Top San Jose Wedding Venues

• Spaces for 120 Guests
• 1 Event Space

About Us We provide the best service for you and your special guests at the Downtown Event Center. We accomplish this by creating a homey atmosphere. While providing five-star customer service at a reasonable cost. We are not your typical event location; our meticulous attention to detail and professionalism will make your event stress-free. Allowing you to concentrate on the important things. Making memories that will be remembered for a lifetime. It does not matter if it is a wedding, a board meeting, a quinceaera, or anything else. We recognize the importance of your event to both you and your attendees. As a result, we go above and beyond to ensure that your function meets and exceeds your expectations. Our knowledgeable team is ready to help you every step of the way! Step By Step Assistance: It might be hard to plan an event for the first time. Allow us to relieve some of your worry by providing step-by-step guidance during your event planning. Banquet Hall: Available for a variety of occasions. The hall can accommodate 120 people. Dinning Room: Food can be served in a separate dining room. Dressing Room: We have a make-up mirror in our dressing room. Bar: There is a bar area available. Catering: There are a range of catering providers to pick from, including Mexican, Afghan, and Jordanian cuisines. Tables: The function hall rental includes twelve 60" circular tables and two eight foot long tables in the dining area. Chairs: Your rental includes 120 elegant banquet chairs. One Stop Shop: We are more than just a venue; our years of experience have enabled us to form a diverse network. For all of the services you will require for your event.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a collection of gardens and research areas on the University of California Santa Cruz campus that totals approximately 100 acres in size. Guests can enjoy a truly unique and rustic setting for weddings and other special events at this venue. Take a look at our photo gallery of the venue. The gardens provide the ideal setting for a celebration, with unrivaled beauty and diversity of flora from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and California providing the perfect backdrop. The Arboretum & Botanic Garden at the University of California, Santa Cruz is the ideal location for your event. In addition to the South African Garden, the Garden has two outdoor spaces: the Australian Rock Garden and Picnic Area and the Australian Rock Garden. Our Gardens are the perfect setting for a rustic wedding ceremony, poetry reading, or family get-together. From 9:00 a.m. until sunset, or during the hours specified below, outdoor spaces may be rented. Full day fees are charged from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. After-hours services are billed on an hourly basis and require prior approval.

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests
• 1 Winery

Take a moment to imagine hosting your next special occasion in one of the most calm and magnificent settings that nature has to offer. You can host a gathering of family and friends at Hecker Pass Winery's La Vigna Event Center, which offers stunning views of gorgeous vineyards and rolling hills in a breathtaking location. The event packages at La Vigna Event Center are completely customisable and include everything you need for a successful event. We can provide a venue for your particular occasion. We are available all year and have all of the amenities you could possibly need for your special event. Please contact us for more information. Picture windows and French doors lead out to our expansive covered outdoor patio from our banquet room, which has been handcrafted with arched redwood doors, a magnificent polished granite bar, and picture windows and French doors. In addition to providing magnificent views of our vineyard and surrounding hills, the covered patio and open dance floor serve as a beautiful setting for lasting and memorable photographs. Make a lasting impression on your visitors by serving them quality wines from our custom-built Barrel Bar. In a secluded corner of the building, a tastefully decorated bridal suite awaits you on your special day. The cost of an all-inclusive event package may include meals prepared by a well-known local chef as well as tables and chairs as well as linens and overlays as well as china, stemware, and flatware. Our services include complete set-up, bar and table service, as well as complete cleanup after the event. We provide a comprehensive list of trusted providers to aid you in locating everything from photography to cake and everything in between. The personnel at La Vigna Event Center will work with you to ensure that the planning and execution of your event are as stress-free as possible.

Pleasanton Marriott offers event spaces for your next celebration in Pleasanton, California.

• Spaces for 16-100 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 4 Historic Spaces
• 1 Waterfront

Shadowbrook Restaurant sits on the banks of Soquel Creek in Capitola-by-the-Sea, California, where it has welcomed guests for fine dining and private events since 1947. The restaurant's origins trace to a 1920s log cabin that was discovered, restored over three years, and opened as a 50-seat dining room — growing over the decades to include a hillside cable car (added in 1958), a riverside deck, a wine cellar, and a renovated redwood bar. The venue has been recognized as the "Most Romantic Restaurant" in Northern California by San Francisco Focus readers. For private events, Shadowbrook offers four distinct dining rooms that accommodate gatherings from intimate dinners of 9 to combined receptions of up to 100 guests. The Owner's Private Reserve seats up to 16 guests; the Redwood Room, with its warm redwood walls and views of the chef's herb garden, seats up to 22; the Wine Cellar accommodates up to 37 guests surrounded by the restaurant's wine collection; and the Green House fits 38 to 60 guests in a light-filled space with stained glass windows opening onto the creek-side gardens. The venue hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, milestone celebrations, and anniversaries. Award-winning cuisine, customizable menus, and an extensive wine program are available for all private events.

