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San Francisco’s smart buildings make meeting planning a breeze. AIRPORT SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CONFERENCE CENTER Square Feet: 20,500 Guest Rooms: 3,000 nearby 255 S. AIRPORT BLVD, SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO 94080 1-650-877-8787 | Fax: 1-650-877-5356 | ssfconf.com | kkearney@ssfconf.com Distance from Moscone Center: 10.7 miles LOCATION Twenty-five years between the Heart of the City and the Heart of Innovation. Located at the heart of the biotech region, the leading edge of Silicon Valley, minutes from San Francisco International Airport and 15 minutes from downtown San Francisco, with more than 3,000 hotels rooms nearby. GREEN FEATURES: LEED Gold - South San Francisco Conference Center is certified GOLD under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. MEETING/BANQUET FACILITIES Affordable event venue for conferences, meetings and conventions. Top-quality conference facilities with highly competitive meeting rates and services in a venue that is designed exclusively to host meetings and events; we also offer special prices for local accommodations. Full-service facility. Professional staff and flexible facilities with on-site catering and AV resources, business services and state-of-the-art telecommunications. AMENITIES • 20,500 square feet (1,911 square meters) of meeting space • The Grand Ballroom can be divided into as many as 10 meeting rooms • The Baden Room can be divided into two meeting rooms • Complimentary wireless connectivity • No visual obstructions or columns • Private office for event staff RINCON HILL TERRA GALLERY & EVENT VENUE Square Feet: 24,000 Levels: 2 511 HARRISON ST., SAN FRANCISCO 94105 415-896-1234 | 877-511-aRts (2787)) | Fax: 415-896-2222 terrasf.com | info@terrasf.com BOOKING INQUIRIES 511 Harrison st., San Francisco 94105 415-896-1234 | 877-511-ARTS (2787)) | Fax: 415-896-2222 terrasf.com | info@terrasf.com | Contact: events Distance from Moscone Center: 0.6 miles LOCATION Conveniently located at 511 Harrison St. (at First) on Rincon Hill in San Francisco’s South of Market (SoMa) district. Terra is just minutes away from downtown San Francisco’s top hotels, restaurants and cultural activities. GREEN FEATURES: Terra is committed to environmental responsibility. SPECIAL EVENT FACILITIES Sophisticated, elegant, versatile Terra Gallery & Event Venue can accommodate events ranging from large-scale corporate meetings, conferences and classes, trade shows, product launches, fundraisers, auctions, screenings and performances...to weddings, intimate receptions and private parties. Terra offers two diverse levels with a total of 24,000 square feet that can be connected or kept totally separate, providing multiple environments to suit your needs. There is also a 3,000-square-foot landscaped outdoor area. AMENITIES The spacious, open upper level, Terra Gallery, has 5,000 square feet of Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, white gallery walls hung with art, soaring ceilings and a carpeted reception area with floor-to-ceiling windows with blackout capabilities. The carpeted lounge area has leather furniture and a baby grand piano. Mer, the lower level, has an inlaid glass tile serpentine bar, a contemporary receiving room, hardwood floors, a built-in oak stage with lighting and large restrooms. One of the highlights of this level is a 3,000 square foot landscaped outdoor area, which can be tented to seat up to 300. SERVICES Terra’s talented and experienced team will work closely with you throughout to ensure that your event is seamless and outstanding. All your special event needs can be accommodated under one roof. Our two floors of unique and versatile space allow us to customize and separate the venue to suit your needs so you can have your meetings, receptions and dinner parties all in one convenient location. • Prep kitchen on each floor • State-of-the-art sound system and acoustical treatment • Gallery lighting • Contemporary art on display, or install your own • Multimedia capabilities including live-feed real-time conferencing • Increased bandwidth in/out available at competitive rates • Parking available nearby, valet service upon request • In-house beverage service • In-house up-lighting and sheer curtains/draperies FINANCIAL DISTRICT THE CITY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO Square Feet: 10,000 155 SANSOME ST., SAN FRANCISCO 94104 415-362-2480 | Fax: 415-362-2042 | cityclubsf.com catering@cityclubsf.com BOOKING INQUIRIES 415-362-2480 | catering@cityclubsf.com Distance from Moscone Center: 0.7 miles LOCATION Located in the heart of San Francisco's thriving Financial District, The City Club of San Francisco provides the ideal venue for corporate gatherings of all sizes, from a small business meeting for 10 to a grand affair