Host an Event

Jefferson Center is distinctive in offering you the best of all worlds - the elegance of historic architecture and grand decor, coupled with the freedom to choose your caterer and other service providers.

Select from versatile options that are part of this innovative venue. Jefferson Center’s flexibility helps make your event unique and personal.

• Take advantage of turnkey event planning and management so that you enjoy your function at Jefferson Center.
• Our knowledgeable technical staff will help your plans come together with ease.
• Located in West Downtown Roanoke, our numerous spaces can accommodate banquets, weddings, seminars, workshops, trade shows, corporate, public and private events and meetings of almost any size in a wide variety of event styles including theatre, performance and conference styles (with breakout rooms), classroom style, seated rounds and cocktail party style for every occasion with capacities from five to 900.
• Our free and convenient parking is just one more advantage of using Jefferson Center for your special event.

SALES OR SERVICE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AT JEFFERSON CENTER

If you are hosting an event at Jefferson Center where alcohol will be served you may need a banquet, banquet special event, or mixed beverage special event ABC license. You will be responsible for securing this license; however, Jefferson Center is happy to help with the required forms. Your caterer is also able to help you with your application. For complete information on alcohol licensing requirements you may visit the ABC web page at www.abc.state.va.us Copies of your license and arrangements must be submitted for approval by Jefferson Center's Director of Center Services prior to your event.