• Spaces for 120-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Vineyards
• 2 Total Spaces

Fortino Winery Event Center sits on 30 acres in Gilroy, California, along the scenic Hecker Pass Highway — a working winery established in 1970, surrounded by Merlot and Chardonnay vineyards, towering redwoods, and manicured hillside grounds. Two dedicated event spaces accommodate celebrations from intimate gatherings to weddings of up to 300 guests. The outdoor Redwood Terrace features a ceremony area, reception lawn, covered stage and dance floor, full bar, and private entry through the vineyard. The Barrel Room is an indoor banquet hall — recently renovated with air conditioning and heat — with an attached outdoor covered space and vineyard views, suited for up to 120 guests. In-house catering draws on Italian culinary traditions, with menus offered buffet-style, family-style, or as plated dinners; the kitchen team also accommodates specialty menus. The winery is licensed for beer and wine service, with selections from Fortino's own cellar. Wedding coordination is available on-site, and the grounds include a dedicated bridal preparation room.

• Spaces for 20-400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Total Spaces

With 8,000 square feet of adaptable meeting space, delicious onsite catering, professional event organizing, and cutting-edge audio/visual services, Hotel Paradox ensures that your gathering will be a success. In addition to our sleek, modern ballroom and two distinct function rooms, which can accommodate parties ranging from five to 400 people, our sunny pool deck with fire pits and cabanas will add to the whole experience. THE BALLROOM IS 4,400 SQ. FT. IN SIZE. In addition to being available as a whole or divided into four independent sections, the Sequoia Ballroom accommodates up to 490 guests in comfort. Create an atmosphere of inspiration for your visitors by having images of redwoods engraved into the glass, which will provide exactly the correct amount of privacy for your gathering. 535 SQ. Cypress Room Our 535-square-foot Cypress Room, which can be expanded to include 200 square feet of beautiful outdoor area, combines the beauty of nature with contemporary architecture.

• Spaces for 50-130 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH) occupies a landmark building at 705 Front Street in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, California. As the cultural hub of Santa Cruz County, the MAH brings together bilingual exhibitions, community events, and educational programming in a setting equally suited to private gatherings and celebrations. The museum's rentable spaces range from intimate to expansive, accommodating groups of 20 to 200 guests across five distinct areas. The 1,200-square-foot Atrium offers floor-to-ceiling windows and a projection system for receptions and presentations, while the Kincentricity Garden provides 1,800 square feet of lush outdoor space ideal for wedding ceremonies and seated dinners. The rooftop Sculpture Garden — the only rentable rooftop in Downtown Santa Cruz — and the indoor/outdoor Garden Room round out the venue's versatile offerings. Each rental includes complimentary use of the in-house sound system, rectangle and cocktail tables, folding chairs, and one dedicated MAH staff member. Couples and event planners will find the museum's distinctive blend of art, history, and community spirit a memorable backdrop for any occasion.

• Spaces for 500 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Meetings & Events: We have 17 rooms that can seat 1,500 people, and our hotel's proximity to the San Francisco airport makes us a convenient alternative for corporate or social events. Catering and extensive A/V equipment are the finishing touches. At Crowne Plaza hotels, we strive to make every meeting a success. We recognize that every connection has the potential to inspire you, from planning to execution. Business Meetings and Conferences: We take modern business seriously at Crowne Plaza. Let us know what kind of meeting you are organizing, and we will get back to you with available spaces, dates, and costs — guaranteed — within two hours. Whether you need a venue for presentations, educational sessions, corporate team building, or just a wonderful place to talk about the future of your company, your meeting will be a huge success thanks to our adaptable facilities and MPI-trained Crowne Plaza Meetings Director. Celebrations: Throw a bash they will not soon forget. We have magnificent locations, reception rooms, food, and more to accommodate groups of all sizes for the momentous day, from small wedding ceremonies to larger gatherings. We also have quinceaneras, showers, family reunions, bat and bar mitzvahs, graduation parties, military balls, religious retreats, and anything else worth commemorating. We will assist you in reserving hotel blocks so that everyone has a great time. Leave the details to us, and we will take care of the dancing. Conventions and Trade Shows: Choosing the right venue for your convention or trade show is key to making sure your attendees will return next year in even greater numbers. Crowne Plaza's professional staff, including expert meeting and event planners, remain at your service from registration to the final reception. Our event facilities include meeting rooms, conference venues and banquet halls to host everything from educational panels to merchant areas, with all the technology and support you need.

