Top East Providence Venues

• Spaces for 60 Guests

Your guests will be treated to the amazing fresh seafood and fine cut meats that have made us famous for over 25 years, all presented with elegant grace in a unique and unforgettable setting when you host your special event at Hemenway's. We can accommodate groups of up to 60 people in two different settings for private dinner. Our Regatta Room has a beautiful view of the Providence River and downtown Providence, making it ideal for both social and business groups. A variety of prix-fixe menus are available from our talented culinary team. These menus feature a wide range of plated and passed hors d'oeuvres that will satisfy even the most sophisticated palate. Enjoy the charm of our Oyster Bar, which has windows overlooking historic South Main Street, for more casual meetings or cocktail receptions. Our professional oyster shucking crew and 3-tiered cascading lobster tank offer a dynamic and engaging ambiance to start or end your event. Our perfect setting, together with our experienced crew of event professionals, will ensure that your private event is one to remember, sure to impress your guests. The views from the Regatta Room, which overlook the Providence River and downtown Providence, are ideal for both social and corporate groups. The diverse area easily suits your event or party, whether it's a formal dinner or a casual gathering with family and friends. Our talented culinary team prepares three and four-course dinners with the freshest seafood and finely cut meats, as well as a selection of specially prepared platters sure to suit even the most discriminating palate. Looking to socialize with visitors in the Regatta Room before your event or arrange a get-together with coworkers after work? The Oyster Bar is a great place to start your meal with a cocktail. The Oyster Bar, which is located along the windows overlooking the terrace and historic South Main Street, seats 20 for seated events and 30 for cocktail receptions. Our professional oyster shucking crew and three-tiered cascading lobster tank offer a dynamic and engaging ambiance to start or end your event.

In Providence, Rhode Island, you can host a memorable event. Our historic landmark hotel, which is located in the heart of the Arts & Theater District, provides the perfect setting for your event. From an intimate gathering in our outdoor courtyard to a grand ballroom reception, our elegant event venues are tailored to your specific needs. Custom catering, a dedicated event coordinator, and personalized details ensure that your dream event is executed flawlessly at our hotel, which has beautiful venues and unparalleled services. Choose from a variety of signature event packages, each of which is designed to make your special occasion one to remember. Our dedicated event planners will assist you in customizing any package to meet your specific needs for a one-of-a-kind event. Allow our talented culinary team to create the perfect catering menus for your special event in Providence, ranging from elegant five-course meals to a casual cocktail party.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

THE ART OF HISTORICAL TRADITION When you dine at Ellie's, you're treated as if you're a member of the family. This restaurant, inspired by dining traditions, strikes a harmonious balance between an art-filled, modern aesthetic and excellent food and genuine hospitality at every table. Keeping true to our namesake, Ellie Hall, an artist and mother who emanated elegance and warmth while enjoying lively conversation and friendly informality, our seasonal American cuisine is refined yet approachable, and our service is friendly and attentive. Every dish on the menu draws inspiration from her family's diverse heritage and traditions, resulting in a dish that is distinct in its taste and presentation. GET TO KNOW ELLIE HALL Ellie, named after the mother of the company's founder, Craig Hall, was a self-assured trailblazer for women's rights as well as a compassionate teacher and artist who always sought out the beauty in life while maintaining a resolutely independent spirit. The gathering of friends and family to enjoy a delicious meal and spirited conversation was one of her greatest pleasures in life, and it was a communal endeavor that brought her immense joy. When Ellie's was established, it was done so in the spirit of community and goodwill toward all. Thank you for joining the family. IN THE KITCHEN WITH THE ARTIST In his previous position with ZaZa Hospitality, Dan Landsberg oversaw the culinary efforts at Dragonfly and later assisted in concepting and directing operations across the entire brand. He joins HALL Arts Hotel after an 11-year tenure with the company. Working with a variety of well-established restaurants, chefs, and brands, including Stephan Pyles Restaurant, Wynwood Hospitality, Tillman's Roadhouse, and the Lange Twins Family Winery and Vineyard, has been a highlight of his professional life. With great excitement, he has accepted his position as Executive Chef of Ellie's at the HALL Arts Hotel. He is looking forward to making his mark with a new menu of flavorful dishes made with seasonal and local ingredients.

