Top California Rehearsal Dinner Venues

• Spaces for 16-2,000 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 7 Outdoor Spaces
• 11 Total Spaces

Nestled riverside at the edge of Guerneville in Sonoma's wine-rich Russian River Valley, Dawn Ranch is a meeting of nature and luxury. Our cottage-style hotel and event venue offers an authentic, historic, and unique Sonoma wine country escape among 22 acres of ancient giant redwoods, native meadows, and vintage apple trees. With room for up to 500 people for wedding ceremonies and up to 184 overnight guests in our cabins and cottages, we allow you to experience a unique ceremony. Set the scene amid ancient redwoods, in a 120-year-old orchard, on a pristine meadow, inside our garden, or in our historic lodge and boathouse. Each venue has its own unique character. The boughs of the orchard’s fruit trees encircle a ceremony and bring a magical sense of intimacy. The giant redwoods in the meadow overlook guests and impart a grand sense of the grandeur of this natural environment. Relax and enjoy these beautiful surroundings, while our dedicated staff ensure you and your party experience a joyful, stress-free series of events. Dawn Ranch is Green Key Global Eco Rated at 4 Keys (virtual audit completed and verified in 2025). Our program is audited by Control Union and recognized across corporate procurement channels. Sustainable practices include plant forward, locally sourced menus, refillable amenities, and energy and water efficient systems. Detailed documentation and certificate available on request

The Wesley is a fabulously restored Mid-Century Micro Resort. The Wesley is located in the sun drenched Palm Springs: the ultimate desert playground. The Micro Resort doubles as a beautiful venue where you can enjoy evenings surrounded by palm trees and warm desert air. The Wesley boasts freshly squeezed citrus and lush grounds filled with friendly hummingbirds. The Wesley sets a lovely setting for a variety of events; you can relax poolside with a cocktail for a shower or enjoy a beautiful sunset background for a dinner party. The Wesley sits across the street from an ancient riverbed, and is ideally located in a private and serene environment. They are centrally located within walking and biking distance of all the best Palm Springs restaurants and shopping. The Wesley offers breathtaking sunset and mountain views amongst its meticulously crafted flats and grounds. The Wesley's amenities include a pool, spa, kitchen, bar, fire pit, cabanas, garden living room, loungers, and more.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Winery

In Ramona, California, Crystal Hill Vineyard is a rustic wedding location. This winery is recognized for its magnificent event venues, exquisite wine, and delicious cuisine, making it ideal for soon-to-be newlyweds looking for a romantic occasion in Southern California. It is a superb place to celebrate life's milestone milestones because of its quiet ambiance and beautiful splendor. Crystal Hill Vineyard, located in Ramona, California, produces wonderful wines and caters weddings and other milestone events. This house, nestled in the Golden State countryside, is great for anyone looking to get away from it all. This venue, which is surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards for as far as the eye can reach, allows you to marry in complete peace. The Crystal Hill Vineyard provides a beautiful backdrop for wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. With an outdoor party beneath the sun, you and your loved one may take use of the venue's sites. The terrace is a great place for ceremonies and long-lasting celebrations beneath the lights. When you book your wedding at this vineyard, a wedding coordinator will be assigned to you to ensure that everything goes smoothly. They can communicate with all other vendors ahead of time to ensure that they are aware of their responsibilities. This allows you to unwind and concentrate on more important issues. Furthermore, you can have a delectable wedding day feast prepared for you, complete with the appropriate wines. This facility also provides bridal suites, chairs, tables, and linens. Crystal Hill Vineyard can accommodate both small and large groups with ease. You and your spouse can choose from a variety of event settings. Despite the fact that the hotel provides food and beverages, you are welcome to bring in your own caterer.

• Spaces for 14 Guests

Great Big Game Show Santa Clara brings live‑hosted, TV-style game show fun to Westfield Valley Fair in Santa Clara, CA. With four vibrant studios (three holding up to 14 players and one holding 8), teams compete across fast-paced mini-games—trivia, strategy, prop challenges, and more—with buzzer slams, lights, music, and a giant wheel. The full 75‑minute experience includes check-in, briefing, and gameplay. Perfect for team building, birthdays, or family fun. Ideal for ages 6+, younger guests require an adult.

DoubleTree by Hilton San Pedro-Port of Los Angeles offers event spaces for your next celebration in Los Angeles, California.

