Looking for an affordable San Diego wedding venue under $1,500? Ladies & gentlemen, start your engines! Because here is the most comprehensive list of affordable San Diego wedding venues anywhere!!! The prices shown are reflective of the lowest starting price offered by the venue and do not include ceremony site rental fees, if extra. Get ready for these 34 event spaces in alphabetical order…
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #1 :: Alpine Community Center
I had a great experience at the Alpine Community Center for Marsha & Matt’s bilingual wedding in 2016.
Address ::Â 1830 Alpine Blvd, Alpine, CA
Seated Guest Capacity :: 300
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $895.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 6
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #2 ::Â Aolani Catamaran Sailing
If you are having a small wedding, do Aolani Catamaran Sailing as your venue! It’s a smooth ride & your guests will never forget it!
Address ::Â 1380 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 48
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $650.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 1
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #3 :: Broken Rock Ranch
The Broken Rock Ranch has its own chapel!!! So many options at this picturesque ranch venue.
Address ::Â 29701 Mac Tan Rd, Valley Center, CA
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 300
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor only
Starting Price :: $800.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 4
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #4 :: Carlton Oaks Golf Course
Carlton Oaks offers a very private ceremony site, a unique feature for a golf course venue. The banquet room overlooks the lake too!
Address ::Â 9200 Inwood Drive, Santee, CA
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 200
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,500.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 3
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #5Â :: Christ Lutheran Church Pacific Beach
Same-sex couples looking for a church wedding? Christ Lutheran Church Pacific Beach has got you covered! Plus, it’s only a few blocks from the beach.
Address ::Â 4761 Cass Street, San Diego, CA 92109
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 350
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Indoor only
Starting Price :: $1,050.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 4
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #6 :: Coronado Cays Yacht Club
The Coronado Cays Yacht Club was an amazing setting for Nicole & Zac’s mid-week wedding back in 2015. Affordable, gorgeous, indoor-outdoor…what else could you ask for!!!
Address :: 30 Caribe Cay Blvd, Coronado, CA 92118
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 250
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $899.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 5
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #7 :: Coronado Community Center
The Coronado Community Center books up waaaay in advance! Call now if you are interested.
Address ::Â 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 250
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,000.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 2
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #8 :: Country Club of Rancho Bernardo
Get the whole place to yourself at Country Club of Rancho Bernardo! This is always a wonderful perk!
Address ::Â 12280 Greens East Road, San Diego, CA 92128
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 230
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,000.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 5
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #9 :: Eastlake Country Club
The Eastlake Country Club is one of the few south county venues on the list.
Address ::Â 2375 Clubhouse Drive, Chula Vista, CA 91915
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 300
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,552.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 2
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #10 :: Fairbanks Ranch Country Club
Got picturesque? The Fairbanks Ranch Country Club is easily one of the best-looking venues on this list!
Address ::Â 15150 San Dieguito Road, P.O. Box 8586, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 350
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,000.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 5
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #11 :: Green Acre Campus Pointe
If you are at all interested in farm-to-table food at your wedding, def consider Green Acre Campus Pointe!
Address ::Â 10300 Campus Point Drive, San Diego, CA
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 250
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,500.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 4
*Green Acre advised us on 7/26/19 that their venue no longer qualifies to be on this list.
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #12 :: Horton Grand Hotel
Horton hears a…? Grand Hotel! This downtown treasure is a double-threat…gorgeous AND affordable!
Address ::Â 311 Island Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 250
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,500.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 8
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #13 :: The Inn at Sunset Cliffs
Yes…it is possible to have both your ceremony AND reception at Sunset Cliffs! The Inn at Sunset Cliffs offers the best sunsets on the list 🙂
Address ::Â 5951 Lindea Del Cielo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Seated Guest Capacity :: 350
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,500.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 6
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #14 :: La Mesa Community Center
The La Mesa Community Center is an east county option for an affordable San Diego wedding venue.
Address ::Â 4975 Memorial Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 350
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Indoor only
Starting Price :: $570.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 3
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #15 :: La Valencia Hotel
The La Valencia Hotel has suuuuuuuch good food! I was in heaven at Jessie & Rob’s wedding there in 2014.
Address ::Â 1132 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 170
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $750.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 3
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #16 :: Lot 8
Lot 8 is also on my list of San Diego’s most non-traditional & modern wedding venues. Very cool space!
Address ::Â 1201 Hotel Circle South 8, San Diego, CA 92108
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 300
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor only
Starting Price :: $1,500.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 3
San Diego Wedding Venue #17 :: Mission Beach Women’s Club
Get married for a price you can afford in the bay! The Mission Beach Women’s Club books up way in advance…call ASAP!
Address ::Â 840 Santa Clara Pl, San Diego, CA
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 100
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available (beach)
Starting Price :: $1,000.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 3
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #18 :: Oceanside Museum of Art
An affordable north county option–the Oceanside Museum of Art!
Address ::Â 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 200
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,500.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 4
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #19 :: Pala Mesa Resort
Another north county option for an affordable venue–Pala Mesa Resort. Check out the waterfall & ceremony gazebo! To die….
