University of California, San Diego (UC San Diego)

Event Types Welcomed
Adult Social Events | Corporate Social Events | Expo/Competitions | Family Reunions | Professional Meeting/Training/Conference/Retreats | Wedding Ceremonies | Wedding Receptions | Youth Parties | Youth Retreat/CampsMaximum
Capacity:5000
Capacity:5000
On-Site
Spaces:120
Spaces:120
Maximum
Overnight:8000
Overnight:8000
About
About University of California, San Diego (UC San Diego)
UC San Diego is located just 12 miles north of downtown San Diego in the coastal community of La Jolla, California. Located atop a cliff overlooking serene beaches and coastline, the University of California San Diego is considered one of the most beautiful campuses in the state boasting giant eucalyptus groves, spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, and wide open outdoor spaces.
With seven housing communities offering unique and distinctive Housing and Dining accommodations, UC San Diego offers an array of residential spaces, meeting rooms, recreation facilities, and more to provide an inclusive setting for any La Jolla, CA event. UC San Diego offers value-priced package options that include meals and lodging as well as the option to create a customized program.
UC San Diego Hospitality and Conference Services offers full service event management for large scale conferences as well as coordination support for a wide range of summer camps and educational programs. Our Hospitality and Conference Service team is knowledgeable and ready to assist with your upcoming La Jolla, CA event or conference.
With seven housing communities offering unique and distinctive Housing and Dining accommodations, UC San Diego offers an array of residential spaces, meeting rooms, recreation facilities, and more to provide an inclusive setting for any La Jolla, CA event. UC San Diego offers value-priced package options that include meals and lodging as well as the option to create a customized program.
UC San Diego Hospitality and Conference Services offers full service event management for large scale conferences as well as coordination support for a wide range of summer camps and educational programs. Our Hospitality and Conference Service team is knowledgeable and ready to assist with your upcoming La Jolla, CA event or conference.
LOCATION + TRANSPORTATION
San Diego - 10
Los Angeles - 110
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San Diego International Airport - 15 minutes
Taxi | Bus | Lyft | Uber
Onsite: Yes Fee
Fee: $8.00 per day and up
CATERING
UCSD Venue Conference Packages include three meals a day at one of the many campus Dining restaurants. Dining locations feature an All-you-care-to-eat experience during breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Convenient boxed meal options available for on- or off- campus activities. Customized culinary experience available through UC San Diego Catering to create a unique menu to reflect the mood and theme of your La Jolla, CA conferenceMust Use In-House Catering

Cultural Catering

Venue Hosted Alcohol Permitted

Self-Service Alcohol Permitted

AMENITIES + UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
MEETING + EVENT SPACE CAPACITIES
5000 Attendees
120 Spaces
:
Theatre Style 850 | Classroom Style 400
TECHNOLOGY
Our La Jolla area event location includes videoconferencing, and wireless internet in housing areas and meeting spaces.Yes
Free

Yes
Yes




RENTAL POLICIES
Alcohol Consumption
Family-Friendly

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS
8000 Overnight Guests
Residence Halls|Suite/Apt Style|Hotel-Like|Nearby Hotel(s)
Yes
Free

