My twin girls celebrated their first birthday at this venue. From my initial meeting to the end of the event, I could not have asked for a better site manager than Lissi. She was so thorough in her communication, VERY hands on and supportive with vendors, and she ensured our event ran smoothly. For the venue space, there is one restroom and they provide a changing table which is PERFECT for our event. They arranged for bartender service and also helped cleanup and keeping the event tidy with making sure trash cans were managed, dirty glassware was constantly picked up, and venue amenities were running smoothly (music, lighting, fans, clean up). We utilized the parking in the back but it is metered so you have to keep an eye on the meter. However, it was extremely convenient to have for loading and unloading. They will be my go-to venue space going forward. read more

This is a great spot for an event. Had my baby shower here for about 30 people and it was just the right size. The team was helpful, attentive, and on top of all the details. They really allowed us to bring in a lot of our own decorations, food, etc. They worked with us on setup and check in with us multiple times ahead of the event to make sure we had everything we needed. They offer food and beverage options, rentals for dinnerware and tables, etc., if you don't want to bring your own. There's lot of street parking and a garage nearby for your guests. There's an alley in the back that makes setup and cleanup really easy. Gather is such a hidden gem and I can't recommend them enough if you need a spot for an event. read more

We are still on Cloud 9 with our experience at Gather! What started as a surprise from my fiancé turned into the most magical wedding day, all thanks to the incredible team at Gather. On October 25th, my fiancé took me to Gather as a surprise, and I had no idea we'd be planning our wedding in just a matter of weeks! Miguel had been in touch with Lissi prior to this, but our first in-person meeting was with Ashlyn, who welcomed us with open arms and showed us this charming blank canvas venue. The moment I stepped in, my mind started racing with endless possibilities for how to transform the space. We decided to elope and sent out our invite to our guests on 11/1/2024, and just a couple of weeks later, we hosted an intimate wedding celebration for 54 guests on 11/17/2024. It was incredible how everything fell into place so quickly. Lissi was a huge part of that -- she recommended an amazing florist and decorator who truly brought my vision to life. We chose the Gold Collection package, which was a great package for our event, though we did upgrade to accommodate our larger guest list. Throughout the process, we had several Zoom calls & an in-person meeting with Lissi, Maritza, the florist, and the decorator to fine-tune our ideas. One of my main goals was to create an elegant, formal atmosphere with some unique touches. I wanted sheer fabric with lights hanging from the ceiling, and Maritza made that dream a reality. The space was on the smaller side but perfect for our celebration. It started as a bright, elegant area for the ceremony and was transformed into a romantic, candlelit reception. The transition from airy and light to warm and intimate was exactly what we wanted for our special day. Our package also included a professional photographer, but we had no idea who we would be working with until we met David Sachs -- and wow, what a photographer! David's professionalism and attention to detail were exceptional... our guests loved his enthusiasm! He made sure to capture every moment, and his creativity shone through in the stunning photos he took. One highlight was our group photo with everyone throwing rose petals in the air, which David made sure turned out beautifully. We also requested a videographer, and David brought in Emiliano, who was wonderful to work with. While we haven't seen the final video yet, we have no doubt it will be just as breathtaking as the photos. Although the short timeline presented some challenges, the Gather team came through with a spirit of collaboration, fostering mutual understanding and great teamwork. If you're looking for a venue that feels personal and intimate, Gather is the place. Our wedding was what we imagined and more, and we truly can't thank the Gather team enough for making it all come together & helped bring our vision to life in such a short time to plan! Highly recommend! read more

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We recently hosted my husbands 40th birthday at this venue and it was such a wonderful experience. From the very beginning of setting a meeting to go over my vision to the execution the experience was great. What's amazing about this place is it can really be whatever you want. It's a blank canvas and they can either provide you with just about anything you need or you can bring your own. We didn't have to worry about the cleanup or set up and every little detail was handled. We hired a DJ recommended by the venue and catering and they provided a bartender. We also had a coordinator the day of that was there the entire time. We decided last minute to extend for 30 minutes and they accommodated which was so great as it was 11pm and everyone was just having a blast. Thank you to Lissi and the team. read more

