The 1909 1909 N Topanga Canyon Blvd • Topanga • CA 90290


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Why You'll Love This Place

A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
  • Discover this serene Topanga Canyon retreat, nestled beneath towering oaks in the heart of the Santa Monica Mountains, where just minutes from L.A., you'll suddenly feel worlds away from the hustle and bustle. Your day carries deeper meaning here, too, since The 1909 is also a registered Place of Worship and center for yoga, Ayurveda, and the arts
  • Perched among the treetops, the Ceremony Deck is a woodsy wonderland perfect for "I do"s: curved amphitheater seating wraps one side of the space, with the arching arms of two majestic oaks framing the other. Photos are especially magical here at golden hour, with the soft light filtering through the leaves.
  • The unforgettable setting is equaled by the exceptional food—which is also surprisingly affordable.  You'll enjoy your delectable dinner on the verdant, lawn-like Meadow before making your way to the rustic-chic Dance Hall, where you can twirl the night away beneath  open-beamed ceilings.

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PRICES: What's this going to cost?

Rental Fee
  • $3,600–9,600/event
  • Rental fee varies depending on:
    • Day of week
    • Time of year
    • Guest count
  • The rental fee includes:

    • Exclusive use of indoor and outdoor areas (11am–11pm)
    • Valet parking (Saturday & Sunday events)
    • Assorted tables & white folding chairs
    • Use of The 1909's wedding arch
    • Setup & teardown of The 1909's furniture & rental items
    • One-hour weekday rehearsal
    • Outdoor lighting & sound system, including a wireless microphone
    • Indoor & outdoor wooden counter bar
    • Pre & post-event cleaning
    • And more!
Meals (when priced separately)
  • $36/person and up

COUPLES ARE ASKING: We've got answers

What's included when we book The 1909, and what will we still need to pay for separately?

The rental at The 1909 in Topanga includes exclusive use of the indoor and outdoor spaces from 11am to 11pm, tables and white folding chairs, the venue's wedding arch, setup and teardown, a one-hour weekday rehearsal, outdoor lighting, a sound system with a wireless microphone, indoor and outdoor bars, and pre- and post-event cleaning. Valet is included on weekends. Plan separately for in-house catering, alcohol, event insurance and a professional coordinator for groups over 40.

Can we have both our ceremony and reception at The 1909, or will guests need to travel between them?

Yes. At The 1909, you'll say "I do" on the Ceremony Deck, perched among the treetops, with curved amphitheater seating on one side and two majestic oaks framing the other. Dinner follows on the Meadow, a 6,000-square-foot lawn, and then everyone heads into the rustic Dance Hall, with open-beamed ceilings and chandeliers.

If we already have vendors we love, can we bring them to The 1909 or do we have to use yours?

Food at The 1909 comes from the in-house team, and outside catering is allowed only for kosher food. You can bring your own alcohol, as long as you carry event insurance with host liquor liability and your bartenders are TIPS-certified. For weddings with more than 40 guests, a professional event coordinator must be on site.

What should we realistically expect to spend on a wedding at The 1909, and is there a minimum?

At The 1909 in Topanga, the rental fee runs $3,600–$9,600, depending on the day, season and guest count, and meals start at $36 per person. Since you bring your own alcohol, budget for bartenders and event insurance with host liquor liability, plus a professional coordinator if you have more than 40 guests.

How long do we get at The 1909, and when does the music have to stop?

The 1909 is open for events from 11am to 11pm, and your rental includes exclusive use for that full window. To protect the Santa Monica Mountains setting, outdoor music is limited to instruments that aren't electronically amplified, and background music runs from 11am to 8pm.

What's the backup plan at The 1909 if it rains on our wedding day?

If rain or cool weather rules out the Ceremony Deck and the Meadow, The 1909's indoor Dance Hall can host up to 90 guests, with soundproof curtains, hanging chandeliers, high ceilings and French windows. It also has a dressing room, so your wedding party has a place to get ready.

What makes The 1909 different from the other venues near it?

The 1909 is a serene retreat beneath towering oaks in Topanga Canyon, just minutes from Los Angeles yet tucked into the Santa Monica Mountains. It's also a registered place of worship and a center for yoga, Ayurveda and the arts, which gives a wedding here a deeper sense of meaning.

GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?

Indoors Outdoors
Ceremony Seated 90 150
Cocktails, etc. Standing 90 150
Reception Seated 90 150
Meetings Total meeting capacity for this venue is 90.

Venue Info & FAQs

OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?

  • Outdoor Ceremony
  • Ceremony
  • Wedding Receptions
  • Outdoor Reception
  • Small Wedding
  • Rehearsal Dinner
  • Special Events / Parties
  • Business Functions / Meetings

POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?

Price

$ • $$

Catering

In-house

Alcohol

BYO

Amplified Music

Indoors
Outdoors

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair accessible

Availability

Year-round, daily.

STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?

Buildings & other settings available:

  • Banquet Hall / Events Facility
  • Garden
  • Patio / Deck / Terrace

VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?

Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!

  • Creek / River
  • Forest / Woods
  • Garden
  • Hills
  • Landscaped Grounds
  • Panoramic

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