Signal Hill, CA

Hilltop Park Wedding Space

The City of Signal Hill rents the open grass wedding space at Hilltop Park, 2351 Dawson Avenue.

Sunset view over Hilltop Park and the Signal Hill monument
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Sunset view over Hilltop Park and the Signal Hill monument

Sunset view over Hilltop Park and the Signal Hill monument

Venue details

Starting price
$288Wedding grass area rentalResident · 3 hours · +$37 application fee and $123 refundable deposit
  • The City facility page lists the wedding grass space at $96 per hour for residents or $149 per hour for nonresidents, with a three-hour minimum and maximum.
  • That makes the resident space rental $288 before the $37 nonrefundable application fee and $123 refundable damage deposit.
  • A 2026 brochure instead says a four-hour maximum.
  • Confirm the controlling time limit and full charges with the City.
Guest capacity

Wedding grass area: up to 74 people (City conflict noted)

Included items
  • The wedding space is an open grass area. The 2026 application labels it “Adults only.” The City does not list included tables, chairs, a kitchen, or an indoor weather backup.
Payment and booking

The 2026 application accepts wedding ceremonies and receptions. Rental time includes setup and cleanup, with at least one hour reserved for cleanup. Applications are accepted from 15 days to six months before the event.

Venue rules

The 2026 City brochure prohibits alcohol, canopies, amplified music, and food vendors at the outdoor wedding space.

Before you book

Ask for a written quote for your date and guest count.

  • The current facility page says a three-hour minimum and maximum, while the 2026 brochure says four hours maximum. Confirm the permitted booking time.
  • The City pages give different maximums of 74 and 75 people. Confirm the permitted number before booking.
  • Confirm whether children may attend under the “Adults only” rule, eligibility for the resident rate, and charges beyond the listed application fee and deposit.
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