General Information and Party Flows | Randall Museum General Information and Party Flows Important Info for Renters Common Questions Sample Party Flows Important Info for Renters The Randall Museum is open to the public 10am-5pm Tuesday through Saturday. During these times space availability is limited and shared spaces such as bathrooms and hallways will likely be busy. The Randall Museum is a public facility subject to noise ordinances. Amplified sound after 10pm is not allowed. There is no on-site storage; deliveries and set up must be made within the scheduled rental time frame. Renters will be responsible for trash removal after events, we cannot guarantee trash disposal for an event of any size. Alcohol may not be served at children’s events. A signed alcohol policy agreement is required to serve alcohol at adult events. Common Questions What is the payment and reservation policy? Payment of 50% of total rental fee plus $200 damage deposit must be paid within one week of booking. All payments are processed through the SF Rec and Park department, all renters will need to confirm or create a SF Rec and Park account before you book. What is the cancellation policy? Rental fees may be fully or partially refunded based on the cancellation timeline: Events cancelled over 1 month prior to the event will receive a full refund. Events cancelled between 2 weeks and 1 month prior to the event will receive a 50% refund of rental fees. Events cancelled less than 2 weeks prior to the event will not receive a refund of any rental fees. In all cases the damage deposit will be refunded. Are there additional fees? Rental permits specify cleaning and late exit fees if necessary. Can I have a kids birthday party with more than 30 kids? Yes! You can add the Vista Lawn to your children’s birthday rental for $400, which accommodates up to 150 guests of any age. Please note that our Art Room and Animal Room each fit a maximum of 20 kids at one time, so we’ll split kids into groups of 20 for activities. Depending on the total number of children, not all children may be able to participate in the art or animal activity. I’m looking to hold a private event with exclusive use of the museum, is this possible? Exclusive use packages are available during limited times. To learn more, please submit a rental inquiry. Please note: The museum is open to the public Tuesday–Saturday, 10 AM–5 PM, and regularly hosts classes and community groups during evenings and weekends. As a result, exclusive use availability is limited. Can I serve alcohol at my event? Alcohol may be served at Randall events, excluding children’s birthday parties or family events. Mixed drinks and liquor must always be served by a licensed bartender. Is there in house catering available? Cafe Josephine serves fresh and seasonal meals and snacks at the Randall Museum and can cater your private event. Reach out to inquire about catering via their website or ask our rentals team to connect you. Outside caterers are welcome; we charge a $200 fee for these events with more than 20 people. What audiovisual equipment is available? In the theater, all rentals include one general stage light look, two wired microphones with stands, an onstage projection screen, and projector. More advanced requirements will need to be arranged through an external provider. For events outside the theater, a portable speaker system with up to four microphones is available for rent. More advanced AV requirements may need to be arranged through an external provider. Can I play music late into the night? The Randall Museum is a public facility subject to noise ordinances. Amplified sound after 10pm is not allowed. What clean up am I responsible for? All events are required to haul out trash and make sure that floors, counters, and other surfaces are left clean. Cleanup typically includes bagging and removing trash, sweeping floors, and wiping down tables. A Visitor Services staff member will verify that the space has been left clean and undamaged. If not, a 10% additional cleaning fee will be charged. Sample Party and Event Flows Sample Children’s Birthday Experience Flows: Animal Explorers: 9-10am Party Setup 10am-12pm Party Time 10:30-11:15am Animal Presentation 11:15am-12pm Animal Room open for kids with adults to explore 12-1pm Clean Up Creative Critters: 2-3pm Party Set Up 3-5pm Party Time 3:30-4:30pm Art Activity 5-6pm Clean Up Wild Artists: 9-10am Party Setup 10am-12pm Party Time 10am Animal Room open for kids with adults to explore 10:30-11am Group 1 Animal Presentation and Group 2 Art Activity 11:15-11:45am Group 1 Art Activity and Group 2 Animal Presentation 12-1pm Clean Up Sample Special Event Flow: 4-6pm Load In and Set Up Public spaces such as the lobby and lower level cannot be set up for events until the museum closes at 5pm. 6-11pm Event Time 11-1am Clean Up and Load Out Children’s Birthday Experiences Hosting your child’s birthday celebration at the Randall is an unforgettable experience. Our museum instructors lead special engaging activities, our Buckley Room party space has beautiful views, and we have ample parking for your guests. Special Events and Meetings The Randall Museum is a unique venue for small to mid sized gatherings, celebrations, and meetings. Extensive grounds, spectacular city views, unique indoor exhibits, well equipped meeting rooms, and onsite parking. The entire facility is ADA compliant. Contact For direct assistant, email rentals@randallmuseum.org or call (415) 554-9602 Special Events and Meetings The Randall Museum is a unique, ADA compliant, special event venue for small to mid-sized weddings, gatherings, celebrations, and meetings. Children’s Birthday Experiences Choose your adventure: reserve an Art or Animal Birthday Party at the Randall Museum to give your child and their friends a memorable celebration. Space Rentals The Randall Museum’s stunning vistas and natural surroundings make it a memorable venue for birthdays, weddings, community and business events. We offer unique Children’s Birthday experiences, featuring fun & educational art and animal activities. Subscribe To Our Newsletter Receive program updates, breaking news and more. You can unsubscribe at any time. You have Successfully Subscribed! Pin It on Pinterest