Cost:
Communal Semi-Private
Accommodations
Accommodations
8000
Total Number of
Overnight Guests
Overnight Guests
Accommodation Types
| Residence Halls | Suite/Apartment Style | image
The ERC residence halls are made up of 4-story buildings which surround the Green. A mixture of single and triple occupancy rooms, the suites can house up to 16 guests, each of which has its own kitchen and living area with a west-facing terrace.
The ERC apartments, in suites of 4 guests, include sizeable kitchens and living rooms; the lower levels with sunken gardens and upper levels with terraces. Housing units typically face onto public plazas and courtyards to encourage interaction between residents, and create a sense of community within the campus.
The ERC residence halls are made up of 4-story buildings which surround the Green. A mixture of single and triple occupancy rooms, the suites can house up to 16 guests, each of which has its own kitchen and living area with a west-facing terrace.
The ERC apartments, in suites of 4 guests, include sizeable kitchens and living rooms; the lower levels with sunken gardens and upper levels with terraces. Housing units typically face onto public plazas and courtyards to encourage interaction between residents, and create a sense of community within the campus.
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Marshall residence halls are made up of suites of triple, single, and double rooms that surround a spacious common area with a living room, large bathroom, and a patio.
Marshall apartments are divided into lower and upper communities. Marshall Upper apartments feature single story buildings with a combination of single and double rooms, a kitchen, bathroom, living room and balcony. Marshall Lower apartments offer a combination of one and two story buildings which are also fully furnished and have a kitchen, bathroom, and living room.
Marshall residence halls are made up of suites of triple, single, and double rooms that surround a spacious common area with a living room, large bathroom, and a patio.
Marshall apartments are divided into lower and upper communities. Marshall Upper apartments feature single story buildings with a combination of single and double rooms, a kitchen, bathroom, living room and balcony. Marshall Lower apartments offer a combination of one and two story buildings which are also fully furnished and have a kitchen, bathroom, and living room.
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Two high-rise residence halls feature suites of primarily triple rooms (and some singles) with shared restrooms and common area spaces to gather and study.
Located across the quad are two apartment complexes, Tamarack and Tuolumne. Tamarack Apartments is housed in a 9-story midrise apartment building complete with elevators and LEED Gold Certification. Accommodations include living rooms, kitchens, and bedroom space for up to 6 guests in combinations of single and double rooms. Tuolumne apartments house up to 5 guests with a living room, a small kitchen, bathroom, storage room, one double bedroom, and 2 or 3 single rooms.
Two high-rise residence halls feature suites of primarily triple rooms (and some singles) with shared restrooms and common area spaces to gather and study.
Located across the quad are two apartment complexes, Tamarack and Tuolumne. Tamarack Apartments is housed in a 9-story midrise apartment building complete with elevators and LEED Gold Certification. Accommodations include living rooms, kitchens, and bedroom space for up to 6 guests in combinations of single and double rooms. Tuolumne apartments house up to 5 guests with a living room, a small kitchen, bathroom, storage room, one double bedroom, and 2 or 3 single rooms.
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Revelle residence halls are primarily made up of double and triple bedrooms and are arranged to promote social interaction among residents. Residence hall suites feature two bathroom stalls, two showers, and three sinks, as well as common area lounge spaces.
The Keeling Apartments are made up of 3 towers with views of the Pacific Ocean to the west and Mountain ranges to the east. The buildings are complete with elevators and LEED Platinum Certification. Apartments accommodate up to 6 guests, with a combination of single and double bedrooms. The apartments boast full-size kitchens and living rooms.
Revelle residence halls are primarily made up of double and triple bedrooms and are arranged to promote social interaction among residents. Residence hall suites feature two bathroom stalls, two showers, and three sinks, as well as common area lounge spaces.
The Keeling Apartments are made up of 3 towers with views of the Pacific Ocean to the west and Mountain ranges to the east. The buildings are complete with elevators and LEED Platinum Certification. Apartments accommodate up to 6 guests, with a combination of single and double bedrooms. The apartments boast full-size kitchens and living rooms.
