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Top Holiday Party Venues in Santa Monica, CA
Are you starting to think about the holidays? Then you know what that means - it’s time to start planning your Christmas party! Perhaps you’ve already taken some steps to make your annual celebration happen? No matter if it's a corporate holiday party or a dinner with family, you certainly need a great space for your event! That’s why we’ve compiled a curated list of holiday party venues in Santa Monica. Let us help you choose an event space that will help you pull off a fantastic celebration! Hop on our platform now and you’ll be picking a great venue in no time!
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![Upstairs at Britannia Pub in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs
50 guestsBritannia PubSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAAAndre M.
“It actually looked recently renovated and with the cool LED lights, it made the space a must book location.” -
![Entire Venue at The Galley Restaurant in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $8000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
140 guestsThe Galley RestaurantSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAThe Galley loves a large party! We specialize in the good times that make lifetime memories. You can book the whole Galley. We can host luncheons, birthday parties, bachelor parties, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, baby -
![Entire Restaurant at Upper West in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $8000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Restaurant
150 guestsUpper WestSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAWant a fun Santa Monica private party venue? The festive dining experience at Upper West is now available for private parties, celebrations, business meeting. -
![Ocean Deck at LouLou in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $9000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOcean Deck
150 guestsLouLouSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAOur Ocean Desk is an outdoor space which space can accommodate up to 150 standing guests. It's ideal for the wide range of events - whether it's a wedding, a business event, birthday party etc. -
![Entire Venue at Shores Kitchen - Santa Monica in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $375
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
75 guestsShores Kitchen - Santa MonicaSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAOur event space features floor-to-ceiling windows with views of an Olympic-sized pool and Santa Monica beach, offering a picturesque setting. Ideal for intimate celebrations, corporate events, or social gatherings, the space -
![The Restaurant at The Galley Restaurant in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $5500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Restaurant
70 guestsThe Galley RestaurantSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAThe Galley's year-round holiday lighting and nautical décor make for a fun, comfortable atmosphere for any event. No matter what your needs, your experience at The Galley is guaranteed to be one you and your guests will remember. -
![Entire Venue at Santa Monica Penthouse in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsSanta Monica PenthouseSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAStage & Table in Santa Monica offers 2,700 SF spread across four floors and is built to host a variety of events, including private parties, culinary events, product launches, weddings, and more. -
![Full Buyout at LouLou in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $27000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Buyout
370 guestsLouLouSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAChoose from one of our 3 open-air deck space options, our private dining room, or a full restaurant buyout to fit your specific event needs. A vast array of luxury amenities and Endless entertainment options. -
![The Cove at Lunetta in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Cove
120 guestsLunettaSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAThe Cove at Lunetta is a semi-outdoor space that comfortably accommodates up to 75 seated guests, perfect for relaxed gatherings and events. Situated under a roof, it offers a laid-back atmosphere with wooden benches, chairs, -
![Main Dining Room at Upper West in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining Room
110 guestsUpper WestSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAThe festive dining experience at Upper West is now available for private parties, celebrations, business meeting. Upper West is the perfect Santa Monica private party venue to host any of your corporate events, birthdays, -
![East Deck at LouLou in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEast Deck
70 guestsLouLouSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CALoulou Santa Monica is a French & Californian restaurant that combines food, music, entertainment, fashion, and Art into one destination. The restaurant is located close to the Santa Monica Beach. -
![Private Room at Papille Gustative in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Room
24 guestsPapille GustativeSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAOur Private Room at Papille Gustative is a perfect space if you are looking for an intimate area to celebrate an important occasion with your close ones.
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FAQs about Top Holiday Party Venues in Santa Monica, CA
Booking costs of holiday party venues average $5500 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 Santa Monica, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $2000 | to $8000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $60 | per person |
| From $75 | to $180 | hire fee per hour |
You'll find holiday 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 Santa Monica, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average $100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 50 and 75 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 85 guests | prices average $8000 minimum spend per event |
Well, as soon as possible! Once you’ve found your ideal space and know its offer, act fast and book it! Generally, the holiday season is the busiest time of the year, so in order to book a top-rated Christmas party venue, you should start searching at least 2 months before the season starts. If you are looking for a larger, luxurious venue we recommend starting your search in July. You’ll have many options to choose from and fewer chances of someone stealing your first-choice spot from you!
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