The Grand Reserve Inn is the perfect location for a special occasion, whether it's a small, private party or a gathering of your closest friends. To provide a genuinely exceptional experience, we only collaborate with the best caterers and event specialists. To schedule a site tour and see this breathtaking setting, contact us right away. The Grand Reserve Inn is ideal for off-site retreats, private gatherings, weddings, and romantic vacations since it is intimate and gorgeous. This five-suite, Tuscan-styled bed and breakfast was established by Jay and Maggie Wilderotter in December 2016 and delivers luxury to each visitor. The Grand Reserve Inn is known for its elegance and sophistication and offers award-winning wines from the Wilderotter Vineyard. Our guests can't wait to return to the ambience we've created for them with private VIP wine tasting experiences, large patios, gourmet breakfast, and wine and cheese pairings. Beautiful olive trees line our road entry, which produces olive oil from fruit that is farmed on our land. When you reserve the entire property for business retreats, events, or weddings, you can use our innkeeping and concierge services to make bookings for you or employ our in-house chef for a special multi-course wine supper.

• Spaces for 90-750 Guests
• 7 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 7 Total Spaces

Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country provides a scenic and versatile setting for weddings, meetings, and social gatherings in the heart of Sonoma County’s celebrated wine region. Set in Santa Rosa, this hotel blends relaxed California charm with adaptable indoor and outdoor event spaces, offering beautiful backdrops surrounded by vineyards, gardens, and open skies. Expansive meeting venues and outdoor lawns allow for tailored layouts that suit everything from elegant receptions to corporate retreats. Thoughtful onsite planning and catering support seamless execution, while comfortable guest rooms and resort-style amenities keep attendees refreshed. With its wine-country setting, inviting atmosphere, and flexible spaces, this venue creates memorable gatherings that feel both refined and relaxed.

• Spaces for 150-350 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Total Spaces

Located directly adjacent to the Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), the Wyndham Garden Fresno Yosemite Airport offers exceptional convenience for both business and leisure travelers. This hotel is a perfect hub for exploring the region's natural wonders, with Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks all within easy reach. Corporate guests benefit from its central location with quick access to key Fresno businesses and the airport. The hotel features 210 spacious, non-smoking guest rooms, each equipped with comfortable amenities like flat-screen HDTVs, mini-refrigerators, and work areas. Guests can enjoy a refreshing indoor pool with a waterfall, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Dining options include the Skyline Café for breakfast and dinner, and the Skyline Lounge for evening relaxation. For events, the hotel boasts over 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, perfect for conferences, banquets, and social gatherings, supported by full-service catering and technology.

Urban Press Winery hosts many events, parties, and meetups all year round. Whether the occasion is big or small, Urban Press is just the spot for your next special day. Located in the heart of downtown Burbank, when you step inside Urban Press you will feel like you have been transported to a bustling tasting room in Italy. From our beautiful dining room to our all-weather covered yet sunny patio, a visit to Urban Press is guaranteed to be the perfect venue for any event on your calendar. Whether it be a romantic date night or a fun girl's night out, we have a little something for everyone.

A modern, spacious church sanctuary on a beautiful, historic property. A highly configurable space equipped with theatrical lighting, professional audio, and a large LED screen for media. Perfect for weddings and other events. Suggested capacity is 100 people with tables or up to 250 with standing room only.

• Spaces for 200-500 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Designed by Pritzker Prize–winning architect Thom Mayne of Morphosis, the UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art is one of Southern California's most architecturally significant buildings and one of its most coveted private event destinations. From executive summits and corporate gatherings, to dream weddings and milestone celebrations, cinematic productions and luxury brand showcases, our events team brings together landmark architecture, cultural prestige, and an unwavering standard of excellence to craft occasions that feel as singular as the setting itself. Our collection of spaces—including the Chalmers Pavilion, Ed Pavilion, Upper Plaza, and an open-air rooftop garden terrace with sweeping views—offers an unparalleled setting for gatherings of 10 to 400 guests, each thoughtfully tailored to your vision and scale. Behind every exceptional event is an equally exceptional team. Ours brings together curatorial precision, architectural grandeur, and the acclaimed culinary vision of Catering by Mix Mix, shaping each occasion with the same care and intentionality as the art that surrounds it. Hosting an event at UC Irvine Langson Musem is an opportunity to give back to the cultural institution at the heart of your celebration. Every private rental directly sustains the exhibitions and programming that make this place extraordinary.

• Spaces for 33-43 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

Yakiya is inspired by the tradition of Japanese yakiniku (tableside grilling), blending heritage with modern luxury to create a dining experience that is both elevated and interactive. With two locations, Pasadena and Hacienda Heights, guests can choose between Chef’s Prix Fixe menus—multi-course, seasonal journeys that showcase the best of Wagyu and seafood—or explore at their own pace with à la carte offerings, providing flexibility across a range of price points. Complementing the cuisine is a beverage program that highlights rare whiskeys, premium sake, curated wines, and craft cocktails, each designed to enhance the flavors of the meal while adding a touch of artistry and sophistication.

