General FAQ’s
Wedding FAQ’s
Is there parking at your 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.
What is your vendor policy?
We have an Open Vendor Policy, this is your big day, not ours. We welcome all outside vendors so our clients can customize the event to fit their vision. No outrageous food & beverage minimums or limitations here. We have great relationships with local vendors and are happy to share our Preferred Vendor List with clients looking for recommendations. A few of our select vendors can even be coordinated for you just to further simplify planning!
What is the venue capacity?
Our reception space comfortably accommodates up to 175 guests for a cocktail-style floor plan with limited seating, or up to 120 guests for a fully seated reception. Our standing capacity is 200.
What is your cancellation policy?
For cancellations made 60+ days in advance, clients are eligible to receive a refund of half the deposit amount paid - 25% of total cost. The Point keeps the non-refundable 25% deposit. For cancellations made 31-60 days in advance, the deposit becomes non-refundable with no remaining amount due. Cancellations made within 30 days of the event date are subject to pay the venue balance and all other event costs and losses.
What does your rental price include?
Our wedding packages include access to our indoor/outdoor space with all the furniture and AV essentials you'll need.
Are there nearby accommodations?
Absolutely! There are various beautiful hotels, resorts, and Airbnbs within a 2 mile radius of our venue. A few hotels in closest proximity offer our guests the lowest available rates, let our team know if you're interested a room-block introduction.
What are the first steps to booking?
Fill out the form via our Contact link and one of our event coordinators will be in touch within 24 - 48 hours to create a proposal contract and book you a tour of the facility.
How do we reserve?
In order to reserve a date on our calendar, we require an e-signature on the contract and a deposit of 50% of the venue rental. The remaining balance isn't due until 2 weeks prior to your wedding date.
What if it rains on my wedding day?
Rain in San Diego very seldom affects ceremonies at The Point. If you prefer to move your ceremony indoors due to unpleasant weather, the ceremony can easily be held within the indoor reception space. We provide two complementary pop-up tents on rainy days for clients to use in the outdoor Garden for extra coverage. Additional tents are available for rental.
How can we use the outdoor lawn?
Our ceremonies are all hosted outdoors on either of our Bayfront Lawns or walking distance on Mission Beach. Receptions move into our open-air Bay Room & Garden where you won't experience any restrictions on noise, alcohol, and vendors that the city enforces on the lawns. During the reception, guests are welcome to walk the lawns as they'd like to enjoy more waterfront views, however, alcohol is only permitted within our venue space.
Can we have a rehearsal?
Of course! With all our ceremony locations outdoor, gathering the day or two before to practice a run through is easy. Rehearsals are managed through your day-of-event coordinator, and we are happy to help coordinate if needed.
Are there any noise restrictions?
We do our best to be mindful of our Mission Beach neighbors, and kindly ask that music is turned off by 11pm. Our venue can easliy accommodate a DJ or live music, both highly recommended!
Where should we get ready?
Most couples choose to rent nearby accommodations and come to the venue already ready. The Catamaran and Bahia Resorts are both within a mile of the venue.
Where can vendors prep?
Our venue has a designated open area that can be used to set up a pop-up prep station. This can be for a simple prep table, or a back-of-house kitchen!
Can my dog walk me down the aisle?
We'd love that! Just please make sure to arrange a pick-up/drop-off after the ceremony to ensure your pup gets home safely before transitioning inside the venue. Be sure to check the city of San Diego's seasonally changing restrictions for dogs on park property so that you can plan accordingly. Only trained service animals are permitted in the Bay Room & Garden areas and must be attended to at all times. Additional cleaning fees may apply if an untrained dog does their business in the venue space.
Can we bring in alcohol?
Heck yeah you can! We have an open vendor policy, and that means you can manage the bar menu with flexibility. Some prefer to take the DIY approach: head down to Costco for the best deals, then hire bartenders to serve. Keep in mind if you take this route, you'll be in charge of the shopping list, so don't forget the ice and garnishes! Either way your bar is sure to be a hit!
What is a day-of-event coordinator and where can I find one?
A Day-of-Event Coordinator is a person designated to be the main point of contact on the big day! This means someone other than the couple to ensure everything runs smoothly, and according to the pre-determined timeline. While we do not require an industry professional to fill this role, keep in mind it is a big job and whoever is appointed will have a lot of responsibility. The Point offers this as an add-on service so your friends and family can kick back and simply enjoy your special day.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the reception space is wheelchair accessible and there is a ramp to access public restrooms. Beach front ceremonies require either a sand-accessible chair, or temporary ramp laid from the boardwalk to the site
What's the deal with food trucks?
Food trucks are welcome between September - May with proper permitting and insurance. Due to the parking lot being open to the public, it is hard to monitor who may walk up to the truck to try and get food. The best solution to enjoy your food truck bites would be to request the food to be served off the truck at a preset station in the venue. Smaller trucks may even fit right in our private garden!
Wheelchair accessibility:
The reception space is wheelchair accessible on the ground floor, and there is a ramp to access public restrooms.
How will our event be more eco-friendly?
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, helium, or styrofoam at home.
Corporate FAQ’s
Do you offer vendor coordination?
Yes! Our event coordinators are happy to help take as much of the planning off your plate as you'd like. We can take care of coordinating food, drinks, entertainment, and more. That way, you can get back to your other daily responsibilities while we handle the back and forth, and on event day you look like a party planning star.
Are there any transportation services?
Absolutely. We are happy to schedule an organized shuttle service to transport your attendees to and from the venue via the starting location of your choice.
Is the venue equipped with Audio Visual (AV)?
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 if I have technical difficulties during my meeting?
One of our venue managers will be onsite for the entirety of your event to help assist with setting up for AV success and they will continue to be available as needed.