Our dining rooms can accommodate groups ranging from 10 to 110 people and are designed to be flexible. Offering both candlelit seated dinners and lively cocktail receptions, we customize each event to capture the client's vision in a unique and unforgettable way. We take great care in customizing every detail of your celebration, including customized menus, wine pairings, signature cocktails, guest favors, floral decor and photography from our trusted partners, and more. Please contact us for more information. All of Gracie's events are distinct in that they are infused with the magical ambiance that distinguishes the establishment from the rest. When you choose Gracie's to host your event, the sky is the limit in terms of what you can do. Our talented team will collaborate with you from the beginning to the end of the event to ensure that your vision is perfectly executed and that your guests have a night to remember. Please consider hosting your meeting or celebration in one of our private spaces while enjoying our seasonally curated Five Course Tasting, which includes wine pairings selected by our Sommelier, or other exquisite enhancements. When combined with the exquisite aesthetic of Gracie, a refined and uplifting environment is created for holding strategy meetings, conference gatherings, and team appreciation celebrations.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 90-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Event Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

Built in 1896, the Casino at Roger Williams Park is a Colonial Revival building that stands as an example of historic preservation within Providence's 427-acre Roger Williams Park, in the city's Elmwood section, minutes from downtown. The building features hand-finished wood paneling and original maple flooring on the ground level, while the upstairs ballroom offers birch floors, 20-foot ceilings, and plaster detailing. A porch and fireplace round out the building's character. The venue offers configurable event spaces: the second-floor Ballroom accommodates dinner and dancing, seated dinners, or auditorium-style gatherings, the ground-floor First Floor suits smaller dinners or standing receptions, and the entire facility can be rented together for larger standing receptions. Rentals run on a standard eight-hour schedule, with two hours for setup, five hours for the event, and one hour for breakdown, and reduced rates are available during the winter season from January 2 through March 31. Tables and chairs are provided at no additional charge, and on-site parking accommodates up to 75 vehicles. The Casino is available for events year-round, except on Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving.

• Spaces for 80-300 Guests
• 1 Garden
• 2 Parks

The Roger Williams Park Botanical Center is a greenhouse event venue set within Roger Williams Park, 427 acres of historic parkland in the Elmwood section of Providence, Rhode Island, just minutes from downtown. Lush gardens, a Koi Pond, and 45-foot-tall palms give the space its character, creating a garden backdrop for weddings, private events, and fundraisers. Rentals run on a five-hour basis and include the Conservatory and Mediterranean Room, which accommodates up to 150 guests theater-style and 80 for a seated reception, dinner, or dance in the Mediterranean Room. The venue also offers use of the Lakeside Pavilion, available May through October, which holds up to 300 guests theater-style and 150 for a seated reception, dinner, or dance. Caterers are given access starting at 4pm with an hour set aside for post-event breakdown, and professional photography is permitted throughout the gardens with a permit, which can be built into a wedding package.

• Spaces for 220 Guests

• Spaces for 500 Guests

• Spaces for 120-350 Guests
• 2 Barns
• 2 Farms

Five Bridge Inn is a bed-and-breakfast and event venue set on a historic property in Rehoboth, Massachusetts, with over 24 years of experience hosting celebrations. The estate features an 18th-century farmhouse surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, miles of nature trails, and resident animals — including goats and alpacas — that give the property a distinctly pastoral character. Two event spaces accommodate groups of different sizes. The Retreat Barn offers a rustic setting for gatherings of up to 120 guests, while the newly constructed Innkeeper's Barn, a modern farmhouse-style space, handles events of up to 270 guests. On-site lodging in private suites within the historic farmhouse is also available, making Five Bridge Inn a natural fit for wedding weekends and multi-day events. The venue is dog-friendly and hosts a wide range of occasions — weddings, birthday parties, bridal showers, baby showers, corporate parties, charity events, and more — and welcomes guests year-round.

