Private and Corporate Event Rentals

An exterior picture of The Tech Interactive at night.

Consider The Tech Interactive when you want to host an unforgettable event!

The Interactive is a fantastic place for a large party: Three-levels can accommodate up to 2,500 guests on a large, adaptable floor plan. Plus we're located in the heart of Downtown San Jose, just steps away from public transit, the San Jose McEnery Convention Center and several major hotels.

The Interactive also has flexible spaces that make events of all sizes feel at home. You can reserve The Interactive lobby, exhibit galleries, IMAX Dome Theater or rooftop terrace, which features stunning views of downtown landmarks. Find the perfect space, or combination of spaces, for your next event or meeting at The Interactive.

Evening Event and Meeting Options

The Tech Interactive offers our full facility, as well as individual rooms and floors, for evening events.

Room capacities may vary upon event type and layout design.

Full Facility

Rent the entire Tech Interactive and get spectacular views of downtown San Jose’s dynamic, urban landscape from our Rooftop Terrace, access to 100+ hands-on exhibits, flexible event spaces, and skilled staff.

Max standing capacity 2,500

Upper Level

The Upper Level lends itself to intimate seated dinners and receptions.

Evening rentals only.
Hands-on activities.

Lower Level

The Lower Level is well suited for a variety of event formats including, large-scale seated dinners and presentations, and strolling receptions.

Evening rentals only.
Hands-on activities.

New Venture Hall/Lobby

A flexible space that is easily accessible on the ground level. Ideal for both daytime and evening events — everything from panel discussions to proms. This space can accommodate a dancefloor, arcade games, cocktail reception, and more.

IMAX Dome Theater

The most immersive theater experience lives at The Tech and can add an amazing dimension to your event.

Four-story screen
12,000+ watts of world-class sound design
280 seats
Expansive library of short documentaries, or work with our theater team to create your presentation or film-screening

Rooftop Terrace

The Interactive’s hidden gem, the Rooftop Terrace provides stunning views of downtown San Jose and immerses guests in its changing urban landscape. Space is ideal for small seated lunches or dinners, cocktail receptions, weddings, and more.

The Bowers Institute

Located around the corner from The Tech Interactive, The Bowers Institute offers built-in audiovisual systems that make this room a great option for your next offsite meeting or client presentation. The space can be set up in various ways and can accommodate up to 80 seated and 100 standing.

Daytime Meeting and Event Options

We are pleased to offer our Bowers Institute, IMAX Dome Theater, and New Venture Hall for daytime business meetings and events.

Room capacities may vary upon event type and layout design.

The Bowers Institute
Located around the corner from The Tech Interactive, The Bowers Institute offers built-in audiovisual systems perfect for your next offsite meeting or client presentation. This flexible space can accommodate up to 80 seated and 100 standing.

IMAX Dome Theater
Renovated in 2018, The Tech Interactive’s IMAX Dome Theater is home to the world’s first laser projector for an IMAX dome. It features a four-story hemispherical screen that puts you in the center of the action. The theater is an incredible canvas for any event and can be reserved exclusively for a performance, presentation or private film viewing. The IMAX can seat 280.

New Venture Hall
A fully customizable space with options for theater and classroom seating, New Venture Hall is ideal for daytime events including presentations, panel discussions, networking sessions and workshops. The Hall can fit up to 350 theater-style, 160 classroom, 250 at rounds, and 400 standing.

Group Greeting Room
Small meetings, breakout room.