General FAQ’s

General FAQ’s:

  • We host weddings, corporate events, company picnics, birthdays, showers, holiday parties, celebrations of life, and other private gatherings. Have something else in mind? Tell us about your event—we’d love to hear your ideas.

  • We can seat up to 120 guests for a fully seated event. For a cocktail-style event with limited seating, we can accommodate up to 175 guests.

    Larger company picnics may be possible when they use the surrounding bay lawns.

    Tell us your guest count and how you envision using the space so we can advise you on the best layout.

  • Yes. The Point has flexible indoor and outdoor event areas, including the Bay Room and Garden, with views of Mission Bay.

  • It’s ideal to start planning at least 3–6 months in advance to secure the best venues and vendors, especially during peak event seasons

  • Absolutely! At The Point we offer customizable packages to fit the specific style, size, and needs of your event.

  • In alignment with our core values, we do our part to ensure items offered in our packages are sustainably sourced, such as our various furniture pieces created from upcycled wood. We are paper free, and have created a venue styled well enough to leave a lot of decor at home. Materials harmful to our environment are also minimized, and for this reason we ask you kindly to leave any glitter, or styrofoam at home.

  • A full AV system including a projector screen for presentations, smart screens for custom branding and imagery, a sound system, microphone and wifi networks is included with every rental. We also offer upgraded AV add-ons, such as power stations, 360 video camera, presentation clickers, and more.

What’s included In My Rental?

  • Yes! We have up to 120 white special occasion chairs, 20 raw wood dining tables, 2 long high-top tables, and 2 artisan bar carts.

  • Indoor / outdoor lounge furniture is included.

  • No. Our tables have a natural wood finish, but you’re welcome to bring runners or linens if you prefer.

  • Yes. You’re welcome to decorate the space. We ask that you avoid glitter and anything taped to the walls.

  • A venue staff member is on-site during all events to help with venue-related needs. Weddings also require a day-of coordinator. You may arrange your own coordinator or ask about ours.

  • 1 outdoor fire pit is included. Extra heaters can be rented for your event!

  • Yes! You’re welcome to hire the vendors of your choice or choose from our recommended vendors.

  • All rentals include a sound system for music, a microphone for speeches and announcements, screens for displaying personal photos, and a projector screen for videos or presentations.

    Wifi network included with every rental.

    We also offer upgraded AV add-ons if needed.

  • Nope! Setup and breakdown of The Point’s rental items are included in all packages.

    Additional time for you and your vendors to arrive early or stay late may be available. Your contract will specify when setup can begin and when everything must be removed, so let us know what your plans require.

  • It depends on your package. Our wedding ceremony and reception packages include the Bay Room, Garden, and Monarch Room. For other events, the Monarch Room may be available as an add-on. Your proposal will show exactly which spaces are included.

  • Venue access varies by package. here are some general guidlines:

    Weddings
    - Ceremony package includes 3 hours
    - Ceremony and reception package include 8 hours
    - Reception package includes 6 hours

    Micro Weddings
    - Micro Ceremony package includes 3 hours
    - Micro Ceremony and reception package include 8 hours
    - Micro Reception package includes 6 hours

    Special Occasions
    -Special occasion packages start at 5 hours.

    Corporate Events
    - Generally 5-9 hours and can span multiple days if needed


    Your proposal and contract will show your specific access times, including when you and your vendors may arrive and when your belongings must be removed. Additional time may be available.

Food, drinks, and vendors

  • Yes. The Point has an open vendor policy. You can choose your own caterer, bartender or bar service, DJ, florist, and other vendors. We can also share preferred vendors if you would like recommendations.

  • BYOB is an option. Tell us what you’re planning so we can explain the bar service arrangements for your event.

  • Food trucks may be allowed, but availability depends on the time of year. Let us know your event date and the food truck you have in mind before booking it, and we’ll confirm whether it can be accommodated and where it can park.

  • Yes. If you’d prefer furniture beyond what’s included in your package, you’re welcome to arrange rentals through an outside vendor. For example, you could bring in round tables instead of using our raw wood tables. Tell us what you have in mind so we can account for it in your floor plan.

Planning your visit

  • We do not have a dedicated bridal suite or getting-ready room. The Boardwalk Hotel is nearby, and we can make an introduction if you would like to ask about a room there.

  • Children are welcome. Pets are not permitted inside the venue.

  • Yes! There are over 200 public parking spots available within a 3 minute walk to our front doors offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Using rideshare, carpool, or shuttle to simplify the arrival/departure process is our top recommendation for larger group gatherings, and is essential for events held during June-August due to peak tourist season in Mission Beach.

  • Yes! The Point is located on the waterfront, close to hotels, restaurants, public transportation, and popular San Diego attractions.

    We are located 10 min from San Diego Airport and 15 minutes away from dowtown San Diego.

  • The Point has indoor and outdoor spaces, and we’ll discuss a weather backup plan for your event. An outdoor ceremony may be moved indoors if needed.

  • The reception space is wheelchair accessible on the ground floor, and there is a ramp to access public restrooms.

  • Absolutely! Ask our team how we can help book or recommend transportation options for your event.

Booking, Pricing & Policies

  • We offer a $500 discount for weekday special occasion events when the breakdown period ends by 4 p.m. Let us know your preferred date and schedule, and we can confirm whether your event qualifies.

  • To reserve your date, start by filling out our Contact Us form.

    If you have already done that a team meber will be reaching out to you shortly :)

  • If you cancel 60 or more days before your event, you’ll receive a refund of half the deposit paid. The Point retains the other half.

    If you cancel 31–59 days before your event, the deposit is nonrefundable, but no remaining venue balance is due.

    If you cancel within 30 days of your event, the remaining venue balance and any other applicable event costs and losses are due.

FAQ’s about specific event types

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