Wedding reception under umbrellas on the lawn with the Cross on its platform and the ocean behind
Serra Cross Park
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Weddings and events

Events with a view

Ceremonies, receptions and gatherings for up to 250 people, with the ocean and the Channel Islands below. The rate is $300 per hour, with a two-hour minimum.

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Reception under umbrellas below the Cross

Rates and requirements

What to know before you book

Serra Cross Park welcomes gatherings and events of all kinds, seven days a week. All reservation payments are tax-deductible donations that directly support the beautification, care and preservation of this historical venue.
Guests
Up to 250
people
Hours
8 AM to 8 PM
daily, except July 4
Rate
$300
per hour, two-hour minimum
  • Reservation times must include time for setup and breakdown for you and your vendors.
  • The park entrance remains open to the public. Reservations may put up signs, block off parking spaces, station someone at the entrance, or ask the public to vacate.
  • There is no on-site Serra Cross Conservancy representative during your event.
  • Reservation payments are non-refundable. You may change the date or time once at no charge, subject to availability.

Events are required to abide by the terms and conditions. More answers are in the frequently asked questions.

Step by step

How booking works

  1. Pick a date and time

    Choose an open day in the calendar, then a start time. Event times are available between 8 AM and 8 PM, with a two-hour minimum.

  2. Agree to the terms

    Read the terms and conditions and agree by checking the box. Events are required to abide by the terms and conditions.

  3. Submit your booking

    Complete the booking form with your preferred date and time and a few details about your event. A non-refundable site fee of $300 per hour, with a two-hour minimum, is due when you submit.

  4. We confirm your reservation by email

    Once your payment is processed, the park office emails your confirmation. Your date is reserved.

  5. Reschedule once for free if you need to

    Subject to availability. Email the park office at admin@serracrosspark.com with the new date and time.

Availability

Booking calendar

Select a date to see the available times and open the booking form.
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Questions

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Not sure about a date, the rules or what the park can hold? Send your question and the park office will reply by email.

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Gallery

Weddings at the Cross

Wedding reception under umbrellas on the lawn with the Cross on its platform and the ocean behind
Reception under umbrellas below the Cross
The wooden Cross with a draped table and white flowers at its base on the stone platform
Sweetheart table and flowers at the base of the Cross
Wedding reception on the lawn with tables under umbrellas, the Cross and the ocean beyond
Reception on the lawn below the Cross
Round table with gold chairs and a market umbrella on the lawn, hills and farmland beyond
Reception table on the lawn with the hills behind
Bride and two bridesmaids in gold sequin dresses seated barefoot on a stone wall holding bouquets
Bridal party on the stone wall
Wedding ceremony on the platform with a rose arch under the Cross, the wedding party and seated guests
Ceremony under the Cross with a rose arch
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FAQ

Booking questions

How much does it cost to hold an event at the park?
$300 per hour, with a two-hour minimum. Booked time includes setup and breakdown for you and your vendors, so count both when you choose your hours.
How do I book?
Pick a date and time on the Plan your event page, agree to the terms and conditions, and send your request. The site fee is collected with your reservation. Once the payment is processed, the park office emails your confirmation.
When do we pay the site fee?
When you submit your booking. The full site fee is due at the time of submission, and your date is not confirmed until the payment has been received and processed. The park office then emails your confirmation.
Is the site fee refundable?
No. Reservation payments are non-refundable, and cancelling the event forfeits the fee. You may change your date or time once at no charge, subject to availability.
Can we change our date?
Yes, once, at no charge and subject to availability. Email admin@serracrosspark.com with the new date or time you have in mind.
What hours can we book?
8 AM to 8 PM, 364 days a year. The park is closed every July 4 because of fire danger. Start at any time that suits you, with a two-hour minimum. Everyone is off the hill by 8 PM, when the gates lock.
How many guests can the park hold?
Up to 250 people. Parking inside the gates holds 35 vehicles, so plan how your guests will arrive if you expect more cars than that.
Will we have the park to ourselves?
No. The park stays open to the public from dawn to dusk and the gates cannot be locked, so other people may be in the park during your event. You may put up signs, hire security, station a volunteer at the gate and let visitors know an event is on.
Do we need event insurance?
Yes, if your event has catered food, beverages or a reception. We ask for a one-day $1 million liability policy covering the event, with proof emailed to admin@serracrosspark.com at least seven days before. Your insurance agent can arrange one.
Can we serve alcohol?
Yes, through a licensed provider. A licensed bartender or caterer serves every drink; there is no self-service alcohol. All alcohol laws apply, including age limits, and serving drinks means your event needs the insurance described above.
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