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Eight 2-story residence halls feature furnished suites with lounges and a mix of single, double, and triple bedrooms.
Apartments feature a kitchen, outdoor patio, dining room, and living room, as well as a mix of bedrooms.
Eight 2-story residence halls feature furnished suites with lounges and a mix of single, double, and triple bedrooms.
Apartments feature a kitchen, outdoor patio, dining room, and living room, as well as a mix of bedrooms.
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The Village community features a total of 13 buildings, two of which are high rises with incredible ocean views and four low-rise eco-flats. All of the resident apartment homes feature modern amenities, a sleek design aesthetic, and innovative sustainable amenities—which were key to earning its LEED Gold Certification.
The Village community features a total of 13 buildings, two of which are high rises with incredible ocean views and four low-rise eco-flats. All of the resident apartment homes feature modern amenities, a sleek design aesthetic, and innovative sustainable amenities—which were key to earning its LEED Gold Certification.
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Residence halls feature suite-style accommodations, including a common living room area, study space and single, double and triple rooms.
Guests may also be housed in two bedroom apartment units complete with living rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms that accommodate up to 5 guests.
Residence halls feature suite-style accommodations, including a common living room area, study space and single, double and triple rooms.
Guests may also be housed in two bedroom apartment units complete with living rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms that accommodate up to 5 guests.
Amenities + Unique Experiences
AMENITIES
Amenities
A/V Tech Staff
ADA Accessible
Biking
Eco-Friendly
Fitness Center
Food and Beverage On-Site
Hiking
LCD Projectors
Laptops
Microphones
Outdoor Event/Meeting Space
Parking On-Site
Projector Screen
Running
Sound System
Sports Facilities
Swimming Pool
Team Building
Wi-Fi
Event Spaces
Meeting and Event Spaces
Max Capacities
5000
Overall
400
Classroom
Style
Style
Meeting + Event Spaces
| 3,189 SQ FT | 100 Banquet Style | 80 Classroom Style | 50 Conference Style | 50 Hollow Square Space Style | 40 Open-U Style | image | image
Located on the north end of campus overlooking Torrey Pines, Meeting Rooms on Fifteen is a convenient way to impress employees or guests without leaving the University. The space is ideal for the smallest of meetings to large social gatherings, with flexible seating arrangements and the latest in high-tech audio/visual equipment.
Located on the north end of campus overlooking Torrey Pines, Meeting Rooms on Fifteen is a convenient way to impress employees or guests without leaving the University. The space is ideal for the smallest of meetings to large social gatherings, with flexible seating arrangements and the latest in high-tech audio/visual equipment.
| 4,214 SQ FT | 180 Banquet Style | 144 Classroom Style
Besides its breathtaking architectural design, it also has an adjacent patio facing the Pacific Ocean. Perfect for an elegant catered dinner or perhaps a casual barbeque.
Besides its breathtaking architectural design, it also has an adjacent patio facing the Pacific Ocean. Perfect for an elegant catered dinner or perhaps a casual barbeque.
| 4,500 SQ FT | 200 Banquet Style | 100 Classroom Style
Ballroom with a built in stage.
Ballroom with a built in stage.
| 4,050 SQ FT | 176 Banquet Style | 100 Classroom Style
Located on Level 2 of Price Center West. This is the smaller ballroom out of Ballroom AB.
Located on Level 2 of Price Center West. This is the smaller ballroom out of Ballroom AB.
| 6,750 SQ FT | 352 Banquet Style | 200 Classroom Style
Located on Level 2 of Price Center West.
Located on Level 2 of Price Center West.
| 1,000 SQ FT | 40 Banquet Style | 42 Classroom Style
Located at Eleanor Roosevelt College, near the Great Hall, these four rooms are excellent for break out sessions and smaller meetings. Media and audio visual equipment for events can also be provided.
Located at Eleanor Roosevelt College, near the Great Hall, these four rooms are excellent for break out sessions and smaller meetings. Media and audio visual equipment for events can also be provided.
| 12,500 SQ FT | 790 Banquet Style
The performance home for the University Events Office, UCSD Music Department, the San Diego International Film Series, and many other performing arts organizations.
The performance home for the University Events Office, UCSD Music Department, the San Diego International Film Series, and many other performing arts organizations.
Food + Beverage
Food + Beverage
Availability




