YBCA Forum

The Forum is a modern, spacious, and flexible 6,700 sq ft space with 29’ high tension-grid ceiling. Available for presentations, receptions, or exhibition space. The Forum can be entered through the YBCA Grand Lobby at 701 Mission Street or through Yerba Buena Gardens.

Features

Full theatrical lighting and sound equipment
50% or 100% window shades
Sprung-wood dance floor
Dressing rooms with showers
Full wired and wireless Internet connectivity
Food and beverage friendly

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701 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103

Capacity

  • 450 seated (banquet or theater style)
  • 850 standing reception

Dimensions

  • 6,700 sq ft, approximately 77′ x 87′
  • 29′ from floor to tension grid

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Note: East Garden exterior

The Forum opens to the East Garden, which is owned and operated separately by Yerba Buena Arts & Events (YBA&E). The East Garden can be rented in conjunction with the YBCA Forum to increase event space or as a catering area for larger events, which requires additional application and fees.

The Forum during YBCA’s 25th Anniversary Gala. Photo by Tommy Lau.

The Forum during YBCA’s 25th Anniversary Gala. Photo by Tommy Lau.

The Forum during the 2019 YBCA 100 reception. Photo by Arthur Kobin for Drew Altizer Photography.

The Forum during the 2019 YBCA 100 reception. Photo by Arthur Kobin for Drew Altizer Photography.

The Forum during ODC’s Dance Downtown Gala in 2024. Photo by Drew Altizer Photography.

The Forum during ODC’s Dance Downtown Gala in 2024. Photo by Drew Altizer Photography.

The Forum during a performance by Samora Pinderhughes. Photo by Tommy Lau.

The Forum during the Silver Spur Awards reception party in 2023. Photo by Chloe Jackman Photography.

We’d love to hear more. Let’s make an amazing event together.

Please provide your contact information and event details. We will make every effort to respond by the next business day.