Historic 1927 Point Loma clubhouse
The Thursday Club Wedding Photographer
A 1927 Spanish-style clubhouse on a half-acre of ocean-view bluff in Point Loma, where a garden ceremony and a hardwood ballroom reception share one storied, all-in-one property.
About The Thursday Club
The Thursday Club is a 1927 Spanish-style clubhouse perched on a half-acre of ocean-view property in Point Loma, run by a women's philanthropic organization founded the same year. Blooming gardens greet guests at the entrance, the Pacific stretches out beyond the west balcony, and inside you'll find original hardwood floors, a stage and a warm, historic character that needs little dressing up.
Weddings here are refreshingly all-in-one: the garden hosts the ceremony, the ballroom hosts dinner and dancing, and the full property — including a bridal dressing room and a fireside sun room with an ocean-view balcony — is yours for the day. The club's approved-caterer model and bring-your-own-alcohol policy keep it flexible while a required coordinator keeps the day running smoothly.
Location · Point Loma bluff, San Diego (Ocean Beach side)
Style · Historic 1927 Spanish clubhouse + garden
Capacity · Up to 150 seated
Venue fee from · $4,800 (weekday wedding)
Best season · Late spring through fall for coastal light
Last updated July 2026 · The Thursday Club official rental pages, The Knot, Wedding Spot
The complete The Thursday Club planning guide
Capacity & spaces
Ceremony · 160 (145 garden chairs + 15 on the balcony)
Reception · 150
Cocktail/standing · 150 across ballroom, sun room and grounds
Rentable spaces
- Garden ceremony area — landscaped, often-blooming garden that seats up to 145, with standing room for 15 on the west ocean-view balcony
- Ballroom — original hardwood floors, a stage and room for a 150-guest seated reception with dance floor
- Sun room — lounge space with a gas fireplace and an ocean-view balcony, ideal for cocktails or a quiet moment
- Adjacent parlor rooms — smaller lounge-style rooms with comfortable furniture for mingling and vendors
- Bridal dressing room — a complimentary getting-ready suite for the wedding party
Pricing
Saturday wedding · $6,800
Friday or Sunday wedding · $5,800
Monday–Thursday wedding · $4,800
Wedding rental includes · 8-hour facility use / 5-hour event
Additional hours · $500 per hour
Full lighting package · $500
Booking terms · 50% + $1,000 refundable deposit at signing
Catering & bar
All events must use one of the club's approved, licensed and insured caterers. Alcohol is bring-your-own but limited to bottles and cans (no kegs) and must be served through the bar by your caterer or a licensed, insured bar company. The on-site kitchen is for food prep and staging only.
Rules & restrictions
- Music ends and events conclude by 9 PM (residential neighborhood)
- Amplified music permitted indoors only
- Open flame limited — check candle policy with the venue
- No rice, birdseed or confetti
- A day-of wedding coordinator is required
- General liability insurance required; all décor subject to venue approval
Getting ready, parking & access
Getting ready · A complimentary bridal dressing room is included on site for the wedding party
Parking · Free public street parking around the clubhouse; valet can be arranged for larger events
Accessibility · Historic single-level clubhouse with garden and balcony access; confirm specific accommodations with the manager
Rain plan · The ballroom and interior rooms serve as an indoor backup for the garden ceremony
How to book
Contact club manager Chris Erickson at 619-224-5264 or through the website's rental form to check dates and tour; a signed contract with 50% of the rental fee plus a $1,000 refundable security deposit holds your date, with the balance due 90 days prior.
Photographing The Thursday Club
The property faces the Pacific to the west, so the garden and balcony catch beautiful golden-hour and sunset light — plan couple portraits on the ocean-view balcony as the sun drops for warm, glowing backlight over the water.
For range, use the Spanish architecture and blooming garden for classic ceremony frames, the original hardwood ballroom and stained glass for timeless interiors, and the west balcony for that signature ocean-and-sky backdrop.
Engagement sessions at The Thursday Club
The Thursday Club's blend of 1920s Spanish architecture, gardens and an ocean-view bluff makes it a charming, character-rich setting for engagement or bridal portraits.
