The San Francisco Bay Area has unique party venues across Downtown, Union Square, SOMA, and beyond. Downtown and SOMA provide stylish cocktail lounges and elegant restaurants with private bars, first-rate AV systems, parking, wheelchair access, and more for upscale parties or business mixers. Smaller, casual parties can thrive in areas like the Marina District, known for its beloved local hangout spots or Mission Dolores, filled with chic private lounges and electric clubs. Use Tagvenue to find and book the best spots across the city.
In San Francisco Bay Area, prices of party venues average $300 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 Bay Area, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
From $190 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
From $500 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
From $35 | to $65 | per person |
You'll find 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 Bay Area, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
Small party venues | up to 80 guests | prices average $175 hire fee per hour |
Medium party venues | between 120 and 175 guests | prices average $300 hire fee per hour |
Large party venues | over 245 guests | prices average $560 hire fee per hour |