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Choosing your opening party venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in Washington. 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 Washington venue has never been easier.
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Musicquarium Lounge
216 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
The Musicquarium at The Triple Door is a spacious, self-contained lounge that seats 150. The lounge takes its name from The Triple Door’s dedication to music and the brilliant visual focus of the room, a stunning 1900-gallon freshwater aquarium just inside the entrance. If people-watching doesn’t appeal, the fish-watching is pretty fascinating. The wraparound, U-shaped display bar ranges down the center of The Musicquarium, with a comfortably-arranged mix of tables and a standup bar on the Union Street side, plus seven booths for more private socializing lined up down the opposite side. A sneak hideaway occupies the corner at the far end of the booths.

Renton Community Center
1715 SE Maple Valley Hwy, Renton, WA 98057, USA- Spaces for 25-230 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Meeting Space
- 1 Waterfront
Situated along the Cedar River and just steps from Cedar River Park, the Renton Community Center sits minutes from downtown Renton with easy access to I-405, surrounded by the natural scenery of the Pacific Northwest. At the center of the facility is a banquet room overlooking the river, with vaulted ceilings and a contemporary design that accommodates up to 184 guests for banquet-style dining or theater-style seating. The venue also includes two full-sized gymnasiums, three meeting and classroom rooms, a dance/yoga studio, and a patio, offering space for everything from wedding receptions and birthday parties to business meetings, conferences, and seminars. Rental fees include tables, chairs, microphones, a projector screen, and a podium, with an LCD projector available on request in the banquet hall. Outside catering and decorations are permitted, and the building is equipped with wireless internet throughout.

Rein Fire Ranch
27615 340th Ave SE, Ravensdale, WA 98051, USA- Spaces for 225-300 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Farm
Rein Fire Ranch is a truly stunning wedding and special event location nestled amid the tranquil Sugarloaf Mountain Valley, about 45 minutes from downtown Seattle and Tacoma. At Rein Fire Ranch, we strive to exceed your expectations, whether you are wanting to stage your own event or hire a full service team to execute it for you. Rein Fire Ranch is a 45-acre historic horse facility with a variety of interesting characteristics. Our recently refurbished 4000 square foot barn can be modified for large or small receptions or other events, and a pavilion surrounded by calm gardens and meadows makes for a beautiful location for your wedding ceremony, outdoor reception, or special gathering. Evening gatherings are always popular around the campfire pit, and our cabana bar allows for a more personal setting. Rein Fire Ranch's crew is dedicated to making your wedding day fantasies come true, whether it's big or little, casual or formal. Everything you'll need for your big day is included in our base rental package. The outside meadows, ceremony pavilion, cabana bar, bonfire pit, and inside reception barn are all included in your 12-hour rental. 2 parking attendants, seats and tables for up to 225 guests, full build up and break down, recycling and rubbish, and a bonfire, all set up and managed by the RFR team, are all included (weather permitting). You can bring in any licensed caterer you choose because we have an open catering list.

Palisade Restaurant
2601 W Marina Pl, Seattle, WA 98199, USA- Spaces for 40-200 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 1 Outdoor
- 3 Waterfront
Palisade, Seattle's best wedding venue, blends iconic Seattle views with outstanding food and impeccable service. Three magnificent private event spaces, a delectable meal, and a professional event team to expertly assist you through every detail of your special day. The Magnolia Room It's located east of Palisade's main dining area and features koa wood elements as well as a breathtaking view of Elliott Bay Marina, the downtown Seattle city skyline, and Mt. Rainier. The Magnolia Room can seat up to 40 people for a sit-down event and up to 60 people for a reception. The Orchid Room It boasts hand-blown artisan glass chandeliers and a magnificent view of the downtown Seattle metropolitan skyline, Mt. Rainier, Bainbridge Island, and the Olympic Mountains, and is located west of Palisade's main dining room. The Orchid Room can seat up to 80 people for a sit-down function and up to 150 people for a reception. Guests may also use the adjacent, open deck area as an extension of their Orchid Room event or as a reception prior to their sit-down event within the room, weather permitting. Alani Room The Alani Room, which is distinct from our main restaurant, provides complete seclusion with its own entrance, tented patio area (during the summer months), built-in dance floor, separate kitchen and bar facilities, and stunning marina-level views. Courtyard Terrace For those perfect Seattle summer days, our outside terrace may be tented or left open to enjoy the beauty of the marina while taking in the panoramic views of the Seattle cityscape and mountains. This area, which can accommodate up to 200 guests for a ceremony or cocktail reception, is ideal for a ceremony or cocktail reception.

Beach Park Auditorium
22030 Cliff Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198, USA- Spaces for 200-300 Guests
- 1 Event Space
The Des Moines Beach Park is located on the beaches of Puget Sound and offers a variety of water activities. Every visitor will enjoy this magnificent park, which has something for everyone. Photographers will find themselves in their element at any time of day with the vistas of the Olympic Mountains and the islands. For individuals of all ages, the beach provides hours of entertainment and discovery. The Des Moines Creek Trail is paved and offers two miles of breathtaking wooded areas for walkers, runners, bikers, and dog walkers to enjoy. The historic Auditorium, which is 5,700 square feet in size, is hidden amongst huge trees and hillside vegetation, with the Des Moines Creek softly flowing past. It is an excellent location for huge events of various kinds, including weddings, training sessions, meetings, seminars, product launches, and more. In addition to historic stained-glass windows, cathedral ceilings with exposed wooden beams, and a wall of accordion doors that open to a vast 1,800 sq ft tree-lined patio, the Auditorium also has a stage and a concession stand. It's simple to arrange the vast, open area to fit your needs, and it provides a clean canvas for all of your event decor. The possibilities for seating and table arrangement are virtually limitless.

Skamania Lodge
1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, WA 98648, USA- Spaces for 80-500 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 3 Resorts
Skamania Lodge is a resort set in the Columbia River Gorge in Stevenson, Washington, built in 1993 amid evergreen forests overlooking the river and surrounding mountains. Pacific Northwest design carries through the guest rooms and public spaces, incorporating Native American artwork and local photography alongside a blend of rustic and contemporary style. For weddings and events, the lodge offers covered outdoor pavilions and an indoor ballroom. The Riverview Pavilion is a 2,500-square-foot covered space with river and mountain views, WholeTrees beams, fireplaces, and a dance floor for receptions of up to 180 guests, while the smaller Moonlight Pavilion, set against Red Bluff Mountain, holds up to 80 guests with a firepit and on-site bar. Indoors, the Stevenson Ballroom accommodates up to 350 guests for larger celebrations, and additional spaces such as the Amphitheater, Moonlight Lawn, Garden Patio, Glacier Hall, Boulder Terrace, and Atrium provide further options for ceremonies and cocktail hours. Couples can get ready on-site in the lodge's guestrooms, suites, treehouses, or cabins and villas, and the property's in-house culinary team caters each event. Beyond weddings, Skamania Lodge serves as a meetings and events destination with a dedicated conference center, along with dining at the Cascade Dining Room and River Rock, spa and wellness services, golf, and adventure activities such as ziplining that round out the resort experience.

Wellspring Spa
54922 Kernahan Rd E, Ashford, WA 98304, USA
Stillaguamish Senior Center
18308 Smokey Point Blvd, Arlington, WA 98223, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
- 1 Event Space
On Smokey Point Boulevard just off I-5 in Arlington, Washington, the Stilly Valley Center's main building was raised in the early 1970s by local seniors, volunteers, and donated labor after North Snohomish County residents organized the center in 1970 on a former motel site. That community-built hall now anchors the center's rental program, hosting wedding receptions, banquet dinners, anniversaries, and family reunions in the evenings and on weekends. The Main Hall is the center's largest rental space, holding up to 250 guests for dining and events when its side rooms are included, making it suited to receptions and banquets that call for a single large gathering space. Smaller rooms are also available for more intimate meetings and gatherings. A certificate of liability insurance is required for all rentals, and a banquet permit is needed for any event serving alcohol.