Best light · Late afternoon to sunset, west-facing ocean view
Signature backdrop · West balcony over the Pacific
Runner-up · Blooming entrance garden and Spanish façade
Vibe · Historic, intimate, coastal-classic
Because the club is booked for private events, arrange any separate photo session directly with the manager around the calendar.
What couples love
- Breathtaking ocean views and a blooming garden that make ceremonies stunning with minimal decor
- The historic 1927 interior — hardwood floors, stage and stained glass — that gives the ballroom timeless character
- An attentive, responsive manager and a true all-in-one ceremony-and-reception layout at an approachable price
Good to know
- The hard 9 PM end time reflects the residential neighborhood — build your timeline backward from there and consider an earlier ceremony to maximize reception time
- You'll bring your own alcohol (bottles and cans, no kegs), but it must be poured by your licensed caterer or a bar service, and a coordinator is required
- The venue seats up to 150, so it's ideal for small-to-mid-size weddings rather than very large guest lists
A typical wedding day at The Thursday Club
Getting ready — Wedding party preps in the complimentary bridal dressing room on site
Ceremony — Vows in the ocean-view garden, timed for late-afternoon light
Cocktail hour — Drinks in the fireside sun room and on the west balcony
Reception — Dinner and dancing in the hardwood ballroom with the stage as a focal point
Golden hour — Sunset portraits on the balcony over the Pacific before the 9 PM wrap
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can The Thursday Club hold?
The garden ceremony seats up to 145 (plus 15 standing on the balcony) and the ballroom reception holds up to 150 guests with a dance floor.
How much does it cost to rent?
Wedding rental is $6,800 on Saturdays, $5,800 on Fridays and Sundays, and $4,800 Monday–Thursday, including 8 hours of facility use and a 5-hour event.
Is it one venue for both ceremony and reception?
Yes — the garden hosts the ceremony and the ballroom hosts the reception, and you have private use of the entire property.
Can we bring our own alcohol?
Yes, but only bottles and cans (no kegs), and all alcohol must be served through the bar by your licensed caterer or a licensed, insured bar company.
Do we have to use a specific caterer?
You must choose from the club's list of approved, licensed and insured caterers; the on-site kitchen is for prep only.
What time do weddings have to end?
Music and events end by 9 PM because the club sits in a residential neighborhood, so plan an earlier start for a full celebration.
Is a wedding coordinator required?
Yes, the venue requires a day-of coordinator, and all décor must be approved in advance.
Is there a place to get ready?
A complimentary bridal dressing room is included on site for the wedding party.
What's included in the rental?
Rental includes tables and white padded resin chairs, the bridal suite, security, and setup and cleanup; lighting packages are available as add-ons.
Are there rules on ceremony toss items?
No rice, birdseed or confetti is permitted; ask about petals and other alternatives.
Is insurance required?
Yes, general liability event insurance is required to rent the clubhouse.
How do we reserve a date?
Contact manager Chris Erickson at 619-224-5264; a signed contract with 50% of the fee plus a $1,000 refundable deposit secures the date.
Getting there & logistics
Address · 1224 Santa Barbara St, San Diego, CA 92107
From San Diego Intl (SAN) · ~7 mi · 15 min
Neighborhood · Point Loma / Ocean Beach bluff
Nearby getting-ready hotels
- Inn at Sunset Cliffs (Ocean Beach, nearby)
- Kona Kai Resort & Spa (Shelter Island)
- Courtyard by Marriott Liberty Station
- The Pearl Hotel (Point Loma)
The history behind The Thursday Club
- The Thursday Club was founded in 1927 as a women's philanthropic organization and built its Spanish-style clubhouse the same year
- The clubhouse sits on a half-acre of ocean-view property in Point Loma and retains original 1920s details including hardwood floors and stained glass
- Its mission of inspiring women of all ages who share the gift of giving continues today, and rental proceeds support the club's charitable work
Similar venues we love
More venues we photograph: Hotel del Coronado · The Prado · Lodge at Torrey Pines · L'Auberge Del Mar · Kona Kai Resort.
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