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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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Sheraton Sonoma County- Petaluma
745 Baywood Dr, Petaluma, CA 94954, USA- Spaces for 9-800 Guests
- 2 Hotels
- 2 Ballrooms
- 8 Total Spaces
Sheraton Sonoma County - Petaluma hotel offers a resort-like feel and stunning venues that are sure to impress your guests Trust the experienced Sheraton Sonoma County Petaluma team to manage every wedding detail - from venues to catering. The Great Blue Heron venue can accomodate 350 seated guests for an extraordinary wedding reception, gala, corporate event, or any other type of celebration. Several of Sheraton Sonoma County Petaluma's smaller venues are ideal for wedding events, including showers and rehearsal dinners. Work with the Sheraton Sonoma County culinary team to craft your special event menus that reflect your style and personality.
Santa Barbara Sailing Center
302 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA- Spaces for 6-49 Guests
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 2 Boats
- 2 Waterfront
Santa Barbara Sailing Center has offered private yacht charters and weddings at sea from Santa Barbara Harbor since 1967. Situated along California's American Riviera, the center operates a fleet of vessels — ranging from intimate Catalina sailboats to the 50-foot Double Dolphin sailing catamaran — so couples and groups can celebrate with the open Pacific as their backdrop. Two primary event offerings accommodate different group sizes. Private Catalina yacht charters carry up to 6 guests on vessels ranging from 27 to 50 feet, providing an intimate on-water experience for elopements and micro-weddings. The Double Dolphin catamaran accommodates up to 49 passengers and is well suited for larger ceremonies, receptions, anniversaries, and corporate gatherings. Both options depart from Santa Barbara Harbor and sail along the coastline. In-house catering is available on the Double Dolphin, with options spanning appetizer boards, sandwich platters, salads, and desserts. An onboard bar offers wine, beer, and ready-to-drink cocktails. Catalina charters allow guests to bring their own food and beverages at no additional charge.
Chevy Chase Country Club
3067 E Chevy Chase Dr, Glendale, CA 91206, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
- 1 Country Club
Every space at the Chevy Chase Country Club shows rich details and a variety of intricate textures which make for a stunning event venue. Our 30,000 sq ft Clubhouse features multiple locations that allow limitless event possibilities. For every celebration, whether a wedding, anniversary, birthday, shower, bar mitzvah, quinceañera, corporate meeting, luncheon, or office party, our staff combines professional etiquette with social grace, warmth, and kindness. CYPRESS HALL Chandelier lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, and crisp white walls provide the perfect canvas for your custom, tailored reception. The Cypress Hall is our largest indoor space and can be easily personalized to suit your needs. The Courtyard neighbors the Cypress Hall and is often used as a cocktail hour space for larger events. SYCAMORE RESTAURANT The Sycamore Room shows a refined elegance with a casual Californian lifestyle to match. Surrounded with historical images of the Club's past, there are endless pieces to gaze at. Cozy chairs and tables are already set up, but banquet tables and chairs can be brought in per request. Adjacent to the Sycamore Balcony and Kikuyu Lounge, these spaces can be combined to create a larger, cohesive space for your event. OAK GROVE Our newest event space nestled under an old oak tree will give your event a natural charm. Views of the Golf Course will be enjoyed by all. Events must start at dusk after the Golf Course is closed. KIKUYU LOUNGE This space is the perfect area for a small gathering or cocktail hour. Comfortable furniture provides you and your guests an intimate room to enjoy your special occasion. Adjacent to the Sycamore Dining Room, these spaces can be combined to create a larger room for your event TERRACE This outdoor patio may have the best views in the entire Club. Take in the natural beauty of the Chevy Chase Canyon while dining in the fresh air. COURTYARD The Courtyard is often used for cocktail hours, or for small wedding ceremonies. With a fireplace, fountain and gorgeous views, this space is lovely in any season. It borders the Cypress Hall, so your guests can easily move between the two spaces.