• Spaces for 500 Guests

Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and California's only horticultural theme park, located at 3050 Hecker Pass Highway in Gilroy — about 30 miles south of San Jose and within an hour of San Francisco, Santa Cruz, and Monterey. Founded by Michael Bonfante and first opened to the public in June 2001, the park brings together more than 40 rides and attractions, majestic gardens, and more than 10,000 trees with an emphasis on local history and horticulture. The park's mission is to educate and inspire families, especially children, to appreciate trees and plants in a fun, beautifully landscaped setting. Its six distinctive gardens include the world-famous Circus Trees — rare arbor sculptures shaped by the late Axel Erlandson — alongside the lush Camellia Garden and the tropical Monarch Garden housed inside a 60-foot-tall glass greenhouse. For groups and private events, Gilroy Gardens offers multiple event spaces throughout the grounds — from the Creekside Terrace along a tranquil creek to the Events Plaza at the heart of the park and the South County Grove's open-lawn space — supported by an experienced in-house event planning and catering team. The park accommodates everything from company gatherings and school proms to quinceañeras, family reunions, and full park buyouts.

• Spaces for 150-350 Guests
• 1 Country Club

You've found a hidden gem in our hilltop setting, where fun-loving couples can celebrate in the midst of breathtaking Tri-Valley views. You can relax and enjoy being the center of attention when you visit our value-added venue, where we will design your customized experience for you. Our Amenities Include: There is a capacity of 150 people. Bride and Groom's Lounge, Ballroom & Vista Ceremony Lawn Terrace, Bridal Suite & Vista Ceremony Lawn Terrace One event at a time, with flexible start and finish times (10am - 10pm) There is catered food and a full bar on site. Outside catering is permitted; please inquire for further information. The following items are required: tables and chairs, serviceware, white floorlength linens and napkins in any color. The DRGC professional staff will take care of the setup and breakdown. Our Dublin Event Center in Northern California has a beautiful ceremony lawn with a view of the golf course and the valley, which is ideal for weddings. The lush golf course landscape provides breathtaking backdrops for all of your wedding party, family, and couple's photos, making it an excellent choice for outdoor ceremonies in warm weather. Our amazing water feature is a favorite among brides and grooms who want to take spectacular pictures. Look through our event gallery to see examples of previous weddings. In addition, we have a bridal suite and a groom's lounge available at our event venue. Given the wide range of weather conditions that California experiences, we have a number of ceremony locations for you to choose from on your special day.

• Spaces for 70 Guests

Create Mix & Mingle is a creative event studio located at 25 N Kingston Street in the heart of San Mateo, California, serving corporate groups, private parties, and community gatherings across the greater Bay Area. The studio bills itself as the Bay Area's go-to destination for unforgettable group experiences, offering step-by-step art sessions led by professional instructors where no prior experience is required. The studio hosts 15 or more hands-on event formats — from canvas painting and glass decoration to mosaic lamp crafting, tote bag painting, and terrarium building — and tailors each event to the group's preferences, including playlist, décor, and custom designs. An on-site wine bar offers beer, wine, champagne, and non-alcoholic beverages. Catering is available through partnerships with Rise Woodfire and Rise Pizzeria. Create Mix & Mingle accommodates a range of event sizes, with large-scale gatherings of 65 or more guests regularly hosted at the San Mateo studio. The venue also offers mobile event services, traveling to offices, homes, and partner venues in Burlingame, as well as virtual and hybrid event options.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

