Top San Jose Wedding Venues

• 2 Wedding Albums
• Spaces for 300-400 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces

Marin Art and Garden Center has been named "Best Event Site in the North Bay" since 1986, making it the ideal place for your next gathering. The Marin Art & Garden Center is a non-profit institution that rests on 11 acres of lovely, well-maintained gardens. Our award-winning indoor and outdoor settings, both indoor and outdoor, provide a tranquil garden environment that is ideal for any size event. Tables, seats, outside heaters, tents, umbrellas, an AV projector and screen, microphones, two kitchens with an ice machine, and more are all available. At Marin Art and Garden Center, you can have the wedding of your dreams. We have a wide range of sizes and ambiances to choose from. The Marin Art and Garden Center is a wonderful spot to honor a particular loved one's memory. Your meeting can be as small or as large as you choose, surrounded by our quiet grounds. The Marin Art and Garden Center's venues for dining, dancing, and having fun indoors and out can be used for a variety of festive occasions. And you don't have to do the dishes!

• 1 Wedding Album
• Spaces for 184-250 Guests

Weddings are memorable... at the Ranch there will only be one wedding each day, to ensure that your special day will be perfect! You could not ask for a better ceremony site with Point Lobos, Carmel River Beach and the ocean as a backdrop to all your photos. Ceremonies can take place on a lush green lawn, with a dramatic entrance for the bride as she crosses over the picturesque bridge and pond, or on our more intimate brick patio. The wedding reception and meal service are held inside the historic barns, creating an out -of –the ordinary place to celebrate. Our experienced and professional staff will be on hand to help with every detail. The Ranch is also a unique place for a Rehearsal Dinner...idyllic, truly distinctive and a great prelude to any wedding. The wall of glass doors on one side of the Patio Barn opens out onto the brick patio with spectacular views of the meadow with grazing sheep, Point Lobos and breathtaking whitecaps. The Patio Barn also offers a built-in stage and dance floor, and can provide your guests with a full cocktail service at its copper topped bar. The Large Barn, with its three-story high ceiling is spacious and creates a warm atmosphere for dining, larger cocktail parties, corporate parties, or other creative events.

• 1 Wedding Album
• Spaces for 15-125 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 5 Historic Spaces
• 5 Total Spaces

HOST YOUR EVENT AT THE FALKIRK CULTURAL CENTER TO MAKE IT MEMORABLE. Historical significance is one of the most notable features of this stunning property. Whether you are arranging a wedding ceremony, a celebration, or a corporate event, the Falkirk Cultural Center, with its ancient home, greenhouse, and lovely gardens, is an excellent choice. The perfect place for your perfect day will be found no matter what type of event or celebration you're planning. We look forward to assisting you in making your occasion one to remember. With the help of the University of California Marin Master Gardeners and the City of San Rafael, the University of California Marin Master Gardeners established demonstration gardens, which include the Under Oaks Garden, Habitat Garden, Beneficial Garden, Lathe House Garden, Succulent Garden, Five Mediterranean Climate Zone Garden, and the most recently added Herb and Bee Garden. We can assist you with hosting a wide range of events on your premises, including: Exhibits of Visual Arts Parties for Children's Birthdays Celebrations of Life Events at the company Culinary and Beverage Events at the company Customer Appreciation Events Family Reunions are a common occurrence. Festivals\sFundraisers Parties and meetings throughout the holidays The Release of an Album Releases Music Recitals Parties and celebrations are a common occurrence. Product Launches are a common occurrence. Retirement Receptions Seminars Weddings, engagements, and much more

• 1 Wedding Album
• Spaces for 50-300 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Total Spaces

Perched on a hillside in the Carmel Highlands with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Highlands Inn combines true Carmel luxury with an approachable and sophisticated spirit. A haven for artists and discerning travelers since its opening in 1917, Highlands Inn features 48 luxuriously renovated guest rooms, including 11 suites, 32 ocean view rooms, and five garden view rooms.

