Event Venues in Lake Tahoe, Nevada & California
July 27, 2009
Lake Tahoe is a pristine lake surrounded by a gorgeous landscape of mountains and forests. The twenty-two-mile long lake has beautiful blue water that makes for a popular swimming and boating location in the warm summer months. In the winter, the surrounding area offers great skiing destinations. More information about Lake Tahoe.
Affordable Tahoe Weddings
530-543-0154
1017 Carson Ave. #4, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Affordable Tahoe Weddings has a charming wedding chapel that can accommodate small weddings with up to ten people. Affordable Tahoe Weddings also organizes weddings of all sizes off site.
Almost Home Group Lodging
530-544-7736
532 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Almost Home Group Lodging rents large houses and can accommodate groups up to 160 people. The Manzanita Lodge will accommodate up to 60 people. The Mountain Home will accommodate up to 80 people and the Ponderosa House will accommodate up to 20 people. The rentals are ideal for all sorts of events including weddings, anniversaries, reunions, retreats and business functions.
Avalon Lodge
530-544-2285
4075 Manzanita, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
The Avalon has twenty lovely rooms including five with private spas. The entire motel can be rented for group events. The Avalon also has a private beach on the lake available for wedding ceremonies with up to 100 guests.
Beacon Bar and Grill
530-541-0630
1900 Jameson Beach Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
The Beacon Bar and Grill is located in Camp Richardson Resort and Marina. The lakeside restaurant has a deck for outdoor dining as well as the indoor dining room. The Beacon provides catering services for events at the restaurant and at the resort.
Bleu Wave
775-588-WAVE (9283)
325 Hwy 50, Roundhill, NV 89448
The Bleu Wave is a beautiful 1966 yacht that will accommodate up to 49 passengers. The yacht is 70’ long and includes climate controlled indoor facilities, a fully stocked bar with fireplace, two staterooms, a fly bridge, a party bow and restrooms. Wedding, wedding rehearsal and reception packages are available. The Bleu Wave is also available to rent for other events.
Cal Neva Resort Spa and Casino
800-233-5551
2 Stateline Road, Crystal Bay, NV
Cal Neva is located on the north shore of Lake Tahoe in Crystal Bay. The casino has 16,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space and can accommodate all sorts of events ranging from 25 to 500 guests. The Frank Sinatra Celebrity Showroom can accommodate 350 guests. The Indian Room can accommodate 250 guests. The California Room can accommodate 80 guests. The Nevada Room can accommodate 80 guests. The Sir Charles Room can accommodate 50 guests. The State Room can accommodate 40 guests and the Executive Board Room can accommodate 24 guests. Catering and overnight accommodations are available.
Camp Richardson Resort & Marina
530-541-1801
1900 Jameson Beach, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Camp Richardson Resort offers lodging, camping, boating, biking, beach going, lakeside dining, cross-country skiing and sleigh rides. The resort is minutes away from casinos and ski resorts. Camp Richardson can host groups of up to 350 people for all sorts of events including weddings, reunions, church groups and corporate retreats. The resort has indoor and outdoor event sites available.
Chapel of the Bells
530-544-1112
2700 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Chapel of the Bells offers weddings 24 hour a day, seven days a week, with an on call minister. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. The chapel seats up to 35 people. The garden gazebo seats 45 + people. The chapel has a reception area that will accommodate up to 50 people. Chapel of the Bells is also licensed to perform small off-site wedding ceremonies at exclusive forest service sites in Nevada and California.
Chart House
775-588-6276
392 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, NV
The Chart House restaurants offer dining with extraordinary waterfront locations. The Tahoe location is located Cliffside with spectacular views of the Lake Tahoe basin. The Tahoe Chart House has indoor and outdoor facilities for all sorts of events including weddings, receptions, and rehearsal dinners.
Chase’s Bar & Grill
530-544-9080
1901 Airport Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Chase’s Bar and Grill has multiple banquet rooms, intimate spaces, a sky deck and a private dining room to accommodate groups of up to 210 people. Chase’s is a great setting for weddings, receptions, reunions, parties, and corporate functions. Wedding and special event coordinators are available to help plan any events and customized menus can be created to fit any tastes.
Chateau at Incline Village
955 Fairway Boulevard, Incline Village, NV
The Chateau at Incline Village features massive stone pillars, vaulted timber ceilings and a spacious covered deck with lake and mountain views. The Chateau makes a great setting for all sorts of events with 5,200 square feet of flexible meeting and event space that can be divided into two rooms. The Grand Ballroom has stone fireplaces on either end. Portable bars, a dance floor and a stage are available for events. The Chateau also has an outdoor lawn site that is ideal for wedding ceremonies.
Cloud 9 Wedding Chapel and Value Inn Suites
530-544-3959
2659 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Cloud 9 Weddings is Tahoe’s largest full service wedding facility. Cloud 9 has two wedding chapels available. The Elegant Chapel will accommodate 15 people and the Large Chapel will accommodate 55. The reception room will accommodate 50 people. Cloud 9 also has an outdoor garden with gazebo that will accommodate up to 25 people. The Value Inn offers affordable overnight accommodations for guests. A honeymoon suite with a fireplace and heart shaped Jacuzzi is available for the newlyweds.
Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly
888-757-DEER (3337)
1200 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly is located on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe in a tranquil mountain environment. The lodge has twelve rooms and 750 square feet suites. The Deerfield Lodge has lovely grounds appropriate for events such as weddings, receptions, and parties as well as an indoor room for banquets, receptions and meetings.
Dory’s Oar and The Tudor Pub
530-541-6603
1041 Fremont Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Dory’s Oar has a private dining room that will accommodate up to 40 people for private parties and events. The whole restaurant can be rented to accommodate up to 100 people for a cocktail party or up to 70 for a sit down meal. The Tudor Pub is available to rent for smaller events. In the summer, the garden, which will accommodate up to 100 people, is also available.
Edgewood Tahoe
775-588-2787
100 Lake Parkway, Stateline, NV
Edgewood Tahoe is a world class destination for dining, golf, weddings and special events. Edgewood provides an elegant lakeside settings with amazing mountain views. The deck facing the lake is a forite location for wedding ceremonies. Edgewood can accommodate 60 to 250 guests in either the North or South Room. Edgewood Restaurant is available to cater events.
Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Hotel and Ski Resort
530-544-5400
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Hotel and Ski Resort has over 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space to accommodate groups of up to 500 people. The ballroom is 4,212 square feet and will accommodate up to 440 people. Four medium meeting rooms will accommodate up to 110 people. Four small boardrooms accommodate up to 40. Six conference rooms accommodate up to 12. For outdoor events, the Garden Atrium will accommodate up to 500 guests. Suites within the resort accommodate four to six guests for small meetings and get-togethers. Catering is available.
Fantasy Inn and Wedding Chapel
530-541-4200
3696 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The Fantasy Inn and Wedding Chapel has fifty-two rooms including fifteen theme rooms with whirlpool spas and European showers. Weddings can take place in the Wedding Chapel or outdoors in the Garden Courtyard. Wedding and honeymoon packages are available.
Ferrari’s Crown Resort
Ferraris’ Crown Resort is a family owed resort that includes a private beach, hot tubs and swimming pools. The resort can accommodate small parties for receptions, dinners and events. Overnight accommodations are available.
Fireside Lodge Bed & Breakfast
530-544-5515
515 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The Fireside Lodge Bed and Breakfast is a log cabin style lodge backing to National Forest. Wedding packages are available at the lodge for weddings with up to 25 guests. Group events are also welcome.
Forest Suites Resort
530-541-6655
1 Lake Parkway, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Forest Suite Resort offers a chapel for weddings with a dome ceiling, a river rock fireplace, a stained glass window and mountain views. The resort is located on 5.5 lush acres. Five meeting rooms ranging from 400 to 690 square feet are available for all sorts of indoor events. The 1,332 square feet lounge is also available for events.
4 Seasons Wedding Chapel
530-542-1345
4127 Pine Blvd & Stateline Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The 4 Seasons Wedding Chapel is located at the Rodeway Inn Casino in South Lake Tahoe. Ceremonies can be held indoors in the elegant chapel or outdoors on the lawn with gazebo. Overnight lodging is available in the Casino.
The Fresh Ketch
530-541-5683
2435 Venice Dr, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The Fresh Ketch is located in the Tahoe Keys Marina. The restaurant has a glass enclosed banquet room that will accommodate up to 80 people for weddings, receptions, conferences, parties and other events. The main dining room is also available to rent for events and can accommodate an addition 100 people. Catering is available with delicious buffet, plated meal, hors d’oeuvres and beverage options.
The Gatekeeper’s Museum
530-583-1762
130 West Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA 96145
The Gatekeeper’s museum showcases Tahoe’s history in a reconstruction of the original Gatekeeper’s cabin. The museum and the surrounding William B. Layton Park provide an exquisite setting for weddings and events.
Granlibakken Events Center
775-552-6301
725 Granlibakken Road, Tahoe City, CA
Granlibakken Events Center is located on 74 acres in the forests above Lake Tahoe. The event center makes a great venue for al sorts of events including conferences, reunions, weddings, receptions, parties, and corporate functions. The conference rooms at Granlibakken can accommodate between 4 and 400 people and total 16,000 square feet. Granlibakken offers multiple indoor and outdoor locations for weddings. The Executive Lodge Lawn is an outdoor setting specifically designed for weddings and lawn receptions. The Mountain/ Garden Deck is an outdoor setting with a stage and seating area. The Cedar House is an intimate indoor location with a deck. Granhall will accommodate up to 250 people indoors and has a deck. The Mountain Ballroom is indoors with a deck and will accommodate up to 350 people. The Pavillion will accommodate up to 150 people indoors. Big Pine is an intimate indoor room with an adjoining deck and lawn.
Hard Rock Café
775-588-6200
18 Hwy 50, Stateline, NV
The Hard Rock Café at Lake Tahoe is located in Harvey’s Resort and Casino. The café has space available to rent for all sorts of events. The Main Dining Room can seat 175 people or host a reception with up to 425. The Interior Patio can seat up to 55 people or host a reception with up to 75. By combining the Main Dining Room and the Patio, the Hard Rock can accommodate 230 people seated or 500 for a reception. Special group and buffet menus are available for events.
Harrah’s and Harvey’s Tahoe
18 Hwy 50, Lake Tahoe, NV
Harrah’s and Harvey’s Tahoe are connected via an all weather causeway. The two hotels combined offer 42,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space. Harrah’s Special Events Center includes and 11,073 square feet ballroom that will accommodate up to 1,100 people. Harrah’s has several other options ranging from 495 to 8,602 square feet. Harvey’s Special Events Center includes a 9,230 square feet ballroom that will accommodate up to 1,000 people. Harvey’s has several other options from 340 to 6,210 square feet. Harrah’s and Harvey’s both offer world class accommodations, restaurants, gaming and entertainment.
Heavenly Mountain Resort and Lakeview Lodge
530-542-5133
3860 Saddle Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Heavenly Mountain Resort provides a scenic backdrop for weddings and other events with astounding views of Lake Tahoe and the High Sierras. The Lakeview Lodge hosts indoor and outdoor weddings, receptions, and events. The Cabin Dining Room with its large picture windows framing views of the lake accommodates a maximum of 120 guests and includes a dance floor. The Vista Room is a large open dining room with a seating capacity of 160. The entire Lakeview Lodge including two outside decks can also be rented for events with up to 250 guests. The resort offers discounts on lift tickets for groups of twenty or more.
Hellman-Ehrman Mansion
530-525-5060
Sugar Pine Point State Park, Tahoma, CA
The Hellman-Ehrman Mansion is located on Sugar Pine Point Park. The mansion is one of the grandest old mansions in Tahoe, completed in 1903 as a summer home for Isaias W. Hellman. The mansion is 11,700 square feet and makes an attractive venue for weddings and events. Events with up to 200 people can take place on the lakeside and events with up to 125 people can take place in the garden.
Hyatt Regency
775-832-1234
111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV
The Hyatt Regency has 422 guestrooms as well as restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, a casino and a floating pier. The Hyatt has over 80,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event and meeting space including the only lakeside ballroom in Tahoe. The Regency Ballroom is 7,326 square feet and can accommodate groups up to 750 people. The Lakeside Ballroom is 5,813 square feet and can accommodate up to 650 people. The Outdoor Tent is 6,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 600 people. The Hyatt’s Beach can accommodate up to 1,000 people for a reception or 200 for a banquet. Additional rooms range from 546 to 2,163 square feet.
Ice Lakes Lodge
530-426-7660
1111 Soda Springs Rd, Soda Springs, CA
Ice Lakes Lodge is located at the Royal Gorge XC Ski Resort. The lodge has 26 rooms with lake and mountain views. The restaurant and bar at the lodge has an outdoor deck that is open during the summer months. The lodge provides a scenic setting for weddings and other events.
