Event Space
Gather. Connect. Celebrate
historic building in the lively Mission District.
for every group. Ask about discounts for nonprofits.
1 to 230 people, 15 min. to days, daytime or night.
rentals for meetings or celebrations.
and located close to public transportation.
included like WiFi, chairs, tables and easels.
Available Spaces
From intimate meetings to vibrant celebrations, The Women’s Building offers beautiful, flexible spaces filled with light, character, and history—perfect for your next gathering.
The Auditorium
With exposed brick, high ceilings, and a 2,700 sq. ft. open floor plan, this room is ideal for large events like fundraisers, community celebrations, and conferences.
Audre Lorde Room
A stunning 1,500 sq. ft. room featuring arched windows and natural light, perfect for workshops, celebrations, and milestone moments.
Room A
At 446 sq. ft., this cozy space is great for classes, meetings, or as a breakout room—ideal for smaller groups or quiet focus.
Let's Start Planning!
Have any Questions?
Please contact Adriana Peralta, Bookings Coordinator
at adriana@womensbuilding.org or 415 431-1180 ext 21 or fax 415 861-8969
If you already have a booking, log into the Rental Client Portal here.
Auditorium
This 2700 sq. ft. room has a high acoustic ceiling and architectural details like a wood floor and exposed bricks. Rental includes 16 rectangular (2.5ft x 6ft) tables and 220 chairs.
Conferences
Workshops
Fundraising Events
Exercise Classes
Capacity, 2700 square feet
Standing Reception (NO tables/chairs)
230 capacity
Theater/Classroom (ONLY chairs)
220 capacity
Banquet (Tables and chairs)
200 capacity
Rates
3 hour minimum rental.
Monday to Friday reservations only between 9 am and 5 pm.
$279 per hour.
Audre Lorde
This 1,500 sq. ft. room is filled with natural light and has architectural details like high ceilings, wood floors, and arched windows. Rental includes 8 rectangular (2.5ft x 6ft) tables and 65 chairs.
Exercise classes
Workshops
Conferences
Fundraising Events
Weddings, birthdays, and baptisms
Capacity, 1500 square feet
Standing Reception (NO tables/chairs)
80 capacity
Conference (ONLY chairs)
70 capacity
Banquet (Tables and chairs)
60 capacity
Rates
Monday to Friday reservations only between 9 am and 5 pm.
$165 per hour.
Room A
This 446 sq. ft. room is filled with natural light and has architectural details like high ceilings, wood floors, and arched windows. Rental includes 4 rectangular (2.5ft x 6ft) tables and 40 chairs.
Classes
Presentations
Workshops
Meetings
Breakout room to complement the Audre Lorde Room
Capacity, 446 square feet
Theater (ONLY chairs)
40 capacity
Classroom (Tables and chairs)
24 capacity
Rates
Weekdays before 5pm
$50 per hour.
Space Terms and Conditions
From setup to sound, The Women’s Building offers flexible rental terms, equipment packages, and support services to help your gathering go smoothly—so you can focus on what matters most: connecting with your community.
- Make sure that your rental time includes time to set-up and break down your event. The room will be empty upon your arrival and should be left in the same condition.
- All renters of meeting and event rooms need to provide proof of general liability insurance and have The Women’s Building listed as an additional insured. Exemptions to this policy will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
- You may serve wine and beer. NO hard alcohol is allowed. An ABC License may be required.
- Latest time for your event, including 1 hour clean-up at end of reservation time:
- 10 PM Friday through Sunday, if reservation ends at 11 PM.
- 9 PM on Mondays through Thursdays, if reservation ends at 10 PM.
Please contact our Bookings Coordinator for pricing and more details.
General Information
- All rates are per day
- We bring, install and pack up our projector and P.A. equipment
- You must install and pack up the stage with staff instruction
- Our Sound Equipment requires a Sound Technician to set up, operate and remove the equipment. Please ask our Bookings Coordinator for more information
- Discount packages are available. See below
Stage
- One Panel= 6×3 ft. | $25 per panel
- Full Stage (9 panels) 9×18 ft. | $200
Sound System
- Requires you to hire our approved Sound Technician
- $200 plus $15 per microphone
Spot Lights
- We do not have a mixing console
- $10 each (19˚, 30˚, 40˚ spots)
Digital Multimedia Player
- $60
5ft. Moveable Tripod Screen
- $20
Portable Audio System
- Includes ONE microphone, $15 per additional microphone. Maximum: 3 microphones.
- $60
Discount Packages
- Stage & Sound System $300 (includes 5 Microphones)
- Multimedia $120
- Multimedia Projector
- Portable Audio System (PA)
- 1 Microphone
- 5 ft. movable tripod Screen
Please contact our Bookings Coordinator for pricing and more details.
- Set-up and break down of chairs and tables.
- Cleaning Service: May be required for some events.
- Event Assistant: May be required for some events.
- Sound Technician: Required when renting our sound system.
Please contact our Bookings Coordinator for pricing and more details.
- When you sign the event space contract, you will need to pay a Refundable Security Deposit.
- The Refundable Security Deposit amount is based on event details, and other fees may apply.
- Full payment for the event is due 30 days before the date of your event.
Please contact our Bookings Coordinator for pricing and more details.
- With MORE than 30 day notice – $100 Reservation Fee.
- Between 7 and 30 days – 50% of room reservation cost + $100 Reservation Fee.
- Less than one week – Full charge for reservation.
- No Show – Full charge for reservation
Are You a Nonprofit Looking for Space?
We love partnering with mission aligned organizations. If you're a nonprofit looking to host ameeting, event, or workshop, we invite you to rent one of our beautiful, affordable rooms.
Reach out to Adriana Peralta, Bookings Coordinator
at adriana@womensbuilding.org or 415 431-1180 ext 21 or fax 415 861-8969
If you already have a booking, log into the Rental Client Portal here.