Mazama Country Inn
15 Country Rd, Mazama, WA 98833, USA- Spaces for 100 Guests
The Inn at Mazama's biggest surprise for planners is its Clubhouse — a newly renovated space that hosts weddings and retreats and doubles as an on-site yoga studio and cafe-style co-working space, all part of a boutique mountain inn in the heart of the Methow Valley. Positioned just steps from the trails, a local store, and a pub, the Inn has managed vacation rental cabins throughout the Methow Valley for over 30 years and pairs 18 guest rooms — spread across eight types, from compact queens to king suites with jetted tubs and cast iron stoves — with nightly rental cabins around Mazama. Guests can unwind in the outdoor pool, hot tub, and sauna, or play a set on the pickleball and tennis courts between adventures in the North Cascades. For events, the Clubhouse offers a flexible setting for weddings, yoga retreats, family gatherings, corporate off-sites, and groups of skiers, hikers, and cyclists. The Inn doesn't offer fixed wedding packages, so couples work directly with the property and local vendors to shape a day and budget; catering can be arranged, and small groups may use the Clubhouse kitchen by prior arrangement. Groups booking half or more of the Inn's rooms qualify for special group rates.

Café Campagne
1600 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98101, USA- Spaces for 30-35 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
Located in the heart of Pike Place Market, Café Campagne can serve as the ideal platform for your next private function, complete with it’s unique charm and flair. Café Campagne provides old world charm, tucked away in historic Post Alley. The classic French restaurant offers a dining experience that is familiar in its traditional French cooking, while reflecting a respect for local products and personal comforts, the Café conjures an ambiance that is relaxing and cozy paired perfectly with highly professionalized service. For your lunch, reception, or dinner, the back room of the Café, the Salle du Marche (Market Hall), provides a completely private setting for your group’s wining & dining experience. Along with the restaurant comes the knowledge and careful hand of our head chef and proprietor, Chef Daisley Gordon. Our team is here to provide you with a wonderful, seamless, and memorable dining experience.

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle
1101 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA- Spaces for 20-180 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 15 Hotels
- 15 Total Spaces
Our knowledge of the importance of selecting the ideal location for your engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, or other wedding event stems from the fact that, well, we really deliver in that regard. Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, the Hotel Monaco Seattle is within walking distance of the city's most popular attractions (Pike Place Market, the waterfront, Pioneer Square, sports stadiums, and the list goes on). Of course, this is only the beginning of the story. Our adaptable event spaces, exceptional, personalized service, and delectable catering menus assist you in bringing every detail of your unique vision to life, right in the heart of the city, at the Hilton Chicago. We're just as committed to bringing your vision of a dream wedding or wedding-related event to life as you are to making it a reality. In collaboration with you, our team of skilled event staff and planners can help you find the ideal location, create the perfect menu, and make your special wedding events feel truly unique and memorable. Kimpton Hotel Monaco is a luxury hotel in Monaco. Event for a Wedding in Seattle Factors that make you go "Wow": Event spaces that can accommodate up to 180 guests, including our approximately 2,160-square-foot Paris Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 180 guests for a reception Smaller spaces that won't overwhelm more intimate gatherings are preferable. During the summer months, Outlier's patio offers a variety of options for outdoor celebrations. Luxurious, spacious suites for couples looking to tie the knot in style, as well as for wedding parties preparing for and unwinding on the big day. High-tech audio/visual capabilities ensure that heartfelt speeches, photo slideshows, and unexpected choreographed dances can be delivered uninterrupted. Professional wedding planners to assist you with every detail of your wedding from start to finish. Outlier Catering offers seasonal catering packages that can be customized. Special offers on room blocks for your guests are available.

Ballard Homestead
6541 Jones Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117, USA- Spaces for 240-260 Guests
- 1 Theater
- 1 Historic Space
Built in 1923, this cozy venue looks like an old home but was built as a “Mission Hall”. In 2012, community members and church leaders came together with a shared vision to open the space for community engagement. Major renovations began with design assistance from Nathan Marion of Lonely Buildings. Local contractors, many volunteers from the community, Abbey Arts, Seattle Works, and church groups helped with the project. In 2014 a partnership was created with Abbey Arts, a local nonprofit arts organization that presents and curates creative events at historic spaces around Seattle. After a two-year renovation process the Homestead is now host to community events, concerts (bluegrass, acoustic, folk, children), family events, workshops, classes and much more. The building maintains its old time house feel with a focus on sustainability and community interaction through arts, culture and education.

