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Choosing your event venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in Apache Junction. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal Apache Junction venue has never been easier.

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    Ahwatukee Country Club

    12432 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
    • Spaces for 200 Guests

    Ahwatukee Golf Club sits on a desert course in the Ahwatukee Foothills neighborhood of south Phoenix, backed by mountain views and mature tree-lined fairways. Designed by Arizona golf legend John Bulla, the 6,713-yard, par 72 layout winds past a scenic pond and towering palms — a setting that extends naturally into event hosting for groups ranging from intimate gatherings of 12 to full outings of 144. The club underwent new ownership in August 2023, bringing with it a completely remodeled clubhouse and a renovated course. The facility hosts tournaments, charity events, and private group outings, supported by on-site amenities including an indoor golf center with state-of-the-art golf simulators. Event inquiries are handled directly through the club's events team.

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    Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

    4949 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, USA
    • Spaces for 50-500 Guests
    • 4 Hotels
    • 4 Ballrooms
    • 3 Outdoor Spaces

    With over 9,200 square feet of space, the Alhambra Ballroom provides the ideal amount of space for entertainment and dancing, allowing guests to relax and enjoy themselves throughout the evening. It is possible to combine the ballroom with the beautiful outdoor terrace, which provides an additional 6,300 square feet of space and is decorated in rich colors to add romance to the reception. The reception has a capacity of 450 people. Featuring an entrance that opens directly onto a manicured lawn with spectacular views of Camelback Mountain, the Valencia Ballroom allows for a seamless transition from indoor/outdoor reception space or from cocktail hour to reception. The Valencia Ballroom, with its nearly 4,600 square feet of space and lower, beveled ceilings, provides a more intimate setting for you and your guests. Because it has space for a stage and a dance floor, it is the ideal reception location for parties. The reception will have a capacity of 250 people. This beautiful ceremony site, which is directly adjacent to the Valencia Ballroom, offers breathtaking views of Camelback Mountain, as well as the ultimate in convenience for your guests' flow of traffic during the reception. With 6,500 square feet of usable space, the Valencia Lawn is a semi-private setting that is ideal for your ceremony and cocktail reception that will immediately follow. The reception will have a capacity of 350 people. Whatever the size of your wedding or the intimacy of your reception, the Castillo Lucena at Omni Scottsdale offers a fairy tale setting complete with memorable and architecturally stunning details such as cathedral ceilings accented with exposed wood beams and hand laid wood floors. The intricate architecture and décor will capture the attention of guests from the moment they walk through the 16th-century palace double doors from Southern Spain that grace the venue's entrance. The massive two-paneled pine door, which originates from the village of Lucena in northern Andalusia, adds an authentic touch to the venue, ensuring that everyone has a wonderful time at the celebration. It is possible to use this room for your ceremony first, and then convert it into a reception space. The reception will have a capacity of 120 people.

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    The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa

    6902 E Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, USA
    • Spaces for 100 Guests
    • 1 Hotel
    • 1 Ballroom

    At The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, you can host an amazing wedding and celebration that will showcase the natural beauty and historical significance of Arizona. You will be captivated by the charming outdoor courtyards of the Resort, as well as the majestic Kierland Grand Ballroom, which features a golf course view ballroom with an adjoining terrace for cocktail hour beneath the stars. Allow the Resort's skilled culinary team and event planning experts to put their knowledge and experience to work for you in order to help you design the wedding of your dreams. Our weddings at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa are distinguished by the magnificent surroundings of our Resort and the expertise of our Event Planner who will guide you through the planning process from beginning to end. Ceremony: Chairs for the garden in white microphone and sound system for the officiating official Directional signage that is customized Arriving guests will be greeted with an agave lime-aide beverage station. The rehearsal room will be available prior to the ceremony day. Reception: You can choose from a variety of menu options. Hors d'oeuvres passed by the butler Wedding cake designed by an Approved Cake Vendor that is completely customized. A glass of champagne is raised in toast. Champagne and a welcome goodie will be given to the room as part of the complimentary accommodations for the bride and groom. The bridal party is provided with a complimentary changing room.

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    The Legacy Golf Club

    6808 S 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85042, USA
    • Spaces for 350 Guests

    Bring your event vision to life at The Legacy Golf Club. With many indoor and outdoor venues available, along with the historic Sienna Vista House and surrounding grounds, The Legacy Golf Club provides an ideal setting for any special event. Nestled into the base of South Mountain, The Legacy is full of beauty and elegance with multiple venue options that will exceed your expectations. Weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, anniversaries, fundraisers, and more are all welcome at The Legacy. The multiple venues appeal to all tastes and styles, making every celebration unique and memorable. Leave the details to the team, and allow yourself to experience all that The Legacy has to offer.