Address ::Â 2001 Old Hwy 395, Fallbrook, CA 92028
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 300
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,500.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 8
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #20 :: Powerhouse Community Center
OK, so the Powerhouse Community Center is a tad over $1,500…but it’s pretty easy on the eyes for a community center!
Address ::Â 1658 Coast Blvd., Del Mar, CA 92014
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 120
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,650.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: unknown
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #21 :: Queen Bee’s Arts & Cultural Center
Queen Bee’s Arts & Cultural Center has it’s own sound system which may $ave you extra money with your DJ not having to bring in their own equipment!
Address ::Â 3925 Ohio St. San Diego, CA, 92104
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 200
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Indoor only
Starting Price :: $700.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces ::Â unknown
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #22 :: Rancho Bernardo Inn
The Rancho Bernardo Inn offers tons of backdrop options. Be sure to read their reviews on The Knot thoroughly.
Address ::Â 17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive, San Diego, CA 92128
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 750
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,500.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 14
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #23 :: Rancho Valencia Resort
I just DJed at the Rancho Valencia Resort for Amia & Lucas’ wedding a few months ago.
Editor’s Note: Mark Phillips from Rancho Valencia contacted us in January 2022 saying, “Weddings under $1,500 is not the client for us. If you said $25k or more, you would be a lot closer.”
Address ::Â 5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 400
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,000.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 8
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #24 :: Riverwalk Golf Club
The Riverwalk Golf Club is one of San Diego’s most centrally-located golf venues!
Address ::Â 1150 Fashion Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 240
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,000.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 1
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #25 :: San Diego Botanical Gardens
There are a ton of gorgeous lay-out options at the San Diego Botanical Gardens.
Address ::Â 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024
Seated Guest Capacity ::Â 250
San Diego Wedding Venue Type ::Â Outdoor only
Starting Price :: $850.00 daytime & $1,300 evening (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: unknown
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #26 :: Steele Canyon Golf Club
I had a great experience at the Steele Canyon Golf Club for Jessica & Kevin’s wedding in 2015. You can read my insider tips to a Steele Canyon wedding as well.
Address :: 3199 Stonefield Dr, Rancho San Diego, CA 91935
Seated Guest Capacity :: 250
San Diego Wedding Venue Type :: Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $950.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 2
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #27 :: Stone Brewing
Stone Brewing has 2 San Diego area locations: Escondido and Liberty Station.
Address :: 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 & 2816 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA
Seated Guest Capacity :: 1000
San Diego Wedding Venue Type :: Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,200.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 9
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #28 :: The Glass Door Restaurant
The Glass Door Restaurant is one of downtown San Diego’s most affordable venues! It’s located on the rooftop of the Porto Vista Hotel.
Address :: 1835 Columbia Street, San Diego, CA 92101
Seated Guest Capacity :: 400
San Diego Wedding Venue Type :: Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,500.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 2
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #29 :: The Pearl Hotel
The Pearl Hotel is a teeny-tiny venue with a teeny-tiny price! Just a few minutes from the beach too.
Address :: 1410 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92106
Seated Guest Capacity :: 150
San Diego Wedding Venue Type :: Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,000.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 2
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #30 :: The Venue at Eastlake
The Venue at Eastlake is another south county options…huge space, small price!
Address :: 871 Showroom Place Ste. 104, Chula Vista, CA
Seated Guest Capacity :: 500
San Diego Wedding Venue Type :: Indoor only
Starting Price :: $1,000.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 1
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #31 :: Tom Ham’s Lighthouse
Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is such a versatile venue…and right on the water too! I had a 5-star experience there for Mary & Ryan’s wedding in 2015. You can also read my insider tips for a kick-ass Tom Ham’s wedding.
Address :: 2150 Harbor View Room, San Diego, CA 92101
Seated Guest Capacity :: 230
San Diego Wedding Venue Type :: Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $800.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 3
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #32 ::Â University Club atop Symphony Towers
University Club atop Symphony Towers offers the whole package–the food, the view, the “wow” factor!
Address :: 750 B Street, Suite 3400, San Diego, CA 92101
Seated Guest Capacity :: 600
San Diego Wedding Venue Type :: Indoor only
Starting Price :: $800.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 7
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #33 ::Â Vintana Wine & Dine
Vintana Wine & Dine is your most “urban” or “modern” north county option on the list!
Address :: 1205 Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA 92029
Seated Guest Capacity :: 1000
San Diego Wedding Venue Type :: unknown
Starting Price :: $1,250.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 6
Affordable San Diego Wedding Venue #34 ::Â ZLAC Rowing Club
ZLAC Rowing Club is the oldest women’s rowing club IN THE WORLD!!! Built in 1932, this place has charm, style, and, c’mon, THE BAY!
Address :: 1111 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA
Seated Guest Capacity :: 150
San Diego Wedding Venue Type :: Outdoor available
Starting Price :: $1,300.00 (as of January 2018)
# of Event Spaces :: 1
Know of any affordable San Diego wedding venues I missed??? Let me know in the comments below.
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