• 1 Wedding Album

Reserve a location for a get together at a scenic Marin County park. Advance reservations are required for groups of 20 or more. Use permits may also be required. Hal Brown Park at Creekside McInnis Park McNears Beach Park Paradise Beach Park Stafford Lake Park

• 2 Wedding Albums
• Spaces for 350 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

Deer Park Villa is pleased to welcome you to the Deer Park Villa Experience. The Majestic and Magical Deer Park Villa is a Destination for Enchanting Redwood Forest Weddings in the Region, Countrywide, and Internationally. With its enchanting Redwood Grove and amazing garden paradise, our award-winning four-acre wedding location is the ideal backdrop for the most important day of your lives. The wedding experience at Deer Park Villa is naturally built, both in terms of environment and planning, to create memories that will last a lifetime. Our new Late Night VIP Room is a terrific area to segue into an after-hours party as part of our wedding packages. For further information, contact one of our planners. Rehearsal time is included in your venue package and takes place in the Zen Grove. The old Carriage House houses our bridal suite. We are known for our Enchanted Forest Weddings, but we also provide outstanding and lovely interior accommodations. All year long, our venue is an excellent choice for your wedding. Every wedding is one of a kind. Deer Park Villa can accommodate 650 guests, 350 outside and 300 inside. Off-street parking is available at no cost. We strongly advise you to schedule a property tour to learn more about our location and to see it for yourself. Our couples have always stated that the images are lovely, but visiting the venue in person is quite wonderful. We are looking forward to meeting you in person and showing you around Deer Park Villa.

• 2 Wedding Albums
• Spaces for 10-200 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 5 Total Spaces

Bernardus Lodge & Spa is a boutique luxury resort tucked among 28 acres of rolling vineyards, orchards, and gardens in Carmel Valley, California. Situated against the Santa Lucia Mountains on the Monterey Peninsula, the lodge offers a wine country retreat defined by ranch-chic accommodations and a relaxed, sophisticated approach to hospitality. The lodge hosts weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations across more than 4,300 square feet of flexible indoor space and 20,000 square feet of beautifully landscaped outdoor grounds — including an estate vineyard. Event spaces range from the 2,160-square-foot Meritage Ballroom, with 22-foot vaulted ceilings and views of the surrounding gardens, to the open-air Wedding Garden framed by majestic oak trees, over 100 varieties of roses, and panoramic valley views. Gatherings from 10 to 200 guests can be accommodated across the various spaces. Catering for all events is provided by the culinary team at Lucia Restaurant & Bar, under the direction of Chef Cal Stamenov. The team crafts handcrafted menus drawing on local wines and seasonal ingredients from the lodge's own organic vegetable garden.

• 2 Wedding Albums
• Spaces for 150-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Estate
• 1 Ranch

Gardener Ranch is a 24-acre private retreat nestled along the banks of the Carmel River in Carmel Valley, California, within walking distance of Carmel Valley Village. The property unfolds across majestic oak groves and lush meadows, offering an exclusively private setting for weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions, and special events. The ranch has a storied history of hosting presidents, dignitaries, and film stars drawn to its secluded, rustic character. The property accommodates gatherings of all sizes across a collection of indoor and outdoor event spaces, including The Clubhouse — a versatile indoor venue with dining rooms, an expansive outdoor patio, and a pool and lounge area — along with five distinct outdoor lawn and ceremony sites. Overnight accommodations in five recently renovated houses sleep up to 51 guests, making multi-day event weekends a natural fit. When booked for a wedding or retreat, Gardener Ranch is available for exclusive use, giving groups the run of the entire property. The venue provides on-site bar service for all events and offers optional enhancements including guided hikes, spa services, wine tours, and fitness programming.

• Spaces for 24-500 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

Founded in 2003, Club Sportiva pioneered the enthusiast carshare concept. By 2008, our offering grew into a collection of high-performance cars and driving experiences. Today, we are a country club for car enthusiasts and an event center serving individuals, groups, and corporate clients. Our spaces are designed with flexibility in mind, offering a highly customizable environment that can be tailored to fit a wide range of events and experiences. From curated automotive displays to branded activations and interactive programming, we provide unique opportunities to elevate each event and create memorable, engaging moments for your guests. Corporate and private clients have access to over 18,000 square feet of venue rental, including a ballroom, clubhouse, board room, conference room, bar, lounge, and multiple breakout rooms across our 120,000 square-foot facility.

