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The Padua Hills Theatre is a wedding venue located in Claremont, California. Nestled in picturesque hills, this venue offers couples old-world style and charm in a welcoming atmosphere.

Facilities and Capacity

This event space includes several elegant indoor and outdoor areas to accommodate celebrations of various sizes in all kinds of weather conditions. In the heart of the Padua grounds, among a scenic grove of olive trees, sits the venue’s plaza courtyard. Featuring a one-of-a-kind wrought-iron gazebo, this site provides a memorable setting for couples to say “I do.” This area also offers a customizable option for your wedding reception with space for up to 350 guests. You can enjoy a pleasant cocktail hour next to a warm fireplace or opt for a dinner with linen-draped tables, Chiavari chairs, and twinkling lights. The Padua Hills Theatre also has a terrace with breathtaking sunset views and the ability to seat 250 of your loved ones. This spot overlooks a valley of chaparral and has a balcony and vista to accommodate ceremonies and romantic photos. The Ballroom is uniquely elegant and fully equipped with customizable lighting and sound.

Services Offered

The Padua Hills Theatre can host a variety of special events, with a primary focus on wedding ceremonies and receptions. This venue’s professional staff walks you through the planning of all the details of your big day. When working with this team for your celebration, you’ll also have access to the following items and services to ensure an event that’s as seamless as possible:

  • Aisle runners
  • Altar/arch
  • Dance floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Getting ready rooms
  • Lighting/sound
  • Outside vendors
  • Pet-friendly areas
  • Parking
  • Setup and cleanup
  • Tables and chairs
  • Wheelchair access

Cuisine

Couples are offered numerous catering options and bar services at the Padua Hills Theatre. This venue uses only the freshest ingredients to create delicious dishes you and your guests will remember for years to come. A variety of dining styles are available, including buffets, family-style service, hors d’oeuvres, plated service, stations, and more. The event space also features an extensive array of bar services for your wedding:

  • Bartender(s)
  • Cash, limited, or open bar
  • House beer, liquor, and wine
  • Premium liquor
  • Signature drink
  • Specialty beer and wine

Pricing information

Couples usually spend $28,200
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Reception
$18,000 starting price
Ceremony
$3,500 starting price
Bar service
$25 per person
These prices are available for the months of March through December.

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$18,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$16,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
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Reviews of The Padua Hills Theatre

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4.6 out of 5 rating
4.6 out of 5 rating
67 reviews
92% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.6 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.6 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.5 out of 5 rating
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Padua Hills Theatre receives glowing reviews from wedding guests, describing the venue as beautiful, the staff as extremely friendly and helpful, and the food as outstanding. Guests appreciated the one-stop-shop wedding package, seamless planning process with preferred vendors, and thoughtful accommodations for special needs. The inclusive and welcoming atmosphere, along with the attention to detail, personal touches, and delicious food, left a lasting impression on guests, making the wedding experience unforgettable and highly recommended.

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Padua Hills Theatre receives glowing reviews from wedding guests, describing the venue as beautiful, the staff as extremely friendly and helpful, and the food as outstanding. Guests appreciated the one-stop-shop wedding package, seamless planning process with preferred vendors, and thoughtful accommodations for special needs. The inclusive and welcoming atmosphere, along with the attention to detail, personal touches, and delicious food, left a lasting impression on guests, making the wedding experience unforgettable and highly recommended.

Weddingwire
4.6/5 67 reviews
Google
4.7/5 397 reviews
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 10/03/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Day

We cannot say enough great things about Padua! Every member of the staff we worked with was incredibly friendly, helpful, and always on top of everything. From the moment we started planning, they maintained constant communication through emails and phone calls, ensuring every last-minute update to tables and setups was handled smoothly. On the day of the wedding, the staff truly went above and beyond to make everything perfect.
The food was outstanding, with many of our family and friends commenting that it was the best they’d ever had at a wedding. The portions were generous, and no guest went hungry! The bar staff was exceptional—friendly, skilled, and able to craft anything our guests requested. They even knew all the VIPs, like the father of the bride, so they didn’t have to wait in line.
One of the most thoughtful touches was when they found a binder for the father of the bride to use as a prop for his speech on the day of the wedding. It was these small, personal details that made the experience unforgettable.
We received countless compliments from our guests about how professional and helpful the staff were. If you’re considering Padua for your event, rest assured that you’re in excellent hands.
Raymond
Raymond Sent on 09/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Wedding!

Being in a same-sex relationship, my husband and I specifically looked for a venue where we felt safe, welcomed, and excited as we tied the knot. Padua Hills Theatre was above and beyond. Not only did we feel what we hoped, but Kristina, Ryan, Crystal, and their entire staff from the day we first visited to the night’s end of our wedding made us feel like family. It was truly overwhelming to feel so embraced. I can tell everyone part of the Padua team is in this industry for the passion and love what they do.

As a venue, we value that they’re essentially a 1-stop shop for a well-rounded wedding package. With the few additional vendors, we wanted (e.g. photography, flowers, cake, signage, hotel, makeup and hair), we specifically worked off their preferred vendors list, which made the entire process truly turnkey and easy – for us and for them. As a result, we not only had the memory of our wedding day, but also the memories of enjoying the various planning meetings with them and our family and friends who joined us at those times.

Even our guests felt the love and embrace, and CARE, from Padua. A dear friend of mine requires a wheelchair, and they went above and beyond to ensure a staff member was always on standby to assist her as needed, as well as planned our wedding (per our request) around accommodating her needs and mobility throughout the venue. Honestly, it was touching to witness their genuine love and care for their guests.

As for the food, it was above and beyond what we hoped for. We knew based on their repution everything would be great – and that anticipation grew at our tasting (which they made special like a beautiful evening night out!). When the wedding arrived, the quality, flavor, serving portions, presentation, service, and continued flow of appetizers, main courses, and cocktails were unmatched. Our family and friends still rave about everything and every detail about our wedding to this day.

Lastly, what was touching was the intentionality of the team to be mindful of our walk in life. The little nuances of referring to the Bridal Suite as the “Grooms Suite” during the wedding, ensuring that all paperwork was not gender-specific, and being very conscientious of all verbiage and etiquette does not go unnoticed. It’s those little things that are actually the big things that can easily cause someone to mentally check out of the moment. And thanks to Padua, we felt so seen, embraced, and accepted with open arms.

I hope to work with them again someday, and if not, then I’ll gladly root for them and praise them from start to finish on every mountain top. Cheers!
Mandy
Mandy Sent on 07/02/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

Beautiful wedding, incredible dance floor!

This place really has it all. The venue space is gorgeous. The food is delicious. The dance floor is insanely cool!

All our guests had a blast (as did we). Many say it's the best wedding they've been to.

Ryan and team are the best!
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The Padua Hills Theatre frequently asked questions

The Padua Hills Theatre includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Padua Hills Theatre includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Padua Hills Theatre includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by The Padua Hills Theatre for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
The Padua Hills Theatre offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Padua Hills Theatre offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
The Padua Hills Theatre offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
The Padua Hills Theatre offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Padua Hills Theatre is recommended by 92% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.6 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.7 in quality of service, 4.6 in average response time, 4.6 in professionalism, 4.5 in flexibility and 4.5 in value.
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