Inn at Heavenly Bed and Breakfast
530-544-4244
1261 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The Inn at Heavenly Bed and Breakfast is located on a two acre wooded park, just blocks from Heavenly Ski Resort. The Inn has a gazebo, picnic tables, barbecues, log swings, horseshoes, and croquet. The Inn hosts outdoor weddings and other events.
Inn by the Lake
530-542-0330
3300 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The Inn at the Lake is centrally located directly across the street from the lake. The Inn has an event center with 2,000 square feet of event space. The Sierra Nevada room is 1,000 square feet and can be split into two smaller rooms. The Lake View room is 860 square feet. The Inn is adjacent to a sixteen lane bowling alley that can also be rented for group functions.
Lake Tahoe Golf Course
530-577-0788
2500 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The Lake Tahoe Golf Course is located in a mountain meadow surrounded by the High Sierras. The golf course makes a wonderful setting for weddings and events. The beautiful outdoor ceremony site is located on the Truckee River. A rod-iron wedding arbor and white chairs are included with the rental of the site. The indoor reception room includes tables and chairs and a 15’ x 15’ dance floor.
Lakefront Wedding Chapel
530-544-6119
3351 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Lakefront Wedding Chapel is the only chapel located on the lake. Lakefront can accommodate up to 180 guests for weddings and receptions. The Outdoor Garden Terrace Chapel provides a wonderful outdoor setting for weddings with amazing views of the lake and mountains. The LakeView Chapel and Reception Room provides an indoor setting for weddings.
Lakeland Village Beach and Mountain Resort
530-544-1685
3535 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Lakeland Village Beach and Mountain Resort is located on nineteen wooded acres in South Lake Tahoe. The resort includes a private beach, outdoor pools, a wading pool, hot tubs, a sauna, a fitness facility, tennis courts, a bistro, and a ski shop. Lakeland Village has two meeting rooms and the Pavilion Deck that will accommodate up to 150 people for meetings and events. The resort hosts outdoor lakefront weddings with receptions on the Pavilion Deck.
Meeks Bay Resort and Marina
530-525-6946
7941 Emerald Bay Road, Meeks Bay, CA
Meeks Bay Resort and Marina has beachfront picnic areas available to rent for barbecues and picnics. The marina has canoe, paddle boars and kayak rentals and also offers boat tours and fishing excursions on the lake. The resort also has an amphitheater that will accommodate large gatherings of up to 200 people. Overnight lodging is available including the seven-bedroom Kehlet Mansion that will accommodate twelve people and the three-bedroom Washoe House that will accommodate eight.
Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort
800-TAHOE-81
6834 North Lake Blvd, Tahoe Vista CA
Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort has 32 studio suites with views of Lake Tahoe and the mountains. The resort has a private 275’ wide beach. Mourelatos can hold small weddings and events on the beach and has overnight accommodations available for the guests as well as a honeymoon suite with private balcony for the bride and groom.
Murphy’s Irish Pub and Rockwater Restaurant
530-544-8004
787 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Murphy’s Irish Pub and Rolckwater Restaurant can host private dining for events with up to fifty people and banquets for up to 200 guests. A fully-enclosed outdoor rose garden and gazebo that can accommodate up to 300 guests is available for weddings and events during the months of May through October.
Nephele’s
530-544-8130
1169 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Nepheles is located near Heavenly Valley Ski Resort and provides intimate and romantic dining for their guests. Nephales can accommodate small group activities including recptions, rehearsal dinners and business gatherings.
Nevada Beach
775-588-5562
2 miles north of Stateline on Hwy. 50 off Elk Point Rd, Zephyr Cove, NV
Nevada Beach campground and picnic area is on the East Side of Lake Tahoe. Nevada Beach has picnic facilities, restrooms, fire pits, and barbecues. Weddings can be held on Nevada beach by wedding service providers with a permit to do so. Special use permits are also available for other events.
North Tahoe Beach
530-581-6900
Intersection of Highway 267 and Highway 28, Kings Beach, CA
North Tahoe beach is a 2.7 acre site with 240’ of shoreline. The beach has a group picnic shelter that seats ninety people and is available to rent for weddings, parties and picnics.
North Tahoe Cruises and the Tahoe Gal
800-218-2464
850 N. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA
The Tahoe Gal is a 64’ ship with a full galley and bar. The Tahoe Gal is available for exclusive charters for corporate meetings, dinners, weddings, and cocktail cruises. The Tahoe Gal will accommodate up to 135 people. The Commodore Saloon onboard the Tahoe Gal can accommodate up to 30 people for small private parties and events.
North Tahoe Event Center
530-546-7249
8318 North Lake Boulevard, Kings Beach, CA
North Tahoe Event Center has a 4,000 square feet Beachfront Terrace that makes a wonderful location for all sorts of events including weddings, conferences, and parties. The Beachfront Terrace will accommodate up to 200 guests. The Lakeview Room will accommodate up to 150 people.
Northstar Resort
1-800-GO-NORTH
100 Northstar Drive, Truckee, CA 96161
Northstar at Tahoe has conference space and meeting rooms available for events including weddings, receptions, reunions, parties, meetings, and conferences. The Basque Room includes two rooms, measuring 350 and 600 square feet, with a built in bar. The sophisticated Boardroom is 930 square feet with a built in screen. The square shaped Laurel Room is 950 square feet and can be combined with the Martis and Sierra Room for larger events. The Martis Room is 1,050 square feet. The Sierra Room is 700 square feet. TC’s Pub is 2,500 square feet and can accommodate up to 130 people. The spacious Aspen Room is 3,000 square feet and available June through October. The Overlook Pavilion is 1,500 square feet also available June through October. The Martis Valley Grille Deck on the Golf Course can accommodate up to 60 people outdoors. The resort has group rates for lodging, skiing, and golf.
The Party Boat
530-542-2111
2435 Venice Dr E, Tahoe Keys Marina, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
The Party Boat is a 52’ Harbor Master that will carry up to 49 guests and includes a USCG Certified Captain and Crew with rentals. The boat is available to rent for all sorts of events including weddings, receptions, reunions, birthday parties, bachelor and bachelorette parties and corporate events. Full service catering is available. The boat has indoor and outdoor decks, two bathrooms, a fly bridge and a full kitchen.
Picchetti Winery
530-541-1500
3135 Harrison Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Picchetti Winery has a tasting room in South Lake Tahoe. The gardens outside the tasting room make a lovely setting for weddings and other outdoor events. Smaller events can be held indoors in the tasting room.
PlumpJack Squaw Valley
530-583-1576
1920 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA
PlumpJack Squaw Valley is a mountain escape located at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. PlumpJack has 6,000 square feet of conference and event space. The facility is split-level with 3,000 square feet on each floor. Each floor can accommodate groups up to 200 guests. The ground level room opens to a private pool patio that provides a lovely setting for outdoor events and wedding ceremonies with great views of the gardens and mountains. Catering from the PlumpJack Café is available.
Rainbow Lodge
530-426-7660
1111 Soda Springs Rd, Soda Springs, CA
Rainbow Lodge is located at the Royal Gorge XC Ski Resort. The lodge was built in the 1920s. The restaurant at the lodge features fine dining with a French-trained chef. The lodge is available to rent for weddings and events.
Regan Beach West
530-542-6094
3199 Sacramento Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Regan Beach is South Lake Tahoe’s oldest beach facility. The beach has a large grass area, a sand volleyball court, a playground, an observation deck, restrooms and a restaurant. The beach is available to rent for events and makes a great setting got weddings.
Resort at Squaw Creek
530-583.6300
400 Squaw Creek Road, Olympic Valley, CA
The Resort at Squaw Creek has 33,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space as well as 14,750 square feet of outdoor space with views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The resort makes a beautiful setting for weddings with indoor and ceremony sites available. Catering is available for events.
Ridge Tahoe
775-588-3553
400 Ridge Club Drive, Stateline, NV
Ridge Tahoe has spectacular views of the Tahoe Mountains and Carson valley from its 7,500 feet elevation. The Grand View Garden makes a wonderful setting for an outdoor wedding and will accommodate up to 175 people. Ridge Tahoe also has accommodations for indoor weddings and receptions for up to 120 people. All-inclusive packages including catering are available. Ridge Tahoe also makes an excellent setting for other events such as rehearsal dinners, parties and meetings with multiple rooms available ranging from 209 to 1750 square feet.
Riva Grill by the Lake
530-542-2600
900 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Riva Grill is a lakefront restaurant that makes a wonderful setting for all sorts of group functions including weddings, banquets, parties, holiday get-togethers, and corporate functions. The restaurant has a deck with beautiful views of the lake and mountains. Riva Grill’s upstairs private dining room can accommodate groups of up to 200 people for dining and dancing. The rooms have vaulted ceilings, skylights, floor to ceiling windows and rich mahogany chairs. The Riviera and Gar Room will each accommodate 100 people seated and can be combined for one large meeting or event.
River Ranch Lodge and Restaurant
530-583-4264
Corner Highway 89 and Alpine Meadows Road, Tahoe City, CA
The River Ranch Lodge was built on the banks of Truckee River in the 1950s. The lodge has nineteen rooms, two dining rooms, a bar and a riverside patio. The lodge patio can accommodate groups of up to 175 people for events. The indoor Fireplace Room can accommodate up to 50 guests.
Rockwood Lodge
530-525-5273
5295 West Lake Blvd, Box 226, Homewood, California
Rockwood Lodge was Tahoe’s first Bed and Breakfast, established in 1939. The lodge’s has five comfortable rooms for overnight guests including the Secret Harbor Room with its Russian wedding bed. The Patio, the grounds and the lodge are available to rent for weddings and other events.
Rojo’s
530-541-4960
3091 Harrison Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Rojo’s building was originally built between 1920 and 1930 as a gas station, restaurant, grocery store and hotel. Rojo’s has the only basement in South Lake Tahoe. The downstairs “Cavern” includes a private banquet room for events such as weddings, holiday parties and other special occasions. The room can accommodate up to sixty guests.
Round Hill Pines Beach Resort & Marina
775-588-3055
Hwy 50, Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
Round Hill Pines Beach Resort and Marina is a great setting for all sorts of events including weddings, rehearsal dinners, banquets, family get-togethers, reunions and corporate functions. The resort can host small to large events with 300+ guests. The resort offers weddings and barbecues on the beach, and a lakeside bar. Catering is available.
Royal Valhalla on the Lake
530-544-2233
4104 Lakeshore Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Royal Valhalla on the Lake is located just steps from the beach in South Lake Tahoe. The venue has a beautiful expansive lawn that makes a great setting for events with up to 300 guests. Overnight accommodations are also available.
Saint Theresa Catholic Church
530-544-3553
1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA
St Theresa Catholic Church was built in 1953. The church makes a picturesque setting for a Catholic Church wedding.
Shore House at Lake Tahoe
800-207-5160
7170 North Lake Boulevard, Tahoe Vista, California
The Shore House is located on the California side of Lakes Tahoe’s North Shore. The Shore House accommodates intimate weddings of up to 25 people in an outdoor setting with beautiful lake views. The lakefront dining room is available for receptions. An event room overlooking the lake and courtyard is also available.
Squaw Valley Lodge
800-549-6742
201 Squaw Peak Rd, Olympic Valley, CA
The Squaw Valley Lodge offers world class amenities, superior service and a convenient Lake Tahoe location. The lodge is an ideal setting for group activities including reunions, retreats, corporate meetings and weddings. The lodge has two meeting rooms with Internet access, VCR and DVD players, conference phones, projectors and comfortable chairs. The Ponderosa Room is 1,500 square feet and can accommodate up to 80 people. The Granite Chief Room is 515 square feet. The lodge also offers wedding packages. Catering is available.
Squaw Valley USA
530-583-6955
1960 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley CA
Squaw Valley USA High Camp has a spacious facility with rooms for large and small celebrations, banquets and gatherings. Squaw Valley makes a spectacular setting for weddings with several indoor and outdoor settings to choose from. Catering is available.
Stanford Alpine Chalet
530-583-1550
1980 Chalet Rd, Alpine Meadows, CA
The Stanford Alpine Chalet is located at the base of Alpine Meadows Ski Resort in North Lake Tahoe. The retreat offers individual and group accommodations with fourteen guestrooms. An outdoor hot tub, a swimming pool, a volleyball court, a basketball half-court and a horseshoe pit are available for guest use. The Great Room makes a perfect setting for all sorts of events with a cathedral ceiling, a fireplace and a large deck. The Chalet can host weddings and events with up to 125 guests.
