Business Details
Your Dream Event Venue in San Clemente
La Ventura Event Center Event Center, a family-owned venue in San Clemente, CA, has been dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences since its founding. Built by a local family, our Spanish-Colonial Revival venue combines timeless elegance with modern functionality, offering a private courtyard, grand parlor, and exclusive suites for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Our team specializes in personalized service, from custom catering to seamless event execution, ensuring every detail reflects your vision.With over a decade of combined experience in event management, we prioritize uncompromising attention to detail, fostering connections through exceptional hospitality. Our commitment to quality is evident in our locally sourced cuisine, state-of-the-art amenities, and dedication to client satisfaction, making us a trusted choice for events of all scales.
Services
Wedding Venues
Corporate Events
Custom Catering
Event Planning
Venue Rental
Private Celebrations
Holiday Parties
Rehearsal Dinners
Fundraisers
Team Building
Highlights and features
- We offer family-owned hospitality with personalized event planning expertise.
- Our venue features exclusive bridal and groom suites for pre-event preparation.
- Custom catering menus are crafted by a locally renowned chef.
- We accommodate events for 60-200 guests with flexible spaces.
- Our team provides dedicated service for weddings and corporate events.
What people say
Best experience
Beautiful venue
Delicious food
Professional staff
Unforgettable events
Services
Wedding Venues
Our Spanish-Colonial Revival venue offers intimate courtyard ceremonies and grand parlor receptions for weddings. With exclusive bridal and groom suites, custom catering, and capacity for 60-200 guests, we create timeless celebrations. Our team coordinates every detail from floral arrangements to entertainment, ensuring seamless execution of your vision.
Corporate Events
Host team-building retreats, meetings, or company celebrations in our versatile spaces. The outdoor courtyard accommodates networking activities, while the grand parlor suits presentations. Our expert catering managers provide customized menus and AV support for 60-200 attendees, with private suites for breakout sessions and VIP meetings.
Custom Catering
Locally sourced menus crafted by renowned chefs elevate your event. We offer tray-passed cocktails, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, and multi-course dinners tailored to dietary needs. Full-service catering includes rentals, staffing, and day-of management, with minimum requirements for breakfast/lunch (60 guests) and dinner (150 guests).
Event Planning
Our team provides comprehensive planning support from initial consultations to execution. Services include timeline creation, vendor coordination, and on-site management. We offer personalized tours, customized quotes, and flexible booking options to ensure stress-free event preparation for weddings and corporate functions.
Venue Rental
Rent our Spanish-style venue for private celebrations, fundraisers, or social gatherings. The property features a potted garden courtyard, 17-ft parlor, and flexible seating arrangements. Rental includes furniture, staff support, and access to AV equipment, with seasonal pricing and capacity-based minimums for catering services.
People
Amy
Event Coordinator
Experienced wedding coordinator with over 10 years in event management, specializing in seamless execution of nuptial celebrations and corporate functions.
Makenzie
Catering Manager
Catering professional with expertise in designing gourmet menus and managing large-scale dining experiences for weddings and corporate events.
Questions
What types of events can I host at La Ventura Event Center Event Center?
We accommodate weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, fundraisers, rehearsal dinners, and private celebrations for 60-200 guests.
Is catering included with venue rental?
Catering is available through our in-house team but not mandatory. We offer customizable menus with minimum guest requirements for dinner events.
What is the venue's capacity?
Our spaces accommodate 60-200 guests, with the grand parlor and courtyard configured to suit your event's specific needs.
Do you offer event planning services?
Yes, our team provides full-service planning support including timeline creation, vendor coordination, and day-of management.
What are your seasonal pricing options?
Venue rates range from $3,000 (off-season mid-week) to $6,000 (on-season Saturday), with catering minimums applying for smaller groups.
Are there accommodation packages available?
While we don't provide lodging, our location near San Clemente's hotels and beach makes coordinating guest accommodations convenient.
Reviews (6)
Barbara Pries
Oct 17, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
My husband and I went to an event the other night and the food was excellent. I loved the indoor/outdoor part of the venue. The owners are very nice and professional.
My husband and I went to an event the other night and the food was excellent. I loved the indoor/outdoor part of the venue. The owners are very nice and professional.
Jim & Rose Hammersmith
Aug 28, 2021
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We just celebrated my son and his beautiful brides wedding at La Ventura on 8/28/21. They out did themselves! Everything was perfectfrom working with Amy (she even responded to questions while on vacation), the food, the wait staff, everyone! They made the entire event so easy for us! In addition, it is a beautiful venue! Dont hesitate to use La Ventura for your next event!
Alexandra Aldana
Jun 02, 2021
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I had the pleasure of working with Amy and her team as a wedding coordinator and was truly blown away by how accommodating and personable Amy was throughout the whole process. Amy went above and beyond to make sure every nitty gritty detail was taken care of and went beyond in helping my client's wedding day run seamlessly! La Ventura is an incredibly intimate and beautiful venue, perfect for couples who are looking to get married in Southern California. There are so many unique touches and the vibe is unmatched. If you are in search of the most perfect wedding venue - look no further :) You will
Holly Sigafoos
Apr 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I just love this venue! I have had the pleasure of photographing weddings at this location and I love how beautifully designed it is. La Ventura's staff is always so kind and accommodating. It is a photographers dream to photograph at!
I just love this venue! I have had the pleasure of photographing weddings at this location and I love how beautifully designed it is. La Ventura's staff is always so kind and accommodating. It is a photographers dream to photograph at!
Brittany Cantarini
Aug 07, 2020
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This venue is so AMAZING! I cannot say enough good things about it. The food is some of the best around and the cocktails are crafted to perfection. You can tell the team loves what they do and has thought of every single detail. Not to mention the outdoor space is perfect. It is such a safe and gorgeous environment for a celebration. Thank you LaVentura! Cant wait to come back again.
Lizelle Cristobal
Jul 29, 2020
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My husband and I held our intimate wedding here a month ago, and it was absolutely beautiful. After our first visit to La Ventura we fell in love with the stunning venue. The staff was so easy to work with, and everyone was delightful. The food was truly memorable, and our guests said it was the best they ever had. Everything turned out amazing, and I cannot thank LV enough for such a memorable occasion.
