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  The Golf Club Tierra Oaks

  19700 La Crescenta Dr, Redding, CA 96003, USA

  • Spaces for 120-200 Guests
  • 1 Country Club
  • 1 Historic Space

  The Golf Club Tierra Oaks is an 18-hole championship golf course and event venue set within Tierra Oaks Estates, a gated community in Redding, California. The course plays from approximately 5,100 to 6,800 yards and overlooks Stillwater Creek, the first tee, and the practice facilities — a setting that carries comparisons to the design approach of Pebble Beach and St. Andrews, where golfers depart the clubhouse and return only after completing all 18 holes. At the heart of the property, the Georgian-style clubhouse accommodates events ranging from intimate dinners to large cocktail receptions. The gracious interior features floor-to-ceiling windows, a rock fireplace, and an adjoining balcony with views of the course. The space seats up to 120 for a plated dinner and holds up to 200 guests for a cocktail reception. An outdoor patio offers an additional setting for ceremonies and gatherings during the spring and summer months. The Golf Club Tierra Oaks hosts weddings, anniversaries, graduations, corporate meetings, golf tournaments, and private parties. Onsite catering is available, and the venue's events team supports planning from initial inquiry through the day of the event.

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  Cass Winery & Vineyard

  7350 Linne Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446, USA

  • Spaces for 16-400 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Barn
  • 4 Total Spaces

  CASS Winery sits on 145 acres of estate vineyard in the rolling hills east of Paso Robles, California, where 100% estate-grown Rhone and Bordeaux varietals have been cultivated since 2000. The hilltop property combines a modern industrial aesthetic with an open vineyard landscape, offering panoramic views of the Central Coast wine country and a celebrated on-site restaurant. Four distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings from an intimate dinner of 16 in The Library to full-scale receptions of 250 or more in the Barrel Room and its adjoining covered verandas. The Barrel Room — a 4,800-square-foot space built in 2019 — features polished concrete floors, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, a wine stave bar, and glass roll-up doors that open to the veranda for an al fresco atmosphere. Smaller groups gather in The Banquet Hall, The Cellar Door, or The Library within the tasting room building. Weddings at CASS take place beneath a 200-year-old heritage oak in the heart of the vineyard, with on-site coordination, in-house catering by the venue's executive chef, and estate wines included in event packages. The Geneseo Inn, a boutique bed-and-breakfast constructed from architect-designed shipping crates, provides on-property lodging for wedding parties and guests. CASS Winery has earned the Central Coast Wine Competition's Winery of the Year in 2020, 2018, and 2015 — the only winery to receive that recognition three times.

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  Brownstone Gardens

  91 Brownstone Rd, Oakley, CA 94561, USA

  • Spaces for 100-350 Guests
  • 3 Outdoor Spaces
  • 2 Waterfront
  • 3 Gardens

  Brownstone Gardens completely shields you and your guest from the outside world by a profusion of mulberry and sycamore trees, variegated shrubbery, lilies and a fragrant, multicolored rose garden. Beautiful pathways lead you around our grounds allowing the full beauty be visible to your guest. Welcome breezes rustle the foliage overhead as your guest stroll down a shaded path towards the Koi Garden. Here guests can enjoy seating in the gazebo, watching the Koi fish in the pond, listening to waterfalls or seating in the old-fashioned wood swing. In the evening guest will enjoy the beautiful tent style lights. Like snapshots from a royal palace our Grand Court will take your breath away. A stone aisle way surrounded by lush green lawn leads you down to an exquisite stone sanctuary. Adding romance and beauty to this area are Crepe Myrtle trees and rose covered trellises. The design of the garden and temple stand true to tradition while the foliage provides sweet intimacy of natures embrace. Your guests will truly feel that they've entered into paradise when they step into our Bridal Falls area. Our 12 foot waterfall with Angel's Trumpet Vines spreading their wings across. The dance floor is sunken below the guests tables so no one will miss a thing. The twinkling lights above you and your guest add the extra hint of romance. This is the perfect venue for any dreamy occasion.

