The Outdoor Art Club is an estate destination wedding venue in CA, United States, hosting 140 at dinner and 200 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$33,000 (our estimate), reached from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 40–50 minutes.
The Outdoor Art Club
The Outdoor Art Club stands apart as a working artist community and gallery venue rather than a traditional event space, offering couples an authentic Marin County setting where art installations and creative energy become part of your ceremony backdrop.
About The Outdoor Art Club
The Outdoor Art Club stands apart as a working artist community and gallery venue rather than a traditional event space, offering couples an authentic Marin County setting where art installations and creative energy become part of your ceremony backdrop.
Located on 3.5 acres in Mill Valley, this estate combines manicured gardens with studio spaces and galleries that guests can explore.
The venue's artist-in-residence program means your wedding happens within an active creative community, not just a decorated building.
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We got married here and had a wonderful experience. Staff was communicative and great to work with. The venue itself is beautiful and lovely. Highly recommend for weddings.
Viv and Greg · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 140 guests
- Standing reception
- 200 guests
- Ceremony, seated
- 140 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 0 rooms
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$33,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$7,500 to US$8,500 venue fee
- Venue fee
- US$7,500
House rules
- Days of the week
- Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Music until
- Music ends at 10:30 on Friday and Saturday, and at 9:30 on Sunday.
- Pets
- No
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SFO, 50 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- No
- Step-free access
- Yes
The spaces
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
- Space for dancing
- Yes
The place
- Gardens
- Yes
- Historic building
- Yes
Services
- Suppliers from the venue's list
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- No
- Outside caterers allowed
- Yes
- Bring your own wine
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 3.5-acre property in Mill Valley with multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces
- Active artist studios and rotating gallery exhibitions create a distinctive cultural atmosphere
- Historic estate with gardens, redwood groves, and artist-designed installations
- Google rating of 4.8/5 from 200+ reviews
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at local hotels; welcome reception optional
- 2:00 PMGuest arrival and venue tours of artist studios and galleries
- 4:30 PMCeremony begins in garden or pavilion space
- 5:30 PMCocktail hour in galleries and outdoor garden installations
- 6:30 PMDinner and dancing in reception pavilion
- 9:00 AMOptional farewell brunch at local Mill Valley café
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- SFO · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into San Francisco International Airport.
- Direct line
- (415) 383-2582
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
What time of year is best for an outdoor ceremony?+
April through October offers the most reliable weather in Mill Valley. Late spring and early fall typically provide warm days with minimal rain, though the venue's covered pavilion accommodates year-round events.
Are outside caterers allowed?+
Yes, the venue allows preferred and outside caterers. Contact the Outdoor Art Club directly at their website to discuss catering options and any associated fees.
Is the venue accessible for guests with mobility limitations?+
Portions of the 3.5-acre property are accessible; however, some gardens and studio areas involve stairs or uneven terrain. Discuss accessibility needs with venue management when planning your layout.
Can we use the artist galleries as part of our wedding?+
Yes, the galleries and art installations can be incorporated into your reception and guest experience. Many couples use gallery spaces for cocktail hours or as photo backdrops.
What is included in the venue rental fee?+
The rental includes access to grounds, indoor and outdoor spaces, tables, and chairs. Additional services such as linens, lighting, or staffing may incur extra fees; confirm details during your consultation.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 140 guests
“| Reception | Seated | 140 | 130 |”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 200 guests
“| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 140 | 200 |”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, seated: 140 guests
“| Ceremony | Seated | 0 | 140 |”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedRooms: 0 rooms
“Accommodations: no guestrooms”
Read the source for roomsOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Guests can mingle informally under the oak with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, or invite them to sit in rows while the you exchange vows in front of a dense backdrop of greenery.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: No
“The caterers on our required caterer list handle all of the linens, tableware, and glassware that are needed for your event.”
Read the source for in-house cateringOutside caterers allowed: Yes
“Yes. You must use one of the caterers on our Required Caterer list, no exceptions.”
Read the source for outside caterers allowedBring your own wine: Yes
“Alcohol: BYO”
Read the source for bring your own winePrice: US$7,500 to US$8,500 venue fee
“Our 2027 - Saturday $8,500, Friday and Sunday $7,500; 2028 - Saturday $9,000, Friday and Sunday $8,000”
Read the source for priceVenue fee: US$7,500
“Our 2027 - Saturday $8,500, Friday and Sunday $7,500; 2028 - Saturday $9,000, Friday and Sunday $8,000”
Read the source for venue feeDays of the week: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
“Weekends only: Friday and Saturday 10am–11pm; Sunday 10am–10pm.”
Read the source for days of the weekMusic until: Music ends at 10:30 on Friday and Saturday, and at 9:30 on Sunday.
“Music ends at 10:30 on Friday and Saturday, and at 9:30 on Sunday.”
Read the source for music untilPets: No
“No. Only service animals are allowed on the property.”
Read the source for petsParking: No
“All parking is on the street and in local lots.”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“Wheelchair Access: yes”
Read the source for step-free accessReception indoors: Yes
“The interior is spacious, with a beamed vaulted ceiling, hardwood floor and raised stage along one end, perfect for a head table or band setup.”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“| Reception | Seated | 140 | 130 |”
Read the source for reception outdoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“Dance Floor: yes”
Read the source for space for dancingGardens: Yes
“Surrounded by beautiful gardens and timeless architecture, the Outdoor Art Club provides a unique and welcoming setting for celebrations, meetings, performances, retreats, and special events of all kinds.”
Read the source for gardensHistoric building: Yes
“Today, the Outdoor Art Club Clubhouse is a California Historical Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.”
Read the source for historic buildingSuppliers from the venue's list: Yes
“Yes. You must use one of the caterers on our Required Caterer list, no exceptions.”
Read the source for suppliers from the venue's list