The Charles Fort Wayne Event Center

Our newly remodeled East Room includes aged brick, glazed concrete and original hardwood flooring custom-designed to complement the existing architecture of the building, a Fort Wayne landmark since 1970. Equipped with private washrooms, a new Bridal Suite and a unique bar with a penny countertop (a must-see), it is the epitome of Industrial, Elegant Chic and is suitable for a myriad of design-styles, from Industrial Chic, Modern Farmhouse to Shabby Chic, French Country and Mediterranean- with our expert Décor team, the space can be transformed into dozens of styles and themes.

The Charles’ different spaces can be used for a variety of purposes – our West Hall, the more traditional of our two event spaces, is perfect for: Dinner parties, holiday celebrations, anniversary and birthday parties. It's also a great space to host a Charity Event, a Fundraiser, an Auction, a Dinner Theater, a Murder Mystery Event, Music Concert, Recital, or Book signing. How about a Corporate Luncheon with a Power Point presentation, a Team Building Day, Lectures, Workshops, Corporate Holiday Party? With a seating capacity of 450, we have everything you need to pull it off: Audio equipment, microphones, drop-down screen and wireless access.