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from$85/hr
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA

South of Market, San Francisco, CA

4.9(107)
Venue capacity icon60

Gallery

An event rental space located at 6th and Howard in San Francisco’s vibrant SoMa district.The 900 square feet space is available to rent for private or public events also has been used for film screenings and workshops and pop up galleries. We are a short...
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from$499/hr
2,600+ ft² Industrial-Modern Museum Space in the Heart of SOMA ($499/h before 5pm)

SoMa, San Francisco, CA

4.9(31)
Venue capacity icon110

Museum

...floorplan) Walking distance to Moscone Convention Center Easy transit access via Muni and BART, with parking garages nearby Access to historical bookbinding exhibits and rotating exhibitions On-site catering preparation space On-site facility manager Amenities include: 70 folding chairs 5 highboy tables...
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from$250/hr
Urban Museum in the Heart of the City | Tenderloin Museum

Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA

4.8(11)
Venue capacity icon120

Museum

...counter space, located near downtown (about a five minute walk). The entire museum is available for guest use, including the retail area, exhibition space, storage area, and scullery. We're located on the ground floor, and have male, female, gender neutral, and wheel chair accessible...
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from$375/hr
Bright, Airy SOMA Space for Breakout or Popup (800 ft²)

SoMa, San Francisco, CA

4.8(41)
Venue capacity icon30

Museum

...museum is perfect for pop-ups, break-outs, and small meetings. The space is available during business hours; it adjoins the museum exhibit area. (Note: after 5pm rentals are for the entire venue -only.) Please note: this is a shared space. Please inquire about additional...
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from$700/hr
Large Downtown Event Space Area 1 block from Moscone, 2 blocks from Union Square

SoMa, San Francisco, CA

5.0(3)
Venue capacity icon215

Event Space

...The Center provides space for exhibits, performances, special events, and business and community gatherings. The Center boasts thoroughly modern interior spaces punctuated with beautiful antiquities, decor, and cultural artifacts. It is located beside Bloomingdales and Westfield Mall and is across 5th & Mission Parking Garage. The...
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from$125/hr
Creative Writing Workshop Space, Downtown, Urban, Conference Style, Roomy - S3 | Rae Studios

Union Square, San Francisco, CA

5.0(45)
Venue capacity icon10

Conference Room

Welcome to Rae Studios. This is our creative working space. Our most popular space for the SF market. Includes a conference table that seats 10ppl, smart TV, white board, projector, window-side 3-piece coffee nook, tea and coffee bar and electronic station. The perfect modern space...
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from$85/hr
Peaceful Victorian Flat in Hayes Valley

Western Addition, San Francisco, CA

5.0(46)
Venue capacity icon40

Flat

A beautiful Victorian building in Hayes Valley. Our space is flexible, unique, and perfect for meetings, conferences and workshops. It has three rooms. The sunny Sky room (33' x 13') has high ceilings, tall windows, and hardwood floors. It can accommodate up to 34 classroom...
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from$500/hr
Light filled Voluminous Exhibition space in the Mission

Mission District, San Francisco, CA

4.9(9)
Venue capacity icon100

Event Space

...One-of-a-kind exhibition space in the Mission between Tartine manufactory and Dandelion Chocolate factory. Incredibly flexible space for production, photoshoots, staging, retail pop-ups, product launches. Full commercial kitchen, cafe and central hall with direct street access. Multiple break-out rooms available. Some...
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from$350/hr
Experimental Sound and Art Space

Mission District, San Francisco, CA

4.6(28)
Venue capacity icon250

Meeting Room

...OF SPACE Industry events (Dropbox, Red Bull, San Francisco International Film Festival) Retail pop ups and design showcases (Cuyana, Louis Poulsen, InCase) Exhibitions, film and photo shoots (Facebook , SFMOMA, Mindvalley) Multiple day workshops and meetings (Minerva, Meditronic, HelloMD) Dinners and weddings (we recommend...
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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2024.