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  Jose P. Rizal Community Center

  7320 Florin Mall Dr, Sacramento, CA 95823, USA

  • Spaces for 300-350 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  Jose P. Rizal Community Center is a 10,000-square-foot multipurpose event facility located at 7320 Florin Mall Drive in Sacramento, California, operated by the Southgate Recreation & Park District. Opened in 1983 and named after Philippine patriot and physician Jose P. Rizal, the center was originally envisioned to serve the Filipino community and has grown into a versatile gathering space for the broader Sacramento area. The center's main activity hall features polished wood flooring, bleachers, indoor and outdoor stages, and a scoreboard — making it well-suited for weddings, banquets, dances, birthday parties, sports events, and meetings. The facility accommodates up to 350 guests and includes a well-appointed kitchen, a lobby area, a small meeting and changing room, and audio-visual capabilities throughout. A lighted parking lot serves guests on site.

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  Clifton's Republic

  648 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA

  We have an incredible selection of one-of-a-kind venues perfect for almost any type of event! Our skilled Events Team would be pleased to show you around our offerings and assist you in finding the ideal venue for you, whether you have 20 or over 1200 guests. From gourmet sit-down meals, passing hors d'oeuvres, and exquisite Grazing Tables to barbecues, buffets, and expertly made custom offerings from our Master Alchemists, we have a wide selection of great dining and cocktail menus. Our bars offer the highest-quality handcrafted cocktails, as well as specialty beers, wines, and Champagne to suit every occasion! We recommend that you look through the locations on our website to have a better understanding of the types of spaces and venues that are available to fulfill your needs. Full production services, including world-class lighting, sound, projection, and entertainment, are available in-house. From fortune tellers and picture booths to aerialists, magicians, contortionists, and mermaids, Valet parking, specialty activations, and innovative Casting concepts are all accessible.

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  Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

  1000 Aguajito Rd, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

  • Spaces for 70-250 Guests
  • 4 Hotels
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 4 Total Spaces

  The Hilton Garden Inn Monterey sits among Monterey Pines and Live Oaks at 1000 Aguajito Road, less than one mile from Fisherman's Wharf and downtown Monterey. The property completed a full renovation in 2023, refreshing all 205 guest rooms — each with balconies or walkout patios — alongside a new lobby bar and eatery named Calla, which serves California coastal cuisine with both indoor and outdoor seating. For events and meetings, the hotel offers 7,000 square feet of flexible space across four venues, ranging from an octagon-shaped second-floor ballroom accommodating up to 250 guests for receptions to an outdoor Poolside Terrace suited for ceremonies and cocktail gatherings. All spaces are supported by in-house catering and a dedicated events team. On-property amenities include an outdoor heated pool, hot tub, fitness center, cabanas, and firepit.

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  Maritime Museum of San Diego

  1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

  • Spaces for 100-350 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Host your next event with the world famous Maritime Museum of San Diego – A spectacular waterfront location on beautiful San Diego Bay. Pirate Parties, San Diego Weddings, Corporate Events, Sailing Charters, Team Building Events, and so much more, Maritime Museum of San Diego creates memories that last forever. The Maritime Museum of San Diego makes her historic ships available for your next event in a truly iconic setting. The museum provides an event coordinator to assist with the planning and preparation of your special event. The venue staff will help to ensure an incredible experience that is both unique and memorable. Whether you’re planning a wedding and or reception, corporate event, birthday party, sailing charter, corporate team building event, or a celebration of life, Maritime Museum of San Diego's event planning team will assist you with all of your event planning needs.

