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A bright, open interior space with large windows, wooden floors, and minimalist furniture, including a stainless steel refrigerator and a shelf with books.
from$135/hr
Bright Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo

Central San Mateo, CA

5.0(39)
Venue capacity icon65
Sunny, private and beautiful space located in the heart of Downtown San Mateo. Update as of 10/1/2024: We're very excited to announce of space is larger than before! We are happy to offer more inside area and increased capacity for you next event. Enjoy a...
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A spacious, empty room with wooden flooring, large mirrors on one wall, and two entrance doors at the front.
from$150/hr
Dance Studio, Meeting Space, Cultural Space in Downtown San Mateo

Central San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon30
...Beautiful Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo, CA. This is perfect for dance, yoga and meditation classes, meetings, art gallery and presentations and photoshoots. 850 Square Feet 30 Capacity Benches with storage Wall mirrors Sound System LIST OF AMENITIES Ipod/MP3 compatible and professional sound system...
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A pathway leads through a garden shaded by an overhead trellis, with a bench on one side and greenery lining the sides.
from$150/hr
Charming Historic Garden in Downtown Palo Alto

12.2 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(10)
Venue capacity icon30
The Museum of American Heritage. ...historic irises and an arbor of wisteria in the spring, surrounded by century old redwoods. Garden is on the grounds of a museum that is open to the public, Fri. to Sun. 11am to 4pm. 2-hour parking limits for street parking during the weekdays...
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Art Gallery and Creative Studio at the Intersection of Bernal Heights/Mission/ Noe Valley Image in Bernal Heights, San Francisco, CA
from$500/hr
Art Gallery and Creative Studio at the Intersection of Bernal Heights/Mission/ Noe Valley

13.6 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(7)
Venue capacity icon150
...The two-level space has an art gallery at street level and an art studio at the garden level. - Work by local artists and designers is always on view on both levels. - The space is well suited to a variety of events, from offsite meetings...
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A cozy bookstore with tall bookshelves filled with books, chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, and wooden furniture scattered throughout the space.
from$150/hr
Warm bookstore and art gallery (Mission district)

14 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(37)
Venue capacity icon50
...easily! Great for unique holiday parties, themed mixers, company get togethers, fundraisers and the like. Walking distance to Bart and Muni. Art gallery space in the back as well as nooks and crannies full of books and ephemera. We are a working bookstore but available...
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A spacious dining area is set with long tables adorned with greenery and table settings, while two people prepare the space under string lights.
from$330/hr
Skylit Art Gallery in the Historical Mission District

14.3 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(8)
Venue capacity icon150
...gatherings, and celebrations! Large street-facing windows and skylights bring in energizing amounts of natural light for daytime occasions. Southern Exposure's gallery space is continually programming new exhibitions throughout the year, depending on the time of the booking there may be an installation on...
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A minimalist art gallery features various sculptures displayed on white pedestals against a neutral wall.
from$100/hr
Modern Gallery Space - New Construction

14.4 miles from San Mateo, CA

Venue capacity icon65
...Welcome to our gallery space nestled on Bartlett Street in the vibrant Mission neighborhood of San Francisco. It is a striking, new construction building. Our gallery space boasts the highest level of professional gallery lighting. - fine art exhibitions - video installations - photoshoots - meetings and conferences Located...
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A spacious, modern room with large windows, a concrete floor, a wooden table, and minimalistic decor.
from$99/hr
Beautiful Event Space - Mission District

14.5 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(534)
Venue capacity icon40
Strobespace. FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Guests are allowed to bring their own alcohol • Outside food is allowed • Full kitchen • Cooking and food preparation is allowed on site • Speakers, Projector • Music Rules: Amplified music is allowed by connecting...
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A modern art gallery with large windows and a dining area visible through the glass, featuring a long table set with plates and chairs.
from$400/hr
Design District Gallery Space

14.7 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon250
...Formerly a door factory, this airy and spacious ground-floor location is currently a contemporary art gallery in a large industrial building. The venue is located in the Design District/Showplace Square on Utah Street, situated among numerous cultural institutions in San Francisco's Potrero Hill...
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A cozy interior space featuring a wooden rocking chair, a small coffee table, and a writing desk against a backdrop of vibrant palm leaf wallpaper.
from$35/hr
Tropical Midcentury Modern Writer's Studio with Skylights in Art Space

14.7 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.8(18)
Venue capacity icon5
Our writers room is a beautiful back drop for any small shoot. Head shots, interviews, tutorial recordings, family portraits, fashion shoot, portrait photography, baby / toddler photos etc. The space is elaborately styled to create a complete immersive experience. All furniture and props in the...
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A crowded art gallery features people viewing various artworks displayed on the walls.
from$300/hr
Open Concept Gallery in the Heart of the Castro!

