It’s no secret that San Diego has some of the best weather in the country, making it a prime destination for B2B events. We’ve made it easy for you to find the perfect event venue for any type of event by rounding up some of our favorite spaces.
Horton Plaza Park
Location: Downtown, San Diego
Event Type: Intimate Dinners, large executive parties, conferences, and more
The Space: Horton Plaza Park is a large, outdoor entertainment center in downtown San Diego. The venue consists of three rental spaces, ranging from a lush lawn to more modern landscapes sure to impress any attendee. Available rental spaces include:
South Plaza
- 3,360 square ft.
- Strong connection to Broadway Circle and the Theater District
- Ideal area for larger events extending from the Amphitheater to include catering back of house, food trucks, or a stage
Amphitheater
- 12,700 square ft. including 9,340 square ft. of flat space plus steps seating up to 244 guests
- Coliseum-style seating bowl can be included in event footprint
- Pop-jet fountain can be turned off for maximum production area, or left on with options for customized programming
- Ideal for speaking engagements, theatrical performances, and concerts
Historic Park
- 13,530 square ft.
- Features lush landscaping and historic fountain
- Highly visible location on Broadway
- Ideal for receptions, networking functions, and exhibits
Exclusive Use
- 53,165 square ft.
- Ideal for large-scale private and ticketed events
- Includes a buy-out of the 3 Park Pavilions allowing the entire space to be controlled and privatized
Amenities:
- Customizable light and water features
- Parking onsite
- Onsite restrooms
- Free Wifi
- An in-house production team is available upon requests, as well as advertising and social media opportunities.
Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Location: Downtown, San Diego
Event Type: small-to-medium-sized conferences, meetings, and forums
The Space: Located within the Hilton Hotel, this industrial and chic venue overlooks the iconic Gaslamp sign. Available spaces include the Gaslamp room that features floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed ceilings, and an adjoining open-air terrace. Additionally, the starlight terrace has design features from the Gaslamp storied past. For a more traditional venue, an additional premium meeting space is also available.
Amenities:
- More than 16,000 square ft. of indoor/outdoor event space
- Adjacent to San Diego Conference Center
- Meeting space located on one floor
- Walking distance to many restaurants
- Complimentary 24-hour business center
- On-site catering and banquet service
BRICK
Location: Liberty Station, San Diego
Event Type: Small-to-medium-sized conferences, meetings, and forums
The Space: BRICK is an industrial event space located in San Diego’s historic Liberty Station.
Amenities:
- 24-hour rentals
- Seating capacity for up for 220 guests
- Bring your own vendors
- Dimmable market lights
- Pet-friendly
- A dedicated point of contact to help with your event
- Beverage service available
- Photo booth available
- Ample parking
The Padro at Balboa Park
Location: Downtown, San Diego
Event Type: Executive gatherings or dinners, lunch & learns, happy hours, small conference
The Space: Located in the beautiful Balboa Park, The Prado is a great choice for great conversation paired with food. The venue features 22,000 square ft. of meeting space indoors and can accommodate groups of up to 2,500 guests. Available rooms include:
Grand Ballroom
Up to 500 guests for Cocktail Reception/Stations, Up to 320 guests for Dinner/Dance, Up to 380 guests for Dinner
Loggia
Up to 140 guests for Cocktail Reception/Stations, Up to 80 guests for Dinner/Dance, Up to 100 guests for Dinner
Alhambra
Up to 140 guests for Cocktail Reception/Stations, Up to 50 guests for Dinner/Dance, Up to 80 guests for Dinner
The Casa del Rey Moro Garden
Up to 300 guests for Cocktail Reception/Stations, Up to 120 guests for Dinner.
Restaurant and Terrace Lunch, Dinner
14 to 26 guests: Separate Tables (Non-Private) or Sala Del Rey Up 28 guests (Private)
Amenities:
- Onsite parking
- preferred catering
- Inquire for more details
The Point
Location: Mission Bay, San Diego
Event Type: Small conferences, executive gatherings or dinners, lunch & learns, corporate retreats
The Space: The Point goes by the tagline, “Get to the Point”, and prides itself on providing a turn-key experience for corporate events. Located near the beach in San Diego’s famous Mission Bay, The Point offers event packages for every need.
Amenities:
- See packages for included amenities
The New Children’s Museum
Location: Downtown, San Diego
Event Type: Large conferences and parties, executive gatherings or dinners, lunch & learns, corporate retreats
The Space: Who said a children’s museum isn’t for adults? From interactive Sci-fi spaces to modern and sleek designed spaces, the museum can be transformed to your desire.
Amenities:
- 50,000 square ft. of venue space can accommodate groups of up to 1,000
- Multi-level venue options
- An Events Services team will help you create your event.
- Catering and vendor list provided
Skybox at DiamondView
Location: Downtown, San Diego
Event Type: Executive gatherings or dinners, lunch & learns, happy hours
The Space: Located on the top floor of DiamondView East Village, The Skybox has breathtaking views of the San Diego Skyline, San Diego Bay and Coronado, and more, making it an unforgettable experience.
Amenities:
- Valet service and parking available
- 4,500 square ft., up to 220 guests
- Full culinary kitchen
- 5 flat-screen TV’s
- Wifi
- Ceiling-to-floor bay windows
- 14′ long outdoor fireplace
- Large bar area
- Built-in projector and 9′ x 12′ drop-down projection screen
- Blackout and mesh drop-down shades
- iPod hook up
- Private event security
- Built-in sound system throughout the space
- Designer lounge furniture
Wine & Culinary Event Center
Location: Downtown, San Diego
Event Type: Product launches, executive gatherings or dinners, lunch & learns, happy hours, interactive experiences
The Space: Create a unique and hands-on experience for your guests with a food and/or wine-themed event, complete with live chef demonstrations and our uniquely interactive wine and spirits tasting stations. Available room options include:
Bordeaux Cellar
- Accommodates up to 150 guests
- 1,500 square ft.
- Features a collection of wine-themed artwork and a wall decorated with wine barrels. The Bordeaux Cellar includes the Exhibition Kitchen, an expansive Wine Tasting Bar and direct access to the Sunset Patio.
Fallbrook Cellar
- Accommodates up to 300 guests
- 3,000 square ft.
- A sound-proof accordion air wall separates the Fallbrook Cellar from the Bordeaux Cellar, giving guests the option to utilize just part of the space
- Decorated with winery artifacts and dramatic stacked wine barrels, the Cellar can be used as a private space with its own entrance.
Sunset Patio
This semi-private, semi-covered patio overlooks the San Diego Convention Center. Patio space includes fire pits and heaters (as needed).
Amenities:
- On-site food & beverage service
- Entertainment options
- Buyouts available
- Extensive furniture inventory
- In-house décor options
- Exclusive caterer
- A/V services available
- Certified sommelier
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