Anthem STORIES

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All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $2,500 for off-peak dates, and $3,975 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 750 seated guests

About this venue

Welcome to Anthem STORIES, a one-of-a-kind event experience in the heart of downtown Waco. Our venue offers in-house dining & beverage options, stunning rental amenities, and a vintage urban aesthetic that is sure to set the stage for a memorable experience. This thoughtfully restored 20th century space is the perfect setting to celebrate all of life’s special events with anywhere between 20-500 of your closest friends and family. Our venue was made for making those moments you can’t forget. We can’t wait to be a part of your story!” Here at Anthem STORIES, we have a team of dedicated professionals who help make your event flawless from start to finish. Our events wouldn’t be possible without our incredible kitchen staff, venue managers, and servers.

Seated guest capacity

20-750

Venue type

Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Indoor

800 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701

Our event spaces

The Brasserie

Step into our "Speakeasy"

Immerse your guests in a captivating mid-century modern oasis spanning 6,500 square feet beneath the first floor. The Brasserie™ features ample space for live entertainment, dancing, and a timeless ambiance. With a fully equipped commercial kitchen, bar & lounge, restrooms, and abundant seating, guests will enjoy comfort and sophistication throughout the event.

Guest capacity

20-200 Seated

20-261 Standing

Square footage

6,500

Ideal for

Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

The First Floor

Step into our Showroom!

A total of 8,250 square feet of open space in a historic showroom surrounded by windows looking out to Downtown Waco.

Guest capacity

20-350 Seated

20-495 Standing

Square footage

8,250

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

The Mezzanine

For your most intimate settings or for the VIPs

The open-concept mezzanine, directly above the first floor, offers versatility for intimate meetings, smaller gatherings, or VIP cocktail hours. It features a state-of-the-art built-in bar, modern luxury seating, and ample natural light, seamlessly complementing the first-floor level.

Guest capacity

20-100 Seated

20-355 Standing

Square footage

2,250

Ideal for

Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”