Speakeasy at The Academy

About this space

For your event, reception, party, or gathering that needs a private, luxurious oasis - Speakeasy is the perfect spot. Located on the Lower Level of the Academy it has a capacity of up to 30 guest.

We offer an indoor space with a bar and an exclusive event staff to make your event unforgettable. Combine Speakeasy with our Outdoor Garden Terrace for an additional cost for a truly memorable experience.

Event offers and packages

All packages include bar staff, liquor license and liability insurance, and non-alcoholic selections.

Speakeasy - starting at $400/hr
Lower Level - 700 square feet – 3-hour minimum

Indoor Space; 1 Bar + all event staff included
Combine w/ Outdoor Garden Terrace for additional cost

Christmas Drink Menu: Tier 1 - Beer & Wine (Up to 30 guests)

$10 per person

• House red & white wine
• Beer selection (typically IPA and pilsner style + non-alcoholic)

Christmas Drink Menu: Tier 2 - House Spirits (Up to 30 guests)

$12 per person

2-hour minimum
Includes Tier 1 +

• Skyy vodka
• Benchmark bourbon
• New Amsterdam gin
• Bacardi rum
• El Jimador tequila

Non-alcoholic options included

Christmas Party: Tier 3 - Call Spirits (Up to 30 guests)

$14 per person

2 hour minimum
Includes Tier 1 +

• Tito's vodka
• Jack Daniels whiskey
• Bombay Sappphire gin
• Bacardi rum
• Cazadores tequila

Non-alcoholic options included

Christmas Drink Menu: Tier 4 - Top-shelf Spirits (Up to 30 guests)

$16 per person

2-hour minimum
Includes Tier 1+

•Grey Goose vodka
• Woodford Reserve bourbon
• Hendrick's gin, Bacoo rum
• Siete Leguas tequila

Non-alcoholic options included

Prices

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Covers space rental only, a beverage package is required for all event bookings.

Monday

12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

from $600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

from $600

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Covers space rental only, a beverage package is required for all event bookings.

Tuesday

12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

from $600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

from $600

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Covers space rental only, a beverage package is required for all event bookings.

Wednesday

12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

from $600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

from $600

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Covers space rental only, a beverage package is required for all event bookings.

Thursday

12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

from $600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

from $600

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Covers space rental only, a beverage package is required for all event bookings.

Friday

12:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

12:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $600

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Covers space rental only, a beverage package is required for all event bookings.

Saturday

6:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $600

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Covers space rental only, a beverage package is required for all event bookings.

Minimum booking duration: 3 hours

Capacity

Standing

up to 30

Dining

up to 10

Catering and drinks

Facilities

Free on-street parking

Air conditioning

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Host rules

Cost components are: space rental (hourly), cleaning fee, required beverage package (see below - per person, per hour), sales tax, gratuity, plus any add-ons or entertainment provided in-house. We may also charge additional fees for outside food vendors, last-minute bookings, or other requests outside our typical offerings.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

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About The Academy

The Academy is a LGBTQ+ owned, dynamic venue that offers a luxurious, design-forward, welcoming, and comfortable space for business meetings, corporate gatherings, and private events. The multi-level, indoor-outdoor venue spans two buildings in the Castro District, accommodating groups of 10 to 350+ people.