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Walnut Creek Wedding Venue
111 North Wiget Lane
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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Contact: Reservation Office
Phone: 925/256-3575
www.walnut-creek.org/rentals
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Shadelands Arts Center

Why We Like This Place

There are quite a few reasons why Shadelands Arts Center has become a local favorite. Not only is it a great value for those looking for an affordable event venue, it’s also one of the largest facilities in the East Bay (accommodating up to 300!) where you can bring the caterer of your choice.

Another plus is the building itself, which is easy to work with thanks to its neutral décor. The white interior is amenable to virtually any kind of decorating, and the high, open-beamed ceiling—often draped for weddings—gives the space a lofty feeling.

State-of-the-art sound and lighting systems (and an A/V staff person on site during your event) enable you to create whatever ambiance you like. Whether you’re having a live band or planning to listen to your own playlist through your iPod, the music will sound great because the room was designed for music or theater performances and the acoustics are excellent. You can also entertain your guests with a slideshow or video on the large projection screen. Use lighting in a variety of colors to create a particular mood or to highlight the ceiling or dance floor. Custom gobos with your initials or scenes that you’ve selected can be projected on the walls. Add to all these features a gleaming hardwood floor and a full catering kitchen and you have an event site that will satisfy all your needs.

Shadelands is perfectly suited for large weddings, because the entire event can be held in the main hall. If you require more space, the hall opens onto an expansive, enclosed patio that can be used for a ceremony, cocktail party or additional reception seating. It works well as a place for supervised activities for children, too.

For corporate functions, Shadelands supplies most of the equipment required for presentations: an LCD projector (extra fee), large projection screen, sound and lighting equipment—and complimentary Wi-Fi.

The venue is also popular for fundraisers, as it provides different rooms for a silent auction and banking.

The center’s staff are very accommodating, going out of their way to help you create the event you want while staying within your budget. And access to the fully equipped professional kitchen—with the option of bringing in your own caterer—are real benefits for couples planning a casual wedding or rehearsal dinner.

With its flexibility, ample parking and reasonable prices, Shadelands Arts Center is in demand. Its convenient location is also appreciated by guests coming from all over the Bay Area. If you want to host a wedding, private party or corporate event that’s very much your own, this is definitely a location to consider.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 350
Max. Seated Outdoors: 75 		Max. Seated Indoors: 300
Max. Seated Outdoors: 0
Max. Standing Indoors: 350
Max. Standing Outdoors: 0 		Max. Seated: 350

CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Banquet Room holds 350 seated guests.

EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The Banquet Room can accommodate 300 seated at round tables.

MEETING CAPACITY: The Banquet Room holds 350 seated theater-style or 150 guests seated conference-style.

Fees & Deposits

A $500 nonrefundable deposit is required to secure your date. The balance and security deposit are due 90 days prior to the function. An additional $75 fee is charged if alcohol is served. Rental fees range $70–195/hour depending on the time frame of the event.

Availability

Year-round, daily until 1am. The venue may be booked up to 1 year in advance.

Catering

BYO

Alcohol

BYO

Location Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings
Rehearsal Dinners

Services/Amenities

Catering: BYO
Kitchen Facilities: fully equipped, commercial
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: BYO or caterer
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: provided
Bride’s & Groom’s Dressing Areas: CBA, extra fee
Meeting Equipment: full range
Parking: large lots, ample parking
Accommodations: no guest rooms
Telephone: emergency use only
Outdoor Night Lighting: yes
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BYO
Cleanup: renter or caterer
View: no
Other: WiFi available

Amplified Music

Indoors

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

No View

Venue Type

Banquet Hall/Events Facility
Community Center/Civic Bldg

Restrictions

Alcohol: BYO wine and beer only, permits required; not allowed at youth events
Smoking: outside only
Music: amplified OK, indoors only
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: not required
Other: security required at all youth events; no rice, birdseed, confetti, glitter, fog machines, bubbles, hay, sand, rose petals or aerosol streamers


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