Venues & Event Spaces near Topanga, CA

“Butterfly day was fun. However, I feel bad for the butterflies.. they don't let them free, and the cross traffic within the exhibit was destructive towards the beautiful bugs. A lot of butterflies had torn wings and were dying on the floor.. they did not have milkweed or any other flower that the flying fairies like to eat. The Mountain Mermaid itself is beautiful and fun, tho!”

“The 1909 is an extraordinary venue nestled in the rustic beauty of Topanga Canyon. Its unique charm is evident from the moment you step onto the property, with a serene, woodsy ambiance created by the lush surroundings of oak trees and the gentle flow of Topanga Creek. This setting provides an ethereal backdrop that feels both intimate and magical, perfect for a memorable wedding day.

One of the standout features of The 1909 is the professionalism and flexibility of the site manager. They are incredibly accommodating and eager to work with you to fulfill your specific requests, ensuring that every detail aligns with your vision. This level of support contributes to a seamless planning and execution process, relieving much of the typical wedding day stress.

The venue's staff is also commendable, known for their dedication and attention to detail. Their efforts ensure that every aspect of the event runs smoothly, allowing you and your guests to fully enjoy the celebration. From the ceremony deck to the indoor ballroom, The 1909 offers various picturesque locations that cater to different parts of your wedding, making it a versatile choice.

In terms of amenities, The 1909 has most of what you need to realize your dream wedding. The venue includes essential items such as tables, chairs, and lighting, with additional rustic upgrades available to enhance the aesthetic. They also provide valet parking for weekend events and an in-house catering service that offers organic, locally sourced food, adding to the venue’s appeal

Overall, The 1909 is a fantastic choice for couples seeking a unique and enchanting venue with excellent service and comprehensive amenities.”

“My husband and I had our wedding just a couple months back in March and it was everything we had envisioned!! Bel Air Bay Club is such a beautiful venue that provides a breathtaking backdrop for the ceremony and such an awesome indoor reception space that acts more like a blank canvas allowing for a couples to really create a space that embodies their vision and personality, no matter your budget. For the couples that our budget conscious, the venue is all encompassing and does not require you add a ton of decor but for those who want to go over the top there is plenty of space to doll it up. We were somewhere in between as we did not want to spend a huge amount on venue decorations, which is why this venue was perfect for us. The staff at the venue from Jenny to Kira were super helpful in answering all of our questions from start to finish. They had great communication from the moment we filled out the inquiry form to the day of our wedding. They did have a few staff transitions but been with that, communication was great in the handoff process. The true MVP was my wedding concierge - she was AMAZING!! She made sure I was taken care of from wiping my tears to making sure I was eating throughout the entire night. She even took a few pics that was such a sweet treat to look at the end of our wedding night. The tasting was really good as well. It was great being able to try their popular selections for food and wine; many of the items we chose for our wedding day. The day of our wedding, the dinner did not wow us like how it did in the tasting but the guests could not stop raving about the flatbread and ceviche during the cocktail hour. As for the "cons".... We wished we had the flexibility to to confirm our rehearsal date/time sooner than 14 days as you can imagine our wedding party and parents had a ton of questions on where to be and by when as they planned out their own travel logistics. It was an inconvenience for members of wedding party who were flying in from out of town to book hotels and flights 14 days out. This impacted their ability to take advantage of our hotel room block and ultimately had the wedding party split up across various hotels in Santa Monica which did not allow for them to take advantage of some of the pre-wedding festivities the day of our wedding. Also, payment options are only limited to check payments. Given our experiences with guests not receiving our mailed save the dates and wedding invitations we were concerned about the checks getting lost in the mail. Luckily all payments were received on time but given the digital era it would have been more efficient to send these payments via wire transfer. General wedding advice, make sure you actually read the contracts in full for all of your vendors. We wouldn't say there were surprises but you should fully understand what the Food and Beverage (F&B) minimum is. We interpreted it as a contract/venue minimum but we found out later it is purely a minimum that can only be reached through food and beverage purchases. It was a slight inconvenience as we were thinking about some of the upgrades (i.e chairs, chargers, dance floor etc.) could be included in reaching this minimum. Otherwise, this venue was amazing and so happy we did our due diligence in researching! BABC met our expectations and if we could do it again....we would pick this place 1,000 times over!! Also highly recommend the passed champagne for your guests upon entry to your ceremony, you won't regret it!!!”