The Warwick Country Club, with its panoramic views of the beautiful Narragansett Bay, provides an unparalleled and unforgettable experience for you and your guests. With a capacity of up to 200 people, the Club is an excellent choice for business conferences, holiday parties, baby showers, and weddings, among other events. Our knowledgeable sales team will go above and beyond to ensure that all of your expectations are met, while also providing personalized touches throughout. The Warwick Country Club, located in the picturesque Warwick Neck with a view of Narragansett Bay, is the ideal location for your event. This location is exquisite, as it boasts a panoramic view of the ocean. The Warwick Country Club offers a one-of-a-kind experience for all of its visitors. Warwick Country Club's Executive Chefs prepare delectable cuisine for our members and guests. Menus can be created by choosing from a la carte options. Rhode Island has many beautiful venues and excellent Executive Chefs to choose from, but it is our hospitality that distinguishes us from the rest of the country. Every time, our goal is the same: to provide you with extraordinary food and outstanding service in order to make you feel welcome, comfortable, and cared for. Our number one priority is to make your day as seamless as possible, and we strive to ensure that every visitor has a WOW moment.

• Spaces for 60 Guests

• Spaces for 1,200 Guests

Venus De Milo is a family-owned event facility in Swansea, Massachusetts that has hosted celebrations across southern New England for more than 60 years. Founded in 1960 by Monsour J. Ferris, the venue carries three generations of Ferris family hospitality — and a legacy of notable guests that has included Frank Sinatra, Ted Kennedy, and Danny Thomas. The building spans eight banquet rooms with a combined seating capacity of more than 2,000 guests, accommodating everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale galas. Generously sized dance floors, modern audiovisual equipment — including ceiling projectors, broadcast equipment, and wireless microphones — and high-speed WiFi are available throughout. Temperature-controlled storage is offered for wedding materials and décor. Venus De Milo hosts weddings, corporate meetings and conventions, proms, senior celebrations, and private parties. The venue welcomes approved external caterers for multi-cultural events and completed a comprehensive interior renovation beginning in fall 2022.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 100 Guests

• Spaces for 220 Guests

Fall River Country Club is a private golf and event venue situated in the north end of Fall River, Massachusetts. Established in 1895, the club occupies a secluded setting along the banks of the Taunton River, and water views carry throughout the clubhouse and the surrounding property. The clubhouse accommodates private gatherings of up to 180 guests and hosts only one event at a time — an approach that allows the full-service team to focus entirely on each occasion. Menu offerings include White Glove Dinner Service, hors d'oeuvres, brunch, and banquet service, suited for weddings, business meetings, and family reunions alike.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

The Historic Abbey is an event venue housed inside a meticulously restored Victorian church at 100 Rock Street in Fall River, Massachusetts. Built in 1878, the building carries a storied past: it served as the parish church of Lizzie Borden, provided the backdrop for Aerosmith's music video "Crying," and later housed the International Culinary Institute of America. Restored in 2015 and reimagined as a dedicated event destination, the space preserves its original stained glass windows, exposed brick, soaring ceilings, and exquisite chandeliers. The venue welcomes a wide range of private occasions — weddings, bridal and baby showers, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, and corporate events — all within a setting defined by its exceptional architectural character and rich New England history.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

McGovern's on the Water is a family-owned restaurant and banquet facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, established in 1968. Over more than 50 years and three generations of the McGovern family, the venue has grown from a small neighborhood restaurant into a full-service event destination. The property spans 10 acres along the shores of Laurel Lake, with picturesque gardens, manicured lawns, and a romantic gazebo suited for outdoor ceremonies and photographs. Two banquet rooms together accommodate gatherings of up to 250 guests, supported by the venue's in-house catering program that reflects the family's deep commitment to quality, locally sourced food. Fall River's location places the venue 20 minutes from Providence, Rhode Island, and roughly an hour from Boston.