San Quentin Events – Event Venue Hire in Sandton, Gauteng

Exclusive Venues at San Quentin Events

Escape the ordinary and step into a world of limitless possibilities with our two exclusive venues, nestled between Lonehill and Kyalami at Prison Break Market. These one-of-a-kind spaces are designed to break free from tradition, allowing you to host launches, conferences, live performances and shows in surroundings that spark imagination and inspire creativity.

Bespoke Dining & Catering Flexibility

Each venue features a fully equipped prep kitchen, giving you the freedom to engage external caterers for a truly bespoke dining experience. Whether you prefer a plated meal with curated courses or wondering canopies drifting among your guests, our kitchens ensure seamless execution. This flexibility allows you to tailor menus completely to your theme and style, delivering a luxurious culinary journey.

A Canvas for Your Vision

Presented as versatile blank slates, our venues invite complete personalisation. Transform the space into:

• A sleek conference centre tailored for keynote sessions and breakout areas

• An elegant wedding reception with custom draping and floral installations

• A dynamic live show arena complete with staging, professional lighting and rigging

• An immersive product launch venue equipped with projection screens and VIP lounges

With flexible floor plans and seamless integration of staging, audio-visual and décor, these spaces become the perfect backdrop for any concept.

San Quentin Venue: Size & Capacity

San Quentin spans 540 square metres and can accommodate between 600 and 800 guests, depending on your chosen layout and seating configuration. As an empty shell, it offers unparalleled freedom to realise your event design—whether you require theatre-style seating, banquet round tables or open-plan networking zones.

Location & Ambience

Situated in the north of Johannesburg at Prison Break Market, our venues combine a unique architectural design with a sensational view of the Sandton skyline. Despite being moments from the city’s energy, the setting maintains an atmosphere of escape and discovery, ensuring your event feels both intimate and grand.

Comprehensive Turnkey Service

At San Quentin Events, we specialise in crafting flawless occasions by providing a truly turnkey service from concept to completion:

1. Initial Consultation & Ideation – Collaborative workshops to clarify objectives, creative direction and technical requirements. From venue walkthroughs to concept boards, we craft a roadmap aligned with your vision.

2. Technical Support – Expert setup for sound, lighting, staging and AV integration, calibrated by our technicians for optimum clarity and impact.

3. Decor & Styling – Bespoke styling solutions that bring your theme to life, including draping, lighting accents and furniture layouts in partnership with trusted decorators.

4. Catering Coordination – Smooth liaison with caterers, leveraging our prep kitchen for impeccable food presentation and service—whether plated meals or wondering canopies.

5. On-Site Management – Dedicated event specialists oversee logistics, installation and real-time troubleshooting, maintaining clear communication so you can focus on hosting.

6. Efficient Pack-Down & Restoration – Rapid disassembly and site reset, leaving the venue pristine for its next engagement, complete with waste removal and final inspections.

Key Features

Below are some of the standout facilities that make San Quentin a truly adaptable and guest-friendly venue:

Accessibility & Comfort

Guests arrive via sliding barn doors and multiple access points, with reserved parking and clearly marked handicapped bays adjacent to the building. Inside, you’ll find eight unisex washrooms, five men’s urinals and a fully accessible bathroom to accommodate all needs. A dedicated smokers’ patio offers a safe outdoor retreat, and our animal-friendly policy welcomes well-behaved working pets.

Amenities & Facilities

San Quentin hosts a fixed local bar primed for bespoke beverage service and a chef’s prep kitchen equipped with three-phase power and a covered outdoor chef patio. Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the venue for seamless streaming, presentations and guest engagement.

Technical Infrastructure

Our front-of-house AV area with three-phase power facilitates reliable performance for sound, lighting and visual equipment. Pre-installed 14 LED static lights, rigging points for Bedouin tents and draping poles along every wall provide a robust framework for décor and effects. An evenly distributed 600 kg rigging capacity ensures safety and stability for all suspended elements.

Branding & Advertising

Maximise visibility with prime front-of-venue branding opportunities, ideal for sponsor logos and thematic signage. In addition, on-site public event advertising options allow you to reach Prison Break Market’s visitors, drawing in passers-by and creating buzz around your gathering.

Crafting Exceptional Stories

Redefine what it means to host an event with our exceptional venues at Prison Break Market. From the first spark of inspiration to the final curtain, we collaborate with you to deliver a seamless, unforgettable occasion. Contact San Quentin Events today to begin crafting your next extraordinary chapter—one story at a time.