“I went to this place with my kid after try another ones in the area and I really like this place, how clean it is, the different stations and toy and a place for the parents take a rest while can watch their kids closely”

“We visit Adam's Garden regularly and it is always a great time. The size of the place is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers with just the right amount of space to let them explore without losing track of them. We recently hosted my 3 years old's birthday party at I couldn't be happier. Jenny was super helpful in the coordinating process and Desiree and Brian were excellent on the day of the party. They handled all the set up and clean up all while keeping the kids entertained and engaged throughout the party. Great place to host a party!”

“The Santa Monica Pier feels like a lawless land. It's always a little crazy with hordes of people with selfie sticks, vendors selling all sorts of tourist stuff, rides that I have never been on, and of course a lovely view of the ocean. As a resident of the general area, I would never go here regularly but it is a quintessential place to see.”

“My siblings and I loved Architect! The room was super tricky but luckily we were able to get some helpful hints via walkie talkie. The room itself was also ornately decorated and we would definitely come back to try the others!”

“I recently had an outstanding experience with the staff and management team at Etage event venue. Not only were they incredibly helpful, but they went above and beyond to assist me with last-minute decorations. The management team even provided a glue gun when I found myself without one, ensuring that my decorations came together seamlessly. Additionally, they anticipated my needs and had sandbags available, saving me from a potential headache. The exceptional service and attention to detail truly made my experience memorable. Highly recommend!”

“The pool complex does not open until Memorial Day weekwnd, May 25th. Open daily June 26-Sept 2. A classic pool. Huge. Lots of lounge chairs and umbrellas. Very good changing rooms with devices to spin your wet cloths dry. There is NO depth less than abt 3 feet. Non-swimmers must be accompanied by adult. They have lots of swim vests.”

“My husband and I stayed there for our 10th anniversary and we could not have been more pleased. Upon arrival the reception clerk not only upgraded us (due to our anniversary) but also sent up a bottle of bubbly that was waiting for us when we walked in to our room. When he heard we had three kids he gave us fun sand toys for them and when we arrived at dinner that night (at the hotel restaurant) he had noted that it was our anniversary and they made the whole night special. We felt like the entire staff went out of their way to make our stay exceptional and it is still one of our favorite memories. I would highly recommend to anyone who wants an excellent and memorable vacation to stay here. You will not be disappointed! You will be wowed.”

“I'd never been to an escape room before, but had always been curious. For my 70th birthday I wanted to do something new and different. This experience was the perfect choice! I had a blast!! Owner, Ivan, is great. He helped make our time there even more enjoyable and I definitely want to go again sometime.”

“I had my daughters Quinceñera here and it was the best time. The hall is beautiful the staff are nice and very on top of things. I definitely recommend this hall for any kind of events. Victor is very nice and very accommodating he is easy to work with.”

“What more could you want? Stellar American grub and wildly reasonable drink prices. find yourself a comfy seat and enjoy fantastic service and a game anywhere you look. did i mention its on a golf course?”

“I have been at this particular venue to the museum several times I love the fact that you parking is free makes it so much easier to attend for those of us that are in the budget. I really love this venue. It’s amazing and thank you for that experience, it was more intimate so I enjoyed it a lot more than any other experience experience in other venues thank you so so much continue to make this more possible by making more concerts more you know musicians may piano don’t know just amazing. Thank you so much.”

“I used to be a regular at Shutters but then had a number of service mishaps that drove me to other properties in the area, most often the Fairmont. But I decided to give it another try. It's a famous property in Santa Monica on the beach, an amazing location, and a great place from which to enjoy the culture and sites of the area.I stayed in a lovely suite with a balcony and, although their material claimed it had a beach view, that was an exaggeration. It was actually a view of the parking lot and you could barely see the beach.Unfortunately, I once again had some service issues with the specifics of what was supposed to happen for a special event, which I had outlined in two-way electronic correspondence which they had confirmed. The manager apologized and was very diligent in trying to remedy the situation, so I will give them credit for that, though the communication error among their staff that caused this service mishap was a hotel management 101 mistake and not what I would expect from a true luxury brand.From the standpoint of a recommendation, I still recommend the property for its on site services and location. I do feel that they are committed to high quality service, but somehow I've been unlucky and am personally not motivated to try again. I've had no such issues in my last visits to the Fairmont Santa Monica, which I would recommend more highly.”