What can the seating layout look like?
We design custom floor plan diagrams for all of our clients based upon your needs and group size. We can accommodate grouped tables to seat up to 100, classroom style for up to 50, threatre seating for up to 150, and U-shaped style seating for up to 20.
Are there nearby accommodations?
Absolutely! There are various beautiful hotels and resorts within a 2 mile radius of our venue, and not to mention all the Airbnb's walking distance from the ocean. A few hotels in closest proximity offer our guests the lowest available rates, let our team know if you're interested a room-block introduction.
What is your cancellation policy?
For cancellations made 60+ days in advance, clients are eligible to receive a refund of half the deposit amount paid (25% of total cost). The Point keeps the non-refundable remainder (25% of total cost). For cancellations made 31-60 days in advance, the full deposit becomes non-refundable. Cancellations made within 30 days of the event date are subject to pay the venue balance and all other event costs and losses.
How do we reserve?
In order to reserve a date on our calendar, we require an e-signature on the contract and a deposit of 50% of the venue rental. Start by filling out our Contact form and one of our event coordinators can put together a proposal for your review.
What is your vendor policy?
We have an Open Vendor Policy and welcome all outside vendors, so clients can customize selections to fit their vision. We have great relationships with local vendors and are happy to share our Preferred Vendor List with clients looking for recommendations.
Is there parking at your venue?
Yes! There are 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 service 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.
What kind of team building activities do you offer?
We offer various team building activities such as a team olympics, scavenger hunts, hosted tournaments such as kickball or volleyball, icebreakers, wellness activities, and more!
How will our event be more eco-friendly?
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, helium, or styrofoam at home.
Where can vendors prep?
Our venue has a designated open area that can be used to set up a pop-up prep station. This can be for a simple prep table, or a back-of-house kitchen!
Special Occasion FAQ’s
Can we bring in our own vendors?
Yes! We have an Open Vendor Policy and welcome all outside vendors, so clients can customize selections to fit their vision. We have great relationships with local vendors and are happy to share our Preferred Vendor List with clients looking for recommendations. A few of our select vendors can even be coordinated for you to further simplify planning!
Is there parking at your 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.
What is the venue capacity?
Our venue space comfortably accommodates up to 175 guests for a cocktail-style floor plan with limited seating, or up to 120 guests for a fully seated reception. Our standing capacity is 200.
Is there a difference in pricing for daytime vs evening events?
We offer a $500 discount for all weekday special occasion clients who's breakdown period concludes by 4pm.
What is your cancellation policy?
For cancellations made 60+ days in advance, clients are eligible to receive a refund of half the deposit amount paid - 25% of total cost. The Point keeps the non-refundable 25% deposit. For cancellations made 31-60 days in advance, the deposit becomes non-refundable with no remaining amount due. Cancellations made within 30 days of the event date are subject to pay the venue balance and all other event costs and losses.
How do we reserve?
In order to reserve a date on our calendar, we require an e-signature on the contract and an initial deposit of 50% of the venue rental cost.
Can I serve alcohol at my event?
You sure can! You can choose to outsource a bartender and BYOB or select from one of our great bar packages for an easy solution. Smaller groups of under 100 who omit hard liquor are welcome to opt for self-service to keep costs low. We just ask that your party appoint an adult to monitor any attendees under 21 to ensure only those of drinking age are consuming.
What decor is included?
Our venue is ready with natural plants and greenery around the space to provide an open-earthy feel. We keep our decor simple and fresh so that it may compliment any decor our clients bring in to personalize the space to fit their theme or vision.
How will our event be more eco-friendly?
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, helium, or styrofoam at home.
What is included in the package?
Our base package is curated to have your venue needs covered: starting with 5 hours of venue access to our private indoor and outdoor spaces. To top it off, we include all the tables, chairs, hightops, lounge areas, AV, setup/breakdown of rentals, a venue manager, and more! Not to mention as soon as you book with us you'll have access to schedule check-in calls with our event coordination team who can help steer your party plan into action.
What is your dog policy?
Only trained service animals are permitted in the Bay Room & Garden areas and must be attended to at all times. Additional cleaning fees may apply if an untrained dog does their business in the venue space.
How can we play music?
Our house sound system is ready to hook up your Spotify or Pandora playlist and access is included with every rental! Our space also easily accommodates live entertainment if you're interested in a DJ or live band.
Are there nearby accommodations?
Absolutely! There are various beautiful hotels and resorts within a 2 mile radius of our venue, and not to mention all the Airbnb's walking distance from the ocean. A few hotels in closest proximity offer our guests the lowest available rates, let our team know if you're interested a room-block introduction.
Clean up policy
Any items you brought in need to be taken out by the end of your breakdown period. If you choose to add on your event bussing and trash service, we will handle all remaining trash produced from the event during your breakdown period.
Are there any noise restrictions?
Our house sound system is easily connectable to apps such as Spotify or Pandora for you to have full control over what is played. Our space easily accommodates a DJ of live band as well. If you ask us, our vote is live band!
Can we utilize the outdoor lawns?
Absolutely! We are surrounded by grass lawns with scenic bay views that you are welcome to utilize. Please keep in mind these lawns are on San Diego city property, where permits are subject to availability, and event details must align with city guidelines.
What if it rains?
In the case of rain we provide two complimentary pop-up tents in our Garden space to ensure guests can still utilize our outdoor space and access the restrooms. Additional tents can be rented for a fee.
Who provides the plates and cutlery?
All the food vendors on our preferred vendors list include disposable plates and cutlery with their packages, and some offer china and silverware as an upgrade.
Where can vendors prep?
Our venue has a designated open area that can be used to set up a pop-up prep station. This can be for a simple prep table, or a back-of-house kitchen!