Top Indiana Holiday Party Venues

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Hollyhock Hill has been a cornerstone of Indianapolis dining since 1928, when V.D. Vincent and his wife began serving dinners at their country cottage in Northern Marion County — naming the restaurant after the hollyhocks that bloomed on the grounds. What started as an intimate 30-seat operation has grown steadily through multiple generations of ownership into a 150-seat landmark that remains one of a very few family-style restaurants still in operation in the United States. The restaurant is known for its classic Indiana fried chicken and home-style cuisine, served in the tradition of the original recipes and techniques that have defined it for nearly a century. Guests travel from all 50 states and internationally to dine here, drawn by the county-style cooking and the warmth of the setting. Private dining is available for groups of 20 or more, with flexible menu options for seated celebrations, corporate lunches, and family gatherings. The kitchen accommodates group minimums and custom entrée selections to suit the occasion.

Courtyard Indianapolis Castleton offers event spaces for your next celebration in Indianapolis, Indiana.

• Spaces for 430 Guests

• Spaces for 220 Guests

Lafayette Theatre opened in 1938 as an urban cinema in downtown Lafayette, Indiana, and has since been preserved as one of the city's anchor arts and entertainment venues. The City of Lafayette purchased the theater to stabilize its use, and it is now operated by Long Center for the Performing Arts as part of a performing arts complex serving Greater Lafayette. The theater hosts live performances, concerts, comedy, and a range of entertainment programming in the heart of downtown. Its original Art Deco exterior — including the marquee and facade — remains intact, while the interior has been updated to meet the needs of modern productions and events.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

The Landing at Fort Harrison is a banquet and event center set on the historic grounds of Fort Harrison in Terre Haute, Indiana. The property has operated as a private club since 1925 and today welcomes weddings, corporate meetings, and private celebrations in a setting defined by its storied past. The banquet and meeting center comprises three event rooms, each equipped with state-of-the-art audio, visual, and lighting technology. The facility is entirely non-smoking and offers a fully customizable menu and bar service tailored to each event. Available add-ons include portable bars, dance floors, LCD projectors and screens, podiums, microphones, and valet parking.

• Spaces for 500 Guests

The Indiana Soldiers & Sailors Monument stands at the center of Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis, serving as Indiana's official memorial to the Hoosiers who served in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Mexican War, the Civil War, the Frontier Wars, and the Spanish-American War. Recognized as one of the world's outstanding monuments, the limestone structure rises 284 feet and 6 inches — only 15 feet shorter than the Statue of Liberty — and has come to symbolize both the city and the state. Designed by Bruno Schmitz of Berlin and completed in 1902, the monument is crafted from gray oolitic limestone quarried in Owen County, Indiana. Its grounds feature an array of sculptural works, including the four corner statues representing the Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, and Navy, and the crowning figure of Victory holding a sword and torch aloft. The monument's north and south steps and landings are available for private ceremonies and events, managed through the Indiana War Memorials Commission. The monument also houses a Gift Shop and an Observatory at 231 feet above street level, offering panoramic views of the Indianapolis skyline. Reservations for events are coordinated through the IWM Events Coordinator.

• Spaces for 240 Guests

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Indianapolis South is a hotel located off I-465, seven miles south of downtown Indianapolis and approximately 17 miles from Indianapolis International Airport. The property sits within easy reach of Lucas Oil Stadium, the Indiana Convention Center, the University of Indianapolis, and Butler University. The hotel offers meeting and event space alongside 122 guest rooms. On-site amenities include complimentary breakfast, free WiFi throughout the property, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and pet-friendly accommodations. Wheelchair-accessible rooms and facilities are available. Ample on-site parking accommodates large groups, RVs, and buses.

• Spaces for 500 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark
• 1 space at this venue

The Indiana War Memorial Plaza Historic District encompasses 25 acres in downtown Indianapolis, anchored by a 30,000-square-foot museum, three parks, four fountains, and numerous monuments dedicated to veterans. No state has a city with more monuments honoring veterans than Indiana's capital, and the district stands as a nationally significant historic landmark. The memorial complex offers a range of indoor and outdoor event spaces for ceremonies, receptions, meetings, conferences, and other gatherings. Interior venues include the 500-seat Pershing Auditorium, the Woodfill Boardroom, Spruance and Shoup Halls, the Grand Lobby, and the West Foyer. The outdoor grounds — including the American Legion Mall, Veterans Memorial Plaza, University Park, and surrounding memorials — can accommodate everything from intimate private events to large public festivals. Situated at 55 East Michigan Street in the heart of Indianapolis, the Indiana War Memorial is managed by the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs and is available for rental by reservation through the on-site Events Coordinator.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Historic Space

