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Est. 2005 • Southern California

Southern California bartending and event staff for unforgettable private events

Professional bartenders, servers, bar setup, and event support for weddings, private parties, and corporate events across Southern California.

Professional bartender serving guests at a Southern California private event
2005
Founded in 2005
SoCal
Southern California Service
SD & LA
San Diego and Los Angeles
100%
Professional Event Staff
The KBS Approach

Event service without the stress

KBS helps hosts create smoother events with professional bartenders, servers, bar setup, beverage service, and event support. Whether you are planning a wedding, private celebration, corporate event, or special gathering, our goal is simple: help your guests feel taken care of while you enjoy the event.

Mobile Bartending

Professional bartenders, bar setup guidance, and guest-focused beverage service.

Event Staffing

Servers and event support staff to help your celebration run smoothly.

Weddings

Bar service, reception support, and day-of hospitality help for wedding celebrations.

Corporate and Private Events

Professional support for company gatherings, private parties, fundraisers, and special events.

What We Can Provide

A better bar experience for your guests

From bartenders and bar setup to beverage stations and event support, KBS helps match the right services to the needs of your event.

  • Professional Bartenders
  • Complete Bar Setup
  • Portable Bar Options
  • Coffee Station
  • Beverage Station
  • Ice and Supplies
  • Glassware Upgrade Options
  • Event Support Options
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Premium mobile bar setup for a Southern California event
Tailored Offerings

Built for Southern California celebrations

Every event is unique. We adapt our service, presentation style, and pacing to match the tone and needs of your celebration.

Wedding bar service

Wedding Receptions

Bar Service • Guest Support

Weddings

Custom beverage service, professional bartenders, and hospitality support for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions.

Private party bar service

Private Parties

Friendly Staff • Smooth Service

Private Parties

Bartending and event support for birthdays, anniversaries, backyard gatherings, holiday parties, and milestone celebrations.

Corporate event bartending

Corporate Events

Professional Staff • Clean Setup

Corporate Events

Professional bar service and event staff for company parties, launches, mixers, galas, and client-facing events.

Serving San Diego and Los Angeles

Southern California event support with San Diego roots

KBS began in San Diego and has served events across Southern California for nearly two decades. Today, San Diego remains the home market, with Los Angeles as a major service area for weddings, private parties, and corporate events.

Home Market

San Diego

The original home market for KBS, serving weddings, private parties, corporate gatherings, backyard events, and special celebrations.

Expansion Region

Los Angeles

A major KBS market for upscale private events, weddings, corporate gatherings, entertainment events, and hospitality support.

The Process

How the KBS experience works

Planning event service should not feel complicated. Our process keeps things clear from the first quote request to event day.

01

Tell us about your event

Share your date, location, guest count, event type, and the kind of support you need.

02

We recommend the right support

The KBS team reviews your details and helps match services to your event.

03

Our team arrives prepared

Your bartenders and event staff arrive ready to support the flow of the day.

04

You enjoy your event

You stay focused on your guests while the KBS team helps handle the service.

Wedding hospitality support
Dedicated Wedding Services

Wedding bar service and day-of support

Weddings need calm, organized service. KBS supports couples with bartending, beverage stations, reception support, setup assistance, and day-of hospitality help so the celebration feels smoother from start to finish.

  • Bartending
  • Professional Servers
  • Beverage Stations
  • Reception Support
  • Vendor Communication
  • Setup Assistance
  • Ceremony and Reception Coordination
  • Day-Of Support Options
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Full Service Partnerships

More than bartending

KBS can help connect the right support around your event when available. Ask about add-on services, vendor options, and event support during your quote request.

Appetizers and Small Bites

Sophisticated starters tailored to your gathering.

Taco Catering

High-quality local Mexican catering setups.

DJ and Entertainment

Premium sound, curation, and atmospheric design.

Photo Booth

Professional capture setups for guest keepsakes.

Rentals and Linens

Aesthetic tables, chairs, glassware, and cloths.

Preferred Vendors

Curated access to Southern California's finest operators.

Availability and pricing are confirmed through a custom quote.

Testimonials

Trusted by clients who want their event handled right

Clients choose KBS because Kevin and the team bring professionalism, warmth, and dependable service to private events, weddings, and corporate gatherings.

The guests were amazed with the service.

Vineet U.

Kevin and his team went above and beyond what I expected.

Zoya J.

This is the type of small business locals should support.

Mike J.
Kevin Thornton, founder of Kevin’s Bartending & Event Services
Founder-Led Since 2005

Founder-led. Team-supported. Built for better events.

Kevin Thornton founded KBS in Southern California in 2005 after years of real hospitality, bartending, restaurant, and event service experience. Today, Kevin leads a small professional team focused on reliable service, smooth event flow, and helping clients create better memories with less stress.

Our Story
Custom Experience

Request Your Event Quote

Tell us what you are planning and Kevin and the KBS team will review your event details and follow up with next steps.

Every event is different. Share as much detail as you can so our team can understand your needs and recommend the right support.