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  La Jolla Shores Hotel

  8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA

  • Spaces for 150-200 Guests
  • 2 Hotels
  • 2 Ballrooms
  • 6 Total Spaces

  Location is everything. Celebrate a special occasion surrounded by the incredible beauty of the California coast. Walk down the aisle on their golden beach, with gorgeous sunsets over the Pacific Ocean, or host a memorable birthday party on one of the venue's beautiful patios. Infuse your La Jolla event with the laid-back coastal charm and elegant touches La Jolla Shores Hotel has to offer. Their experienced catering department will handle everything, from menu creation to décor and event execution. Gourmet cuisine, stunning venues, and impeccable service create perfect events. Whether you dream of a barefoot beach ceremony or an elegant reception, La Jolla Shores Hotel offers beautiful venues and a perfect destination for an oceanfront wedding experience. From rehearsal dinners with stunning ocean views to ceremonies that take your breath away, your celebration is a reflection of you. Let the scenery of the Pacific Ocean be the inspiration for your meeting or conference. The hotel's dramatic beachfront setting is the ideal place for creativity and connection. Let their experienced event planners handle every detail, from customized catering menus and audiovisual to room arrangements and event oversight. Let La Jolla Shores Hotel set the stage for a flawless affair with venues for any occasion, set apart by sweeping views of the Pacific. Their commitment to impeccable service shows.

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  Sonora Opera Hall

  250 S Washington St, Sonora, CA 95370, USA

  • Spaces for 250-410 Guests
  • 1 Landmark
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Historic Space

  Sonora Opera Hall & Convention Center occupies a landmark historic building at 250 S. Washington Street in the heart of downtown Sonora, California. The hall traces its origins to 1879, when it was built as a flour mill with funds from the Bonanza Gold Mine. Restored to its original purpose as a performance and gathering space, it has become the centerpiece of downtown Sonora, hosting events every weekend of the year. The main hall features a 52-by-31-foot hardwood floor, elegant burgundy velvet draperies, large windows, a full stage with dimmable lights, and a prep kitchen. The space accommodates up to 250 guests banquet-style and up to 410 in theater configuration, making it suitable for weddings, concerts, business expos, art shows, fundraisers, and community gatherings. Rental includes 25 eight-foot tables, 5 six-foot tables, and 200 padded chairs. A handicapped lift provides accessible entry. The hall is managed by the Sonora Chamber of Commerce.

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  Wildwood Acres Resort

  1055 Hunsaker Canyon Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549, USA

  • Spaces for 350-400 Guests
  • 1 Resort

  Wildwood Acres Resort is one of the most spectacular outdoor event sites in the Bay Area, nestled in a lush, wooded canyon in Lafayette, CA. The shaded drive in the hills above Burton Valley, located less than 20 miles from the Bay Bridge, will lead you out of a suburban sprawl and into the calm hideaway of Wildwood Acres Resort. The Jegers family has been operating and beautifying Wildwood Acres for three generations, since it was founded in 1954. Weddings and private gatherings of various styles are catered to by us. From Spring through Fall, we specialize in outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions, as well as interior celebrations all year. We encourage you to come by and experience the magic of Wildwood Acres Resort for yourself. Wildwood Acres Resort offers services for a wide variety of events including: Weddings, Receptions, Anniversaries, Birthday parties, Holiday parties, Family Reunions, Class Reunions, Fundraising Benefits, Business Dinners, Business Events, & Business Trainings Wildwood Acres Resort Facility Capacities: Lodge capacity: 200 standing, 150 seated Outdoor capacity: 400 standing, 350 seated Parking capacity: 100 cars Contact us to set up a time to visit Wildwood Acres and discuss your event with us. As part of our service packages, Wildwood Acres Resort offers the following amenities: On-site Catering (Meals prepared on site) Buffet Style meal service Licensed Beverage Provider Tailored Beverage Services (non-alcoholic to full bar) Beautiful Gardens Tree covered canyon setting Terraced Dining 1000 sq. ft. dance area Day & Evening setting Indoor and Outdoor Available year round

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  The Room Hollywood

  1626 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA

  • Spaces for 100-300 Guests
  • 1 Bar

  The Room is a Hollywood original, a bar with real substance. Low-key, quality venue which sets itself apart from trendy pop-ups that come and go. A mainstay in Hollywood nightlife since 1993.

