Top Calera Venues

• Spaces for 90-200 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Brewery
• 1 Loft

Avondale Brewing Company is a locally owned and operated brewery, concert venue, and private event destination in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama's Avondale neighborhood. Set in a space steeped in neighborhood history — the same area once home to a zoo whose elephant, Miss Fancy, famously roamed local streets — Avondale Brewing blends Southern character with a lively, multifaceted hospitality experience. The venue hosts live concerts in its outdoor amphitheater (March through October) alongside its taproom, The Sour Room, and the Cinderella Story mini-golf experience. For private gatherings, The Upstairs offers an enclosed event space above the brewery accommodating up to 140 guests for mixed-format receptions or up to 90 for a seated dinner. Avondale Brewing is a full-bar operation serving craft and domestic beers, spirits, wine, and seltzers. The venue is elevator-accessible and is located at 201 41st Street South, Birmingham, AL 35222.

• Spaces for 25-400 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Event Spaces
• 3 Historic Spaces

Originally constructed in 1914 as a Masonic lodge in Birmingham's Woodlawn community, Woodrow Hall has been carefully restored to preserve its vintage character while adding modern conveniences. The building's exposed brick, high ceilings, century-old wood floors, and hand-hewn beams create a distinctive backdrop for a wide range of events — from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Three event spaces span the second and third floors, accommodating groups of 25 to 200 seated guests, or up to 400 for standing receptions. The Azalea Room and Magnolia Room share the second floor, suited to smaller affairs and private functions, while the Compass Ballroom on the third floor serves as the venue's signature space for weddings, receptions, and corporate events. Woodrow Hall offers all-inclusive event packages that cover catering, custom cake and treat design, floral arrangements, event coordination, and bartending services. A large foyer with exposed brick, elevator access, and on-site parking for 75 vehicles round out the facility's offerings. The venue is located at 5504 1st Avenue North, about seven minutes from downtown Birmingham.

• Spaces for 80-500 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

For over 30 years The Harbert Center has been home to more than 20 of Birmingham’s top civic clubs, associations, and nonprofit organizations, which meet here on a regular basis. On nights and weekends, The Harbert Center is transformed into a unique venue for social events, fundraisers, and weddings. Let our team handle the details for you while you enjoy your event stress-free. Exquisite food, downtown location, convenient parking, and state-of-the-art event facilities provide the ideal atmosphere for productive business meetings and memorable social gatherings.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

• Spaces for 30-300 Guests
• 3 Country Clubs

Inverness Country Club is a private club set within the Inverness community of Birmingham, Alabama, where it has welcomed members and their guests since opening on May 1, 1973. The 24,000-square-foot clubhouse features spectacular dining rooms with high ceilings, large windows, and chandeliers — a setting recognized as one of the best new clubhouses by Golf Inc. magazine. The clubhouse offers several distinct event spaces, from the Dining Room, which accommodates up to 175 guests, to the intimate Oak Room and Garden Room for smaller gatherings, with full-buyout capacity for up to 300 guests. Engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions can all unfold within the club, allowing an entire wedding experience to take place in one cohesive setting. Every event is supported by an on-site banquet manager, a professional service team, and Executive Chef Chris Kennedy, who customizes menus to suit each occasion. The club hosts only one wedding per day to give each celebration its full attention.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

The DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park is a full-service hotel situated on the HWY 280 corridor at I-459 in Birmingham, Alabama, approximately 12 miles from Birmingham International Airport. Following a $13.5 million renovation completed in 2018, the property offers 204 guest rooms alongside more than 10,000 square feet of flexible event space across multiple function rooms. The hotel accommodates a wide range of gatherings — from corporate conferences and team meetings to weddings and social celebrations — with capacity for up to 600 guests. Event spaces feature natural light, modern furnishings, and an on-site A/V team. In-house catering, professional event planning staff, and a second kitchen are available to support event needs from setup through cleanup.

