Life Arts Center

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

The Life Arts Center is a notably historic locale located in downtown Riverside, California, known for hosting enchanting wedding celebrations. Initially constructed in 1909 by renowned architect Arthur Benton, the building exudes an authentic sense of old-world charm. After many years of being used in various capacities, it has transformed into a delightful event venue ideal for milestone functions. Here, a team of seasoned professionals eagerly awaits you and your guests and strives to provide any assistance required throughout your big day.

Seated guest capacity

  • 60-200

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Industrial Spaces

Venue setting

  • Indoor
3485 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92501

Our event spaces

Bella Manor + Annex

An intimate event space that will allow you to express your very own tailored unique experience.

Bella Manor features beautifully crafted exposed skeleton ceilings, original brick walls and an open floor plan that offer creative flexibility.

Guest capacity

30-150 Seated

1-150 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

7 hours of Event time Up to 150 guests Max 15 Round Tables 150 Mahogany Chiavari Chairs 4 Rectangular Tables 1 Guest Book Table 1 Sweetheart Table 1 Gift Table 1 Cake Table Cleaning Fee/ Set Up Fee Unlimited Water, Ice and Lemon Iced Tea 1 Floor Manager | 2 Bartender | 2 Bussers | 1 Security Guard

Victoria Vault

A historic setting in Downtown Riverside fit for any occasion!

Structured with our signature arched windows, it is sure to offer an effortless romantic ambiance that makes it the perfect setting for productive meetings or elegant events.

Guest capacity

60-200 Seated

1-200 Standing

Square footage

4,250

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

7 Hours of Event time Up to 200 Guests Max 20 Round Tables 200 Silver Chiavari Chairs 4 Rectangular Tables 1 Guest Book Table 1 Sweetheart Table 1 Gift Table 1 Cake Table Cleaning Fee/ Set Up Fee Unlimited water, ice and lemon iced tea. 1 Floor Manager | 2 Bartenders | 2 Bussers | 1 Security Guard

Bella Manor + Annex

An intimate event space that will allow you to express your very own tailored unique experience.

Bella Manor features beautifully crafted exposed skeleton ceilings, original brick walls and an open floor plan that offer creative flexibility.

Guest capacity

30-150 Seated

1-150 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

7 hours of Event time Up to 150 guests Max 15 Round Tables 150 Mahogany Chiavari Chairs 4 Rectangular Tables 1 Guest Book Table 1 Sweetheart Table 1 Gift Table 1 Cake Table Cleaning Fee/ Set Up Fee Unlimited Water, Ice and Lemon Iced Tea 1 Floor Manager | 2 Bartender | 2 Bussers | 1 Security Guard

Available services that can be provided by Life Arts Center

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Reviews

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  • Do not book

    •Verified review
    •Kate M.•Jul 14, 2024

    The Life Arts Center provided a beautiful venue for our special day. However, we did have some issues with last minute communication that caused stress. Additionally, there were concerns with guests that impacted our experience. We wish the coordinator had been more responsive and addressed these issues promptly. While the space itself was lovely, several incidents left us feeling taken advantage of. Ruby had her friends come to the end of the reception and give them our beers. Elvia wanted to buy our unused alcohol but then didn’t pay the amount we agreed on. Very bad business practices, be warned, do not book this venue.

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