• Spaces for 12-300 Guests
• 6 Hotels
• 6 Ballrooms

The Huntley Hotel is an iconic luxury hotel located in the heart of Santa Monica. Modern beachside glamour meets casual urban chic at this beautiful hotel. The perfect blend of city and sea, casual and chic, and sophisticated and whimsical - The Huntley Hotel redefines California cool. The hotel is just steps from the beach, boasts a rooftop restaurant, ocean views and is newly renovated. From intimate social gatherings to grand corporate events, The Huntley Hotel Santa Monica Beach offers an assortment of beautiful venues for any occasion. They have indoor and outdoor spaces that place the cityscape and oceanfront within reach of your event or wedding. In addition to their spectacular meeting areas and special occasion spaces, The Huntley Hotel's luxury amenities will tend to the needs of any gathering. A perfect beginning deserves a perfect place. The Huntley Hotel Santa Monica is one of the best wedding venues in Los Angeles. With their upscale wedding space, ability to accommodate small ceremonies and large gatherings, an experienced and attentive event staff, and a prime location in the heart of oceanside Santa Monica, their wedding venues are sure to make for an unforgettable, flawless experience. Equipped with 5,000 square feet of private event space, meeting rooms and sophisticated venues for social and professional endeavors alike, The Huntley Santa Monica Beach is a unique destination for intimate gatherings and grand affairs. From The Penthouse, their largest space onsite, overlooking beachside beauty from 18 stories above, to The Sunset Lounge, a refined choice for more intimate celebrations, The Huntley Hotel provides a number of options for your dream celebration.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

With unparalleled beauty and flexibility, a wedding at Chalet View Lodge is nothing short of magical. Fifty-one miles north of Truckee and 54 miles northwest of Reno our ten-acre Lost Sierra resort was created exclusively for destination weddings or for those looking for a unique experience where you and your closest family and friends can spend a weekend together at your own private wedding oasis.

• Spaces for 1-200 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Farms
• 4 Total Spaces

Thomas Fogarty Winery is an intimate, elegant, and relaxed setting for memorable events, perched 2,000 feet above Silicon Valley with breath-taking views spanning the bay and surrounded by vineyards. While enjoying our beautifully crafted wines, you can take in the tranquility of our panoramic views and fresh mountain air; it is the ideal setting for your wedding, off-site team building or meeting, or the ultimate private event all while overlooking the twinkling lights of Silicon Valley. Welcome guests with a glass of our sparkling wine as they descend the steps to our Pavilion, a 4,000 square foot covered deck suspended over our vineyards, for an elegant dinner at sunset. We recommend our Hill House for events with both dining and dancing, or for meetings that have both content and dining. The Hill House is cozy and warm and is connected to a glass enclosed, covered terrace that provides breathtaking views. Email us to schedule a tour at info@fogartyevents.com. We look forward to connecting!

• Spaces for 300 Guests

• Spaces for 90-2,511 Guests
• 6 Hotels
• 4 Ballrooms
• 6 Total Spaces

Celebrate in Silicon Valley in the timeless wedding venues at Hyatt Regency Santa Clara. With a romantic outdoor courtyard and ballrooms complemented by award winning catering, our spaces are the ideal setting for your wedding. Discover the benefits of hosting your wedding at our hotel featuring customized wedding packages, special group rates for wedding guests, and Indian and cultural wedding planning specialists

• Spaces for 50 Guests

Trophy Club is the perfect place for an intimate gathering. We can accommodate groups with up 50 guests, with catering options. Experience our handcrafted cocktails curated from our extensive liquor selection, house dehydrated fruit garnishes, barrel aged liquors, aromatics, and more. We have a very extensive spirits list, featuring seasonal cocktails, delightful wines and bubbles, alongside curated bites. Our menu is ever changing. At Trophy Club, we pride ourselves on our creativity and hospitality. That extends beyond just our menu, but to our ability to discern your palate through conversation. Our ever-evolving, thoughtfully curated spirit list guarantees we will always have the pleasure of showing you something new. We are sure to impress and relish the challenge of one-upping ourselves every single time you visit. We may be hidden in plain sight, but our passion couldn't be more obvious!

ADKT is the new hidden gem LA private event experience, right in the heart of West Hollywood. This luxurious and intimate French-Japanese style restaurant, bar and event space captures the elegance and excitement of a decadent Parisian lounge atmosphere.