Padua Hills Theatre

The Padua Hills Theatre is a preeminent event location in Southern California. Nestled in the beautiful foothills above Claremont, the Padua Hills Theatre has a rich history of hosting special events and community-based programming.

To honor this legacy, the Padua Hills Theatre Community Use Program now reserves a limited number of dates each year for non-profit organizations interested in hosting community events at substantially reduced rates. This program offers a unique and exciting opportunity for non-profits to host events in an exquisite, historic setting.

Community Use Program

Applications for 2027 Padua Hills Theatre Community Use Dates are now open. Apply via the link below by 5pm on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

The Padua Hills Theatre Community Use Program offers a limited number of dates each year for non-profit organizations to host community events at significantly reduced rates. This program provides a rare opportunity to hold events in a stunning, historic setting, with each awarded organization receiving an event rental package valued at over $5,550.

Padua Hills Theatre Community Use Event Application

Application Process

The Community Use Committee reviews applications submitted each Spring for the following year. Approval is subject to Committee review, and due to high demand and limited availability, all applications must be completed and submitted online. Previous participation does not guarantee future dates.

To increase the chance of securing a date, please include alternate dates on your application. Community use dates are granted based on availability.