Del Mar Fairgrounds

Corporate Events at Del Mar Fairgrounds in San Diego

Located 20 miles north of downtown San Diego in Del Mar, California, the Del Mar Fairgrounds provide a unique setting for even the most imaginative or elaborate corporate events. In its entirety, the Del Mar Fairgrounds offers over 200,000 square feet of combined event space and is home to 5 different buildings that offer a variety of one-of-a-kind event spaces. Covering 240 acres and offering gorgeous views of the Pacific ocean, the Del Mar Fairgrounds is the ideal event space for those looking to wow attendees.

The Del Mar Fairgrounds hosts nearly 350 events each year, including: the Del Mar National Horse Show, the San Diego County Fair, the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, and The Scream Zone. With 18,000 square feet of event space and a variety of private rooms, the Del Mar Arena & Arena Complex can accommodate small groups, as well as larger gatherings for thousands.

The Del Mar Fairgrounds is one of our favorite San Diego event venues, and our team of expert event managers have experience creating unique corporate programs in the unique venues within the grounds. We will work with you every step of the way, acting as your behind-the-scenes event partner, to assist you in the entire event planning process – from initial coordination and logistics to implementation, transportation, production, and dining. We get to know your company brand and event goals to ensure we produce a one-of-kind event experience your attendees will be talking about for years to come.

Its versatility is what makes the Del Mar Fairgrounds such a great choice for any type of special event. Whether you’re planning a corporate dinner or a company-wide meeting, Del Mar Fairgrounds has the right event space for your San Diego corporate event.

Del Mar Fairgrounds Event Spaces

Del Mar Arena (5,000 seated; 3,543 standing) – This versatile event space can accommodate trade shows, conferences, and large meetings, with grandstand seating for over 5,000 guests. It features several different event spaces that can be used together or separately to create a unique event experience for attendees.

Exhibition Spaces:

• O’Brien Hall – 68,000 theater seating; 4,100 classroom seating
• Exhibit Hall – 5,500 theater seating; 3,000 classroom seating
• Bing Crosby Hall – 3,500 theater seating; 2,200 classroom seating
• Wyland Center – 3,000 theater seating; 800 classroom seating
• Activity Center – 2,200 theater seating; 1,300 classroom seating
• Mission Tower – 1,200 theater seating

Private Event Spaces:

• Seabiscuit Skybox (120 seated; 200 standing)
• The Equus Skybox (180 seated; 250 standing)
• The Paddox Green (700 seated; 1,000 standing)
  Plaza de Mexico (800 seated; 1,000 standing)
• 17 Hands Pub (130 seated; 175 standing)
• Directors Dining Room (100 seated; 150 standing)
• The Veranda Cafe & Patio (150 seated; 300 standing)
• Paddock Sports Pub (120 seated; 175 standing)
• The Turf Club (250 seated; 350 standing)

As a top San Diego event management company, On The Scene is dedicated to producing innovative corporate event experiences for clients in a variety of industries.

If you’re interested in hosting your upcoming corporate event at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, contact us today to speak with one of our experienced event professionals!