WEDDING CELEBRATIONS Why limit yourself to one day when you may enjoy yourself for the entire weekend? Venture is the ideal site to say "I do" and make it a celebration to remember, with several ceremony and reception locations and warm rustic accommodations for your guests. Why venture retreat center? - Get married in the midst of ancient redwoods and magnificent night skies! - More time with your guests: Spend more time with them! Guests are welcome to spend the entire weekend on-site, saving money on hotels and Airbnbs. - Less stress: Everything can be done in one lovely location. Your ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, Sunday brunch, and other events can all be held at our site. Did we mention that your visitors would be able to stay on-site? - No curfew: Unlike other venues that close at 10 p.m., Venture allows you to party with your family and friends into the wee hours of the morning! - BYOB: We do not have any limits on what you can drink (hard alcohol is allowed.) Bring your favorite drinks to save money! - Splash around in our pool, unwind in our hot tub, and play games on our meadow in the sun! - S'mores and campfires: Join us for late-night food and camaraderie over our campfire. Sample Wedding Package: - Exclusive use of the entire retreat facility during your stay - Friday checkin at 3pm, Sunday checkout at 11am - Indoor accommodations for up to 50 overnight guests - Outdoor camping accommodations for 50+ overnight guests - Multiple areas in our meadow & sun deck for your ceremony & reception - Commercial kitchen for you & your catering company to use - Full use of our pool, hot tub, and fire pit (firewood included)! - Depending on your package & needs, you can use our tables, chairs, string lighting, wine barrels, and more.

• Spaces for 110-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Gilroy Lodge on the Hill is a hilltop event facility perched above Gilroy, California, with sweeping views of the surrounding valley, oak-covered hillsides, and nearby wine country. The lodge is an affiliate of Gilroy Elks Lodge #1567 and has been recognized as a Best of Gilroy award recipient for event venues. Two banquet rooms accommodate gatherings from 50 to 300 guests. The Valley View Room features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the hillside and opens to a spacious outdoor patio, making it well suited for weddings, anniversaries, quinceañeras, reunions, fundraisers, and proms. The Mt. Madonna Room offers a more intimate setting for birthdays, baby and bridal showers, and corporate meetings. All catering is provided in-house and rental rates include tables, basic chairs, table linens, setup, and cleanup. A day-of event coordinator, projector, bridal suite, and bar service are available as add-ons.

• Spaces for 10-300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Total Spaces

Dream Inn Santa Cruz sits directly on Cowell Beach at 175 West Cliff Drive, making it the only beachfront hotel in Santa Cruz. Set against the backdrop of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Municipal Wharf, the property blends coastal California character with full-service event capabilities. The hotel offers 3,500 square feet of flexible indoor event space across three connected rooms — the Surf View Room, the Beach View Room, and the Sand Room — all sharing a spacious pre-function foyer. Together they accommodate up to 200 guests for weddings, galas, corporate meetings, and private dinners, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing panoramic views of Monterey Bay. An additional private meeting room, The Cove, seats up to 10 for intimate gatherings, while Jack's Patio, an 8,000-square-foot outdoor venue, hosts receptions of up to 300. All event spaces are equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi and state-of-the-art A/V equipment. The culinary team sources from more than 20 local Monterey Bay farms and is a member of the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch program, offering plated, buffet, and family-style menus with vegan and vegetarian options.

• Spaces for 250-10,000 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Outdoor
• 8 Total Spaces

San Mateo County Event Center is a 48-acre public assembly facility in San Mateo, California, situated between the 92 and 101 freeways and within 30 minutes of three major Bay Area airports — SFO, SJC, and OAK. Founded in 1926 as a small flower show, the center has grown into one of the Bay Area's leading destinations for consumer and trade events, corporate gatherings, festivals, concerts, and sporting events. The campus features seven buildings encompassing over 195,000 square feet of indoor exhibit space, plus 10 acres of landscaped outdoor grounds. Event spaces range from the 104,900-square-foot Expo Hall, accommodating up to 10,000 standing guests, down to the carpeted Event Pavilion, which seats 250 for banquets. The Cypress Hall, recently renovated with new carpet and sound-dampening walls, divides into three separate spaces for breakout sessions or intimate dinners. The open-air Central Mall provides an outdoor setting for picnics, concerts, and festivals for up to 5,000 guests. In-house food and beverage service, alcohol options, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a dedicated event coordinator are available across the facility. The center also serves as an emergency response resource for San Mateo County.

