Meeting Space and Meditation Hall to Rent

The SFBC space is available to rent to non-profit groups for events compatible with Buddhist ethical guidelines, which are grounded in the principle of non-harm. Availability is mainly weekdays during the day, plus some Saturdays and Sunday afternoons. 

About the Space

• Located at 37 Bartlett St. near 21st and Valencia in the Mission district.
• The meditation hall (920 sq. ft.) has two skylights, wood floors and brick and white walls. It is a beautiful and peaceful room.
• Maximum seating capacity for 40 people on meditation cushions or 60 in folding chairs.
• About 20 chairs onsite, so large groups will need to rent additional chairs.
• In the meeting/reception room (1150 sq. ft.) there is a lounge area with couches and folding chairs
• Hot water urns, microwave, sink, and two restrooms.

Rates and Availability

The basic rate for 8 hours Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm is $150, plus a $50 cleanup fee if your group is unable to clean up after itself.  Small non-profit groups may apply for a lower rate.

We are occasionally available on Saturdays, 9am to 5pm (basic rate $250), and Sunday afternoons or evenings, ($150).  Weekday evenings are usually booked, though there are occasional openings in the Summer months.

Rental fees go toward the cost of operating this nonprofit public center.

Please email info@sfbuddhistcenter.org for latest information and rates.