Question 1

Where is Gather located?

Accepted Answer

1347 Locust St in downtown Walnut Creek, CA — three minutes from BART, freeway-accessible from the entire East Bay.

Question 2

What's the maximum capacity?

Accepted Answer

Up to 50 guests seated. Cocktail-style events can push slightly higher using the patio.

Question 3

How big is the space?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 2,000 sq ft of total usable event space, including the indoor hall and private outdoor patio.

Question 4

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Multiple public garages within a 2-minute walk; street parking on Locust and adjacent streets.

Question 5

Is the venue accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes — ground-floor entry, ADA-accessible restrooms, step-free throughout.

Question 6

How do I check availability and tour?

Accepted Answer

Click "Request a tour" anywhere on the site. We'll respond within one business day.

Question 7

What's the retainer?

Accepted Answer

A 50% retainer secures your date. The balance is due 30 days before the event.

Question 8

Do you offer payment plans?

Accepted Answer

Yes — any package over $3,000 can be split into milestones leading up to the event.

Question 9

What's your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Deposits are non-refundable but can be applied to a rescheduled date within 12 months. Full T&Cs in your contract.

Question 10

Are you open-vendor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bring your own caterer, florist, photographer, DJ. We have partner recommendations if you'd like them.

Question 11

Can we serve alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Yes — must be served by a certified, insured bartender. We can provide bar service or recommend partners.

Question 12

Is there a kitchen?

Accepted Answer

A small prep area with fridge and counter. Best for cold/ambient food and quick reheats.

Question 13

Can we bring our own decor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Light wall mounts and freestanding installs are fine — your venue manager will walk you through what works.

Question 14

How long before the event can we set up?

Accepted Answer

All time reserved at Gather is billed, including setup and breakdown. For a DIY event, we recommend booking your rental to start at least 1 hour before your event so you can decorate. For simple breakdowns, we recommend 30 minutes minimum; vendor-heavy teardowns often need 1 to 2 hours. Full timing example on our What’s Included page.

Question 15

What's included with every booking?

Accepted Answer

Indoor space, outdoor patio, on-site venue manager(s), tables, chairs, and in-house Sonos speakers for Spotify-based background music. See What’s Included for the full scope of what Gather handles vs. what you take home.

Question 16

Until what time can events run?

Accepted Answer

Most events end by 11pm to keep the neighborhood happy. Talk to us if you need a later end time.

Question 17

Do you handle cleanup?

Accepted Answer

Gather handles trash, garbage, disposal of one-use items (signage, single-use props), and reset of tables, chairs, and floor. You handle packing any reusable decor, gifts, personal items, and any food you want to take home. See What’s Included for the full breakdown.

Everything you might want to know.

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Vendors, food & alcohol

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