I am not local and hosted my baby shower here. The entire Gather team made the planning easy! They were very communicative from start to finish. They provided tables, chairs, linens, table placements, bartenders, backdrops, set up, and clean up. They also provide decorating and catering services. Lissi and Martiza were wonderful to work with! Thank you for making this the baby shower of my dreams read more

Gather Weddings & Events - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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We held a baby shower here last weekend and it's an absolutely awesome place! It's clean, modern and just the right size for less than 50 people. read more

Gather Weddings & Events - Baby shower at Gather Walnut Creek - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

I had the most amazing bridal shower here! David and team went above and beyond to make it so special. Will be celebrating future events here :) read more

Gather Weddings & Events - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

I booked this venue for my wedding reception in June with high hopes, it's very cute and the space seemed like perfect size for our small party. When we went to tour the venue, Ashlyn, was very helpful, answered all our questions and made us feel like herself and the owners, David & Maritza, would be there to guide us through planning the entire event. We were sold this as an event space WITH the availability of using Maritza as a party planner. Immediately following our deposit, there was no communication from Maritza despite me reaching out multiple times to ask for advice and questions about the venue. Eventually I started to book things on my own-despite being told the venue would help with all of this. Over the course of two months I sent multiple emails to David and called multiple times with questions about my event, but did not hear back until about two weeks before my event when we ended up having to cancel. Upon telling David that we wanted to cancel and requesting a refund, he claimed that Maritza's services are not included or not tied to the venue in any way despite being told by their employee multiple times that they were, and because of this he is unable to refund us. David took no responsibility for the business he and his wife run and left my husband and I looking for a better place two weeks before our event. Be cautious before booking this venue. read more

Beautiful event space! Blank canvas to make your event your own. DAVID and his staff were amazing. Booking and selecting event extras was easy. Having the price list is helpful in planning the guest list. Getting everything set up for a bridal shower is stressful. They helped unload and helped set up. Highly recommend the bar package. One less thing to worry about. I had catering done from whole foods and nick the greek. Created the flower arrangements myself. Added some other decor touches to make it more for the garden aesthetic we were going for. Can't say enough good things about gather- perfect location. Parking across the street is super convenient for your guests. There are a ton of restaurants/bars to enjoy after the event if you wish to. Compared other venues and I am definitely happy I picked gather for my sister's bridal shower. Party of 20. Upgraded the place settings, opted for bar package and it was great. Definitely recommend doing the bar package. Bathroom was clean. Stocked with essentials such as mouthwash and even floss picks. Will be booking for other events in the future. read more