15 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(13)
Venue capacity icon125
...SPACE Art gallery and event space located in the heart of San Francisco! A bi-level, open floor-plan (large main level with smaller upper level separated by 2 steps), approximate 9ft ceiling, concrete floors, toilet, kitchenette, and gated foyer. Natural light provided by three...
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A lively art gallery with people socializing and engaging in conversation while surrounded by various artworks on the walls.
from$250/hr
Art Gallery and Private Events Space in San Francisco, CA

15.1 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon60
...Strike-slip Gallery located in the Mission District is a multi-purpose, active art gallery space upstairs and lounge atelier space downstairs. We consistently rotate unique exhibitions every 6-8 weeks and offer our flexible space as a private event venue for corporate outings, art...
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A spacious art gallery with wooden beams, a central table displaying items, and artwork on the walls.
from$200/hr
Brilliant SoMa Gallery

15.4 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(48)
Venue capacity icon80
Radian Gallery. ...board offsites. Not a good fit for dance parties or other raucous activities. Has been used in many photo shoots. Two adjoining gallery rooms and an upstairs loft/lounge area that overlooks the main space. Incredibly convenient location -- three blocks from Moscone Center, two blocks from...
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A crowd of people sits in a gallery setting, facing a group of speakers in front of a screen, with framed photographs on the walls.
from$85/hr
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA

15.6 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(117)
Venue capacity icon60
Little Raven Gallery. ...space is available to rent for private or public events also has been used for film screenings and workshops and pop up galleries. We are a short walk from the great Moscone Center and flavorful streets like Folsom Street and Mission Street. The space fits...
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A spacious room with rows of black folding chairs facing a large projection screen, illuminated by natural light from large windows.
from$375/hr
Bright, Airy SOMA Space for Breakout or Popup (800 ft²)

15.6 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.8(41)
Venue capacity icon30
...of San Francisco’s SOMA/Yerba Buena district, and only minutes away from Moscone Center, this break out space in our urban-contemporary museum is perfect for pop-ups, break-outs, and small meetings. The space is available during business hours; it adjoins the museum exhibit...
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A dining area with neatly arranged tables covered in white tablecloths and set with glassware and utensils, adjacent to a buffet table with plates and a red rope barrier.
from$499/hr
2,600+ ft² Industrial-Modern Museum Space in the Heart of SOMA ($499/h before 5pm)

15.7 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(32)
Venue capacity icon110
...PLEASE NOTE that rentals after 5pm cost only $375/h. Booking is for use of the single level museum. Conveniently located in the heart of San Francisco’s SOMA/Yerba Buena district, minutes away from Moscone Center, this 2,625 sq ft urban-contemporary space accommodates corporate...
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The scene shows a modern café interior with a wooden table and stools against a wall decorated with various framed artworks, alongside a large window that faces the street.
from$150/hr
Versatile Gallery Creative Space in Neighborhood Setting

15.9 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.7(18)
Venue capacity icon39
Hunt & Gather. ...Flexible gallery space, perfect for intimate gatherings such as tasting parties, birthday parties, networking, team building, meet-ups, and pop-ups. Space fits 10-15 seated or 30-35 standing and can be rearranged in many different configurations to meet your particular needs. High ceilings...
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An interior of a museum or gallery with wooden flooring, framed pictures on the walls, and several tables arranged in the space.
from$250/hr
Urban Museum in the Heart of the City

16 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.8(11)
Venue capacity icon120
Tenderloin Museum. ...An intimate, beautifully designed museum dedicated to preserving the Tenderloin neighborhood and revitalizing the community. We've hosted film screenings, lectures, and powerful presentations for our community and we'd like to host your event too. We are an elegant, spacious museum with beautiful counter...
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An art gallery featuring large, colorful paintings on the walls and a wooden bench positioned in the center of the room.
from$500/hr
Third Level Gallery

