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  Calamigos Los Angeles

  480 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91506, USA

  • 1 Outdoor

  Calamigos Los Angeles is part of the Calamigos Ranch collective. Sitting on 75 secluded acres in beautiful and historic Griffith Park, this venue brings a little country to the big city. For over 20 years, it has been the chosen venue for exceptional events of every kind: weddings, corporate conferences, picnics, holiday parties, anniversaries, birthdays, fundraiser galas and many other large-scale functions. When hosting your wedding at Calamigos Los Angeles, you are offered a selection of three garden ceremony sites, each with its own reception venue: the Polo Room & Cottage, the Equestrian Ballroom & Garden Terrace and the Grand Prix Room & Grand Terrace. Whether you’re hosting 75 or 500 guests, we are dedicated to creating a joyous and memorable occasion for you and your loved ones. Wedding Reception Package OUR INCLUSIVE 5 HOUR RECEPTION PACKAGE IS AVAILABLE WITH UPGRADES - Your choice of a three course sit-down dinner or buffet prepared and served by our in-house catering - Room Rental, cocktail tables and chairs, dinner tables and chiavari chairs, tableware, linens and napkins, pin-spot lighting, dance floor, complimentary parking, full service staff, cake cutting and a complimentary bottle of champagne for the couple’s table - Hosted bar options including House and/or Premium Spirits, Champagne, House wine, Domestic and/or Imported beer, soft drinks, coffee, decaf and hot tea. A wine pour is included during dinner - Wedding Cake selection by Porto’s Bakery Ceremony Package A 1 HOUR CEREMONY PACKAGE IS OFFERED IN CONJUNCTION WITH A WEDDING RECEPTION PACKAGE - A variety of beautiful outdoor garden ceremony sites - Private Bridal Suite with Champagne and refreshments available prior to the ceremony - One hour rehearsal prior to Wedding Day - White garden chairs, tables for your DJ, wedding décor, guest book, gifts and unity candle - A refreshing water station for your guests preceding ceremony and throughout Timing The Wedding Reception Package is based on a five hour event time and the Ceremony Package is based on a one hour time frame. Additional hours are available. Morning events take place between 10am and 4pm. Monday through Saturday evening events begin after 6pm and Sunday evening events start after 6pm. Earlier start times are available for our events from fall to early spring. We allow up to two hours for set-up time.

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  The New Children's Museum

  200 W Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

  • Spaces for 40-400 Guests
  • 3 Museums
  • 3 Landmarks

  Make your wedding day, special occasion, or business function one to remember! Enjoy cocktails and dance the night away while overlooking the beautiful downtown cityscape at The New Children's Museum, where you can have your ceremony or celebration. Make your wedding a day to remember! Exchange vows, savor cocktails, and dance the night away surrounded by the Museum's art installations and creative surroundings at your ceremony and reception at The New Children's Museum. Our Events Services team will work with you to create a unique package that meets your needs and budget. The Events Services staff at the New Children's Museum will work with you to create a unique package that meets your budget and number of visitors. The New Children's Museum offers flexible venues to match your demands, as well as spectacular architecture and modern art exhibitions that provide an exceptional backdrop for you and your guests, from formal dinners to board meetings and everything in between.

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  The Vault Garden

  555 California St, San Francisco, CA 94104, USA

  The Vault Garden is an entirely outdoor restaurant with seating for one hundred people that has just been opened by the Hi Neighbor Hospitality Group on the expansive plaza of the 555 California skyscraper. In the middle of downtown San Francisco is an urban haven in the form of an outdoor eating haven known as the Vault Garden. Our covered, heated, and weather protected dining area is open no matter the weather and is conveniently located on the plaza of the historic 555 California building, which is away from the noise and bustle of the city. COVERED & HEATED OUTDOOR SEATED GROUP DINING Make plans for your next meal to be served at a socially distant location outside. We are able to provide everyone with the best possible experience by providing both private and non-private alternatives for parties of up to sixty people, therefore guaranteeing their safety and comfort. Enter the plaza off the corner of Kearny and California St. if you are using Uber or Lyft, or if you are walking. There is a gap in the gates; go in the direction of the entrance to the main structure.

