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Spectacular!! Everything about The Ultimate Skybox exceeded our expectations. We booked this venue because the views are phenomenal and as... read moreSpectacular!! Everything about The Ultimate Skybox exceeded our expectations. We booked this venue because the views are phenomenal and as avid baseball fans this venue hit it out of the park. You get the most beautiful view of downtown, Petco Park and Coronado. You can't go wrong with having your wedding here. The flow of the venue was awesome. Some guests would hang outside by the firepit, some at the bar, and others on the dance floor so no matter where our guests were it felt like everyone was included in the fun. Our guests RAVED about our reception asking how we could have ever found such a cool venue in downtown and after months of having our wedding they still talk about our reception and how awesome it was. The Creative Affairs team was so easy to work with and best of all IT WAS ALL STRESS FREE!! We never once stressed about our reception and how it was going to go. Rachael was so wonderful to work with she really made sure I was at ease with the flow, decorations, set up and schedule that I never turned into a bridezilla... haha. We couldn't be happier with our wedding at The Ultimate Skybox. Thank you Creative Affairs for all of your hard work in making our wedding a day we will never forget. read less

We had our wedding in December at The Ultimate Skybox. Our wedding guest list was around 50 people and the... read moreWe had our wedding in December at The Ultimate Skybox. Our wedding guest list was around 50 people and the venue was perfect, it had a great vibe. The views were amazing and the staff did a great job. read less

Wow.Cannot believe I never did a review for this place. It's definitely the "Ultimate".We held our reception here and everyone... read moreWow.Cannot believe I never did a review for this place. It's definitely the "Ultimate".We held our reception here and everyone just RAVED about how spectacular the view was. Pili, is who we worked with to put it all together, was just such a doll. ! The vendors she suggested were excellent (Although not too fond with the Floral vendor we chose), other than that, it was a night that was unforgettable, and they make your special occasion an event of the year. Its costly but well worth it ! I can honestly say that no wedding we have been too since have ever topped the skybox! read less

I have been hosting an annual event at the Ultimate Skybox over the past 12 years. The staff is... read moreI have been hosting an annual event at the Ultimate Skybox over the past 12 years. The staff is great to work with and you get a stunning facility and view! read less

The Skybox is a wonderful place to have a party! We rented the space for a birthday celebration and... read moreThe Skybox is a wonderful place to have a party! We rented the space for a birthday celebration and it was the perfect space, with gorgeous views of downtown San Diego, an outdoor fireplace, a kitchen and bar for the catering team to utilize, monitors for slide shows and a state-of-the-art sound system. Our site liaison, Jessica, was a delight to work with. She was professional, courteous and punctual, the first to arrive and the last to leave on the day of the event. Would highly recommend the Skybox if you're looking for a special space to hold an event. read less

Had our wedding here 3/19/16.VIEW: Getting married? Do yourself a favor and just come check it out. The view is... read moreHad our wedding here 3/19/16.VIEW: Getting married? Do yourself a favor and just come check it out. The view is the best in San Diego, and it's a great way to wow guests right away. SPACE: The room itself is great, if a little board-roomish. To compensate for this, we hired a furniture company to come bring quirky funky chairs and couches, which more than compensated for it. Made it all a really great experience.We had our ceremony off-site because it felt a little awkward to have it there. It would've been fine, but I think it's better as just a reception venue if you can swing it. SERVICE: With the rental comes a day-of coordinator, assigned 3 months before the wedding itself. Ours was a charming young woman named Chauncey, who worked with us every step of the way, holding us to a checklist, asking us questions we didn't even know we needed to answer, and basically guiding us through the entire thing.We cannot say enough nice things about Chauncey, personally or professionally. I have no idea what kind of experience it would've been without her, and I shudder to even consider it. So much of the ease and flow of the entire day was because she was back there running the thing from start to finish. Couldn't have been better. read less

Had a company event here. Beautiful, very classy, great views especially on a clear night and if the Padres... read moreHad a company event here. Beautiful, very classy, great views especially on a clear night and if the Padres are playing...............you're in for a treat.the pic below left is your actual view from the box which is on the 15th floor in dead center field (in another building from the stadium) read less

