Scripps Seaside Forum

Scripps Seaside Forum is a San Diego wedding venue located steps from La Jolla Shores, part of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, offering waterfront space for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and dinners. The venue features a customizable outdoor garden plaza, ocean views, and a multi-purpose auditorium with balcony; couples have held ceremonies and dinners on the grass next to the ocean. The building received an 'orchid' for its architecture from the San Diego Architectural Foundation at the 2009 Orchids & Onions Awards Ceremony, and a Merit Award from the American Institute of Architects-San Diego at their 50th anniversary design awards in June 2010. Located steps from La Jolla Shores in San Diego; several hotels within 5 miles include properties along La Jolla Shores Drive and North Torrey Pines Road. Reviewers frequently cite the ocean views, sunset backdrops, and the ability to customize the space; one couple noted dolphins joining during dinner, and a DJ who has worked 30-plus weddings there describes the outdoor area as ideal for ceremonies.