Top California Premiere Venues
3,298 results near California
Find a Venue
Choosing your premiere 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.
Results

Laguna Art Museum
307 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA- Spaces for 20-200 Guests
- 3 Museums
- 2 Historic Spaces
- 3 Total Spaces
Laguna Art Museum is a cultural institution founded in 1918 by local artists, situated at 307 Cliff Drive in Laguna Beach, California. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the museum has served as a gathering place for art and community for over a century, dedicated to presenting art that embodies and preserves the California experience. The museum offers a range of event spaces that accommodate gatherings from intimate workshops to large receptions of up to 350 guests. The Steele Gallery, the largest of the museum's event galleries, seats 120 guests at rounds, while a second gallery accommodates 60–80 guests in rows. A conference room equipped with a projector and screen supports meetings, workshops, and training sessions, and a Kids' Studio provides a creative birthday celebration environment for younger guests. Private events benefit from on-site amenities including a stage, podium, wireless microphones, sound system, and a kitchen with a 30-inch gas oven and warming drawers. The museum works with a preferred vendor list of caterers, musicians, DJs, florists, and valet services, and welcomes outside caterers for maximum flexibility.

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.

Stonewall Ranch Malibu
2000 Encinal Canyon Rd, Malibu, CA 90265, USA
Saluti Cellars
7505 Grizzly Flat Rd, Somerset, CA 95684, USA- Spaces for 80-150 Guests
- 1 Winery
- 1 Historic Space
Saluti Cellars is a winery and wedding venue nestled in the Sierra Nevada Foothills of El Dorado County, California, set on a working vineyard at 7505 Grizzly Flat Road in Somerset. The property was developed over two decades by owner and winemaker Randy Rossi, who built the vineyards, wine caves, barns, and equestrian center largely by hand — creating a self-sustaining estate that operates on 100% solar power and holds Fish Friendly Farming certification. The venue offers several distinct settings for intimate and romantic weddings, private receptions, and special celebrations. The Timber Pavilion provides a rustic yet elegant covered space with western-style chandeliers, pond views, and an antique windmill backdrop, while the Wine Cave accommodates up to 80 guests for candlelit dinners and receptions in a captivating underground atmosphere. Beyond the event spaces, the property features hiking trails, panoramic vineyard views, a four-person spa, an exercise room, bocce ball, and on-site bed-and-breakfast lodging. Saluti Cellars was featured in the Spring 2025 issue of Real Weddings Magazine.

Planes of Fame Event Venue
14998 Cal Aero Drive, Chino, CA 91710, United States- Spaces for 320 Guests
Planes of Fame Air Museum in Chino, California, offers its historic aviation hangars as a one-of-a-kind setting for weddings, receptions, parties, and corporate functions. Located at 14998 Cal Aero Drive at Cal Aero Field, the museum has maintained a fleet of flyable historic aircraft for over 60 years — and that living collection becomes the backdrop for every event held within its walls. The facility accommodates up to 300 guests for a seated meal, with tables and chairs included in every rental package. Setup and teardown are handled by museum staff, and renters are welcome to bring in a caterer of their choice. A dedicated Event Venue Coordinator guides clients through the planning process and coordinates all vendor logistics. From intimate business luncheons to full-scale wedding receptions, the museum's hangar spaces offer a setting that blends mid-century aviation history with the warmth of a celebration — a combination that is genuinely difficult to find anywhere else in Southern California.

Swan Court Conference Center
2950 Pea Soup Andersen Blvd, Selma, CA 93662, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Ballroom
Swan Court Conference Center is a banquet hall and event venue located in Selma, California, in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley between Fresno and Visalia. Set on the grounds of a Holiday Inn property, the facility features an elegant koi pond and antique character that lend warmth to corporate meetings, family celebrations, and large social gatherings alike. The conference center offers 4,387 square feet of multi-use meeting and banquet space, accommodating groups from 12 to 300 guests. The main ballroom is appointed with chandelier lighting, wood-paneled walls, and floor-to-ceiling windows, and can be configured for seated dinners, cocktail receptions, seminars, and trade shows. State-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and high-speed internet access are available throughout. Swan Court hosts weddings, quinceañeras, baptisms, rehearsal dinners, bridal and baby showers, graduations, reunions, and corporate conferences. On-site catering and bar service through the adjacent Legends Tap House & Grill round out the full-service event experience.