for 800 guests. As one of the city's most magnificent and exclusive venues, The City Club allows you the luxury of a private club atmosphere set high above the city in a historic and architecturally stunning landmark building. GREEN FEATURES: Committed to environmental responsibility, including a comprehensive trash and recycling program. Food sourced locally. MEETINGS/BANQUET FACILITIES The City Club of San Francisco has over 10,000 square feet of flexible, natural light-filled event spaces to offer, including two 2,500 square foot grand dining rooms that are adjoined by a majestic staircase alongside Diego Rivera's famed fresco, The Allegory of California. All meeting rooms and event spaces feature views of the beautiful San Francisco skyline, and one-of-a-kind art deco interiors and furnishings. Our experienced event planning professionals assist with every detail, from initial inquiry through final production, offering a customized, seamless, one-stop-shop experience. AMENITIES • Unique art deco "museum-like" interiors, with world-famous art and architecture unlike anywhere else in San Francisco • Exquisite cuisine produced in-house, featuring local and sustainable purveyors • Outstanding professional service staff • Full service event planning assistance, production, and management • Central location, one block from BART, Muni, Cable Car, and many nearby hotels • Fiber optics Wi-Fi and audiovisual services • Florals and accent lighting • Tables, chairs, china, glassware, silverware all included in venue rental EMBARCADERO HORNBLOWER CRUISES & EVENTS Belle Capacity: 1,500 California Capacity: 645 Spirit Capacity: 400 PIER 3, HORNBLOWER LANDING SAN FRANCISCO 94111 415-438-8300 | 888-HORNBLOWER | Fax: 415-434-0425 hornblower.com Distance from Moscone Center: 1.3 miles Convention space as you’ve never seen it before…on the water! Hornblower Cruises & Events allows large groups to experience an event on the San Francisco Bay, when in the past they’ve had to settle for a venue on land. LOCATION Hornblower Cruises & Events is conveniently located at Pier 3, Hornblower Landing, steps from downtown San Francisco. Pier 3 is two piers north of the Ferry Building and is easily accessible from public transportation, including BART and Muni. Undoubtedly, Hornblower offers a unique site for any event, including conventions, tradeshows and conferences. See legendary landmarks from the comfort of a yacht, such as the Golden Gate, the Bay Bridge, McCovey Cove and Alcatraz. Yachts can stay dockside and/or sail the scenic bay. FACILITIES The San Francisco Belle: A 292-foot Bay Area landmark and the largest private charter yacht on the West Coast. Offers more than 30,000 square feet of space, and features three expansive, fully enclosed decks, complete wrap-around decks and a spacious sundeck with a canopy cover. Amenities include art nouveau décor, large staging areas, four bars, elevators and numerous staircases. The California Hornblower: A 183- foot vessel featuring three spacious climate controlled decks, mahogany bars, expansive promenade decks and a sundeck. Other shipboard amenities include an elegant foyer, windows with panoramic views, a sound system and mahogany dance floors. The San Francisco Spirit: A sleek, 150-foot luxury yacht with three decks featuring two dance areas, three bars, and an expansive bow and sundeck great for a lounge area. SERVICES All vessels are owned and operated by Hornblower Cruises & Events, a company with over 30 years of event experience. Professional, detail-oriented event coordinators will ensure your event is a success. Hornblower can accommodate all your catering needs, including breakfasts, team building, luncheons, meetings, receptions and dinners. All cuisine is freshly prepared on board by talented chefs and served by attentive, uniformed stewards. Offering a full-service entertainment department, Hornblower can assist with your audiovisual needs and provide musical entertainment. From casino tables to team building activities, they can accommodate almost any request. Other services include professional photography, equipment rentals, florals, lighting and transportation. FINANCIAL DISTRICT THE JULIA MORGAN BALLROOM Square Feet: 360 to 4,368 465 CALIFORNIA ST., 15TH FL., SAN FRANCISCO 94104 415-851-7447 | Fax: 415-397-1904 | juliamorganballroom.com info@juliamorganballroom.com BOOKING INQUIRIES 465 California st., 16th Fl., San Francisco 94104 415-851-7447 | Fax: 415-397-1904 info@juliamorganballroom.com Contact: Philip Spiegel Distance from Moscone Center: 0.8 miles LOCATION Situated atop the landmark Merchants Exchange building at California and Montgomery Streets, the Julia Morgan Ballroom boasts an unparalleled location at the very heart of San Francisco’s vibrant Financial District. Strategically positioned amid fine hotels, notable restaurants, cultural attractions and