Frequently Asked Questions

Will my event work in your space?

Because of the flexibility of our space, we are able to accommodate a variety of event types. Some of the events we’ve hosted include:

  • Film Festivals

  • Wedding Receptions

  • All-Hands Meetings

  • Product Launches

  • Team Retreats

  • Holiday Celebrations

  • Bar/Bat Mitzvahs

  • Fashion Shows

  • Concerts

  • Silent Auctions

  • Wine Tastings

  • Cooking Classes

  • Private Parties

  • Rehearsal Dinners

  • Fundraisers

  • Food Festivals

  • Photoshoots

  • Art Shows

  • Award Presentations

What size groups can you accommodate?

Between the Kakao Gallery and the venue space, 415 can provide a fresh setting for work team or parties of 15 to fundraisers or gatherings with 300 people. Specifically, the venue space is rated for 300 people and can host 225 at round tables. The Kakao Gallery is rated at 50.

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What is included with use of the venue?

You likely have enough on your plate so our hope is that we can make using 415 as simple and stress free as possible. The space includes, at no extra charge, the following:

  • 25 60” round tables, 8 30” square cafe tables, 200 chairs

  • Full kitchen designed by CB Andersen

  • Eiki 7000 Lumen projector and screen

  • 10 LED theater lights and two robotic lights

  • Theater quality sound system with two wireless microphones

 Can I use my own caterer?

Absolutely! We want your event to be all you want it to be. You can choose your caterer for food, we simply ask that they are licensed and insured. Really? Yes, really! If you are looking for suggestions for caterers or vendors we will gladly provide you with folks we believe do excellent work and know their way around 415. Please know we have no financial arrangements with them so you are free to choose who you wish knowing there are no hidden fees coming to us. For any event serving alcohol, we have a fantastic team of bartenders waiting to serve your guests and bar packages for every price range.

 

Can your internet connection handle the date needed for teleconferencing?

Yes, we have 100 Mbps internet connection speeds that enable high quality audio and visual transmission.

Is there parking?

415 has up to 20 spaces depending on the time of day. There are also over 300 spaces available at 320 Westlake (a hundred and twenty five paces down the block) and free parking after 6pm.

Do I need to make an appointment to look at 415?

Yes, we are open for tours Tuesday - Friday 10am-6pm by appointment. If you are interested in scheduling a tour, please fill out our Contact Form.

Your rates are lower than comparable sized venues so do you still have a discount for non-profits?

We believe nonprofits provide a great benefit to the community and we want to partner with you the best we can, so yes we have a discounted rate for 501c3 nonprofits.

 

*If your event involves multiple light settings or the mixing of more than the two wireless microphones we provide we do ask that you hire one of our lighting or sound techs to ensure you receive the results you are seeking.