Frequently Asked Questions

We offer a variety of rooms and outdoor spaces ideal for weddings, receptions, fundraisers, corporate meetings, and family celebrations. Amenities include tables, chairs, most AV equipment, and on-site staff support.

 The full Community Hall seats up to 300 dining. The 2/3 configuration seats up to 150. The outdoor Arts Garden seats up to 150 dining or 300 for a ceremony.

Yes. You can host both in the Community Hall or the Arts Garden, or split them across both spaces if they’re available on your desired date.

Email facilityrentals@cityofbrea.gov or call 714-990-7140 to check availability and start the reservation process.

Rentals are accepted up to one year in advance. For example, if you want a February 2026 date, you can inquire starting the third week of January 2025.

The deposit is due within 24 hours of the contract. The final hourly payment is due 30 days before the event.

You can pay online using the link provided, by phone at 714-990-7101, or in person.

Yes, additional hours can be added up to two weeks before your event, depending on availability.

Yes, staff will set up tables and chairs according to your submitted diagram before your rental time begins.

Yes, as long as they are picked up by the end of your rental.

No, linens are not provided.

Community Center:

35 – 72” Round (Seats 10)

25 – 8’ x 3’ Banquet

15 – 30” Round Tall Cocktail

5 – 30” Round Cocktail

3 – 60” Rounds

2 – 48” Rounds

2 – 60” Half Rounds

Civic Center:

25 – 60” Round Tables

25 – 8’ Banquet Tables

Tables, chairs, most AV equipment (microphones, podiums, speakers), and limited on-site staff support.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available.

Six hours on Fridays and Saturdays. Four hours on Sundays.

As long as the space is available. Must end by 1 a.m. for the Community Hall and 11 p.m. for the Arts Garden.

Yes. All time in the space must be part of your rental hours.

Set-up is for decorating and prep. Event hours begin when guests arrive. Cleanup starts when the event ends and continues until you're out of the space. No breaks between these periods are allowed.

Clean up spills, remove trash, take down decorations, and ensure any rented items are removed. City staff will remove the tables and chairs.

No. You and vendors can only enter at your contracted start time.

Homemade food is not permitted. All food providers must have a valid health department permit.

Yes. Outside vendors are allowed. Food vendors must have a valid health permit.

Outside food is allowed with an approved, permitted caterer. Homemade food is not allowed.

 Yes, but only served by a bartender. Security is required when alcohol is served.

Preferred but not required. Self-serve alcohol is not allowed.

Yes, for all events serving alcohol. The city may also require it for other events.

One for 99 guests or less. Two for 100 or more.

$40/hour per guard (current rate). Paid directly to Slate Service Group.

You will receive an invoice directly from the security company.

Yes, but only with Community Hall rentals that include kitchen access.

Ice machine, refrigerators, freezer, sinks, counters, and event storage.

All partial use amenities plus stove and oven access.

No. You may only access the kitchen during your rental time.

Yes, during your paid rental time.

No. The only discount available is for Brea residents.

Guided tours are by appointment (Mon–Thurs, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.). Self-guided tours are allowed during business hours — call ahead to check availability.

Amplified music is allowed but must end one hour before your rental ends.

Yes, both are permitted.

Yes. You can purchase it through our vendor or provide your own with city approval.

After your reservation is made, you’ll receive instructions for purchasing through Bene-Marc at https://bmispecialevents.com

Yes, but it must be approved by Risk Management and may take up to 2 months.

No, bounce houses are not permitted.

Submit cancellation/change requests in writing to facility reservation staff. Fees may apply.

Canceling or changing your date will forfeit your deposit. If the space is rebooked, 75% of the deposit may be refunded. Canceling within 30 days of the event forfeits all fees paid.