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  Jim Porter Recreation Center

  1200 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, CA 92084, USA

  • Spaces for 150-200 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

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  The Legends Golf Club at Temeku Hills

  41687 Temeku Dr, Temecula, CA 92591, USA

  • Spaces for 100-300 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 Country Club

  The Legends Golf Club sits at the heart of Temecula Wine Country in Southern California, nestled into a 6,547-yard Ted Robinson–designed course that opened in 1995 and was later refreshed by P. Dye. Formerly known as Temeku Hills Golf and Country Club, the property features rolling terrain, five lakes, and a backdrop of lush fairways framed by palm trees — setting the tone for gatherings that feel both relaxed and distinctive. Two event settings accommodate different moments in a celebration. The Grill Room, with large windows overlooking the golf course, seats up to 100 guests for receptions and banquets. Outside, a spacious ceremony lawn features a gazebo, white chairs, and gardens with a pond, offering a natural, sun-lit setting for exchange of vows. The club's events team handles weddings and private banquets and can be reached directly by phone or email to discuss event needs.

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  Andis Wines

  11000 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth, CA 95669, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Andis Wines is a winery and event venue set in the Sierra Foothills of Plymouth, California, along Shenandoah Road in Amador County. Founded in 2009, the property pairs a state-of-the-art winemaking facility with event spaces that open directly onto acres of surrounding vineyard. The indoor event space accommodates up to 50 seated guests and features wall-to-wall sliding glass doors overlooking the vineyard, a 65-foot flat-screen TV, complimentary WiFi, a full sound system, and multiple setup configurations. An expanded patio and lawn area extend outdoor capacity to 125 guests combined, with bocce ball courts, lawn games, and abundant on-site parking. Andis Bistro provides on-site dining for guests. Andis Wines hosts private gatherings ranging from executive retreats and corporate meetings to client appreciation dinners and weddings, combining vineyard surroundings with in-house hospitality on a working estate.

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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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  Florin Creek Recreation Center

  7460 Persimmon Ave, Sacramento, CA 95823, USA

  • Spaces for 120-150 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Park

  Florin Creek Recreation Center is a community event facility operated by the Southgate Recreation & Park District, located at 7460 Persimmon Avenue in Sacramento, California. Remodeled in 2009, the center sits on 12.6 acres of park space in South Sacramento and is available for weddings, wedding receptions, birthday parties, family reunions, large meetings, outdoor concerts, and similar private gatherings. The main hall accommodates up to 120 guests for banquets and up to 150 in an assembly layout. A large rear deck extends the usable event space outdoors, and the grounds include an outdoor amphitheater, playgrounds, and soccer fields. The interior features recessed lighting, and the facility is equipped with a kitchen and audio/visual capabilities. Tables, chairs, and well-trained staff are included with rentals, and the Southgate Recreation & Park District manages bookings through its rental team, reached at (916) 395-0601 or rentalinfo@southgaterecandpark.gov.

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  The Old Homestead

  995 Loring Ave, Crockett, CA 94525, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Estate
  • 1 Mansion

  History It was built in 1867 and is a California Historical Landmark because it was the first non native residence to be constructed in Crockett. The Carquinez Women's Club has been caringly preserving the integrity of this beautiful home over the years, and it is currently being maintained and controlled by the organization. It has been in the care of the Carquinez Women's Club since 1974 that the Old Homestead and gardens are maintained. The Crockett Lions Club was the driving force behind the extensive restorations. New window coverings, interior painting, a disability ramp, a bathroom addition, the repair of the former bathroom, and more were all done as part of the remodeling project. Several organizations, including the Crockett Community Foundation, C&H Sugar Company, and the Carquinez Women's Club, all graciously contributed to the success of these initiatives. Northern California Historical Event Venue The Old Homestead and Gardens' natural beauty, along with the rich history of the property, makes this ideal setting a popular destination for a variety of events, from casual barbecues to elegant weddings. The garden's attraction is enhanced by the fact that it is surrounded by a lovely woodland area and a quaint period residence, creating a sense of intimate privacy. The Old Homestead is a proud monument to the past, and those who pass through its gates become a part of its long-held history of hospitality. The Old Homestead and Gardens is a Performance & Event Venue, a Wedding Venue, and a Landmark & Historical Place.

