First United Methodist Church of San Diego

Located in Mission Valley, the heart of San Diego’s city center, First United Methodist Church is both a house of worship and a trusted venue for meaningful gatherings. We are honored to provide a welcoming and versatile space for a wide range of events—from weddings, memorials, and worship services to concerts, business meetings, and community celebrations.

Our campus is thoughtfully designed to support gatherings of all kinds. The cathedral-style sanctuary, with its soaring architecture and exceptional acoustics, offers an awe-inspiring setting for services, performances, and large ceremonies. For more intimate moments, our chapel provides a peaceful space for smaller weddings, memorials, or prayer gatherings.

The warmth of our banquet hall makes it ideal for receptions, milestone celebrations, and community meals, while our flexible classrooms and meeting spaces are perfect for retreats, workshops, rehearsals, and educational events.

With over 250 complimentary parking spaces—including 21 ADA-accessible spots—your guests will enjoy easy and convenient access to our facilities.

To support the needs of modern events, we offer turnkey technology solutions including livestreaming, high-quality sound systems, video projection, flat-screen monitors, and recording capabilities. Whether your gathering is in-person, virtual, or hybrid, our professional A/V team is ready to assist in bringing your vision to life.

Our commercial-grade kitchen is available to accommodate catering teams or self-hosted meals, providing a reliable space for food prep, staging, and service.

As a faith-based organization rooted in hospitality, First United Methodist Church is proud to serve the wider San Diego community. We regularly host weddings, memorial services, concerts, trade shows, health fairs, lectures, and artistic performances—all while remaining grounded in our mission to offer community care, connection, and sacred space to all.

We invite you to explore our campus and discover how First Church can support your next gathering—spiritual or celebratory, reverent or joyful. Let us help bring your event to life with grace, purpose, and hospitality.