Exchange Los Angeles
618 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA- Spaces for 50-1,250 Guests
- 2 Bars
- 4 Event Spaces
- 4 Total Spaces
DTLA is the rising home of nightlife & Exchange LA is one of the city's premier destinations. Voted Nightclub of the Year at the Nightclub & Bar Awards '15 Exchange LA is located in the former Los Angeles Stock Exchange Building, which dates back to 1929. With renovations complete the new-look begins almost immediately with 12-foot bronze doors at the entrance welcoming the next generation of Angelinos to the party!

Cypress Sea Cove
33572 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265, USA- Spaces for 350 Guests
For over 35 years , Cypress Sea Cove has been Malibu’s premier photo, film, and wedding location. Cypress Sea Cove is a two acre bluff top Victorian estate with panorama ocean views, private beach frontage, and expansive lawn and gardens.

Riverside Park
24 Sirretta St, Kernville, CA 93238, USA- Spaces for 500 Guests
Camp Kernville — known locally as Riverside Park — sits along the Kern River in the historic mountain town of Kernville, California. Set on a private stretch of riverfront with over 1,000 feet of beach, the property offers a laid-back outdoor setting for groups seeking a one-of-a-kind gathering place far from the ordinary event hall. The venue welcomes private groups year-round, hosting family reunions, scout troops, church groups, fraternal organizations, and special interest clubs. Groups may reserve a block of campsites or buy out the entire RV park, with access to a sandy riverside beach, open-air fire pits, and river recreation ranging from fishing and swimming to whitewater rafting and kayaking. Optional add-ons for buyout events include beach games, bonfires, and outdoor movie nights. Located steps from downtown Kernville, guests enjoy easy access to local restaurants, shops, and outfitters, while the surrounding Kern River valley provides a dramatic natural backdrop for outdoor celebrations.

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.

San Juan Hills Golf Club
32120 San Juan Creek Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, USA- Spaces for 200-300 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
Making Your Wedding a Dream Come True! Our wedding venue, San Juan Hills Golf Club, boasts a spectacular and scenic view, as well as a friendly and professional staff that will set your wedding apart from the competition. Your special day will be enhanced by the rustic elegance of our GreenView room and Veranda Patio. From our exceptional service to our delectable array of menu options, we take great pride in knowing that we have played a role in making your dreams a reality for you. We have two different ceremony locations to accommodate your needs. The backdrop for a beautiful ceremony can be anything from the lush 18th fairway to the charming and enchanting waterfall and pond on the 1st Tee. Our sites provide the ideal setting for a beautiful ceremony. On the day of your wedding, you can relax and take pleasure in the fact that our professional staff will make it a day to remember that your guests will be talking about for years to come.

Wine & Roses
2505 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA 95242, USA- Spaces for 50-350 Guests
- 4 Hotels
- 1 Ballroom
- 4 Total Spaces
Appellation Lodi — Wine & Roses Resort and Spa sits on seven lush acres in Lodi Wine Country, about 35 miles south of Sacramento. The property is a boutique resort and spa anchored by 66 guest rooms, 6.5 acres of botanical gardens, and a culinary program led by Chef Charlie Palmer that draws from the region's agricultural heritage and seasonal produce. Four distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings of 50 to 350 guests, ranging from intimate fireside rooms to a sprawling Garden Ballroom framed by open beams and natural garden views. Both indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception settings are available, including a sheltered canvas pavilion and a ceremony garden shaded by towering trees. A dedicated team of sales and wedding specialists handles logistics from initial planning through event day. The resort's Wine & Roses Spa, heated outdoor pool, and curated on-property experiences — including wine tastings, culinary workshops, and guided yoga in the gardens — offer guests additional programming before and after private events.

Brix Napa Valley
7377 St Helena Hwy, Napa, CA 94558, USABrix Restaurant and Gardens in Yountville, California opened on March 28, 1996 with a clear focus on providing a farm-to-table dining experience. More than two acres of gardens and orchards provide ingredients for a new menu inspired by the culinary traditions of Northern California, accented by international technique. Owned by the Kelleher family, the restaurant’s name reflects the measurement of sugar levels at which the grapes for the Kelleher Family Vineyard’s Cabernet Sauvignon are harvested. Brix Restaurant and Gardens “Best of Award of Excellence” and Napa Valley Wine List Award wine list is California focused including hard-to-find bottlings and featuring winery exclusive Napa offerings. Their corkage policy is $20 per 750ml bottle, limited to one bottle per person per table with a maximum of 6 bottles. We waive one corkage for every bottle that is purchased from our list. Set on 16 prime Napa Valley acres, the grounds are abundantly planted with vegetables and herbs in 25 raised beds. They also have a fruit and citrus orchard alongside extensive flowering gardens which we encourage you to explore. Last but not least, their Kelleher Family Vineyard is in the Oakville AVA and they bottle a highly rated estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon. The dual themes of winemaking and farm-to-table cuisine run through the three private dining rooms at Brix. Stunning views of the vineyards are the focus in our two Provencal-inspired rooms adjacent to the main dining room. Inside the main dining room, they offer the gorgeous Reserve Cellar for smaller parties, where guests are surrounded by tastefully displayed cases of wine in a red-hued room. In all of the private event areas, guests can expect the stellar service and cooking for which the restaurant is well-known. Imagine your special day with family and friends surrounded by flower gardens, grapevines, hillside vineyard views and the Mayacamas Mountains as the backdrop. Brix offers our fabulous vineyard site for your special ceremony anywhere from two to 200 guests. Ceremony site fee includes Chiavari chairs, dance floor, water service, market umbrellas, vegetable garden pre and post-wedding reception area and set up in the private vineyard ceremony site.