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  Bernardo Winery

  13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte, San Diego, CA 92128, USA

  • Spaces for 300 Guests
  • 1 Winery

  Since 1889, Bernardo Winery has been producing and serving wines grown in San Diego. For three generations, our family has welcomed visitors to enjoy the benefits of our labor and share our Italian family traditions of wine, food, and good times. The Bernardo Winery has been hosting weddings and receptions in our lovely sites throughout the property for over 40 years. Weddings and receptions are tailored to your specific requirements. Our staff is kind and attentive, and the grounds are immaculately kept for your big occasion. We have a California-style bar with our own Bernardo wines, as well as a wide range of popular, local, and imported draft beers and non-alcoholic beverages. Food service is provided by one of the caterers on our preferred vendor list, which includes some of San Diego's best caterers. It's handy for out-of-town guests as well as destination weddings to stay at nearby hotels with shuttle service! Whether you're planning a local event or a destination event, our 130-year-old vineyard provides a unique and exciting backdrop for your next special occasion. Our event staff can create the perfect day for your guests in one of our venues, whether it's a small private party or a huge corporate function. On-site catering is available, and neighboring hotels and buses make it simple to accommodate out-of-town visitors or participants. Birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, and parties—why not make your next gathering truly unforgettable by hosting it at the winery? The winery is a year-round San Diego favorite for gatherings of all sizes due to its central location, natural setting, and mild inland climate. Mixers, fundraisers, non-profit gatherings, product launches, and seminars are all examples of corporate events. In one of our enormous facilities, our team will design your event to your company's, group's, or non-demands profit's and size. Tasting, wine education, and tours, as well as other ala carte aspects of our unique environment, can be included in your event. Bring your crew, team, office, or the entire company for a one-of-a-kind experience creating your own mixes, labels, and memories with our wines at our wine blending events. Private Cellar Dinners- Host a private dinner with the winemakers in our working wine cellar, an event your guests will never forget.

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  Hanford Ranch Winery

  13200 Loll Rd, Galt, CA 95632, USA

  • Spaces for 350 Guests
  • 1 Winery

  Marriage... The perfect union of two imperfect people who refuse to give up on each other... Make it stand out. Hanford Ranch Winery is a stunning country outdoor wedding venue perched atop a hill with sweeping views of the surrounding fields. This outdoor venue allows the bridal couple to create a one-of-a-kind wedding day that is romantic, shabby-chic, vintage, modern, or rural themed! The surrounding Sacramento, Stockton, Modesto, and Bay areas are about a 90-minute drive away from Hanford Ranch Winery. From your stunning gown to the venue, every detail of your wedding day must be flawless. The first step in the wedding preparation process is to choose a venue. In the Sacramento Region, there are a variety of venues to choose from, each with its own set of features, such as flexible venue access times, food options, customizable decor, and so on. Our in-house approach at Hanford Ranch allows our valued clients to bring their own list of providers to provide services for your big day. Facilities and Capacity. - The large outdoor venue can host up to 350 wedding guests. - Choice of one of the two ceremony site, Palm Garden and Lone Oak. (Both with enchanting backdrops of the green meadows and endless vineyards.) - Outdoor reception space is fit with a large area for dancing and fully equipped with romantic string lights. (Also, features a new covered bar and wine barrels fit for standing and socializing.) - A dressing suite for the wedding party is available to have a relaxing and fun day getting ready beforehand.

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  Big Red Sun

  560 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291, USA

  • Spaces for 150-200 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  Big Red Sun is a landscape and garden design studio, plant nursery, and lifestyle boutique based in Venice, California. The company provides a full range of services. Our studio and design center, which was originally located in downtown Austin, Texas, has now moved to a location just a few blocks from Venice Beach. As landscape and garden designers, we offer a wide range of services to commercial and residential clients. We also create interior and exterior commissions, floral and plant arrangements for special events, and boutique gathering and event spaces in both Venice, California, and Austin, Texas. Owner and principal designer, Selena Souders, along with her team of designers and construction crew, create and implement a variety of extraordinary landscape, hardscape, and gardening solutions for both residential and commercial spaces, starting with the initial design concept. The talents and experiences of our team are pooled together, and our work incorporates elements of philosophy, architecture, field botany, welding, floral design, and stone carving. Our magical oasis on Rose Avenue in Venice is fully stocked with a wide variety of signature vessels, plantings, succulents, and home/garden accessories to suit any style or budget.