the energy of the city’s financial nerve center, the ballroom offers event-goers the best of everything San Francisco has to offer, including numerous public transportation options just steps away and abundant evening parking. MEETING/BANQUET FACILITIES The breathtaking Julia Morgan Ballroom offers more than 4,300 square feet of unobstructed exhibit and event space, and its five accompanying breakout rooms and bar and lounge range make the venue flexible enough to handle multi-faceted events and multiple breakout sessions. For even larger events, the ballroom may be booked in conjunction with its downstairs sister venue, the stylish Merchants Exchange Club. This stunning venue adds an additional 6,500 square feet of unobstructed space to the ballroom’s total, along with a variety of customized configurations and setups. AMENITIES • Timeless, fully renovated beaux-arts finishes • Turnkey event packages • Breakout rooms • Gourmet in-house catering • Bar service • Audio/visual packages • Floral • Lighting • High speed Wi-Fi • Equipment rentals • Two blocks to BART & Muni • Abundant evening parking • Valet service NOB HILL THE MASONIC Capacity: 4,000 1111 CALIFORNIA ST., SAN FRANCISCO 94108 415-776-7457 | Fax: 415-723-7705 sfmasonic.com | sf.events@livenation.com BOOKING INQUIRIES Live Nation: 251 Rhode Island st., Ste. 200 San Francisco, 94103 | 415-281-9227 | Fax: 415-723-7705 specialevents.livenation.com | taraporter@livenation.com Contact: tara Porter Distance from Moscone Center: 0.2 miles Conveniently located just blocks away from downtown San Francisco, the Masonic offers the ultimate in convenience, with flexible meeting and exhibition space along with a theater filled with history. Our staff will work with you to provide the personal attention necessary to ensure a successful event whether your guest count is 50 or 3,300. LOCATION In the City by the Bay there is a special neighborhood that presents an awe-inspiring picture of historic San Francisco — illustrious Nob Hill. Surrounded by world class hotels that blend elegance and charm, the newly renovated Masonic has been a part of San Francisco’s culture for more than 50 years. MEETING/BANQUET FACILITIES Auditorium: With the change from a fixed seat venue to a flexible, multi-tiered venue, the uses of the Masonic become endless — meetings, banquets, receptions and concerts. The tiered open floor plan provides event flexibility of numerous configurations for 100 to 3,300. Grand Lobby: The pillared porch welcomes you into its beautiful marble and terrazzo Grand Lobby with awe-inspiring views of San Francisco and neighboring Grace Cathedral. Featuring a 60-foot-high endo-mosaic window by renowned artist Emile Norman, the space is ideal for cocktail receptions along with seated lunches and dinners. Exhibition Hall: The 16,500-squarefoot Exhibition Hall plays host to tradeshows, banquets and receptions and can be used in conjunction with the Auditorium or for a stand-alone event. AMENITIES When you work with Live Nation Special Events, your job is simple and your event is extraordinary. Production and Audio/Visual: As a leading entertainment venue, we offer state-of-the-art sound, lighting and video capabilities and an in-house team of professional technicians to plan and execute your event. The recently upgraded Auditorium offers concert-hall quality equipment with dual sound systems and an extensive array of lighting and audiovisual equipment. Entertainment: Live Nation is the largest live entertainment company in the world. With access from national bands to local party bands to the hippest DJs, we offer a variety of entertainment to satisfy any group. YERBA BUENA CITY VIEW AT METREON Square Feet: 30,000 Indoor Space and Outdoor Terrace 135 FOURTH ST., STE. 4000, SAN FRANCISCO 94103 415-369-6003 | Fax: 415-369-6025 | cityviewmetreon.com cityviewevents@starwoodretail.com BOOKING INQUIRIES 135 Fourth st., San Francisco 94103 | 415-369-6003 Fax: 415-369-6025 | cityviewevents@starwoodretail.com Distance from Moscone Center: 0 miles LOCATION Recently renovated in 2017, City View at METREON’s central location is as celebrated as its skyline view. Just steps from Moscone Center and flagship hotels, the space is in the heart of downtown San Francisco. Public parking, two highly trafficked BART stations and the world-renowned Market Street retail corridor are also within a few walkable blocks, making the City View event space as accessible as it is stunning. GREEN FEATURES: The space features a comprehensive trash, recycling and compost program. SPECIAL EVENT FACILITIES From its breathtaking, modern luxe design to the professional and dedicated event staff, City View makes every event a special occasion. Following the renovations in summer 2017, the space offers a host of new amenities, including an elevated DJ booth, a new green room, movable living walls, new