We held my mom's celebration of life at this venue, and I cannot say enough about how truly…read morememorable and excellent it was. The space is beautiful, can accommodate approximately 140 with many ways for setting up tables and chairs, creating a comfortable and tailored atmosphere for our family and guests during such a difficult time. Booking and coordinating was easy, the venue itself is really trendy and made a lasting impression to all of our guests. We will always be grateful for the dignity and respect shown throughout the celebration. This venue provided a meaningful and comforting setting to celebrate my mother's life. I would highly recommend it to any family looking for a place that truly understands the importance of these moments.

Look no further for your next event! The moment Grant, the owner, announced their second location…read moreopening up soon, I knew we would have our kids' birthday bash here at Luna! So yes, we've been planning the birthdays for a year and it was a success! The venue itself is so spacious--fits 100 guests comfortably! We even had a softplay and an 8x8 bounce house. It was great for 2 dozens of kids to run around! There's room for a full balloon backdrop and we had a desserts vendor as well! Countertops were perfect for our drinks and buffet style! See photos! No need for coolers since they have 2 fridges! All amenities made party planning stress-free! We even fit a photobooth! The bathroom was spotless! A baby changing table on-site! Did I mention, the tables and chairs were included?!! Genius! Our party was everything we imagined it to be and more! As for food, we brought some stuff but we also had Grant cater some dishes. Everything was a hit! I can't stress enough how a lot of our guests kept inquiring about the food! Bistek is exceptional! Lechon was cooked to perfection and still had leftovers for takeout! Lumpias were loved as well! Grant was so easy to work with. He answered all questions and concerns. He's very professional. Everyone had a fantastic time! So yes, we'll definitely be booking again for future events and we highly recommend to friends and family!

I'd just like to thank everyone who works at the Secret House of Ivy for making my doctorate…read moregraduation party a night I will never forget. From the moment the doors opened they were all very welcoming and kind. Quick to respond via email or text, and very open to make adjustments on food or drinks as needed. They have such a solid team! All of my guests were blown away by the beauty of the venue as was I! But to be honest the best part of the whole night was an employee named Flor. She truly made me feel like her own daughter! So kind, so graceful, so attentive to detail. She truly wanted to give me the best night and she did! BIG shoutout to her.

We had a wonderful experience with Secret House of Ivy! Lily is an amazing communicator and always…read moreanswered all of my questions quickly and thoroughly, which made the planning process so much less stressful. Flor was also wonderful -- she helped me pick out my table colors and made the whole process feel easy and exciting. Both were so kind, helpful, and attentive. We truly appreciated all of their support and would highly recommend Secret House of Ivy!

We hosted my mom's 60th birthday here and everyone loved the venue! Grant is super easy to work…read morewith, responsive, and the process of booking was simple! It was great to know that tables and chairs were included. Highly recommend this place.

We enjoyed hosting a baby shower here. It was easy to communicate with the venue team, able to do a…read morewalk through of the space, they have a ton of recommended vendors, but you're free to hire your own. It's a great easy venue to use for a smaller event. We had about 50 guests and it worked out great.

A friend attended a meeting here and couldn't wait to tell me about it, the owner and her family…read more So, I grabbed my family and paid a visit. All the times I've been next door at Dollar Tree and even the female owned Nostalgia Gorditas two doors down, I never paid attention to Padekwa. It could be the name. My friend had me at Black owned/Lakewood! Nothing fancy about the sign or outside but the inside is roomie and looks like a great spot to hang out for sips, sweet treats, food & entertainment. The owner's mother son-in-law and another young man were all very friendly. We tried a Bananas Foster Latte, Cookie Crumble Smoothie and a brownie. We enjoyed everything and the prices were lower than similar places in the area. I was advised Padekwa is celebrating their 2-year anniversary this weekend. Gumbo, brunch & R&B are on the agenda. Other events are scheduled fletch month. Can't wait to spread the word about this Black, females owned business! Congratulations on two years!