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  The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

  1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

  • Spaces for 80 Guests
  • 2 Museums
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Total Spaces

  Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is a 78-acre living sanctuary in Mission Canyon, dedicated exclusively to California native plants since its founding in 1926. Set against the backdrop of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the garden encompasses miles of winding trails, a historic redwood grove, creek crossings, and sweeping views of the ocean, mountains, and meadows — offering a setting unlike any conventional event venue in the region. For private events, the garden accommodates gatherings of up to 80 guests across several distinctive spaces, including the Pritzlaff Conservation Center — with its deck, patio, and lawn — the historic Blaksley Library, and a gallery and various terraces situated throughout the grounds. The intimate capacity reflects the garden's commitment to protecting its living plant collection while providing guests with an immersive natural environment. The events team specializes in ceremonies and receptions, corporate retreats, birthday celebrations, cocktail parties, and rehearsal dinners. Every gathering unfolds among nationally recognized collections of native flora, making Santa Barbara Botanic Garden a uniquely meaningful backdrop for milestones large and small.

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  Green Street Restaurant

  146 Shoppers Ln, Pasadena, CA, USA

  Green Street Restaurant has been a Pasadena tradition since 1979. Serving California comfort food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Green Street is the place where Pasadenans go to meet old friends, discuss business or just enjoy a fabulous meal. Green Street is still owned and operated by the family that started it as a one room, 18 table cafe.

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  La Canada Thursday Club

  4440 Woodleigh Ln, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011, USA

  • 1 Outdoor

  The La Cañada Thursday Club, a beautiful, historic gem of a property, is located in the heart of La Cañada Flintridge. Built in 1926, the facility has been the setting for many wedding celebrations and other special events. The clubhouse has many amenities, including a ballroom with an elevated stage, tea room, bridal suite, and kitchen. The outdoor courtyard is a private walled area that has arched wrought iron gates, a large fountain, a majestic oak tree, and a mature garden. The venue accommodates up to 130 guests and has a private, spacious parking lot. Facilities and Capacity The secluded courtyard is a perfect location for your ceremony—a floral pergola arches over the gate and provides a colorful background for the moment you both say ‘I do’. Rows of seats can be set out for your guests to watch. Here, a Spanish-tiled water fountain, paving, flower beds, and shade-providing trees all combine to create a beautiful walled-garden effect. The courtyard can also be arranged to host your reception. In setting out round tables, chairs, centerpieces, cutlery, and plates, it becomes a beautiful place to experience al fresco dining. It also provides a marvelous backdrop for a stunning photoshoot. The clubhouse offers an impeccably designed interior space with a ballroom, buffet space, and kitchen. With exposed ceiling beams, round tables, candelabra chandeliers, and amber uplighting all around, the ballroom embodies romance. For the couple’s first dance, space can easily be cleared in the ballroom or everyone can make their way outdoors as the newlyweds sway under the stars above them. Services Offered Conveniently, La Cañada Thursday Club's staff are willing to welcome outside vendors on site so that you can add your own character to the scene. The venue handles all your rental needs—tables, chairs, linens, and much more. They are also more than happy to offer vendor referrals for caterers and other preferred vendors. Although couples and their guests can provide their own alcohol, staff can be made available to serve drinks. Other Services The wedding party can have access to the venue for 10 hours. This includes a podium, piano, furniture, lighting for the courtyard, and a bridal suite. What’s more, to add to the comforting surroundings, La Cañada Thursday Club has heating and air-conditioning, preparing it for all types of weather.

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  South San Francisco Conference Center Catering

  255 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, CA 94080, USA

  • Spaces for 200-800 Guests
  • 1 Convention Center

  The South San Francisco Conference Center is a prime location for your next bay area event. Our large meeting room can be configured in a variety of ways to meet your specific event needs, large or small.