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests
• 1 Event Space

We are a non profit corporation. When the San Mateo Garden Center opened its doors in 1975, it was the culmination of a long-held ambition made possible with the assistance of the City of San Mateo. In order to generate, encourage, and preserve beauty in the community, the center will share gardening knowledge and provide opportunities for volunteers to engage in the process. We have a Garden Shop where you may purchase plants for your home or business. This is a fund raising venture that also serves as a permanent educational and horticultural propagation center for the community. Venue The San Mateo Garden Center is a beautiful location. We can be found at 605 Parkside Way in San Mateo, California. A spacious main hall with seating for 115 people and a smaller chamber with seating for 38 people are available to us. The bottom garden may be seen from this room. Tables and chairs are provided for the setup of an event. We have a kitchen available to our guests. Additionally, we have a lovely gazebo and terrace where many weddings are hosted each year. It has a beautiful view of the pond and a flowing waterfall. This site is frequently used for receptions, cocktail parties, meetings, anniversaries, and memorial services. We have three different event spaces to choose from for your next event, all of which include access to a kitchen for catering purposes. One of our event spaces is a Gazebo located outdoors which is a popular space for wedding ceremonies.

• Spaces for 40-150 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Nestled on a scenic hillside at 9300 Alcosta Boulevard in San Ramon, California, the Alcosta Senior & Community Center is a versatile event venue operated by the City of San Ramon Parks & Community Services. Originally established in 1992 as the San Ramon Senior Center, the facility underwent a significant renovation and expansion in 2007 and re-emerged under its current name. While serving as an active community hub for adults 55 and older during weekdays, the center opens its doors to the broader public for private events on evenings and weekends. The venue offers multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces accommodating gatherings ranging from intimate meetings to receptions of 150 guests. The Vista Grande Room — the signature event space — features hardwood floors, a shaded outdoor terrace with valley views, and a full commercial kitchen. The adjacent Gardenview Room provides a smaller setting for up to 60 guests, and a Victorian-style gazebo surrounded by rose gardens and overlooking a broad lawn offers a distinctive outdoor ceremony option. Audio/visual equipment and a portable bar are available on-site, and bundled rental packages make the facility accessible for weddings, receptions, birthday celebrations, and corporate meetings alike.

Site rentals are available at Pie Ranch for a range of occasions. Our farm welcomes retreats, conferences, birthday parties, and other special events in addition to weddings! The Roadside Barn at Pie Ranch is a nice indoor facility with outdoor tables and a music system for evening use. Our "Lower Slice" rental is a lovely outside place with a meadow and a rustic outdoor kitchen to use. We have a fully equipped classroom available for retreats and conferences. All weddings and events are held at our primary facility, which is located at 2080 Cabrillo Highway in Pescadero, California. On the gorgeous Highway 1, approximately 30 minutes north of Santa Cruz and an hour south of San Francisco, we are near to Ao Nuevo State Park. Pie Ranch's rentals help to fund our food and farming education initiatives. Please contact us if you would like to learn more about Pie Ranch for your next event. Vision, Mission & Values We Envision a World in which: - Agricultural lands are preserved and enhanced for generations to come. - Farmers have access to knowledge, land and capital to build sustainable farms directly linked to local residents, businesses, and schools. - All people have access to healthy food and know and value where their food comes from. - Pie Ranch's Mission is to cultivate a healthy and just food system from seed to table through food education, farmer pathways, and regional partnerships. - Pie Ranch's Values are Justice, Equity, Solidarity, Diversity, Inclusion, Commitment & Collaboration, Love & Respect, and Responsible Stewardship. Read more about our Values and working definitions here.

• Spaces for 500 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Long Branch Farms is one of Northern California's best rural wedding venues, thanks to its natural beauty and hidden rustic appeal. Couples have been marrying here for so long that their important anniversary celebrations are now underway. Long Branch's crew is well-versed in weddings and sweating the small stuff. Each wedding is as unique as the couple marrying, and inventive ideas for adding extra personal touches abound. Whether you exchange vows in a lovely rural church or set up an altar in the meadow, the real romance of a country western wedding will leave you with lasting memories. Authentic relics and attractive old western structures dot the land, providing idyllic locations for your wedding photography. The wide grounds may accommodate up to 500 guests for a fantasy reception or an intimate gathering of your closest friends. Dinner and dancing can take place in the Palace Grand Parlor or under the stars outside. As your visitors belly up to the bar, the original barn has been meticulously renovated into a delightful old western saloon that will please them. The games and activities let people get to know one another by breaking the ice between them. Because life on the Palmer family's farm has always featured a zoo of animals, pets are welcome. Only one event is scheduled per day, so you will have the entire team's attention while you are here, and any additional vendors you hire will have plenty of time to go above and above for you. Long Branch weddings are magical and the perfect way to begin your "happily ever after."