Seymour Marine Discovery Center

Seymour Marine Discovery Center

Unclaimed venue

100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA

Venue

About this venue

UCSC education center with ocean-view event spaces, exhibit hall, and bluff-side deck.

Venue details

Capacity 250 people

Amenities & policies

Alcohol permitted 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
250 guests

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

Full floor utilization
Theater style ~65–75%
163 – 188 guests

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

Aisle & chair rows
Banquet / dining ~45–55%
113 – 138 guests

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

Tables & service paths
Classroom setup ~30–40%
75 – 100 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 (250 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
Alcohol permitted Beer, wine, or bar service
Flames & fire
No open flames Fire performance strictly banned
Parking
On-site parking Designated lot / spaces

Features & amenities

Audio/Visual

Sound System Projector Projection Screen Microphone Bluetooth Speakers

Stage & Performance

Wood Floors

Kitchen & Catering

Full Kitchen

Furniture & Equipment

Tables Included Chairs Included

Views & Ambiance

Ocean Views Natural Light

Accessibility

ADA Accessible

Parking & Transport

Free Parking

Ideal For

Weddings Receptions Conferences Corporate Events

Photo gallery

3 photos

Available spaces (3)

La Feliz Room

La Feliz Room

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120 capacity From $664/event
Audio/Visual: Microphone, Bluetooth Speakers, Projector...
Stage & Performance: Wood Floors
Kitchen & Catering: Full Kitchen
Outdoor Spaces: Deck
Views & Ambiance: Ocean Views, Vaulted Ceilings, Natural Light
Ideal For: Corporate Events
Exhibit Hall

Exhibit Hall

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235 capacity From $664/event
Ideal For: Weddings, Receptions, Conferences
Shipwreck Deck

Shipwreck Deck

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From $664/event
Outdoor Spaces: Deck
Views & Ambiance: Ocean Views
Ideal For: Weddings

Location & directions

Seymour Marine Discovery Center

100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Starting from
$350 $$$
per hour
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Quick estimate

2 hrs 6 hrs 12 hrs
Est. rental cost
Rates & policies breakdown

Event Rates

Max $2,800
Min $664

Packages

Wedding Basic $2,875
Wedding Premium $5,175

Quick info

Capacity: 250

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