Lobby Dance Floor
A warm, welcoming community gathering space featuring art gallery walls, natural light, and relaxed seating — ideal for receptions, mixers, and acoustic pop-ups.
Features & Amenities
Lobby Dance Floor Features & Amenities100 Guests
Warm social setting for receptions, mixers & community pop-ups
1,000 Sq. Ft.
Sunlit front-of-house lounge and exhibition space
Rotating Gallery Walls
Curated monthly exhibitions showcasing regional visual artists
Welcome Desk & Concessions Bar
Front-of-house greeting counter, ticket check-in station & beverage concessions setup area
Hi-Fi Ambient Sound
Background music via Bluetooth & microphone support for talks & toasts
Decorative PAR Lights
Warm ambient illumination and architectural accent uplighting
155 S. River St. Entrance
Direct street entrance in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz
HVAC Climate Control
Comfortable climate-controlled gallery environment year-round
All-Gender ADA Restrooms
Street-level entry with ADA-compliant restrooms
50% Mission Forward Rate
Affordable downtown reception space for community organizing & arts gatherings
Check Availability & Rates
View our live calendar schedule below or submit an inquiry to reserve your dates
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Community-Centered Pricing
Rental Rates
Transparent rates with no hidden fees. Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits and mission-aligned community projects automatically qualify for our 50% Mission Forward rate.
Weekday
Monday - Thursday
Day Rate covers up to 8 Hours
Beyond 8 hours standard hourly rates apply
Minimum 3 hrs including set-up/break-down
Weekend
Friday - Sunday
Discounts Available
Only the highest possible discount applies - Impacts Rent only
Available based on program
Rehearsals | 25% off
Assuming no ticketing
Bulk Day Discount | 2+ Days: 5% - 4+ Days: 10% - 8+ Days: 20%
Sound, Lights & Projection
Tech & Production Packages
From plug-and-play acoustic sound to full theatrical lighting design and dedicated technicians, we support your production from rehearsal to curtain call.
Microphones
$50Included Equipment
1-2 Mics,
Mixer
Stands
Mic Setup Assistance
Projector
$150Included Equipment
Lobby Projector
Up to 3 Hours
Sound system connected to the projector
Level Up
$200Included Equipment
Lobby BlueTooth & Setup Assistance
1-2 Mics, stands, & Mic Setup Assistance
Wireless mic set up
Decorative Lighting (up to 4 floor & table-mounted par lights)
Custom Production Enhancements
Add-On Equipment & Staffing
Extra Tech Time: $75 / hour
Concessions Bar Setup: Inquire with event coordinator
Weekend Availability: Add to Small or Large Theater bookings at the weekday rate
Live Availability & Events
What's On in the Lobby Dance Floor
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Visual Tour
Inside the Lobby Dance Floor
A look at the space set up for dance rehearsals, audience seating, theatrical lighting, and community events.
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Ready to Bring Your Event to Life?
We welcome artists, dancers, non-profits, independent producers, and community organizations. Dive in with our rental team to reserve dates, customize tech packages, or apply for our 50% Mission Forward rate.