General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 180
Guests will never forget a night on the Ryman’s stage; there’s just something special about spending time in the very place where so many legends have made—and continue to make— music history. When you rent the stage, your event becomes a part of that history, too. From landmark dinners to intimate celebrations, we’ll help you plan a production that’s as memorable and one-of-a-kind as the Ryman itself.
Perfect For:
Cocktail Receptions
Pre-Party Private Backstage Tours
(80-100 people)
Private Concerts
Songwriters’ Nights
(guests seated on stage)
Benefits and Fundraisers
Television and Film Shoots
On-Stage Dinners
Capacity:
Seated Dinner: 120
Reception: 180
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 120 People
Reception
Capacity: 180 People
Auditorium
| Maximum Capacity: 2362
Whether you’re handing out awards or banging out chords, hosting your event in the Ryman Auditorium makes a statement your guests will remember. When people take a seat in the Ryman’s historic wood pews, your performance, announcement, or ceremony takes on an element of authenticity and you won’t find anywhere else. Our historic space is outfitted with custom sound technology to create some of the best acoustics in the world, as well as fully equipped for video shoots and television broadcasts. Add a cocktail reception in the lobby or Fifth Avenue Vestibule, or treat VIP guests to a private backstage tour. Our staff can help you plan every detail.
Perfect For:
Cocktail Receptions
(Lobby, Stage, 5th Ave. Vestibule)
Pre-Party VIP Private Backstage Tours
(80-100 people)
Private Concerts
Television and Film Shoots
Press Conferences
Corporate Meetings
Awards Shows
Benefits and Fundraisers
Capacity:
Standing Reception: 1,000
Concert/General Session: 2,362
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Seating Capacity
Capacity: 2362 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 60
Host a history-infused event in our 5th Avenue Vestibule, where you’ll find the Ryman’s original brick walls covered with incredible artifacts, historic showbills, archival photos, celebrity memorabilia and interpretive signage to fill in the details. Whether you’re planning a private mingle before a show or celebrating a special milestone with us, let our history provide a fascinating backdrop for your occasion.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 30 People
Reception
Capacity: 60 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 125
By day, it’s the starting point for all Ryman tours: a custom- built 100-seat theater designed to showcase the Soul of Nashville experience, our multimedia walk through the Ryman’s colorful history. By night, it’s a wonderful, versatile room for hosting a variety of events, from special celebrations and receptions to special announcements and private parties. Add a private backstage tour for an experience your guests will be talking about for years to come.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 70 People
Reception
Capacity: 125 People