Halter Ranch Vineyard
8910 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
Halter Ranch is a 2,700-acre regenerative organic estate in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, California, situated along the western edge of the appellation at elevations reaching 1,950 feet in the Santa Lucia Range foothills. Founded in 2000 by Swiss philanthropist Hansjörg Wyss, the property preserves more than 90% of its land as natural landscape — vineyard and olive grove sharing the estate with oak forest, native wildlife corridors, and a gravity-flow winery with 20,000 square feet of wine caves. On-site, guests find the Estate Tasting Room and Restaurant Alice, which serves lunch crafted from the property's garden alongside estate wines. The estate also offers lodging accommodations with vineyard views, including a restored Victorian farmhouse, and regularly hosts wine dinners, live music performances, and seasonal celebrations throughout the year. Halter Ranch holds Regenerative Organic Certified® status, and its solar array offsets more than half of all on-site operations. The estate's combination of a working winery, culinary program, and expansive natural grounds makes it a distinctive setting for gatherings in California's Central Coast wine country.
Shasta Wedding
Castle Creek Rd, Castella, CA 96017, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
Shasta Weddings is a secluded mountain wedding venue situated at high elevation in Northern California's Trinity Alps area, approximately 20 degrees cooler than surrounding towns during the summer months. The property books as an exclusive-use venue — one wedding party occupies the ceremony site, reception site, cabin accommodations, and surrounding grounds for the entire weekend. Events run from June through mid-October, when the mountain landscape is most accessible. The venue includes an outdoor ceremony site and reception area, a community house, kitchen, bridal room, party patio, private swimming holes, hiking trails, and campfire areas. Cabin lodging accommodates up to 50 guests on the property. Tables and chairs are provided along with an in-house sound system. Outside caterers are welcome, and the venue maintains a list of local vendor contacts for catering, flowers, and other services.
The Grand
4101 E Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90815, USA- Spaces for 30-675 Guests
- 3 Ballrooms
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 7 Total Spaces
The Grand is a destination for weddings, meetings, and events of all occasions.
Arrowhead Ranch
480 Cottage Grove Rd, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352, USA- Spaces for 150 Guests
Arrowhead Ranch Retreat is a mountain retreat center and event venue set on a forested campus at 480 Cottage Grove Road in Lake Arrowhead, California, approximately two minutes from Lake Arrowhead Village and surrounded by towering pines. The property accommodates a range of gatherings — from intimate family reunions and spiritual retreats to corporate conferences and wedding weekends. A private wedding venue amid the pines anchors the event program, while a covered pavilion, the Chestnut Room (a large meeting room with fireplace), an outdoor theatre, and a full cafeteria round out the gathering spaces. Overnight accommodations include 43 cabins and lodge rooms ranging from bunkhouse-style dorm rooms to private king-bed suites with kitchenettes, allowing groups to host multi-day events on-site. The campus includes a seasonal outdoor pool, a heated hot tub, multiple fire pit gathering circles, a commercial kitchen, and on-site guest services. Arrowhead Ranch Retreat hosts weddings, corporate retreats, science and outdoor education programs, faith-based gatherings, conferences, sports and wellness programs, and family retreats year-round.
The Los Angeles Zoo
5333 Zoo Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
- 2 Museums
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 2 Parks
Every day and in so many ways, the L.A. Zoo offers meaningful opportunities for discovery, education, and inspiration. #LAZooLove Rainforest of the Americas is the Zoo's newest state-of-the-art exhibit, transporting guests to a tropical rainforest full of life. From the treetops to the rivers, creatures are crawling, flying, slithering, hiding, sleeping, and living. Detailed sculptures, educational graphics, and architectural elements create an immersive experience for guests, while specific animal highlights include amazing critters from piranhas and giant otters, to harpy eagles and jaguars. The Elephants of Asia habitat includes features that are dedicated to the health and welfare of the elephants, such as bathing pools, sandy hills, varied topography, enrichment opportunities, and a state of the art barn that is capable of caring for elephants of all ages. Elephants of Asia focuses on the rich connection between elephants and the cultures of Thailand, India, China, and Cambodia. The exhibit familiarizes guests with the challenges Asian elephants face in the wild, including their shrinking natural habitat, and gives visitors the opportunity to directly contribute to conservation programs that support elephants in their native countries. The LAIR (currently closed during Phase 1 of the Zoo's reopening) encompasses several visually stunning areas that include habitats for various unique and endangered species. Over 60 species of amphibians, invertebrates, and reptiles are represented in this assortment of living jewels. Each habitat is beautifully themed with hand-painted murals of damp and misty forests, rainforest canopies, red rock formations, mountain ranges and vistas, and dry arid deserts to exemplify the natural environments of the many diverse species.
Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden
1500 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA- Spaces for 100-150 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Garden
- 1 Park
Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden is a 4.63-acre public garden in downtown Santa Barbara, California, occupying the former site of the historic El Mirasol Hotel. Established in 1977 and often called the "crown jewel" of the city's park system, the garden features an extensive botanical collection of 75 tree and plant species, a koi pond, a sensory garden with audio posts and interpretive Braille signs, a low water use demonstration garden, walking paths, picnic areas, and a classic gazebo. The park offers a reservable event space — the Arbor Area — a lush grassy area framed by a wisteria arbor near Arrellaga Street. The Arbor Area accommodates up to 100 guests and is a popular site for wedding ceremonies. Admission to the garden is free, and the space is managed by the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department.
Weller House Inn
524 Stewart St, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, USA- Spaces for 110-200 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Historic Space
- 1 Mansion
The Weller House is a boutique hotel and event venue housed in Fort Bragg's oldest building — a restored Victorian mansion on the Mendocino Coast, listed on the National Historic Registry. Situated at the edge of downtown Fort Bragg with the Pacific just beyond, the property pairs a rich 19th-century history with a welcoming, unhurried coastal character. At the heart of the property is a third-floor redwood ballroom that once served as both a church and a speakeasy. The all-redwood space accommodates up to 110 guests and carries the warmth of its storied past into modern celebrations. The expansive front lawn and outdoor firepit extend the venue's footprint for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and relaxed gatherings in the coastal air. Beyond the ballroom, the Weller House offers 12 guest rooms spread between the historic mansion and its iconic four-story water tower — the tallest point in Fort Bragg. The venue hosts weddings from intimate elopements to mid-sized receptions, as well as business, writing, yoga, and specialty retreats.
Pala Mesa Resort
2001 Old Hwy 395, Fallbrook, CA 92028, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
Pala Mesa Resort is a 205-acre destination resort set in the rolling foothills of North San Diego County in Fallbrook, California — just minutes from Temecula Wine Country. The property combines championship golf, overnight accommodations, and a full-service event program under one roof, offering an outdoor-immersive backdrop for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. For weddings and social events, the resort hosts up to 240 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor settings. Ceremony options include a picturesque lawn framed by an antique bell tower and blooming rose gardens, accented by a 30-foot cascading waterfall. The Garden Pavilion brings together lush landscaping with indoor event space, while the Cliff Terrace offers a secluded, chandelier-adorned setting nestled into the mountainside. On-site catering is provided through Aquaterra Restaurant, with custom menus tailored to each event. The resort's meetings program offers more than 17,600 square feet of adaptable indoor and outdoor space, supported by A/V equipment and high-speed wireless throughout. Overnight guest rooms are available on-site, and a dedicated events team handles coordination across all event types.
Bella Luxe Loft
6081 Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA- Spaces for 120 Guests
Bella Luxe Loft is a gorgeous Boutique and Event Space available for parties, launches, art exhibits, weddings, photo shoots, etc. Located at The Promenade at Howard Hughes in Los Angeles.
Del Mar Brigantine
3263 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA- Spaces for 100-185 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
The Brigantine is more than simply a place where you can get some of the best seafood in San Diego. It's a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike, where they can enjoy a lively atmosphere and genuine sense of community. The first Brigantine opened on Shelter Island in 1969, with a vision that embraced the beach town lifestyle, a commitment to great food, and a passion for pleasant service. From award-winning fish tacos and freshly shucked oysters to classic filet mignon and their ever-popular marinated grilled swordfish, you can create a fantasy menu that your guests will talk about long after the event is over. For all of your special event needs, the Brigantine offers a variety of private dining alternatives. The Brigantine is the finest pick for anything from wedding ceremonies and receptions to corporate meetings and events, birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, and all other celebrations. Menus can be customized to meet your individual requirements.