“I have been to many banquets, this one topped all of them. It had great food, everyone had a great time, and the pricing was fair. I will definitely be back here again for many more events. Thank you so much for the team and the service they provided.”

“OMG!! Cinema Town Studios is literally a GEM. Manoosh (the owner) is such a badass and truly is committed to her work. You feel very taken care of when you enter her space and I couldn't recommend her and CTS more!”

“Place is beautifully well kept there service and security was amazing and felt safe! The venue hall was spacious for a great event, and the staff was friendly and welcoming!”

“I had the pleasure of hosting my wedding at this banquet On Saturday (10.14.23). this wedding banquet was an absolute dream come true. The stunning venue, exquisite food, exceptional service, seamless coordination, and outstanding entertainment made it an experience I will cherish forever. If you're looking to create unforgettable memories on your special day, I wholeheartedly recommend this venue for your wedding banquet. It truly deserves all the stars!”

“We were here last Saturday for a party for my grand niece. It was a beautiful night to be outside. Tables were set up and they have lights hanging which is pretty. There was a DJ and it was a nice area to set up the buffet. Restrooms are inside and there is plenty of parking behind across the street. GPS makes it awkward to find the parking though.”

“Love this club if you just want a formal dinner with an older crow settings . The view to the golf course is fantastic.Their menu has a good variety to choose from.Great service !”

“I have celebrated my Mother’s birthday this past 2/10/23 at The Luxury Sapphire Banquet Hall, Thank you for making our events so special. You food is great, the place is very spacious and have a great lighting. Ownership , management and staff are nothing short of amazing! Their service is above and beyond of what is expected. Thank You so much ! We look forward to working with them again in the near future as we had worked with them 7 years ago!!”

“Great Dia De Los Muertos Car Show beautiful oldie car car displays los of live music,Aztec dancers,face painting,different food trucks lots of stands with handcrafts,shirts,hats,jewelry, purses,toys,jumpers,”

“This three story, understated building has a small meeting room on the first floor and on the second, a large, sound isolated meeting hall, with kitchen and wheelchair accessible bathrooms. There is a stage located about four feet above room's floor. No audio-visual is provided. The staff is knowledgeable and cooperative.”

“We celebrated our Daughter's 18th birthday party. Once the lights were turned on at night, it is a beautiful scenery. The place has a koi pond which is really cool. Our guests were very impressed! We had a great time! We didn't want the party to end. Joe was very attentive to our needs. He was very responsive. We highly recommend this place for family events!”

“I have interviewed many doctors for the purpose of hair transplant and was fortunate enough to choose Dr. Aslan as my doctor. I have waited 18 months to make sure nothing goes wrong with my hair to write an accurate review.
My hair looks so full and natural, to the point that no one believes I ever had any work done on my hair. My experience didn't end there. His excellent work convinced me to return to Istanbul for a second procedure of my eyelids and under-eye bags Surgery. The results were also amazing and made the long trip from Los Angeles to Istanbul well worth it. I strongly and truly recommend Dr. Aslan to everyone.”

“Celebrated my daughters Quinceañera January 27 and I just want to thank Jorge and his team at hello banquet! The venue is very pretty. Plenty of parking. Food, salad bar, and cocktail drinks were delicious. Any concerns or issues we noticed hello banquet took care of it immediately. The powder room was perfect for my daughter’s wardrobe change when it was time for her surprise dance.”

“We hosted our child's 8th birthday party here, and it was a blast! The facility is great, and to top it off the staff that helped us that day was phenomenal. Now I'm going to be taking my younger children there for their sports programs. Love this place!”

“I know Kim Bassinher and Alex Baldwin lived near here I went to Alex's home cause it was an assignment from Star magazine I do know that the photo I went with near Alex's and Kim's home got a black eye wait his name was Alan Zanger why on earth we went back to Alex bs home I don't know because Alan feared his temper”