Skagit River Brewery
404 S 3rd St, Mt Vernon, WA 98273, USA- Spaces for 50 Guests
Skagit River Brewery welcomes private events and everyday gatherings alike across its dining room, bar, and outdoor patio in downtown Mount Vernon, Washington. A part of the city's heritage since it was founded in 1995, the brewery has built a reputation on handcrafted beer and hearty pub fare made with locally sourced ingredients, including house-smoked meats that anchor the menu. Guests can settle into the restaurant, pull up to the bar, or gather on the patio, with an upstairs game room offering extra space to spread out. The team describes its approach simply: a cozy space, good hospitality, great food, and a family-friendly atmosphere. For groups planning a get-together, the brewery's site includes a request form for submitting a preferred date, time, and party size directly to the team.

Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden
13735 24th Ave S, SeaTac, WA 98168, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden sits on eleven acres adjacent to the North SeaTac Community Center, formed when two private gardens — the Elda Behm Paradise Garden and the Seike Family Japanese Garden — were slated for demolition to clear the flight path for SeaTac Airport's third runway. Community members came together to relocate both gardens, along with thousands of plants, to their current home in North SeaTac Park. More than six of the garden's eleven acres are now planted, bringing together a collection of themed spaces that includes the Hicks Rhododendron and Azalea Garden, Lins Peony Garden, Seattle Rose Society Celebration Garden, Seike Japanese Garden, and dedicated collections maintained by the King County Iris Society, Puget Sound Daylily Society, and the Puget Sound and Western Fuchsia Species Societies, along with a Sensory Garden. The nonprofit Highline Botanical Garden Foundation, guided by a volunteer board, continues to expand the grounds according to a long-term master plan. Admission is complimentary, and the garden is open from dawn to dusk every day, with leashed dogs welcome throughout the grounds.

Sunset Hill Community Association
3003 NW 66th St, Seattle, WA 98117, USA- Spaces for 110-150 Guests
- 2 Historic Spaces
- 2 Meeting Spaces
Our classic, restored two-story Arts & Crafts–style clubhouse is available at reasonable rates for all kinds of events. These have included: weddings, commitment ceremonies, receptions, bat and bar mitzvahs, anniversaries, family reunions, musical and choral performances, dances, fundraisers, community events, church meetings, holiday parties, drivers education classes, writers’ workshops, art classes, puppet shows, film screenings, and more.

Center for Urban Horticulture
3501 NE 41st St, Seattle, WA 98105, USA- Spaces for 10-300 Guests
- 3 Outdoor Spaces
- 2 Event Spaces
- 8 Total Spaces
The Center for Urban Horticulture is a 16-acre landscaped campus of the University of Washington Botanic Gardens, established in 1984 alongside the adjoining 74-acre Union Bay Natural Area, an ecological restoration laboratory where more than 200 bird species have been documented. Its buildings sit within display gardens and greenhouses used for horticultural research and education. At the center of the campus, Merrill Hall was the first certified "green building" on the UW Seattle campus and houses the Center's administrative offices, the Elisabeth C. Miller Library, and the Otis Douglas Hyde Herbarium. The Center rents both indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings, mitzvahs, memorials, conferences, and retreats, accommodating groups of 20 to 200 guests indoors and up to 350 outdoors. NHS Hall, the Center's main reception venue, can be divided into three sections and opens onto McVay Courtyard, while the adjoining glass-enclosed Merrill Commons serves as supplementary space for dining, breakout sessions, and dancing. Outdoors, couples and groups can gather among the trees of Goodfellow Grove or on the open Event Lawn, surrounded by the Center's gardens.

