The Melody Event Center

All-inclusive venue

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

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $3,000 for off-peak dates, and $7,000 for peak dates

Catering services pricing

$19 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $19

Guest capacity

Up to 1000 seated guests

About this venue

Elevate your event at the restored classic The Melody Event Center located in Central Eastside Portland. Built in 1925 and renovated in 2018 The Melody Event Center offers five distinct event spaces, accommodating up to 1,000 guests and offers flexible floor plans for every occasion. The elegant Melody Ballroom is nearly 6,000 square feet, welcoming up to 400 seated guest or up to 800 standing. The Melody Ballroom stands as our crown jewel with 30 foot high ceiling trimmed in gold, crystal chandeliers and a beautiful hardwood floor. We offer four additional spaces; The Morrison, Hawthorne, Portlandia and Broadway perfect for smaller events and meetings. Each room features this historic buildings original large scale windows displaying beautiful natural light. The Melody Event Center is a full service venue offering; onsite catering, offsite catering upon request, bar services, parking, A/V services, custom lighting, room setup, decoration packages and event planning.

Seated guest capacity

15-1000

Venue type

Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
Hotels, Inns, Resorts
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Indoor

615 SE Alder St, Portland, OR 97214

Our event spaces

The Morrison Room

The Morrison Room boasts large windows and beautiful wainscoting.

The Morrison Room boasts large windows and beautiful wainscoting. Adjoining the Melody Ballroom, the Morrison adds capacity and function for larger events. It comfortably accommodates groups of 50-175

Guest capacity

50-175 Seated

Up to 175 Standing

Square footage

1,048

Included in this room:

Built-In digital projector / Built-in sound system for background music and speaking / Portable colored lighting available

The Hawthorne Room

The Hawthorne is a bright East facing room filled with natural light

Comfortable for groups of 25-125, it can be booked alone or with the Ballroom for large events.

Guest capacity

25-125 Seated

Up to 80 Standing

Square footage

1,048

Included in this room:

Built-In digital projector / Optional portable sound system for background music and speaking / Portable colored lighting available

The Portlandia Room

Features beautiful windows filling the space with natural light.

The Portlandia Room is on the second floor and features beautiful windows filling the space with natural light. Ideal for groups of 75-150, it can be complemented with the Broadway Room to maximize the space.

Guest capacity

75-150 Seated

Up to 190 Standing

Square footage

1,968

Included in this room:

Built-in sound system for background music and speaking / 9′ screen with digital projectors / 8′ x 18′ Dance Floor / Portable stage up to 12’x 32′ / Portable colored lighting available

The Broadway Room

Versatile space for smaller meetings and gatherings

The Broadway Room offers versatile space for smaller meetings and gatherings, or in conjunction with the Portlandia Room for larger events. With high ceilings, natural light, white walls and vinyl flooring, it can be a great temporary workspace or studio.

Guest capacity

Up to 40 Seated

Up to 60 Standing

Square footage

594

Included in this room:

Portable colored lighting and A/V services available

The Melody Ballroom

Elegant ambiance ideal for your grand occasion.

A 30-foot high ceiling, ivory and gold tones, brass chandeliers and an expansive hardwood floor. State of the art lighting casts a festive glow in the color of your choice. Optional disco ball to light up your dance party. Built-in sound system for background music and speaking

Guest capacity

Up to 420 Seated

Up to 800 Standing

Square footage

6,000

Included in this room:

Two 12′ screens with digital projectors. Hardwood floor perfect for dancing. Portable stage up to 12’x 32′. Ambient LED ceiling lights for bright lighting