Event Rentals | Mingei International Museum

Located in the heart of Balboa Park, Mingei International Museum celebrates human creativity through folk art, craft, and design. From balconies overlooking Balboa Park to an intimate Courtyard, the Museum offers a wide variety of environments for a unique experience.

Wedding Ceremony in Neeley Courtyard | The Shalom Imaginative
Reception in Margaret A. Cargill (MAC) Commons | The Shalom Imaginative
San Diego Design Week Conference in La Atalaya Theater
Lecture in Frances Hamilton White Art Library
Craft Event on Smoyer-Dickinson Terrace
Reception in Margaret A. Cargill (MAC) Commons | The Shalom Imaginative
Exhibition Reception in La Atalaya Theater
Portraits in Francis Hamilton White Art Library | Joy Portinga Photography

Mingei's award-winning building, designed by architect Jennifer Luce of LUCE et studio, offers three levels of breathtaking architectural surprises and commissioned artworks. Make your important gatherings or special moments shine in incredible event spaces within this historic building.

Our Spaces

Host an Unforgettable Event at Mingei

Our spaces are uniquely designed to uplift the art of the people, including every milestone and moment that we share together. When you craft an event at Mingei, you set the scene for a gathering full of inspiration, beauty, and impact.

Mingei is the perfect venue for the following events and so much more!

  • Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions
  • Birthday Parties
  • Business Conferences
  • Corporate Retreats
  • Craft / Makers Markets
  • Film Screenings
  • Lectures
  • Quinceañeras
ARTIFACT at Mingei

Beverages and Catering

ARTIFACT is also home to Urban Kitchen Catering, the Museum's preferred caterer and exclusive on-site bar service. Clients must contract with Urban Kitchen Catering at Mingei for bar service if alcohol will be served at their event.

Additional approved caterers available upon request.

Share Your Vision With Us

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For further information about renting a space at Mingei contact our events team at events@mingei.org or call 619-331-3565.