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Netra Arts / Canvas and Cafe
3 miles from San Mateo, CA4.9 (12)
60 guests
Netra Arts / Canvas and Cafe. The space is big and bright with an array of beautiful paintings on the wall which give a vibrant and artsy feel to the space. The space is big and also equipped with a full kitchen so cooking and baking is allowed on the premises.
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$311 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Michelle Thomas Fine Art
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (8)
150 guests
Michelle Thomas Fine Art. The two level space has an art gallery at street level and an art studio at the garden level.
Work by local artists and designers is always on view on both levels.
The space is well suited to a
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$986 total
before taxes
2 hr min
TINT Gallery
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (2)
80 guests
TINT Gallery. Need an unforgettable space for your next event? Nestled in the heart of Hayes Valley, TINT Gallery offers a bright, contemporary venue perfect for fundraisers, corporate off sites, creative workshops, product launches, holiday party, and intimate gatherings.
Our 2,000 sq. ft. gallery is filled with natural
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$1,050 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Wessling Contemporary
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (9)
65 guests
Wessling Contemporary. Beautiful street level art gallery with clean lines and wood floors. Perfect for smaller corporate or private receptions, especially if you are looking for a venue with an elevated level of sophistication. Short walk from Moscone Center and Union Square Hotels, situated on a street filled
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$959 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Odyssey Art Collective and Gallery
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (5)
150 guests
Odyssey Art Collective and Gallery. This versatile two story event space is perfectly suited for a wide range of gatherings, from lively parties and curated art shows to professional meetings and creative photo shoots. With its spacious layout, private rooms, artistic ambiance, and convenient location just steps from Union Square, the
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$1,250 total
before taxes
4 hr min
BlueStream Gallery & Wine Bar
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (10)
70 guests
BlueStream Gallery & Wine Bar. 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, our
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$986 total
before taxes
Price incl. 2 hrs and prepaid menu options
Spacious, Elegant and Versatile Downtown Dance Space for Events
Central San Mateo, CA79 guests
Beautiful Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo, CA. This is perfect for productions and performances including presentations + keynote, corporate events, panel speakers, and receptions.
3000 Square Feet (50x60ft of blank walls)
18' High Ceilings
79 Capacity
(80) Folding Chairs
Tables
Benches with storage
Clothing hangers
Storage cubbies
Floating Stage
High Quality Projector
4K Wall Projector
Sound System
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$3,135 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Dance Studio, Meeting Space, Cultural Space in Downtown San Mateo
Central San Mateo, CA5.0 (2)
25 guests
Beautiful Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo, CA. This is perfect for dance, yoga and meditation classes, meetings, art gallery and presentations and photoshoots.
850 Square Feet
30 Capacity
Benches with storage
Wall mirrors
Sound System
4K TV with Digital Signage Software
Multi Colored LED Lights
LIST OF AMENITIES
Ipod/MP3 compatible and professional sound
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$767 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Buckham Room: Multi-Purpose Meeting, Event, and Performance Room
North Central, San Mateo, CA5.0 (4)
52 guests
Our "Buckham Room" is a flexible, multi purpose space that is perfect for larger meetings and presentations, or for intimate performances and receptions. It is located on our multi building church campus with a welcoming entryway from a courtyard.
The space has large windows and can be
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$986 total
before taxes
4 hr min
San Mateo Recital and rehearsal space
Central San Mateo, CA4.9 (8)
75 guests
Our small recital hall is ideal for student and chamber music concerts. There are 2 grand pianos on stage. Rehearsals, lectures, masterclasses are also possible.
Space is also available for art exhibitions as well as there is track lighting along the walls. Kitchenette and warm up
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$381 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Create, Mix and Mingle
Shoreview, San Mateo, CA5.0 (4)
70 guests
Create, Mix and Mingle. Perfect Space for Birthday Parties, Girls Night Out, Corporate Team Building, Fundraisers, Off Sites, Meetings and More...
We offer a fully customizable experience. You may choose to rent the space by itself or you can combine the rental with drinks from our bar and/or a painting class
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$712 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Open, Artistic Event Space w/ Breakout Rooms in San Mateo
East San Mateo, CA4.9 (25)
30 guests
Our beautiful event space is perfect for any social gathering, celebration or meeting (retreat). This spacious, light filled building has much to offer and will surely impress your guests, clients or employees!
Space Features:
WiFi
Casual seating arrangements: couches, club chairs, tables
Multiple HD
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$528 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Studio Anthurium
Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA5.0 (3)
100 guests
Studio Anthurium. Studio Anthurium Versatile Event Space for Any Occasion
Welcome to Studio Anthurium, the perfect venue for vibrant and memorable gatherings!
Our space is designed to accommodate up to 100 guests (50 including in the booking, additional guest for additional price), ideal for those looking
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$533 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Modern Chic Salon
Western Hills, San Mateo, CA5.0 (1)
25 guests
This beautiful 1550 sq ft hair salon sits nestled into the Crystal Springs Shopping Village in San Mateo, CA.
Originally rebuilt in 2020, the space was intended to serve clients looking for expert styling, esthetician, and beauty services.