Terra Blanca Winery & Estate Vineyard
34715 Demoss Rd, Benton City, WA 99320, USA- Spaces for 200-250 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Vineyard
- 1 space at this venue
Perched on the southwest slope of Red Mountain in Benton City, Washington, Terra Blanca Winery & Estate Vineyard sits in one of the state's most celebrated wine-growing regions, officially recognized as its own American Viticulture Area in 2001. Owners Keith and ReNae Pilgrim began clearing the 300-acre property by hand in 1992, planted the estate vineyard the following year, and released their first estate-produced vintages in 1997. The winery's Tuscan-inspired stone building, completed in 2006, includes barrel caves built from repurposed cement cylinders from the LIGO project, along with a tasting room and a terrace overlooking the estate vineyard and the Yakima Valley below. The estate's Vineyard Grill serves wood-fired brick oven pizzas and chateau-inspired cuisine on a terrace with panoramic valley views. For private events, Terra Blanca offers exclusive use of more than 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, hosting receptions for up to 250 guests and seated dinners for up to 200. Event packages include a dedicated event staff, a professional meeting planner, house linens and centerpieces, tables and chairs, and personalized food and beverage menus prepared by Terra Blanca's executive chef, paired with the estate's Red Mountain wines. Weddings are also held amid the property's vineyards and gardens with an all-inclusive package.

The Historic Davenport Hotel
10 S Post St, Spokane, WA 99201, USA- Spaces for 110-620 Guests
- 6 Hotels
- 4 Ballrooms
- 6 Total Spaces
The Historic Davenport Hotel offers nearly 33,000 square feet of event space across six named ballrooms and meeting rooms, with capacities ranging from intimate gatherings of around 10 to functions of several hundred guests. The largest of these, the Grand Pennington Ballroom, spans more than 6,000 square feet and can host up to 620 guests, while smaller rooms like the Elizabethan Room accommodate groups starting at 110. Open since 1914 and now part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, the hotel carries a Forbes Four-Star rating and has spent more than a century hosting galas, receptions, and weddings in downtown Spokane. Its ballrooms retain much of their original character: the Hall of the Doges was modeled after the palaces of Venice, with gold-leafed ceilings and antique crystal chandeliers, while the Isabella Ballroom keeps its original 1920s detailing and intricate ceiling work. The Marie Antoinette Ballroom pairs graceful balconies and ornate detailing with a large dance floor built for receptions. Beyond its event spaces, the hotel houses multiple restaurants and the Peacock Room Lounge, along with a spa and nine styles of guest rooms up to the 1,187-square-foot Governor Suite. A dedicated weddings team plans engagement parties, showers, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions on site, working from the property's in-house catering.

Gig Harbor Yacht Club
8209 Stinson Ave, Gig Harbor, WA 98332, USA- Spaces for 150-220 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Waterfront
Gig Harbor Yacht Club has been part of the South Sound boating community since 1958, when it began as a small group of charter members meeting above Gig Harbor's waterfront. Today the club's clubhouse sits in downtown Gig Harbor with a view of the bay from its outdoor deck, and it opens its doors to members and non-members alike for private events. The clubhouse offers an open floor plan that hosts can decorate to fit their occasion, with capacity for 150 to 200 guests depending on the event configuration. Weddings, birthdays, meetings, and other special and casual occasions all take place here, supported by round and rectangular tables, chairs, a state-of-the-art AV system with a 75-inch flat screen and overhead projection, and an in-house chef and catering team. The entire venue is handicap accessible, with plenty of free parking and easy access to nearby downtown marinas, parks, and lodging.

Salt & Iron
321 Main St, Edmonds, WA 98020, USA- Spaces for 40-60 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Meeting Space
Salt & Iron, located in the center of Downtown Edmonds, offers comforting American Northwest food. Their objective is to deliver a comfortable dining experience with local oysters, steaks, and exceptional American cuisine. It is the idea of partners Andrew Leckie and Shubert Ho. Inspired Interiors of Edmonds created Salt & Iron's dining room, which adds a brighter and more friendly dining setting to the Downtown core. The Kingston Ferry and the iconic Edmonds Fountain, where the Edmonds Farmer's Market and the Edmonds Art Walk take place, are both just a short walk away. Craft cocktails, local wines, and draft beers are available at the full bar to complement the dining experience. There is ample patio and indoor dining. For your protection, we've added ion air cleansing technology and increased our safety standards. Join us in one of the Puget Sound Region's safest dining establishments! Salt & Iron's flagship Private Dining Room in Downtown Edmonds can accommodate up to 40 guests for a family-style meal or up to 60 for standing cocktails and appetizers!