• Spaces for 60-180 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Your guests will love our elegant, well-appointed private event rooms and craveable Italian-American dishes—and you’ll love the feeling of knowing we have taken care of everything. With 6 unique event rooms that can be used in varying combinations, our San Jose location can host seated events of 10-120 guests or standing receptions up to 180 guests in one space with additional rooms available for breakout spaces. Whether you are hosting a big family celebration or a small corporate meeting, our private event rooms are designed to accommodate a variety of occasions. Our Private Dining Event Managers will help you plan a delectable chef-prepared menu and choose offerings for your private bar, featuring a selection of wines and handcrafted cocktails. Allow us to create the perfect room layout and add finishing touches such as personalized menu cards, house centerpieces and standard audio-visual equipment. At Maggiano's, we specialize in making every event memorable!

• 1 Wedding Album

Thank you for your interest in the Wedding Connection. With 28 years of planning and coordinating experience, we have organized events and have worked all over the Bay area, Santa Cruz County, Monterey Bay and Carmel Valley and even Hawaii and Southern California.'

• 1 Wedding Album
• Spaces for 50 Guests

Plan a beautiful garden wedding on the edge of the sea. Flowers, trees and ocean are your backdrop.

• 2 Wedding Albums

We have been offering catering services for over 10 years, ranging from drop-off party trays to sit-down formal dinners. Whether it is a business meeting, a small gathering, or a large event, we make sure that every detail is tailored to our clients' requirements. As you make your arrangements, our event planner will be available to answer any questions you may have. From the seasoned chefs to the polished service workers, our friendly and professional crew will work hard to ensure that your event is both memorable and flawless. Chinese Wedding & Vietnamese Wedding Catering: For events in the San Jose and San Francisco Bay Area with guest counts ranging from 120 to 500, Ginger Cafe delivers cooked on-site Chinese and Vietnamese wedding catering. Bo and Tuyen, our catering coordinators, will assist you with Asian food options, special diet and menu item changes, service style customizing and event scheduling, a menu tasting and venue tour, and answers to any questions you may have as you plan your Vietnamese or Chinese wedding. We recognize the significance of this once-in-a-lifetime occasion, and we work hard to ensure your satisfaction before, during, and after your wedding reception. Chinese Cuisine Corporate Catering & Special Event Catering: In the San Jose and South Peninsula districts, Ginger Cafe has over twenty years of experience delivering company catering, special events, and gathering party trays. From start to finish, our Sunnyvale-based corporate catering team will assist you: our catering coordinator will assist you with menu item selections to meet your budget and special diet needs, our experienced Chinese and SE Asian cuisine chefs will ensure our quality and freshness meet our high standards, and our driver will strive to deliver your order on time.

• 1 Wedding Album

The Oakland Scottish Rite Center is located on the banks of lovely Lake Merritt, just a short distance from downtown San Francisco. It is the ideal location for corporate meetings, banquets, concerts, and fairytale weddings, with seating for up to 1500 people. In Oakland, California, the Oakland Scottish Rite Center is a wedding venue. This historic building, which combines tradition and innovation, provides an exceptional backdrop for weddings and other special celebrations. Couples and their guests will appreciate the opulent furnishings, friendly staff, breathtaking vistas, and possibilities to create lasting wedding memories. Facilities and Capacity This venue offers a variety of services to help clients realize their wedding dreams, whether they are small gatherings or large galas. Their rooms, which range in size from 10 to 300 seated guests, can accommodate gatherings of 10 to 300 people. With seating for up to 1,250 people and full audiovisual capabilities, the Grand Auditorium is a remarkable location for nuptials. The Grand Ballroom, which can seat up to 720 people, is ideal for events with large guest lists. This 10,400-square-foot space features a sumptuous ambiance, a full stage, and two projector screens for clients to display their one-of-a-kind love. Services Offered The Oakland Scottish Rite Center is an excellent choice for wedding showers, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. The personnel at this location is eager to assist in any way they can in order to enable couples and their guests have a memorable event. Tables, chairs, dishware, and flatware are available for use on site during events. Furthermore, the team is pleased to collaborate with other vendors and suppliers to ensure that each client's dream wedding is realized.