Station House Inn
530-542-1101
901 Park Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Best Western’s Station House Inn is a luxurious hotel located just 1 ½ blocks south of the lake and 2 blocks west of the Nevada state line. The Sierra Room at the inn is 640 square feet and is available for weddings, receptions, meetings and all sorts of other events. The room can seat up to 57 people.
Sugar Pine Point State Park
530-525-5060
7360 West Lake Blvd, Tahoma, CA 96142
Sugar Pine Point State Park has gorgeous views of lake Tahoe. The 12,000 square foot Hellman-Ehrman Mansion is available to rent for special events including weddings, reunions and corporate events.
Sunnyside Resort
530-583-7200
W Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
Sunnyside Resort provides a beautiful, natural setting for weddings, retreats, and other events. The Lakeside Dining Room is available for rehearsal dinners and receptions. The lodge also has meeting rooms for groups up to thirty people. Overnight accommodations and catering are available.
Tahoe Beach and Ski Club
530-541-6220
3601 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Tahoe Beach and Ski Club is located on the beach in South Lake Tahoe. Beachside weddings and receptions for up to fifty guests are available at the club. Family reunions and other events are also welcome.
Tahoe Biltmore
775-831-0660
5 Highway 28, Crystal Bay, NV
The historic Tahoe Biltmore Lodge and Casino has over 6,400 square feet of modern, flexible meeting space and can accommodate groups up to 450 people. The private dining room at the Biltmore can accommodate small groups of up to 40 people. An indoor chapel and a grand ballroom are available for weddings. Catering and overnight accommodations are also available.
Tahoe Community Church
775-588-5860
145 Dagget Way, Stateline, NV
Tahoe Community Church is a Baptist Church located in Douglas County, Nevada. The worship center will seat 150 guests for weddings and events. The church can also perform wedding ceremonies throughout the Tahoe area in both Nevada and California.
Tahoe Forest Weddings
530-577-6242
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Tahoe Forest Weddings offers a private one acre forested setting for weddings in South Lake Tahoe next to the National Forest. Catering is available.
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
530-541-2180
930 Bal Bijou Road, South Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge and Spa has 500 feet of private beach, a heated pool and hot tub, and beautiful rooms with fireplaces and Lake Views. The Lakeview Room can accommodate up to 40 people for meetings, retreats, and other events. The private beach makes a wonderful outdoor setting for all sorts of events including weddings, reunions, barbecues, parties, and corporate functions. The beach can accommodate outdoor wedding ceremonies with up to fifty guests.
Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel
866-730-3052
2634 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel offers a charming and intimate setting for weddings and receptions. Off-site weddings are also available. Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel also offers suites for the honeymoon.
Tahoe Paradise Park
530-577-9881
1011 E. San Bernadino Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Tahoe Paradise Park is located on Lake Baron and offers fishing, tennis courts and a clubhouse with wading pool. The park also includes a lower section on the upper Truckee River with a playground, ball field, basketball court and large picnic area. The park can accommodate weddings and events with up to 150 people.
Tahoe Party Estate
775-691-8100
178 Buchanan Road, Stateline, NV
Tahoe Party Estate is a private, ten-acre gated estate with great views of Lake Tahoe and the mountains that is available to rent for weddings and other events. The estate has a 2,000 square foot polished stone deck for dancing and 6,500 square feet of indoor entertainment area.
The Tahoe Star
800-786-8208
18 Hwy 50, Lake Tahoe, NV
The 54’ Tahoe Star was William Harrah’s private yacht. The boat can accommodate groups of up to 34 people for events including weddings, receptions, rehearsal diners, family reunions, and business functions. Shuttle service to the yacht and light buffet are available.
Tep’s Villa Roma
530-541-8227
3450 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Tep’s Villa serves fine Italian food and Seafood. The restaurant has private reception rooms that can accommodate groups up to 200 people for weddings, receptions, banquets and other events.
Thunderbird Lodge
775-832-8750
5000 Highway 28, Incline Village, NV
Construction on Thunderbird Lodge began in 1936 and today the historic lodge as well as six acres of land are managed by the Thunderbird Lodge Preservation Society. The waterfront location provides a scenic setting for all sorts of events that includes a three-story waterfall, and a long tunnel with secret passageways. The Thunderbird Lodge has over 3,000 square feet of interior space, a lawn, two patios, a gazebo and a private sandy lagoon. The Lighthouse Room is 1,800 square feet built around a masonry lighthouse. The room has an adjoining kitchen, a large bathroom and floor to ceiling windows. The Conference Room is 1,500 square feet with excellent views and a large bathroom.
Timber Cove Lodge Marina Resort
530-541-6722 x7603
3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Best Western’s Timber Cove Marina Resort is located right on the beach in South Lake Tahoe. The lodge has an onsite wedding chapel, Weddings at Timber Cove. Indoor and outdoor weddings and event sites are available the resort. The Lakeside Lawn will accommodate up to 200 people. The Chardonnay Room will accommodate 65 people. Mama’s Red Tomato Restaurant will accommodate 75 people. Mama’s Patio will accommodate 40 people.
Valhalla at Lake Tahoe
530-541-4975
Highway 89 (Emerald Bay Road), South Lake Tahoe, CA
Valhalla at Lake Tahoe was built in 1924. The building features a wood and stone construction, a wrap around lodge pole pine porch, hardwood floors, French doors, a 20’ tall fireplace, a second floor balcony and a large lawn. The Valhalla Grand Hall can accommodate weddings and events with up to 125 people. Valhalla is also home to the Valhalla Summer Arts Festival.
Village at Squaw Valley USA
866-818-6963
1750 Village East Road, Olympic Valley
The Village is a mountain resort located slope-side to Squaw Valley USA. The Village has conference and event rooms ranging from 275 to 2,960 square feet. Wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners and banquets can choose from the Palisades Room at nearly 3,000 square feet or the Mountain Stream Room at 2,000 square feet. The rooms are dividable and customizable and will accommodate groups of up to 250 people and 134 people respectively.
Wedding Chapel at Harveys
775-588-2411
P.O. Box 128, Stateline, NV
The Wedding Chapel located inside Harveys offers great views of the mountains through 18’ high windows. The Wedding Chapel can arrange weddings at the chapel, in the hotel and off-site for up to 1,000 people. Receptions at the hotel reception room are also available.
Weddings at Lakeside Beach
530-544-4050
4081 Lakeshore Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Weddings at Lakeside Beach has a beautiful outdoor wedding location for up to 200 guests. The Lakeside Beach Grill provides catering for events. The outdoor patio at the Lakeside Beach Grill is also available for events with up to 120 people.
West Shore Cafe & Inn
530-525-5200
5160 W Lake Blvd, Homewood, CA
West Shore Café makes a breathtaking setting for all sorts of events including weddings, receptions, reunions and corporate get-togethers. The West Shore Café has a Craftsman style dining room with floor to ceiling windows. The Inn offers richly appointed rooms and suites.
William B. Layton State Park
530-583-1762
130 West Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA 96145
The William B Layton State Park is a beautiful three acre park with a secluded lakefront lawn. The lawn can accommodate weddings and other events with up to 300 guests. Additional rustic settings are available within the park for rehearsal dinners, receptions and other events.
Woodwind Cruises
888-867-6394
760 Highway 50, Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
Woodwind Cruises offers sailing boats and yachts to accommodate up to parties of 60 people for weddings and events. Cabins offer restrooms, glass bottom viewing windows, hand crafted woodwork and plush upholstery. Vessels also have bars and sound systems.
Zephyr Cove Resort
775-589-4948
760 Hwy. 50, Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
Zephyr Cove Resort offers shoreline and shipboard wedding and event settings. The Pavilion at Zephyr Cove is an outdoor setting for events. The Lodge provides an indoor setting for events with a large stone fireplace and a large outdoor deck. Cruises are offered on the Tahoe Queen, the MS Dixie II, the Tahoe Paradise, and the Tahoe Princess. The ships are all available to rent for events such as weddings, receptions, reunions, parties, and corporate functions. The Tahoe Queen is an authentic Mississippi Paddlewheeler. The MS Dixie II is a 500 passenger cruising vessel, the largest on the lake. The Tahoe Paradise is an 82’ yacht with a full service bar that will accommodate up to 120 guests. The Tahoe Princess is a 70’, one story, pontoon style boat that serves as a floating ballroom and will accommodate up to 100 guests.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
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Event Venues in Virginia City, Nevada
July 21, 2009
During the Gold Rush in the 19th century, Virginia City was the most important settlement between San Francisco and Denver. Prospectors came from across the country to find their fortunes and millions of dollars were made finding gold in the hills. Today Virginia City is a great place for history lovers to visit and share in a bygone era. Visitors can walk on board sidewalks to view historic buildings, visit Old West saloons, museums, restaurants and shops, ride a stagecoach, trolley, and steam train and visit the old mines in the surrounding landscape. Virginia City is easily accessible from Reno and Carson City. More information about Virginia City.
Comstock Community Church
775-847-0694
465 S C St, Virginia City
Southern Baptist Church holds intimate weddings for up to 50 guests. Anyone is welcome, but premarital counseling with the minister is required.
Delta Saloon
775-847-0789
18 S C St, Virginia City
Delta Saloon is a historic saloon and casino located in downtown Virginia City. Delta has 8,688 square feet of event space including two banquet halls and an upstairs chapel room.
Edith Palmer’s Country Inn
775-847-7070
416 S B St, Virginia City
Edith Palmer’s Country Inn includes a house and rock building reconstructed from an 1863 Victorian Cider Factory. The rock building is now a restaurant. An additional Victorian home has been renovated as part of the inn. The inn has indoor and outdoor settings available for events such as wedding, banquets, reunions and parties.
First Presbyterian Church
775-847-0298
196 S C St, Virginia City
The First Presbyterian Church building dates back to 1866. The gorgeous sanctuary is full of stained glass windows and features an ornate pipe organ. The church can accommodate weddings with up to 70 guests on pews.
Gold Hill Hotel
775-847-0111
1540 Main St, Virginia City
The Gold Hill Hotel is Nevada’s oldest hotel, located one mile south of Virginia City. The hotel can accommodate up to 120 people for events including weddings, receptions, parties and business functions. The Gold Hill Hotel’s Great Room and the Crown Point Restaurant can be used independently or combined for larger events. Catering and overnight accommodations are available.
Historic Fourth Ward School
775-847-0975
537 South “C” Street, Virginia City
The Fourth Ward School was built in 1876. The school makes a unique setting for large and small events. The Great Hall seats 100 comfortably and makes an ideal location for receptions, banquets, meetings, luncheons and other events. The Mining Exhibit Room displays a variety of historic and educational exhibits and is located near the Great Hall. The Alumni Room seats 50 for workshops and smaller events. The Main Floor Classroom also seats 50. The First Floor Exhibit Space is a gallery that seats 30 and makes a nice location for meetings and receptions. The Third Floor Printers Room seats up to 40.
Piper’s Opera House
775-847-0433
12 N B St, Virginia City
Piper’s Opera House is one of the most famous performance venues in the US. The Opera House was originally built in 1863, but was rebuilt twice due to fires. The current Opera House was built in 1885. The Opera House is available to rent for all sorts of events and makes a beautiful setting for a wedding.
Seven Mile Canyon Ranch
775-847-7223
688 Seven Mile Canyon Rd, Virginia City
Seven Mile Canyon Guest Ranch is conveniently located one mile north of Virginia City. The ranch holds western lunch and dinner shows and has luxurious accommodations for overnight guests.. The ranch makes a great location for special events including romantic western weddings. Possible ceremony sites include an outdoor gazebo, an elevated stage, the redwood deck at the barn, the Canyon Ranch Room or even an isolated mountaintop. Catering and bar service are available.
Silver Queen Hotel
775-847-0440
28 North C Street, Virginia City
The historic Silver Queen Hotel is located in the heart of Virginia City. The hotel has an authentic 1870s saloon and wedding chapel on the first floor. Affordable weddings can be held in the chapel. Victorian tuxes and gowns are available to rent.
St Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church
775-847-9099
111 E St, Virginia City
St. Mary in the Mountains was built in 1869 and is currently being restored. The large church is available to rent for weddings. The historic church provides an ornate setting for events with an antique pipe organ and gorgeous architecture.
St Mary’s Art Center
775-847-7774
55 N R St, Virginia City
St Mary’s Art Center (SMAC) is located in a restored, four-story, brick building originally built in 1875 as a hospital. The building is available to rent for receptions and other events. The ground floor has a kitchen, two bathrooms, photography labs, a studio, a gallery, a lounging area and a large dining room. The first floor has lodging rooms, bathrooms and another gallery. The second floor has lodging rooms, a painting studio and bathroom. The attic has studio space and a gallery.
Virginia and Truckee Railroad
775-847-0380
F Street and Washington, Virginia City
The Virginia and Truckee (V&T) Railroad was completed in 1869 to haul gold from Virginia City. The train offers excursion tours where guests can learn about the history of the region and the train. V&T can run a special train for events such as weddings, reunions, and corporate events. The train is also available for group tours.