restrooms, a coat check and a bride-ready room. A versatile catering area and direct access to the loading dock add ease to setup and tear down. Whether it’s a wedding reception, corporate gala or social occasion for 200 to 2,000 people, City View services are customizable to make your event stand out. SERVICES On the fourth floor of METREON, City View is approximately 30,000 square feet of urban-chic event space in the center of the city — and on top of it all. • An expansive 18,000 square feet of multi-use interior space and 12,000 square feet of outdoor terrace space add versatility to any event, accommodating up to 2,000 guests. • Upgraded power, Wi-Fi and data capabilities. • Ample public parking available. • 2 Removable acoustical partitions. • 250-foot motorized truss system and new rigging points. • 45 tenting anchors on the terrace. • New carpet and paint throughout. • Floor-to-ceiling windows provide a distinct backdrop with an unobstructed view of the San Francisco cityscape from the Bay Bridge to beautiful Yerba Buena Gardens. MISSION BAY MISSION BAY CONFERENCE CENTER AT UCSF Capacity: 1,860 square Feet: 12,500 **1675 OWENS ST., STE. 251, SAN FRANCISCO 94143*** FedEx and UPS shipments use 94158 866-431-8273 | Fax: 415-514-4675 mbccsales@aramark.com BOOKING INQUIRIES 1675 Owens st., Ste. 251, San Francisco 94143 866-431-8273 | Fax: 415-514-4675 acc-missionbayconferencecenter.com Distance from Moscone Center: 1.8 miles A San Francisco landmark in the heart of Mission Bay. LOCATION The Mission Bay Conference Center is a dynamic, distinctive meeting venue in the William J. Rutter Center at The University of California, San Francisco. Located in the heart of San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood, the facility is a vital new hub of health care, business and technology enterprise. GREEN FEATURES: We believe in fostering new connections from field to fork and changing the culture of food by emphasizing locally produced and sustainable menus. SPECIAL EVENT FACILITIES To find out about our green efforts and booking your next meeting, visit our website: acc-missionbayconferencecenter.com or email us at: mbccsales@aramark.com Hosting the future, today. AMENITIES This stunning new building offers a world-class setting designed by award-winning architect Ricardo Legorreta. With 12 conference rooms, our state-of-the-art facility features more than 12,500 square feet of dedicated conference space. At the Mission Bay Conference Center, we’re dedicated to making your event a success. From finding the right space to creating the perfect ambiance, our professional planning staff will work with you from start to finish, assuring that your guests are comfortable and that your catering and technology needs are met so you can focus on what’s important — hosting a great event. Overnight accommodations at nearby hotels can be arranged as a part of your event. YERBA BUENA YERBA BUENA CENTER FOR THE ARTS Square Feet: 23,000 Levels: 2 701 MISSION ST., SAN FRANCISCO 94103-3138 415-978-2700 | Fax: 415-978-9635| ybca.org events@ybca.org BOOKING INQUIRIES 701 Mission St., San Francisco, 94103-3138 | 415-321-1357 Ticket Office: 415-978-ARTS | Fax: 415-978-9635 ybca.org | events@ybca.org Distance from Moscone Center: 0.2 miles LOCATION Yerba Buena Center for the Arts is at ground level above the Moscone Center North convention complex on the eastern edge of the Yerba Buena Gardens at Third Street, between Mission and Howard — just two blocks from the BART/Muni Powell or Montgomery Stations and six blocks from Caltrain. GREEN FEATURES: YBCA Theatrical and exit lighting systems are being upgraded to LED technology. MEETINGS/BANQUET FACILITIES YBCA consists of four primary venue spaces: The YBCA Theater: 757-seat auditorium, complete with a spacious stage, excellent sight lines and a vast technical inventory. The YBCA Grand Lobby: Modern reception and check-in space. The YBCA Forum: With 6,700 square feet of multipurpose special events space, the Forum includes full theatrical lighting, sound and audiovisual support. The YBCA Screening Room: The Screening Room features built-in projection equipment as well as automated audio and lighting control and can seat 94. AMENITIES Yerba Buena Center for the Arts is one of the nation’s most innovative arts institutions. Founded in 1993 as the cultural anchor of San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Gardens development, YBCA’s work spans the realms of contemporary art, civic engagement and public life. By using culture as an instrument for social change, YBCA is reimagining the role an arts institution can play in the community it serves. YBCA also offers its state-of-the-art venues to corporations, associations and nonprofit organizations for corporate events, performances, meetings and special events.
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