Discover stunning San Francisco and the beautiful ballroom venues it offers. You can find plenty of spots from Castro to North Beach to hold your party or event. Whether you're planning an anniversary party, a ball, or a wedding reception, Tagvenue has listings of the best ballrooms for rent in San Francisco. We've done the legwork for you by collecting an extensive list of venues with prices and details to help you make the right decision for your special event. Explore our top-rated ballrooms and host your next event at one of these premier locations in Francisco.
In San Francisco, prices of ballrooms average $450 hire fee per hour. 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 $325 | to $1000 | hire fee per hour |
From $1100 | to $6600 | minimum spend per event |
From $2500 | to $10000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Full Club at The Academy
in Mission Dolores - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was amazing for a big group. Centrally located in the Castro. The bartender we had did a great job.’
The Courtyard at Chambers at the Phoenix
in Tenderloin - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Our group enjoyed the event and venue. Personalized cocktail menu was a great touch. Highly recommend.’
Entire Venue at Paris 75
in North Beach - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was clean, classy, and the service was great.’
You'll find ballrooms 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 ballrooms | up to 100 guests | prices average $450 hire fee per hour |
Medium ballrooms | between 125 and 220 guests | prices average $325 hire fee per hour |
Large ballrooms | over 300 guests | prices average $6000 minimum spend per event |
You can find beautiful ballroom spaces pretty much anywhere around the city (especially Union Square, Marina District). You could also try Castro, Mission District, and even Chinatown. We also recommend checking out venues around Powell Street Station.
The golden city is famous for its busy and lively atmosphere throughout the year, so start planning your large event at least a year ahead if you expect more than 100 guests. This will allow you to thoroughly check the available spaces and choose the one that fits your guest list and meets all of your requirements.