Top SoMa Opening Party Venues
284 results near SoMa, San Francisco, CA
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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 SoMa. 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 SoMa venue has never been easier.
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524 Union Street, The Paper Doll
San Francisco, CA, USA- Spaces for 120-140 Guests
524 Union Street, formerly the Paper Doll, a designated San Francisco landmark; an original hidden gem full of magic, ready for your special event, wedding dinners, birthdays, corporate events, pop ups and more. Located in a Victorian, 524 captures European charms and Bohemian ambience along the Barbary Coast trail in the heart of thriving post pandemic North Beach, steps from Coit Tower and Washington Square Park. Featuring two separate dining rooms and bars, raised stage areas, equipped kitchen, door to door loading, corner front and private San Francisco alley entry way, rustic details, stain glass, a working fireplace, and more. The Paper Doll is noted as the first LGBTQ restaurant, and a front line of civil rights and 524 Union Street is one of the oldest pre-earthquake locations for food and drink.
$450 minAvg response time 2-4 hrs
The Regency Ballroom
1290 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA- Spaces for 700-1,400 Guests
Built in 1909, The Regency Center is considered the finest example of Scottish Rite temple architecture in the country, featuring Gothic, Neoclassic, and Beaux-Arts styles. The building has housed a Masonic Temple, a dance studio, the Polish Arts Foundation, and a movie theater. Recently restored to its original splendor, this landmark offers three levels of unique gathering space. This versatile San Francisco landmark offers three separate venues - The Regency Ballroom, Social Hall, and Lodge - each with unique architectural characteristics and an array of accompanying rooms. Capacities range from 70 up to 1,000 with the entire facility accommodating up to 2,000 guests in combined occupancy. Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams, a corporate seminar, an elaborate reunion, or a celebratory bar or bat mitzvah, you will find The Regency Center to be a distinctive and imaginative choice. We invite you and your guests to relax and indulge yourselves in this exceptional venue, and let us demonstrate why we are the ideal setting for your next special event.
Est. $250/guest
Zoë Cocktail Bar and Bites
579 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA- Spaces for 60 Guests
- 1 Bar
- 1 Event Space
Zoe is an exclusive private event space designed for unforgettable gatherings. With a stylish setting, curated cocktails, and exceptional service, we create the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. Book your private event and make it memorable.
$1,500 min
Hyatt Regency Downtown SOMA
50 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USAHost your next wedding, seminar, conference, social event or executive meeting amid 32,000 square feet of flexible indoor venues—including a 9,000-square-foot ballroom that can accommodate up to 1,200 guests—at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA. Our award-winning executive chef is on-hand to prepare custom banquet and catering menus sure to dazzle your guests for any occasion.
Est. $196/guest
Eve
1535 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA- Spaces for 300-350 Guests
Eve Nightclub & Event Space offers 3,000 square feet of timeless elegance making Eve one of the most desirable spots in San Francisco. Consisting of attractive interiors, sophisticated decor and an intimate floor plan, Eve boasts new elevated VIP seating for maximum visibility of the party, two fully-stocked bars, and unprecedented nightclub production. Located centerstage of this ultra-chic venue is a state-of-the-art DJ Booth that delivers cutting edge music with impeccable sound. Eve’s Garden outdoor bar offers a change of environment and allows guests to party under the stars. Eve’s unique layout offers a stunningly versatile event space that can host corporate functions, holiday parties, product launches, fundraisers, company offsite meetings, conferences, fashion shows and cocktail receptions. Let our expert staff tailor a personalized evening to accommodate all your special needs.
Avg response time 1-2 days
Mars Bar Restaurant
798 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA- Spaces for 40-250 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Event Space
Mars Bar Restaurant is a great venue located south of market in SF. We have a huge back area that is perfect for bands, DJ's, birthdays, banquets, and many other celebrations. We have two outside patios. The garden patio and the larger under the big top tented patio. The tented patio can be configured for events that are casual to full blown elegance. We love small events as well as large ones. Any questions, please just ask. Thanks
Est. $32/guestAvg response time 1-2 hrs- featured
Exploratorium
Pier 15, The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA- Spaces for 200-4,000 Guests
- 5 Event Spaces
Whether you’re planning an intimate COVID-compliant gathering, a virtual event, or seeking a location for filming without a live audience, the Exploratorium has great options for you. Our team of event professionals is here to brainstorm with you, navigate safety-minded options, and create memorable experiences for you and your guests. Located in the vibrant heart of the historic Embarcadero, the Exploratorium is an imaginative setting for just about any event, from intimate meetings to spectacular parties. You can have it all: Rent the entire Exploratorium facility and get spectacular waterfront views of San Francisco and the Bay, a lively landscape of hundreds of interactive exhibits, flexible event spaces, superb catering, and skilled staff. With our gallery bundle options, you can craft the perfect museum selection for your event. Whether you’re looking for a progressive celebration with distinct spaces for your cocktail reception, dinner, and dessert or planning an entertaining reception, we are happy to help you find the perfect fit.