I've passed by here several times and finally stopped by, was greeted right away by what I'm…read moreassuming are the owners.. you first walk in and looks fairly small but there is a bigger recreational room, very calm and quiet place to just relax and get work done.. I got the raspberry amaretto latte and it's soo good.. had a good balance.. I would def come back

About 2,266 Multipurpose Creative Space…read more Unleash your imagination in our versatile 2,266 square foot creative space, perfect for hosting private events, engaging workshops, dynamic photoshoots, and any other vision you can dream up. We've designed our space to be a blank canvas, ready to transform to meet your unique needs. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering, a collaborative workshop, or a professional photoshoot, our space provides the ideal backdrop1. Our space is equipped with: 10 Round Tables 5 Rectangle Tables 100 Clear Chivari Chairs High-Speed WIFI Follow them on Instagram: gallery.creativespace

We were thrilled to find a central location for my Dad's 90th birthday party that accommodated our…read more~85 guests. We booked several months in advance and planned to set up at 10:30 am for our 2pm start, so there was no rush or stress. We had no problems with access. However, I received a text the morning of the party that the balloon arch people canceled, but they were working to find a replacement. My sister arrived early to set up but couldn't find any table linens. It was only when I inquired that I was told that that vendor had also canceled. They assured me a backup supplier would be coming. I was also informed that the ice and drinks would be arriving between 1:30-2pm, while my party was supposed to start at 2!! The catered food arrived at 1:30pm as planned, but we couldn't set anything up because there were no linens. Guests started arriving prior to 2 pm, and NOTHING was set up. I asked them to make themselves comfortable at empty tables and handed out water bottles while we scrambled in our dresses! This was the first celebration ever where guests had to decorate their own tables! With everyone's help, we were able to get the party started at 2:45. This is hardly what I envisioned for such a special occasion. It was by far the worst party planning experience I've ever had compared to several company functions I've coordinated for over 400 guests! The floors could really use a deep clean, and the bathroom had an ick factor. Definitely could use help with cleanliness and esthetics. The pictures online are truly misleading. I suggest you have your own contingency plans and prepare for the worst, which is what I experienced, unfortunately. The $100 refund hardly covered the disaster and stress.

It's been a while but I know it's been recently renovated. What I love is that it's local.read more

Attended a Long Beach State Women's Athletics Scholarship event not too long ago. The venue itself…read moreis big and we were upstairs in the hall with super high ceilings. There were about 100-150 people in attendance and the layout worked well. The staff itself were very helpful, cordial and Hors De'oeuvres were tasty. The acoustics were so-so, because my table was about 40 ft away and could hardly make out what the speakers were saying. I guess that would also depend on how many speakers are out and depending on the package that was paid for. Overall, this place is not bad. It was a good venue that was clean, organized and it got the job done.

Had my 22nd Birthday here last month! The owner was incredibly kind, responsive, and supportive…read morethroughout the entire process, which made planning and execution so much less stressful. I truly felt taken care of from start to finish. The venue itself is spacious, and well-maintained-- I was able to host around 45 guests, with space for a line dancing session, and a mechanical bull. If you're looking for a place to host a special event, I highly recommend this venue!

I couldn't have chosen a better venue for my daughter's first birthday! I live out of town but they…read moremade the party planning so easy as they answered all my texts quick. Nicely kept venue and well organized. I will definitely be booking future events here! 100% recommend!

We had the pleasure of hosting my daughter and son-in-love's baby shower at SWAG Event Center on…read moreMay 10, 2025, and I can't say enough good things about the experience. From the get-go, Lekeshia was on top of everything. We started communicating back in January, and she was super prompt with responses and made sure all the details were in place, including a clear contract. The venue itself was perfect; convenient location, plenty of parking, and the space was beautiful. Everyone had an amazing time.  Lekeshia went above and beyond to make sure everything was flawless. She really took the stress out of the event, which made a huge difference. If you're looking for a place to host an event, class, or anything else, I highly recommend SWAG Event Center. This venue has it all great service, beautiful setup, and it's a vibe. Thanks again, Lekeshia, for making our celebration so memorable!

This place is great, from the staff to the decor. I was…read morehappy with how my birthday turned out & im going to recommend this place to anybody looking to book a location for their next event. Plus the place is huge! Wish I would've invited way more people now to fill up the room but nonetheless it was a great turn out!

Attended for an event. It's a nice place as far as structure but it's unappealing to enter through…read morean alley, past a portable bathroom to get through to the event. I am more than sure this place looks different in the AM too. I can't say much more because I truly didn't stay long enough. I see the potential in their structure for a beautiful event.

Cute place but. . .the parking sucks. The parking structure smells like a cat litter. It was…read moreactually scary getting stuck here at night. The venue itself is beautiful. I went here for a wedding and thought it was very charming.