Virginia City Cemetery
775-291-4286
North Virginia City
The Virginia City Cemetery is actually several smaller cemeteries combined. Cemetery tours are available for individuals and groups. The cemetery makes a truly unique setting for an outdoor wedding or other events.
Washoe Flats Event Center
775-849-1500
555 US Highway 395, Reno, NV
Washoe Flats Steakhouse and Event Center is located close to Virginia City. The old west style setting provides a great location for all sorts of events including weddings, reunions and corporate events. The Event Center has private banquet room as well as an outdoor area with views of the majestic mountains.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
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Have a recommendation for a great place to hold an event? Send it over to submissions@gophotoevents.com. Let us know why this particular place is special. We’ll add worthy venues to our lists. Event venue listings are free.
Event Venues in Nevada
July 21, 2009
Nevada is known as the Battle Born State because Nevada was granted statehood in 1864 to help secure Abraham Lincoln’s reelection during the Civil War. One of the largest states in the United States, Nevada has a wide variety of activities available for both the outdoor and the city lover. Public, undeveloped land is plentiful in Nevada making it an outdoor lover’s paradise. Outdoor recreation in Nevada includes hiking, biking, camping, hunting, fishing, horseback riding, skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing.
Nevada is one of the few states in the United States to offer legal gambling. Las Vegas and Reno are particularly famous as gaming destinations. Casinos offer 24-hour entertainment including gaming, shows with top entertainers, world class dining, and more. Nevada is also famous as the place to get a quick wedding. Nevada has a wide variety of locations to make the perfect setting for weddings or other events to match any taste. More information about Nevada.
Nevada Cities and Towns
The following is a selection of cities and towns in Nevada that have venues for events. Each location on the list has its own page full of event venues on this web-site. There are many more possible event locations in the state, but this information should provide a good starting point for anyone planning an event in Nevada.
Battle Mountain
Boulder City
Carson City
Elko
Genoa
Henderson
Jean
Lake Tahoe
Lamoille
Las Vegas
Laughlin
Mesquite
Old Nevada
Primm
Reno
Searchlight
Virginia City
Winnemucca
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
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Event Venues in Reno, Nevada
July 20, 2009
Reno is known as the biggest little city in the world. The city is within an hour’s drive of Lake Tahoe, Carson City, ski resorts, golf courses, biking and hiking trails, several lakes and the Truckee River. Along with outdoor activities, Reno has great casinos, fine dining, and an active nightlife. More information on Reno.
Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
775-824-4417
3800 S. Virginia Street, Reno
The Atlantis Casino Resort Spa is a full service resort with fine dining, a great location, a world class spa and non-stop nightlife. Atlantis is connected via a skywalk to the Reno-Sparks Convention Center and offers complimentary airport shuttle service, valet and self-parking. Atlantis has 50,000 square feet of meeting and event spaces ranging from 522 square feet to 14,261 square feet. The largest space, the Grand Ballroom, can accommodate groups up to 1500 people.
Best Western Airport Plaza Hotel
775-348-6370
1981 Terminal Way, Reno
Best Western Airport Plaza Hotel in Reno has a newly remodeled Aviation Ballroom that provides 4,400 square feet of flexible event space. The ballroom can accommodate group events with up to 320 people. The ballroom can also be divided into four 1,100 square feet rooms for smaller events and meetings. The hotel has an additional 1,000 square feet meeting room and a 616 square feet boardroom.
Boomtown Hotel & Casino
775-345-8699
I-80, Exit 4, Reno
Boomtown Hotel and Casino has a comfortable atmosphere that is perfect for all sorts of events. The casino has 10,500 square feet of meeting and event space. The ballroom is 7,200 square feet and can accommodate up to 350 people. The casino offers a complimentary dance floor for events. Catering is available for events and function space is offered complimentary with purchase of full banquet services.
Circus Circus
775-329-0711
500 North Sierra Street, Reno
Circus Circus, one of Reno’s premier downtown casinos, has 22,000 square feet of meeting space on the property. The Mandalay Ballroom is 8,126 square feet that can be used as an elegant setting for banquets and meetings. The Ballroom can be divided into two separate rooms or joined with the six surrounding breakout rooms to make a 15,000 square foot space. The six breakout rooms can also be rented separately for smaller events. Circus Circus has several wedding packages to choose from. Catering is available.
D’Andrea Golf Club
775-331-6363
2900 S. D’Andrea Pkwy, Sparks, NV
D’Andrea Golf Club has an elegant Tuscan style clubhouse on a scenic nine-hole golf course with views of Reno and the surrounding mountains. The clubhouse can accommodate events with up to 100 people. The outdoor 2,400 square foot VIP tent can accommodate groups of up to 225. The Sunset Terrace Room has an outside patio and can accommodate groups of up to 50 guests.
Downtown Reno Ballroom
775-325-7333
5301 Longley Ln, Reno
The Downtown Reno Ballroom has 32,700 square feet of versatile meeting space. The facility can accommodate over 1,900 for an elaborate dinner and over 2,900 for a general session. The Ballroom is adjacent to the Reno Events Center.
Eldorado Hotel Casino
775-786-5700
345 N Virginia St, Reno
The Eldorado Hotel Casino is located in downtown Reno. The casino has an upscale atmosphere with award winning restaurants, luxurious accommodations, casino action, a showroom and unlimited nightlife. The Eldorado has 12,000 square feet of flexible meeting space including an elegant ballroom, flexible breakout rooms, and three boardrooms. The Eldorado can accommodate groups ranging from 20 to 1,000 people for all sorts of events.
Fleischmann Planetarium
775-324-6007
1664 N. Virginia Street, Reno
The Fleischmann Planetarium was built in 1964 and was the first in the world to project full dome movies. The planetarium has an exhibit hall, a sixty-seat theater, a gift shop, a classroom and gallery space. The planetarium is a great place for birthday parties with up to 25 guests and offers packages that include a show or craft activity, use of the party place, invitations, cups, plates and napkins, and ball bearings for the gravity well. Other events are also welcome.
Grand Sierra Resort & Casino
866-473-6672
2500 East 2nd Street, Reno
The Grand Sierra Resort and Casino has over 200,000 square feet of flexible space available for meetings, functions and events. The Grand Ballroom is 39,846 square feet and can be combined with the Grand Salon to create 40,500 square feet of event space and accommodate up to 2,900 people. The Summit Pavilion is 45,312 square feet and can accommodate up to 300 8’ x 10’ booths or 4,000 people. The Silver State Pavilion is 41,364 square feet and can accommodate up to 210 8’x10’ booths or 2,240 people. The Nevada Conference and Exhibition Center is 44,115 square feet and has eleven breakout rooms that can accommodate up to 100 people each. The Grand Theater has the world’s largest stage, amazing acoustics and tiered seating for 1,800 people. The Crystal Ballroom is 7,096 square feet and will accommodate up to 700 people. The casino has several mezzanine breakout rooms that will accommodate between 24 and 200 guests each. The casino also has an executive boardroom for meetings with up to 25 people.
Harrah’s Reno Hotel & Casino
775-788-2900
219 N. Center St, Reno, NV 89501
Harrah’s Reno has 24,000 square feet of indoor convention space to accommodate groups large and small for all sorts of events. The Robert A. Ring Convention Center is 14,000 square feet and will accommodate over one thousand people. Sammy’s Showroom has a large stage and will seat up to 420 people for meetings or up to 300 for dining events. The Saphire Lounge is a private venue for receptions with up to 200 people and has a stage for live entertainment or a DJ. The Bill Harrah Room is a luxurious room for private banquets that will seat up to 250 people. The East Tower Hobby Horse meeting room has a large open lounge area and large windows and is ideal for small board meetings. The outdoor plaza is 62,000 square feet and will seat 1,400 people for outdoor events.
Hidden Valley Country Club
775-857-4735
3575 E. Hidden Valley Dr, Reno
The Hidden Valley Country Club provides a spectacular outdoor setting for weddings and other events with mature landscaping, a pond and gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains. The country club also has private indoor banquet rooms perfect for meetings with a relaxed atmosphere with great views. The club can accommodate up to 300 people for events.
John Ascuaga’s Nugget Casino Resort
800-648-1177
1100 Nugget Avenue, Sparks
John Ascuaga’s Nugget has over 110,000 square feet of meeting and event space. The casino can accommodate groups from 3 to 3,000 people. The second floor of the casino is a convention complex with two ballrooms, a trade show pavilion and twenty-three breakout rooms. The Celebrity Showroom, which seats up to 780 people, is also available to rent for events.
Lawlor Events Center
775-784-4659
1500 N. Virginia St., Reno
Lawlor Events Center has a 12,000-seat auditorium with a multi-use arena. Additionally, the center has meeting rooms for all sorts of events. The Silver and Blue Room can accommodate up to 500 people or be split into four smaller rooms. The President’s Room can accommodate up to 200 people.
Meadow Wood Courtyard
775-825-2940
5851 S. Virginia St, Reno
Super 8 Meadow Wood Courtyard is conveniently located one mile from the Reno/Sparks Convention Center. The hotel has 2,500 feet of flexible meeting facilities that seat up to 150 people. On site catering is available.
National Automobile Museum
775-333-9300
10 S Lake St, Reno
One of the nation’s top ten automobile museums, the National Automobile Museum provides a unique setting for events. The museum can accommodate parties of 50 to 1,200 people including receptions and sit-down dinners. The museum also has a 157-seat movie theater.
National Bowling Stadium
800-304-BOWL
300 N Center St, Reno
The National Bowling Stadium is the only facility of its kind in the world. The stadium has a four-level lobby with a bronze statue depicting a family going bowling. The stadium has 78 championship lanes. The stadium is 65,000 square feet of adaptable space. The stadium is available to rent for private parties, business meetings and bowling functions. On the fifth floor is a 172-seat I-WERKS theater that can also be rented by groups for events.
Nevada Museum of Art
775-329-3333
160 West Liberty Street, Reno
The Nevada Museum of Art features traveling and local art exhibitions. The museum can accommodate group events with 30 to 500 people. The museum is a four-level, 55,000 square foot building with a rooftop patio, a lecture hall, a theater and elegant reception rooms. Catering is provided by the museums Café Musée.
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
1-866-821-9996
2707 South Virginia Street, Reno
The Peppermill is located near the Reno Airport and the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. The Peppermill has 106,000 square feet of meeting and event space. The Tuscany Ballroom is 62,900 square feet and will accommodate up to 7,000 people. The Tuscany Ballroom can be divided into several smaller rooms from 2,160 square feet to 13,455 square feet. The Naples Ballroom is 12,200 square feet and will accommodate up to 1,250 people. The Naples Ballroom can be divided into several smaller rooms from 800 to 9,480 square feet. The Capri Grand Ballroom is 10,584 square feet and can accommodate up to 800 people. The Capri Ballroom can be divided into several smaller rooms from 1,680 to 6,860 square feet. The Sorento and Roma Meeting Rooms range from 480 to 1748 square feet and can accommodate meetings and events with between 20 and 125 people. The two-story Penthouse Suites provide an elegant and intimate location for smaller events.
Pioneer Center
775-686-6610
100 S Virginia St, Reno
The Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts is home to many great events including traveling Broadway musicals, orchestra concerts, opera and ballet. Groups can rent hospitality suites for events that can accommodate 54 to 120 people and be fully catered.
Rancho San Rafael Park
775-785-5961
1595 N. Sierra, Reno, Nevada
Rancho San Rafael Park includes the Wilber D May Center, a museum of rare and exotic artifacts. The Garden Court at the May Center, which includes a hall and back patio, makes a magnificent setting for events with a landscape of waterfalls, ponds and plants. The Garden Court is 1,700 square feet and will accommodate 73 people at tables or 220 standing. The Double Diamond Room can be rented with the Garden Court. The Double Diamond room measures 1,350 square feet and can accommodate 85 people seated at tables or 200 standing. A kitchen is available to rent with the rooms. Also available at the park are the Ranch House, the Arboretum and Botanical Gardens and the Great Basin Adventure. The park Arboretum provides a display of colorful flowers, creek-side meadows, outdoor courtyards and secluded benches that make a romantic setting for events. The Great Basin Adventure is a family amusement park with a petting zoo, pony rides, gold panning, a log flume ride and a discovery room.
Reno Events Center
775-335-8823
400 N Center St, Reno
The Reno Events Center is a versatile new building with seating for 7,000 people. The venue offers flexible seating arrangements for a variety of large events including concerts, sports events and headlining comics.