Great Big Game Show, brought to you by The Escape Game, is a live-hosted game show experience. Two teams come on stage to face off in a battle for points and glory! Our San Jose location is located conveniently inside the Westfield Valley Fair mall near numerous dining and retail options. Whether you’re aiming to boost your team’s collaboration or just want a fun team hangout, Great Big Game Show offers a great mix of challenge, collaboration, and connection. Have a birthday coming up? Players celebrating their birthday get their ticket for FREE - just show proof of your date of birth in store. You’ll even get a special spotlight moment during the show that'll make this birthday one-of-a-kind. Driving Directions: From Route 880, take the exit onto Stevens Creek Blvd. Turn right into Westfield Valley Fair near Cheesecake Factory. Enter between Shake Shack and Eataly, then head straight to find us! Questions? Contact us at Hello@GreatBigGameShow.com or (669) 202-1240!

This unique oasis in the western hills of Santa Clara County is as elegant and refined as it is relaxed and inviting. With exclusive use of the mansion, you can fully enjoy the splendor of its marble fireplaces, crystal chandeliers, wrought iron railings, grand mirrors, and sweeping veranda overlooking the lush surroundings and the rolling valley below. Host something simple or a grand affair.

• Spaces for 15-500 Guests
• 9 Restaurants
• 9 Bars
• 9 Total Spaces

Play and party to your heart's content at Tipsy Putt, an indoor mini-golf bar and restaurant venue with locations across Northern California. Whether it be wedding welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, bachelor/ette parties, or after parties - we are no strangers to celebrating new chapters. The staff at Tipsy Putt look forward to welcoming you and your guests for great food, good times, and tons of fun. Whether an intimate gathering or a get-together with all your friends and family, sip, socialize, and savor the excitement at this stellar dining spot. From mini-golf to cornhole, Tipsy Putt has an amazing variety of thrilling activities for your most competitive attendees. With high-end facilities to match, your 10-400 guests are bound to have a blast as they celebrate you. Right next to the games area is a stylish sports bar with tables, chairs, and flat-screen TVs, as well as a vast selection of local craft beers and draft cocktails. Tipsy Putt also offers delicious, Mexi-Cali inspired, pub fare with individual ordering or catering options available. Hosting your wedding event at Tipsy Putt gives you plenty of support throughout the planning phase. From the rentals to the sound, lighting, and equipment for games, the team will provide everything you need for your special occasion. We can't wait to host your group to Drink Local and Putt Tipsy!

• Spaces for 800-1,000 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 1 space at this venue

Guildhouse is a versatile 18,000 sq ft. event venue featuring a modern-industrial aesthetic where vintage materials meet modern amenities. Guildhouse boasts 20’ timber ceilings, brick walls, polished concrete floors and a full bar. Our robust tech infrastructure includes: a gigabit fiber backbone, mesh wifi network, 4k video distribution system, and zoned audio with wireless mics. From teambuilders, to afterparties, to speaker events, to vendor events, to happy hours: Guildhouse has the space to bring your vision to life, and the tech infrastructure to make your event legendary! Our venue is located across the street from the San Jose Convention Center and has 5 large parking lots within 2 blocks. Guildhouse is the largest privately owned event venue in Downtown San Jose, and is perfect for convention satellite events, cocktail receptions, hackathons, seminars, and holiday parties. Recently celebrating 5 years in operation, Guildhouse has the experience and space to bring any large-scale activation to life. When looking for a centrally located and top reviewed banquet hall, Guildhouse is the best there is! Guildhouse has a front bar, a back bar, and multiple satellite bars to keep your event flowing, and includes tables and seating for over 500 guests. Guildhouse allows receptions to use outside food catering, and has street level access plus a small front patio.

• Spaces for 70-120 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Clara-Silicon Valley hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Silicon Valley in Northern California. Our full-service hotel is perfect for weekend getaways or business travel. We are nearby many local attractions as well as the Santa Clara Convention Center and just minutes from the San Jose International Airport and downtown San Jose. We are also just a short hour drive north to San Francisco or south to Monterey/Carmel

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Designed with modern elegance and ambient style, Era features plush VIP seating, full-service bars, immersive sound, and custom lighting. A cutting-edge DJ booth and flexible staging make it ideal for live entertainment, speakers, or branded activations. With a curated food and cocktail program and a dedicated hospitality team, Era delivers seamless, standout events—from corporate mixers and convention after-parties to holiday parties and weddings.