Vulcan Park and Museum

Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $600

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

Vulcan Park & Museum offers a range of stunning event spaces, perfect for a variety of occasions. Located on Red Mountain in Birmingham, Alabama, this venue provides breathtaking views of the city, combined with a rich history and unique architectural features. Each event space at Vulcan Park & Museum is designed to create memorable experiences, blending the city’s history with its vibrant modern landscape, all while offering flexible options to suit a wide range of events.

Seated guest capacity

10-300

Venue type

Parks, Gardens
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor

1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209

Our event spaces

The Overlook

Host Your Event Above It All at The Overlook – A Scenic Venue at Vulcan Park & Museum.

Impress guests with amazing views of Birmingham with this spacious and scenic outdoor area. The Overlook may be used exclusively as the site for an event or in conjunction with the our other event spaces to accommodate larger parties. Tenting is encouraged. Outdoor tables and chairs not included in event booking.

Guest capacity

20-250 Seated

20-175 Standing

Square footage

3,700

Ideal for

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

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-Beautiful view of downtown Birmingham -Electrical hookups -Complementary access to museum and Tower for all guests

Room cost

$1,200- $2,500 depending on day and time

The Electra Room

Where Innovation Meets Celebration.

This spacious indoor banquet room is equipped with state of the art audio/visual equipment, a warming kitchen for caterers and an enclosed bar. Framed at one end with dramatic floor to ceiling windows, and its own private outdoor patio, this space offers a magnificent view of downtown Birmingham. This versatile room is ideal for receptions, ceremonies, or bridal showers.

Guest capacity

20-120 Seated

20-160 Standing

Square footage

3,600

Ideal for

Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

-Dimmers for light customization - Attached patio with additional seating -Complimentary access to museum and Tower for all guests -Wi-Fi access -Catering prep kitchen -Built in bar

Room cost

$600-$2,500 depending on day and time

Vulcan Plaza

Unforgettable Events, Unmatched Views.

This area, located right outside the entrance to Vulcan Center, features a giant stone map of the Birmingham area and beautiful views of downtown Birmingham on one side and the Over-the-Mountain area on the other. Vulcan Plaza may be used exclusively as the site for an event or in conjunction with the other event spaces to accommodate larger parties. Outdoor tables and chairs not included in event booking.

Guest capacity

10-50 Seated

10-60 Standing

Square footage

2,800

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

-Beautiful views of Downtown Birmingham -Electrical hookups -Complimentary access to museum and Tower for all guests

Room cost

$1,200- $2,500 depending on day and time.