Your wedding should be a representation of your individual personalities as well as your mutual love and vibe as a couple. It showcases you in front of your guests and sets the tone as to what the new chapter of your life starts out as. It all starts with a venue. Location is arguably the most important part of the wedding planning process. It is not only the first thing that will make an impact, but the entire atmosphere will be infused into every aspect of the event. That’s why, couples who love to be outdoors, are moving away from traditional wedding options and choosing backyard weddings with a more comfortable event venue and atmosphere. You don’t need to fly to an exotic place to have a beautiful backdrop for your wedding day. While the sandy beaches and mountains are nice, the trees and blooming flowers in a garden are just as good. Another advantage of organizing your wedding outdoors is to let Mother Nature take the lead in decorating.

The Place To Be is an event space in Phoenix, Arizona, with all events coordinated by Dr. Laura Jaime. Located on Historic Grand Avenue, this courtyard reflects the eclectic atmosphere of its surroundings. The Place To Be offers three main wedding packages, both designed to reflect couples' individual tastes and preferences. All packages include wedding decor such as ceremony arches, greenery, and rugs. The dedicated staff oversees setup and cleanup and will curate floorplans to match your event's style and size. Laura works closely with each couple during their planning process. You will also have access to a variety of items in their inventory, including linens, dinnerware, and silk flowers. While you are welcome to select your own vendors, The Place To Be is happy to provide you with recommendations. They have partnered with unique entertainment options, including flash tattoos, bartenders, and fire-dancing performances.

Selecting the perfect venue for your special day can be an overwhelming task, but our creative team takes the stress out of the wedding planning process. Our coordinators take the time to guide you through every detail of your special event and assist you in selecting anything from table linens and centerpieces to your event schedule. Our packages are designed to provide you with incredible service so you can sit back and enjoy a worry-free wedding celebration.

You and your fiancé will enjoy saying your vows in our large gazebo while listening to fountains flow and birds’ chirp. Following, you will enjoy a large reception area where you will dance the night away under the twinkle lights, hang out by the fire, and enjoy many more activities. Having your own personal on-site wedding coordinator, we will help bring your ideas and dreams into a perfect day. Our facility is newly renovated, with over one-half acers of lush gardens, multiple colors of seasonal flowers, green plants, spacious grass areas, and large mature trees. It’s a photographer’s paradise, creating picture perfect moments.

Peoria Sports Complex offers a variety of different event spaces available to rent for your next event! Choose from smaller, indoor spaces for meetings and receptions to large outdoor spaces for big events such as auto tent sales, boat & RV shows, car shows, and more. We even do weddings! Send us an event booking request to find out more about hosting your event at our outstanding facility. Catering services are available for your event as well. This page showcases some of the different event spaces for rent that Peoria Sports Complex has to offer.

The Rio Vista Recreation Center is a contemporary building providing a versatile, family-friendly space. Located in Peoria, half an hour from Phoenix, this venue was twice named Outstanding Facility of the Year by the Arizona Parks and Recreation Association. The sleek design adds a feel of modern elegance, with plenty of space to host your event. The Lakeview Room is a large banquet hall with an outdoor patio, perfect for the cocktail hour and evening of dinner and dancing. The manicured walkways and lovely landscaping are an excellent backdrop for an outdoor ceremony and photographs at sunset. A kind, helpful staff will strive to meet your needs so that planning your event is easy.