Top Dallas Downtown Historic District Wedding Shower Venues

• Spaces for 400-800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Located in the Harwood District in Uptown Dallas, Marie Gabrielle Restaurant and Gardens is a 1.5-acre garden oasis known for its vast event space and exquisite dining and catering options. Meticulously manicured gardens, ancient art, and stunning oak and river birch trees encompass the 8,265 square foot pond that is found at its center. Its European-influenced design is the perfect fusion of nature and architecture, creating a perfect setting for ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, social events, private corporate functions, and private events.

• Spaces for 100-1,000 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Thompson Dallas features the city’s premier event venue, formally known as The National Ballroom. The masterfully appointed ballroom offers flexible floor plans able to accommodate events of any scale. The National Ballroom is surrounded with 20-foot floor to ceiling windows and panoramic views of Dallas. Events at Thompson Dallas are complemented by a best-in-class culinary experience and an expert on-site event staff. Thompson Dallas is set within The National, Dallas’ newest urban luxury mixed-use project. The 51-story tower has been curated by a team of award winning designers and will showcase Thompson’s unrivaled level of personalized hospitality with an edge. Thompson Dallas will offer bespoke journeys centered around world-class culinary & nightlife offerings as well as refined art & entertainment in a way that only Thompson can curate. Essentials include 219 rooms with 52 suites; three full-service offerings for dining and drink; a boutique spa and fitness experience focused on wellness; a variety of spaces for events, including the ~14,000 square foot National Ballroom; plus stunning skyline views from the ~2-acre 9th floor pool deck, which houses a long list of unparalleled amenities.

• Spaces for 12-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

We spent months traveling to Latin America, perfecting our wood-fire cooking techniques, creating our own reposado tequila, and even learning how to salsa dance. Te Deseo is our love letter to the liveliness, mystery, and community that blooms throughout the region. Featuring bold flavors of Latin American-inspired cocktails and cuisine, your senses will fall in love with Te Deseo. Spanning 14,000 square feet, Te Deseo features a series of unique dining rooms, four bars, and a stunning rooftop overlooking the city. As the eighth restaurant in the Harwood District, Te Deseo is an elevated destination with irresistible energy lasting well into the night.

• Spaces for 25-200 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 3 Outdoor Spaces

Recognized as one of the “Best Happy Hours in Dallas” by the Dallas Observer, D Magazine, Dallas Eater and CultureMap, Happiest Hour is one of Dallas’ most popular destinations. Happiest Hour is Dallas’ largest patio bar and lounge, featuring a rooftop deck with an impeccable view and four full-service bars spread out over 12,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor bliss. The menu is line-up that is sure to cure any craving and a giant beverage program featuring signature cocktails, team drinks for the whole crew, wines on tap and more than 50 different beer selections. Happiest Hour is located at 2616 Olive St. in the Harwood District, mere steps away from the American Airlines Center in Dallas.

• Spaces for 200-4,300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

As one of Dallas’s most jaw dropping venues, we have the capabilities to host corporate events, like your office holiday party or a large-scale conference, as intimate as 150 people all the way up to concerts for over 4,000. A versatile and flexible space, we pride ourselves on the diversity of events we’ve been able to host and have been home to corporate galas, fashion shows, boxing and MMA fights, company holiday party celebrations, 3 on 3 basketball tournaments and much more. An industrial chic venue, we recently underwent a $7MM “to the studs” renovation to make us a perfect location for hosting events of any kind, from an intimate happy hour to a full-blown company holiday party to a private concert featuring a local or national artist with full production. The Bomb Factory and Factory Ballroom is available for daily or week-long rentals, so we can accommodate single-day events and week-long celebrations. We also offer incredible on-site event amenities, including a state-of-the-art sound system, security team, and more.

