Top California Sporting Event Venues
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Choosing your sporting event 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.
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El Dorado Fairgrounds
100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667, USA- Spaces for 100-2,165 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 4 Event Spaces
- 4 Total Spaces
El Dorado County Fair & Event Center sits on 47.77 acres in Placerville, California, and has served the region since the fair's founding in 1859. The organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit and is entirely self-supported, operating without county funds. The fairgrounds host more than 60 events throughout the year — from the annual El Dorado County Fair held each Father's Day weekend to private weddings, galas, and community fundraisers. The campus offers a range of indoor and outdoor event spaces spanning intimate gathering rooms to large exhibition halls. The Mark D. Forni Building, the largest of the indoor venues at 15,360 square feet, accommodates up to 1,010 guests for seated dinners or 2,165 for assembly-style events. The Marshall Reception Hall (4,000 sq ft, up to 286 seated / 600 standing), the Organ Room (3,200 sq ft, up to 232 seated / 498 standing), and the intimate Corker Building (1,600 sq ft, up to 100 seated / 200 standing) round out the indoor options. Outdoor spaces include the 76,200-square-foot Main Lawn with an Apple Tree Stage, covered Vicini Pavilions, and several lawn and blacktop areas suited to festivals and large gatherings.
Hotel Diamond
220 W 4th St, Chico, CA 95928, USA- Spaces for 60 Guests
Hotel Diamond is a lovingly restored boutique hotel occupying a historic 1904 building in downtown Chico, California. Originally built by James Franklin Morehead, the property brought first-class elegance to the region with the Diamond Cafe, and its carefully preserved woodwork — which survived multiple fires — stands today as a testament to that heritage. The elegant foyer showcases antique furniture, custom woodwork, and etched glass, setting a tone of nostalgic charm blended with modern comfort. For private events, Hotel Diamond offers three distinct spaces: the Grand Dining Room for larger gatherings, the intimate Wine Cellar suited to private dinners and rehearsal celebrations, and the Cupola Conference Room for corporate and business meetings. Full-service event planning and on-site catering through The Grill restaurant are available for all occasions. A dedicated Director of Events coordinates each event, from birthday parties and company social gatherings to rehearsal dinners and weddings.
Aloft Dublin-Pleasanton
4075 Grafton St, Dublin, CA 94568, USAAloft Dublin-Pleasanton offers event spaces for your next celebration in Dublin, California.
Ripon Community Center
334 Fourth St, Ripon, CA 95366, USA- Spaces for 252-857 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
The Ripon Community Center is a city-operated event facility located at 259 North Wilma Avenue in Ripon, California. Situated in the heart of San Joaquin County, the center offers two distinct halls available for rental by residents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and groups when not reserved for city programming. The facility encompasses two connected event spaces: a Small Hall spanning 3,440 square feet with a stage and seating for up to 252 dining guests, and a Large Hall at 6,000 square feet accommodating up to 400 for dining. The two halls are joined by a full kitchen, a bar area, and restrooms, allowing groups to use either space independently or in combination for larger events. Included with every rental are 56 rectangular tables, 50 round tables, seating for up to 450 guests, dishware service for 400, coffee service, and a PA system. The facility is ADA accessible and available for weddings, receptions, community celebrations, fundraisers, and private gatherings.
Headlands Center for the Arts
944 Simmonds Rd, Sausalito, CA 94965, USAThe Headlands Facility for the Arts is a multidisciplinary, international arts center committed to artists, the creative process, and the creation of new, original ideas and artwork. What we do is only as significant as where we are. Just north of the Golden Gate Bridge, at historic Fort Barry in the Marin Headlands, a component of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, our site consists of a cluster of artist-rehabilitated military structures. Facility Rental: Conveniently located near home, but a world away. Headlands is a one-of-a-kind meeting spot for a variety of events and celebrations. Individuals and organizations can use our facility for classes, meetings, conferences, photo shoots, weddings, and other events. Headlands' venues are great for groups wishing to connect, brainstorm, discuss, celebrate, and think creatively in a quiet setting, just fifteen minutes from San Francisco and convenient to North, East, and South Bay regions. Our campus is located within the 2,100 windswept acres of hills, cliffs, coves, and beaches that make up the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and is housed within artist-renovated 1907 period army barracks. Headlands' renovated and re-imagined historic military barracks have been the venue of several events that combine great cuisine, wonderful people, and a spirit of community and collaboration off the beaten path (and off the grid). Studio visits are possible to engage with artists from Headlands' internationally acclaimed programs. Are you interested in learning more about the options available to your group? Room options, pricing, capacity, and other information can be found on the dedicated rental sites.
DoubleTree by Hilton Berkeley Marina
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA 94710, USA- Spaces for 450 Guests
DoubleTree by Hilton Berkeley Marina sits directly on the Berkeley Marina waterfront, offering sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the San Francisco skyline. Located at 200 Marina Blvd in Berkeley, California, the hotel provides easy access to the greater Bay Area via BART, Highway 80, and a complimentary shuttle within a three-mile radius. The property features flexible indoor and outdoor event space with marina views, accommodating gatherings from intimate meetings to banquets of up to 400 guests. Both enclosed ballrooms and open-air areas are available, and the hotel's event planning staff coordinate details including in-house catering and audiovisual services on site. On-site waterfront dining is available at The Berkeley Boathouse restaurant, which offers al fresco dining with Bay views. The hotel holds CHLA Clean + Certified status and is a certified Green Business, with accessible facilities available throughout the property.