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    Orange Tree Golf Club & Resort

    10601 N 56th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, USA
    • Spaces for 100-450 Guests
    • 1 Country Club

    At Orange Tree Golf Club, you’ll find a beautiful 5,000 square foot ballroom, an 18-hole parkland-style golf course, and a gorgeous patio space, as well as 160 guest suites. Orange Tree Golf Club offers excellent food and beverage options and first-class service round out our comprehensive wedding and event packages, making for one of the best Scottsdale wedding venues available. Whether your next event is a wedding, shower, charity event, or a mitzvah, Orange Tree Golf Club is ready to make the day a success!

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    Rawhide Western Town & Event Center

    5700 W North Loop Rd, Chandler, AZ 85226, USA
    • Spaces for 80-6,500 Guests
    • 3 Restaurants
    • 4 Bars
    • 9 Total Spaces

    Rawhide Western Town & Event Center sits on more than 160 acres of Sonoran Desert landscape in Chandler, Arizona, and serves as one of the Phoenix area's most distinctive event destinations. With over 18 unique venues ranging from 1880s-replica western storefronts and open-air plazas to a 48,000-square-foot enclosed pavilion and a full rodeo arena, the property accommodates gatherings of 10 to 10,000 guests. Event spaces span both indoor and outdoor settings, with highlights including the Wagon Wheel Plaza (up to 500 guests), the Mission Patio with mountain views (up to 300), the Adobe and Sunset Rooms inside the on-site steakhouse (up to 350 and 250 respectively), and the Rawhide Rodeo Arena (up to 6,500 seated). Smaller groups can book the Moonshine Room or Branding Iron for western-themed meetings and dinners. The venue provides in-house food and beverage service across its spaces and supports a wide range of event formats — corporate picnics, team-building events, weddings, private dinners, concerts, fundraisers, and full town buyouts with customizable western-themed activations.

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    The Legacy Ballroom

    4530 E Gold Dust Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85028, USA
    • Spaces for 300 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Event Space

    The Legacy Ballroom is a welcoming and affirming environment for people of all faiths and beliefs. Choose whether to hold your ceremony indoors or outdoors, and you will have great flexibility in the design and set up of your ceremony. Whether you choose to host your reception with us or elsewhere, we will ensure a smooth transition from beginning to end. The Legacy Ballroom is a great place to have a good time! Imagining hosting a cocktail hour in our expansive courtyard, followed by a formal, plated dinner inside our elegant venue. Imagine having a cigar lounge outside, complete with a private bartender, while also serving dinner and dancing inside the main building. Whatever you can dream up, we can bring it to life for you. The Legacy Ballroom can be easily transformed into a fashion show, a high school prom, or a corporate fundraiser with minimal effort. In order to host annual meetings and presentations, we can transform our venue into a meeting space with the help of our audio/visual equipment. Our events have ranged from intimate social gatherings to stunning outdoor wedding ceremonies, as well as large-scale receptions and corporate fundraisers, since the Legacy Ballroom first opened its doors in 2010. At our full-scale, resort-inspired location nestled in the foothills of Paradise Valley, we provide exceptional, individualized service to all of our guests. We believe it is your legacy, and we are here to assist you in establishing it. Our dedicated and knowledgeable event planners will assist you in identifying the theme of your event, developing your menu, and designing and decorating the space. They have years of experience and will assist you in every step of the planning process. You can choose between indoor and outdoor options for the Legacy Ballroom. We have two outdoor courtyards, both of which have lush lawns and stunning mountain views. We have a large ballroom with large chandeliers and a stylish and contemporary design, which can accommodate up to 250 guests and is comfortably furnished. Because of its versatility, our space is ideal for a variety of events, including cocktail parties, wedding ceremonies, receptions, intimate dinners, fashion shows, large-scale events, and corporate gatherings.

