General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 350
Square footage: varies
Theater seating: 100
Reception capacity: 350
Description: Ideal for cocktail receptions, smaller seated dinners, wedding ceremonies and more, the Steinhart Aquarium at the California Academy of Sciences is a dramatically-lit space filled with thousands of diverse and fantastic animals. The Aquarium is exhibit-rich and encourages social interaction and networking. Touchable Discovery Tide Pool available.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 100 People
Reception
Capacity: 350 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 350
Square footage: 4,800
Seated capacity: 280
Reception capacity: 400
Description: African Hall at the California Academy of Sciences is a self-contained, carpeted space surrounded by dynamic dioramas representing regions throughout the African continent. At the far end, the African Penguins are the star attraction. Perfect for seated dinners, dancing, and events with elements that encourage guests to move through the space.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 250 People
Reception
Capacity: 350 People
Theater
Capacity: 250 People
Amenities
- Dance Floor
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 450
Square footage: 5,900
Theater seating: 350+
Reception capacity: 450
Description: Used for larger seated dinners, live entertainment, presentations, DJs, and proms, the Piazza of the California Academy of Sciences is an open-air space for fair-weather events. Glass walls and ceilings allow for views of the evening sky and surrounding exhibits. Four large trees feature prominently in the space, which is well-suited to creative décor.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 350 People
Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 350 People
Reception
Capacity: 450 People
Theater
Capacity: 350 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 350
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 100 People
Reception
Capacity: 350 People