Operated by Escape the Routine
Born in a different era
Made for this moment.
WELCOME TO THE AVALON
This is more than a venue—it’s the return of a San Francisco icon. Once a stage for movements and music that shaped a generation, The Avalon is open for new ideas, new connections, and the next wave of history.
WELCOME TO THE AVALON
This is more than a venue—it’s the return of a San Francisco icon. Once a stage for movements and music that shaped a generation, The Avalon is open for new ideas, new connections, and the next wave of history.
WELCOME TO THE AVALON
Historic roots. Bright, flexible rooms. Modern tech that makes the impossible happen. The Avalon is your turnkey San Francisco venue for events that demand both beauty and capability.

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One venue, endless possibilities. The Avalon’s flexible spaces and modern amenities are ready for events of every style and scale.
Corporate Events
Conferences
Private Parties
Meetings
Community Events
Corporate Events
Conferences
Private Parties
Meetings
Community Events
Corporate Events

Host presentations, receptions, and dinners in a venue that blends historic charm with modern AV and in-house production. Flexible spaces and seamless setup ensure an impressive, memorable event.

Private Parties

With state-of-the-art production, versatile spaces, and in-house event design from seasoned professionals, The Avalon is built to bring your vision to life. We help craft immersive, unforgettable experiences that guests will talk about long after the night ends.

Weddings

Say “I do” surrounded by timeless architecture and San Francisco charm. The Avalon’s elegant spaces and adaptable layouts create the perfect canvas for ceremonies, receptions, and unforgettable celebrations.

Meetings

Bright, versatile rooms with plug-and-play tech and breakout spaces make The Avalon ideal for offsites, strategy sessions, executive meetings, and conferences. Productive, comfortable, and ready to go.

A striking venue photo showing modern projection mapping techniques applied to the ballroom.

FROM ELECTRIC

TO ELEGANT

Built-in solutions for flawless events, start to finish.

Advanced customizable architectural lighting
Pro-tier audio equipment
Full-room projection mapping
In-house full bar service
In-house catering service
Versatile breakout spaces
Built-in event design services
Event furniture
WiFi connectivity
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Corporate Events

From all-hands to receptions, The Avalon offers a historic yet fully modern setting for corporate gatherings. Our downstairs boasts 10,000 square feet of flexible

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Weddings

Say “I do” surrounded by timeless architecture and San Francisco charm. The Avalon’s elegant spaces and adaptable layouts create the perfect canvas for ceremonies, receptions, and unforgettable celebrations.

Learn more
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Private Parties

With state-of-the-art production, versatile spaces, and in-house event design from seasoned professionals, The Avalon is built to bring your vision to life. We help craft immersive, unforgettable experiences that guests will talk about long after the night ends.

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Two distinct spaces

The Main Hall

10,000 Sq FT • 550 person capacity
Perfectly suited for cocktail receptions, keynotes / presentations, dinners, celebrations, tradeshows, media shoots, and more!

The Ground Floor

10,000 Sq FT • 400 person capacity
This stylish ground-floor event space is perfect for conferences, breakout sessions, meetings, and more. Features a modern interior, in-house furniture, and multiple opportunities for brand activations.
BORN IN ANOTHER ERA
MADE FOR THIS MOMENT

Corporate Events

From all-hands to receptions, The Avalon offers a historic yet fully modern setting for corporate gatherings. Our downstairs boasts 10,000 square feet of flexible workspace to support your team.

Explore our Event Spaces

Private Parties

With state-of-the-art production, versatile spaces, and in-house event design from seasoned professionals, The Avalon is built to bring your vision to life. We help craft immersive, unforgettable experiences that guests will talk about long after the night ends.

Explore our Event Spaces

Weddings

Say “I do” surrounded by timeless architecture and San Francisco charm. The Avalon’s elegant spaces and adaptable layouts create the perfect canvas for ceremonies, receptions, and unforgettable celebrations.

Explore our Event Spaces

A landmark San Francisco event venue

The Avalon Ballroom first opened its doors in 1911, rising to fame as a counterculture hub in the 1960s with performances by legends like Janis Joplin and the Grateful Dead.

Today, the Avalon has been reopened as a vibrant turnkey event venue, blending its iconic character with modern sophistication and expert management. From corporate events to immersive dinners and private parties, the Avalon offers an authentic backdrop for unforgettable events.
We're located in the vibrant Lower Nob Hill neighborhood, over at:
1244 Sutter Street, San Francisco CA

Hours

1600 Magazine St
New orleans
MONDAY
6:00-4:00
TUESDAY
CLOSED
WEDNESDAY
6:00-4:00
THURSDAY
6:00-4:00
FRIDAY
6:00-4:00
SATURDAY
6:00-6:00
SUNDAY
6:00-6:00

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