Host an unforgettable event at San Francisco exhibit halls

Looking for a place to showcase your art or products in the Bay Area? Exhibit halls serve as fantastic venues to make a statement and leave a lasting impression. From mounting a gallery show to launching a new product line, having the right exhibition space in San Francisco can make all the difference. At its core, an exhibit hall is a space for people to showcase items like artwork, products, artifacts, and more in order to attract visitors and interested buyers. This kind of venue provides a great opportunity to run sales events or workshops, while providing a more controlled environment than a standard marketplace. Not to mention, you can also rent an exhibition space in San Francisco for networking events or mixers, crowdfunding campaigns to raise funds for a project, and trade shows or industry conventions.

Discover unique places to host an exhibition in San Francisco

The City by the Bay is home to a wealth of exhibit halls perfect for hosting an incredible event. From breathtaking waterfront galleries to hip warehouse spaces, there's no shortage of exceptional location options. At South of Market, you’ll find some of the city's most modern exhibit halls. In fact, creatives from all walks of life flock to the area for its wide selection of contemporary galleries and flexible event venues. Likewise, the Mission District is a vibrant neighborhood packed with spacious exhibit halls ideal for both indoor and outdoor events. As for low-key spots, head North Beach for charming exhibition spaces in addition to mesmerizing views of the bay, as well as Victorian-style architecture and cobblestone streets. Whichever part of San Francisco you find yourself in, you’ll encounter a diverse range of impressive venues to make your exhibition stand out from all others.

Book a stunning exhibition venue rental in San Francisco

When you're in the market for an exhibition space in San Francisco, it's important to consider location. Different neighborhoods are better suited for different purposes — for example, if you’re looking for a more artsy atmosphere, the Mission could be a good choice. As for places with abundant daily foot traffic, consider somewhere downtown like Union Square. Also, it’s recommended to have an idea of the size and layout of your ideal exhibit hall before you start searching. The exhibition space should be able to accommodate all your needs and provide enough room to showcase your products or artwork. At the end of the day, hosting an exhibit in San Francisco can be an effective way to get your work out into the public space.

Reviews for exhibit halls

Julie E.
Urban Museum in the Heart of the City
we had to run a little late and were very pleasant to work with. The space is wonderful for an intimate event and the exhibits are well done and very interesting! Would absolutely recommend them...
Manolo S.
Peaceful Victorian Flat in Hayes Valley
respond to my messages which is always appreciated and helpful when finding a spot for an event. This place is also perfect for an exhibit so if you’re an artist and looking for a place to either create or display your work, this place is perfect for you. Barbara...
Zander D.
Open Concept Gallery in the Heart of the Castro!
to lay out food and drinks in an out of the way, yet easily accessible location. Lastly, Kalie does a fantastic job curating art exhibits and we had numerous guests admiring the art on the walls and inquiring more about the artists who created the pieces during the event...
Jennifer S.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
work with. She's very communicative, flexible, and just a joy to be around. The space itself is the perfect size for the photography exhibit that I hosted, and looks beautiful with the open drapes and lovely bench in the center. I thoroughly enjoyed hosting my exhibition here and had...
Jing O.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
We had our first art exhibition show in this lovely gallery. Laura was a friendly and flexible hoster, also a thoughtful person who gave us a lot of good advice. We had a very successful event. I definitely will book again and recommend here to all my artist friends...
Lea D.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
Perfect space for a pop-up art exhibition! Great lighting, high walls, good volumes, and convenient location. The gallery feels both intimate and professional. Laura is a wonderful host: super responsive and accommodating, she will make sure you have everything you need before your event. Great experience...
Derek F.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
Laura was very welcoming and an awesome host. The space was perfect for Art Exhibit. Would definitely consider booking again...
Raissa S.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
Laura was amazing! Guests, models and myself liked the space. Our African Art exhibit was fantastic. I would love to book it again...