UCSC Arboretum Meeting Hall

Unclaimed venue

1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA

Venue

About this venue

Hort 2 Meeting Hall at UCSC Arboretum with garden views, projection, and video conferencing. Hours: 9am-5pm only.

Venue details

Capacity 75 people

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

75 guests

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

Full floor utilization

Theater style ~65–75%

49 – 56 guests

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

Aisle & chair rows

Banquet / dining ~45–55%

34 – 41 guests

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

Tables & service paths

Classroom setup ~30–40%

23 – 30 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 (75 max). Usable capacity varies depending on staging, audio/visual setups, catering, and furniture. Contact the venue to confirm feasibility for your specific event setup.