Reno Sparks Convention Center
775-827-7620
4590 S Virginia St, Reno
The Reno Sparks Convention Center has over 500,000 square feet of meeting and exhibition space. The convention center has five continuous exhibit halls with 381,000 square feet of space. The halls all have drive-in access that provides access for oversized equipment, vehicles and aircraft. The Mt Rose Ballroom is 30,000 square feet of space ideal for formal dining functions, seminars and exhibits. The ballroom is dividable into seven meeting rooms. The convention center has fifty-three meeting rooms that will accommodate from 50 to 3,000 people. The central registration lobby is 17,500 square feet of space and a second registration area outside the ballroom allows multiple shows to be scheduled simultaneously.
Reno Sparks Livestock Events Center
775-232-2791
1350 N Wells Ave, Reno
The Reno Sparks Livestock Events Center is situated on 43 acres of land located minutes from downtown Reno. The center has a 20,000-square-foot exhibition hall, two indoor and two outdoor arenas, 3,100 paved and lighted parking spaces, and 660 10-by-12-foot animal stalls. The climate controlled Main Arena has stadium seating for 6,200 people with a 300’ x 150’ dirt floor arena. The Livestock Pavilion includes a a 1,000-seat arena or auction area, a 100-by-125-foot covered cutting area, and a 90-by-200-foot outdoor arena. The Rodeo Arena has 9,491 seats, plus viewing suites and a 325’ x 170’ dirt floor arena. The 20,000 square foot exhibition hall has a 100’ x 200’ cement floor.
Resort at Red Hawk
775-626-6000
6295 Wingfield Springs Rd, Sparks
The Resort at Red Hawk has two championship golf courses, David’s Grill, a swim and fitness center, overnight accommodations in luxurious villas and an event center. The Events Center is a gorgeous ranch style building with a fireplace that will accommodate up to 300 guests. The Sun Porch will accommodate up 60 people. The Atrium and Patios outside David’s Grill provide several options for parties. The BoardRoom can accommodate up to 15 guests. Outdoor settings are also available for events.
Sands Regency
800-233-4939
345 N Arlington, Reno
The Sands Regency has 12,000 square feet of meeting space for all sorts of events. The Regency Tower has a 4,784 square feet ballroom that can be divided into several smaller rooms. The Dynasty Tower has several rooms ranging from 320 to 2,538 square feet. The casino also houses the Agape Wedding Chapel on the main floor. The chapel can accommodate up to 30 guests plus the bridal party at no extra charge. Larger weddings with up to 350 guests can be arranged in advance. The chapel is also a florist selling real and silk flower arrangements.
Siena Hotel Spa Casino
877-SIENA-33 or 775-32-SIENA ext.5855
One South Lake St, Reno
The Siena Hotel Spa Casino is located on the banks of the Truckee River. The casino has 11,000 square feet of flexible event space. The 7,008 square feet Sienna Ballroom is surrounded by windows with gorgeous views. The ballroom can seat up to 675 people for a reception. The casino also has flexible meeting rooms that range from 338 to 1,302 square feet.
Sierra Arts
775-329-2787
Suite 120, 17 South Virginia Street, Reno
Sierra Arts is located at the Riverside Artistic Lofts in downtown Reno. Sierra Arts has a large gallery room that can accommodate receptions of up to 120 people. The gallery has permanent and rotating exhibits including painting, printmaking, sculpture and photography. The gallery includes a piano and Sierra Arts can provide contact information for musicians to hire for events. Sierra Arts also has a full kitchen and a conference room.
Silver Legacy Resort Casino
800-687-8733
407 N. Virginia Street, Reno
The Silver Legacy has 50,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space. The Grande Exposition Hall ballroom is 19,360 square feet. The Silver Legacy is also adjacent to the Reno Events Center, which has 56,000 square feet of event space. The Eldorado and Circus Circus, which are joined to the Silver Legacy via skywalks, also have additional event space.
Tamarack Junction
775-852-3600
13101 S. Virgina St., Reno
Tamarack Junction is a friendly casino with great food and gaming. The casino has large indoor banquet rooms for parties and events that will hold up to 120 guests. The casino also has an outdoor facility with a patio and gazebo that will hold over 100 guests.
Tannenbaum Events Center
775-849-7688
20007 Mt. Rose Hwy, Reno, NV
The Tannenbaum Events Center is located between Reno and Incline Village, fifteen minutes from the Reno Tahoe Airport. The event center has 4,500 square feet of indoor banquet space and can accommodate up to 250 people. Tannenbaum also provides a scenic outdoor setting for events.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
More Locations
Have a recommendation for a great place to hold an event? Send it over to submissions@gophotoevents.com. Let us know why this particular place is special. We’ll add worthy venues to our lists. Event venue listings are free.
Event Venues in Spokane, Washington
July 16, 2009
Spokane is located in northeast Washington in the heart of the Inland Northwest. Spokane is the second largest city in Washington. The Spokane River runs through downtown with waterfalls on the western end of the city. Riverfront Park is in the center of the city. Outdoor lovers will find plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as skiing, rafting, camping, hiking and boating right outside of town. More information about Spokane.
Angelica’s Bed and Breakfast
509- 324-8428
1321 W 9th Avenue, Spokane
Angelica’s Bed and Breakfast is a historic 1907 Craftsman home. Angelica’s offers wedding and reception packages, which include use of the bridal suite and grooms room, tables, chairs and dishes, and setup and cleanup. The one-day package also includes an hour rehearsal and can include the rehearsal dinner for an additional fee. The one-night package includes all four rooms (8 guests) at the bed and breakfast for the night before the ceremony, use of the facility the evening before the wedding for the rehearsal, use of the facility for the rehearsal dinner, and snacks and drinks for the Bridal Suite and Grooms Room. Tents, alcohol, Banquet Permit, bartender, officiant, linen, butlering staff and catering staff are also available.
Anthony’s Restaurant
509-328-9009
510 N Lincoln, Spokane
Anthony’s Restaurant in Spokane has a private dining room available to rent for banquets with views of Spokane Falls. The room will seat 12 to 50 guests for sit down dining or accommodate 60 for a reception. Anthony’s also has several other sites throughout Washington with accommodations for parties of up to 150 guests.
Arbor Crest Wine Cellars
509-927-9463
4705 N Fruithill Rd, Spokane
Arbor Crest Wine Cellars features the Arbor Crest Cliff House, a 1924 three story house surrounded by an arched gatekeepers house, a sunken rose garden, a pagoda, flower and herb gardens and a life sized checkerboard. The house is 2,950 square feet with the largest room being 1,500 square feet. For indoor events, the house can accommodate up to sixty people. For outdoor receptions, the grounds can accommodate up to 1,445 people.
Avista Stadium
509-343-6886
602 N Havana St, Spokane
The Avista Stadium is home to the Spokane Indians baseball team. The stadium holds nearly one hundred events per year and has seating for 7,000 people. Groups interested in attending a baseball game can rent one of the stadium’s group areas. The Grotto has forty seats by the right field foul pole. The Bud Bullpen has 80 seats and a concession area by the right foul line. A private twenty person skybox is also available.
Barrister Winery
509-465-3591
1213 W Railroad Avenue, Spokane
Barrister Winery is located in a historic 100 year-old brick building in downtown Spokane, Washington. The winery has a 3,000 square foot room available for events. The room has a reception capacity of 175, a banquet capacity of 150, and a theater or classroom capacity of 75 people.
Beacon Hill Catering and Events
509-482-3556
4848 E Wellesley, Spokane
Beacon Hill Catering and Events is located on 200 acres just minutes from downtown Spokane. The clubhouse has banquet space for up to 200 guests for indoor events. For outdoor events, the grounds can hold an unlimited number of guests. The setting is ideal for all sorts of events such as weddings, corporate picnics, holiday parties, retreats, business meetings, birthday parties, anniversaries, and graduations.
Bear Creek Lodge
509-238-9114
24817 N Mt Spokane Park Dr, Mead
Bear Creek Lodge is located at the entrance of Mt Spokane State Park. The rustic lodge has fifteen rooms with a sleeping capacity of 46 people. The lodge has a large outdoor garden with seating capacity of 300 guests available for events. Event packages are available that include exclusive use of the lodge, dinner for 100 guests, coffee, punch, and tea, table linens, bartender and optional rooms with breakfast for thirty guests.
Bluz at the Bend
509-483-1324
2721 N Market, Spokane
Bluz at the Bend is a great venue for comedy, live music and dancing. The upstairs showroom is available for private parties to rent for all sorts of events. The showroom seats up to 100 people with a full bar and catering available. Live entertainment can be booked for events at Bluz at the Bend including music, comedy, magic, puppetry, and hypnosis.
CenterPlace at Mirabeau Point Park
509-688-0300
2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane
CenterPlace is located on the 54 acre Mirabeau Point Park and is home of the Spokane Valley Senior Center, and the City Parks and Recreation Department. CenterPlace has a great room with a dining capacity of 400 and an upstairs dance floor that will accommodate about 150 people. The facility has a full commercial kitchen, conference rooms, and classrooms.
CI Shenanigans
509-455-6690
332 N Spokane Falls Ct, Spokane
CI Shenanigans is located in central Spokane, a short walk or drive from anywhere downtown. The restaurant can accommodate banquets with up to 120 people. The restaurant has three banquet rooms available. The largest can accommodate 40 to 60 guests depending on the set up.
Clinkerdagger
509-328-5965
621 W Mallon, Spokane
Clinkerdagger is a fine restaurant specializing in seafood and steak located in downtown Spokane by the falls. The restaurant can accommodate groups of up to 40 people when booked in advance.
Comfort Inn- University District/ Downtown
509-535-9000
923 E 3rd Avenue, Spokane
The Comfort Inn is located conveniently in downtown Spokane and features beautiful views of the city. The inn has four meeting rooms. The largest is 910 square feet and can accommodate 101 people for a reception. The second largest room can accommodate 67 people for a reception. The smaller two rooms have Wi-Fi and High Speed Internet and can accommodate 43 and 53 people for a reception. The flexible rooms can also be arranged in classroom, theater, banquet and u-shape setups.
Courtyard Spokane
509-456-7600
401 N Riverpoint Blvd, Spokane
The Courtyard Spokane is located on the banks of the Spokane River adjacent to the Convention Center. The Courtyard has three meeting rooms totaling 1,418 square feet. The largest meeting room has 637 square feet with a maximum seating capacity of 40 people. The Courtyard can help plan any event from weddings to corporate functions. Catering is available.
Davenport Hotel and Tower
509-455-8888
10 S Post, Spokane
The Davenport Hotel is located in downtown Spokane. The hotel has over 33,000 square feet of meeting space. The Grand Pennington Ballroom is 6,253 square feet and can accommodate up to 620 guests. The Hall of the Doges serves as the Foyer to the Grand Pennington Ballroom. The hall was completed in 1904 and was carefully moved to the current position during the hotel’s restoration in 2002. The 2,976 hall can accommodate up to 300 guests for receptions. The Marie Antoinette Ballroom is 4,380 square feet and features three exquisite 1914 chandeliers. The ballroom can accommodate up to 320 guests. The Isabella Ballroom was originally the dining room for the hotel. The 3,177 ballroom can accommodate up to 300 guests. The Early Bird Room has a built in dance floor and can accommodate up to 250 people. The Elizabethan Room is 2,200 square feet and can accommodate up to 200 people. Smaller meeting rooms are also available that can accommodate between 8 and 80 people.
Doubletree Hotel Spokane City Center
509-455-9600
322 North Spokane Falls Court, Spokane
The Doubletree Hotel is located in downtown Spokane on the Spokane River and is connected with a sky bridge to the Convention Center. The hotel has 21,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space including two ballrooms, five conference rooms and a boardroom. The Grand Ballroom measures 140’ x 72’ and can accommodate up to 1,800 guests. The Spokane Falls Ballroom measures 42’ x 80’ and can accommodate up to 400 guests. Catering is available.
E.J. Roberts Mansion Bed and Breakfast
509-456-8839
1923 W 1st Avenue, Spokane
The Queen Victorian style E.J. Roberts Mansion was built in 1889. The mansion is a great place to hold all sorts of events including weddings. The largest room is 816 square feet and can accommodate up to 50 guests. Outdoor events can also be held on the exquisite grounds.
Far West Billiards
509-455-3429
1001 W 1st Avenue, Spokane
Far West Billiards is hosted in the historic Montvale Hotel in downtown Spokane. Far West Billiards provides a unique atmosphere for parties and group events. The venue can accommodate up to 175 people and can provide food from light hors d’oeuvres to prime rib dinners.
Glover Mansion
509-459-0000
321 W 8th Avenue, Spokane
The Glover Mansion was built in 1888 for James Glover. The mansion is over 12,000 square feet. The mansion can host events with up to 275 guests. The Grand Hall has 25-foot ceilings and is surrounded by a mezzanine with a private balcony. The mansion also has an intimate garden with a covered patio area that makes a perfect setting for wedding ceremonies.
