Regency Ballroom at The Regency Center Est. Prior to 1930

1300 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States

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This versatile San Francisco landmark offers three separate venues each with unique architectural characteristics and an array of accompanying rooms.

Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams, a corporate seminar, an elaborate reunion, or a celebratory bar or bat mitzvah, you will find The Regency Center to be a distinctive and imaginative choice.

The Lowdown

Type: Ballroom; Banquet Hall / Event Facility; Bar / Club / Lounge; Historic Building; Theatre

Views: Cityscape

Style: Eclectic; Gothic; Ornate; Vintage; Worldly

BEST type of CELEBRATIONS: Birthday Party; Charity Event; Corporate Event; Dinner Party; Family Reunion; Holiday Party; Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Reception; Reunion; Social Event; Wedding Ceremony; Wedding Reception; Workshops: Creative, Photo, Etc.; Elopement; Vow Renewal; Anniversary; Engagement Party

Venue Setting

Built in 1909, The Regency Center is considered the finest example of Scottish Rite temple architecture in the country, featuring Gothic, Neoclassic, and Beaux-Arts styles. The building has housed a Masonic Temple, a dance studio, the Polish Arts Foundation, and a movie theater. Recently restored to its original splendor, this landmark offers three levels of unique gathering space.

This versatile San Francisco landmark offers three separate venues - The Regency Ballroom, Social Hall, and Lodge - each with unique architectural characteristics and an array of accompanying rooms. Capacities range from 70 up to 1,000 with the entire facility accommodating up to 2,100 guests in combined occupancy.

Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams, a corporate seminar, an elaborate reunion, or a celebratory bar or bat mitzvah, you will find The Regency Center to be a distinctive and imaginative choice. We invite you and your guests to relax and indulge yourselves in this exceptional venue and let us demonstrate why we are the ideal setting for your next special event.

Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Price Range: Join the party and sign in to view pricing
Does this include catering fees?: No
Additional Charges: In addition to a flat rental fee, we charge for required hourly staff such as sound & light techs, production manager, security, etc. Please inquire within for an itemized pricing estimate.
Insurance: Additional Insurance Is Required To Host An Event At This Venue

Capacity

Seated: 700

Buffet: 400

Standing: 1400

Celebrations Hosted Here Since: Prior to 1930
Curfew: No Curfew
Venue Spaces: Indoor Venue Space Only
Catering: Client Can Select The Caterer Of Their Choice
Alcohol: Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services; Corkage/Bottle Fee – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol For A Fee; Licensed Server Is Required
Music: Indoors Only
Smoking: Designated Smoking Areas Only
Accommodations: Hotels in the area within walking distance + parking garages.
Eco/Green Events: Yes
Pet-Friendly Events: Yes
Kid Friendly Events: Yes
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Other: Yes

Inside Scoop

Have your photographer grab an unforgettable group shot from the Mezzanine level overlooking the main Ballroom!

Amenities

A/V Equipment
Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
Street Parking
Wifi
Dining Chairs
Dining Tables
Onsite Restrooms
Other

Venue Features

The Scene:

You have arrived at San Francisco's most architecturally stunning venue. Astonish your guests and host an event that will be remembered for years to come.

This versatile San Francisco landmark offers three separate venues, each with unique architectural characteristics and an array of accompanying rooms. Capacities range from 70 up to 1,000 with the entire facility accommodating up to 2,000 guests in combined occupancy.

Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams, a corporate seminar, an elaborate reunion, or a celebratory mitzvah, you will find The Regency Center to be a distinctive and imaginative choice. We invite you and your guests to relax and indulge yourselves in this exceptional venue and let us demonstrate why we are the ideal setting for your next special event.

Design:

Our 100-year-old Beaux-Art treasure boasts 35-foot ceilings, turn-of-the-century teardrop chandeliers, blonde hardwood floors, a horseshoe-shaped balcony, and a built-in stage ideal for larger banquets and receptions featuring live entertainment within our Grand Ballroom.

Standout Venue Features:

For those who host their event in the Ballroom, guide guests to the spot by drawing them in with our exterior building lights that may be changed to any color or combination of colors of your choice!

Extra Perks:

We own a plethora of in-house equipment that is included in your rental fee including:
(550) black folding resin chairs
(80) 60" round tables
(40) 36" round tables (high or low cocktail)
(40) 30" round tables (high or low cocktail)
(25) 6' folding tables

Celebration Locations

Regency Ballroom:: The awe-inspiring Grand Ballroom is a Beaux-Art treasure, boasting 35-foot ceilings, 22 turn-of-the-century teardrop chandeliers, blonde hardwood floors, a horseshoe-shaped balcony, and a built-in stage ideal for larger banquets and receptions featuring live entertainment. Your guests are sure to be humbled by this neoclassical marvel.; - View: Cityscape; - Max Capacity: 1400; - Price: Join the party and sign in to view pricing
The Lodge:: The Lodge features arched open-beam ceilings with dark wood-paneled walls and stained-glass windows. 31 hand-painted backdrops enhance the built-in stage and fully functioning 1909 Austin pipe organ. Included are two elegant side rooms. The Regency Room has a working fireplace, carved wood ceilings, and silk tapestries. The Candidate Room boasts warm blue carpeting, beveled mirrors, golden chandeliers, and sconces. The Lodge is the perfect location for weddings, galas, fundraisers, wine tastings...; - View: Cityscape; - Max Capacity: 300; - Price: Join the party and sign in to view pricing
Social Hall SF:: This versatile room will play host to electronic club nights, seated comedy events, rock concerts and anything and everything in between. With blonde hardwood floors and beautifully arched and beamed ceilings; - Max Capacity: 600; - Price: Join the party and sign in to view pricing

Eats & Drinks

Food, Restaurants, Cafes, Bars & Lounges

Food, Restaurants, Cafes:: With so many notable caterers and restaurants to choose from in San Francisco, the Regency has an open list of caterers so that clients can pick any vendor of their choosing.
Bars & Lounges:: Our in-house exclusive beverage concessionaire, Levy, will work with clients to create custom bar packages and one-of-a-kind drink options to your liking.