Patio

SOMArts Cultural Center, located at 934 Brannan Street in San Francisco’s South of Market (SoMa) neighborhood, offers a flexible, industrial-chic venue for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale productions.

About the Venue

This cultural hub features high ceilings, a spacious floor plan, and a raw, gallery-like aesthetic with professional track lighting and adaptable acoustics. The venue supports both artistic and corporate events, with rotating exhibitions often serving as a dynamic backdrop. An adjacent gated outdoor patio—complete with a lush garden and market lighting—can be booked separately or as an add-on for open-air components.

Amenities

• Kitchen (external catering permitted)
• Microphone and speakers
• Private, wheelchair-accessible bathrooms
• High ceilings and professional lighting
• Versatile acoustics for performances or presentations
• Outdoor patio with garden and market lighting

Capacity

• Patio: 100 seated, 300 standing
• Bay Gallery: 300 seated, 650 standing
• Main Gallery: 200 seated, 300 standing
• Dance Studio: 15 seated, 30 standing
• Downstairs Classroom: 15 seated, 30 standing

Location & Transportation

Conveniently located in SoMa’s cultural district, the venue is accessible via public transit, including the Caltrain station at 4th and King Streets and multiple bus routes along Brannan Street. Metered street parking and a pay-to-use lot across the street are available.