Unusual Venues for Rent in San Diego, CA

The cost of unusual venues averages around $195 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in San Diego, based on Tagvenue data from January 2026:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated January 2026), the best options include:

• The Collective at The Collective in Pacific Beach - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue is perfect for an intimate party/ gathering.’

• Upstairs Bar at Fairweather Rooftop Bar in East Village - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Would definitely recommend having your event here!’

• Large, Downtown Loft Space at Large, Downtown Loft : Studio Casually in East Village - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The owner and the event manager were super helpful!’

You'll find unusual 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 Diego, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (January 2026):

These are the venues within 0.6 mi from central San Diego, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Sparks Gallery at Sparks Gallery on 530 Sixth Avenue - 0.5 mi from center.
  Venue said: The venue is within walking distance from the San Diego Convention Center, making it the perfect event space to host your next corporate event, celebration, fundraiser, trade show, or San Diego Comic-Con Activation.
• Entire Space at Penthouse at the Q on 750 West Fir Street 600 - 0.6 mi from center.
  Venue said: The luxurious penthouse with a vast area of 9,000 square feet, has a very modern and open layout that is suitable for all types of events, productions, and private gatherings.
• Whole Space at The Penthouse on 750 West Fir Street - 0.6 mi from center.
  Venue said: A strikingly stylish and generously scaled space spanning over 9,000 square feet of standout luxury. It feels more like a private city retreat than a venue—bold, beautifully designed, and effortlessly comfortable.

You can find plenty of party boats and waterfront venues to choose from. For a more creative touch, you can explore art galleries or studios, great for family events, corporate gatherings, or photoshoots. San Diego also has fantastic outdoor venues, like private gardens or rooftop spaces, where you and your guests can take in views of the city and surrounding landscape. And if you really want something truly out-of-the-box, why not consider a playful twist with a bowling alley like Break Point, or vintage movie theater for your party. 

• Renting a unique venue in San Diego gives you the chance to make your event truly stand out and create an experience your guests will remember for years.
• These one-of-a-kind venues are perfect for elevating events like weddings, corporate gatherings, or social celebrations and making them truly special.
• San Diego’s unusual venues often offer special features such as lovely views, interesting interior designs, or interactive elements that standard venues may lack.