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Top Unusual Wedding Venues in California
California's scale means unusual wedding venues here truly range from sequoia groves in the Sierra foothills, converted apple warehouses in Sonoma, desert estates in Joshua Tree, historic haciendas near Santa Barbara. Unusual wedding venues in California let you marry against backdrops that tell a story, with natural light that makes great photos nearly automatic. And most come with experienced catering partners who understand cooking in those specific settings. Capacity varies widely: 30 to 300+. Have a look below and pick one that works.
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![White Swan Garden Terrace at White Swan Inn in San Francisco, California]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhite Swan Garden Terrace
20 guestsWhite Swan InnSan Francisco, CaliforniaVVaughn R.
“Excellent communication. We had our wedding here and were very happy with the venue.” -
![Ocean Deck at LouLou in California]()
from $9000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOcean Deck
100 guestsLouLouCaliforniaOur 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. -
![Main Floor at The East Angel in Los Angeles, California]()
from $550
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMain Floor
80 guestsThe East AngelLos Angeles, CaliforniaThe Main Floor space is a highly versatile and attractive location, perfect for hosting a wide range of events, including weddings, birthdays, and photoshoots. -
![Event Area at Tina's Wedding Chapel in Los Angeles, California]()
from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Area
50 guestsTina's Wedding ChapelLos Angeles, CaliforniaTina's Wedding Chapel is an intimate garden venue with a rustic atmosphere that feels like home and can accommodate small to mid-sized gathering of up to 50 people. -
![Entire Boat at Fume Blanc in California]()
from $3000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Boat
212 guestsFume BlancCaliforniaChoose the Fume Blanc from our world-famous wine fleet for your wedding, corporate event, or school prom. It is the perfect place for your next special event. -
![Brickyard Terrace at TERI Campus of Life in California]()
from $3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBrickyard Terrace
200 guestsTERI Campus of LifeCaliforniaPlanning a wedding? We have wedding packages that can include our Sunrise Suite and Founder’s Room for your wedding parties. -
![Monarch Garden Atrium at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park in California]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMonarch Garden Atrium
100 guestsGilroy Gardens Family Theme ParkCaliforniaBring your group inside our glass-walled greenhouse to a bright, airy space surrounded by tropical trees and plants. -
![Event Space at 1370 Rooftop in Los Angeles, California]()
from $600
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
120 guests1370 RooftopLos Angeles, CaliforniaWelcome to the only rooftop venue in the San Fernando Valley! Our unique space is the perfect setting for hosting small, intimate, and memorable celebrations. -
![Rooftop at The Newhall Nest in San Francisco, California]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop
50 guestsThe Newhall NestSan Francisco, CaliforniaThe roof deck at Newhall Nest offers a flexible layout, perfect for accommodating 30+ guests for a variety of events. This unique rooftop space features premium amenities such as a commercial bar set up, Trager grill, attractive -
![KnK Contemporary at KnK Contemporary in San Francisco, California]()
from $300
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityKnK Contemporary
30 guestsKnK ContemporarySan Francisco, CaliforniaLarge windows let in natural light. The vibe is modern and minimalistic, making it a perfect setting for creative events, weddings, pop-ups, corporate meetings, photo/film shoots, private events, rehearsals, parties, and -
![Outdoor Garden Terrace at The Academy in San Francisco, California]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOutdoor Garden Terrace
25 guestsThe AcademySan Francisco, CaliforniaThe Outdoor Garden Terrace is a unique space with a beautiful outdoor area and plenty of room to create your dream event. It has a gorgeous patio that is perfect for any occasion with a capacity of up to 60 guests. -
![The Lawn at The Grove in California]()
from $3500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Lawn
300 guestsThe GroveCaliforniaOur expansive, 8,000 square foot lawn is a luscious green space adjacent to The Terrace. In the middle of the lawn features our gorgeous 100 year old heritage oak tree, perfect for saying "I do".
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Explore Small Quirky Wedding Venues in California
from $275
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Event Space
50
70
Studio VOR
Ventura, California
This is a vintage industrial warehouse space set up for small to mid-sized gatherings, meetings, or productions. There’s a styled entry area with plenty of parking, plus a roll-up door that opens to the outdoor space, which
from $100
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Private Loft
50
60
Loft and Bloom
Los Angeles, California
The Private Loft is a light-filled upstairs space that works well for smaller celebrations and gatherings. A comfortable setting for events like bridal showers, engagement parties, and small weddings.
from $300
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Enchanted Boho Zen Garden
65
Enchanted Boho Zen Garden
Los Angeles, California
This space is event-ready! We have experience hosting everything from baby showers to birthday parties. Event rentals are also available! Inquire with host.
