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Top 1st Birthday Party Venues in San Francisco, CA
Congratulations! Your toddler is turning one, and nothing could make you happier than celebrating this special day in grand style! But wait! You just remembered about the party venue between finding the gifts and all the party planning responsibilities on your shoulders. Fear not, as we have rounded up the crème de la crème of 1st birthday party venues in San Francisco for your little one's first celebration! Grab a coffee and start browsing away! Add your top picks to your favorites and instantly book your dream venue!
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![Stunning Waterfront Studio at Culinary Artistas in Russian Hill, San Francisco, CA]()
from $325
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStunning Waterfront Studio
80 guestsCulinary ArtistasRussian Hill, San Francisco, CA
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WWill D.
“They had everything we needed to throw a birthday party with 30 guests.” -
![Entire Venue at Honey Art Gallery in Japantown, San Francisco, CA]()
from $50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
75 guestsHoney Art GalleryJapantown, San Francisco, CAMMadhuri M.
“It is very much alive and well! Please book with her! I will continue to do so’” -
![The Courtyard at Chambers at the Phoenix in Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Courtyard
500 guestsChambers at the PhoenixTenderloin, San Francisco, CAEElla B.
“Such a smooth process to book, very responsive and informative team. Our group enjoyed the event and venue.” -
![Rooftop Restaurant and Bar at Sazerac in Union Street, San Francisco, CA]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Restaurant and Bar
50 guestsSazeracUnion Street, San Francisco, CAAAmy H.
“Lovely bartenders, great drinks, and great vibes at the venue.” -
![Outdoor Garden Terrace at The Academy in Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOutdoor Garden Terrace
60 guestsThe AcademyMission Dolores, San Francisco, CACChristopher G.
“Team was easy to work with and very flexible on picking the optimal space” -
![Playground at Seabird Preschool in North Beach, San Francisco, CA]()
from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPlayground
60 guestsSeabird PreschoolNorth Beach, San Francisco, CAThe outdoor playground at Seabird Preschool is a great offering, unusual for San Francisco. When looking for a creative, spacious space to host an event for the little ones, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better choice. -
![Skyline Rooftop at Zen Compound in South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA]()
from $750
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySkyline Rooftop
100 guestsZen CompoundSouth of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CACCristina P.
“The view was amazing Melisa and Jay were great to work with” -
![Entire Venue at Noe's Nest in Dolores Heights, San Francisco, CA]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsNoe's NestDolores Heights, San Francisco, CANNancy R.
“Delicious brunch, wonderful service, lovely ambience- we enjoyed the backyard garden too” -
![Event Space at BStar Garden Patio in Inner Richmond, San Francisco, CA]()
from $750
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
35 guestsBStar Garden PatioInner Richmond, San Francisco, CAThe Garden Patio Room at B Star in San Francisco is an enclosed, light-filled space ideal for intimate events like birthdays, showers, engagement parties, and business lunches. -
![Semi Patio at HardRockCafe in Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Patio
150 guestsHardRockCafeFisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CAThe Hard Rock Cafe has been a popular place for people to enjoy fun, music, and food. The Semi Patio room in San Francisco is the perfect place for your next event. -
![Rooftop Terrace at BEI San Francisco - Trademark Collection in South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA]()
from $1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityRooftop Terrace
350 guestsBEI San Francisco - Trademark CollectionSouth of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CAAt BEI San Francisco, we believe great things happen in inspiring and inviting spaces. This 4,000 sq. ft. -
![Outdoor Space at Chief Sullivan's in North Beach, San Francisco, CA]()
from $45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Space
70 guestsChief Sullivan'sNorth Beach, San Francisco, CAMMark D.
“Can't recommend this venue enough! Adrianna was responsive and a pleasure to work with.”
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FAQs about Top 1st Birthday Party Venues in San Francisco, CA
In San Francisco, prices of 1st birthday party venues average $2000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in San Francisco, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $1000 | to $3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $200 | to $450 | hire fee per hour |
| From $30 | to $45 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Stunning Waterfront Studio at Culinary Artistas in Russian Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Loved the space and will definitely keep it in mind for future events.’ -
Outdoor Garden Terrace at The Academy in Mission Dolores - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Centrally located in the Castro. The bartender we had did a great job. Overall would absolutely rent again...’ -
The Courtyard at Chambers at the Phoenix in Tenderloin - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘We hosted my 30th birthday party for roughly 50 people here and couldn’t have asked for a better experience.’
You'll find 1st birthday party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in San Francisco, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small 1st birthday party venues | up to 50 guests | prices average $300 hire fee per hour |
| Medium 1st birthday party venues | between 65 and 90 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
| Large 1st birthday party venues | over 110 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
It all depends on the popularity of the venue and the season! During peak seasons like holidays and summer months, it might be challenging to secure your preferred venues, so it's best to book 3 to 4 months in advance to be on the safe side. Always try to book your venues at the earliest and communicate the event date with your friends and family as soon as possible!
The key is to create basic games that allow babies and toddlers to engage tactilely! Choose games like ball drop, where kids drop soft pom-poms or balls into a bucket, or opt for bubble pop, where babies can pop bubbles with their hands or with their parents. You can also work with the venue manager to bring in a clown or a birthday mascot to entertain the kids! Check out our unique birthday ideas for your toddler here!
