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from$650/hr
Oaxacan Style Restaurant Space in the Mission

Restaurantin Mission District, San Francisco, CA

Venue capacity icon60
...Bask in the Oaxacan Vibes with Art, Cactus and Instagramable Walls. Perfect for Birthdays, Company Meetings, Happy Hours, Holiday Parties and Art Shows. We have packages for any type of Event. Chef's Delicious Food will complement any occasion! We have comfy chairs and Tables...
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from$99/hr
Beautiful Event Space - Mission District

Loftin Mission District, San Francisco, CA

4.9(479)
Venue capacity icon40
FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Guests are allowed to bring their own alcohol • Outside food is allowed • Full kitchen • Cooking and food preparation is allowed on site • Speakers, Projector • Music Rules: Amplified music is allowed by connecting...
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from$150/hr
Custom Wood Paneled Gallery Space in the Sunset

Storefrontin Inner Sunset, San Francisco, CA

5.0(14)
Venue capacity icon40
Our space consists of an open ground floor gallery space that can be configured for a variety of uses. Visitors generally comment on how welcoming and comfortable the space feels to be in. Custom built lighting and amenities add to the refined feeling of the...
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from$125/hr
Natural Light-filled Loft Space

Live / Work Loftin Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA

5.0(4)
Venue capacity icon25
This is a large live/work loft space in the Dog Patch, and is a David Baker designed building. Wall to wall windows lets the light pour in. Meet and greet bar area, kitchen, and art on the walls. Tall ceiling provide a cavernous feeling. Large...
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from$200/hr
Brand New Gallery in SF Chinatown

Galleryin Chinatown, San Francisco, CA

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon80
Welcome to BlueStream Gallery, an artistic haven located in vibrant Chinatown in San Francisco. Our gallery space is the perfect venue for a wide range of events and creative endeavors. Whether you're planning an art exhibition, a photography shoot, a workshop, or a private event...
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from$150/hr
SOMA studio gallery

Galleryin SoMa, San Francisco, CA

Venue capacity icon100
...or bar services. No alcohol may be vended. No events past midnight. We’ve recently Used the space for photo shoots, Art shows and a birthday party...
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from$100/hr
Art Studio / Gallery

Art Studioin Bernal Heights, San Francisco, CA

4.9(23)
Venue capacity icon15
Corner location with large windows and lots of light. Great for art classes, working on pieces, or showing to clients. High speed fiber internet available for video conferencing. Split front door and sliding side door can both be opened for ventilation and covid safety. Located...
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from$55/hr
Flexible Event Space in Castro

Event Spacein Eureka Valley, San Francisco, CA

Venue capacity icon40
...nights, speakers series, as well as other healing modalities and practitioners. Could be good for Yoga or Pilates instructors, book clubs, art shows, photo shoots, conferences, or perhaps other classes and small-group work. In nice weather social gatherings can overflow onto wrap around sidewalk...
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from$39/hr
Creative Photography Studio in Historic Artist Community

Studioin SoMa, San Francisco, CA

4.9(120)
Venue capacity icon5
Please note that our hourly rate only include the rental of the physical space. Production equipment inside of our space is extra. Please ask for those rates if you intend to rent any gear. You are more than welcome to bring your own production equipment...
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Host unforgettable events at San Francisco art show spaces

Home to an abundance of one-of-a-kind art show spaces, the City by the Bay constantly delights professional artists and art enthusiasts alike with endless sources of creative inspiration. There's always something magnificent to uncover in the city’s many neighborhoods, whether you're into fine arts, street murals, or modern multimedia installations. For those in search of the best places to host an art show in San Francisco, you’re spoiled for choice — take your pick from grand exhibit halls and bright galleries to industrial warehouse studios. Even low-key cafes can serve as great art show spaces — imagine showcasing your paintings at a local shop while enjoying artisanal coffee and chatting with potential buyers. No matter if you're in the market for conventional art galleries with polished wooden floors or an experimental space hidden away in off-the-beaten-path locales, you’ll find the ideal location for your art show in San Francisco.

Explore where to host an art show in San Francisco

Between the iconic murals of the Mission District’s Clarion Alley to the thought-provoking pieces displayed in art museums across the city, it’s easy to see why creatives are drawn to the Bay Area. Not to mention, there are so many notable places to host an art show in San Francisco — for instance, you can easily find a trendy loft or gallery venue on Valencia Street. Head to North Beach — the so-called birthplace of the Beat Generation — to find unique places, ranging from modernist spots to bohemian-inspired. The Tenderloin could be a fitting neighborhood for a socially relevant art showcase. After all, its gritty yet captivating atmosphere lends itself perfectly to a photography series that exposes society’s underbelly. On the other hand, aesthetically pleasing installations and multimedia displays can fit right in at one of Nob Hill's upscale art show spaces.

Book the best places to host an art show in San Francisco

Art show spaces in San Francisco are as varied as the art itself, spanning from intimate showrooms to massive warehouses and everything in between. From traditional galleries and exhibit halls to offbeat spaces ideal for contemporary works, there’s an incredible venue tucked around every corner in SF — it only takes a bit of exploration to uncover these gems. Choose from cozy art show spaces where guests can mingle among paintings to grand halls filled with sculptures and installations. Whether you discover a pop-up gallery in Hayes Valley or stumble upon unexpected murals downtown, this dynamic city has the potential to ignite your soul and inspire creativity like no other place can.

Reviews for art show spaces

Thomas G.
Spacious Event Space in Photo Studio
Great Host. Great communicator. Answered all my questions for my art show. The night was a movie
Laura D.
Beautiful Converted Warehouse
had a solo art show here. There was wall space (brick walls) with enough room for 15 paintings, max 25x18 dimensions. The art hangs from wires attached where the ceiling meets the wall. Astra, the house manager is mega helpful. She really knows everything about the space and is...
Karen S.
20x60 Converted Warehouse Meeting Space
was that there were not quite enough chairs for everyone and it got a bit chilly. I'd recommend for a cocktail party or art show, rather than an all day offsite...
Katie V.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
rented this space for a pop-up art show/ birthday party and it was perfect for the event! I would definitely rent the space again and Laura was great to work with...
Daniel R.
Pop Up Gallery and Photography Studio in SOMA
Host was huge help to the art show I held here and had everything I needed at hand. Would definitely book again
Casey F.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
The space was perfect for the art show! Laura was very accommodating and extremely easy to work with. I'd highly recommend this space if you're looking for an art engagement or general hangout...
Daniel R.
Pop Up Gallery and Photography Studio in SOMA
both great experiences. She was flexible with time to meet and show venue and also to hand over the keys. She has great placement of frame holders as well, helped lots of other artists I did an art show with. She had many essentials prepared as well including speakers, paper...
Rocky G.
Iconic North Beach Gathering Space
This space is incredible. She was very resoonsive! Art Show with hip hop performances