Private Event Venue in Nevada County, CA
Celebrate, Gather & Make It Your Own
Looking for a beautiful place to gather in Nevada County? Rough & Ready Vineyards offers a relaxed outdoor setting for birthdays, anniversaries, family reunions, celebrations of life, corporate gatherings, nonprofit fundraisers and other special events.
Located just minutes from Grass Valley and Nevada City, our 16-acre vineyard property in the Sierra Nevada Foothills gives you room to gather, beautiful surroundings and the flexibility to create an event that feels like your own.
Planning a Wedding?
You've found our private events page. Weddings at Rough & Ready Vineyards include additional time, amenities and wedding-specific services.
Private Event Venue Rental
Starting at $1,000
Your private event rental includes tables and chairs for your guests, use of the event space during your reserved time and an on-site Venue Host.
Our private event pricing is designed for gatherings that do not require the extended access, ceremony setup, wedding-specific amenities and additional services included with our wedding packages.
A Private Event Venue You Can Make Your Own
One of the many things guests love about Rough & Ready Vineyards is flexibility. You aren't locked into a list of specific vendors. Choose the food, entertainment and other professionals that fit your event, your style and your budget.
Your event rental includes:
- Tables and chairs
- Freedom to choose your own vendors, including catering
- An on-site Venue Host
- One Final Details Meeting
- On-site guest parking, including ADA parking
- Two spacious restrooms with full-length mirrors
Why Choose Rough & Ready Vineyards for Your Event?
Your event gets more than a place to set up tables.
Guests can enjoy the vineyard, bistro lighting, heritage oak trees and open-air setting while you have the freedom to create the kind of gathering you envision. With on-site parking, tables and chairs, a Venue Host and only one event hosted per day, many of the practical details are already taken care of.
And with the beautiful property as your backdrop, you don't have to do much to make the setting feel special and unique to your gathering.
Private Events, Celebrations & Gatherings
Rough & Ready Vineyards provides a beautiful setting for all kinds of gatherings, including:
- Birthday parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family reunions
- Bridal and baby showers
- Retirement parties
- Graduation celebrations
- Celebrations of life
- Corporate gatherings
- Family and community gatherings
Have something different in mind? Tell us what you're planning. We'd be happy to talk with you about whether the vineyard is a good fit.
A Nevada County Venue for Nonprofit Fundraisers
We love opening Rough & Ready Vineyards to organizations doing good both in our local county and around the world.
Our outdoor setting works especially well for nonprofit fundraisers, donor events, benefit dinners, auctions and other charitable gatherings. The vineyard gives you room to create an event that feels special without being overly formal.
Bring in the caterer, entertainment and other vendors that work for your organization, and use the space in a way that fits your event and fundraising goals.
If you're planning a nonprofit fundraiser in Nevada County, contact us about your event. We'd love to hear about your organization and what you're planning.
Add What You Need
Every event is different, so you don't have to pay for extras you don't need.
Optional rentals and services are available to make planning easier, including:
- Table linens, runners and cloth napkins
- China and glassware
- Décor and accent tables
- Venue bartending services
Keep your gathering simple or add the details that make it feel completely your own.
An Outdoor Event Venue Near Grass Valley & Nevada City
If you're searching for an event venue near Grass Valley or Nevada City but don't want your gathering confined to a hall or ballroom, Rough & Ready Vineyards offers something different.
Our 16-acre property combines vineyard views, heritage oak trees and open space with the practical amenities you need to host your guests comfortably.
We're located just off Highway 20 in Rough and Ready, California, in the beautiful Sierra Nevada Foothills and just minutes from Grass Valley and Nevada City.
Private event rentals start at $1,000.
You can also call or text our team at (530) 432-7375 for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent Rough & Ready Vineyards for a private event?
Private event venue rental starts at $1,000. Optional rentals and services can be added depending on what you need for your event. Contact us with a few details about your gathering and we'll help you determine the right options.
What types of private events can you host?
We host birthday parties, anniversaries, showers, family reunions, retirement and graduation celebrations, celebrations of life, corporate gatherings, nonprofit fundraisers and many other private and community events.
Do you host nonprofit fundraisers?
Yes. We love hosting nonprofit organizations and community causes. The vineyard can accommodate fundraisers, benefit dinners, donor gatherings, auctions and other charitable events. Contact us to tell us about your organization and what you're planning.
Can we choose our own caterer?
Yes. We believe in vendor freedom, so you can choose the caterer and other vendors that work best for your event.
Is Rough & Ready Vineyards close to Grass Valley and Nevada City?
Yes. Rough & Ready Vineyards is located in Rough and Ready, California, in Nevada County, just minutes from both Grass Valley and Nevada City.
Is the venue indoors or outdoors?
Rough & Ready Vineyards is an outdoor event venue set on a 16-acre vineyard property in the Sierra Nevada Foothills.
Do you host weddings at the private event rate?
Private event pricing is designed for gatherings that do not require the extended access, ceremony setup, wedding-specific amenities and services included in our wedding packages. Please see our Wedding Packages for wedding pricing and inclusions.