THE RIGHT VENUE FOR THE RIGHT BRAND
Event Venue & Filming Location
Rates in Los Angeles
We don't work from a rate card. Every quote is built around the specifics of your project — the venue, the season, the duration, and the nature of the production.
The Buttercup Approach to Pricing
A feature film, a commercial shoot, a public-facing brand activation, and an invite-only event each have a different impact on the property, so each is priced accordingly. Our goal is a clear, comprehensive estimate that fits your budget and creative ambition, with no hidden fees and no surprises.
How our pricing works
Our Los Angeles filming rates and event venue pricing are built per project — see the full cost breakdown with real worked examples in our 2026 cost guide. We book full-day and multi-day use only. No hourly rates. For bookings of two weeks or more, we offer customized long-term pricing packages.
01 — Events
Events & Brand Activations
Ideal for pop-ups, product launches, corporate events, and brand experiences. Rates based on a 14-hour event day and 12-hour prep/post day.
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Event Days (14 hours)
$15,000 – $75,000 / day
Prep & Post Days (12 hours)
$7,500 – $37,500 / day
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Site Representative (14 hours)
$1,000 / day
Property Manager (required at select venues)
$750 / day
House Operatives (6-hour minimum; 2–4 operatives typically required based on event details)
$100 / hour, each
Base Electric (standard household outlets and HVAC; mainframe tie-in not included)
$250+ / day
Post-Event Cleaning (final price depends on property and impact)
$750+
02 — Filming & Photo
Filming & Photo Shoots
Designed for commercials, television, feature films, and photo shoots. Rates based on a 12–14-hour shoot day and 10–12-hour prep/post day.
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Shoot Days (12–14 hours)
$10,000 – $60,000 / day
Prep & Post Days (10–12 hours)
$5,000 – $30,000 / day
Prelight & Rehearsal Days (10–12 hours)
$7,500 – $45,000 / day
Hold Days
$2,500 – $15,000 / day
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Site Representative (12 hours; a second Site Rep is required for cast and crew over 60 people)
$750 / day
Property Manager (required at select venues)
$750 / 12-hour day
Base Electric (standard household outlets and HVAC; mainframe tie-in not included)
$250 / day
Post-Shoot Cleaning (final price depends on property and impact)
$500
CUSTOMIZABLE ADD-ONS & SERVICES
The following are coordinated and quoted separately based on your project's specific needs.
Electric tie-in to mainframe
Dumpster rental and removal
Parking and valet services
Pre-event or pre-shoot cleaning
On-site day porters
Additional site visits or tech scouts
Event and overnight security
High-speed internet access
Exterior signage
Frequently Asked Questions
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Brands, agencies, production companies, studios and networks — on commercial work. That means brand activations, product launches, pop-ups, corporate events, commercials, television, film and photo. We do not book weddings, anniversaries, birthday parties or hourly rentals.
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Event venue rental generally runs $15,000 to $75,000 per event day, with prep and post days at $7,500 to $37,500, plus site reps, operatives, electric, and cleaning. Your final quote depends on the venue and the impact of your program.
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No. We book full-day and multi-day use only. For bookings of two weeks or more, we offer customized long-term pricing packages.
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Los Angeles filming rates typically run $10,000 to $60,000 per shoot day depending on the property, with prep and strike days billed lower. Rates vary by venue, season, duration, and production type — a photo shoot books very differently from a commercial, TV show, or feature film.
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Because no two projects are alike. The right price depends on the specific venue, the season, the length of the booking, and whether it's a low-impact photo shoot or a full production. We build every quote around your actual project so you're not paying for a one-size-fits-all number.
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Cost scales with production impact. A photo shoot is the lowest-impact use, followed by commercials, then television, with feature films at the top — larger crews, more equipment, and longer holds all raise the rate. Tell us your production type and we'll quote accordingly.
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