The Academy SF

Castro Speakeasy for a Captivating Production

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Castro Speakeasy for a Captivating Production

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20 people
2 hrs min
700 sq ft
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About The Academy SF

******PLEASE NOTE: HOURS FOR PRODUCTIONS IN THIS SPACE ARE 11AM-4PM ONLY****** Thank you for viewing our listing! Please be sure to read our FAQ, which will answer most common questions, before reaching out with an inquiry or booking request. **PLEASE NOTE** Artwork and decor changes periodically, and therefore there may be differences in the actual space vs. what you see in the photographs. The artwork and furniture cannot be moved except by explicit permission from management and may involve additional cost. ——————— In the heart of the Castro District, this gorgeous, one-of-a-kind private club location is perfect for photo / video shoots, receptions, client events, fundraisers, cocktail parties, off-sites, presentations, luxury activations, and much more. ——————— PRODUCTION FAQ Q:  Is there parking included, or a garage nearby?​ A: There are no included parking spots with the venue, and unfortunately, The Castro does not have a parking garage. We are located right on Market Street, and there is generally street parking available within 1-2 block radius. Q: Will there be a person on-site to let us in? A: Yes. Hourly rental includes a minimum of (1) staff member scheduled to be on-site for the duration of your shoot. Please be aware the staff person may not arrive until shortly before load-in, so do not panic if you arrive early and the building is closed! Q: How do vendors or personnel load-in to the venue? Is there a loading dock or designated area?​ A: There is no loading dock, elevator, or designated loading zone. Street parking is available or you may temporarily double park on Market Street for quick drop-offs. The outdoor space is below street level (down a few steps and through the building). The top floor lounge is up ~20 steps at the front of the building. Q: Can we arrive early? A: All load-in, set-up, tear-down time must be part of the hourly rentals. In other words, your rental begins at the time you enter the building. Please plan accordingly and book all the time you will need. Overtime is charged at 1.5x the hourly rate. Q: Is there WiFi? A: Yes, we have a 1GB guest network; the login information is provided by Peerspace upon booking, and can also be obtained from the on-site staff. Q: Can we tour the space before the shoot, or before making a decision on booking? A: Yes, of course. Just ask the host, who can provide a calendar link to schedule a site visit. ​ Q: What about music? A: We have a Sonos system, and the staff can help you choose a playlist on Spotify. Please keep music at a reasonable volume so as to not disturb our neighbors or other events happening on different floors.

Included in your booking

Features

Bathrooms

Dressing Room

Street-level access

Public Transport


Add-ons from the host

Host provided services, items or options. Available at checkout.


Location

Operating Hours

Monday
12:00 - 22:00
Tuesday
12:00 - 22:00
Wednesday
12:00 - 22:00
Thursday
12:00 - 23:00
Friday
12:00 - 00:00
Saturday
14:00 - 00:00
Sunday
14:00 - 00:00

Health and Safety Measures

We are very mindful of the guidelines and best practices for properly sanitizing our space before and after each guest, as well as limiting capacity to allow for social distancing.

Cancellation Policy

Standard 30-day

Guests may cancel their Booking until 30 days before the event start time and will receive a full refund (including all Fees) of their Booking Price. Guests may cancel their Booking between 30 days and seven days before the event start time and receive a 50% refund (excluding Fees) of their Booking Price. Cancellations submitted less than seven days before the Event start time are not refundable. Learn More

All Bookings are subject to Peerspace’s Grace Period policy which provides a full refund for Bookings cancelled within 24 hours from receipt of a Booking Confirmation but no later than 48 hours prior to the Event start time.
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