The Grand Ballroom and Terraces

Be swept away with floor-to-ceiling views and so much more

The Grandest of Grand

The Grand Ballroom’s 6,150 square feet of flexible event space, 16-foot windows with sweeping views of Lake Mendota, and sophisticated, inviting room finishes make it one of the most memorable event spaces in the Midwest. The terraces are located directly outside The Grand Ballroom, adjacent also to The Plaza, and provides an intimate outdoor setting overlooking the lake.

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The Nolen Gallery

The wonderful Nolen Gallery, just outside The Grand Ballroom, provides a unique dimension to your celebration. It can be used with any event in the ballroom and is great for cocktail parties with a main event in the ballroom. The gallery has access to an outdoor terrace overlooking Picnic Point and the entire shoreline of beautiful Lake Mendota, and it is equipped with a fireplace and plush seating.

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Features

Size

6,150 square feet

Room Dimensions

103.1 x 59.5 feet

Reception Capacity

780 people

Theater Capacity

650 people

Banquet Capacity

470 people

Location

Everywhere and nowhere

Height

16 feet

Grand Room A

A

37.3 x 59.5 ft.1,850 sq. ft.

Capacities
Reception: 230
Theatre: 200
Banquet Rounds: 100
Classroom: 110
U-Shaped: 40
Hollow Square: 48

See Floorplan

Grand Room A

A

37.3 x 59.5 ft.1,850 sq. ft.

Capacities
Reception: 230
Theatre: 200
Banquet Rounds: 100
Classroom: 110
U-Shaped: 40
Hollow Square: 48

See Floorplan

Grand Room A

A

37.3 x 59.5 ft.1,850 sq. ft.

Capacities
Reception: 230
Theatre: 200
Banquet Rounds: 100
Classroom: 110
U-Shaped: 40
Hollow Square: 48

See Floorplan

Our Venues

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The Madison Room

Ideal for a small meeting spaced, or a staging area for a bridal party. This comfortable, versatile space is conveniently located on the same level as The Grand Ballroom, just off of the parking garage, so access is easy. Enjoy every amenity in this intimate meeting space—start planning.

View of Lake Mendota from Vantage Point of Railing

The Sky Bar

Nestled at the top of The Wisconsin Building, offering the very finest views of Lake Mendota, the State Capitol, the city, and university. This unique space can be reserved in combination with other Edgewater venues, or individually, for weddings, holiday parties, board meetings and more.

The Red Crown Club

This space is the capstone to the renovation of the historic Langdon Building. It’s an elegant, versatile event and meetings space, suitable for private dinners, board meetings, and other corporate events. The space overlooks Lake Mendota from on-high and offers a grand marble bar as you walk in off the elevators. Beyond this impressive entrance, you find yourself in an intimate gathering space that can showcase your video, presentations and audio, or simply serve as a private dining space for a great graduation celebration. However you choose to use the space, it is sure to amaze your guests.

The Grand Plaza

Offering magnificent, expansive views of Lake Mendota for a truly unparalleled experience. With 30,500 square feet of outdoor space, The Edgewater’s Grand Plaza can accommodate events of all sizes. The flexible venue allows for large and small tents and multiple configurations perfect for corporate groups, weddings and celebrations. The Grand Plaza can also be combined with The Nolen Gallery and The Grand Ballroom for a gorgeous, indoor and outdoor experience for any affair.