Kirigin Cellars
11550 Watsonville Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020, USAKirigin Cellars is the perfect venue for your next gathering. Kirigin Cellars leases out its 7,000 square foot Club House and 2,000 square foot Barrel House Ball Room for individual and corporate events. Our venue is ideal for your next corporate off-site, holiday party, dance or musical performance, bar or bat mitzvah, anniversary party, or other personal or professional event. Weddings Hillsides of green. Flowers are lovely. Rows and rows of beautiful roses and luscious vines. Kirigin Cellars offers a variety of wonderful facilities, ranging from our enormous Club House, which can accommodate up to 200 people, to our 1916 Tasting Room, which can accommodate up to 30 people. Coordinators who are professionals. Excellent vendors. Staff is fantastic. Kirigin Cellars is the ideal venue to enjoy your big day because of these factors. Kirigin Cellars is accommodating when it comes to vendor selections, making our winery the ideal location for creating your dream wedding day. Whatever you can think of. Kirigin can make your fantasy a reality. We can host a lavish wedding for 200 guests or a little event for 25. Inquire about your ideal date, and we will tell you how we can turn it become a reality. Birthday celebrations, bridal showers, and baby showers, to name a few: Surrounded by lush greenery. Flowers are lovely. Rows and rows of beautiful roses and luscious vines. Kirigin Cellars is the ideal location for your next private event. Kirigin Cellars can accommodate small baby showers for 20 people to huge birthday parties for 200 people. Staff with experience. There are numerous facilities available. Packets that are tailored to your specifications and more. Kirigin Cellars will collaborate with our chosen caterers to ensure that your next private event is a success. Whatever it is you are thinking of. Kirigin can turn your concept become a reality. We can host a 200-person magnificent event or a 25-person intimate gathering. Inquire about your chosen date, and we will let you know how we can help you plan your engagement party, rehearsal dinner, baby shower, or birthday celebration.
Courtyard Los Angeles Hacienda Heights/Orange County
1905 S Azusa Ave, Hacienda Heights, CA 91745, USACourtyard Los Angeles Hacienda Heights/Orange County offers event spaces for your next celebration in Hacienda Heights, California.
Sbragia Family Vineyards, a Milestone property
9990 Dry Creek Rd, Geyserville, CA 95441, USA- Spaces for 150 Guests
Raleigh Studios
5300 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90038, USARaleigh Studios offers event spaces for your next celebration in West Hollywood, California.
John And Vinny's
11938 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USAJohn And Vinny's offers event spaces for your next celebration in Los Angeles, California.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael-Marin County
101 McInnis Pkwy, San Rafael, CA 94903, USA- Spaces for 100-500 Guests
- 2 Hotels
- 1 Ballroom
- 2 Total Spaces
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center is a full-service hotel and event venue located at 101 McInnis Parkway in San Rafael, California. Opened in 1990, it is the largest full-service hotel in Marin County and sits a footbridge away from the Marin County Convention Center and Civic Center, 15 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge and within easy reach of Sonoma and Napa wine country. The hotel offers more than 19,000 square feet of flexible event space across multiple rooms and outdoor areas, accommodating gatherings from intimate private dinners to large receptions and conferences of up to 500 guests. The flagship San Rafael Ballroom spans 6,064 square feet and can be configured into three separate sections, while the outdoor Culinary Garden provides a more intimate setting for smaller events. The property also features 236 two-room suites for overnight guests and holds Bay Area Green Business and State Certified Green Business designations. In-house catering options include buffets, seated dinners, boxed lunches, passed hors d'oeuvres, and bar service. State-of-the-art audiovisual equipment with on-site support, onsite parking, and dedicated event coordination round out the hotel's event offerings.
White Horse Inn River Terrace
42975 Sierra Dr, Three Rivers, CA 93271, USA- Spaces for 200-300 Guests
- 1 Bar
- 1 Outdoor
- 2 Total Spaces
The White Horse Inn & River Terrace is a private wedding and special event facility nestled along the Kaweah River in Three Rivers, California, at the gateway to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Set against a backdrop of the Sierra foothills, the property features multiple areas for seating along the river, planters full of flowers, ponds, waterfalls, streams, an open-air bar, and a large deck with a dance floor that overlooks the water. The venue offers two distinct event spaces: the outdoor River Terrace, which accommodates up to 300 guests during the summer months, and the indoor White Horse Inn, which hosts up to 200 guests. Both spaces include all tables and chairs, setup and cleanup, a sound system for the ceremony, and cake cutting and serving services. The White Horse Inn provides all food and beverages in-house, offering a full buffet or sit-down dinner service with a menu of fresh-prepared entrées. A guesthouse on the property is also available for the wedding party to rent.
Temescal Beach House
CA-13, Oakland, CA 94618, USA- Spaces for 24-80 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 2 Historic Spaces
- 2 Total Spaces
Temescal Beach House is a historic lakeside event venue in Oakland's Temescal Regional Recreation Area, situated along the shores of Lake Temescal near the intersection of Highway 13 and Highway 24. The structure was built by the Works Progress Administration and opened to the public in 1940, originally serving as changing facilities for park visitors and the original headquarters of the East Bay Regional Park District. Today the venue is managed by the East Bay Regional Park District and welcomes weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, fundraisers, and private celebrations. The Beach House offers two connected indoor rooms and a large outdoor flagstone patio. The Fireside Room seats up to 56 guests around a gas fireplace, while the adjoining Lakeview Meeting Room seats 24 and features large windows framing views of the calm lake. Together the rooms accommodate up to 80 guests seated or 130 standing. The wraparound flagstone patio — bordered by a vertical garden with panoramic lake views — serves as a popular ceremony and reception extension. Included amenities span a prep kitchen with refrigerator, freezer, and microwave; heating and air conditioning; Wi-Fi; a 65-inch television with soundbar; a dressing room; tables and 90 white resin chairs; and a dedicated 15-space parking lot. Events with hired catering must use the District's approved caterer list; a bring-your-own food option is available for gatherings ending by 7 p.m.