from $500
hire fee / per hour
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KOLLAB Rooftop
50
70
KOLLAB Rooftop
Los Angeles, California
Kollab Rooftop is a modern event venue in Los Angeles designed for social gatherings, brand events, and creative productions. With a focus on outdoor experiences and city views, it offers a relaxed yet stylish setting suited
from $2000
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Terrace
25
60
ERIA EVENTS SAUSALITO
California
Our space includes flexible layouts for both intimate gatherings and large-scale events, premium amenities, modern AV capabilities, and thoughtfully designed spaces that flow effortlessly between indoor and outdoor environments.
from $125
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Main Stage
75
LACAE Theater
North Hollywood, California
Our nonprofit campus is designed for performance-based work and creative use, with two distinct spaces available depending on the scale of your project.
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from $28
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The Aviation Flight Center
80
100
Yanks Air Museum
California
In the case of renting the space after museum hours: 50 people minimum and the museum will be closed. The maximum capacity is up to 100 people.
from $115
hire fee / per hour
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Sawyer's Playhouse
35
40
LACAE Theater
North Hollywood, California
Sawyer’s Playhouse is our intimate 35-seat black box theater designed for versatile, small-to-mid-sized productions, rehearsals, creative work sessions, and multimedia content creation.
from $135
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Modern Bohemian Loft
20
20
CloudHouse
Los Angeles, California
The main downstairs area is a spacious open layout with a raw edge Calcutta gold marble table that can be easily moved to make additional space for complex camera and lighting setups.
from $150
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The Loft at Liz's Gallery
100
NYC style Loft Art Gallery
Los Angeles, California
From birthdays, weddings or graduation parties to private art classes, dance parties, or social mixers - the Loft is ideal for intimate events from 35-100 guests.
from $250
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Entire Venue
125
200
Poway Equestrian Center
California
Our venue offers a huge area for you and your guests. We have an Upper Plateau, Arena and Picnic Area with Small Rustic Lounge where you can host your reception, ceremony or party.
from $2500
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hire fee / per day
The Penthouse
120
120
The Oviatt: Penthouse & Event Deck
Los Angeles, California
One of the most famous penthouses and beloved landmarks in Los Angeles. The first of its kind, this gorgeous space is as rich in history as it is in its quaint Art Deco features.
Host Your Dream Unusual Wedding in One of Our Best Restaurants
from $800
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Outdoor Event Patio
40
60
Cross Street Chicken and Beer
San Diego, California
Our restaurant boasts an inviting outdoor patio where you can dine, relax, and enjoy the beautiful weather. With seating for up to 40 guests and standing room for 60, our spacious venue offers ample room for gatherings, celebrations,
from $6500
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minimum spend / per session
Outdoor Dining Area
120
170
Scarlett
Los Angeles, California
Our restaurant and lounge provide a seductive atmosphere, perfect for intimate evenings or lively gatherings.
from $2300
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minimum spend / per session
Grand Terrace
200
250
The Penmar
Los Angeles, California
The Grand Terrace at The Penmar is our largest outdoor space, with open views across the greens. It’s a setup that can seat around 200 guests or hold up to 250 standing.
from $450
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Rooftop
20
20
Prime kitchen & Event Space BIteUnite
San Francisco, California
This urban space offers a stunning panoramic view of the city, making it the perfect backdrop for your special gatherings. The rooftop is designed with a sleek black-and-white color scheme, creating a contemporary atmosphere.
from $150
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Big Trendy Patio
288
288
Sorry Not Sorry, LA
Los Angeles, California
Sorry Not Sorry is a great place to bar and dine where the guests actually enjoy different culinary activities all in one location. If you are looking for a delicious meal that is farm-to-table, cocktails that are crafted
from $5500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Patio
90
120
Rise Woodfire
California
Pull up a chair, we’ve got plenty in our outdoor patio area. P.S. Our awesome kiosk bar is open too!
FAQs about Top Unusual Wedding Venues in California
Prices of unusual wedding venues average $375 hire fee per hour. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in California, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From $200 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
| From $3500 | to $6050 | hire fee per day |
| From $800 | to $5500 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find unusual wedding 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 California, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 80 guests | prices average $300 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 120 and 160 guests | prices average $375 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 240 guests | prices average $500 hire fee per hour |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for unusual wedding venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Terrace | prices average $3600 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 290 guests |
| Garden | prices average $250 hire fee per hour | typically between 80 and 200 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average $500 hire fee per hour | typically between 60 and 200 guests |
| Warehouse | prices average $375 hire fee per hour | typically between 80 and 400 guests |
| Yacht | prices average $1800 hire fee per hour | typically between 40 and 120 guests |
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