Centered around a majestic redwood grove, our 4-acre sanctuary blends towering trees, tranquil gardens, a cozy indoor lodge and lounge, full-service bar, and a spacious redwood deck the perfect canvas for celebrations of life, corporate offsites, and meaningful private events near you.
With curated bar service and hands-on support from our experienced venue manager, every gathering feels seamless, intentional, and deeply memorable.
Located in Fairfax, California, Redwood Event Center has been family-owned and operated since 1937 where natural beauty meets trusted hospitality. All events include exclusive private use of the venue, with a flexible planning model that empowers you to shape the experience around your vision.
We work closely with our preferred trusted caterers to create meals that match the tone of your gathering from intimate buffets to beautifully plated dinners.
Redwood Event Center is a private, four-acre sanctuary nestled beneath 150-foot redwoods and vibrant, curated gardens in Marin County, California a standout choice for those searching for event venues near me.
From heartfelt celebrations of life to intentional corporate offsite gatherings, our outdoor venue near me blends natural beauty with warm hospitality to create truly meaningful experiences.
With deer wandering through sun-dappled groves and every detail thoughtfully designed, Redwood is a nature-based event venue and beloved gathering place unlike anything else in the San Francisco Bay Area.
A one-of-a-kind outdoor event venue in Marin County for celebrations, offsites, and gatherings with heart.
Gather under soaring 150-foot redwood trees and curated gardens a private, nature-based venue for meaningful events in Marin County.
Host your gathering across our redwood deck, event lodge, lounge, and open-air garden areas with a full bar and indoor comfort included.
Located in Fairfax, just 45 minutes from San Francisco and Silicon Valley — close to everything, yet surrounded by nature.
From celebrations of life to corporate offsites, your dedicated event manager makes planning seamless with thoughtful support and in-house services.
Looking for a private event venue near San Francisco for a celebration of life, corporate offsite, or custom gathering?
Redwood Event Center offers a peaceful, outdoor venue near you just 45 minutes from the Bay Area — with towering redwood trees, full-service amenities, and guided support from a dedicated event manager.
✅ Now booking weekday and weekend events at one of the most scenic event venues near me.
✅ Schedule a private tour to walk the space, ask questions, and start planning with ease.
No — both are billed separately from the venue fee. For catering, we’ll connect you with trusted local partners who know our space well. You’ll work directly with the caterer to choose your menu and receive a customized proposal based on your guest count and service style. All beverage and bar service is provided exclusively by Redwood Event Center. Outside alcohol or bartending vendors are not permitted.
Yes. Your event is the only one on the calendar. From setup to send-off, the entire venue is yours — no overlapping bookings, no shared spaces, just you and your guests in the redwoods.
Yes. We have a built-in surround sound system in the redwoods, ideal for light background music and amplified speeches. For dancing or louder music, we move indoors to our entertainment room in order to comply with local sound ordinances and respect our surrounding neighbors.
No problem. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll move your offsite indoors to our main event space. Since we only host one event at a time, the indoor space is always reserved as a seamless backup — no overlap, no stress.
Yes. In case of rain or high winds, outdoor portions of your event will be moved indoors. Our indoor space is always reserved as a ready backup.
Yes. We have clean, modern restrooms located inside the venue, with enough space for all guests.
Absolutely. Free tours are available by appointment. Fill out the inquiry form and we’ll schedule your private walk-through.
Redwood Event Center and Deer Park Villa share the same stunning redwood grounds. While Redwood focuses on private events, celebrations of life, and corporate gatherings, Deer Park Villa is one of the top venues near me for weddings.