Rent a wedding reception venue in San Francisco, CA

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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through February 2026.

How much does a wedding reception venue cost to rent in San Francisco?

Wedding reception venues in San Francisco average $129 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $196, whereas larger venues run about $413 per hour.

What's the best day to rent a wedding reception venue in San Francisco?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking wedding reception venues in San Francisco. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Sunday and Saturday as these days are 18% cheaper on average.

How popular are wedding reception venues in San Francisco?

Our local hosts have welcomed 15278 people into their wedding reception venues with reviews averaging 4.91 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 96%.

How long do people rent wedding reception venues in San Francisco?

Most wedding reception venues are scheduled for 4 hours, with 39 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Wedding Receptions starting between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

Celebrate at San Francisco wedding reception venues

San Francisco wedding reception venues are the perfect place to celebrate your special day with friends and family. Whether you choose a chic venue in the heart of downtown or an outdoor setting surrounded by nature, you and your guests can expect an unforgettable celebration. Take your pick from world-class SF restaurants for a wedding reception to low-key spots for drinks and light bites. Ultimately, when considering wedding reception venues, think about what is important to you and your partner. Do you want a location with stellar city views, or an intimate venue for a small gathering? Do you need a space that can accommodate a large number of guests, or do you prefer something cozier? No matter your style or budget, SF wedding reception venues can elevate any type of celebration.

Uncover where to have a reception after an SF City Hall wedding

Looking to host a wedding reception near SF City Hall? Fortunately, you’re spoiled for choice because the area is home to an abundance of fantastic places, such as chic rooftop decks, spacious lounges, and affordable San Francisco restaurants for wedding receptions. As a centrally located destination, city hall is surrounded by a wealth of diverse wedding reception venues. For example, if you're on the hunt for a cool and contemporary location for many guests, consider renting out an industrial-style event space that boasts sophisticated decor and a spacious layout ideal for dancing the night away. You can even find cheap reception venues for a tiny wedding in the SF Bay Area, including quaint studios and loft venues. These spots provide a humble yet intimate setting for budget-friendly wedding receptions.

Book stunning wedding reception venues in San Francisco

Getting married in San Francisco is an unforgettable experience. From the gorgeous skyline to the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, the city offers a wide range of breathtaking backdrops for your big day. Whether it's a small gathering of close friends or a big blowout with all your loved ones, wedding reception venues in SF have got you covered. Imagine dancing the night away under twinkling lights at an outdoor terrace, sipping signature cocktails at an intimate rooftop bar, or feasting on exquisite dishes in a grand ballroom decorated with lush florals. No matter what type of celebration you’re dreaming of, you can bring your ideas to life by booking one of the many spectacular wedding reception venues in the City by the Bay.

