Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Rental Information

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Rentals

In addition to coordinating over 100 free artistic, cultural and community events each year, the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival also manages the rental of the Gardens venues for private receptions, parties, weddings, food services and special events. All proceeds from rentals benefit the free programming in the Gardens. The experienced Festival staff can assist in recommending caterers, tenting companies, performers and others to ensure the success of your event.

The Gardens, located directly above the Moscone Center, is an urban oasis in the heart of San Francisco's newest, most vibrant neighborhood. Beautifully designed and maintained, Yerba Buena Gardens features an eclectic array of distinctive architecture and public art, fountains, a prominent waterfall, restaurants, entertainment and a variety of galleries and museums. Internationally renowned as an example of the finest urban development, YBG has garnered many prestigious awards over the years. Its open spaces are inviting, but protected from the bustle of city streets. It is also within a short walk of both Union Square, one of the world's premiere shopping districts, and the city's financial district.

Several open spaces are available to rent for corporate events. A detailed listing of venues follows. Tenting is a possibility for all rentals. Please contact the Yerba Buena Arts & Events office (415-543-1718) for more information.

The Esplanade

This lush and grassy 5-1/2 acre expanse provides a tranquil and idyllic setting for receptions, parties, and special events for up to 5,000 attendees. The Esplanade's natural beauty - complete with evergreen and deciduous trees, seasonal flora and cascading waterfalls - is complemented by the marvelous view of downtown. The Esplanade can also be used for breakfasts, large scale catering and food service.

Upper Terrace

Located above the Martin Luther King, Jr. Waterfall, the Terrace offers a crescent-shaped space with a spectacular view of the park and downtown. Adjacent to the lovely Sister Cities Garden and the calming Reflecting Pool, the stone-surfaced Terrace is an excellent location for breakfasts, receptions, parties, and gatherings of up to 500, or for buffet style food service for up to 2,000 guests.

East Garden

This pleasant garden, nestled in a grove of sycamore trees, sits opposite the breathtaking San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. The intimate bi-level space features a combination of both grass and stone paving - ideal for gatherings of up to 500 guests for breakfasts, receptions and parties.

Children's Garden

This multi-tier area combines grass and stone surface into a space appropriate for parties, special events, and food services for up to 2000. The distinctively ambient nighttime lighting and the spectacular view of downtown after sunset make the Amphitheater an excellent choice for evening events.

Carousel Plaza

This plaza surrounding the historic 1906 Charles Looff Carousel can accommodate up to 200 guests for parties, special events and receptions. Carousel use can be included with this package.

Yerba Buena Arts & Events does not rent out any spaces indoors but please contact our office for referrals.

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