Knitting Factory Concert House
509-244-3279 ext. 3
919 W. Sprague Ave., Spokane
The Knitting Factory Concert House is available for special events including private parties, receptions and corporate functions. The venue is located in downtown Spokane and is stocked with tables, chairs, table linens and party decorations. The venue can offer live entertainment for events, djs, a great douns and lighting system, in-house video system, and in-house catering. The lounge can comfortably seat 100+ people and the showroom often holds events with over 1,500 people.
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
509-468-1895
7117 N Division, Spokane
The Golden Corral Buffet and Grill serves over 165 choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Spokane Restaurant has a 450 square foot banquet room that can accommodate up to 36 people.
Hampton Inn Spokane
509-747-1100
2010 S Assembly Rd, Spokane
The Hampton Inn Spokane has four multifunction meeting rooms available for events totaling over 2,000 square feet. The inn has conference facilities for up to 107 people. Full service catering is available for events.
Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport
509-244-5866
9015 W SR Hwy 2, Spokane
The Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport is just ½ mile from the Spokane Airport. The hotel has conference facilities for up to 100 people. The largest room measures 28’ x 61’ and can be arranged in a variety of set-ups to accommodate up to 110 people. The hotel also offers full service catering for events.
Hotel Lusso
509-747-9750
808 W Sprague, Spokane
The Hotel Lusso is a stylish boutique hotel located in downtown Spokane. The hotel has a 1,320 square foot ballroom that will accommodate up to 104 people for banquets and events. The hotel also has a 574 square foot room that will accommodate twenty-four people.
INB Performing Arts Center
509-279-7000
334 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane
The INB Performing arts Center is a multi-use center that will accommodate up to 2,700 guests with spaces available from 550 square feet to up to 14,000 square feet. The facility has been used for symphony concerts, ballet, opera, road shows, country and rock music concerts, musical stage productions, travelogues, conventions and lectures.
Liberty Lake Inn
509-755-1111
1816 N Pepper Ln, Liberty Lake
The Best Western Peppertree Liberty Lake Inn is located ten minutes from downtown Spokane. The inn has two meeting rooms available for events. The Liberty Lake Room can accommodate 60 people in a classroom setup or 100 in a theater setup. The Breakfast Room can accommodate 30 people in a classroom setup.
Lincoln Center
509-327-8000
1316 N Lincoln St, Spokane
The Lincoln Center features Art Deco inspired interior design and modern technology. The center has several rooms available to rent for all sorts of events including weddings, parties, and corporate functions. The Monroe Ballroom is 3,640 square feet or 5,200 square feet with the Mezzanine. The Monroe Ballroom can accommodate up to 325 guests. The Foyer is 1,300 square feet and can accommodate 50 guests. The Lincoln Ballroom is 3,920 square feet or 6,300 square feet with the Mezzanine. The Lincoln Ballroom can accommodate up to 650 guests. The Landau Conference Room is 990 square feet and can accommodate up to 123 people. The library is 805 square feet and can accommodate up to 70 people. The Boardroom is 276 square feet and can accommodate up to 24 people. The Art Gallery is 864 square feet and can accommodate up to 65 people.
Longhorn Barbecue
509-838-8372
7611 W Sunset Hwy, Spokane
The Longhorn Barbecue is located on Highway 2. The barbecue has banquet facilities for up to 70 people. Catering is also available for events.
Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox
509-624-5992
1001 W Sprague, Spokane
The 1931 Martin Woldson Theater was restored in 2,000. The 1600-seat theater has small and large spaces available to rent for all sorts of events. The theater is available for weddings with seating for up to 250 people. Separate spaces are available for the ceremony and reception.
Milford’s Fish House
509-326-7251
719 N Monroe, Spokane
Milford’s Fish House features turn of the century charm along with memorable dining and attentive service. The restaurant has two private dining rooms. The larger will accommodate up to forty guests. The smaller will accommodate up to fourteen.
Mirabeau Park Hotel and Convention Center
509-924-9000
1100 N Sullivan Rd, Spokane Valley
The Mirabeau Park Hotel has over 17,000 square feet of convention space. The Mirabeau Park Ballroom measures 8,832 square feet and can accommodate a reception with up to 1,200 people. The property offers a lovely setting for weddings with a choice of either a romantic outdoor courtyard setting or a formal indoor ballroom. Catering is available for events of all sizes.
Montvale Hotel
509-747-1919
1005 W 1st Ave, Spokane
The historic Montvale Hotel was built in 1899 and includes the Catacombs Pub in what was once the hotel’s boiler room. The motel has two meeting and conference rooms that will accommodate up to 20 people. The Catacombs Pub is also available for events.
Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute
509-327-3441
4000 W Randolph Rd, Spokane
Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute is a park like setting for events such as meetings, banquets, reunions and weddings. The venue has indoor settings for up to 450 people and a lovely outdoor setting for up to 300. Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute is located on over 90 acres and has lodging also available.
Northern Quest Resort and Casino
509-242-7000
100 N Hayford Rd, Airway Heights
The Pend Oreille Pavillion at Northern Quest Resort and Casino has rooms available to accommodate groups from 50 to 800 guests. The venue makes a great setting for banquets, conferences, meetings and trade shows. A dance floor and stage are available.
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture
509-456-3931
2316 W 1st Avenue, Spokane
The Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture has five galleries, an orientation gallery, a cage, a store, an outdoor amphitheater, an education center, a community room, and more. The museum features American Indian artifacts, regional history and visual arts. The museum has eight rooms available to rent for private functions. The largest can accommodate up to 300 people.
Oxford Suites Downtown
509-353-9000
115 W North River Dr, Spokane
The Oxford Suites Downtown is located on the Spokane River near Riverfront Park. The hotel has a 1,352 square foot conference room that can accommodate up to 85 people in a theater sett-up and up to 60 for receptions. The hotel also has a 364 square foot board room and a 286 square foot board room. Catering is available.
Oxford Suites Spokane Valley
509-847-1000
15015 E Indiana Avenue, Spokane Valley
Oxford Suites Spokane Valley overlooks the Spokane River and is next to the Centennial Trail and the Spokane Valley Mall. The hotel has a 1,377 square foot meeting room that can seat up to 100 people in a theater set-up. The hotel also has a 253 square foot meeting room. Catering is available.
Quality Inn Downtown 4th Avenue
509-838-6101
110 E 4th Avenue, Spokane
The Quality Inn Downtown 4th Avenue is less than one mile from several hospitals, minutes from Gonzaga University, Manito Park, Riverfront Park, the Metropolitan Performing Arts Center, the Spokane Convention Center and the INB Performing Arts Center. Downtown is within walking distance from the hotel. The hotel has four meeting areas ranging from 450 to 1500 square feet with a seating capacity of 150 people.
Ramada Spokane Airport
509-838-5211
8909 Airport Dr, Spokane, WA 99224
The Ramada Spokane Airport is located within walking distance of the Spokane Airport. The hotel has a fitness room, an indoor pool, a hot tub, a wading pool, a seasonal outdoor heated pool, and an indoor 108-foot waterslide. The hotel has several meeting rooms including a 3,010 square foot room that can accommodate up to 225 people. Several smaller rooms are also available ranging from 300 to 1,984 square feet.
Red Lion Hotel at the Park
509-326-8000
303 W North River Dr, Spokane
The Red Lion Hotel at the Park is located on the Spokane River, just over a footbridge from downtown Spokane. The hotel has 30,000 square feet of deluxe meeting and banquet space in 19 rooms that range from 460 to 9,800 square feet. The largest room, the Riverfront Ballroom can accommodate up to 1,300 guests. Catering is available for events.
Red Lion River Inn
509-326-5577
700 N Division, Spokane
The Red Lion River Inn is located at the North Bank of the Spokane River, just steps from Riverfront Park and the Centennial Trail. The inn has meeting and banquet rooms totaling 3,000 square feet. The largest, the Shoreline Ballroom, is 2,764 square feet and can accommodate 250 people in a theater set-up. The ballroom can be split into two separate rooms for smaller events. The Clearwater Room is 546 square feet and the Northridge Room is 360 square feet.
Riverfront Park
509-625-6601
507 N Howard, Spokane
Riverfront Park is 100 acres located in downtown Spokane. The park has an IMAX Theatre, a gondola skyride over the falls, a historic 1909 Looff Carrousel, ice skating in winter, mini-golf, amusement rides, a pavilion restaurant, and a park tour train. The park has multiple locations for events. The Floating Stage can accommodate up to 25 people. The concrete stairs beyond the stage can accommodate a larger crowd. Canada Island can be rented for outdoor events with up to 150 people. The Forestry Pavilion shelter can accommodate up to 300 guests and the surrounding area can accommodate up to 600. The Northbank Shelter is also available to rent for events. Catering is available.
Rockin B Ranch
509-891-9016
3912 Spokane Bridge Rd, Liberty Lake
The Rockin B Ranch presents a great cowboy supper show along with musical offerings. The ranch has a 9,600 square room available for events that will accommodate up to 300 people. The outdoor picnic area can accommodate up to 1,200 people. Catering is available for events.
Spokane Arena
509-279-7000
720 W Mallon Ave, Spokane
The Spokane Arena is a 12,500-seat venue with 16 luxury suites available for private parties to watch the game. The arena also has several meeting rooms. The 5,525 square foot Champions Meeting Room can accommodate up to 640 people. The 3,800 square foot Les Schwab Meeting Room can accommodate up to 200 people. The 800 square foot Spotlight Landing can accommodate up to 100 people. The Absalut Grill is also available to rent. Catering is available for events.
Spokane Civic Theater
509-325-1413
1020 N Howard, Spokane
The Spokane Civic Theater has two theaters. The Main Stage seats 339 people and has a proscenium stage. The Studio Theater seats 96. The theaters are available to rent only when not in use for regular productions.
Spokane Convention Center
509-279-7000
334 West Spokane Falls Boulevard, Spokane
The Spokane Convention Center is located on the Spokane River and features gorgeous views of Riverfront Park. The convention center has multiple settings for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, parties and other events, including a roof deck patio, two ballrooms and intimate river view rooms. The center can accommodate weddings with 25 to 1000 guests. The convention center has 320,000 square feet of meeting space including 24 meeting rooms, a 25,310 square foot ballroom, and a 13,730 square foot junior ballroom. The roof deck patio will accommodate 500 guests with views of the river and Riverfront Park. Catering is available.
Spokane County Fair and Expo Center
509-477-1766
404 North Havana St, Ste 1, Spokane Valley
The Spokane County Fair and Expo Center is located five miles from downtown Spokane. The center covers 97 acres and is available for trade shows, entertainment, equine and agricultural events. The center has 127,428 square feet of exhibit space, four arenas, a covered grandstand, a RV Park and plenty of parking. The center is adjacent to the Avista Stadium.
St Joseph Family Center
509-483-6495
1016 N Superior St, Spokane
The St Joseph Family Center is located on 3 landscaped acres on the Spokane River bordering the Centennial Trail. The center provides a great setting for peaceful corporate or private retreats and events. Facilities include a boardroom, meeting space, two classrooms, a beautiful chapel, and two 10-bedroom retreat houses with kitchens, a meditation garden, and spacious grounds.
Warehouse Athletic Facility
509-484-2670
800 N Hamilton, Spokane
The Warehouse is available to rent for all sorts of events including fund raisers, trade-shows, seminars, auctions, wedding receptions, and dances. The Warehouse has 31,600 square feet of meeting space available. The largest room is 20,000 square feet and can accommodate 598 people for a reception.
Whitworth University
509-777-3287
300 W Hawthorne Rd, Spokane
Whitworth University is located on 200 acres of forested land in north Spokane. The campus has fifty classrooms and meeting areas with seating from 10 to 1,169. In addition, the campus has six residence halls with 800 beds. Banquet and catering facilities are available. The university has an indoor pool, tennis and basketball courts, a running track, and hiking trails.
Wingate by Windham
509-838-3226
2726 S Flint Rd, Spokane
Wingate by Windham has a large meeting room with seating for up to 60 people. The hotel also has a boardroom with seating for 12 people. Rooms include high speed Internet. Catering is available.
Wonderland Family Fun Center
509-468-4386
10515 N Division, Spokane
Wonderland Family Fun Center is located on over five acres in north Spokane. Wonderland can accommodate events with groups of all sizes from 20 to 200 including food and entertainment. Group sales are available for Mini Golf, Bumper Boats, Go-Carts, Laser Tag and Arcade Games. Wonderland makes a fun setting for birthdays and other parties.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
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Event Venues in Olympia, Washington
July 14, 2009
Olympia is the capital of Washington State. The city was named after the majestic Olympia Mountains, which are visible to the north on a clear day. The city has mild winters and warm summers and makes an ideal location for outdoor recreation. Olympia is just one hour south of Seattle. More information about Olympia.
