Main Floor Lounge at The Academy
About this space
In the heart of the Castro District, this gorgeous, one-of-a-kind private club location is perfect for receptions, client events, fundraisers, cocktail parties, off-sites, presentations, luxury activations, and much more.
The space is located within a LGBTQ+ social club, and has additional areas available. To view other listings, click on host's profile. All listings are located within the same facility.
INCLUDED IN THIS LISTING:
MAIN FLOOR
Our gorgeous 1,200 sqft main floor has 3 distinct rooms plus a service kitchen, a custom blackjack table, hardwood floors, rotating artwork by distinguished local artists, multiple seating areas, designer furniture, 12-foot ceilings, A/V system and sound, and access to an outdoor patio/yard plus basement speakeasy (additional cost, inquire with host for availability).
❧ All required venue staff (additional may be necessary for special requests)
❧ Exclusive private access to all spaces listed
❧ One private gender-neutral restroom
Full use of the Main Floor
❧ Standing up to 50
❧ Seating up to 25
❧ 70" Television in Parlor-Lounge
❧ Mounted roll down projection screen/mounted projector
❧ Sonos sound system
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***NOT INCLUDED*** IN BOOKING RATE (inquire w/ host for full pricing & options)
FOOD & BEVERAGE
❧ BEVERAGES: Guests are *not* permitted to provide their own beverages or bar staff. Different package levels are available; please inquire w/ host.
❧ FOOD: Preferred vendor food catering options available. Any caterer not on the preferred list will incur an additional fee
ADDITIONAL SERVICES OFFERED UPON REQUEST
❧ Blackjack / card dealer
❧ Drag entertainment
❧ DJ or Karaoke
❧ Photo Booth
❧ Whiskey Tastings
❧ Wine Tastings
❧ Cocktail making classes
❧ Barber Services (main floor barber salon)
We are located less than a block from Church St. MUNI station, with easy street parking available nearby.
Event offers and packages
Christmas Party Offers
Main Floor Lounge - starting at $500/hr*
1,200 square feet – 3-hour minimum
Indoor Space; 1 Bar + all event staff included
Combine w/ Outdoor Garden Terrace for additional cost
• Beer selection (typically IPA and pilsner style + non-alcoholic)
Includes Tier 1 +
• Skyy vodka
• Benchmark bourbon
• New Amsterdam gin
• Bacardi rum
• El Jimador tequila
Non-alcoholic options included
Includes Tier 1 +
• Tito's vodka
• Jack Daniels whiskey
• Bombay Sappphire gin
• Bacardi rum
• Cazadores tequila
Non-alcoholic options included
Includes Tier 1+
•Grey Goose vodka
• Woodford Reserve bourbon
• Hendrick's gin, Bacoo rum
• Siete Leguas tequila
Non-alcoholic options included
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Cost components are: space rental (hourly), cleaning fee, required beverage package (see below - per person, per hour), sales tax, gratuity, plus any add-ons or entertainment provided in-house. We may also charge additional fees for outside food vendors, last-minute bookings, or other requests outside our typical offerings.
Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period
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About The Academy
The Academy is a LGBTQ+ owned, dynamic venue that offers a luxurious, design-forward, welcoming, and comfortable space for business meetings, corporate gatherings, and private events. The multi-level, indoor-outdoor venue spans two buildings in the Castro District, accommodating groups of 10 to 350+ people.
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