This is Your Space, Get Comfortable

Located in Santa Rosa, our newly constructed space was built with parties like yours in mind. The Backdrop is meant to be customizable - a modern space with easy transitions between the interior to the sensory garden. We supply the nice-to-haves, and give you the creative freedom to make it your own.

Accommodating
Your Group

Every event is different - that’s why we created a space that can accommodate all parties. You have the option of renting; The Full Backdrop, The Partial Backdrop or The Fun Sized Backdrop.

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The Backdrop Event Space Offerings

Enjoy all of The Backdrop’s 10,000sf interior space. Perfect for larger events and parties, you have the space to mingle and come together.


Key Space Details

  • The Full Backdrop includes the entire interior event space
  • 3 large opening wall doors that bring in natural light and air
  • Integrated audio and visual equipment
  • Lightweight moveable furniture
  • Free parking lot to accommodate guests

What's included

  • Overhead built-in audio
  • Overhead mounted screens for video
  • 300 chairs
  • 30 tables (choice between 6" rectangle and 72" round)
  • Setup and take down
  • Short AV training
  • Microphone

Capacity

  • 10,000sf
  • 500+ Seated
  • 800+ Auditorium
  • 1,000+ Standing

Pricing and Fees

  • Price: Please inquire for pricing
  • Deposit : $1,000
  • Event Insurance Required
  • Operating Hours: Monday-Sunday | 7am-10pm (rental is for an 8 hour block of time during these hours)

Socialize for the evening with good company in The Partial Backdrop.


Key Space Details

The Partial Backdrop includes 2/3 of the event space

  • 2 large opening wall doors that bring in natural light and air
  • Integrated audio and visual equipment
  • Lightweight moveable furniture
  • Large parking lot to accommodate guests


What's included

  • Overhead built-in audio
  • Overhead mounted screens for video
  • 200 chairs
  • 20 tables (choice between 6" rectangle and 72" round)
  • Setup and take down
  • Short AV training
  • Microphone

Capacity

  • 6,600sf
  • 300+ Seated
  • 500+ Auditorium
  • 600+ Standing

Pricing and Fees

  • Price: Please inquire for pricing
  • Deposit : $1,000
  • Event Insurance Required
  • Operating Hours: Monday-Sunday | 7am-10pm (rental is for an 8 hour block of time during these hours)

Accommodating for smaller work or conference events, utilize 3,300sf of The Fun Sized Backdrop. Create an intimate space for your guests.


Key Space Details

  • The Fun-Sized Backdrop includes 1/3 of the event space
  • 1 large opening wall door that brings in natural light and air
  • Integrated audio and visual equipment
  • Lightweight moveable furniture
  • Large parking lot to accommodate guests

What's included

  • Overhead built-in audio
  • Overhead mounted screens for video
  • 100 chairs
  • 10 tables (choice between 6" rectangle and 72" round)
  • Setup and takedown
  • Short AV training
  • Microphone

Capacity

  • 3,300sf
  • 150+ Seated
  • 250+ Auditorium
  • 300+ Standing

Pricing and Fees

  • Price: Please inquire for pricing
  • Deposit : $500
  • Event Insurance Required
  • Operating Hours: Monday-Sunday | 7am-10pm (rental is for an 8 hour block of time during these hours)

Enjoy an evening out on the patio. Connect with a party of friends, coworkers or family and watch a classic, beautiful Sonoma County sunset.


Key Space Details

  • 2,000ft exterior patio space
  • Perfect social gathering area for cocktails or to host an auction
  • String lights to bring a bit of light and glamour to your evening mixers
  • Access to outdoor power
  • Large parking lot to accommodate guests

What's included

  • Access to outdoor outlets for running AV cords etc.

For an additional fee, you can access additional perks such as:

  • Lounge and patio furniture
  • Heaters
  • Umbrellas
  • Tables & Chairs

Capacity

  • 100+ Seated
  • 150+ Auditorium
  • 200+ Standing

Pricing and Fees

  • Price: Please inquire for pricing
  • Deposit : $500
  • Event Insurance Required
  • Operating Hours: Monday-Sunday | 7am-10pm

The Sensory Garden is the perfect oasis for your next outdoor gathering.


Key Space Details

  • 10,000ft2 exterior garden space filled with mature plants, aromatic flowers and walkways
  • A gathering area in a nature setting
  • Arbors framing the entrances with a large awning for seated gatherings
  • Access to outdoor power
  • Large parking lot to accommodate guests

Optional Add Ons

For an additional fee, you can access additional perks such as:

  • Lounge and patio furniture
  • Heaters
  • Umbrellas
  • Tables & Chairs

What's included

  • Access to outdoor outlets for running AV cords etc.
  • Built-in BBQ

Capacity

  • 200+ Seated
  • 300+ Auditorium
  • 400+ Standing

Pricing and Fees

  • Price: Please inquire for pricing
  • Deposit : $500
  • Event Insurance Required
  • Operating Hours: Monday-Sunday | 7am-10pm

The best events are the ones where appetizers are served. Prepare and enjoy a dining experience on location in our commercial kitchen.


Key space details

Our Commercial Kitchen is fully equipped with new, top of the line equipment and is capable of serving up to 500+ guests.


What's included

  • 2 large standing commercial refrigerators
  • Standing commercial freezer
  • Gas Stove
  • Double full size convection oven
  • Ice Maker
  • Coffee Bar Station

Capacity for Catering Staff

  • The commercial kitchen is 650sf with plenty of room for your head chef and catering team.

Pricing and Fees

  • Price: Please inquire for pricing
  • Deposit: $500
  • Event Insurance Required
  • Operating Hours: Monday-Sunday | 7am-10pm (rental is for an 8 hour block of time during these hours)

Need work space to host your next team meeting? Our Conference Room, complete with integrated AV, is the perfect backdrop to your next board meeting or break out session.


Key Space Details

  • Large conference table
  • Modern furniture
  • AV features

What's included

  • 80+ inch TV
  • Integrated Video Conferencing System (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and more)
  • Large Conference table
  • Dedicated phone line with conference speaker
  • Mini fridge

Capacity

  • 12+ Seated

Pricing and Fees

  • Price: Please inquire for pricing
  • Operating Hours: Monday-Sunday | 7am-10pm

Features

When you rent at The Backdrop, you can expect:

10,000sf interior with 12,000sf adjoining outdoor space with flexible renting opportunities
Ample natural light and natural air circulation
Newly constructed space with high ceilings
Conference / celebration area perfect for larger events such as fundraisers, galas etc.
Seamless transition from interior to exterior
Accessible parking to easily accommodate bigger parties as well as larger buses and vehicles

Amenities

Modern amenities complete with surround sound and AV equipment
Lightweight, movable furniture
Outdoor courtyard and sensory garden access
A view of Sonoma County Sunsets
Access to a commercial kitchen (and approval to bring in catering services of your choice)
Collaborative spaces to connect, learn, or celebrate

Celebrating at the Backdrop

Come enjoy and feel at home at The Backdrop and treat it as you would your own - with love and respect.

No smoking allowed in or around the building.

We know that food brings people together. Food is allowed in most spaces and we ask that you please clean up after yourselves and treat the space with love and respect.

Plan accordingly to have your event be coming to a close by 10 pm.

We love music and dancing but we kindly ask for no music past 10pm.

Additional insurance is required for events hosting 500 or more people at any one time.

People Helping People

With your purchase, 100% of proceeds support Becoming Independent programs and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.To learn more about the life changing work happening at Becoming Independent, please visit: www.becomingindependent.org

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Our team is here to help you talk through any questions you may have and get you one step closer to hosting your event.

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