The exterior of the studio showcases large windows that
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$657 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Art Studio / Gallery
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (39)
15 guests
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 near
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$120 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Contemporary Art Gallery
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (11)
250 guests
Contemporary Art Gallery. Formerly a door factory, this airy and spacious ground floor location is currently a contemporary art gallery in a large industrial building. The venue is located in the Design District/Showplace Square on Utah Street, situated among numerous cultural institutions in San Francisco's Potrero Hill neighborhood, and
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$1,600 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Little Raven Gallery
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (141)
60 guests
Little Raven 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 walk
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$317 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Sunset Commons
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (10)
45 guests
Sunset Commons. Large event venue with at least 9 tables, with more upon request
Small kitchen for serving prepared foods (tongs, scoopers, etc)
Commercial refrigerator, microwave, ice machine ( cakes, outside food )
Optoma HD142X projector (3000 lumens bright enough for full daylight) and screen (presentations, movies, videos, celebrations of life)
High
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$230 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Custom Wood Paneled Gallery Space in the Sunset
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (21)
40 guests
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 space.
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$657 total
before taxes
4 hr min
GCS Agency
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (1)
120 guests
GCS Agency. With 3,200 sqft total, including a 2,400 sqft open floor plan main floor and a mezzanine with breakout room, our corner unit boasts abundant natural light streaming through 14 ft, floor to ceiling windows.
Nestled in a vibrant neighborhood adorned with enticing restaurants and shops, and just
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$1,866 total
before taxes
6 hr min
Gallery Space with Backyard Garden
Serving the San Mateo, CA area50 guests
History of the space
Welcome to the 7th st Historical District! West Oakland is known for being a Jazz Mecca and the home of the Black Panther Party.
Neighborhood details
We're located 5 blocks from West Oakland Bart. There are a few restaurants on 7th street and tons of
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$511 total
before taxes
3 hr min
International Suite: Large Event Space & Gallery
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.6 (19)
200 guests
2000 sq ft space, that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, exhibits, and events. This Gallery space is a self contained suite, offering even more privacy for groups that require exclusive space for a long session.
A portable projector and screen with
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$420 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Chic and Airy Storefront
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (1)
45 guests
The available space is perfect for a retail pop up or an art show. The place is freshly renovated and has clean white walls. It could be one big open room with a hallway leading to the bathroom, or you can close the curtain off to
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$289 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Oakstop
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.5 (4)
100 guests
Oakstop. Manning Gallery Suite: Gallery & Event Space
A spacious retail floor space with natural light and brick accents accommodates events and conferences of all size and varieties. Features street level entry, hardwood floors, and access to other adjacent spaces for use as breakouts.
A spacious retail floor space
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$657 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Oakstop
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.7 (10)
75 guests
Oakstop. A fully customizable space in Downtown Oakland that serves as an art gallery, and event space. This space allows for various different styles of meetings and gatherings, movie screenings and performances, and the perfect place for networking workshops.
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$420 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Oakstop
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (1)
200 guests
Oakstop. Beautiful gallery and event space for team "off sites", workshops, receptions, conferences, exhibits, and parties. Rotating art series professionally installed as well as unique colorful stools to match almost any color theme. Plenty of windows and access to separate adjoining roof deck event space for an
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$712 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Oakstop
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (4)
100 guests
Oakstop. A large open retail floor space with natural light accommodates events and conferences of all size and varieties.
This space is setup as a gallery as well with beautiful art from local artists, providing a colorful backdrop for your meeting or event.
Features street level entry,
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$959 total
before taxes
4 hr min
To Ma Ro Gallery and Art Studios
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (1)
40 guests
25ft vaulted ceilings brick and beam // great morning light and great for a lecture or classroom setting. The building was established prior to ADA laws and is accessible only via a set of stairs leading up to about 1200 sq feet of open space
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$555 total
before taxes
5 hr min
inner Desires
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (31)
75 guests
inner Desires. Looking for the perfect venue to bring your vision to life? Our studio space is a blank canvas ready to host your next community event, private party, pop up shop, or creative gathering. With an open floor plan, modern amenities, and endless customization possibilities, it's the
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$555 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Sawmill Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (208)
20 guests
Sawmill Studio. Large industrial studio loft run by artist and interior/prop stylist. 1800sf flex space featuring exposed brick walls, hand painted details and original artwork. 10' ceilings, concrete floors, large windows, full kitchen and bath. Long marble conference/dining table, huge flat screen monitor and comfy furniture. 2 free
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$682 total
before taxes
3 hr min
The Oakland Grove
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (14)
100 guests
The Oakland Grove. Host a class, workshop, meeting, or private event
Our community space boasts two large ballrooms, 3 classrooms, 2 offices, 2 "yoga" rooms, and a semi furnished courtyard
The Chapel ballroom is 200+ capacity and is 54' x 30' (1620 sq ft)
The Gallery ballroom is 100+ capacity and is
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$266 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Professional Performance & Events Venue
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (16)
45 guests
EVENT SPACE by El Cerrito City of Commerce.