• Spaces for 80-110 Guests

Bring your friends to Monarch and enjoy a private celebration. Look through our selection of carefully curated, inviting event rooms, which are ideal for groups of any size, from intimate gatherings to large events. Danny Grant, a two-Michelin-star chef, and his colleagues created Monarch, a wood-fired, modern Italian restaurant. The ultimate manifestation of luxury dining in Dallas is our expansive, stylishly constructed environment and exquisite food. The general approach to preparation is light, fresh, and technique driven, serving handcrafted pastas, steaks, and fresh seafood. Why not enjoy your next event in the place that has it all: a picture perfect setting, top notch customer service, and meals that will leave all your guests wanting more! The wood-fired hearth of our restaurant is where you'll find charred fresh prawns, wood-fired roasted artichoke, and fire-roasted octopus ala plancha – the appetizers alone may steal the show. But make sure to stick around for the main course, where you can be treated to anything from king crab to a porterhouse steak to fresh pasta! While general booking gives you a better than 40% chance of securing a window seat, we have a means for you to guarantee a window table. You can specify this request at the time of booking. A $125 deposit per person is required for these guaranteed window seats. Please note that we are unable to accommodate seating requests; nevertheless, we are confident that your experience will be fantastic regardless of where you sit. We are excited to welcome you into our space and look forward to making your event a success!

• Spaces for 1,000 Guests

Located in the vibrant Deep Ellum neighborhood, Punch Bowl Social Dallas is the ultimate destination for private events that combine fun, flair, and unforgettable experiences. Spanning 26,000 square feet across two floors, our venue captures the eclectic spirit of Deep Ellum with a "dirty modern" design influenced by the area's rich Jazz history, Punch Rock music, and the iconic Central Track. Whether you’re planning a corporate gathering, celebration, or social event, Punch Bowl Social offers an array of entertainment options to keep your guests engaged and entertained. Enjoy three fully stocked bars, a scratch kitchen serving deliciously crafted dishes, and a variety of activities including bowling, karaoke, ping-pong, wall scrabble, and vintage arcade games. Our venue is designed to accommodate groups up to 1000 guests, ensuring your private event is not only memorable but perfectly tailored to your needs. Let us help you create an experience that your guests will talk about long after the last cocktail is served.

Step behind the curtain and into something rare. Nestled in the heart of downtown, 1519 is an exclusive cocktail lounge built for intimate gatherings and refined celebrations. With original 1870s brick walls and early 1920s marble floors, this hidden gem blends timeless character with elevated hospitality, the kind of place where connections deepen and conversations linger. Designed for full buyouts and VIP-level hosting, 1519 offers a private, curated experience in one of the most storied buildings. Whether you're entertaining clients, toasting milestones, or gathering your executive team, this space delivers intimacy, elegance, and one of the best cocktail programs in the city. IDEAL FOR: Happy Hours, Corporate, Mixers, Client Entertainment, Upscale Birthdays, Rehearsals & Private Receptions

A new clear tent cathedral venue that can hold up to 300 guests. Ideal for weddings, non profit fundraisers , corporate events and more.

• Spaces for 325 Guests

The ARTISAN offers two unique outdoor spaces. The ARTISAN Hall Terrace and the Texas Sculpture Walk are located at the beautiful KPMG Plaza at HALL Arts. Our event team is passionate about executing a flawless event, with incredible culinary design and professional service. Our desire is to take the vision you have for your special occasion, gala, corporate meeting or conference and deliver a customized menu and event design that your guests will always remember!

Nestled in the heart of Dallas’ bustling West End, The Houston Room is housed in the beautifully refurbished century-old historic Landmark Center. Located on the 4th floor of the building, the facility is 4,000 square feet of sunlit space with picturesque skyline views, and an open concept floorplan. It offers a mix of charm and modern amenities that make it the ideal setting for a wide range of events such a weddings, corporate gatherings, birthdays, baby/bridal showers, and much more

• Spaces for 40-100 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 2 Total Spaces

Experience fine French cuisine in the heart of the Lone Star State. Inspired by its original design and the grand tradition of timeless European architecture — The French Room has been thoughtfully restored. The French Room has endured the test of time for more than a century and established its place as a culinary destination. Traditionally known as an exciting, awe-inspiring exploration of culinary and service excellence, The French Room has remained meaningful by realizing the perfect time to evolve – all the while – remaining true to its core. The French Room evolution is marked by the progressive discovery of a layered, storied past and celebration of life through food & drink. Enjoy The French Room’s storied tradition of Tea at The Adolphus or book your next private event amongst the honed marble floor, gilded Louis XVI style chairs reupholstered in subtly luxe fabrics, ornate sconces, and twin Italian Murano Glass chandeliers. To book your private event, please contact Hallie Ungerson at hungerson@adolphus.com