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An honest review of Gather Walnut Creek from our event held on March 17, 2024, Sunday Overall, this facility is a good find; however, we believe it's important to highlight some issues we encountered to make your event as hassle-free as possible: COORDINATOR Upon arrival, the assigned coordinator for the event preempted with a statement stating she's not staff, and she was volunteered or was volunteering for the event. She mentioned the staff who was supposed to be there had an important matter to attend to. Though she tried to be helpful, her inexperience and unfamiliarity with the facility became evident (not knowing if fans are working, struggling with the sound system, lack of definitive knowledge of the facility). Additionally, she mentioned she needs to be somewhere, and needs a hard stop for clean-up at 4:00 PM and premises need to be vacated at 4:30 PM. This was understandable, as this was the agreement; however, she started discussing this at 2:30 PM in an event that started at 1:00 PM. She continued on alluding to this throughout the rest of the event. Unfortunately, she seemed to be there not to coordinate, but the prod the event along. LESSON: Ask for a staff who can coordinate confidently, anticipate and address issues that may arise, and make you feel welcome, rather than rushed. CLEAN-UP Prior to the event, we were informed clean up fee includes discarding items host and attendees are willing to part with, such as balloons and other minor props. Unfortunately, this was not the case, as the coordinator mentioned everything not part of the table, tablecloth, chairs, counter tops, and building, for that matter, need to be removed/cleaned. We had to pop the balloons ourselves, sweep the floor, flatten boxes and bring them out to recycling bin. This situation was stressful due to the 30-minute cleanup allotment, but, thankfully, some of the attendees remained to help. The coordinator mentioned she's by herself, and cannot clean up on her own. This is where asking for a hardcopy of the contract comes in. The proprietor offered $100 off for a future event. They added they do not profit off of the cleanup fee, and it goes to the city's waste management. LESSON: Please see below. CONTRACT It was convenient most of the transactions were completed by email and through the internet. They also gave the opportunity to do a walk-through of the facility. However, it is crucial to have a hardcopy of the contract, or at the very least a pdf version of it. For example, we were verbally informed what the cleaning fee covers. Since the agreements were web-based, it was hard to track the complete list of stipulations, agreements, and expectations from both parties. We brought up the issue of the cleaning fee, since we technically cleaned up after ourselves. The proprietor blamed the "confusion" of the coordinator (please see clean-up above). Unfortunately for us, there's no hardcopy of the contract to consult or reference about the aforementioned. LESSON: Ask for a hardcopy of the contract to monitor compliance from both parties. FACILITY The facility is bright and has clean lines; the perfect size for small, intimate gatherings. To note, the ice box only produces one full load per event. The fans may or may not be working, according to the coordinator. It was a warm day, and, thankfully, the fans were working; however, we did not know if there was an air conditioning system (again, lack of initiative and knowledge from the coordinator). It will get hot fast inside during summer events. There is a covered kitchen/staging area close to the restroom, and it was convenient, because you can do things inside privately away from the event (dressing up/changing, storing boxes and supplies, and others). You have to bring your own matches/lighters if you need to light up chafing fuel to keep food items hot and light candles. LESSON: Bring all supplies needed for your event. Never assume it will be available or made available. PROPS We rented three wooden panels as backdrop of the makeshift stage at the opposite end of the entrance area. We were informed the panel will have the preferred title of our event or a preferred quote/byline. When we got to the facility, the three panels were covered in black, as requested, but there's nothing else on it. Needless to say, the panels remained empty, and renting them, unfortunately, was an unnecessary expense. LESSON: Verify with facility your expectations from them and confirm expectations will be met. We hope you'll find this review helpful. We know how stressful staging an event can be, so learn from our experience to make your event spectacular and as stress-free as possible! read more

Hosted my Bridal Shower here! It was a lovely venue and perfect for our group of 25. We used both spaces and leveraged their in house decor to jazz up the space. The team was a dream to work with and everything was so easy! Thank you, David and Amanda! read more

David and Amanda were amazing to work with! My husband and I had to postpone/cancel our big wedding celebration multiple times so we ended up doing a small get-together instead with approx. 20 people. We were tired of having to re-plan things so many times, so David and Amanda stepped in to handle it all! We came to them with only about 2 weeks notice and they were so accommodating and flexible. We used both the indoor and outdoor space for our event and they provided all of the decor, tables/chairs, food/servers, etc. David and Amanda are truly the best and we could not have been happier with the way our event turned out! read more

It was the perfect location for people coming from all over the Bay. We had approximately 16 people for a bridal shower. We brought all of our own linens, china, flowers and decor but Gather was the perfect backdrop. It was clean, nice sound system for playing background music and David was kind, calm, and helpful. Linens can be rented by request. Chairs and tables included. There was a bar set up, no real kitchen or sink so food brought in was catered (we plated it and covered it so no one touched other's food due to Covid concerns). We were able to have a safe venue for celebrating the bride. read more

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Attended one of the themed "Tea Parties", it was very well executed. Every detail was on point, the entry to the event, and the event itself, all the fine details. Our daughter loved the fairy dust, the tea party lessons and playing with all the fairies. We can't wait for the next Event. Especially since she keeps asking when we can return! read more

This was an amazing venue with wonderful event planners and hosts. Highly recommend this place for small gatherings!

My daughter in laws bridal shower was held here and was very nicely done. I couldn't see from the outside anything special but once inside the place was magical. The owner greeted us and was a man of many hats and made the day very enjoyable. For a small affair I would highly recommend this place of business. Bravo! read more