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    The Windmill Winery

    1140 W Butte Ave, Florence, AZ 85132, USA
    • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
    • 1 Barn
    • 1 Farm
    • 1 Winery

    A lake house backdrop in which to exchange their wedding vows is exactly what couples seeking for at the Windmill Winery, a wedding venue located in Florence, Arizona, will discover just what they are hoping for. The fact that you are in the middle of a desert will give the impression that you have been transferred to an opulent Hamptons-style lake estate. On your wedding day, you will be in an absolutely unique environment, surrounded by mountains and rural beauty at every turn. This is a destination wedding destination. Infrastructure and Capacity The Barn at Windmill Winery, which has been standing for 100 years, provides a historic yet exquisite setting for weddings. It is the perfect place to host receptions in this 5,000-square-foot facility. Those in a relationship will appreciate the fact that this area is quite adaptable and can suit a wide range of styles and sizes. If you choose the Barn as the location for your reception, you will have two options for the ceremony venue. The Arches are the first of these options. A romantic and historical atmosphere is created in this space thanks to the use of antique brickwork. The Twisted Tree, which is located on a lush green grass, is the other alternative. It is also a good option. You and your wedding party will be able to use the Barn Bridal Cottage and the Groom's Room if you choose to have your ceremony at one of the two ceremony locations. The Lake House is yet another possible location on the property. Couples will enjoy a rich and natural setting for their ceremony, thanks to the café lighting and wood accents in the room. In addition to the Barn, your wedding party will have access to a Bridal Bungalow and a Gentleman's Quarters where they may prepare for the big day. These locations have the capacity to accommodate up to 300 of your friends and family members. Services that are provided Windmill Winery welcomes couples to host all aspects of their wedding at the winery, including their bridal shower, engagement party, rehearsal dinner, and elopement. As you plan and execute your wedding, the event manager from the venue will be available to assist you with any and all of your requirements. Whether you require assistance in selecting a vendor or adding more lighting, they will work with you to ensure that everything is flawless. Couples can also choose from a variety of pre-designed packages to ensure a stress-free wedding planning experience.

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    The Camby Hotel

    2401 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA
    • Spaces for 300 Guests
    • 1 Hotel
    • 1 Ballroom

    About The Camby Hotel is a wedding venue in Phoenix, Arizona that can accommodate up to 300 guests. Each couple may realize their dream wedding by choosing from a variety of distinct indoor and outdoor private event facilities, all of which are outfitted with the newest technology and provide great professional services to guests. Every facet of your event will be addressed, and no minute detail will be ignored by the hotel's dedicated personnel, which includes wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and engagement parties, among other things. Infrastructure and Capacity It is possible for the Camby Hotel to create the ideal setting for every couple's celebration, whether it is for an intimate event or a large gathering. The hotel has the capacity to handle events of various kinds. The Ballroom, which has big light-inviting windows, grand chandeliers, and modern styled decor that can be customized to best suit each couple's selected theme and color, is the perfect setting for a stunning wedding. Couples can hold their outdoor ceremonies in the beautiful pavilion area of the hotel, which offers a stunning setting. Featuring breathtaking views of the gorgeous Phoenix mountains as a backdrop, the venue is ideal for couples who wish to enjoy the summer air while celebrating with their closest friends and family. Additional services and facilities at the hotel include a state-of-the-art fitness facility open 24 hours a day, access to a rooftop pool, valet dry cleaning, and rooms that are accessible to those with disabilities. Accommodations Couples and guests can pick from 277 rooms and suites throughout the hotel, all of which feature a distinctive and contemporary design aesthetic. The Presidential Suite is the epitome of luxury for the exceptional couple who deserve nothing but the best. As a result of their vast surroundings, the couple can expect the most up-to-date modern conveniences to help them rest and feel at ease. Other suites may have beautiful views of the Phoenix highlands and the city, among other amenities. A variety of amenities are included in all accommodations, including cable TV, WiFi, docking stations, daily housekeeping service, room service, safe deposit boxes, and other conveniences.

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    Embassy Suite Phoenix Biltmore

    2630 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA
    • Spaces for 100-350 Guests
    • 2 Hotels
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Meeting Space

    The Arizona Biltmore Golf Club and the Biltmore Fashion Park are also nearby. Arizona Sky Harbor International Airport is only a 10-minute drive away. Join us for our special evening celebration and enjoy our lovely outdoor pool and seating area. Every day, a free made-to-order breakfast is served. We have a total of 10,000 square feet of adaptable event space, including a 3,696 square foot event room, which is ideal for conferences, meetings, family reunions, and weddings. Are you organizing an event? Please send us the specifics of your event to see what we can do for you. Are you going on a trip in a group? Stay together by booking ten or more rooms at the same time on the internet. Create your own attendee webpage or request that the hotel do it for you. Your room block booking confirmation email has everything you need, including your event dates, the 7-letter hotel code, and your group's special pricing code.

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    The Capital Grille

    2502 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA
    • Spaces for 24-56 Guests
    • 3 Restaurants

    The Capital Grille, Phoenix offers a comfortable room, elegant table setting, and a customized menu for your next private event. The dedicated staff is committed to providing gracious and expert service to you and your guests. Your event, whether it’s an intimate party, a lavish reception, or an important business meeting, will be as effortless as it is memorable. The Capital Grille provides you with a personal event coordinator, customized menus, wine pairing guidance, and complimentary valet.