Reviews for wedding reception venues

Katrina A.
Large Loft in the Marina for your next Event
Perfect space for an intimate wedding welcome party. Ample seating and space to move around. Loved the patio area. Lots of useful things - kitchenette, rack to hang coats, outlets, speakers, tv, etc. Was able to tour the space beforehand too. Anna was great to work with...
Brett A.
Gorgeous Historic Event Space Near Moscone Conference Center – Spacious & Versatile!
This was a great space that we used for our wedding ceremony and reception afterwards. Host was very responsive, helpful, and accomodating...
Carvel B.
Full Venue -Historic Mission Bar and Lounge (21 and over only)
this experience. Andrea was amazing to work with. Really flexible and extremely helpful. She helped us set everything up very last minute for our wedding reception. By last minute, I mean the day before! She helped us find a caterer and made the event feel really special. She was able...
Stephanie C.
Mid-Century Style SOMA Warehouse
Amazing space. Used it as my wedding reception. Ky and her boyfriend we incredibly down to earth and helpful throughout the entire process...
Felicia C.
Design District Villa with Multiple Breakout Rooms
want. Robert and Charlotte are friendly and flexible, very easy to work with. The venue is versatile and could easily be used for offsites, receptions, weddings, and more. Highly recommended. I hope to be back...
Kelley C.
Speakeasy, Art gallery with an Outdoor Garden in the Heart of North Beach.
We had a great time with our booking here for our wedding welcome party! Tibor was attentive and kind. The space was as advertised and our party really enjoyed the patio. We had a great jazz pianist and then they provided a speaker for us for our own playlist. We...
Kate D.
Modern SoMa Loft with Gourmet Kitchen and Industrial Finishes
This space was perfect for our little wedding reception on an unexpectedly rainy day in May. The lighting was gorgeous, the setting itself was cozy but classy, we had everything we needed and instructions were super helpful, and Chris was very responsive...
Brady F.
Downtown black box theater
hosted a small wedding reception here for 70 guests and everyone raved about how amazing the venue was. The owner, Matt, was very accommodating and responsive to inquiries. Our party was on a quiet Tuesday night so Matt opened up one of the theaters for us as well. The location...
Daniel F.
Modern 2 Level Lofted Space with Amazing Lighting
After realizing that the original space we chose for our wedding reception was too small I happened to discover this place. Wow! What an amazing space! We wanted to keep our wedding local (like really local) to our neighborhood of The Tendernob. It was so perfect. The gallery space allowed...
Shondip G.
Sleek Design District Gallery near Chase Center with Full Kitchen
My wife and I held our wedding reception at the Gallery. It was a wonderful space and a wonderful experience! CC and her team were extremely helpful, easy to work with, flexible, and supportive. The space was lovely and made our evening really special. Highly highly recommended...
Jen K.
Lovely 3,000 sf Farmhouse Style Space with Projector, Speakers, Table/Chairs for 60+
The host was great. The space was as advertised and we were able to tour it before the event. We hosted our wedding reception here and everyone loved the space...
Joy L.
Mission District Art Gallery with Roof Deck
The best hosts and venue ever. I had my pre-wedding reception at Daniel's gallery and it was amazing. I had so many compliments from my guests that I found the best venue! Daniel and Heather were very responsive and they made themselves available before and after the event...
Ting Ting L.
Psychedelic Art Loft in Potrero Hill
My husband and I booked this space for a wedding celebration party with about 55 of our friends, and we cannot recommend it enough. Alexa and Sean are INCREDIBLE hosts to work with! From the very beginning, they were responsive, thoughtful, and so helpful in guiding us through the planning...
Latasha M.
Downtown Creative Meeting Space
Rented this space for my wedding reception. It was beautiful and exactly as pictured. We loved the location and all the windows. I would recommend this space to anyone...
Steffi M.
Stunning Waterfront Studio with Sweeping Views, Natural Light & a Flexible Floor Plan
or needed more information. The space is such a cute area. They provided all the things we needed for the rehearsal dinner and wedding after party. Everybody enjoyed their time and the place was a good size for everybody to mingle...
Sara M.
Art Deco / Mod / Old Hollywood Inspired Event Venue - Full Venue
Payam was an excellent host! We loved having our wedding dance party at The Monroe. Payam was available to answer any questions we had and allowed us to tour the space prior to our event. His staff were kind and efficient, and the space was clean and welcoming. The sound...
Nikki O.
(21+ Only) Full Service Bar in Mission District - *Minimum spend required
We chose this location for our wedding reception and the entire experience was fantastic. Patty was kind and super helpful from the moment we booked to the day of the event. She helped offer ideas for food and music and quickly responded to all of our questions. Day of the...
Jaymee S.
SoMa Loft for Swanky Private Parties
Nate is fantastic to work with. He went above and beyond to make sure my wedding reception was fantastic. And it was. We have never been married before so I had a lot more questions than normal and Nate never once hesitated to take time and care to explain in...
Dominic T.
Bright Downtown SF Event Space | Creative Production, Wedding Reception, Fashion Show
We had a mishap with our original wedding reception venue that was set to take place after a SF City Hall Ceremony. We had less than 6 months to find a new venue, plan, and get ready to host us - luckily, this space was available! We are so lucky that...
Amy Y.
Gorgeous Historic Event Space Near Moscone Conference Center – Spacious & Versatile!
The place was absolutely beautiful for our son’s intimate wedding reception. It is so large that we were able to fit a sweetheart table, six long tables, a photo booth, a dance floor, and still had separate areas for the food and drinks. The breakout room was perfect for...

Updated February 19, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.