16 miles from San Mateo, CA

Venue capacity icon120
...Our Third Level Gallery is a contemporary art museum that celebrates Black cultures, ignites challenging conversations, and inspires learning through the global lens of the African Diaspora. The Third Floor Gallery features premiere works of art from artists across the Diaspora. The artist and the...
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A spacious interior of a wooden room with a mezzanine level, featuring minimalist furniture, large windows, and polished concrete flooring.
from$150/hr
Custom Wood Paneled Gallery Space in the Sunset

16.1 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(16)
Venue capacity icon40
...Our space consists of an open ground floor gallery space that can be configured for a variety of uses. Visitors generally comment on how welcoming and comfortable the space feels to be in. Custom built lighting and amenities add to the refined feeling of the...
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Spacious Union Square Contemporary Gallery in Historic Building Image in Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA
from$300/hr
Spacious Union Square Contemporary Gallery in Historic Building

16.2 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(18)
Venue capacity icon200
Chandran Gallery. ...Currently Featuring an Installation of Flowers by world-renowned artists. Spacious, newly renovated Contemporary Art Gallery in the heart of San Francisco on Geary St. Expansive first floor leads you to our elegant staircase and 20ft ceiling second floor of the gallery. Lots of natural...
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An art-focused interior space featuring a mix of framed photographs and paintings on the walls, various seating arrangements, and a long dining table.
from$130/hr
Downtown Eclectic Gallery for Small Gatherings

16.3 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(112)
Venue capacity icon45
FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Guests are allowed to bring their own alcohol • Outside food is allowed • Kitchenette • Only food preparation is allowed on site • Television • Music Rules: DJ and amplified music is allowed • Space Rules...
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An art gallery interior with framed artworks displayed on the white walls and wooden flooring.
from$150/hr
Brand New Gallery in SF Chinatown

16.4 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(6)
Venue capacity icon80
...Welcome to BlueStream Gallery, an artistic haven located in vibrant Chinatown in San Francisco. Our gallery space is the perfect venue for a wide range of events and creative endeavors. Whether you're planning an art exhibition, a photography shoot, a workshop, or a private...
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A spacious room is set up with rows of folding chairs facing a long table, surrounded by large windows showcasing black-and-white photographs.
from$75/hr
Iconic North Beach Gathering Space

16.7 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(397)
Venue capacity icon50
Manilatown Heritage Foundation. This 1,350 square-foot ADA compliant multipurpose space is a fluid, flexible environment for private meetings and gatherings that are not open to the general public. Activities range from classes, meetings and team building activities. Located in the lively North Beach Chinatown and Historic Manilatown district...
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A bright room features elegant seating, a wooden table, and a wall adorned with framed photographs.
from$295/hr
Speakeasy, Art gallery with an Outdoor Garden in the Heart of North Beach.

16.9 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(14)
Venue capacity icon120
Foreign Lens. ...wonderful Bohemian indoor gallery, speakeasy and outdoor event space in the heart of North Beach. We are located in the most historically untouched neighborhood of San Francisco. The space is a block away from where the poet Laurence Ferlinghetti wrote and filmmaker Francis Coppola created...
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A wooden bar with four metal stools and a television mounted on a wooden wall.
from$75/hr
Brand New Downtown retail space that could be used for various reasons.

17 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(7)
Venue capacity icon30
• Perfect space for pop ups, meet and greets, photo shoots, listening parties and more. • Unique custom register area that gives you a bar feel • Conveniently Located in the Downtown Oakland Area, 2 blocks away from public transportation • Comfortably fits about 40...
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A modern conference room features a large white table surrounded by gray chairs, with colorful artwork displayed on the walls and a green glass door leading to another space.
from$25/hr
Small Meeting Room Inside of Broadway Gallery

17 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.7(29)
Venue capacity icon8
...and trainings. Perfect for video production or podcast recordings. Located on the first floor with access to natural light in the Broadway Gallery. Mostly white room with art deco white table...
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A brightly lit art gallery featuring colorful paintings on the walls and a spacious wooden floor.
from$150/hr
Creative Space in Downtown Oakland

