When you need to organize a special event, there are many factors to consider — theme, food, date and time, guest list, and so much more. But the most important decision is your venue.
Venues set the scene, determining the number of people you can have and what amenities are available. They also affect your guests' experience more than any other aspect of your event.
The Paseo Club is a social club that has supported locals in their health and fitness journeys for almost twenty years.
But the Paseo Club does not only help you meet your fitness needs, the club also meets your event planning needs. With both indoor and outdoor options, there is a space for you to host most parties.
But we are not the only venue in town. We decided to give you a full rundown of all the best spots in the Santa Clarita Valley for hosting parties and events.
In this article, you will find out why you would want an event venue, what to look for in one, what the event venues are in the Santa Clarita Valley, and their size, amenities, and cost.
Why rent an event venue?
Venues can provide beautiful decor that helps set the stage for the event. The staff provide set up and cleaning services, seating and dining options, parking, and assistance planning your event. They deal with vendors for delivery, set up, and organizing of the event.
Plus, if your event will be more than a handful of people, you need a venue to accommodate all of your guests.
Having a professional space available means you do not have to shoulder all the responsibility yourself — a relief when there are already so many moving parts to stay on top of. The day should be relaxing for the host, knowing their needs are covered.
What type of events do people need a venue for?
Many events happen only occasionally — even once in a lifetime — and deserve a special space. Events that often need venues are:
- Birthdays
- Weddings
- Birth reveals
- Anniversaries
- Baby showers
- Bridal showers
- Bat/bar mitzvah
- School banquets
- Celebrations of life
- Award ceremonies
- Christmas/holiday parties
- Private dining experiences
- Monthly breakfast meetings
- Introduction/installation luncheons
- Prom/winter formals/school dances
What should people look for in an event venue?
When you shop for the best event venue to suit your needs, there are several factors to consider. Here is a thorough checklist for you to use.
Assessing the venue
- What is the total cost?
- Do they offer valet parking?
- Do they have high ceilings?
- What is the size of the parking lot?
- Is there a green room for entertainment?
- Is there open space with lots of windows?
- Is there nothing that divides the room in half?
Staff support and assistance
- What staff is available at the venue?
Dining options
- Do they allow outside catering?
- Do they offer late-night snacks?
- Can you bring in your own dessert?
- What upgrades are optional or included?
- Is there a special price for vendor meals?
- What are the pricing and upgrades for food?
- What are the food and beverage selections?
- Is a tasting included, and for how many people?
- What type of table and chairs are included, and are they included?
Outdoor settings
- What is the noise level?
- What is the walking distance?
- What is the privacy of the setting?
- What are the sounds of other activities around the event space?
Wedding amenities
- Is there a bridal suite?
- Is there an arch included?
- Is there a cake cutting fee?
- Is a champagne toast included?
- What is the rehearsal day and time?
- Is there a place for the groom to change?
- Is there a ceremony site, and is it inside or outside?
- Is champagne and lunch items for the bride and bridal party provided in the bridal suite?
Planning Logistics
- What is the extra hour fee?
- How much time to tear down?
- How much time to set up prior?
- How much venue time is included during the event time?
What are the event venues in the Santa Clarita Valley?
The Santa Clarita Valley is blessed with venues for all types and sizes of events for people with varying budgets. You can choose large and formal, small and intimate, and indoor or (and) outdoor.
Venues are listed alphabetically.
Hyatt Regency Valencia
Hyatt Regency Valencia is the perfect venue for an event. They have the largest and most versatile meeting space in Valencia for your banquet, wedding reception, corporate function, or private family gathering, creating the indoor or outdoor atmosphere you desire.
Their innovative catering team delights with unique selections you won’t find anywhere else.
Professional meeting planners have experience detailing all types of parties.
People it can accommodate: Seats 180 and up to 800 standing; 6000 square feet of indoor venue space
Pros: There are outdoor and indoor accommodations to fit the size and feel of your event.
Cons: You most likely will not be the only event going due to all the different spaces they offer.
Cost: $1500 and up, depending on the day of the week, time of year, space reserved, and guest count.
Insider’s scoop: Every room and space is nicely done and decorated. The venue feels large.
Quote: "When looking for a venue, I had several criteria that MUST be met and The Hyatt Regency Valencia fulfilled all of them at a much better price than other hotels. The venue is beautiful for an afternoon ceremony outside in the garden, and great for photos in the evening. There is also a small water feature (a fountain!) and the ballroom can accommodate up to 400 (but would recommend 350). If I could, I would get married here again!" - Kimberly
The Oaks Club at Valencia
The Oaks Club at Valencia provides world-class recreational and social amenities that include:
- Tournament Players Club-styled golf course
- Banquet facilities open to both members and non-members
- Delicious dining options in various locations around the clubhouse
- Brand new practice facility including a driving range, practice greens, and putting and chipping greens
- New outdoor music and entertainment system for the practice facility for tournaments and golf events
- A year-round schedule of events ranging from family barbecues and themed dinners to holiday celebrations, seasonal culinary events, golf tournaments, and social mixers
People it can accommodate: 220 guests
Pros: The Oaks provides a sophisticated and elegant option for wedding ceremonies and receptions. They also can host you and your party for the rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, and engagement party.
Cons: This is a more costly venue.
