary for any event- whether its a birthday party, wedding or a corporate event. You really can't go wrong with their high ceilings, big open windows, downtown views and custom bar. You want to have your event here and you know it.
Restaurant 917 at Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles
19800 S Main St, Gardena, CA 90248, USA- Spaces for 30-400 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Venue with Activities
From intimate lunches and dinners to polished receptions, Restaurant 917 is the ideal experience for your next event. There are a variety options for private and semi-private dining. Located on the second level of the Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles, with stunning views of the driver development track, Restaurant 917’s sleek and modern setting echoes Porsche’s world-class design aesthetic. The name and decor were inspired by the legendary 917 race car, which gave Porsche its first overall wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1970 and 1971. Restaurant 917’s refined yet approachable seasonal menu is composed of ingredient-driven dishes that merge diverse flavors, inventive techniques and playful compositions. A unique fine-dining experience that is an unforgettable venue for special celebrations and meetings.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs