San Diego Central Library is a banquet hall wedding venue situated in San Diego, CA. Located mere minutes from the historic Gaslamp Quarter, this award-winning library provides gatherings of all styles and sizes with a stunning celebration backdrop. Since opening its doors in 2013, the building has become one of the city’s most popular cultural institutions, attracting over six million visitors every year. It has been praised for its top-of-the-line facilities, comfortable surroundings, and vibrant event spaces that are filled with shimmering natural light. Versatile, inviting, and elegant, it is the perfect place to start your new chapter with your nearest and dearest.

Facilities and Capacity

San Diego Central Library offers a selection of expansive event spaces to choose from to bring your dream wedding to life. Spread out over 5,000 square feet, The Neil Morgan Auditorium is the perfect place to host every stage of your day. This state-of-the-art theater and performance space has been designed to welcome groups of up to 300 and can be customized to fit your specific vision. It features folding floor-to-ceiling glass doors that expand into an outdoor courtyard, which is ideal for cocktail-hour mingling. A LED screen is provided as well as an acoustically-balanced sound system, complete with wireless microphones for speeches. For reception gatherings of up to 216 attendees can take place in the Shiley Special Events Suite. Located on the ninth floor, this majestic room features towering windows with stunning views of San Diego Bay, East Village, and Petco Park. As well as beautiful surroundings, it also features invaluable amenities, including a catering prep space, a serving area, and more. Get-ready rooms are also provided, allowing you to prepare for your festivities in secluded peace and privacy.

Services Offered

The Special Events team at San Diego Central Library is ready to put every detail in place so that you can enjoy your wedding to the fullest. Offering a selection of services, they will assist you in crafting a planning package that fits your unique vision for your day. Their options include setup and cleanup, basic lighting and sound, and more. They also offer a full list of preferred caterers in San Diego.