The Historic Abbey 2825 Fifth Avenue • San Diego • CA 92103
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DEALS: What discounts, special offers, or packages are available here?
Grand Reopening Offer
The newly remodeled The Historic Abbey is now booking weddings beginning August 2026. The first 10 couples to reserve a date will receive $1,500 off their venue fee.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $3,995–9,995/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
The rental fee includes access to the Entry Lobby, Grand Hall, Grand Hall Balcony, two dressing suites, and setup & breakdown of tables & chairs.
Ceremony Fee
- $995/event
Package Prices
- $98–197/person
- Package prices vary depending on:
- Package chosen
All-Inclusive wedding packages include:
- Tables & chairs
- Buffet dinner
- Artisanal cheese and charcuterie
- Bar service and dinner service
- Tableware, glassware, linens, and napkins
- Day-of venue management and coordination
- And more!
Upgraded packages can also include an expanded dining package, expanded alcohol package, a photo booth, centerpieces, and more.
Food & Beverage Minimum
- $15,000–40,000/event
- Food & Beverage minimum varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Time of day
- Time of year
Service Charge or Gratuity
- 22%
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 300 | 0 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 400 | 0 |
| Reception | Seated | 294 | 0 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 397. | ||
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- All-Inclusive
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$ • $$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Ballroom
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Chapel / Church / Temple
- Historic / Landmark Building
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
The Historic Abbey
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