The View Lounge
780 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA- Spaces for 200-300 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
The View Lounge reopened its doors in January 2015 after undergoing extensive renovations. When you arrive at the restaurant, you will be greeted by a panoramic view of the city of San Francisco from above. This is also the reason why the restaurant is named The View Lounge; it is uncommon for a restaurant to be located on the 39th floor of a high-rise building, allowing you to take in the unique beauty of the poetic city. Furthermore, it is not only the exterior of the building that establishes the brand, but it is also the interior design that encourages diners to return. The interior design and decoration, which are inspired by Art Deco, are in the artistic style. With scenes like this, the already delectable food and beverages will be elevated to an even higher level of excellence. Tourists, locals, and anyone else who wants to be immersed in the glistening scenery of the city and the artistic atmosphere are drawn to the restaurant by its unique atmosphere. If you have the opportunity to visit San Francisco, you may find The View Lounge restaurant to be a wonderful place to enjoy your meal while taking in the beautiful views and excellent service. In addition to its convenient location in the heart of downtown San Francisco (at 780 Mission Street in the San Francisco Marriott Marquis), the restaurant offers a variety of other amenities. The View Lounge is easily identifiable because it is in close proximity to popular tourist attractions such as Lombard Street, Pier 39, Chinatown, the Exploratorium, and Little Italy. After you've finished your meal, you can go for a walk around the city with your friends and family to get a feel for the place.

Sherman Library & Gardens
2647 Pacific Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625, USA- Spaces for 150-250 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Sherman Gardens provides a stunning botanical backdrop for your dream garden wedding. Wide brick walks thread their way through the gardens, through boiling tile fountains and colorful, textured, and fragrant flower beds. Hanging baskets of fuchsia, begonias, and seasonal favorites line the aisle in the lovely Tea Garden. Alternatively, you can tie the knot beneath the 81-year-old California Pepper Tree. The Tropical Conservatory, which features bromeliads, orchids, ferns, and a koi pond, makes for a lovely photo backdrop. You get exclusive use of the full gardens to plan the wedding of your dreams. Thank you for thinking about Sherman Library & Gardens for your special occasion! For you and your guests, our magnificent botanical setting creates a picture-perfect garden wedding. We are excited to assist you in planning the wedding of your dreams! "Farm-to-Table" and "Garden-to-Table" are not simply buzzwords for 608 Dahlia's food philosophy. We not only talk the talk, but we also walk the walk. We are honestly committed to giving you fresh, seasonal, sustainably sourced ingredients, sometimes literally right from the garden. We are fortunate to be located in the heart of Sherman Library and Gardens, which encompasses 2.2 acres of exquisite beauty and wealth.

Valley of the Moon at Madrone Estate Winery
777 Madrone Rd, Glen Ellen, CA 95442, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Winery
Whether for a private wine tasting, luncheon, special milestone dinner celebration, or a wedding ceremony and reception, Valley of the Moon Winery's team provides you and your guests with an unforgettable setting and the very best in Sonoma wine country hospitality. Valley of the Moon Winery at Madrone Estate offers a historic yet modern property and space that is perfect for intimate gatherings of 10 up to large-scale events to 200. From our modern tasting room, to our stone barrel cellar, to the sunny patio and crush pad, and on to their beautiful old vines – each view delights as you move throughout the property. Valley of the Moon Winery at Madrone Estate can accommodate groups from 10 to 200, for weddings, luncheons, dinners and any other type of special event. Their culinary team is dedicated to provide your guests with a memorable occasion focused on great wines, delicious foods and exceptional service. Valley of the Moon Winery at Madrone Estate's beautifully landscaped property and newly renovated tasting room are ideal settings for elegant private events. They can create a unique and memorable experience for you and your guests.

