The mission of the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts is to create an environment where all forms of artistic expression are appreciated, encouraged, and seen as a contribution to the quality of life in our community. Built-in 1921 as a home for the American Passion Play, the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts (BCPA), then known as Bloomington's Scottish Rite Temple, boasted an elegant lobby fronted by a graceful five-arched façade, a ballroom that could seat 1,000 diners and a 1,320-seat theatre that featured the largest stage west of New York. In 2000, The City of Bloomington formed the Bloomington Cultural District to assume ownership of the Consistory and surrounding properties to shepherd it through a restoration.

Originally designed by notable Bloomington-Normal architect George Miller and originally the home of the Odd Fellows organization, One Twenty Six has been lovingly restored and updated to create a modern event space that will leave your guests in awe. The venue has sleeping accommodations for up to 10 guests, which makes it an ideal location for those looking for more than just a reception hall or banquet center. The venue features a full kitchen, seating area, 2 full bathrooms, 2 bedrooms, 2 pull out couches, the ballroom, and lounge/billiard room where there's plenty of room for mingling with your guests after dinner! There's also a bar area where you can enjoy drinks before or after dinner if desired!

An area once reserved solely for the practical application of aging beers, and on occasion for private beer dinners, we opened up this space for guests to host private events such as ceremonies, receptions, showers & rehearsal dinners. Located within DESTIHL Brewery, the Barrel Room is where you’ll find something unique. Our modern-industrial space is perfect for the craft beer experience, a place where you’ll be greeted with our warm hospitality, and an experience unlike any other in Central Illinois.

Our historic event venue in Springfield has a distinctive and beautiful architectural design which is the perfect balance of vintage character, with an intimate vibe. This unique 2 story building features exposed trusses and wood beams, a huge candelabra chandelier, carved stone fireplace, large circle headed front windows, mezzanine balcony, imported quarry tile, palm modeled plaster walls, and many other original architectural elements.

Host your next wedding or celebration in the Fleur de Lis ballroom. Original pressed tin ceilings adorned with chandeliers will wow guests on your special day. Hardwood flooring and original brick walls, your choice of black or white linens for the tables. Bridal suite filled with mirrors and salons chairs for you to get in ready in. Upstairs is filled of places for you and your guest to stay. Cute downtown area with many small businesses for your guests to shop and eat at. Down the street from the riverfront with a beautiful stage for your outdoor ceremony needs. This town is filled of the most beautiful and unique airbnbs for all of your guests and you to stay at.

The Chateau Hotel and Conference Center is the most iconic venue in Bloomington, Illinois for Weddings, Conferences, Showers, Parties, and Special Events! Whether it's a meeting for 5 guests, a wedding reception for 300, or anything in between, we are happy to assist you in all phases of planning and accommodate your event. Contact us for a free consultation to plan your special event in Bloomington's Castle at The Chateau Hotel and Conference Center.

The Mt. Zion Convention Center is a multipurpose meeting and convention facility located in the newly constructed Mt. Zion Village East building along State Highway 121. Modern in design and technology, the Convention Center will serve Mt. Zion and our surrounding community as a destination for local and regional events. It has a grand ballroom that can be divided into three smaller rooms as well as three other small meeting rooms. The grand ballroom contains 11,000 square feet of unobstructed exhibit/meeting space, full-service catering, and experienced staff to help coordinate events of many sizes from as few as ten people to as many as 800 guests!

Crowne Plaza Springfield is an elegant and unique hotel located in Springfield, Illinois. This 70,000-square-foot event space is perfect for your glamorous wedding ceremony and reception. The Crowne Plaza Springfield is located just miles from Interstate 55 and 72. Offering both indoor and outdoor event spaces, the Crowne Plaza Springfield can accommodate up to 1,000 guests. We offer more than 30 different event spaces for couples to choose from, depending on the feel of your wedding and your guest count. The Grand Ballroom is 13,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 600 of your guests. For a more intimate space, the Roof Top patio is available and offers panoramic views of the city.

Hosting your wedding at the Inn at 835 leaves your guests wondering how you had the time to put so many details into your big day, when really, we take care of everything for you, from start to finish. As a full-service event center, we offer several special add-on services to enhance your event, including table side wine service, champagne, an open bar, centerpiece decorations and candles, colored linens, and silver coffee service. Everything you could want, all in one place.

Construction on the Lake Springfield Postal Club began in the early 1940s. Post office employees donated over 50,000 hours on weekends, evenings and days off to complete the building. A team of horses and a sliding bucket were used to dig out the basement. The Postal Club officially opened in 1948. The total construction cost was approximately $15,000. In 2005, there were only two of the original Postal Club members left. In 2000 the Postal Club merged with the Springfield Firefighters Local 37. In 2001 the firefighters burned down the original Postal Club to make way for a new building. The new club was completed in 2002. The total construction cost was $3.6 million. The clubhouse is surrounded by 5 acres of woods, with boathouses, docks, beaches, parking lot, sidewalks, bandstand, and much more.

Nestled less than one mile from Interstate 55 and historic Route 66 in Lexington, is Castle Gardens, a truly unique estate. Castle Gardens features the nationally recognized David Hyatt Van Dolah house, a MTC 36-passenger train, and a locally restored Allan Herschell 36-horse carousel.

Imagine your special wedding in the vineyard of Hill Prairie Winery! You can enjoy a backdrop of our ponds, vineyard, windmill and rolling hillsides. Your photos and video can capture your once-in-a-lifetime moments in a natural setting. Have your wedding next to a pond, the vineyard, windmill, rolling hills or even inside our 100 year old barn. We can host your wedding and reception. Don’t take a chance on the weather somewhere else! We can handle your special day, rain or shine.

Company 421 was established in 2021 as the perfect space to host an intimate gathering. Owner Hillary of Hillary Rae Events found that she was running into problems when trying to find a local venue space for her events less than 100 people that made her clients feel at home. That is what led her to establish Company 421 the perfect space to host small intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, wedding showers, baby showers and so much more. Her goal was to create a space that her clients felt at home and comfortable, without having to deal with the stress involved with hosting a small gathering at her client’s actual house.

Celebrate your nuptials by surrounding yourself with spectacular displays of spring blooming bulbs or the blazing color of autumn. Luthy Botanical Garden offers a tranquil setting for your wedding day, and provides a spectacular opportunity for you and your guests to enjoy natural beauty in any season. The Luthy Botanical Garden boasts a variety of unique settings, and one is sure to be perfect for your wedding celebration. Whether you celebrate under the blossoms of Crab Apple Cove or in the heart of the Woodland Garden, you are sure to have a wedding day remembered for its beauty and distinction.

An intimate and versatile venue designed to host various gatherings and functions. Our space is well-suited for events such as meetings, workshops, seminars, bridal showers, birthday parties, and small receptions. The Coventry Room was carefully curated to create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere.