San Mateo County Event Center

Event Venue, Venues & Event Spaces, Party & Event Planning

1346 Saratoga Dr, San Mateo, CA 94403

About San Mateo County Event Center

San Mateo County Event Center is a large and clean venue, well-suited for various events such as tournaments and exhibitions. Visitors appreciate its spacious layout, making it easy to navigate. The restrooms are generally clean, which adds to the overall positive experience. However, many reviewers noted that more bathrooms would be beneficial, especially during busy events. Parking is available, but it comes at a price—around $18 for credit card transactions and $20 for cash, which some find steep. There are no in-and-out privileges, so visitors may need to pay again if they leave the lot. Some suggest alternative parking options, such as using the nearby CalTrain hillside station for more affordable all-day parking. While the venue offers food options, the quality is considered average and somewhat overpriced. Despite these minor drawbacks, San Mateo County Event Center is favored for its convenience and capacity to host large gatherings, making it a popular choice for community events like volleyball and basketball tournaments. Overall, the center provides a functional space, though visitors may need to plan for parking costs and food quality.

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  • May 2026

    The event center itself was very clean and perfect for the volleyball tournament we went too. Parking was expensive you couldn't leave or you'd have to pay again. That was the only thing I didn't like.

  • Mar 2026

    Please PLEASE PLLEEEEASSSE add water bottle filling stations.
    Please PLEASE PLLEEEEASSSE add water bottle filling stations.
    Please PLEASE PLLEEEEASSSE add water bottle filling stations.

    You host so many athletic events here, the water fountains barely work and make a huge mess. Otherwise the facility is fine, you do pay for parking and food, but that's pretty common at these venues.

  • Mar 2026

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Hours

Monday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Tuesday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Wednesday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Thursday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Friday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Saturday: ClosedSunday: Closed

Tips

accessible parking near entrance ada-compliant restroom accepts credit cards