This event space is a hidden gem in San Diego. My husband and I did a destination wedding in San... read moreThis event space is a hidden gem in San Diego. My husband and I did a destination wedding in San Diego and saw 10+ venues in a long weekend trip to nail down the big vendors. As soon as we walked in we knew this was the place. The indoor/outdoor feel, large floor to ceiling windows, outdoor fire place and views of Coronado Island and Petco park are just a few of the features we loved. The space is clean and modern. They have a full kitchen and built in bar. The space is BYOB for all vendors which helps a lot with the cost (there is a required catering and rentals list but its very extensive). The cost is a little higher than we wanted for a venue however with a wedding planner from Creative Affairs built into the price its easy to understand the value and did not cause us to think twice about choosing this space. You have the option of using the furniture on hand or bringing in your own rentals. Since we were having a traditional dinner with family style food, we only opted to only use the belly bar tables outside and outdoor lounge furniture they have on the patio. All their furniture is beautiful itself and we did not need to do any decorating outside of having a few candles. They also have a couple of sectional couches, 2 large 6 person farmer style tables and a few living room chairs. If you are looking to host a casual party of a business event, any of these pieces could be handy to use. We had just over 100 guests and I would say 20 more would have probably been pushing it a bit for a traditional wedding dinner but we would have made it work. With the indoor/outdoor space, you can push tables onto the patio if needed. I would also add the convenience of the parking garage in the building and the ability to cover the cost for guests if you would like. Our wedding was on a night there was no baseball game so it was a little cheaper. We provided transportation for most guests so parking costs were under $200 for all our guests who drove so we covered the cost. Consistent with other reviews here, its an amazing way to show your guests the city of San Diego. read less

If you're looking for a way to show off beautiful San Diego and go a bit against the grain on... read moreIf you're looking for a way to show off beautiful San Diego and go a bit against the grain on conventional venues, look no further. My husband and I knew this was our wedding venue the moment we stepped into the room. Forget your hotel ballrooms with no windows or generic garden gazebo. You don't even need to spend tons on decorations or lighting with the sweeping city lights and landscape all around you. The venue comes with, hands down, the best wedding coordinators in the business from Creative Affairs, a built in bar (you can bring your own spirits at no extra charge), security, and a list of preferred vendors for rentals and catering that you'd probably pick anyway they're so good. We still get genuine compliments from our wedding guests about how it was the best wedding and venue they'd been to and we were married in October 2016. Sunset pictures from this venue are to die for and unlike other wedding pictures you'll see. We truly had our dream wedding and day at The Ultimate Skybox. Our coordinator, Rachel, allowed us to show our out of town parents the venue on separate occasions before the big day, with no hassle at all. The pricing is upfront, and although maybe a bit higher than other venues, so worth it in the end as it really includes a lot, and allows you to just really enjoy the planning process and wedding day! read less

Attended a wedding here earlier this month, and it was a lot of fun! The venue has a sweeping view... read moreAttended a wedding here earlier this month, and it was a lot of fun! The venue has a sweeping view of the stadium (you can actually watch the game from the balcony) and the harbor. Gorgeous. There's a full bar, super clean bathrooms with lots of toiletry baskets, and even a small area for guestbook/photobooth/gift table settings. Really nice. There's even a warm fire place area outside for when it gets chillier at night. Loved the venue and had a great time! read less

Went to my friends wedding reception here and it was GORGEOUS!! The views are sick, multiple screens for viewing... read moreWent to my friends wedding reception here and it was GORGEOUS!! The views are sick, multiple screens for viewing slideshows, indoor/outdoor area, exquisite decorating...you get the idea! If i ever move back to SD, this is where I'm having my reception! Let me start saving my coins now! read less

I was really nervous about booking a venue where I had to find all my own vendors, but I had... read moreI was really nervous about booking a venue where I had to find all my own vendors, but I had to have this space! It was too perfect. And guess what? With their team of planners by your side, finding all your vendors and keeping them on track is super easy. The reception was so beautiful and everything went perfectly. Just book it, you will be so happy you did! read less

I have filmed a wedding ceremony and reception here. The property is scenic and is a perfect location for sunset... read moreI have filmed a wedding ceremony and reception here. The property is scenic and is a perfect location for sunset and city scape shots. The venue overlooks Petco Park. The space is very unique and provides a stunning backdrop for photos and video. The staff was also extremely helpful. jfvideography read less

We had the best experience having our wedding here on April 2, 2017. This was actually the first venue at... read moreWe had the best experience having our wedding here on April 2, 2017. This was actually the first venue at which we looked, and the only reason we didn't sign on right away was me saying "we cant go with the first place we see." But we found ourselves comparing every other space to this one, and we called them soon after to reserve the date. Everyone at Creative Affairs (which manages events at the venue) was fabulous and so willing to work with us at every twist and turn. Whenever we had a question or issue, the crew was willing to accommodate and make it work. And when the big day came, everyone commented on how beautiful the space is and what a wonderful event it was. We were grateful for the flexibility to bring in our own vendors, but that they had a list of preferred vendors. We ended up going with some of their preferred vendors and we were so glad they were familiar with the site, it made things so much easier. Overall, it was a magical experience and a perfect day. (This is the same review I posted on The Knot) read less