San Diego History Center
1649 El Prado #3, San Diego, CA 92101, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
THE SAN DIEGO HISTORY CENTER, located in historic Balboa Park, offers entertaining exhibitions that will complement any event, party, or celebration. Our museum features a large Atrium, Theater, Conference Room, and nine galleries in a lovely and expansive setting. Weddings, cocktail parties, social hours, meetings, and fundraisers are all possible at the museum. An event at the San Diego History Center means celebrating and enjoying the company of coworkers, friends, and family while surrounded by our exquisite location. It is strongly recommended, but not needed, to hire a wedding organizer. You are investing in professional experience and peace of mind by doing so. Weddings are not coordinated on-site at the History Center. We're happy to collaborate with a trusted network of Preferred Caterers who are required to provide food, beverage, and bar service for your event. All of our Preferred Caterers provide our clients with the greatest level of service, adhere to museum catering regulations, and are properly licensed.
Victoria Gardens Cultural Center
12505 Cultural Center Dr, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739, USA- Spaces for 560 Guests
- 1 Theater
Victoria Gardens Cultural Center (VGCC) is a performing arts and event venue located at 12505 Cultural Center Drive in Rancho Cucamonga, California, within the Victoria Gardens lifestyle center. Opened in 2006, the $33.8 million facility was designed by WLC/Pitassi Architects and brings together the Lewis Family Playhouse, the Paul A. Biane Library, and Celebration Hall under one roof. The center offers event spaces suited to gatherings of all scales. The state-of-the-art Lewis Family Playhouse seats 560 guests for theatrical productions, concerts, and private performances. The 4,500-square-foot Celebration Hall accommodates corporate meetings, banquets, and private celebrations. An outdoor one-acre courtyard serves as a backdrop for festivals, cocktail parties, and wedding ceremonies under the open sky. Event services include exclusive gourmet catering through Premier Food Services, professional audio-visual capabilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, tables and chairs, a dedicated event manager throughout the event, and complimentary parking for over 1,100 vehicles.
Los Coyotes Country Club
8888 Los Coyotes Dr, Buena Park, CA 90621, USA- Spaces for 90-360 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Outdoor
- 3 Total Spaces
Do you fantasize of a wedding location with expansive outdoor areas and well built interiors? Do you dream of having your wedding on a gorgeous lakeside with a variety of landscaping settings for your guests to enjoy on your special day? Los Coyotes Country Club in Buena Park is a fantastic place to hold your dream wedding. The ceremony areas can accommodate up to 180 guests and offer a beautiful outdoor setting with flowering hibiscus and spectacular lake and fountain views, making them ideal for a country club wedding. Is it necessary to book a large wedding venue? While Los Coyotes is excellent for any size wedding, the Grand Ballroom's patio, which can accommodate up to 350 people, is ideal for a larger wedding ceremony. From an elevated vantage point, the terrace offers broad views of the groomed course. The Cypress Palm Room, which seats up to 200 people and has french doors that overlook the lake, is ideal for indoor parties or celebrations. The Grand Ballroom is encircled by floor-to-ceiling windows that provide a panoramic view, and the Mediterranean-style décor, high ceilings, recessed lighting, and soft cream hues make it easy to personalize the décor. The space can easily be partitioned to accommodate smaller parties! A fully equipped bridal suite is also available. If you're planning a wedding in the Buena Park area, make sure to contact the event staff at Los Coyotes Country Club to schedule a tour.
Shadow Lakes Golf club and Event Center
401 W Country Club Dr, Brentwood, CA 94513, USA- Spaces for 150-500 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Country Club
Shadow Lakes Golf Club is a public golf course and event center located at 401 West Country Club Drive in Brentwood, California, set against views of the 9th green and Mount Diablo. The facility reopened in October 2023 following a five-year closure, welcoming guests to a renovated 18-hole, par-70 championship course alongside a newly updated event center. The event center spans 5,000 square feet in a California craftsman style, featuring an open-concept floorplan with a full bar and indoor dining capacity for up to 150 guests. An outdoor event lawn and north side patio extend the venue's footprint for ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and larger gatherings, with the event lawn offering sweeping sunset views toward Mount Diablo. Shadow Lakes accommodates a range of occasions — weddings, receptions, banquets, fundraisers, golf tournaments, and corporate meetings — supported by an in-house catering team that provides chef-inspired menus for events of varying sizes.
