‘Tis the Season to Celebrate — These Top San Francisco Event Venues Are Perfect For Your Holiday Party

For a holiday gathering with an intimate feel — regardless of size — we love the Wine Cave and Founders Room. This indoor space, carved into the hillside, boasts stone walls and iron chandeliers. The adjacent Founders Room is the perfect breakout space to set up a Christmas tree or Menorah display.

• Situated in a private canyon
• On-site vineyard and hiking trails
• 50 free-standing guest lodges

For a large-scale holiday party, we love the Veranda Ballroom at Four Seasons San Francisco. The room can easily be partitioned, while several break out rooms allow for a flexible floor plan. This WIPA celebration took advantage of the spacious layout to set up a dance floor — complete with a performing ballerina and Santa Claus.

• Located in the heart of the city
• 5-star luxury property
• Staging and audio-visual amenities available

For a visually-stunning holiday celebration, we love the Rotunda at San Francisco City Hall. The Grand Staircase is a perfect place to see and be seen — as well as showcase holiday greenery. We love how this corporate holiday party featured a lit-up Christmas tree at the top of the Grand Staircase, creating a dramatic (and very ‘grammable) backdrop.

• Historic landmark building
• Beaux-Arts design
• 24-karat gold, 306-feet high ceiling

The Solstice, a 3,500 square foot modern-day farmhouse, is the perfect venue for a vibrant holiday soirée. The vaulted ceiling and exposed beams allow for imaginative installations, while the polished concrete flooring offers gobo lighting opportunities. We especially love how sliding window-walls open to two outdoor terraces

• Stunning views of the Palisades Mountains
• Award-winning cuisine
• Private cottages available

For a trendy holiday party with a neighborhood feel, we love Story on Union. Exposed brick, walled-mirrors, and wood floors create a raw and elegant ambiance. We especially love how the icicle-like pendant lighting adds the perfect holiday touch. A full kitchen allows for onsite cooking and catering.

• Located on Union Street in Cow Hollow neighborhood
• 638-square-feet of indoor space
• Full kitchen with cocktail/wine bar

The Barrel Room harkens back to the original 1870 Groezinger Winery with its wrought iron chandeliers and vaulted ceilings. Of course, holiday parties can still feature modern amenities, such as theatrical and task lighting. We especially love how hosts can choose between a complimentary hot chocolate or s’mores station.

• Situated on a 22-acre village-within-a-village
• Choice of two luxury hotels
• Unique recreation experiences available, including zen pools and hot air balloon tours

The Lodge, one of The Regency Center’s three private event spaces, boasts a fully functioning 1909 Austin pipe organ, stained glass windows, and dark wood-paneled walls. We love how this Yelp holiday party decorated the working fireplace with pinecones and candles for a winter-glam effect.

• Renowned example of Scottish Rite temple architecture
• Three levels of venue space
• Full-range of production capabilities

Viansa Sonoma’s spacious indoor venue features polished wood floors and a stunning vaulted ceiling. Exposed beams are the perfect place to string twinkling lights or winter greenery. Best of all, guests can visit the marketplace post-celebration to finish their holiday shopping. 

• 270-degree views of Sonoma Valley
• 33 acres of estate vineyards and 97 acres of natural wetlands
• Award-winning wine production

Guests arrive at the St Francis Suite through a hardwood foyer with stylish overhead lighting. An adjacent Study and Library provide breakout rooms for dancing or catering. The East Room wows guests with its wood-paneled walls and regal fireplace. We especially love how the ornately-carved ceiling features octagrams — reminiscent of festive snowflakes. 

• 35 newly renovated rooms
• Onsite event planning staff, including award-winning culinary staff
• Audiovisual services provided by PSAV