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  The Palm

  1100 Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USA

  Private Parties and Gatherings The Palm is the perfect venue for any occasion. It is crucial to us that your event is immaculate from beginning to end, whether you are toasting family and friends or welcoming significant clients. From the cuisine to the ambiance to the table settings, our skilled event specialists and committed team will assist you in planning and executing every part of your gathering to ensure that it hits all of the right notes. Your guests are awaiting your arrival. You have a vision, and we have the experience to bring it to reality. We look forward to working with you. Are you closing a big deal, organizing a rehearsal dinner, celebrating an anniversary, or just hanging out with your pals and having a good time? Please allow us to take care of the details so that you can rest and enjoy time with your guests! In order to create the best backdrop for your party, we'll assist you in selecting the ideal private dining location or small family table for you. Make arrangements for your wedding. Your event will be a time-honored and wonderful experience, regardless of how small and private or enormous and extravagant it is. From the ceremony through the reception, and from customized menus, bar packages, and adjustable floorplans to tableside ordering the day of the event - including steak temperatures – our goal is to exceed every client's expectations.. Leave the planning and coordination to us, and you can concentrate on the wonder of your celebration instead.

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  Harmony Hall & Courtyard

  1985 Louis Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303, USA

  • Spaces for 230 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  Our setting is ideal for a wedding or any special occasion! Weddings, concerts, parties, corporate meetings, and other social gatherings are all held at our venue. Weddings: Our Sanctuary, which seats 300 people comfortably and has good acoustics and lovely stained glass windows, is noted for its outstanding acoustics and stunning stained glass windows. There is a grand piano in the Sanctuary, as well as a Letourneau Pipe Organ with approximately 3,000 pipes. We can supply a minister for your ceremony, or you are free to bring your own officiant who is ordained in the Christian tradition. Harmony Hall can hold up to 230 people for a banquet-style supper and has a catering kitchen that you can hire. The Hall is equipped with a sound system, a grand piano, bathrooms, and access to the courtyard. The Courtyard is a beautiful setting for a small wedding, cocktail hour, or outdoor dinner for up to 100 people. The Courtyard, with Japanese maples and blossoming pear trees, the spacious front lawn with the church as a backdrop, and our memorial garden, with a patterned glass wall, a mosaic labyrinth, and native flora, are all beautiful photography sites. For out-of-town visitors, our church offers abundant parking with both accessible parking spots and electric charging stations, and is easily accessible from HWY 101. The First Congregational Church of Palo Alto is an Open and Affirming congregation, which means that we make a public covenant of welcome into our full life and ministry to persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. Our ministers are happy to work with you to arrange a wedding ceremony that reflects your faith and your unique relationship to one another. Our organist will meet with you to help you select organ or piano pieces to make your wedding truly memorable!

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  Chico Women's Club

  592 E 3rd St, Chico, CA 95928, USA

  • Spaces for 180-220 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Historic Space

  The Chico Women's Club is a historic clubhouse at 592 East Third Street in Chico, California, founded in 1913. For more than a century, the organization has served as a gathering place for women's voices, arts, and civic engagement — hosting concerts, dances, classes, lectures, weddings, and charitable functions in the heart of the community. The clubhouse features a Main Hall with high ceilings, chandeliers, ceiling fans, a newly renovated dance floor, and an 18-by-17-foot stage with red velvet curtains. The space accommodates up to 100 guests for seated dining, 180 for auditorium-style events, and up to 220 for standing receptions. An outdoor patio provides additional space for gatherings. A 1911 Steinway Grand Piano is maintained on-site and available for events. Well-suited for weddings, graduations, live music, art shows, fundraisers, workshops, and private celebrations, the Chico Women's Club welcomes the broader community alongside its membership of 10,000-plus guests and members served over its history. The building includes a ramp for step-free access and accessible parking near the entrance.