- featured
Pier 27
The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, USA- Spaces for 230-4,000 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 4 Event Spaces
- 1 Meeting Space
An extraordinary opportunity awaits you at the San Francisco waterfront—a collection of open and flexible spaces on the iconic Embarcadero, ready to be a canvas for your creativity. Whether large or intimate, a corporate conference or a holiday bash, your next occasion can be one people talk about for years to come. It starts this moment. Let your imagination loose and your ideas percolate. The venues of Metro Events can make your vision a reality. Sleek & Contemporary - Opened in 2014, Pier 27 is a fresh take on hosting events on the historic Embarcadero. Front and center are views of the Bay Bridge, the Financial District and Coit Tower, truly stunning through floor-to-ceiling windows. Industrial ceilings, large roll-up doors and materials of steel, concrete and glass give the raw, open space plenty of room for guests to mingle – and for your imagination to roam. Pier 27 offers almost 55,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space. Whether it is for a conference, a gala, a product launch or a wedding, Pier 27 is a great option. A rarity for this area of San Francisco, Pier 27 offers ample parking, as well as outdoor event spaces.
Est. $180/guest$10,000 minPricing Details AvailableAvg response time 2-4 hrs - featured
The Newhall Nest
260 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA- Spaces for 2-80 Guests
- 5 Event Spaces
The Newhall Nest is a unique and multifunctional event space in San Francisco's Financial District, perched atop a historic jewel. Our 4,000-square-foot private event space is perfect for a variety of occasions! The loft-style layout and well-appointed furnishings of our penthouse make it ideal for weddings, corporate parties, and private events! Our event area offers breathtaking, towering city views through wrap-around windows and a 2,000 square foot top terrace, no matter what the occasion. Our private event facility can accommodate up to 80 people, and we also provide overnight lodging. If you're thinking of having a rooftop wedding, our private rooftop will be the ideal location. We assist clients create wedding memories that will last a lifetime at the Newhall Nest. We can assist you in planning the wedding of your dreams, whether it is an interior wedding venue or a rooftop wedding for up to 80 guests. While immersed in the heart of San Francisco, our venue offers breathtaking views of the Bay. This 4,000-square-foot space, which includes a 2,000-square-foot roof deck, is the ideal setting to celebrate the start of your married life together. Please contact us today for further information or to reserve your special date! It's critical to be able to get a private event site for your wedding reception in these age of social distancing. With this in mind, we've created the ideal environment for a safe and responsible celebration. Why should you have to give up your sense of style and comfort because of current health concerns? While you enjoy the wedding of your dreams, our crew will ensure the ultimate safety of your guests. Thank you for considering the Newhall Nest as a venue for your special occasion!
$3,000 minAvg response time 6-12 hrs 
The Regency Center
1290 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA- Spaces for 240-900 Guests
- 3 Event Spaces
You have arrived at San Francisco's most architecturally stunning venue. Astonish your guests and host an event that will be remembered for years to come. This versatile San Francisco landmark offers three separate venues, each with unique architectural characteristics and an array of accompanying rooms. Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams, a corporate seminar, an elaborate reunion, or a celebratory bar or bat mitzvah, you will find The Regency Center to be a distinctive and imaginative choice. We invite you and your guests to relax and indulge yourselves in this exceptional venue, and let us demonstrate why we are the ideal setting for your next special event.
Hotel Zeppelin
545 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
Four Seasons San Francisco
757 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA- Spaces for 40-1,200 Guests
- 4 Hotels
- 4 Ballrooms
- 1 Outdoor
In the heart of the city, steps from the Financial District and Moscone Convention Center, the 5-star luxury property, the Four Seasons San Francisco, offers an exceptional setting for your wedding, celebration, or meeting. Your guests will enjoy our newly renovated guest rooms when they stay at Four Seasons San Francisco, decorated in calming shades of white, blue, and grey. The Four Seasons San Francisco offers gorgeous views of the city, and you and your guests will appreciate very last detail from our attentive staff. At Four Seasons San Francisco, you will find exceptional settings including 15,000 sqft of newly renovated meeting and event space, including an outdoor terrace, for business meetings and gala banquets, along with a staff dedicated to making your event in San Francisco a success. If planning your wedding at Four Seasons San Francisco, our event-planning staff will work with you directly to make sure all of your event dreams come to life. The Veranda ballroom at Four Seasons San Francisco offers floor-to-ceiling windows, plus a gorgeous terrace perfect for cocktails and mingling. The staff at Four Seasons San Francisco can also arrange photography, florals, linens, and any other amenity or event professional you might need for your special day.
Hotel Emblem
562 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USAGet ready, rebels. This is where every good story begins. Check in and leave the status quo behind. Hotel Emblem in downtown San Francisco, where Nob Hill meets Union Square and the Theater District, is a haven for those that think as boldly as they live. Every corner is designed to spark creativity, from bottled cocktails delivered to your door, to the book-filled Writer’s Alcove in the lobby, to the eclectic guestrooms, where patterns play and an expressive vibe thrives. This hotel is a muse – and you will be, too. Ask our Underground Concierge for customized recommendations on under-the-radar local sights that will ignite your curiosity. Or simply sit back and tap out a few thoughts on the lobby typewriter. It will all leave you with a dynamic new outlook.
