$5,600 starting price
151-200 guest capacity
This venue can host up to 200 guests
About this vendor
San Diego Central Library is a banquet hall wedding venue situated in San Diego, CA. Located mere minutes from the historic Gaslamp Quarter, this award-winning library provides gatherings of all styles and sizes with a stunning celebration backdrop. Since opening its doors in 2013, the building has become one of the city’s most popular cultural institutions, attracting over six million visitors every year. It has been praised for its top-of-the-line facilities, comfortable surroundings, and vibrant event spaces that are filled with shimmering natural light. Versatile, inviting, and elegant, it is the perfect place to start your new chapter with your nearest and dearest.
Facilities and Capacity:
San Diego Central Library offers a selection of expansive event spaces to choose from to bring your dream wedding to life. Spread out over 5,000 square feet, The Neil Morgan Auditorium is the perfect place to host every stage of your day. This state-of-the-art theater and performance space has been designed to welcome groups of up to 300 and can be customized to fit your specific vision. It features folding floor-to-ceiling glass doors that expand into an outdoor courtyard, which is ideal for cocktail-hour mingling. A LED screen is provided as well as an acoustically-balanced sound system, complete with wireless microphones for speeches. For reception gatherings of up to 216 attendees can take place in the Shiley Special Events Suite. Located on the ninth floor, this majestic room features towering windows with stunning views of San Diego Bay, East Village, and Petco Park. As well as beautiful surroundings, it also features invaluable amenities, including a catering prep space, a serving area, and more. Get-ready rooms are also provided, allowing you to prepare for your festivities in secluded peace and privacy.
Services Offered:
The events team at San Diego Central Library is ready to put every detail in place so that you can enjoy your wedding to the fullest. Offering a selection of services, they will assist you in crafting a planning package that fits your unique vision for your day. Their options include setup and cleanup, basic lighting and sound, and more. They also offer a full list of preferred caterers in San Diego.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Guest Capacity
- Up to 200
Settings
- Ballroom
- Library
- Rooftop
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Bar Rental
- Food & Catering
- Planning
- Se Habla Español
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out of 5.02 reviews
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The Shiley Special Events Suite at the San Diego Central Library is a top-notch event venue space. We used it for our wedding (160 guests), and our guests raved about the space, view, and location. We could see the Coronado bridge, fireworks from the Padres game, and overall downtown rooftops. The best part about the venue is the staff! They're extremely responsive and were more than helpful leading up to the wedding and on the day of. Funds from renting the event space go back to the library's programs, visitors, and the local community! The only difficult aspect was parking for our guests. Because our wedding day landed on a Padres game day, parking was $50/ car. We recommended that our guests use rideshares to be able to enjoy the open bar and avoid parking hassles.
Had an absolutely gorgeous reception here. This place is such a hidden gem!! Great time with the ballroom and patio (had hired to get lights installed). You have to coordinate your own catering and bar, but overall this was a cost savings. My wedding was years ago and people still compliment on the gorgeous venue!! Only advice: parking is limited so make sure you have transportation, and be sure to use a caterer who has worked there as the kitchen can be tricky. Be sure to get gorgeous photos on the ledge!!
Contact
330 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA | San Diego, CA
San Diego Central Library
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