Villa Azur is a French hospitality brand of luxury restaurants that brings the vibe of the Southern France along with its epicurean spirit. Created in the heart of Miami Beach in 2012 by French entrepreneurs Paul Breuza, Jean-Philippe Bernard and Michael Martin, the first Villa Azur restaurant became a must-visit address in Miami's new dining golden era. Empowered by this Miami success, the long time friends started exporting their concept worldwide, opening Villa Azur restaurants in the world’s most vibrant cities, such as Mexico City - Polanco, Saint-Tropez in France, Bodrum in Turkey, and Las Vegas coming soon. Villa Azur is the love of sharing and pleasing our patrons. From the greeting, through the plate to the emotion. We enhance the five senses to offer an unforgettable experience.

• Spaces for 1,703 Guests
• 1 Theater

One of the finest performing arts venues in the southwest, the historic Majestic Theatre Dallas hosts a variety of concerts, performing arts, comedy and corporate events. The Majestic Theatre Dallas is managed by the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs. The historic Majestic Theatre Dallas is available for public and private events. With a capacity of 1703, the Majestic Theatre Dallas is ideal for many concerts, comedy shows, stage shows and performing arts events. The facility is also used for corporate meetings, nonprofit fundraisers and private events. The Majestic Theatre Dallas is not available for weddings.

• Spaces for 650-1,000 Guests

• Spaces for 144-3,340 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms

Omni Dallas Hotel is the newest convention and meetings destination in Dallas. Joined by a sky bridge to Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, the LEED Gold-certified hotel that is Omni Dallas Hotel provides convenient access to more than 2.1 million square feet of meeting space. Plus, Omni Dallas Hotel accommodates 2,500 attendees with more than 110,000 square feet of usable function space at the hotel. Let the hotel’s convention services team plan a successful event that combines legendary service, advanced technology and award-winning culinary. Choose Omni Dallas Hotel for any event, including weddings, corporate functions, holiday parties, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, milestone celebrations, and more. Omni Dallas Hotel is a 1,001 guest room hotel that includes multiple dining options, including Bob’s Steak & Chop House, an innovative farm-to-market restaurant and an interactive sports bar. Located in the center of downtown, Omni Dallas Hotel is close to restaurants, shops, museums and entertainment options. Your guests will love the convenient location and come back to visit Omni Dallas Hotel again and again.

• Spaces for 100-2,300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Theater
• 3 Event Spaces

The Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House, an unparalleled setting, reinvents the conventional opera house form, inverting its closed, hierarchical structure to create a transparent, publicly-welcoming series of spaces that wrap around the rich red glass drum of the performance hall. With two performance chambers and an expansive lobby for special events, the versatile venue that is Winspear Opera House offers an array of extraordinary guest experiences.

2616 Commerce Event Center is a multi-level Dallas wedding venue and corporate event space featuring a rooftop deck with skyline views of downtown Dallas and two unique indoor spaces. This downtown Dallas special events venue has everything imaginable to create the most unique and memorable events. 2616 Commerce Event Center is also perfectly suited to host any type of event from 50 up to 1,000 guests. 2616 Commerce Event Center is conveniently located just blocks from the convention center and within walking distance of many great restaurants, bars, shopping and hotels. Outside catering is allowed and you have the option to bring in your own alcohol for private events. Our goal is to make the event planning process easy and stress-free. 2616 Commerce Event Center’s event managers work closely with you throughout this process, coordinate with your vendors and oversee all aspects of your event to ensure it is a success.

• Spaces for 40-700 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space

Komodo Dallas is the second branch of Komodo, Groot Hospitality’s renowned Southeast Asian-inspired restaurant in Miami. Similar to its sister location, Komodo Dallas is both a dining and nightlife destination, offering guests a full service restaurant along with an intimate lounge. As in Miami, Komodo Dallas’ menu offers delicious takes on Southeast Asian dishes, all of which have been developed and interpreted with a global approach. The result is a unique dining experience, ranging from regularly rotating specials to house favorites such as Salmon Tacos, Lemon Pepper Texas Quail, Peking Duck, and Daring Plant Based Kung Pao Chicken. A full sushi bar is also included, while bespoke custom cocktails deliver lively and exclusive beverage options