The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel
495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA- Spaces for 8-160 Guests
- 11 Hotels
- 11 Ballrooms
The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel is a century-old gem. Originally opened by Frederick C. Clift in February 1915, the hotel has been an ever-evolving classic, drawing guests from all over the world. In January 2020, after an extensive renovation, guests will be welcomed by sophisticated and modern changes signifying a reawakening of the hotel’s original craftsmanship fused with modern day San Francisco. Designed for beauty, adaptability and convenience, The Clift has become a place that celebrates the past and embraces a rapidly evolving future. The updated ambiance engages traditional touches while enveloping the beauty of the City by the Bay. The iconic Redwood Room has been polished and refreshed, preserving its storied history and seductive ambiance. Other updates include the introduction of a new eatery and café; newly renovated function space to include a light-filled general session space with soaring two-story, floor-to-ceiling windows; and completion of the façade work on the exterior of the building. Located walking distance from San Francisco’s shopping and financial districts, The Clift has long been considered one of the world’s best hotels.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs- featured
San Francisco Design Center Galleria
101 Henry Adams St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA- Spaces for 750-1,600 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Historic Space
- 1 Meeting Space
Located in the heart of San Francisco’s Design District, the San Francisco Design Center (SFDC) Galleria is a premier destination for large-scale events. The Galleria is a versatile, architecturally stunning event venue ideal for weddings, corporate events, galas, and product launches. With the capacity to host anywhere from 100 to 1,600 guests, the Galleria offers a flexible layout that includes polished hardwood floors perfect for dining or dancing, in-house lighting, a built-in bar, and a raised stage for live entertainment or presentations. Whether you're planning a milestone celebration or a high-profile brand activation, the SFDC Galleria offers flexibility, visibility, and expert on-site support in a vibrant setting.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs 
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.
Palace Hotel San Francisco
2 New Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA- Spaces for 90-1,000 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 1 Bar
- 7 Total Spaces
A timeless icon where original architecture and authentic elements pair with classically inspired, modern décor. Originally established in 1875, the Palace was San Francisco’s first premier luxury hotel and the largest in the world. Throughout her lifetime as a landmark of the city, the Palace Hotel has witnessed history and evolved with the times. Weddings Exchange vows in a venue that carries your voice. Our three ballrooms are airy, elegant and dignified. Walk down the aisle at Sunset Court, our long hall with a glass dome. Sit under crystal chandeliers at Grand Ballroom, offering 9,000 square feet of reception space. Tailor your catering and remember the important moments with AV equipment such as video cameras. Our expert planners create a seamless wedding experience. Our wedding specialists will create an exquisitely authentic celebration for you, ensuring everything from invitations to flowers and menus to décor is taken care of. Custom Personal Touches When you choose to host your event at the Palace Hotel, you will enjoy unequaled service by our expert wedding specialists. Our team looks forward to collaborating with you on inspired, bespoke arrangements that will precisely meet the needs of you and your guests. Inquire about custom-designed wedding packages featuring loyalty award points, complimentary luxury accommodations and more.
Avg response time 6-12 hrs
The Hibernia SF
1 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA- Spaces for 25-1,500 Guests
- 4 Event Spaces
FOUR UNIQUE SPACES FOR EVERY EVENT One of San Francisco's most celebrated architectural gems, The Hibernia offers a central location in downtown San Francisco, close to the Moscone Center. Our four unique and flexible spaces are suitable for events of every size and shape, from after work hangouts and conferences to holiday parties and weddings. San Francisco Historic Landmark #130, the Hibernia Bank now serves as a visible anchor for the City's Mid-Market neighborhood and features unique Neoclassical Revival-style touches, including its grand domed entrance and giant exterior colonnade. The interior boasts breathtaking Tiffany-style skylights which bathe the main hall in a warm amber glow, as well as the original mahogany-carved bank counter and vaults encased in red marble imported from Cork, Ireland. Most recently, this architectural gem has undergone an extensive renovation and has been lovingly restored to its former splendor.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs
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
International Smoke
301 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA- Spaces for 200-300 Guests
International Smoke is the wildly popular collaboration between award-winning Chef Michael Mina and renowned restaurateur, chef, 2x NY Times best-selling cookbook author, philanthropist, television host and producer, and entrepreneur Ayesha Curry. Celebrating food as the heart of the community, International Smoke recognizes that fire is the start of all cooking and every country shares this culinary spark. At the center of the dining experience, the bar offers a community-driven atmosphere – creating a social space where guests can connect with friends over delicious food and drinks for a night to remember. International Smoke is the place to go on a culinary trip around the world with a date, with family, or with friends – no passports required.
Avg response time 1-2 hrs