Our elegant venue is multi functional. Space can be used for music concerts/recitals, art shows, storytelling, small theater production, dance/yoga classes, and more. We are located just steps away from El Cerrito Plaza.
SPACE RENTAL INCLUDES (approx. 1000
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$500 total
before taxes
3 hr min
The Art Bloc Sausalito
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (16)
30 guests
Meetings The space is set up for offsites, workshops, and meetings.
Fits 8 12 people comfortably when working around the central table.
Events I have had evenings events that include holiday parties, gallery openings, and private fundraisers.
Photography
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$339 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Gallery Da Vinci
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (2)
50 guests
Gallery Da Vinci. Art workshops. Children Art education. Corporate event. Fund raising event for non profit. Ballroom dancing party. karaoke party. Piano audition. singing/ audition. dancing audition. Birthday party. Baby shower party. And many other events. Casual meeting with friends that share the same hobby...........
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$339 total
before taxes
2 hr min
NORTHSTAR STUDIOS
Serving the San Mateo, CA area200 guests
NORTHSTAR STUDIOS. dimmable lighting, allowing you to set the perfect mood for any occasion, whether it’s a dramatic fashion show or a cozy art showcase.
We understand the needs of creatives, which is why our warehouse comes equipped with essential photography supplies available for rental, including C stands and
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$1,200 total
before taxes
5 hr min
Beach town vibes with fine art
Serving the San Mateo, CA area50 guests
Events at Midtown Modern, such as celebrations and parties including up to 50 people, are primarily outdoors, accompanied by indoor accommodations, such as a sitting area, resting area, bathroom and kitchen. The Jungle Room can also be booked as an “Art B&B” for overnight
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through July 2026.
What's the best day to rent a art show space in San Mateo?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking art show spaces in San Mateo. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Tuesday and Wednesday as these days are 13% cheaper on average.
How popular are art show spaces in San Mateo?
Our local hosts have welcomed 11471 people into their art show spaces with reviews averaging 4.89 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 97%.
How much does a art show space cost to rent in San Mateo?
Art show spaces in San Mateo average $103 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 $151, whereas larger venues run about $291 per hour.
art show spaces Pricing Range in San Mateo, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for art show spaces venues in San Mateo, ranging between $151 and $291.
$103/hr average
How long do people rent art show spaces in San Mateo?
Most art show spaces are scheduled for 5 hours, with 28 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Art Shows starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
art show spaces Booking Times in San Mateo, CA
Image representing average rental time for art show spaces in San Mateo, emphasizing most start between 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
9:00 AM4:00 PM
Reviews for art show spaces
Vanessa C.
Art Studio / Gallery
Could not have asked for more. The space is perfectly set up for an art show. The walls are well lit and framed to hang art. There are tables and chairs for guests to sit at and there is a kitchen in the back. Plus the location is prime to...
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...
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...
Diedre F.
Peaceful Victorian Flat in Hayes Valley
My experience here was wonderful. Roger was quick to respond and easy to work with. It was a welcoming space for an art show with my friends and family...
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
Tomas J.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
Laura was great to work with and very communicative. My art show was great thanks to little raven gallery
Sabrina K.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
hosted an art show here and had a great time! Laura is very responsive and flexible
Sabrina K.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
Laura has hosted multiple art shows of mine-- love the space
Dave N.
Beautiful Event Space - Mission District
The space worked perfectly for my event. Plenty of room for a 25 person birthday party/ art show. The host, Darrell, was very generous and accommodating. I would definitely recommend this venue to anyone who would like a beautiful space for a smaller gathering...
Kyle O.
Large Photo Studio and Event Space within an Industrial Staging + Prop Warehouse
was absolutely amazing! I was able to fit in all of my guests and more. the ambience of the space was perfect for our art show and performances. The hosts were so accommodating I was blown away. I had so many questions and they were always happy to provide answers...
Sydni P.
Open Concept Gallery in the Heart of the Castro!
Had a great two day art show during pride weekend
Sydni P.
Open Concept Gallery in the Heart of the Castro!
Had a great two day art show during pride weekend
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
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...
Jessica R.
Large SoMa Gallery w/ Industrial Feel & Great Lighting
small outdoor patio area. I love that it is located in a semi-secret ally off of 8th. It felt intimate and exclusive!
The art show that was up when we hosted our party was beautiful, with a fun installation of hangin paper globes. Tova was easy to work with...
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...
Edith S.
Sun-filled Movement Arts Studio and Event Space
as helpful! He was there to give me the tour and answer any questions I had. The room was beautiful and spacious for my art show, guests even commented on it too. I would rent out again or recommend to a friend...
Xiscopo S.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
Set aside the gritty area, the gallery space was a perfect spot for an art presentation. The show I did was for a friend of mine who passed away and thus a posthumous art show was created here. High ceilings, good natural and artificial lighting, clean bathroom and office room...
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...
Casia Y.
Beautiful Event Space - Mission District
This Space was everything that I was looking for!
I had my Art Show after Returning from a 9 month Art Residency in Norway and I was looking for a refreshing, professional space.
This space was great not just for it's professional quality, but also for it's gorgeous...
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