17.1 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.7(10)
Venue capacity icon75
...fully customizable space in Downtown Oakland that serves as an art gallery, and event space. This space allows for various different styles of meetings and gatherings, movie screenings and performances, and the perfect place for networking workshops...
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A photographer is adjusting a lighting setup in a studio while another person prepares a backdrop.
from$65/hr
Photography studio with skylight in store front gallery

17.2 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(119)
Venue capacity icon10
RBA Creative. The studio works well for fashion photo shoots, portraits, product shots, some conceptual work, and small video projects. Our photo/production studio is equipped with seamless backdrops, a tripod, continuous lighting, large video monitor, chroma key, as well as a wireless PA system. In addition, we...
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A contemporary art gallery featuring a central white pedestal with art installations and several paintings displayed on the surrounding walls.
from$300/hr
Beautiful Upscale Art Gallery & Studio Space Located in the heart of Downtown Oakland

17.2 miles from San Mateo, CA

Venue capacity icon100
...Extensive gallery space located in the historic Uptown Station building in the heart of bustling Downtown Oakland. Directly connected to multiple public transportation resources, venues, bars, and restaurants. Elegant multi-use space with an open layout design great for hosting a variety of events from...
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A spacious art gallery or studio with a mix of plants, wall art, and modern furniture arranged in a well-lit setting.
from$95/hr
Common Space - Art Gallery + Plant Store in Outer Richmond District of San Francisco

17.6 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(84)
Venue capacity icon50
...is not allowed • Ideal space for: Baby Showers, Reception Events (Engagement Party, Anniversary, etc.), Social Parties (Adult Birthdays, Graduations, etc.) Bright art gallery filled with live plants + minimal furniture located in the Outer Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco. On Balboa St. along a cute commercial...
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A dining setup is arranged in a hall with tables dressed in light-colored linens, featuring floral centerpieces and a projector screen in the background.
from$700/hr
Draw your guests to your next event at our new waterfront location!

17.6 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon134
...Host your next event at this museum! Our new location in the Fisherman’s Wharf waterfront district is a perfect space for unique and quirky events, the building’s historic façade and interior architecture add charm to the characters on display. With 4,000+ square...
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The interior of the gallery features several round tables with light-colored tablecloths, surrounded by chairs, and adorned with vases of flowers, alongside framed photographs displayed on concrete walls.
from$110/hr
Modern Loft-Style Event Gallery

18.5 miles from San Mateo, CA

5.0(49)
Venue capacity icon30
Pacific Landscapes Gallery. ...music • Ideal space for: Baby Showers, Holiday Party, Reception Events (Engagement Party, Anniversary, etc.) This space is a loft-style landscape photography gallery. It features 750 square feet downstairs, and about 200 square feet upstairs in an open loft. The front features 18 feet of...
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Sunny Meeting Room in the Oakland Redwoods Image in Joaquin Miller Park, Oakland, CA
from$225/hr
Sunny Meeting Room in the Oakland Redwoods

19.2 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.8(9)
Venue capacity icon40
...Classroom 1 - Availability: Museum Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday | 10AM-5PM After Hours Rental: Monday - Tuesday| 9AM-5PM, Monday - Sunday | 5PM-10PM Museum admission & Planetarium shows are included with your room rental during museum hours Wed-Sun 10AM-5PM. Special admission may be added during closed...
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Meeting Room Nestled in Oakland Hills Redwoods Image in Joaquin Miller Park, Oakland, CA
from$225/hr
Meeting Room Nestled in Oakland Hills Redwoods

19.2 miles from San Mateo, CA

4.9(7)
Venue capacity icon30
...Classroom 2 - Museum Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday | 10AM-5PM After Hours Rental: Monday - Tuesday| 9AM-5PM, Monday - Sunday | 5PM-10PM Classroom 2 is a flexible meeting space inside the Chabot Space & Science Center. Surrounded by 13 acres of majestic redwoods in the Oakland Hills, Chabot...
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A long table displays an elaborate spread of fruits, cheeses, meats, and decorative flowers in a brightly lit event space.
from$250/hr
Bridge Gallery and Beer Garden

25.3 miles from San Mateo, CA

Venue capacity icon300
...Discover the Magic of Bridge Gallery: An Event Space Unlike Any Other** Looking for an enchanting setting for your next celebration or corporate gathering? Let Bridge Gallery transform your vision into an unforgettable experience. From intimate book signings to exuberant birthday celebrations; from elegant small...
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