How to Host a Private Event at the Annenberg Community Beach House

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Events come in all shapes and sizes. With 5-acres to work with, the Beach House presents many possibilities. Based on your vision for your event, the sales team will match you with the space that best suits your needs - with year-round availability, beautiful views and soft ocean breezes. Whether you are planning a wedding, a graduation party, team-building exercises, executive presentations, meetings or retreats, the Beach House fuels delight and renewal - it's better at the beach.

Amenities include an open courtyard with activation spaces, onsite coordinator for event support, onsite parking, speedy Wi-Fi, and easy access to downtown Santa Monica, Los Angeles, and LAX.

Our sales staff is available to find the perfect Beach House space for your gathering. Please call us at (310) 458-4934 or submit an Event Inquiry Form.

MEETINGS & RETREATS

Business, inspired.

From team-building exercises to executive presentations, meetings to retreats, the site allows your group to mix business with California beach leisure.

Flexible space for groups from 10 to 400. For events requiring all guests in one room, we can accommodate up to 120 persons. The Sand & Sea Room and Event House rooms are equipped with one-touch projectors and screens and wireless internet is available throughout the site.

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WEDDINGS & CELEBRATIONS

Flip flops or high heels?

Whether your special day includes a wedding ceremony or a birthday cake, the Beach House offers both historic Hollywood glamour and modern coastal California style to set the scene.

The Beach House is ideal for ceremonies up to 130, and receptions up to 150, utilizing a combination of indoor and outdoor space. Our low season (November thru April) offers the possibility to rent our outdoor areas, in conjunction with indoor space, for larger events.
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Deliciously diverse select partners

The Beach House has partnered with a diverse group of caterers, at your service to craft memorable fare for your event. Please note that outside food and beverage is not permitted at the Beach House.

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When can private events, meetings and casual gatherings take place?

From Labor Day through Memorial Day, the Beach House is an ideal location for meetings and events. Meetings and events may take place Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 10:00pm, and Saturday and Sunday between 8:00am and 11:00pm. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the Beach House is open to the public daily, to be enjoyed by all with no membership required. During this time, weekend space rentals are available beginning at 7:00pm.

Please note that the Beach House is not available for private rental on Holidays/Holiday weekends.

What types of events do you host or allow?

Conferences, Product Launches, Team Building
Holiday Parties and Social Events
Weddings and Celebrations
Location for Photo, Film and TV Shoots
Full Site Buyouts
Wrap Parties
Pool Parties
Organizations and businesses may advertise and charge admission fees only if ticket sales are in advance and a guest list is finalized prior to the start of the event.

Can food and beverages be served at my event?

Food and beverages can be served by one of the Beach House approved caterers. The Beach House does not allow home-prepared, outside purchased, or take-out prepared food or snacks. Before booking, please contact an approved caterer directly for menu pricing. All catered meetings must have catering staff in attendance during the meeting. Daytime meetings with 20 or fewer attendees may have the caterer drop off an order and do not require catering staff in attendance.

Can alcohol be served at my event?

Beach House caterers must supply and serve all beverages including beer, wine and champagne. Hard alcohol is not permitted. Alcoholic beverages must be served by catering staff from bars that are located indoors. Bars may not be located outdoors. Self-served alcohol is not permitted.

Guests are welcome to enjoy their drinks in the outdoor areas that have been rented for your event. For your guests' safety, bar services must end 30 minutes prior to the end of your event, with last call no later than 40 minutes prior to the end of your event.

Glassware, glass stemware, glass bottles and glass containers are not permitted in the pool area, Sand & Sea Room or on the View deck. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the beach or outside of the Beach House property.

How does guest parking work?

Seasonal parking rates range from $8 - $12 per car. Based on the size and scope of event, Event Services may require a parking attendant, whose cost is the responsibility of the client. Clients may pre-pay for guest parking permits or guests may self-pay at the Park & Pay machines located in the lots. While you may pre-pay for parking, please be aware that parking is never guaranteed on our site.

How much does it cost to host a private event at the Beach House?

You may choose from a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces for your event. Rental rates vary by space, season, day of week, and time of your event. Spaces may be rented individually or in combination, and range from $900-4000 in price. Outdoor spaces may only be rented in conjunction with an indoor space rental.

What about audio visual services?

The Sand & Sea Room and Event House rooms (Garden Terrace Room, Garden Terrace Lounge and Club Room) are each equipped with one-touch screens and projectors compatible with PC laptops and DVD players. MAC users must supply their own VGA adapter. The Beach House does not provide event lighting, sound equipment, speakers or microphones. The Marion Davies Guest House is equipped with a surround sound system, with the ability for clients to supply their own iPod or CDs. For social events, DJs frequently provide sound for their clients. Please note that the Beach House does not provide an in-house A/V tech.

What are the payment policies?

All estimated costs must be paid prior to your event. Once you have reviewed and signed the permit, a deposit of 50% of the estimated rental fee is required to secure the date. Your permit will specify the due date for the balance of estimated costs. Payments may be made by check or credit card. The Beach House accepts MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express. We do not accept cash payments for event costs.

Any other questions? Please contact us via email at BeachHouseEvents@santamonica.gov or call us at (310) 458-4934.

Thank you for considering the Beach House. We look forward to hosting your event.

Are there special rates for non - profit organizations and government agencies?

Non-profit entities with 501(c)3 status and government agencies may receive special rates on a first-come, first-served basis Monday thru Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Limited discounts may be available for evening events. Discounts are not available in July and August. Non-profit and governmental organizations are always welcome to book at market rates.

What does rental include?

Our Event Services team works with you and your vendor(s) to provide seamless service from initial inquiry through the event itself. Your rental includes exclusive use of the permitted space for the specified time period, Beach House furnishings, custodial services, labor for set-up and break-down, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a dedicated Event Services representative onsite at all times during your event.

If additional access to the space is desired prior to the permitted time for any reason, including extra set-up time for wedding or other rehearsals, the space may be rented for an additional time period. Clients are required to use Beach House furniture, which has been selected to provide a variety of seating options, tables and lounge furniture. Furniture from outside rental companies at the Beach House is not permitted. Items such as dance floors, outdoor heaters, linens, china, flatware, glassware or other items related to food service may be rented by you or your caterer from outside vendors.

Are there other event charges?

Depending on the scope and complexity of your event, clients may incur additional charges for:

• Security - Our Event Services team may determine that your event requires security personnel for the safety of your guests and to ensure that activities do not impact nearby residents.

• Lifeguards - Required if your event includes the Pool/Pool Deck.

• Parking Attendants - Required for evening events, or for daytime events with a large number of attendees.

• Ceremony fee - A fee of $450.00 is charged for ceremonies taking place on the Beach House site.

• Additional Staff – Pending management review, additional Event Attendants may be scheduled to staff your event.

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