Cost: $2000 wedding site fee with food and beverage minimums of $9000 and up.
Insider’s scoop: There is plenty of parking, beautiful landscaping, and a nicely constructed clubhouse for dinner and dancing.
Quote: "Everything was perfect from beginning to end! The venue is absolutely gorgeous and minimal decorations were needed. My guests kept talking about how beautiful the views were and how amazing and delicious the food was. The service was outstanding. Katelyn was the best coordinator and made sure that my husband and I were taken care of the whole night. She was so attentive and kind! It was truly the best day and I can't thank the Oaks staff enough for making my day so special!" - Angel
The Paseo Club
The Paseo Club offers something for most events. There are multiple indoor and outdoor spaces, plus the option of a pool party. All event spaces include tables, folding white bistro chairs, and three-quarters-length linen in black or white for up to 120 guests.
Clubhouse Bar and Patio: The clubhouse sports a recently remodeled bar with beautiful triple glass sliding doors, vaulted ceilings, patio with market lights, jack and jill fireplace and firepits. It is draped al fresco for the perfect amount of shade. Food and beverage pricing varies depending on the host’s selections and bar choices. $450 venue fee.
Pavilions: The pavilions have beautiful hardwood floors and are lightly draped al fresco overhead for adequate shade. Food and beverage pricing varies depending on the host’s selections and bar choices. $475 Venue Fee.
Paseo Porch: The grand opening for the porch was in December of 2022. It has a brand new rustic bar and elaborate grill, three HDTVs, bocce space, horseshoes, ping and beer pong space, corn hole and giant Jenga table, plenty of room for bounce houses, and other rentals. There are also firepits and lounge furniture.
You can dress the space up for a more formal affair with the help of our event specialists or keep it casual. It is a perfect space for dining and entertaining under the stars. Food and beverage pricing varies depending on the host’s selections and bar choices. $650 venue fee.
The Paseo Pilates Room has double french doors at the entry, hardwood floors, oversized mirrors on both sides of the room, and a beautiful arched window at the front of the room with classic ceiling fans. It seats up to 60 guests. $500 venue fee
The Tribe Room has a Spanish stone walkway and water fountain at the front of the entrance that guides you to the double glass doors. High vaulted ceilings with classic ceiling fans. The Tribe room can be draped for an extra $600 fee to enclose the space for a dramatic effect. It seats up to 100 guests. $500 venue fee
Pool Parties and Poolside Cocktail Parties are available and priced on an individual basis.
People it can accommodate: 20-350+ depending on the space chosen
Pros: The Paseo Club is a place for every season, every event, and everyone. It is more affordable than many other venues and can host both small and large parties.
Cons: There are no restrooms at the porch event space.
Cost: $2000 and up
Insider’s scoop: The club has friendly staff, delicious food, fantastic banquet staff and bartenders, ample parking, fire pits and bistro lights for ambiance, Spanish style fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and beautiful locations throughout the club grounds for memorable picture taking.
Quote: "I love to enjoy a party on the porch! We can play pickleball, enjoy the bar and fire pits, and really feel a Country Club vibe without the price!" - Monica
Valencia Country Club
The Valencia Country Club has an unrivaled setting in the Santa Clarita Valley just north of Los Angeles. Their renowned amenities and impeccable service offer an unequaled locale for extraordinary weddings and special events.
Friendly, experienced wedding specialists create a one-of-a-kind wedding that complements your personal style, fits within your budget, and leaves you and your guests with memories to last a lifetime.
The variety of banquet and meeting rooms can accommodate up to 180 guests, while the golf course and grounds offer ample opportunities for picturesque wedding party functions, ceremonies, and outdoor receptions under the stars.
People it can accommodate: 350 guests
Pros: There is a beautiful lake and grounds for picture taking and fabulous food.
Cons: If you plan to be outside and it rains, you may not have enough time to move inside unless you plan ahead.
Cost: Food and beverage fees are $1500-$10,000, depending on the space you choose.
Insider’s scoop: The Event Lawn is a beautiful space. It is large and flat with plenty of greenery around it with beautiful trees. Schedule your ceremony at the first tee site before sunset for the most magical of pictures.
Quote: "This is such a cute little venue to host parties and other small events. They have a bar outside but you can bring your own set-up. I came here to attend my boyfriend's cousin's baby shower. They had their own mimosa set-up by the bar. They even hired a photo booth, decorated the venue, and had food catered." - Cathy
Getting ready for your event
Even if you have an event planner, getting ready for a special party or celebration is a lot of work with many details to manage. That is why finding the right venue for you is the single most important choice you will make.
You now have a collated resource for all of the best venues in the Santa Clarita Valley for special events. We hope this helps take some of the pressure off your duties and gives you an idea of which location is best for you and your budget.
The Paseo Club is famous for being a place to get fit — in exercise classes, on the tennis or pickleball courts, or in the pool.
But the club does not just offer resources for fitness. We also have both indoor and outdoor venues for your next social event, meeting, celebration, or party — at an affordable rate.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the club, schedule a tour of the grounds. Tours are available daily and are a great opportunity to meet staff, instructors, and members.
To learn more about the Paseo Club, check out these three articles.
- What are the new fitness classes at the Paseo Club?
- What to expect in a Pilates intro class at the Paseo Club
- What tennis drills for adults are at the Paseo Club?
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