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  Balboa Bay Resort

  1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

  • Spaces for 50-750 Guests
  • 1 Bar
  • 6 Hotels
  • 6 Total Spaces

  Balboa Bay Resort, nestled along the scenic California coastline, offers a luxurious Mediterranean-inspired setting for weddings in Southern California and the surrounding area. We invite you to walk down the aisle against a backdrop of sunshine on our beach and bay front lawns, or to host your reception in our Grand Ballroom or waterfront event spaces. Flexible meeting space and a courteous staff make our resort an excellent choice for both business and personal events. With an intimate setting along the Newport coast, we provide professional Newport Beach event planning and execution, as well as outstanding catering services to our clients and their guests. Our indoor and outdoor meeting space in Newport Beach includes ballrooms, a bay front lawn, and numerous private rooms with attached terraces where you can take in the breathtaking views of the Newport Harbor and surrounding islands. Outside catering from a variety of highly regarded companies is also welcome. Our culinary team can create the perfect menu for you, or you can bring your own. Allow us to turn your dreams into a reality with our exquisite Newport Beach wedding venues, which can accommodate everything from small ceremonies to large celebrations. The finest 5-star service is provided by our distinguished staff for the most lavish affair – no matter how large or small, formal or informal. No matter how you envision your wedding day, the professional wedding staff at Balboa Bay Resort will make certain that your needs are met and your wishes are realized.

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  Mount Shasta Golf Resort

  1000 Siskiyou Lake Blvd, Mt Shasta, CA 96067, USA

  • Spaces for 54-300 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Mount Shasta Resort sits on 126 acres at the base of Mount Shasta in Northern California, offering a full-service all-season resort setting for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. The property features an 18-hole golf course, lakeside and woodside chalet lodging, a day spa, and the Highland House Restaurant, which overlooks the mountain and surrounding forest. Three event spaces accommodate a range of group sizes. The Highland Room seats up to 54 guests for indoor dinners and receptions, while the Siskiyou Room — the resort's largest indoor venue — handles gatherings of up to 130. For larger outdoor events, the resort's open-air event area accommodates up to 300 guests with Mount Shasta as a natural backdrop. The resort's events team coordinates everything from ceremony setup and day-prior rehearsal to catering through the on-site restaurant and equipment rental including audio-visual systems. Outdoor wedding packages run seasonally from May through October, and indoor packages are available year-round.

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  Firestone Vineyards

  5000 Zaca Station Rd, Buellton, CA 93427, USA

  • Spaces for 180 Guests

  Firestone Vineyard holds a singular place in California wine history as the first estate winery established in Santa Barbara County. Founded in the early 1970s by Leonard Firestone — a former U.S. Ambassador to Belgium and grandson of tire innovator Harvey Firestone — the property took root in the Santa Ynez Valley at a time when the region was little known for wine production. Leonard's son Brooks and daughter-in-law Kate joined the venture, and together the family built what a 1987 Los Angeles Times Magazine profile called the work of "a pioneer, an inspirer, and an expander of possibilities." Set on 5017 Zaca Station Road in Los Olivos, the vineyard spans 325 certified sustainable acres in a "unique cusp region" where moderate coastal temperatures and an extended growing season support an unusually broad range of varieties — from Bordeaux and Rhône reds to Burgundy, Loire Valley, and German-inspired whites. Vintner Bill Foley acquired the property in 2007 and continues advancing its reputation today. The winery's grounds feature a barrel room, fermentation cellar, tasting room, and outdoor courtyard where live music is hosted on weekends. The setting — vineyard rows, palm trees, and the Santa Ynez Mountains as a backdrop — creates an atmosphere well suited to gatherings and celebrations.