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    Troon North Golf Club

    10320 E Dynamite Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85262, USA
    • Spaces for 20-200 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 6 Total Spaces

    Nature's splendor serves as a backdrop for your enchanting ceremony. There are several areas at Tonto Weddings that are specifically designed for the size of your ceremony and reception; click on the images above to learn more. Our Wedding Specialist and culinary team will take care of every detail, ensuring that your celebration is flawless. Since the early 1940s, Rancho Manana's renowned from-scratch cuisine, warm professional service, and luxurious ranch setting have been enticing guests to come and enjoy the ranch. We are looking forward to bringing your long-awaited love story to life in all its splendor and magic. Upon entering, you'll be struck by the natural emerald amphitheater, which is surrounded by a massive eucalyptus tree, native mesquite trees, and the Andora wash. It is possible to have a wedding of any size in this natural setting of the historic Rancho Maana Ranch, and it will feel perfect. The undulating grass area, which is just off the Sunset Patio, is the perfect setting for a romantic outdoor wedding ceremony. A variety of views are available in every direction, showcasing the desert foothills as they rise to the southern rim of the Tonto National Forest and beyond into the painted Sonoran sky. With its subtle natural slope, the Saguaro Lawn Venue can accommodate large weddings or receptions; however, it is not suitable for table dining.

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    Antigua Garden

    2645 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006, USA
    • Spaces for 100-220 Guests
    • 1 Winery

    The original structure, which was built in 1943, served as the home of the Phoenix Baptist Church for more than 50 years. When the building was renovated in 2008, it was transformed into an elegant, versatile, and reasonably priced event space that drew inspiration from Spanish Colonial architecture. Begin your event with a private patio and garden in the style of Spain. Whether for a cocktail hour or an outdoor ceremony, this location is ideal. Then you can continue your celebration inside our elegant reception hall, which includes a bridal suite, designer lighting, and on-premises catering. For the perfect event, Antigua Garden collaborates with the most talented vendors in central Phoenix. Managers and planners of events Cakes and Catering Services Photography / Videography / DJ / Entertainment / DJ Transportation Florist and gift wrapper for Casa Corazon Restaurant Antigua Garden Event Venue is conveniently located in downtown Phoenix. Antigua Garden can accommodate wedding ceremonies for groups ranging from 50 to 250 guests for your once-in-a-lifetime event. We can assist you in creating the most everlasting memory of your life by assisting you in planning and designing your ideal wedding event.

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    The Foothills Golf Club

    2201 E Clubhouse Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85048, USA
    • Spaces for 225 Guests
    • 2 Country Clubs

    Nestled in the rustic beauty of South Mountain’s ridges, The Foothills Golf Club offers an intimate setting on our West Lawn ceremony site. The Foothills Golf Club has breathtaking mountain views and is the perfect location for a sunset wedding. Choose between our indoor Main Ballroom, or our beautifully landscaped outdoor Veranda. Which ever venue you choose, you are guaranteed a beautiful location that you and your guests will remember for a long time to come. Our experienced and friendly staff will put you at ease and ensure that you and your guests will enjoy the event you’ve been dreaming of.

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    The Madison Center for the Arts

    5601 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA
    • Spaces for 150 Guests
    • 1 Convention Center

    About Arizona's Madison Center for the Arts is a beautiful wedding location located in the heart of downtown Phoenix. This state-of-the-art venue, with 24,547 square feet, offers a beautiful and secluded location for your event. Infrastructure and Capacity An unforgettable event can be held at the Madison Center for the Arts, which boasts a gorgeous interior environment. Among the facility's many amenities are a 908-seat theatre, an expansive veranda, and an open-concept lobby with a 40-foot ceiling. For banquet-style events, the location has the capacity to host up to 200 guests comfortably. Services that are provided A wide range of services are available at the Madison Center for the Arts to ensure that you have a stress-free experience while celebrating your special event. Tables, chairs, audio equipment, furniture, and lighting are all available for hire, as are a variety of other event rentals to help you create the perfect environment for your special occasion. There is plenty of parking available for your guests, and the site is handicap accessible. Additionally, bus and valet services are available. They can accommodate ceremonies, receptions, bridal showers, engagement parties, elopements, and rehearsal dinners, among other events. They offer a variety of wedding-related services for your special day, including: Catering and bar services are available. Cleanup Organizer of events Rentals for special events Rooms for getting ready Liability insurance is a legal requirement. Lighting and sound effects Vendors from outside Setup\sWiFi Location The Madison Center for the Arts, located in the middle of Uptown Phoenix, Arizona, is a cultural destination. It is located at the corner of 16th Street and Missouri, right across the street from Madison No. 1 Middle School and the Madison District Office.

