1st Birthday Party Venues for Rent in San Francisco, CA

Booking costs of 1st birthday party venues average $2500 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 November 2025:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2025), the best options include:

• 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 (November 2025):

These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central San Francisco, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Rooftop at The Newhall Nest on 260 California Street - 0.2 mi from center.
  Venue said: From corporate happy hours to holiday parties, showers, intimate weddings, and more, our rooftop venue will leave an impression on your guests. Contact us today to discuss your requirements with our event coordinator.
• Skyline Rooftop at Zen Compound on 540 Howard Street - 0.3 mi from center.
  Our user said: ‘The view was amazing Melisa and Jay were great to work with...’
• The Main Bar at Cantina on Belden on 56 Belden Place - 0.4 mi from center.
  Venue said: Event Spaces Designed to Impress • Spacious Private Room – Ideal for intimate gatherings and corporate functions, comfortably seating up to 60 guests for dinner or up to 100 for a lively cocktail-style reception.

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!