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  Bates Nut Farm

  15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082, USA

  • Spaces for 300-500 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor

  Bates Nut Farm is a family-owned, 100-acre working farm nestled in the scenic hills of Valley Center, California — about 40 miles north of San Diego. Founded in 1921 when Gilbert and Beatrice Bates established Walnut Slope Ranch, the property has been operated by the same family for more than a century and today welcomes visitors year-round to its country store, farm zoo, picnic areas, and boutique. The farm's outdoor grounds serve as a distinctive backdrop for private events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, birthday celebrations, fundraisers, family reunions, and picnics. The ceremony area is shaded by rows of mature mulberry trees, while the adjacent garden stage area — framed by lush green hedges and flowering plants — accommodates receptions and larger gatherings. Events are not booked mid-September through October, when the farm transitions to its annual pumpkin patch season. Situated on a working agricultural property with more than a century of history, Bates Nut Farm offers an outdoor event setting that is uncommon in the greater San Diego region.

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  Walnut Creek Historical Society - Shadelands Ranch Museum

  2660 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA

  • Spaces for 150-300 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor

  Walnut Creek Historical Society (WCHS) provides access to these materials for educational and research purposes, and for personal enjoyment. WCHS’s written permission, or that of other possible rights holders (including publicity and/or privacy rights), is required for distribution, reproduction, or other use of protected items beyond that allowed by fair use or other statutory exemptions.

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  The Press Club

  20 Yerba Buena Ln, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA

  • Spaces for 20-300 Guests
  • 4 Restaurants
  • 1 Event Space

  Thank you for taking the time to consider Press Club as a venue for your private event. The restaurant's 9,000 square feet of design award-winning event space (our architects are the proud recipients of two AIA awards for "Best Restaurant Design") allows us to accommodate events of any scope and size, ranging from sit-down dinners for 20 to meet-and-greet happy hours for 50 to gala affairs for 300-500 guests or more. No matter where you choose to hold your reception, our lounges are centrally located, close to the action but far enough away to allow for a more intimate setting. This booking is one of our most popular for casual mixers because of the comfortable, living room-style seating. Press Club is happy to reserve both lounges for a single group, subject to space availability. No matter where you choose to hold your reception, our lounges are centrally located, close to the action but far enough away to allow for a more intimate setting. This booking is one of our most popular for casual mixers because of the comfortable, living room-style seating. The Press Club's Wine Library, which is located on the first floor, lobby level of the venue, is an elegant reception space that boasts 20-foot glass windows with views of the beautiful pedestrian walkway, Yerba Buena Lane, and is open to the public. The Wine Library is a great space for hosting up to 15-20 people seated or 35 people standing, thanks to its ample lounge seating and personal wine tender for your event. In addition to stationed artisanal cheese boards, house-made charcuterie and passed hors d'oeuvres, guests can also indulge in a full wine country buffet with a pre-selected wine list. For a semi-private, exclusive reception, our Private Dining Room and Bottle Lounge are a fantastic combination space. It's a cozy space for hosting a wine and food reception for up to 45 guests, and it has plenty of seating for guests to mingle, network, and savor a plate of delicious wine-paired cuisine. The Bottle Lounge, which is separated from the main venue by a beautifully lit bottle wall, features plush seating and cocktail tables, and is a great place to enjoy wine pours and passed hors d'oeuvres during the evening. In the Private Dining Room, which is connected to the Bottle Lounge by a 10' x 8' glass door, you can serve a heavier buffet for your event guests... Having the entire Press Club to yourself represents the ultimate wine country experience while also providing the convenience of never having to leave the city. Your group will have full access to our 9000 square foot design-award winning space, which includes five fully staffed wine tasting bars, our beautiful u-shaped stone bar, Bottle Lounge, Private Dining Room, and multiple lounge areas, as well as many intimate corners for conversation, wine tastings, and dancing, among other amenities. Our upstairs Wine Library can also function as a sixth bar, with glasses of sparkling wine being passed around to greet each guest upon their arrival. A wide range of entertainment options, including live music, DJ services, and other forms of entertainment, are available upon request.

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