With world-class beaches and entertainment and world-renowned architectural landmarks like the Santa Monica Pier and the Pantages Theatre, it should come as no surprise that LA remains one of the most visited cities in the US.
Whether you're looking for a vintage space for your wedding, a cathedral for your once-in-a-lifetime concert, or the most unique views for your video shoot, Giggster's got the perfect church for your event. From Huntington Beach to the Elysian Valley and Beverly Hills, there's a venue for all tastes in LA.
With Giggster, finding the perfect church rentals for your events has never been easier. Download the app on your mobile device and browse a curated list of the best venues. Apply filters to find the ones that match your budget or sort by amenities available.
Find the perfect venue for your budget with Giggster!
From the iconic Bradbury Building to the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Greek Theatre, find the venue of your dreams with Giggster!
Are you looking for a stunning space for your wedding celebrations? Book a classy church with arched ceilings and stained glass windows close to the Los Angeles River.
Need an inspiring space for a video shoot? Book a church with an outdoor space and the perfect backdrop of the Rocky Peak.
A cozy mid-century church & auditorium? We got it! Book a gorgeous space in Venice, complete with a raised stage, a balcony, and an altar. The perfect acoustics for a theatre play!
Book an 1800s baroque Italian cathedral with a ballroom in Little Tokyo and make your concert or private event unforgettable!
Exceptional Variety & Quality: From beautiful churches with stained glass windows and ranch-style spaces with a perfect view of the local mountain range to baroque cathedrals and churches with auditoriums. Browse the 164 most unique space and find the church location in LA that fits your vision.
Hassle-Free Booking: From the Giggster app, you can browse dozens of venues in minutes, filter by price or amenities available, or contact the owners directly. Find the perfect venue for you starting at just $20/hour.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Cancelling an event that you'd been planning for weeks is no fun, but we understand. With our free cancellation policy, you can get a full refund on your booking, as long as you cancel within 24 hours of confirming it and as long as the booking was made at least 48 hours before the date of the event.
Platform Protections: If you're worried about insurance, you can opt-in for Giggster's completely optional package, now available on venues like Authentic Vintage Church & Creative Space.
From classical wedding ceremonies and photo shoots to concerts and even theater plays, make the most of your space in beautiful LA!
Wedding Ceremonies – Memorable Events. Looking for the perfect church for your wedding ceremony? Book a large vintage space close to the Los Angeles River that has beautiful stained glass windows, arched ceilings, and charming natural lighting.
Film Shoots.– Perfect Backdrops. Are you looking for the perfect church for a photo shoot? Book a stunning ranch-style church with a perfect view of the Rocky Peak, complete with large indoor and outdoor spaces, a playground for the little ones, and a large meeting room.
Corporate Meeting – Flexible Spaces. How about a versatile church with a fully equipped kitchen, dining hall, and offices in the middle of LA? It's Complete with beautiful stage lighting, an organ, drums, and a keyboard. The perfect space for a religious, corporate retreat.
Concerts – Vintage. Book an 1800s Italian-baroque cathedral that doubles as a huge ballroom and comes with a gilded foyer with checkered floors, beautiful marble walls, and dark wood floors in the ballroom area. You'll fall in love with this venue at the first opportunity—no sale required!
Theater Shows – Descriptive. How about a mid-century modern auditorium for a theater play? Book a stunning space in Venice with room for more than 900 guests, a raised stage, a pulpit and an altar, a balcony, and inspiring acoustics. Make the most of this space!
Churches can be the perfect venues if you want to give your events an extra religious and vintage touch. The right venue will elevate your event and make it a memorable experience.
What can you do in the church? Some churches are very strict regarding what you can and cannot do on their grounds. Before deciding on a venue, read the fine print and clear the air with the owner about what you'll do. Watch out for things like restrictions on dark content and noise regulations.
How big is the church? Depending on the event, you may want a larger or smaller venue. If you're looking for a small church for your wedding celebrations, a venue capable of seating 900 attendees might be overkill. Before deciding on a venue, make sure it matches the number of attendees. Don't overpay for things you won't realistically use.
Is it easy to get there? LA traffic is already difficult to navigate, and if you're hosting an event at a church, your attendees will likely need parking. When looking for a venue, make sure it is either centrally located so your attendees won't need a car or has enough parking for everybody.
Before pulling out the map and deciding on the perfect church for your event in Los Angeles, here are some things you should consider.
Advantages
Old churches tend to have many parking spaces, as they were designed to be accessible to large numbers of people. This can make it easier for your attendees to get to your event.
Making your event unforgettable can be easier in a church, even just for the novelty. Booking a vintage 1800s church is certainly a step in the right direction if you want to make your event the highlight of the year.
If you're religious, you can grow a deeper connection with your attendees in these places.
Disadvantages
If you're booking a church for your event, you won't have as much flexibility as you would with other types of venues. Church owners are usually more interested in what you're doing on the venue than other renters, which can stop you from letting your creativity loose.
Finding professional sound systems, striking lighting rigs, or spacious kitchens is particularly hard in churches. In most cases, you'll need to search for a local renting business to find the necessary equipment and consider outdoor catering for your guests.
Church owners also tend to have stricter business hours, and it's unlikely you'll find a venue where you can stay late into the night.
Maybe you have some experience under your belt when it comes to planning events, or maybe it's your first time. No matter your experience level, here are the important things to consider when planning an event in a church.
Set a Budget – Work out how much you can realistically spend and stick to it. Make sure you consider everything from booking the venue to entertainment and food.
Choose a Theme – Whether it's a wedding, a theater play, or a corporate retreat, you'll need to choose a theme. Some churches may not allow specific decorations, so you'll need to watch out for that.
Plan the Menu – No matter the event you're holding, a common factor is that people need to eat. Churches don't usually offer indoor catering, but most allow you to do BYO catering, and some even have functional kitchens. Make it a point to learn about your attendees' dietary restrictions and make sure everybody has something to eat.
You don't have to go over your budget to host a memorable event in a church. Here are some tips to save on your event in LA!
Consider a more select menu.
Hire a caterer and work on a smaller menu that still covers the dietary requirements of your attendees. The same applies to drinks, consider a smaller selection of drinks and non-alcoholic beverages instead of an open bar.
Choose a less popular time.
You can save a substantial amount if you plan your event for the off-season, especially in LA, where demand for all types of venues is always high. The best time of the year to visit LA as a thrifty tourist is between September and November and between January and February when the winter season starts and prices are at their lowest.
On the Giggster site, you can browse a curated list of the most stunning churches in LA, from huge cathedrals with shining ballrooms to versatile churches with offices and meeting spaces. Download the Giggster app and sort all the venues by price or capacity. Find the venue of your dreams in minutes and start planning your event!
