Mingei International Museum

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $3,000

Guest capacity

Up to 220 seated guests

About this venue

Mingei International Museum, housed in the famous Balboa Park in San Diego, offers an amazing backdrop for weddings. Celebrating folk art, craft, and design, the brilliantly designed venue combines art and architecture to produce an inspirational environment. From ceremonies and receptions to engagement parties and rehearsal dinners, the Cargill Commons and the adjacent Neeley Courtyard provide an open-air flow improved by views of the historic Plaza de Panama. The Atalaya Theater offers a versatile indoor space with a beautiful glass wall opening to views of Palm Canyon. To accentuate the celebration, the two roof-top terraces offer breathtaking views of the Balboa Park Plaza and California Tower. Surrounded with well-chosen artwork, the museum's three-level architecture provides couples with a special place to celebrate among art and culture and exchange vows in its peaceful environment.

Seated guest capacity

15-220

Venue type

Museums, Galleries
Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

Indoor

1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101

Our event spaces

Cargill Commons

Breathtaking architectural surprises and commissioned artworks make gatherings shine in incredible new event spaces within a historic building.

A spacious open area with ample natural light flowing into the space from multiple large glass doors, giving guests glimpses of the Plaza de Panama and Alcazar Garden. Groups easily flow from here to the Museum's Courtyard

Guest capacity

50-220 Seated

100-300 Standing

Square footage

3,000

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Wall mounted screen with full AV, wireless microphone and house music system. Couches, tables and chairs to seat 55 Full 25-foot live edge wooden bar.

Room cost

$3000 for 4 hours (including 2 hour set up and 1 hour break down) - 7 hours

Neeley Courtyard

A unique outdoor space located in the heart of Balboa Park enhanced by the beautiful San Diego weather.

Featuring Manitoba stone flooring and a mid-century mural, the Courtyard makes a picture-perfect backdrop for any event. Ideal for cocktail parties, wedding ceremonies or late-night dance parties, the courtyard has ambiance floor lighting to enhance the vibe.

Guest capacity

50-100 Seated

100-150 Standing

Square footage

3,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Room cost

$3000 for 4 hours (including 2 hour set up and 1 hour break down) - 7 hours