WEDDINGS & EVENTS
Garden Terrace
Iconic venues for events, meetings and history-making moments.
Your love story continues at The Guild.
Be it the character of the Grace Ballroom, the elegance of the Society Ballroom, or Poppy's urban garden oasis, your ideal wedding venue awaits.
We make wedding planning romantic from the moment of "I Will" to the day of "I Do."
Meet & Celebrate • Weddings & Events

Grace Ballroom
The Grace Ballroom - a magical venue, transformed from the original, historical gymnasium.
Features
3332 SQ FT
Natural light
Indoor/Outdoor functionality
Original textured brick walls & vaulted ceilings
Capacity: 370+
Natural light
Indoor/Outdoor functionality
Original textured brick walls & vaulted ceilings
Capacity: 370+

Celebrate your love story in the exquisite Grace Ballroom. A unique space that showcases a modern aesthetic blended with original historic features. Floor to ceiling windows fill the re-imagined gymnasium, functioning now as the most elegant wedding venue in the city.
The 30' original ceilings , rose gold chandeliers, polished wood floors and original mezzanine running track help provide an unforgettable setting for wedding,
The 30' original ceilings , rose gold chandeliers, polished wood floors and original mezzanine running track help provide an unforgettable setting for wedding,
Features
3332 SQ FT
Theater: 370
Rounds: 277
Reception: 333
Theater: 370
Rounds: 277
Reception: 333
Society Ballroom
Dive into the enchanting Society Ballroom, a premium space ideal for your wedding ceremony or reception, rebuilt from the original aquatic center.
Features
2816 SQ FT
Built-in "Gallery" space
Direct access to "Poppy", our urban garden inspired event space
Serene modern aesthetic
Capacity: 300+
Built-in "Gallery" space
Direct access to "Poppy", our urban garden inspired event space
Serene modern aesthetic
Capacity: 300+
Once the aquatic center of the YMCA, the Society Ballroom is now graced with expertly curated artwork, mirrored uplit window style alcoves, plush silver tone carpet styled as moving waters and floor to ceiling white drapes.
Your wedding guests can make use of "Society Gallery", an elevated pre-function space at the entrance of the Society Ballroom. Sophisticated and timeless, the Society Ballroom begs visitors to soak in the unique ambiance during your beloved ceremony or reception.
Your wedding guests can make use of "Society Gallery", an elevated pre-function space at the entrance of the Society Ballroom. Sophisticated and timeless, the Society Ballroom begs visitors to soak in the unique ambiance during your beloved ceremony or reception.
Features
2816 SQ FT
Theater: 313
Rounds: 234
Reception: 282
Theater: 313
Rounds: 234
Reception: 282
Poppy
An ethereal urban oasis in the heart of Downtown San Diego.
Features
3364 SQ FT
Outdoor urban garden
Lounge seating and open spaces
Integrated market lighting
Capacity: 335+
Outdoor urban garden
Lounge seating and open spaces
Integrated market lighting
Capacity: 335+
Under the iconic YMCA sign you'll find a unique urban garden large enough to inspire over 335 wedding guests. "Poppy" is landscaped with flowers that bear the same name as the space, as well as succulents, olive and Carolina laurel cherry trees. This coveted space boasts a mosaic “carpet like” brick terrace design, a criss cross of tivoli style lighting, garden uplights and available sound system. One of our signature spaces, "Poppy" is a breathtaking location for a wedding ceremony or reception.
Features
3364 SQ FT
Theater: 276
Rounds: 207
Reception: 336
Theater: 276
Rounds: 207
Reception: 336
Courtyard
Romantic, European inspired, al fresco wedding event location
Features
1396 SQ FT
Distinctive outdoor space
Upscale mix of lounge and table seating
Inspired decor mixed with lush greenery
Capacity: 140+
Distinctive outdoor space
Upscale mix of lounge and table seating
Inspired decor mixed with lush greenery
Capacity: 140+
Society Lounge
Society Lounge is the perfect, private location for an intimate gathering or bridal or groom ready room.
Features
425 SQ FT
Custom Corralito Marble Tables
Flexible Table arrangements
Private Location on Society Level
Capacity: 30
Custom Corralito Marble Tables
Flexible Table arrangements
Private Location on Society Level
Capacity: 30
The Society Lounge, The Guild's most private event space, is ideal for the most intimate events accompanying your wedding celebration. Hardwood floors, deep maroon velvet drapes and rich fabric club chairs combine with convertible marble tables to create dramatic designer events.
Features
425 SQ FT
Dining: 10+
Reception: 30*
*requires furniture removal, charges may apply
Dining: 10+
Reception: 30*
*requires furniture removal, charges may apply
Event Services
Our innovative & experienced team creates your vision
Chef Collaboration and Menu Design
Mixologist Consultation
Branded Event Menus
Menu tastings available
Branding Opportunities with Video Projection Wall
Full Hotel Buyouts Available - Guild Take Over
Chef Collaboration and Menu Design
Mixologist Consultation
Branded Event Menus
Menu tastings available
Branding Opportunities with Video Projection Wall
Full Hotel Buyouts Available - Guild Take Over
AV Capabilities
Video-texture mapping
Surround sound/LED lighting
Latest tech
Pre- & post-event support
Surround sound/LED lighting
Latest tech
Pre- & post-event support
Hotel Amenities
Dedicated event planners
Professional audio visual services
Meeting sets with clean, sophisticated designs
Restaurant-style banquet menus
White wood chairs, white floor-length linens & napkins
Seasonal heaters & umbrellas
Marriott Rewards Program
Professional audio visual services
Meeting sets with clean, sophisticated designs
Restaurant-style banquet menus
White wood chairs, white floor-length linens & napkins
Seasonal heaters & umbrellas
Marriott Rewards Program
Book Poppy or The Guild Bar for your next event.
Poppy
An urban oasis perfectly suited to a wedding ceremony, private reception or special dinner under the stars.
Learn More
The Guild Bar
Offering bespoke specialty cocktails, local craft beers, and hand-picked wines from California and abroad.
Learn More
Meeting & Event Rewards
There are even more reasons to book your next special event at The Guild.
Learn More