Top Lawrence Venues

Designed for corporate events, seminars, and social celebrations, the University of Kansas Conference Center offers unmatched flexibility within the largest event space in Douglas County—supported by expert coordination and curated food and beverage service, every detail is thoughtfully managed to ensure a memorable experience for hosts and guests alike.

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Museum
• 1 space at this venue

Cider Gallery occupies a nationally recognized historic building in Lawrence, Kansas's Warehouse Arts District — a space that began as a cider distillery and has since been transformed into a working fine art gallery and event venue. Soaring exposed brick walls, original wood beams, original wood floors, and bountiful windows give the first-floor gallery a character that few purpose-built event spaces can match, while rotating fine art collections add a layer of visual interest unique to each event. The venue accommodates up to 200 guests and is rented exclusively — events take over the entire first-floor gallery along with the adjacent outdoor garden patio, which features string lights and a sheer curtain wall backdrop. Rentals include tables, linens, seating, staff setup and breakdown, a full bar with glassware, an A/V system with microphone, speakers, three TVs, and a projection screen, plus a dedicated on-site manager. Outside caterers are welcome, and the venue extends the same flexibility to other vendors. Cider Gallery hosts weddings, corporate events, cocktail receptions, graduation celebrations, nonprofit gatherings, and celebrations of life. The space is pet friendly, and a private getting-ready suite is available on wedding days.

• Spaces for 48 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Maggiano’s Little Italy – Overland Park brings classic Italian-American cuisine and warm hospitality to celebrations and group dining in the Kansas City area. Guests enjoy generous, made-from-scratch pastas, seasonal entrées, and shareable favorites alongside curated wine and cocktail selections in comfortable private and semi-private dining spaces suited for rehearsal dinners, birthdays, corporate dinners, anniversaries, and family gatherings. The event team works with hosts to tailor menus and service to each occasion, combining thoughtful details and attentive support to elevate every moment. Catering options and customizable group menus are available for celebrations off-site as well. With timeless Italian flavors and seamless service, Maggiano’s makes every gathering feel special and memorable.

• Spaces for 1,228 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Discover Sheraton Overland Park: Your Perfect Event Destination At Sheraton Overland Park, we specialize in hosting events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations. Our versatile venues offer the ideal setting for weddings, corporate functions, and social events. Room Blocks: Ensure comfort for your guests with our spacious and modern accommodations. With flexible room block options, we make group bookings effortless, providing a seamless stay experience. Catering Options: Delight your attendees with our exceptional catering services, featuring customizable menus crafted by our talented culinary team. Whether it's a lavish banquet or casual buffet, our offerings cater to every palate. Experience unmatched service and hospitality at Sheraton Overland Park, where your event is our top priority. Let us help you create unforgettable memories.

• Spaces for 125-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 1 Historic Space

Historic Taylor Barn is a limestone event venue near Lawrence, Kansas, built in 1879 by Eben Baldwin and German craftsmen. Originally constructed to house 30 head of horse and 80 tons of hay, the structure has been part of a working farm owned by the Taylor family since 1947. The barn has welcomed weddings and private celebrations since 2007, offering a one-of-a-kind rustic setting during its May through October season. The venue accommodates up to 125 guests across the barn, porch, and terrace, with packages that include banquet tables, white chairs, linens, indoor and outdoor bars, and a dedicated on-site coordinator. A historic farmhouse on the property is available to the bridal party on event days.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 1 Garden

Formerly the Victorian Veranda Country Inn, Veranda Venue sits on eight acres in Lawrence, Kansas, conveniently located off Interstate 70 between Topeka and Kansas City. The property combines a working farm setting with classic Victorian character, making it a self-contained destination for weddings and private celebrations. The centerpiece of the property is a two-story open barn that seats up to 250 guests for receptions, surrounded by mature gardens well-suited for outdoor ceremonies. An onsite ten-bedroom Victorian manor — including a honeymoon suite and nine additional guest suites — allows the wedding party and close family to stay on the property, with the Grand Victorian Package offering a full Friday-through-Sunday experience that includes rehearsal space, an event day coordinator, and two nights of lodging. A bring-your-own-caterer policy gives couples flexibility in planning their event.

