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About San Mateo County Event Center

Welcome to the San Mateo County Event Center, a trusted, transaction-friendly venue hub on a 48-acre campus featuring expansive indoor exhibit space, multiple halls, and robust transportation access. Whether you’re planning a trade show, concert, conference, or community event, we’ve got you covered with practical seating details, abundant parking, easy transit options, and hand-picked affiliate recommendations for nearby hotels and dining.

Address and key access: main event parking entrance is at 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403. The Administration Office is located at 2495 S Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94403. The campus houses seven buildings with a combined indoor exhibit footprint exceeding 195,000 square feet, designed to accommodate large-scale gatherings and flexible layouts.

Parking is ample with three paved lots offering a total capacity around 4,000 vehicles. For events that require theatre-style seating, the Expo Hall supports up to 6,000 attendees, while banquet or conference setups can accommodate up to 10,000. Other spaces include Fiesta Hall (up to 3,000), Jockey Club (up to 801), Central Mall (1,000+), Event Pavilion (400 theatre / 250 banquet), and smaller capacities in Redwood Hall and Sequoia Hall. The Center is well-integrated with regional transit: Hillsdale Caltrain is within walking distance, and options include BART, Caltrain, and SamTrans. With direct freeway access, the venue is easy to reach from the wider Bay Area.

To enhance your visit, we’ve curated affiliate partner recommendations for nearby hotels and dining, helping you secure convenient stays and meals during your event. If you’re planning a specific date, check the event page for availability and booking details.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and addresses: main event parking entrance at 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403; Administration Office at 2495 S Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94403.
  • Campus and facilities: 48-acre campus with seven buildings and over 195,000 sq ft of indoor exhibit space.
  • Parking: three paved lots with total capacity around 4,000 vehicles.
  • Expo Hall capacity: up to 6,000 people theatre-style; 10,000 for banquet/conference settings.
  • Other halls: Fiesta Hall up to 3,000; Jockey Club up to 801; Central Mall 1,000+; Event Pavilion up to 400 theatre / 250 banquet; Redwood Hall and Sequoia Hall in the hundreds.
  • Transit and access: widely accessible by major freeways; Hillsdale Caltrain within walking distance; public transit options include BART, Caltrain, and SamTrans.
  • Nearby hotels: Residence Inn San Mateo (Winward Way); Courtyard Redwood City; SpringHill Suites Belmont-Redwood Shores.
  • Notable events: home of the San Mateo County Fair; historically hosted Maker Faire Bay Area.