Paramount Event Spaces (Meyer Ballroom and Grand Gallery)

23 East Galena Boulevard, Aurora, IL

Paramount Event Spaces (Meyer Ballroom and Grand Gallery)

23 East Galena Boulevard, Aurora, IL

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Capacity: 340 people

About Paramount Event Spaces (Meyer Ballroom and Grand Gallery)

We have two stunning, unique venues directly across the street from each other on an island in Historic Downtown Aurora, Illinois! Impress your guests with the stunning riverfront views in the Meyer Ballroom! This striking space includes floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views overlooking the picturesque Fox River and historic Paramount Theatre. With a modern, neutral palette, the Meyer Ballroom’s possibilities are endless for your dream event! Want an Art Deco gem? Then look no further than the Grand Gallery! This historic venue features a 2-level reception room with a red carpet entrance and your names in lights!

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Meyer Ballroom

Maximum Capacity: 400
Ballroom

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Meyer Ballroom

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Ballroom | Maximum Capacity: 400

The impressive, newly renovated Meyer Ballroom in the North Island Center next to the Hollywood Casino is the largest space of Paramount Events with endless possibilities. With three individual ballrooms that join into one massive space, the Meyer Ballroom is ready for your next huge production. The jaw-dropping space includes floor to ceiling windows with panoramic views of the historic Paramount Theatre and beautiful Fox River.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 300 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 300 People

Chevron - 18"
Capacity: 300 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 400 People

Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 400 People

Conference
Capacity: 400 People

Hollow Square
Capacity: 250 People

Reception
Capacity: 400 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Portable Walls
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Modern ballroom with hardwood floors and floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Fox River.
Floor Covering: Wood
Floor Number: 1
Number of Ballroom Sections: 3
Special Features: Stunning view of the Fox River out of panoramic windows Riverfront patio accessible from ballroom Newly added bar with room for 4 bartenders

Atrium

Maximum Capacity: 200
Pre-Function

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Atrium

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Pre-Function | Maximum Capacity: 200

The Atrium, just downstairs from the Copley Theatre in the North Island Center, is a spacious open two-story space providing an elegant, professional setting.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 80 People

Reception
Capacity: 200 People

Trade Show - 8 x 10
Capacity: 6 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Newly renovated space with modern flooring and walls. Very open and airy with two-story plate glass windows on southside main entrance wall.
Floor Covering: tile
Floor Number: main
Special Features: Connecting corridor to Hollywood Casino lobby area.

Grand Gallery

Maximum Capacity: 450
General Event Space

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Grand Gallery

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 450

Added on in 2006, the gorgeous Grand Gallery serves as the new lobby for the Paramount Theatre and can serve as the perfect reception space for your next event. Whether a wedding reception or corporate party, this unique two-level space can impress your party of up to 450. With newly renovated bars and the historic original lobby just next door, bring your guests together in the space that thousands of patrons of the Paramount Theatre have gathered for years.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 270 People

Reception
Capacity: 450 People

Amenities

Full Bar/Lounge

Features

Number of Green Rooms: 1

Stage

Maximum Capacity: 250
Theater

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Stage

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 250

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 200 People

Conference
Capacity: 200 People

Reception
Capacity: 250 People

Theater
Capacity: 200 People

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Theatre

Maximum Capacity: 1851
Theater

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Theatre

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 1851

Built in 1931, the Paramount Theatre is as historic as it gets. The stunning theatre captures a unique Venetian setting portrayed in the art deco influence of the 1930s. Walk down the aisle to your dream wedding on the beautiful Paramount stage. Be the star of your own show where countless celebrities have performed and many Broadway-caliber shows have been produced by the Paramount professionals themselves.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 1851 People

Amenities

Orchestra Pit
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: 1931 Art-Deco Vaudeville/Movie Palace
Floor Covering: concrete/carpeting
Floor Number: 1st & 2nd
Number of Green Rooms: 1
Special Features: No steps for patrons to navigate on the main floor. Elevator to Balcony. Back wall only 100 feet from stage. Almost acoustically perfect.

Copley Theatre

Maximum Capacity: 165
Theater

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Copley Theatre

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 165

Do something different this year and host your next event in the intimate 165-seat Copley Theatre. Conveniently located across the street from the Paramount Theatre in the North Island Center, the Copley Theatre has been the entertainment space for many famous comedians and national productions. With theatre seating and a spacious stage, this friendly setting will make your next training session or meeting our next big production.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 165 People

Amenities

Features

Venue Types

Amenities

ADA/ACA Accessible
Full Bar/Lounge
Valet Parking
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Max Number of People for an Event: 340
Number of Event/Function Spaces: 5
Special Features: 11 backstage dressing rooms and 4,000 sq. ft. of additional backstage rehearsal/dressing room spaces. Less than 2 years old upgraded sound & lighting systems.
Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 20,398
Year Renovated: 1978

Paramount Event Spaces (Meyer Ballroom and Grand Gallery)

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