Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

Unclaimed venue

307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA

Venue

About this venue

Historic civic auditorium in downtown Santa Cruz, built in 1939, with a proscenium stage and full production capabilities and state-of-the-art conference rooms. Hosts concerts, theatrical performances, conferences, weddings, receptions, and community events, and is home to the Santa Cruz County Symphony and the Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music.

Venue details

Capacity 2,021 people
Square footage 8,600 sq ft

Amenities & policies

Parking available

Capacity by layout

Planning estimate

Estimated capacity ranges based on standard layout densities and maximum occupancy. Actual capacity varies by staging, furniture, and production requirements.

Standing reception Est. max
2,021 guests

Cocktail parties, open mixers, gallery openings, and standing social events.

Full floor utilization
Theater style ~65–75%
1,314 – 1,516 guests

Forward-facing chair rows for presentations, talks, lectures, or acoustic shows.

Aisle & chair rows
Banquet / dining ~45–55%
909 – 1,112 guests

Round or banquet tables for seated dinners, galas, celebrations, and weddings.

Tables & service paths
Classroom setup ~30–40%
606 – 808 guests

Tables with chairs facing the front for workshops, seminars, and training sessions.

Desks & work surfaces
Planning guideline: Estimates are benchmark ranges based on standard event spacing and maximum occupancy (2,021 max). Usable capacity varies depending on staging, audio/visual setups, catering, and furniture. Contact the venue to confirm feasibility for your specific event setup.

House rules & policies

Important guidelines and building policies for event organizers

Sound & music
Standard ordinance Local noise curfew
Alcohol
No alcohol Alcohol is prohibited
Flames & fire
No open flames Fire performance strictly banned
Parking
On-site parking Designated lot / spaces

Features & amenities

Views & Ambiance

Historic Architecture High Ceilings City Views

Accessibility

ADA Accessible

Services

Ticketing Services Security

Ideal For

Concerts Live Performances Theater Productions Conferences Corporate Events Weddings Receptions Exhibitions

Photo gallery

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Available spaces (2)

Main Hall

Main Hall

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2,021 capacity
Audio/Visual: Sound System, Theatrical Lighting, Lighting Console
Stage & Performance: Proscenium Stage, Backstage Area, Dressing Rooms
Kitchen & Catering: Full Kitchen
Furniture & Equipment: Piano
Accessibility: Accessible Restrooms, ADA Accessible
Services: Box Office Services
Ideal For: Concerts, Live Performances, Theater Productions...
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Conference Rooms (1-4)

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75 capacity
Furniture & Equipment: Tables Included, Chairs Included
Accessibility: Ground Floor Access
Workspace: Meeting Room
Ideal For: Conferences, Corporate Events, Workshops...

Location & directions

Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Starting from
$625
per package
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Rates & policies breakdown

Fees

Commercial Deposit $400 (refundable)
Ticket Sales Fee 7.5%
Box Office Low Tier $3.50
Box Office High Tier $7.50

Policies

Deposit required 25%

Quick info

Capacity: 2,021

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