Question 1

What does your Rental Price include?

Answer

Your venue rental includes 10-hours exclusive use of The Pannikin Building venue (2 levels) to set-up your event however you like. Internet access, on-site venue manager for the entirety of your rental, our four 8-ft custom bars, furnished bridal and grooms lounges, cleaning fee and all taxes are included. We can also provide a list of our preferred vendors for additional rentals and services. Additional hours beyond our standard 10-hr rentals can be added onto your rental for an additional small hourly fee. You also receive a 1-hr complimentary time slot in the days prior to your wedding for a wedding rehearsal.

Question 2

What is The Pannikin Building's max capacity?

Answer

Standing Capacity: 250 Seated (Reception Style): 200

Question 3

What are the Rental Fees?

Answer

Please email us with your desired date and we will give you exact pricing. Pricing varies by time of year and peak seasons and also by the size of your event. In general, weekend days (Friday-Sundays) are $3,000-$5,000 and weekdays are $1,500-$3,500. We also offer select hourly pricing for certain weekdays.

Question 4

How long is The Pannikin Building rental for?

Answer

Standard weekend (Friday-Sunday) rentals are 10 hours long with option to add additional time based on event needs. Hourly rental rates for less than 10 hours are available on weekdays (Monday-Thursday).

Question 5

Are there Noise Restrictions at The Pannikin Building?

Answer

All music types are accepted including DJ, live bands, acoustic music, etc. We do not have a noise curfew.

Question 6

What is the Alcohol Policy?

Answer

The Pannikin Building allows events hosted to bring their own alcohol, provided you have a licensed bartender to serve all drinks and provide liquor liability insurance.

Question 7

What is the Catering Policy?

Answer

All caterers are welcome at The Pannikin Building with pre-approval by The Pannikin Building management. We also offer a Preferred List of caterers should you need recommendations.

Question 8

Is Insurance required?

Answer

The Pannikin Building holds a large insurance policy. For any outside vendors used, vendors will be required to provide proof of insurance. While we highly recommend event hosts also acquire insurance, this is optional.

Question 9

Is there Guest Parking?

Answer

Guests can park at Park It on Market just 1/2 block away from The Pannikin Building. 614 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101. Parking is $1/hr (excluding special event days). Metered street parking is also available, as well as additional ACE parking garages within 1-2 blocks of the venue.

Question 10

How much is the Deposit to book?

Answer

The Pannikin Building requires a 50% deposit upon signing an event venue rental agreement. We are more than happy to temporarily hold dates for you by request for up to 72 hours. If your date is requested within those 72 hours, we will contact you to acquire the deposit to continue holding the date. The final deposit is due 30 days prior to your event.

Question 11

Have another question? Email events@thepannikinbuilding.com.

Answer

Ask us anything...really, we love to hear from you!

Question 12

Are Candles and Sparklers allowed?

Answer

Unfortunately, real candles pose a fire hazard at our venue and are not allowed. Sparklers are illegal in San Diego City & County. The Pannikin Building maintains a strict No Flame Policy.

Question 13

How far out can you book The Pannikin Building?

Answer

The Pannikin Building is now booking events for 2021 and beyond. Whenever you're planning your event for, let's get it on the books!

Question 14

Is event coordination required?

Answer

No, we do not require you hire an event coordinator, but we highly recommend it! Together For Better Events is our preferred event coordination partner, with discounts offered for their coordination services at The Pannikin Building. You are also welcome to hire any outside coordinator.

Question 15

Is The Pannikin Building open to all vendors?

Answer

Yes! The beauty of our venue is that you can bring all of your own vendors, provided they are licensed and insured. We also have a great list of Preferred Vendors- these vendors are not required, just a list of our favorites. Email us for our list if you are interested!

Question 16

Do you allow food trucks?

Answer

Food trucks are allowed! You have the option to park a food truck on the public street (G Street) directly in front of the venue in paid metered parking. The client or vendor will be responsible for paying the meter ($1.25/hr) to park there.

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