Catering
UCSD Venue Conference Packages include three meals a day at one of the many campus Dining restaurants. Dining locations feature an All-you-care-to-eat experience during breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Convenient boxed meal options available for on- or off- campus activities. Customized culinary experience available through UC San Diego Catering to create a unique menu to reflect the mood and theme of your La Jolla, CA conferenceDining Options
| Seating Capacity: 550 | image
64 Degrees, one of the newest dining facilities, serves an all-you-care-to-eat menu and boasts a beautiful ambiance, with floor to ceiling windows and modern furnishings. 64 Degrees is the neighborhood dining location for the Revelle Campus.
64 Degrees, one of the newest dining facilities, serves an all-you-care-to-eat menu and boasts a beautiful ambiance, with floor to ceiling windows and modern furnishings. 64 Degrees is the neighborhood dining location for the Revelle Campus.
| Seating Capacity: 350 | image
Café Ventanas, offering an all-you-care-to eat menu, features breathtaking architectural design, including 30-foot glass walls, open natural wood beam ceilings, and a large outdoor dining patio and amphitheater. Café Ventanas serves as the neighborhood dining location for The Village, ERC, and Marshall housing communities during the summer months.
Café Ventanas, offering an all-you-care-to eat menu, features breathtaking architectural design, including 30-foot glass walls, open natural wood beam ceilings, and a large outdoor dining patio and amphitheater. Café Ventanas serves as the neighborhood dining location for The Village, ERC, and Marshall housing communities during the summer months.
| Seating Capacity: 400 | image
Pines, located in the center of the Muir Housing community, offers customers an all-you-care-to-eat menu in a lofted, open concept space with tons of windows and saturated color. Pines services the Muir Housing Community as well as commuter students and staff with its proximity to classrooms and other meeting spaces.
Pines, located in the center of the Muir Housing community, offers customers an all-you-care-to-eat menu in a lofted, open concept space with tons of windows and saturated color. Pines services the Muir Housing Community as well as commuter students and staff with its proximity to classrooms and other meeting spaces.
Location
Location + Transportation
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Nearby Airport
San Diego International Airport - 15 minutesNearby Cities
San Diego - 10 miles | Los Angeles - 110Transportation + Parking
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Attractions
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As the public outreach center for the renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Birch Aquarium brings guests into the exciting world of cutting-edge research. Explore interactive exhibits and come face to face with exciting creatures including a rescued Loggerhead Sea Turtle, Leopard Sharks, and Seahorses. Don't miss the Dive Show in the two-story Giant Kelp Forest or the outdoor touch pools that feature stunning ocean views.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
As the public outreach center for the renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Birch Aquarium brings guests into the exciting world of cutting-edge research. Explore interactive exhibits and come face to face with exciting creatures including a rescued Loggerhead Sea Turtle, Leopard Sharks, and Seahorses. Don't miss the Dive Show in the two-story Giant Kelp Forest or the outdoor touch pools that feature stunning ocean views.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
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An urban paradise for all ages, the San Diego Zoo is a must-see in Southern California. Spend the day monkeying around in our tropical oasis as you visit amazing habitats for animals such as gorillas, Komodo dragons, tigers, flamingos, mandrills, polar bears, birds of paradise, giant tortoises, elephants, and more. Visit the Australian Outback to see our colony of more than 25 koalas. A stroll through Africa Rocks reveals the animal and plant inhabitants of six iconic African habitats. Enjoy a guided tour on a double-decker bus or an aerial view from Skyfari, and dine in the peaceful surroundings of Albert's Restaurant.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
An urban paradise for all ages, the San Diego Zoo is a must-see in Southern California. Spend the day monkeying around in our tropical oasis as you visit amazing habitats for animals such as gorillas, Komodo dragons, tigers, flamingos, mandrills, polar bears, birds of paradise, giant tortoises, elephants, and more. Visit the Australian Outback to see our colony of more than 25 koalas. A stroll through Africa Rocks reveals the animal and plant inhabitants of six iconic African habitats. Enjoy a guided tour on a double-decker bus or an aerial view from Skyfari, and dine in the peaceful surroundings of Albert's Restaurant.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
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Spread across 190 acres on beautiful Mission Bay Park, SeaWorld is known for its amazing animals, interactive attractions, aquariums, rides, beautiful landscaping and education programs for all ages.
Unforgettable experiences begin immediately at SeaWorld's interactive arrival experience, Explorer's Reef. Guests enter under an iconic wave sculpture and are immediately immersed into an undersea adventure where they can touch a shark, interact with a ray and feel tiny cleaner fish gently nibble at their hands.
Little explorers will be delighted with our all-new realm, Ocean Explorer, featuring five new children's rides and three new animal encounters to help unlock the ocean's deepest mysteries.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