• Spaces for 32-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Historic Spaces
• 2 Art Galleries

The Carnegie Building in Lawrence, Kansas, traces its origins to 1904, when a $27,000 grant from philanthropist Andrew Carnegie funded its construction as the city's public library. A PWA-funded addition followed in 1937, and the building served as Lawrence's public library until 1972. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 as the Old City Library, the same year the Lawrence Arts Center moved in. After a renovation by the Lawrence Parks, Recreation and Culture Department from 2009 to 2010, it reopened for public events in 2011. Today the building offers rental space for receptions, gatherings, and private events. The Entire Facility spans 30 by 71 feet and accommodates up to 150 seated or 200 standing guests. The Heritage Room — which opens to the East and West Galleries, each measuring 26 by 23 feet — seats up to 32 per gallery. The Heritage Room features WiFi, a projector, AV system, and a kitchenette with a full-sized refrigerator. Original tile flooring in the Heritage Room reflects the footprint of the building's historic library stacks.

• Spaces for 35-48 Guests

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• Spaces for 110-130 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

From holidays and birthdays to graduations and business events, Urban Egg provides a full restaurant space for your evening celebration or meeting. Conveniently located in Overland Park at 119th and Roe, our modern space is perfect for banquet events, corporate meetings or private parties. Choose delicious appetizers, entrees, desserts and beverages from our sample menu or work with our award-winning chefs to customize the menu to your needs. Let our team handle all the details! Full-Service Buffet Options from Prime Rib to Fajitas Wine Paired Dinners Heavy Appetizers & Passed Appetizers Full Bar Urban Egg Kansas City's evening event space is perfect for: Holiday Parties Cocktail Parties Business Meetings & Staff Parties Birthday Parties Bridal & Baby Showers Reunions Receptions

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• Spaces for 640-5,849 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Event Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

Welcome to the Overland Park Convention Center, the premier destination for event spaces in Overland Park and the surrounding Kansas City metropolitan area. Discover the capabilities of our high-quality, high-service, and high-tech center for your conference, trade show, wedding, exhibition, and beyond. Create an authentic experience with expert guidance from our certified event staff. See how the Overland Park Convention Center can elevate your event. Named the Best Small Convention Center in North America, the Overland Park Convention Center is known for it's professionally trained staff, exceptional attention to detail and award-winning culinary program led by Executive Chef David Ruiz. From thoughtfully curated menus to flawless event execution, every detail is designed to create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

Discover why Prairiefire in Overland Park has become one of the Kansas City area’s premier destinations for unforgettable events, entertainment, dining, and group experiences. From corporate gatherings and nonprofit galas to family celebrations, team-building events, weddings, and venue buyouts, Prairiefire offers a one-of-a-kind collection of dynamic spaces all within one vibrant district. Guests can explore the award-winning Museum at Prairiefire with its stunning architecture and immersive exhibits, enjoy private screenings and luxury movie experiences at AMC Dine-In Theatres, bowl, play billiards and bocce at the exciting new 810 Entertainment, or gather for pickleball, rooftop entertainment, lawn games, and chef-driven dining at Chicken N Pickle. Combined with exceptional restaurants, outdoor gathering spaces, shopping, hotels, art, and walkable attractions, Prairiefire delivers an all-in-one destination experience unlike anywhere else in the region. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large-scale event, Prairiefire offers endless opportunities to create memorable experiences in the heart of Overland Park.

• Spaces for 12-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

Nicklaus Golf Club at LionsGate is a private championship golf club in Overland Park, Kansas — the only links-style club in the Kansas City area, built around an 18-hole course designed by Jack Nicklaus. The 21,000-square-foot clubhouse sits at the heart of the property, offering fine dining, a casual grill room, and a range of gathering spaces suited to both social celebrations and corporate functions. The club hosts anniversary dinners, birthday parties, baby showers, family reunions, holiday gatherings, and corporate events including client dinners, team-building sessions, and golf outings. Event spaces — including a dining room, conference room, simulator lounge, and outdoor patio — accommodate groups of up to 125 guests. Customizable catering menus and on-site coordination support every event from planning through execution.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

• Spaces for 1,200 Guests

• Spaces for 200-400 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Barns
• 3 Total Spaces

Circle S Ranch & Country Inn is a family-owned wedding and event venue set on a working ranch near Lawrence, Kansas. The property offers both indoor and outdoor ceremony options — a shaded Wedding Garden and a renovated barn Chapel — along with the Party Barn reception hall, which is climate-controlled and accommodates up to 200 guests. For smaller gatherings, a Great Room provides an alternative reception setting. The ranch includes a 12-room country inn, allowing couples and their wedding party to stay on the property for the full weekend. Packages include the use of wooden benches, fruitwood chiavari chairs, linen tablecloths, and onsite staff throughout the event. The venue hosts one wedding per day, providing exclusive access to all spaces and grounds. Beyond weddings, Circle S Ranch welcomes corporate retreats, family reunions, and other private celebrations.