Abigail Stuart House
360-753-9921
1002 Washington St SE, Olympia
The Abigail Stuart House is owned and used by the Woman’s Club of Olympia. The historic house is available to rent for weddings, banquets, parties, recitals, conferences, lectures and all sorts of other events. The first floor can accommodate 150 people and includes a large meeting room that is also often used as a ballroom. The second floor can accommodate an additional 50 people and includes a dance studio.
Art House Designs
360-943-3377
420 Franklin St SE # B, Olympia
Art House Designs is a gallery featuring contemporary art. The gallery provides a space for artists exhibitions and is available to rent for private events. The gallery has a maximum occupancy of 80 and a grand piano is available for events for an additional fee.
Briggs Community YMCA
360-753-6576
1530 Yelm Highway SE, Olympia
The Briggs Community YMCA has two heated indoor pools, a hot tub, changing rooms, an adventure zone, a fitness room, a climbing wall, a gymnasium with basketball courts, and a multipurpose room. The facility is available to rent for private parties, meetings and special events.
Capital Playhouse
360-943-2744
612 4th Ave E, Olympia
The Capital Playhouse is located in downtown Olympia. The Playhouse has a 125-seat black box theater that is available to rent for events when not in use for regular productions. A stage, lighting, and sound equipment are available for use with the theater.
Capitol Theater
360-754-6670
206 5th Ave SE, Olympia
The Capitol Theater is a historic 1924 film and performance venue that was originally built for use with silent films and vaudeville. The theater currently runs films, holds live music events, and has a small art gallery. The theater seats 772 people or can hold 1,100 for standing events. The theater also has a smaller performance area that holds up to 150 people standing.
Columbian Hall
360-491-7292
6794 Martin Way E, Lacey
Columbia hall is a perfect hall for events including banquets, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, trade shows, parties and company dinners. The hall can accommodate 473 people. The hall has a small stage in the main room and a small kitchen. Chairs and tables are available for events.
Grand Holiday Ballroom
360-570-1220
1522 4th Ave E, Olympia
The Grand Holiday Ballroom event facility includes 3,300 square foot ballroom with a capacity of 225 people. The 3,100 square foot Grand Hall has a capacity of 150 people. The 1,600 square foot East Room has a capacity of 150 people. The Fireside Room and Garden Patio each have a capacity of 40 people. The facility makes a great location for weddings and receptions with a chapel that will seat 225 guests and the use of the Grand Hall for the reception and dancing.
Hands On Children’s Museum
360-956-0818
106 11th Ave SW, Olympia
The Hands On Children’s Museum is a fun place to hold events such as birthday and holiday parties, anniversaries, receptions, showers and reunions. The museum has five hands-on exhibit galleries and can accommodate up to three hundred people. Party and activity rooms are available for smaller events.
LBA Park
360-753-8380
3333 Morse-Merryman Rd. SE, Olympia
3500 Amhurst St. SE , Olympia
The LBA Park was developed in 1974 as a cooperative arrangement between Olympia and the Little Baseball Association. The baseball association donated the 22 + acres of land and the city built the facilities. The park has picnic areas, a playground, basketball and tennis courts, athletic fields and a running track. The park’s picnic shelter is available to rent for events.
Olympia Center
360-753-8380
222 Columbia St. NW, Olympia.
The Olympia Center is centrally located. The center is home to the Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation Department. The center has two fully equipped kitchens, a large event room with a stage and private entrance, and nine meeting rooms. The large event room has a capacity of 300 people or 250 with chairs and tables.
Olympia Little Theater
360-786-9484
1925 Miller Ave NE, Olympia
The Olympia Little Theater was founded in 1939 and is the oldest live theater in Olympia. The theater has seating for 100 people and is available to rent for events when not in use for scheduled performances. Professional stage lighting and sound is available for use with the theater.
Performing Arts Center at Olympia High School
360-596-7019
1302 North Street, Olympia
The Performing Arts Center at Olympia High School is available to rent for private events. The theater can accommodate an audience of 700+ people with seats in the orchestra and additional seats in rotating areas. The theater has a 48’ proscenium stage. A backstage area is also available.
Priest Point Park
360-753-8380
2600 East Bay Dr. NE, Olympia
Priest Point Park is 314 acres that includes a mile of saltwater shoreline, Ellis Cove and view of Olympia and the State Capital Buildings. The park has nature trails, picnic areas, a playground and a basketball court. The park has three picnic shelters available to rent as well as a rose garden.
Washington Center for the Performing Arts
360-753-8586
512 Washington St SE, Olympia
The Washington Center for the Performing Arts is home to many of the regions finest performing arts programs. The center is also available to rent for receptions, meetings, video shoots, public presentations and all sorts of other events. The center can accommodate two separate events concurrently or the entire venue can be rented. The Mainstage is a proscenium theater with four-levels that can seat 987 people. The theater has a large green room, four dressing rooms, and a production office. The theater’s three-level lobby that can accommodate up to 400 people and can be rented with or without the theater. The Black Box theater can seat up to 125 people or provide standing room for 200. The Black Box has a small adjacent lobby and dressing room.
Yauger Park
360-753-8380
3100 Capital Mall Dr. SW, Olympia
530 Alta St. SW, Olympia
Yauger Park includes nearly 40 acres and serves as a community park and a stormwater detention area. The park has picnic areas, nature trails, a playground, a basketball court, athletic fields, a running track, horseshoes, a skate court, and a disc golf course. The park has a reservable picnic shelter for events.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
More Locations
Have a recommendation for a great place to hold an event? Send it over to submissions@gophotoevents.com. Let us know why this particular place is special. We’ll add worthy venues to our lists. Event venue listings are free.
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Event Venues in Seattle, Washington
July 13, 2009
Located between the Puget Sound and Lake Washington, Seattle has the largest population of any city in the Northwestern United States. The city is known for its mild but wet climate with frequent rain. Seattle has an active performing arts scene that includes the Seattle Symphony Orchestra, the Seattle Opera, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and the 5th Avenue Theater. Seattle is also home to the Grunge movement as the hometown of bands including Nirvana, Alice and Chains, Pearl Jam, Sound Garden and Mudhoney. Visitors to Seattle should be sure to visit the Woodland Park Zoo and the Seattle Aquarium as well as some of Seattle’s many museums and galleries. Sports fans will enjoy a Mariners baseball game or a Seahawks football game. More information on Seattle.
Acalia
206-297-9634
301 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle
Acalia is located in the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle. Acalia is an elegant setting with glass atrium ceilings that provide natural light and views. A gated outdoor terrace provides space for dining, dancing or a grilling event. Catering is available.
Alki Beach Park
206-684-4075
1702 Alki Ave. SW, Seattle
Alki Beach Park includes a long beach strip that runs from Alki Point to Duwamish Head on Elliott Bay. The park has a picnic shelter available to rent for events with a capacity of 75 people. Two blocks south of Alki Beach Park is the Alki Community Center located at 5817 SW Stevens Street. The center can accommodate between 40 and 150 people depending on the room. The center has classrooms, gymnasiums and a kitchen.
Ballard Community Center
206-684-4093
6020 28th Ave. NW Center, Seattle
The Ballard Community Center is located in the heart of Ballard. The center has a small kitchen and multiple rooms that can accommodate between 12 and 170 guests. The center’s large room has floor to ceiling windows, wood floors, and a wall of mirrors. The center also has a kid’s room that is great for birthday parties. The center’s gym can accommodate up to 380 people.
Bell Harbor International Conference Center
206-441-6666
Pier 66, 2211 Alaskan Way, Seattle
Bell Harbor International Conference Center is a waterfront property with magnificent views of Seattle, the Olympic Mountains and Mt Rainier. The center has 100,000 square feet of conference, meeting and special event space for groups from five to 5,000 people. The conference has indoor and outdoor options with a variety of flexible floor plans for all sorts of events. Catering is available.
Bitter Lake Community Center
206-684-7524
13035 Linden Ave N Center, Seattle
The Bitter Lake Community Center has an elegant large room with wood floors, a wall of mirrors and access to an outdoor patio. The large room can accommodate between 170 and 200 people. The center has a gym that will accommodate up to 200 people and makes a great setting for athletics and large events. Small rooms to accommodate up to 20 people are also available.
Cedarbrook Conference Center
206-901-9268
18525 36th Ave S, Seattle
The Cedarbrook Conference Center offers a quiet, secluded environment on eighteen acres, conveniently located just a five minute drive from the Seattle airport. The center has superb landscaping and northwest décor that provides a romantic setting for weddings and receptions. The Stuffed Mushroom Dining Room is 4,380 square feet and can accommodate up to 175 guests for a banquet or 200 for a reception. The Evergreen Moon Lawn is 1,800 square feet and can accommodate up to 100 guests for a banquet or 200 for a reception. The center also has guestrooms for overnight guests. Catering is available.
Delridge Community Center
206-684-7423
4501 Delridge Way SW Center, Seattle
The Delridge Community Center has a large kitchen and two mid sized rooms that can accommodate up to 52 people each. The center also has a large room that will accommodate up to 103 people. The center’s gym will accommodate up to 435 people.
Discovery Park
206-386-4236
3801 W Government Way
Seattle, WA 98199-1014
Discovery Park is the largest park in Seattle at 534 acres. The park is conveniently located between downtown Seattle and Ballard. The park’s Environmental Learning Center has space available to rent for retreats, parties, meetings, weddings, memorials and other ceremonies including indoor rooms and a scenic courtyard area. The 1,150 square foot Judge Vorhees Room can be combined with the classrooms to accommodate up to 65 people. The 1,000 square foot classrooms individually seat twenty-five. Chairs and tables are included with rentals.
Garfield Community Center
206-684-4788
2323 East Cherry St. Center
The Garfield Community Center is located in Seattle’s Central District. The community center has rooms to accommodate between 45 and 45 people as well as a large kitchen.
Gas Works Park
206-684-4075
2101 N Northlake Way, Seattle
Gas Works Park is a twenty-acre park on Lake Union that was once plant to manufacture gas from coal. The site was reopened as a park in 1975. The old boiler house was converted into a picnic shelter with tables, grills and an open area. The exhauster-compressor building was turned into a children’s play barn with a maze of brightly painted machinery. The park has two picnic shelters, each with a capacity of 100 people. The park can accommodate parties of up to 400 people.
Golden Gardens Park Bathhouse
206-684-7254
8498 Seaview Pl. NW, Seattle
The Golden Gardens Bathhouse is located a a spectacular waterfront location with a forested hillside to the east and a sandy beach to the west. The bathhouse is 14 minutes from downtown Seattle, west of the Ballard neighborhood. The bathhouse is warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The Main Hall can accommodate 295 people standing or 140 people seated. The hall has cathedral ceilings with skylights that provide natural lighting. In addition, the Wet Classroom is available to use for simple food preparation and a small conference room is also available. Amenities include tables, chairs, a dry erase board and easil, and a small portable stage. A children’s play area, beach volleyball and fire pits are available near the bathhouse.
Green Lake Community Center
206-684-0780
7201 E Green Lake Dr. N, Seattle
Green Lake Community Center is home to the Evans Pool. The community center has a small kitchen and two mid sized rooms that can accommodate up to 65 people each. The center’s gym can accommodate up to 240 people. The pool is also available to rent for private parties and birthday packages with use of the pool are available.
Hiawatha Community Center
206-684-7441
2700 California Ave. SW Center
Hiawatha Community Center is located in the heart of the Admiral District in West Seattle. The park has a wading pool near the community center. The community center has a small kitchen, three small rooms that can accommodate up to ten people each, a large room that can accommodate up to 150 and a gym that can accommodate up to 275.
High Point Community Center
206-684-7422
6920 34th Ave. SW Center, Seattle
The High Point Community Center has a large kitchen. The center has small rooms that accommodate 10 to 29 people, a mid-sized room that accommodates 49 people, and a large room that accommodates up to 184 people. The center’s gym can accommodate up to 376 people.
International District/ Chinatown Community Center
206-233-0042
719 8th Ave S Center, Seattle
The International District / Chinatown Community Center is an exciting new community center located in the International district of Seattle. The center has a small kitchen, a small room to accommodate 37 people, a mid-sized room to accommodate 48 and a large room ro accommodate 135. The center’s gym can accommodate up to 395 people.
Jefferson Community Center
206-684-7481
3801 Beacon Ave. S Center , Seattle
The Jefferson Community Center is located on Beacon Hill in Jefferson Park. The center has a small kitchen, a small room that can accommodate 20 people, two mid-sized rooms that can accommodate up to 50 people each and a large room that will accommodate 110 people. The center’s gym can accommodate up to 300 people. The facility has a pottery studio, a printmaking studio, a lapidary room, a game room, a basketball court, lighted tennis courts, a children’s play area, and playfields.