Spread across 190 acres on beautiful Mission Bay Park, SeaWorld is known for its amazing animals, interactive attractions, aquariums, rides, beautiful landscaping and education programs for all ages.
Unforgettable experiences begin immediately at SeaWorld's interactive arrival experience, Explorer's Reef. Guests enter under an iconic wave sculpture and are immediately immersed into an undersea adventure where they can touch a shark, interact with a ray and feel tiny cleaner fish gently nibble at their hands.
Little explorers will be delighted with our all-new realm, Ocean Explorer, featuring five new children's rides and three new animal encounters to help unlock the ocean's deepest mysteries.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
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The Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse is internationally-renowned for creating some of the most exciting and adventurous work in American theatre, through its new play development initiatives, its innovative Without Walls series, artist residencies and commissions. Currently led by Artistic Director and 2017 Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley and Managing Director Debby Buchholz, the Playhouse was founded in 1947 by Gregory Peck, Dorothy McGuire, and Mel Ferrer. La Jolla Playhouse has had 32 productions transfer to Broadway, garnering 38 Tony Awards, among them the currently-running hit musicals COME FROM AWAY, JERSEY BOYS, MEMPHIS, THE WHO'S TOMMY, as well as Billy Crystal's 700 SUNDAYS and the Pulitzer Prize-winning I AM MY OWN WIFE, both fostered as part of the Playhouse's Page to Stage Program.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
The Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse is internationally-renowned for creating some of the most exciting and adventurous work in American theatre, through its new play development initiatives, its innovative Without Walls series, artist residencies and commissions. Currently led by Artistic Director and 2017 Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley and Managing Director Debby Buchholz, the Playhouse was founded in 1947 by Gregory Peck, Dorothy McGuire, and Mel Ferrer. La Jolla Playhouse has had 32 productions transfer to Broadway, garnering 38 Tony Awards, among them the currently-running hit musicals COME FROM AWAY, JERSEY BOYS, MEMPHIS, THE WHO'S TOMMY, as well as Billy Crystal's 700 SUNDAYS and the Pulitzer Prize-winning I AM MY OWN WIFE, both fostered as part of the Playhouse's Page to Stage Program.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
In San Diego, golf is serious business. Host of the 2008 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines, home of the annual Buick Invitational, headquarters to the biggest names in the industry and hailed by Golf Digest as, "one of the top 50 golf destinations in the world" - whether you're looking for ocean views desert sun or mountain vistas, every one of our 93 courses will challenge your skill level. But the biggest challenge of all will be to try and wipe that smile off your face.
The Gaslamp Quarter buzzes with energy when the San Diego Padres are home. The two-time defending National League West Champions are sure to attract huge crowds, so take a few minutes to plan your trip to beautiful PETCO Park. Here you will find everything you need to know, from where to park, how to catch batting practice, and where to celebrate after the game.
Located near La Jolla, Westfield Shoppingtown UTC is set amidst lush floral landscaping, graceful fountains and meandering promenades. You'll find more than 160 select stores, including Abercrombie & Fitch, bebe, Coach, Hollister, j.jill, Lucky Brand Jeans, Pottery Barn, Sephora and Nordstrom. In addition to great shopping and entertainment, enjoy our Olympic-sized ice rink and fabulous dining at The Marketplace Food Court or Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Peking Palace and Cozymel's Coastal Mexican Grill.
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Balboa Park is a San Diego must-see destination, just minutes from downtown. The Park is home to 17 major museums, several performing arts venues, lovely gardens, and many other cultural and recreational attractions, including the San Diego Zoo. With a variety of cultural institutions laid out among its 1,200 beautiful and lushly planted acres, Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
Balboa Park is a San Diego must-see destination, just minutes from downtown. The Park is home to 17 major museums, several performing arts venues, lovely gardens, and many other cultural and recreational attractions, including the San Diego Zoo. With a variety of cultural institutions laid out among its 1,200 beautiful and lushly planted acres, Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park.
(Source courtesy of San Diego Tourism Authority)
Services
Services
Services
From the first steps in planning to the conclusion of your program, our specialists manage numerous logistics and guide you through every aspect of your event including airport transportation, catering and menu planning, social programs, and more!
Hospitality and Conference Services offers a variety of web registration packages to fit the needs and budget of any conference group. Packages are available to UC San Diego Departments, Affiliates, and Summer Conference Groups.
Technology
Technology
Equipment Available On-Site
Laptops
Microphones
Projector Screen
LCD Projectors
Description
Our La Jolla area event location includes videoconferencing, and wireless internet in housing areas and meeting spaces.Technology
UC San Diego Audio-Visual Event Services provides an array of fee-based audio-visual support and production services for large and small events held on campus. Services include video production and editing, sound reinforcement for special events, and AV equipment rental to individuals or groups.
Wi-Fi access is available