• Spaces for 299 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 1 Historic Space

Stony Point Hall is a wedding and event venue set on 14 acres of rustic, partially wooded landscape in the Vinland Valley near Baldwin City, Kansas, drawing couples from the Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City areas. The property carries genuine historical weight: the land traces to a pre-Civil War Santa Fe Trail settlement, and the current farm dates to 1860 when President James Buchanan deeded 160 acres to Milton Reynolds. The iconic hay barn, built in 1903 with hand-quarried stone, anchors the estate alongside a farmhouse that was expanded in the 1890s and a restored 1883 church on the grounds. The main hall accommodates up to 299 seated guests at round tables, with outdoor ceremony space included in every rental — an outdoor rose garden provides the ceremony backdrop, with chair setup and removal handled by the staff. Full-day rentals run from 8 a.m. to 1 a.m., giving couples private access to the entire property from setup through celebration. Tables, chairs, ceremony logistics, climate control, free Wi-Fi, and basic hall setup are all included in the rental fee with no hidden charges. The venue welcomes outside caterers and do-it-yourself food arrangements, keeping full flexibility in vendor selection. Built-in décor — white sheer curtains, fabric ceiling swags with twinkle lights, and four columns with color-changing lighting — sets an immediate atmosphere without requiring additional rentals.

• Spaces for 400 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Dunn's Landing is a working family farm in Wellsville, Kansas, rooted in over a century of Dunn family history. The 1,000-acre property centers on a century-old dairy barn that has been thoughtfully converted into a reception hall, making it one of the more distinctive rural event settings in the Kansas City metro region. The restored barn accommodates groups from 10 to 400 guests for weddings, reunions, corporate gatherings, and private parties. Two outdoor ceremony sites offer guests a choice of settings: an orchard looking over open Kansas fields, or a lake island surrounded by green pastures. After the ceremony, guests move to the barn for a reception with buffet dining and dancing. Beyond the event spaces, Dunn's Landing offers horse-drawn transportation — including stagecoaches, formal carriages, and farm wagons — for on-site use or off-site occasions such as parades and carriage rides. Farm tours, wagon rides through the natural Kansas prairies, and bonfire options round out the experience. The Orchard House Bed and Breakfast provides on-property overnight accommodations, and the venue includes parking for up to 100 vehicles.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Falcon Lakes Golf Club is a public golf and event venue in Basehor, Kansas, about 25 miles northwest of Kansas City. Opened in 2002 and designed by golf course architect Jay Morrish, the facility features a links-style layout with zoysia fairways and large, undulating greens set around the namesake lakes. The Venue at Falcon Lakes occupies the upper level of the clubhouse and opens onto a wraparound covered deck with panoramic views of the golf course and water. The space includes a main banquet room suitable for sit-down dinners, presentations, and dancing, plus an adjacent bar and cocktail area. The club hosts weddings and rehearsal dinners, corporate gatherings, and private parties including birthdays, reunions, anniversary celebrations, and holiday events. In-house catering and bar service are available with customizable food and beverage packages. The space is equipped with state-of-the-art A/V equipment and WiFi, and the property is ADA compliant. Tables and chairs are provided with every booking.

• Spaces for 120-1,200 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Total Spaces

The Olathe Conference Center at Embassy Suites by Hilton Olathe is the largest hotel event venue in the Southwest Kansas City metro, offering more than 24,000 square feet of flexible space for weddings, corporate conferences, galas, and private celebrations. A two-time recipient of Hilton's Connie Award — the brand's highest honor — the venue combines the scale to host up to 1,000 guests with the on-site infrastructure to accommodate a full event weekend under one roof. The Grand Ballroom, one of the largest ballroom wedding venues in the Kansas City area, seats up to 800 for a seated reception and accommodates up to 1,200 for cocktail-style events. The space is divisible into six breakout rooms for smaller gatherings, presentations, or multi-session conferences. For open-air events, The Reserve is a second-floor outdoor terrace lounge that accommodates up to 120 guests and is available for private events from May through October. All events are supported by an in-house culinary team offering plated dinners, buffet service, chef-attended stations, and custom bar packages. Directly connected to the venue are 200 Embassy Suites two-room suites, eliminating guest transportation and enabling multi-day event programming. Complimentary on-site parking accommodates more than 590 vehicles, and the venue is located approximately 20 minutes from downtown Kansas City in Johnson County.