10 Holiday Party Venues in Orange County: Capacity and Rates
Guide · Published 24 October 2026
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Planning an office or family holiday party in Orange County starts with two questions: how many guests a space can hold, and how to ask about open dates. This guide lists 10 party and event venues, ranked by our method, with the capacity, spaces and booking details each one states. Where a venue does not state a rate, the entry points you to its phone number, email or inquiry form. Before you commit, confirm December availability, what the rental includes, and any insurance or minimum-hour terms directly with the venue.
1. The QD Venue
The QD Venue states a capacity of up to 800 guests. Its Grand Ballroom holds up to 700 guests and has high ceilings and a flexible layout, while the Crystal Ballroom holds up to 200 guests with natural light and crystal accents. A standard rental includes 12 hours of venue access, with seven hours for the event plus setup and breakdown time. To book, contact the venue at (714) 589-8853 or qdvenue@gmail.com to discuss event details.
| Capacity | Up to 800 guests |
| Minimum booking | Standard rental includes 12 hours of venue access with seven hours for the event itself plus setup and breakdown time |
| Facilities | Grand Ballroom for up to 700 guests with high ceilings and flexible layout |
| How to book | Contact venue to discuss event details and receive information |
- Address: 7722 Garden Grove Blvd, Westminster, CA 92683 (from Google)
- Hours: Mon–Sun 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM (from Google)
- Phone: (714) 589-8853
- Website: theqdvenue.com
2. The Barrel Room
The Barrel Room holds up to 75 guests, or more when combined with the adjacent outdoor area. It is at 18421 Gothard St., Suite 100, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. A full kitchen provides individual meals or full catering. Listed hours are Thursday to Saturday 12pm to 9pm and Sunday 12pm to 6pm. To book, fill out the venue's form and a team member will contact you, or email info@foursonsbrewing.com.
| Capacity | up to 75 guests or more if combined with adjacent outdoor area |
| Facilities | Full kitchen providing individual meals or full catering |
| How to book | Fill out form and team member will contact you |
- Address: 18421 Gothard St., Suite 100, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
- Hours: Thursday-Saturday 12pm-9pm, Sunday 12pm-6pm
- Website: foursonsbrewing.com
3. Colab Space
Colab Space states a capacity of 130 guests and an hourly rate starting at $285. It is located across from John Wayne airport. The venue lists indoor and outdoor event spaces, a stocked kitchen, on-site audiovisual equipment, chairs, tables and coffee service, plus a sound system with Spotify capability. Event management and concierge services are offered. Host liability insurance is required.
| Capacity | 130 guests |
| Hourly rate | Starts at $285/HOUR |
| Facilities | On-site audiovisual equipment, chairs, tables, and coffee service |
- Address: Located in the heart of Orange County across from John Wayne airport
- Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sat–Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: (949) 617-1887 (from Google)
- Website: thecolabspace.com
4. The Linksman
The Linksman offers a 2,000-square-foot private event space for up to 50 guests. The space includes a 21-foot golf simulator, billiards, an arcade, full catering and a dedicated on-site host. It is at 2008 Yale Street, Suite E, Santa Ana, CA 92704. Parking is available, including handicap parking and ramps. You can book or request a quote online, or call (949) 285-3211.
| Capacity | Maximum 50 guests |
| Facilities | 2,000 sq ft private space with 21-foot golf simulator, billiards, arcade, full catering, and dedicated on-site host |
| How to book | Online booking and quote request available |
- Address: 2008 Yale Street, Suite E, Santa Ana, CA 92704
- Phone: (949) 285-3211
- Website: thelinksman.com
5. So Cal Classic Car Venue
So Cal Classic Car Venue states a capacity of 50 to 175 guests, with 3 rooms available for parties and corporate events. It is at 23522 Commerce Center Dr, Laguna Hills, CA 92653. Listed features include flat-screen smart TVs, surround sound, Wi-Fi and an onsite kitchenette, with tables, chairs, a PA and audio system, and cooling and heating solutions for rent. Hours are Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; email events@oceventvenue.com.
| Capacity | 50-175 guests |
| Facilities | Flexible Event Layouts, Contemporary Lounge and Lobby, Flat-Screen Smart TVs, Surround Sound, Wi-Fi, Whiteboard for Rent, Table and Chairs for Rent, PA and Audio System for Rent, Cooling and Heating Solutions for Rent, Onsite Kitchenette, Ample Space Outside |
- Address: 23522 Commerce Center Dr, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
- Hours: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Phone: (949) 305-4818 (from Google)
- Website: oceventvenue.com
More about So Cal Classic Car Venue
6. The Turnip Rose Promenade.
The Turnip Rose Promenade states a capacity of 50 to 500 guests. Its spaces include a grand park, a rose garden, a reception space, a foyer and a ballroom. The venue hosts private events including cocktail parties and corporate events, and full bar service is available. It is at 1570 Scenic Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, and the listed phone number is 949 478 8782.
| Capacity | 50 to 500 guests |
| Facilities | Spacious grand park, elegant rose garden, reception space, intimate foyer and ballroom |
- Address: 1570 Scenic Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- Hours: Mon–Sun 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (from Google)
- Phone: 949 478 8782
- Website: turniprose.com
More about The Turnip Rose Promenade.
7. Orange Woman's Club Events
Orange Woman's Club Events states a capacity of up to 250 guests and offers Ballroom and Garden Patio spaces. The main ballroom has a dance floor and a grand stage for live music, plus a garden area for ceremonies and mingling. Listed hours are Fridays and Saturdays 9am to midnight and Sundays 1pm to midnight. Call the Event Manager at (714) 605-3753 for tours and consultations; Open House tours run Saturdays 9am to 11am.
| Capacity | Up to 250 guests |
| Facilities | Main ballroom with dance floor, grand stage for live music and performances, garden area for ceremonies and mingling |
| How to book | Contact event manager for questions and details |
- Address: 121 South Center Street, Orange, California 92866
- Hours: Saturdays 9am - 11am for Open House; Fridays and Saturdays 9am to midnight, Sundays 1pm to midnight
- Phone: (714) 605-3753
- Website: orangewc.com
More about Orange Woman's Club Events
8. The Estate on Second
The Estate on Second holds up to 160 guests for seated events and 175 for cocktail-style events. Bookings are exclusive, so the entire venue is yours with no overlapping events or shared spaces. Features include soaring ceilings, crystal chandeliers, Palladian windows and a vintage-luxe Speakeasy. You can choose a date, menu and bar online to see real availability and an all-in price, or email hello@estateonsecond.com.
| Capacity | Up to 160 guests for weddings or seated events, 175 guests for cocktail style events |
| Facilities | Soaring ceilings, crystal chandeliers, Palladian windows, vintage-luxe Speakeasy |
| How to book | Exclusive booking - the entire venue is yours with no overlapping events or shared spaces |
- Address: 207 W 2nd St. Santa Ana, CA 92701
- Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sat–Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: (714) 636-6045 (from Google)
- Website: estateonsecond.com
More about The Estate on Second
9. Grand Gimeno
Grand Gimeno holds up to 250 guests for seated events and up to 600 for cocktail-style events. It has six spaces: Grand Central Hall, Olive Grove, Courtyard, Foyer and two VIP suites. Two indoor fireplaces, one outdoor fireplace and a firepit are listed, along with an outdoor kitchen with a wood-fired pizza oven and Argentine asado grill. Request pricing and availability through the website form or info@grandgimeno.com, with a soft hold available for 2 weeks at no charge.
| Capacity | Up to 250 guests for weddings or seated events; up to 600 guests for cocktail-style events |
| Facilities | 100-year-old olive trees outdoors, 30-foot ceilings and exposed timber trusses indoors, artisan tile throughout |
| How to book | Request pricing and availability through website form |
- Address: 146 N Grand St Orange, CA 92866
- Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sat–Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: (714) 636-6045 (from Google)
- Website: grandgimeno.com
10. Ebell Club of Santa Ana
The Ebell Club of Santa Ana states approximately 425 seats. Its theater has floor and balcony seating, a raised proscenium-style stage of approximately 25 by 18 feet, and sound and lighting systems. For event inquiries, contact Colette's Catering & Events. The club's website is https://ebellofsantaana.com/, and it lists the phone number 714.547.6331 and the email ebellclubsa@gmail.com.
| Capacity | Approximately 425 seats |
| Facilities | Theater with floor and balcony seating, raised proscenium style stage approximately 25 feet by 18 feet, sound and lighting systems |
| How to book | Contact Colette's Catering & Events for event inquiries |
| Booking | Santa Ana Ebell Club Venue Rental Link (directs to another website for facility rentals) |
- Address: 718 Mortimer St, Santa Ana, CA 92701 (from Google)
- Phone: 714.547.6331
- Website: ebellclubsa.com
More about Ebell Club of Santa Ana
Frequently asked questions
Which Orange County venues on this list can host a large holiday party?
The QD Venue states a capacity of up to 800 guests. Grand Gimeno lists up to 600 guests for cocktail-style events, and The Turnip Rose Promenade states 50 to 500 guests.
Which venues suit a smaller office or family holiday party?
The Linksman holds up to 50 guests, and The Barrel Room holds up to 75, or more with its adjacent outdoor area. Colab Space states a capacity of 130 guests.
How much does it cost to rent a holiday party venue in Orange County?
Colab Space states an hourly rate starting at $285 and requires host liability insurance. The Estate on Second lets you choose a date, menu and bar online to see an all-in price, and Grand Gimeno takes pricing requests through its website form.
Can I hold a December date while I finalize plans?
Grand Gimeno offers a soft hold for 2 weeks at no charge. For other venues, ask directly how they handle date holds and deposits before you commit.
How we chose these businesses
We ranked every business in our party and event venues listings that publishes the relevant details on its own website. The ranking combines the business's Google rating, adjusted for how many reviews it has, how many of the facts this guide needs the business publishes, and how recently we checked them. Every price and detail listed here comes from the business's own website. We don't review or rate businesses ourselves, and no business paid to be included. Prices and menus change, so confirm with the business before you go or book. How we rank · Report a correction
Facts last checked against each business's website on 22 October 2026.