JULIA, WEDDING PLANNER FOR THE ULTIMATE SKYBOX, MADE MY DAY (FROM THE MOTHER OF THE BRIDE):Every detail was taken care... read moreJULIA, WEDDING PLANNER FOR THE ULTIMATE SKYBOX, MADE MY DAY (FROM THE MOTHER OF THE BRIDE):Every detail was taken care of to perfection at my daughter and son-in-law's reception. They chose the site and I could not have been more pleased. All I did was show up and have a good time and that I did!. When I stepped foot in the skybox, it took my breath away. I stopped in my tracks to take it all in. Photo enlargements of the newlyweds greeted us off of the elevator (a must do!!); the table setting was so pleasant and large windows show-cased views of downtown San Diego and beyond. Then I walked onto the balcony and fans were piling into Petco Stadium as the Padres had a game the same night. It could not have been better!Julia made this experience delightful! I would advise every couple to use the Skybox and to hire Julia!! I live in the Minneapolis, MN area and would have paid more for a venue than I did this in San Diego.Norma K. read less

We had the most amazing time there. We used it fir our wedding and worked with Rachael who is absolutely... read moreWe had the most amazing time there. We used it fir our wedding and worked with Rachael who is absolutely amazing. I couldn't have ask for a better experience. She made this perfect day wonderful. If I ever need a place like this for an event it will be our first choice. Rachael I wish there was something else I could say besides thank you. read less

This Place is STUNNING!! We had the opportunity of celebrating some friends of ours wedding reception up here in the... read moreThis Place is STUNNING!! We had the opportunity of celebrating some friends of ours wedding reception up here in the Ultimate Skybox in the Diamondview Tower. The views are unbelievable and the setup was gorgeous! Perfect views of Petco park, the San Diego skyline & the bay. They had a 12 foot long outdoor fireplace. They also had a security guy holding us down all night lol.. This is definitely an amazing place and if you ever get the chance to come up here don't skip out. If it wasn't so far for us, I would suggest this being where we have our reception.OOOOO5 out 5 Afros read less

WEDDING TIME!!!On top of San Diego, view of Petco Park when the Padres playing the SFGiants, and vows for the... read moreWEDDING TIME!!!On top of San Diego, view of Petco Park when the Padres playing the SFGiants, and vows for the "I DOs". VENUE: Perfect venue for the wedding. Amazing city views of San Diego. Great photos opps on a summer day in mid-July, spacious for a 150 count intimate wedding. Outdoor space, indoor floor, and a bar! Also, if you are having a wedding here guests get free parking downstairs - just mention the wedding.Loves it. read less

As a wedding officiant I see a lot of venues, but the Ultimate Skybox is one of a kind. ... read moreAs a wedding officiant I see a lot of venues, but the Ultimate Skybox is one of a kind. The staff is amazing. Chauncey and Pili were great and kept everything on time and running smoothly. The view was amazing and the experience was unforgettable. I work mostly in Orange County but I would come back to San Diego anytime to work with the folks at The Ultimate Skybox. read less

This venue is absolutely stunning! The views are phenomenal, and the Creative Affairs staff that runs it are super helpful... read moreThis venue is absolutely stunning! The views are phenomenal, and the Creative Affairs staff that runs it are super helpful and coordinated. Amanda and Stephanie helped us put together an amazing wedding here! If you have the opportunity to host an event at the Skybox, do it! It's worth it. read less

My now-husband and I picked The Ultimate Skybox as our wedding venue for November 2014. We scheduled a site... read moreMy now-husband and I picked The Ultimate Skybox as our wedding venue for November 2014. We scheduled a site viewing and were blown away by how beautiful the view was. Our contact, Pili, was wonderful at helping us pin down a date and with all the planning up to the day of our wedding. Pili, and the Creative Affairs team, really made our wedding what it was. She saw our vision and went with it. She was very easy going, yet detail-oriented. She was with us every step of the way, checking in often to ensure that everything was going as planned. Her guidance, and our day-of coordinator, Chauncey, were included in the price of the venue. We could not have been more happy with the outcome. We lucked out and had the most beautiful day, with a gorgeous sunset, for our vows. The team changed the room so quickly from our ceremony, to a station dinner set-up, including our first dance set up. This included candles (we provided), in a circle around the dance floor. It was so beautiful. Chauncey was always there for anything we needed. She made sure everything was on schedule, and coordinated with our DJ for songs/dances/toasts/etc. She was not intrusive, though. She only made it in one of our photos 🙂 At the end of the night, the pack-up was so quick. We were prepared to help out a little, but by the time 10 o'clock came, it was pretty much taken care of.Overall, the Skybox was the best place for us to get married. Our families and friends still talk about how flawless things were at our wedding. It's definitely a show-stopping venue and I highly recommend it! Thank you Ultimate Skybox!!! read less