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    Irish Cultural Center

    1106 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
    • Spaces for 300 Guests
    • 2 Museums
    • 2 Landmarks

    In the heart of the Valley of the Sun, you can take in the charm and beauty of Ireland's countryside. The Irish Cultural Center is the ideal location for your wedding reception. Facility rentals are available on campus in the Great Hall (which can accommodate 180 people), the Cottage, our beautiful Courtyard (or Clos), the Norton Board Room, Conference Room, and six sound-proof practice rooms (all of which can accommodate 300 people). The Great Hall is an excellent venue for weddings, dinners, and other social gatherings with a capacity of up to 180 participants. According to the occasion, the Hall is equipped with a Conference Room that can be used for small business or private discussions. The Irish Cottage, built in the mid-19th century, provides a charming setting for meetings, cocktail parties, and training sessions. The Clos, which has a maximum capacity of 300 people, is an excellent venue for outdoor weddings, concerts, and a variety of other occasions. The Library's basement contains a sound-proof meeting room that can accommodate up to 50 people, as well as several sound-proof practice rooms that can be used for interviews, music lessons, and a variety of other activities and events. Our Great Hall can accommodate up to 120 guests, and our Heritage Courtyard can accommodate up to 300 guests in our Heritage Courtyard. Discounts are available during the summer months and on weekdays.

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    The Willow

    Phoenix, AZ, USA

    In the West Valley, The Willow is a prestigious desert wedding location. It is situated on 6 acres in Surprise, Arizona, and has a magnificent mountain backdrop in addition to the Sonoran Desert's natural beautiful magnificence. Our private outdoor venue's intimate and distinctive environment provides the ideal blank slate on which to realize your vision. The Willow is a family-run business, and the staff members are dedicated to making the entire planning process fun and easy. We think every love story deserves to be remembered, making us one of the few reasonably priced desert wedding locations in the west valley. One of the main reasons "The Willow" was founded was to offer an ambiance and service unlike any other, in addition to offering an affordable wedding experience. We want visitors to The Willow to be able to actively take part in the memories being created. We want to make sure we offer an unforgettable memory for everyone who wants to get married on our side of town because we are one of the first real wedding venues in the west valley. Surprise, Glendale and Peoria are expanding quickly, making now the ideal time to book your ideal wedding location!

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    University Club Phoenix

    39 E Monte Vista Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
    • Spaces for 250 Guests

    The University Club of Phoenix offers a picturesque garden for events of all kinds. Located in the prestigious historic Alvarado district in mid-town Phoenix, this venue is perfect for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, and more. The University Club offers classic cuisine, expert service, and a charming atmosphere. This beautiful and convenient venue works closely with meeting and event planners to ensure that every detail is taken care of. The University Club of Phoenix is committed to making each and every event a memorable one.

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    MIM - Musical Instrument Museum

    4725 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050, USA
    • Spaces for 88-300 Guests
    • 2 Museums
    • 2 Landmarks

    The Musical Instrument Museum offers a stunning and unique setting for weddings and receptions. World-class service, sumptuous cuisine, magical entertainment, and incomparable musical and cultural exhibits, displaying more than 6,500 musical instruments and artifacts from around the world, MIM is sure to be an unforgettable venue for any event. MIM offers magnificent indoor spaces and beautiful, outdoor courtyards with lush desert landscaping and breathtaking views of Arizona sunsets. From the museum façade of Indian sandstone to the interior Venetian plaster walls and Italian porcelain floors, MIM contains 40,000 square feet of event spaces of transcendent beauty and grace. Visit to experience our exquisite and distinctive space for yourself and learn more about weddings at MIM.

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    Cutler Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center

    122 E Culver St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
    • Spaces for 250 Guests

    The Cutler Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center occupies a historic 1922 building in downtown Phoenix, Arizona — originally constructed as Congregation Beth Israel, the first permanent synagogue in Phoenix, founded in 1920. After serving successive congregations over the decades, the Arizona Jewish Historical Society acquired the property in 2002 and transformed it into an active cultural and educational hub dedicated to preserving Arizona's Jewish heritage. Known as Venue 122, the center's event space welcomes a range of celebrations including weddings, b'nai mitzvahs, receptions, quinceaneras, and private parties. The venue's historic character — with its white stucco exterior, arched windows, and courtyard — provides a distinctive setting for events that carry meaningful significance.