Lake Union Park and Naval Reserve Building
206-684-7254
860 Terry Ave N, Seattle
Lake Union Park and Naval Reserve Building is located on the south end of Lake Union. The building has various rooms that can accommodate small meetings to 1,000 person events. The Great Hall is 13,500 square feet of open space with hardwood floors, a second floor mezzanine, large windows and doors that open onto the Historic Ships Warf. The Officers Club is 1,200 square feet and has hardwood floors and spectacular views of Lake Union and Gasworks Park. Other small meeting rooms can accommodate between 10 and 50 people each. The Historic Ships Wharf can also be rented for parties and events.
Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center
206-684-4757
104 17th Ave S. Center, Seattle
The Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center is located in the Central Area neighborhood in Seattle. The center provides a home for artistic and cultural expression. The theater at the center can accommodate up to 285 people. The center also has a small room that can accommodate 45 people and a large hall that can accommodate 150 sitting or 290 people standing. The center has a large kitchen for food prep.
Laurelhurst Community Center
206-684-7529
4554 NE 41st St. Center, Seattle
The Laurelhurst Community Center has a large kitchen for food prep. The center has a small room that can accommodate 37 people, a mid-sized room that can accommodate 48 people and a large room that can accommodate 72 people. The facility has a playground, pottery studio and gymnasium.
Loyal Heights Community Center
206-684-4052
2101 NW 77th St. Center
The Loyal Heights Community Center has two upstairs rooms that can accommodate up to 75 people each with wood floors and views of the fields outside. The center also has smaller meeting rooms, a small kitchen, and a gym that can accommodate up to 400 people for large events. The center is home to the Ross Playfield Shelterhouse, which has wide doors that roll open to provide access to an adjacent children’s play area, grass field and baseball diamond.
Magnolia Community Center
206-386-4235
2550 34th Ave. W Center, Seattle
The Magnolia Community Center is located in Northwest Seattle. The Center has two mid-sized rooms that can accommodate up to 50 people each, a small kitchen and two large rooms that can accommodate up to 100 people each. The gymnasium at the center can accommodate up to 360 people. A playground and playfield are also available at the park.
Maritime Event Center
206-441-6666
2211 Alaskan Way, Pier 66, Seattle
The Maritime Event Center is a waterfront museum of nautical exhibits. The museum can accommodate between sixty and six hundred people for events and receptions. The museum has high ceilings, intimate gathering places, meeting rooms and spacious galleries. The museum also offers wonderful views of Elliot Bay and Seattle’s Skyline. Catering is available.
Meadowbrook Community Center
206-684-7522
10517 35th Ave. NE Center, Seattle
The Meadowbrook Community Center is located in Northeast Seattle. The center has a large kitchen, two small meeting rooms that can accommodate 10 people each, seven mid-sized meeting rooms that can accommodate 50 people each and a large meeting room that can accommodate 150 people. The gymnasium at the center can accommodate up to 400 people. The Meadowbrook Pool is also available to rent for private parties.
Miller Community Center
206-684-4753
330 19th Ave. E Center, Seattle
The Miller Community Center is located in Capital Hill. The center has a large kitchen, three small rooms that will accommodate 15-30 people each, two mid-sized rooms that will accommodate 75 people each and a large room that will accommodate 150 people. The gym at the center will accommodate 429 people. The Community Center has a basketball court, and game room with pool and fooseball tables. The Miller Playfield Wading Pool is located in Miller Park southeast of the Community Center entrance. Miller Park also has a playground and soccer field.
Montlake Community Center
206-684-4736
1618 E Calhoun St. Center, Seattle
The Montlake Community Center has a large kitchen. The center has a small meeting room that will accommodate 25 people, a mid-sized meeting room that will accommodate 60 and a large room that will accommodate 157. The center also has a gymnasium that will accommodate 300 people. The center also has a playground a pottery studio.
Moss Bay Event Center
206-652-5548
1001 Fairview Ave. North Suite 1200, Seattle
Moss Bay Events Center is located on the waterfront of South Lake Union. The center can accommodate up to 200 guests for events such as business meetings, parties, reunions, weddings and receptions. Tables, chairs and a projector screen are included in the space rental fee. The center has indoor and outdoor seating with natural light and beautiful views. Birthday party packages are available at the center with themes including tumbling, tabletop games, video games, magician, clown and puppet shows, boat rides and kayak paddling.
Northgate Community Center
206-386-4283
10510 5th Ave. NE Center
The 20,000 square foot Northgate Community Center is adjacent to the Northgate Park and the Northgate Branch of the Seattle Library. The community center has a large kitchen and three small meeting rooms that will accommodate between 20 and 50 people in each. The center has a large room that will accommodate 179 people and a gymnasium that will accommodate 949 people. The Northgate Library also has a meeting room available.
Queen Anne Community Center
206-386-4240
1901 First Ave. W Center, Seattle
The Queen Anne Community Center has a large kitchen, a small room that will accommodate 40 people and two mid-sized rooms that will accommodate 70 people each. The center’s gymnasium will accommodate 300 people. The center also has a pottery studio, playground, and pool. The Queen Anne Pool is available to rent for private parties, and birthday packages are available. The community center is located on David Rodgers Park which has athletic fields, a play area and tennis courts.
Rainier Beach Community Center
206-386-1925
8825 Rainier Ave. S Center
The Rainier Beach Community Center is located in South Seattle. The center has a small kitchen, a small room that can accommodate 40 people and a gymnasium that will accommodate 350. The center has a computer lab, a playground and a pool. The Rainier Beach Pool is also available to rent for private parties, and birthday packages are available.
Rainier Community Center
206-386-1919
4600 38th Ave. S Center, Seattle
The Rainier Community Center, located in South Seattle, is the second largest community center in the state. The center has two mid-sized rooms that will accommodate 80 people each, a large room that will accommodate 150, a large kitchen and a gymnasium that will accommodate 800. The center also has a computer lab and playground.
Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center
206-684-7534
6535 Ravenna Ave. NE Center, Seattle
The Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center is located in Northeast Seattle. The community center has a small kitchen, two small rooms that can accommodate between 20 and 35 people each, a mid-sized room that can accommodate 50 and a large room that can accommodate 120. The center also has a gymnasium that will accommodate 400 guests.
Seattle Central Library
206-264-1120
1000 4th Ave, Seattle
The Seattle Central Library has a wide variety of meeting spaces available for meetings and events. The Microsoft Auditorium provides theater seating for up to 250 people with space for an additional 100. The library’s meeting rooms can accommodate between 25 and 200 people. Events at the library can be catered, and a list of preferred caterers is available.
Space Needle
206-905-2100
400 Broad St., Seattle
The famous Seattle Space Needle has 360 degree panoramic views of the Pugget Sound. The 100’ level Sky Line Level provides and extraordinary event space for groups from twenty to 360 guests. Rental includes access to the 520’ observation deck during the event. Larger groups can rent the Space Needle’s O Deck, which can accommodate up to 500 guests. Catering is available.
Seattle Aquarium
206-386-4300
1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle
The Seattle Aquarium offers a unique venue that can hold up to 800 people for all sorts of events including weddings, receptions, parties and corporate functions. The aquarium provides a backdrop of seas stars, fish and underwater worlds. The Puget Sound Great Hal has a luminous window on Washington Waters with hundreds of fish. On site catering is available.
Seattle Asian Art Museum
206-654-3140
1400 East Prospect Street, Seattle
The Seattle Asian Art Museum was built in 1933 and features a collection of Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Korean and Southeast Asian works of art. The museum can accommodate up to 200 guests for a reception or 90 for a banquet. Events can be held in the garden court, the auditorium or the boardroom. Space is available for a dance floor. Chairs and tables are provided with the rental. Catering is available exclusively provided by TASTE Events.
South Park Community Center
206-684-7451
8319 8th Ave. S Center, Seattle
The South Park Community Center is located in South Seattle. The center has two small rooms that will accommodate 49 people each, a mid-sized room that will accommodate 85, a large room that will accommodate 134 and a large kitchen. The gymnasium at the community center will accommodate 376 people. The community center also has a computer lab. The South Park Playground Wading Pool is located near the center at the west end of South Park Playfield.
Southwest Community Center
206-684-7438
2801 SW Thistle St. Center, Seattle
The Southwest Community Center has a large kitchen, a small room that will accommodate 15 people, a mid-sized room that will accommodate 50 people, and a large room that will accommodate 175. The center is home to the Southwest Pool, which is also available to rent for private parties. Birthday party packages at the pool are available.
Van Asselt Community Center
206-386-1921
2820 S Myrtle St. Center, Seattle
The Van Asselt Community Center is located at the Van Asselt Playground, which also includes the Van Asselt Wading Pool, soccer and baseball fields. The community center has a mid-sized room that will accommodate 62 people, a large meeting room that will accommodate 187 people and a large kitchen. The gymnasium at the center will accommodate 283.
Warren G. Magnuson Park
206-684-4946
7110 62nd Avenue NE Center
The Warren G. Magnuson Park has two meeting rooms available to rent for meetings and events. The smaller room can accommodate up to 50 people and the larger can accommodate up to 100. The park also has five structures available to rent. One is a former aircraft hanger that offers 20,000 square feet of space for events. Another is a former military prison with roll up doors and adjacent parking for up to 500 cars. The park has hosted all sorts of events including book sales, art shows, car shows, plays, dance parties, festivals, gatherings and more.
Washington Park Arboretum
206-543-8800
2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle, WA 98112-2300
The Washington Park Arboretum contains woody plant collections on 230 acres. The arboretum is located east of downtown Seattle and south of the University of Washington. The Graham Visitors Center, located on the north end of the arboretum, is available to rent for private events such as meetings, classes, conferences, exhibitions, weddings, and other social gatherings. The center has a large meeting room that can accommodate up to ninety people. The center also has a patio that can accommodate up to 150 people.
Washington State Convention and Trade Center
206-694-5000
800 Convention Place, Seattle
The Washington State Convention and Trade Center, located in downtown Seattle, has sixty-one meeting rooms, four ballrooms and two lobbies. The meeting rooms can accommodate between twenty and 3,500 people. The convention center has 205,700 square feet of exhibit space that can be divided into six halls, 45,000 square feet of ballroom space and 102,201 square feet of meeting space. The center offers catering services for groups from twenty to 11,000 guests.
Woodland Park Zoo
206-548-2590
601 No. 59th Street, Seattle
The Woodland Park Zoo can host events with 25 to 3,500+ people. The zoo has beautiful locations to hold wedding ceremonies and receptions. The zoo also offers party packages for birthdays. The North Meadow can accommodate up to 3,500 people. The African Village can accommodate 150 standing or 100 standing or when combined with the South Plaza can accommodate 500 standing or 300 seated. The Beach Grove can accommodate up to 400. The Rain Forest Food Pavilion can accommodate up to 400 standing or 300 seated. The Auditorium can seat 214. The Butterfly Forest can accommodate up to 250. The Butterfly Garden can accommodate up to 75 people. The Rose Garden can accommodate up to 200 standing or 150 seated. The Jaguar Cove can accommodate 100 standing or 50 seated. The Picnic Shelter can accommodate up to 250. Smokey Joe’s Café can accommodate up to 75. The Northern Trail Taiga Viewing Shelter can accommodate 100 standing or 75 seated. The Thai Village can accommodate 150 standing or 100 seated. The Tundra Center can accommodate 70 standing or 45 seated. The Education Center has three rooms that can accommodate 30 to 100 people. The Activities Resource Center can accommodate up to 80 seated. The Zoomazium can accommodate receptions of up to 125 people or sit down dinners of up to 70 people. Catering is available for events.
World Trade Center Seattle
206-441-5144
2200 Alaskan Way # 120, Seattle
The World Trade Center Seattle is a state of the art meeting and event facility, which was architecturally designed to complement the surrounding environment and enhance the magnificent water and mountain views. The center provides a perfect facility for all sorts of events including meetings, banquets, social events and weddings. The Holland America Line Dining Room is a wonderful setting for weddings, rehearsal dinners, receptions and private social events. The dining room has a spacious outdoor terrace, and extraordinary floor to ceiling views. The dining room can seat up to eighty guests or accommodate up to 140 guests for cocktail type events. Catering is available.
Yesler Community Center
206-386-1245
917 E Yesler Way Center, Seattle
Yesler Community Center is located in Seattle’s Central area. The center has a small kitchen, a small room that can accommodate 35 people, a mid-sized room that can accommodate 75 people, and a large room that can accommodate 175. The gymnasium at the center will accommodate 300 people.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
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