A Historic San Diego Setting for an Unforgettable Holiday Celebration
Celebrate the season inside one of San Diego’s most distinctive historic venues. The Historic Abbey on Fifth offers a refined, atmospheric setting for company holiday parties, client appreciation events, festive dinners, cocktail receptions, and private year-end celebrations. Whether you are planning an elegant seated dinner, a lively cocktail-style gathering, or a polished corporate celebration, our team can help you create a holiday event that feels seamless, memorable, and beautifully hosted.
A Landmark Setting
Give your guests the rare experience of celebrating inside a historic San Diego venue with architectural beauty, atmosphere, and a true sense of occasion.
Elegant Event Flow
The Abbey can be styled for a range of holiday formats, from cocktail-style receptions to dinner celebrations, entertainment, dancing, speeches, awards, and client-hosted gatherings.
Hospitality-Forward Support
Our team can support your event with venue management, catering coordination, staffing, furnishings, and event-related services, depending on your needs.
A Polished Guest Experience
From arrival to final toast, The Abbey is designed to feel refined, warm, and celebratory, ideal for companies and hosts who want their guests to feel genuinely cared for.
Photo courtesy ABM Photogrpahy.
Perfect for Holiday Events of All Kinds
The Historic Abbey is a beautiful fit for:
- Corporate holiday parties
- Company end-of-year celebrations
- Nonprofit and donor celebrations
- Festive cocktail receptions
- Private holiday gatherings
- Awards dinners and seasonal galas
Whether your celebration is intimate and refined or lively and grand, The Abbey offers a setting that makes the evening feel special.
Holiday Packages
2026 & 2027 Pricing
| Reception | Dinner | Gala | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artisanal Cheese & Charcuterie | Included | Included | Included |
| Appetizers | Choice of 3 | - | Choice of 3 |
| Meal Service | - | 2 Entree Buffet | 3 Entree Buffet |
| Dessert Display | Mini - Choose 3 | Mini - Choose 3 | Premium - Choose 4 |
| Chairs | - | Chivari | Chivari |
| Non-Alcoholic Beverages | Included | Included | Included |
| Bar Service | Hosted Beer & Wine | Hosted Beer & Wine | Full Open Bar |
| Coffee, Water, & Tea | 3 Hours | 4 Hours | 5 Hours |
| Linens | House | House | Premium |
| Cleaning & Bussing | Included | Included | Included |
| Photo Booth | - | - | 5 Hours |
| Accent Lighting | - | - | Included |
| Day of Venue Management & Coordination | Included | Included | Included |
| Event Time | 4 Hours Plus Set Up | 5 Hours Plus Set Up | 6 Hours Plus Set Up |
| Per Person Price (Excluding Tax and 22% Administrative Fee) | $109 | $149 | $219 |
Our all-inclusive pricing is straightforward and transparent so you can relax and enjoy your engagement while The Abbey focuses on the details. Your price is comprised of the venue fee + Security Guard Fee + (Package Fee x Number of guests)
- $450 Security Guard fee for every 50 guests
- Prices do not include sales tax of 7.75%
- An administrative charge of 22% of the total of all items is added to all standard wedding packages
- Flexibility to add to packages and customize your experience to make your day perfect
Venue
Our venue fee includes:
- Entry Lobby
- Grand Hall
- Grand Hall Balcony
- Setup and Breakdown of Tables and Chairs
Venue Pricing:
- Monday – Thursday: $3,495
- Friday or Sunday: $7,495
- Saturday: $9,995
SPECIALS & LAST MINUTE DEALS
Be one of the first 5 Holiday parties to book and receive a $1,500 discount!
Inquire Today
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Give Us a Call
(619) 332-6182
Send Us an Email
events@thehistoricabbey.com
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2825 5th Ave. San Diego, CA 92103