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  Shinzen Friendship Garden

  114 W Audubon Dr, Fresno, CA 93720, USA

  • Spaces for 15-200 Guests
  • 5 Outdoor Spaces
  • 5 Historic Spaces
  • 5 Total Spaces

  Shinzen Friendship Garden is a 5-acre traditional Japanese garden nestled within Fresno's Woodward Park, established in 1981 to celebrate the friendship between Fresno and its Sister City, Kochi, Japan. Designed as a North American-style Japanese garden, it features koi-filled ponds, elegant bridges, seasonal plant collections, and stroll paths that reflect the four seasons. The garden is also home to the Clark Bonsai Collection, a living art exhibit showcasing bonsai artistry. Five distinct outdoor spaces accommodate private events from intimate gatherings to celebrations of up to 100 guests. From the serene Ume Grove with its meandering paths to the Koi Pond & Waterfall area with views of Woodward Lake, each setting offers a unique backdrop rooted in Japanese landscape tradition. The garden is operated through a partnership between the City of Fresno Parks Department and Shinzen Friendship Garden, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All events take place during regular garden hours in this shared public space, creating a distinctly natural, open-air experience.

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  The Belamar Hotel

  3501 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, USA

  • Spaces for 10-120 Guests
  • 7 Hotels
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 7 Total Spaces

  At The Belamar, weddings in Manhattan Beach are soulful soirees, held in either an indoor or outdoor setting and ideal for both intimate occasions and larger-than-life affairs. In the Sunset Garden and Sunset Ballroom, elegance meets eclectic in beautiful Los Angeles wedding venues. The Belamar Hotel Manhattan Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is a luxury hotel in Manhattan Beach, California. Welcome to the Manhattan Beach Marriott, which features 120 guest rooms and seven spacious suites on sunny Manhattan Beach, which has been named one of the "Ten Best Beaches in California." The Belamar, a new addition to the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is ideally situated near Los Angeles International Airport and the beach, making it the area's premier venue for weddings, meetings, and events. With over 7,000 square feet of event space, we put you in the heart of the Los Angeles area, near an array of upscale shops and attractions, including the nearby coastal cities of Redondo and Hermosa Beach, among others. Raise the Level of Your Meetings The Belamar, located less than 4 miles from Los Angeles International Airport, features cutting-edge facilities and meeting space options. In addition to offering impressive event spaces, our dedicated staff is committed to making your event a hassle-free occasion as possible. Sunset Ballroom has a capacity of 120 people and is 2,030 square feet. The Sunset Ballroom, with its 2,030 square feet of space, is ideal for business meetings, corporate conferences, and other events with up to 120 attendees.

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  Civic Park Community Center

  1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, USA

  • Spaces for 50-100 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  Civic Park Community Center is nestled among oak and redwood trees and features immediate access to large grassy areas. A large, lovely gazebo is also available.

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  Round Hill Country Club

  3169 Roundhill Rd, Alamo, CA 94507, USA

  No matter where we live, we’re all neighbors and friends here. Unlike any other place in the region, and exactly like the Bay Area itself: we represent a socially, professionally and culturally diverse membership, brought together by an appreciation for family values, relevant tradition and life lived to the fullest. Our unique sense of camaraderie is uninhibited by age, background, or social status. We are united by a zeal for life, motivated by the challenge and reward of competition, and inspired by mutual respect for one another. Round Hill Country Club takes great pride in assisting you with creating events that become your most treasured memories. Conveniently located in the beautiful Alamo hills, our venue accommodates groups up to 350 guests for Corporate Events & Meetings, Social Celebrations and Weddings. Our Event Planning team and professional service staff provide both Members and guests of the Club an occasion to remember, with the ambiance and menus to suit your needs. We offer several private spaces of varying sizes that are available for corporate meetings as well as social celebrations. Weddings Few occasions are celebrated quite as elegantly or joyfully as wedding celebrations at Round Hill Country Club. We cater to your every need, creating the perfect event for you and your Guests. Whether you desire an intimate gathering or a grand ceremony and reception, your wedding day will be a most memorable experience. Our talented team of wedding professionals will guide you through each aspect of your wedding, creating a day you will always remember. From ceremony to reception details to the customization of your menu, each and every detail will be handled with ease. Let us help you to plan your perfect day. Corporate Events Round Hill Country Club features a number of different meeting spaces to accommodate meetings up to 300 Guests. Catering and audio visual services are customized to suit the needs of your individual meeting. Enjoy complimentary wireless Internet services in all meeting rooms and commons areas. Round Hill is home to the Vista Ballroom with views of the hills and several reception rooms, including the President's Room and Fairway Lounge & Grill. The Fairway Lounge & Grill offers golf course views. Whether you are planning an intimate meeting of two or a large meeting or conference for 300, Round Hill Country Club can meet all of your needs.

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