Villa Ragusa
35 S 2nd St, Campbell, CA 95008, USA- Spaces for 650 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
Villa Ragusa is a full-service banquet hall in downtown Campbell, California, offering 12,000 square feet of flexible event space in a setting distinguished by European-inspired architecture. Marble columns, a granite foyer, mahogany bars, and natural woodwork define the interior, while a wraparound balcony provides views of the surrounding neighborhood and is accessible through French doors. Opened in 2002, the venue accommodates gatherings of 2 to 650 guests across configurable room arrangements, making it a fit for intimate celebrations and large-scale events alike. The surrounding area of downtown Campbell adds a small-town character and walkable boutique district to the experience. Villa Ragusa provides onsite catering with customizable menus covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and hors d'oeuvres, and also welcomes outside caterers — one of the few banquet halls in the area to offer that flexibility. The in-house team includes experienced events managers, catering professionals, and serving staff. The venue hosts weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, holiday parties, reunions, anniversaries, and birthday parties.
San Diego Boat Tours
2240 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, USA- Spaces for 50-100 Guests
- 1 Boat
The personalized San Diego Yacht Charters and Rentals for all sizes of groups are intimate, private, and memorable. They are available for a variety of occasions, including San Diego sightseeing, whale-watching, weddings, night champagne charters, receptions, birthday parties, surprise engagements, and much more. Create cherished memories on a private yacht that will be remembered for years to come.... It is possible to enjoy the ocean in San Diego all year round because of the ideal climate. After a brief orientation, you will board the boat and set sail for San Diego Bay, where your tour will begin. Our fleet of yachts for charter includes both power and sailing yachts. Bring your camera because there will be plenty of wildlife (sea lions, birds, and so on), beautiful scenery, and many San Diego attractions to see. Whale watching tours are popular during the Gray Whale migration, which passes through San Diego from December to March each year, and are available year round. Come out for a whale watching tour during the summer months to see the Blue Whales in their natural habitat. Please let us know if you require any special arrangements, such as a videographer, a guitarist, flowers, ice carving, boarding photographs, or anything else that you may require. The majority of what you desire can be arranged, and we can make your outing a memorable one. We work hard to make your yacht cruise everything you want it to be, whether it's a large corporation outing or a romantic cruise for two. Please make your reservation for your San Diego charter yacht as soon as possible because available slots can fill up quickly, especially on popular days such as weekends and holidays. Some tours, such as whale watching, are only available during specific seasons. If you find yourself in need of a charter boat at the last minute, we will do everything we can to accommodate you. At any given time, we may have several yachts out on the water, each catering to a different type of client's specific desire. We have yachts of all sizes, as well as a custom-built vessel to meet your specific requirements. You can either participate in the navigation of the vessel or sit back and let your Coast Guard-licensed captain handle it. A host is usually included in the cost of the San Diego yacht rental, who will assist you with whatever you may require. We've discovered that our charter guests appreciate the extra special treatment! If your group requires refreshments, it is possible to arrange for catering.
Villa Royale Inn
1620 S Indian Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92264, USA- Spaces for 100 Guests
A Palm Springs fixture since 1947, Villa Royale is an adults-only boutique hotel and event destination spread across 3.5 acres at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains in the Coachella Valley. The property was originally established by Evelyn Pell and quickly became a celebrated retreat during Hollywood's Golden Age, welcoming guests who appreciated its combination of California architecture, curated vintage furnishings, and a collection of original commissioned artwork spanning decades. Today, Villa Royale comprises 37 individually designed villas — ranging from cozy Capri guestrooms to two-bedroom Impala suites — alongside three pools, multiple courtyards fragrant with citrus, jasmine, and lavender, and a 33,000-square-foot open-air grassy terrace suited for weddings, open-sky dinners, and entertainment functions of any style. Full property buyout is available for groups seeking exclusive use of the entire grounds and accommodations. Del Rey, the on-site restaurant and bar, brings "Desert Modern" cuisine to the property with Spanish and Mediterranean-inspired tapas, an eight-seat oak and marble bar, tufted vinyl booths, and an outdoor terrace with a fire pit. Events are coordinated by a dedicated team through a request-for-proposal process.