Hippodrome Theatre

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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 $500

Guest capacity

Up to 100 seated guests

About this venue

Plan your next event at one of Gainesville’s most unique locations, the Hippodrome. We can accommodate your every need in one of our versatile rental facilities. The Hippodrome’s spacious Lower Level can be designed to your specifications and personalized to create the event of your dreams. The historic Hippodrome Cinema is available for film screenings, performances, presentations, private social events and lectures. Audio & Video Capabilities Customized Lighting Packages Two Fully Stocked Bars Friendly and Helpful House Management

Seated guest capacity

Venue type

Historic Estates, Mansions
Museums, Galleries
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Indoor

25 SE 2nd Pl, Gainesville, FL 32601

Our event spaces

Lower Level

Unique space with brick walls in downtown Gainesville, FL

The Hipp’s chic lower level is perfect and unique for any type of private event. The Hippodrome Theatre Lower Level has an elegant, unique, and stylish atmosphere that provides a versatile backdrop for all events.

Guest capacity

75-100 Seated

100-148 Standing

Square footage

1,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

Includes bar, tables, chairs, linens, programmable lighting, AV screens. Great space for receptions, musical performances, birthday parties, celebrations.

Cinema

Make it a movie and a wedding or a special event!

Gainesville’s top-rated independent cinema offers 75 fixed theatre seats, audio visual capabilities, customized lighting packages and adjacent reception space with full service bar available for private gatherings before or after your event!

Guest capacity

10-75 Seated

10-100 Standing

Square footage

800

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding shower, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Professional movie theatre. Great for private screenings, performances, parties

Gallery

Celebrate in midst of art or bring your own art to display.

A lofted ceiling and tall windows bring an airy feeling to the charming Art Gallery. Historic wood moldings, elegant marble, and artwork from the current exhibit provide a culturally rich atmosphere.

Guest capacity

20-35 Seated

50-75 Standing

Square footage

800

Ideal for

Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”