Canary Hotel Santa Barbara
31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA- Spaces for 40-225 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 7 Hotels
- 7 Total Spaces
Set in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, the Kimpton Canary Hotel is a boutique luxury property that brings Spanish Colonial architecture and California coastal warmth together in a single setting. The hotel sits steps from State Street and the Santa Barbara courthouse, drawing on the region's "American Riviera" character for weddings, corporate gatherings, social celebrations, and milestone events of every scale. Seven dedicated event spaces span more than 7,300 square feet, accommodating groups from intimate 10-person boardroom sessions to receptions of up to 225 guests. The Riviera Ballroom anchors the indoor offering with nearly 2,000 square feet of Mediterranean-accented space suited for seated dinners and full receptions. The Channel Islands room and Valley Room provide mid-size options, while the rooftop terrace — with its outdoor fireplace and 360-degree views sweeping from the Pacific to the Santa Ynez Mountains — hosts ceremonies and cocktail receptions under the open sky. In-house catering is provided by the hotel's own Finch & Fork culinary team, and the full restaurant is available for private buyouts. A dedicated events team works with clients from initial planning through the day of the event.

Westridge Golf Club
1400 S La Habra Hills Dr, La Habra, CA 90631, USA- Spaces for 100-500 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 3 Total Spaces
Westridge Golf Club is a country club and event venue situated along the fairways of an 18-hole championship golf course in La Habra, California, with views of the San Gabriel Mountains. Established more than 25 years ago, the club pairs its golf offerings with a full range of private event spaces designed for gatherings from intimate celebrations to large-scale receptions. Four distinct spaces serve events ranging from 30 to 250 guests. The Lakeview Room is the club's primary indoor ballroom, accommodating up to 250 guests for weddings, quinceañeras, galas, and corporate events. The Garden is a luminous open-air setting beside the property's scenic lake, suited for bridal showers, brunches, and luncheons of up to 100 guests. Vows by the Lake is a dedicated lakeside ceremony site featuring a white gazebo framed by fairways, with seating for up to 200 guests. The Westridge Room serves as a pre-reception lounge for butler-passed hors d'oeuvres and full-bar service. Westridge Golf Club offers flexible catering options — including both in-house menus and the choice to bring an outside caterer — along with a W Korean BBQ restaurant on site. The events team operates Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and can be reached by calling the main line and selecting the events extension.

Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
Hellman-Ehrman Mansion, Tahoma, CA 96142, USA- Spaces for 100-200 Guests
- 1 Landmark
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 2 Total Spaces
Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park occupies the west shore of Lake Tahoe, 10 miles south of Tahoe City along Highway 89, and encompasses nearly two miles of lake frontage within nearly 2,000 acres of old-growth forest. At the heart of the park stands the Hellman-Ehrman Mansion — known as Pine Lodge — a 12,000-square-foot Queen Anne-style estate built in 1903 as a summer retreat for San Francisco businessman I.W. Hellman, designed by architect Walter Danforth Bliss. California acquired the property in 1965, and the mansion now serves as a museum and the backdrop for private events. Two outdoor event sites are available for weddings, reunions, corporate dinners, farm-to-table gatherings, music events, and festivals. The grounds in front of the mansion can host receptions, performances, and celebrations for up to 100 seated guests, while the lakefront site offers a setting overlooking Lake Tahoe for ceremonies and intimate performances of equal capacity. Events are available June through mid-September, with a dedicated Special Events Coordinator to guide the booking process.

Brookview Ranch
2972 Triunfo Canyon Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301, USAAll inclusive wedding venue focused on making your wedding everything you dreamed it would be. Please accept our gratitude once more from everyone who has kept tabs on us and how we're getting along. The Woolsey Fire has unfortunately forced us to rebuild our home from the damage it has sustained, as well as make other exciting improvements to our home. These enhancements are as follows: The addition of a new bridal suite A new indoor reception area has been created. All-Weather Bridge is a bridge that is open at all times. Gardening and landscaping are being redone. We'd like to express our gratitude once more for finding us on the internet. Beginning in 2023, we will break ground on a new facility and begin touring at that time! We will not be offering tours until 2023 in order to allow us to complete our renovations. You can reach us at [email protected]. You are cordially invited to Brookview Ranch! We are overjoyed that you have considered our venue for your upcoming event or gathering. We here at Brookview strive to make your day everything you could have hoped for and more. From the beginning of your tour to the conclusion of your event, we want the process of planning your event to be as simple as possible for everyone involved. Our online booking, food ordering, and rental ordering processes are simple and intuitive, allowing you to concentrate on what is most important. Please get in touch with us to arrange a tour and obtain additional information!