• Spaces for 60 Guests
• 1 Country Club

The Legacy Club House at Greystone Golf & Country Club is a charming, intimate venue situated along the Legacy Course at 330 Legacy Way in Birmingham, Alabama. Characterized by stone walls and surrounded by the sweeping views of the Legacy Course — a Rees Jones-designed championship layout — the clubhouse offers a warm, distinctive setting for private gatherings. The Legacy Club House accommodates up to 60 guests indoors, making it well suited for rehearsal dinners, anniversary celebrations, corporate luncheons, and smaller wedding receptions. The cozy dining area is available on a limited basis, giving events an exclusive, tucked-away quality rarely found at larger facilities. Greystone's event team brings the same attention to detail that defines the club's membership experience, working to ensure every gathering is stress-free from planning through cleanup. In-house catering, valet parking, and a dedicated staff make the Legacy Club House a complete private-event destination within one of Birmingham's most respected country clubs.

• Spaces for 18-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Country Clubs
• 1 Meeting Space

Greystone Golf & Country Club — Founders Club House is a private country club event venue set within a gated community in Hoover, Alabama, just southeast of Birmingham. The stately Founders Clubhouse, completed in 1992, overlooks the driving range and the 18th hole of the Founders Course — a championship 18-hole layout designed by Bob Cupp, Hubert Green, and David Johnson and opened in 1991. The Founders Clubhouse features several distinct gathering spaces accommodating groups from intimate occasions to receptions of nearly 200 guests. The elegantly appointed Main Dining Room seats 145 and connects to an outdoor terrace overlooking Founders hole 18. A multi-use patio extends the property's outdoor hosting capacity to 200 guests when weather permits. A Founders Conference Room accommodates up to 18 for seated meetings, while The Trophy Room suits smaller, intimate occasions and opens onto its own terrace. Greystone's event planning services — including menu planning, floral coordination, specialty rentals, lighting and staging, and DJ or live entertainment assistance — are available to both members and non-members. The club's culinary team, led by Executive Chef Alan Martin, tailors menus to each event, from anniversary dinners to full wedding receptions.

• Spaces for 60 Guests

• Spaces for 150 Guests

The Tutwiler Hotel is a historic hotel in the heart of downtown Birmingham, Alabama, occupying the former Ridgely Apartments at 2021 Park Place. With roots stretching back over 100 years, the property sits steps away from the city's financial, judicial, and cultural districts — making it a natural gathering point for Birmingham's most memorable events. The hotel offers approximately 8,000 square feet of flexible event space suited to weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. On-site catering is provided by Park Place Catering, handling food and beverage for all events held at the property. Guests have access to an outdoor Veranda alongside traditional ballroom space, allowing for both indoor and al fresco celebrations. Overnight accommodations for attendees are available throughout the property's 149 guest rooms, including specialty suites with balconies and fireplaces.

• Spaces for 1,000 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Located in the heart of downtown Birmingham, Alabama, the Sheraton Birmingham Hotel stands as one of the state's largest and most recognized convention hotels. The property sits at 2101 Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard North and connects directly to the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex via a covered skyway, placing guests steps away from one of the South's premier meeting and exhibition destinations. The hotel offers more than 123,000 square feet of updated meeting and event space, anchored by Alabama's largest ballroom — a 25,000-square-foot space that accommodates up to 1,000 guests for seated celebrations and scales to accommodate events of all sizes. With 20 dedicated function rooms on-site and direct access to the broader convention complex, the Sheraton Birmingham serves gatherings from intimate receptions of 20 to large-scale banquets and multi-day conventions. The hotel's experienced events team coordinates catering, audiovisual services, and logistics for weddings, corporate functions, galas, and cultural celebrations, including ethnic and specialty events. Guests have access to on-site dining, an indoor pool, fitness center, and 497 well-appointed guest rooms and suites.

• Spaces for 360 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Westin Birmingham is a full-service hotel situated in downtown Birmingham's Uptown Entertainment District, at 2221 Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard North. The property sits adjacent to the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC), placing guests and event attendees within steps of Legacy Arena, Protective Stadium, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, and the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame. The hotel offers approximately 7,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including the Westin Ballroom, which accommodates up to 360 guests for banquets and receptions. A rooftop pool terrace provides an open-air setting for cocktail receptions and private dinners, with views over the entertainment district. On-site catering and event coordination services are available for weddings, corporate meetings, and social celebrations. The Westin Birmingham is Alabama's first LEED Silver Certified hotel. The property houses 294 guest rooms and seven suites, along with Dillard's Chophouse for dining.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

• Spaces for 125 Guests