Fountain Square is a historic downtown landmark in Bloomington, Indiana, born from a 1980s revitalization effort that merged ten individual buildings along Kirkwood Avenue into a single 130,000-square-foot complex. Some of the structures date back to the 1800s — one formerly housed an 1869 Opera House, another was the original Monroe County Jail — and the complex was completed in stages through 1988 under the direction of CFC Properties, the real estate division of Cook Group. At the heart of the complex sits the Ballroom, an event space that accommodates up to 150 guests for weddings, reunions, anniversaries, and private celebrations. The room features gorgeously painted recessed ceilings, floor-to-ceiling north-facing windows, and ample lighting. Tables, chairs, and A/V equipment are included with every rental. Fountain Square partners with Elite Weddings & Events, whose lead planner brings hands-on experience and insider knowledge to both planning and day-of execution for ballroom events.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 225 Guests

Harbour Trees Golf and Beach Club is a private recreational club situated on the shores of Morse Reservoir in Noblesville, Indiana. The club centers on an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Pete Dye — original to 1971 and restored with new fairways in 2017 and new bunkers in 2018 — whose layout winds through the North Harbour community with views of the reservoir, including a signature par-3 finishing hole overlooking the water. Beyond the course, the club encompasses a pool that looks out over Morse Reservoir, a beach club, a fitness center with free weights, cardio machines, and classes, and cushion-coated hard tennis courts. The club hosts private events and welcomes groups looking to celebrate against the backdrop of its lakeside setting and manicured grounds. In-house food and service are central to the event experience, and the team invites prospective hosts to schedule a tour.

• Spaces for 1 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Lucerne Park Amphitheater sits within Lucerne Park on the shores of Pike Lake in Warsaw, Indiana, offering an open-air setting for weddings, memorial services, family gatherings, and other special events. The amphitheater overlooks the lake, bringing a natural backdrop that sets it apart from traditional indoor venues. The surrounding park provides a full complement of outdoor amenities — stone walking trails, four rental shelters and cabins, a playground, disc golf course, and exercise equipment — making it a natural choice for events where guests will want room to spread out before or after the main celebration. Restrooms and picnic areas are available on-site. The amphitheater itself is available as a rental add-on through the City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department, which manages reservations and coordinates event logistics for the space.

• Spaces for 120-1,400 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Meeting Space

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis is a contemporary hotel anchored in the heart of downtown Indianapolis at One South Capitol Avenue, connected via climate-controlled walking tunnels to the Indiana Convention Center and within easy reach of Lucas Oil Stadium. The hotel's skylit atrium sets the tone for a property that blends modern amenities with classic design, and its rooftop restaurant, The Eagle's Nest, has been recognized as one of OpenTable's Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America. For private events, the hotel offers more than 35,000 square feet of flexible space across 28 meeting rooms. The newly redesigned Regency Ballroom spans over 9,400 square feet with 15-foot ceilings and accommodates up to 888 guests for a banquet or 1,400 for a reception, and divides into six smaller sections for more intimate gatherings. The Cosmopolitan Ballroom adds over 8,200 square feet suited to seated receptions and large presentations. A certified wedding coordinator is on staff to guide couples from menu design through every event-day detail.

• Spaces for 225 Guests

• Spaces for 48 Guests

• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Garden

WonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology is a nonprofit science museum in the heart of Bloomington, Indiana, situated along the B-Line Trail in the city's Entertainment and Arts District. The current 15,000-square-foot building opened in March 2003 and has since welcomed more than one million visitors across its two floors of hands-on exhibits. When the museum closes to the public, the entire facility becomes an exclusive private event space — two floors of interactive science exhibits, an outdoor amphitheater, and the Lester P. Bushnell WonderGarden, a certified wildlife habitat featuring native plants, a water feature, and outdoor science installations. The setting provides built-in entertainment that works as naturally for a corporate reception as it does for a milestone celebration. WonderLab accommodates up to 100 guests for private evening rentals and also offers smaller meeting room reservations for groups gathering during regular museum hours. Outside catering is permitted, and the facility is fully wheelchair accessible.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 3,000 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 space at this venue

Veterans Memorial Plaza is a historic outdoor event space in downtown Indianapolis, managed by the Indiana War Memorials Commission. Completed in 1930 and formerly known as Obelisk Square, the plaza covers one entire square block — approximately 430 feet from sidewalk to sidewalk — on the north side of the Indiana War Memorial. At the center of the plaza stands a 100-foot black granite obelisk and fountain, completed in 1923 and flanked on the east and west sides by all fifty state flags, which were installed in 1976 as part of the American Bicentennial celebration. Originally paved, the square was landscaped in 1975 and now features an abundance of green space. The plaza accommodates events of up to approximately 3,000 guests and has served as the setting for large-scale public celebrations including the annual 4th Fest and the Indianapolis Public Schools' Back to School Festival. Reservations are required and are coordinated through the Indiana War Memorials events team.