Rent a cocktail party venue in San Carlos, CA

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San Carlos, CA, United States

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How much does a cocktail party venue cost to rent in San Carlos?

Cocktail party venues in San Carlos average $91 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.

What's the best day to rent a cocktail party venue in San Carlos?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking cocktail party venues in San Carlos.

How popular are cocktail party venues in San Carlos?

Our local hosts have welcomed 151 people into their cocktail party venues with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.

How long do people rent cocktail party venues in San Carlos?

Most cocktail party venues are scheduled for 6 hours, with 30 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Cocktail Parties starting between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Reviews for cocktail party venues

Laura A.
Outer Mission/Bernal Bright Studio for Creative Events
who replied the same day. The venue space is very nice and classy--we used the smaller room for the food. We had a cocktail party for 45 and the space accommodated everyone very nicely. The art on the wall changes, but what we had for our event was very...
Darren C.
6,000 ft² Spacious Industrial Event Gallery - Full Venue
and idea for setup. During the actual day, the onsite manager David was of great help and went even further in helping us setup cocktail tables, providing water and ice, managing lights, and getting tables and chairs arranged. Much appreciated. The venue itself is wonderful and great for hosting holiday...
Cherubin C.
The SPOT – Fabulous Clubhouse in Mountain View
John is quick to respond, very helpful and accommodating. As you walk in you'll notice the center bar/island area which is perfect for cocktails and buffet style set-up with a great view of three tv monitors, while the right corner hosts the pool table that everyone wants to...
Jc D.
Modern & open industrial space + lounge and patio
the spot, I knew it was instantly it. The space itself is so gorgeous, and requires little to decorate. It was perfect for a cocktail reception set-up. Saskia and Sara were so helpful and communicative through the lead-up to the event, and made sure all of my questions...
Kenny D.
Versatile Downtown Palo Alto Event Space
pleasure to work with. Very accommodating and always there if we needed anything. This is the perfect venue if you plan to have a cocktail event with some finger foods. We will definitely be letting our friends know about this for next year's graduation...
Louise E.
6,000 ft² Spacious Industrial Event Gallery - Full Venue
She was creative, accommodating, and supportive in making sure our event unfolded seamlessly. The venue is split level which allowed for easy transitions between cocktail hour and a seated meal. The upstairs space is especially bright and spacious and was perfect for our 60 person cocktail hour. Her space also...
Angie E.
Tiki Bar, Pool & Backyard in the Hills
down to the lights in the pool and the beautiful sunset. Woody and Laura added to the party vibe as they made top-notch cocktails with a custom menu and made friends with my friends. Because of their warm and engaging personalities, they made it feel like the party was...
Melissa G.
Bright Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo
it was the perfect spot for our holiday party. The indoor/outdoor layout worked beautifully—taco bar and dining tables outside, with the bar and cocktail tables inside for easy mingling and conversation. The kitchen setup (sink + fridge) made handling extra food and drinks seamless. Highly recommend for anyone hosting...
Tracy H.
Fun Mission District Restaurant space with cool party vibe. Great for group events.
great night at Foxsister! Brandon and his crew are super friendly and really looked after us. The food was awesome and the frozen cocktails really were a hit. The atmosphere at Foxsister is fun and laid back, it was the perfect venue for our team party and everyone commented on...
Rick H.
Stunning Industrial Loft Space
Everything was exactly what we we hopped for. The space was perfect for our wedding cocktail reception. Valerie was extremely helpful and was always happy to help out with whatever was needed right up to the day of the event. I highly recommend this for a venue of around...
Anna M.
Warm bookstore and art gallery (Mission district)
Everything was great! We had around 45 people and the space worked out perfectly. We had a cocktail engagement party and the bookstore matched the fancy, celebratory vibe wonderfully. Maximillian was super helpful and provided tables and assistance during the party. I would definitely consider having a party here again...
Helen N.
Urban Winery Venue for Events & Weddings
Lia and family were amazing and easy to work with, and the venue was beautiful and perfect for our event. Highly recommend doing a cocktail hour style type of thing in the front room and setting up in the back room - the doors can be shut and allow you to...
Emily P.
Provocative Steel and Concrete Downtown Gallery
This space is so beautiful and was perfect for our cocktail party. The artwork in the space is simply beautiful. Carly was so wonderful and easy to work with. She was helpful in answering all of our questions, suggesting vendors, and was great on site during our event. I would...
Douglas R.
Unique, Spacious Estate With Breathtaking Views of Pacific Ocean
Thanks so much for everything, your house and hospitality was exceptional! Our 100 person cocktail event was perfect and you guys were beyond helpful! We will use this location again in a heartbeat...
Catherine S.
Bright Industrial Style Event Space - Main Gallery (Ground Level)
We were looking for a space to hold a cocktail party for approximately 100 guests and The Laundry turned out to be a perfect choice for our event. Our guests loved the decor, warmth and character of the room. The layout and the flow made it easy for people to...
Nancy S.
Versatile Downtown Palo Alto Event Space
We held a welcome cocktail party on the day before my daughter’s wedding. Communication with the host was always prompt. The space was perfect as we could use indoor and outdoor spaces. Salvatore assisted us that day and was the key to the party’s success. He helped me...
Sophillia T.
6,000 ft² Spacious Industrial Event Gallery - Full Venue
understatement! This space is amazing. The character of the building is charming and spacious. The art on the walls added some sofistacation to our cocktail attire event. We hosted our Official Heartblaster Clothing Launch Party here and it was a huge success. All of our guest were really impressed with...
Hazel T.
Modern Event Lounge with Game Room
Perfect space for my cocktail reception. The host was friendly, helpful, and easily accessible. The location has street parking and is walking distance to a market. I would definitely book this space again...
Maria T.
Tiki Bar, Pool & Backyard in the Hills
on support both before and during the event. Both Laura and Woody made us feel completely at home. Their tiki bar is unreal, the cocktails were amazing, the pool was perfectly heated, and the entire event space was spotless and thoughtfully maintained. Our guests (and we) were blown away by...
Lanie W.
Unique North Beach Gallery
My husband and I rented this space for our casual/intimate cocktail wedding reception with 60 guests last week and it was perfect! Andrew went above and beyond to ensure our reception went as planned. He was very communicative (via phone/text/email) and was very accommodating/flexible. He suggested reliable local vendors and...