The Georgetown Ballroom

We just had our company party here last night and it was an amazing venue! Everything from the space, to the food and the friendly staff was perfect. I would recommend this space for any type of event.

Attend a good friend’s wedding at The Georgetown Ballroom in August 2015 and was greatly impressed by the venue. I really enjoyed the ambiance of the venue as it provided the perfect balance of intimacy and informality that made their wedding special, unique and one of a kind. If I was living in Seattle, I would definitely select The Georgetown Ballroom for a party or wedding, and recommend that you do the same.

I was married here July 4^th and highly recommend the venue for fall, spring, or winter weddings. The venue is gorgeous and unique and from the pictures, you can see that it doesn’t need much added décor. The interior, patio, front entrance and surrounding buildings make for beautiful photos. We loved that there were private areas for both the bride and groom to hang out with our respective bridesmaids and groomsmen before the big ceremony. Because we live in Chicago, we didn’t do a food tasting and just took a leap of faith that it would work out. The food was delicious! Many of our guests also made the same comment to us. Conni, the director, also allowed us to pay the total cost on a monthly basis and allowed us to provide our own dessert to save money.
Because of our location, we had to plan a good amount remotely – the only area where this was problematic, was when communicating with the Georgetown director Conni or the coordinator, Lauren. At times it would take 2 weeks for them to respond to an email or they wouldn’t respond at all. Apparently during our planning period, they had just hired 2 coordinators to help, but the added staff didn’t seem to speed up their responsiveness.
We were married on a historically hot day for Seattle, the week leading up was also extremely hot. We know many businesses do not have AC because it’s typically more mild. However, at our rehearsal the day before, the coordinator assured us they would have plenty of fans put out and that it would be fine. It was not! The few box fans and dinky fans that were put out were no where near sufficient to cool an old building down that’s filled with 100 bodies. Us along with our guests were soaked in sweat and several guests had to leave due to the temperature. Though the patio was cooler, we had not planned to have our reception outdoors and we didn’t consider making this change because we were assurred they would have proper ventilation. Conni has told me they plan on putting in more fans and air conditoning in the bridal suite – that’s all good and well but doesn’t do anything for us. They should have taken these measure before our wedding, offered free bottled water, and/​or offered some type of discount. The lack of air ventilation made the venue nearly unusable and defintely affected the enjoyment of our guests.

The Georgetown Ballroom… I don’t think there are enough accolades to describe the venue, service, staff, food and owner. My daughter was married there on Mother’s Day, and nearly every guest complimented the wedding, not only because it was a fun time, but commented that it was even more enhanced by the unique setting of the Ballroom. Everyone associated with the Georgetown Ballroom treated us as though we were their only clients with their attention to detail and assuring us that everything would go smoothly… this gave us a feeling of much needed calm and made us feel extremely special. The wedding was, indeed, flawless due to the personality and professionalism shown by the staff and owner. I highly recommend to anyone seeking a venue for any occasion to talk to the Georgetown. You won’t be sorry!

Shared a 50^th birthday party with a friend here and have been to subsequent Moisture Festival venues and fund raisers. We always are met with friendly staff and enjoy fabulous food. The attention to detail is amazing. I would heartily recommend for a large or small event. The courtyard is reminiscent of a European Bistro setting.

My husband and I picked The Georgetown Ballroom for our wedding ceremony and reception because were looking for a venue in Seattle that offers a fun, laid-​back vibe and that isn’t as traditional (e.g. religious or hotel settings). We were drawn to GTB because of its super interesting settings (colorful lanterns, brick walls, cool/​unique decors). The venue offers different types of space that you could use to make your own event (they have 3 main areas: 1) outdoor courtyard, 2) dance floor/​ballroom which could also be turned into a ceremony space as well as 3) the dining area). We also had our grandparents attending, so GTB being wheel chair accessible was a huge, huge plus for us, too.
What we love about GTB is that the place already has a lot of decoration (lanterns, table/​basic linens, chairs, buffet decors, brick walls, votive candles, disco lighting balls, speakers, cocktail as well as dining tables, etc) that we barely needed anything more extra to transform the space for our wedding ceremony. Of course you can always add any décor (you can bring your own or GTB has additional a-​la-​cart decors to help transform the space for you for a nominal charge, too). For both my husband and I who just wanted to do minimal work, this place on its own was already perfect! The only additional things we brought to the venue were literally flowers, wedding cakes, guest table assignment and table numbers! Super convenient! Lots of guests even mentioned to us how unique and how lovely GTB space was!
The other plus side is that GTB has its own in-​house catering service, so they are able to customize their menu to fit your style, your budget, any ways you’d like. For us, we got a cool coffee/​lemonade bars (pluses to them for serving everything in cool looking mason jars!!), passed appetizer and an Asian buffet a well as a dessert corner. We were so amazed with how well their food tasted! :)~~
Best of all was their staff. Both the people in the office whom we worked with during the venue booking and the event coordination/​menu selection and venue/​décor setup to the wonderful team of staff, coordinator and chef who executed the event on our day were outstanding! They were friendly and super helpful. They definitely helped make our event run smoothly, impressive. Looking back, we had no doubt it’s because of their experiences… and they definitely knew what they were doing! I love this place!
Thank you so much The Georgetown Ballroom team once again for helping us with our awesome wedding event. We didn’t have any ideas what we were doing, but were so glad to get your help and suggestions. Most important of all, we were so happy the event turned out so well that it created a long-​lasting and a lifetime memories for both my husband and I and our families and friends.
I definitely highly recommend The Georgetown Ballroom to anyone who’s looking for a fun venue and an experienced team of professionals who can help you create and deliver what you envision for any types of the events, be they wedding, corporate or just about any other events out there! :)

i don’t know how much it was to rent this venue so i can’t speak on that but if you’re looking for a funky, intimate little spot for an event, consider this place!
i came for my lil cousin’s wedding on saturday and i can’t believe i’d never seen this place before. i literally went to high school up the hill (cleveland eagles! woot woot) and must have driven by whatever this was before a million times.
location is convenient, though there’s no big sign out front, you may drive right past it if you’re not paying attention, and there’s parking on the street (possibly a lot too but i found something out front so i dunno).
from the outside, it’s kind of non-​descript but upon entering, you’re greeted with a rustic and warm décor. exposed bricks, kitschy throw back seattle knick knacks, gentle lighting all combine to create an intimate atmosphere, even when you’re out back on the little patio area. it’s great for photo shoots if you’re doing a wedding. the place isn’t huge so if you’ve got a large crowd, bear that in mind.
food was pretty good during both the cocktail hour and the reception which was catered by the folks at the venue. cocktail hour was deviled eggs and some kinda deep fried ball, mebbe polenta? i can’t remember (damn you, alcohol! why you mess up my brain?) both were delicious and popular with our savage family. the main dish for dinner was a HUGE seafood paella that they cooked outside on the patio. it was fun to watch and built up a mouth watering anticipation. service was prompt and friendly which made everything enjoyable.
i’m not sure when i’d be back here again myself but if someone were to ask about venues, i’d recommend.

I just had my wedding at the GTB and it was the best night if my life! This venue is perfect for a ceremony and reception. It’s very relaxed and has so much character. The space is just stunning and was the perfect backdrop for our style of wedding.
I also used the in house catering (the Willows) and they did a great job. The food was delicious and everyone enjoyed the meal. We did a buffet style dinner but they were really flexible when I told them there was a few vegetarians in the party just days before. I would highly recommend using them bc you get a lot of perks.
The staff was excellent. Everyone was so friendly and easy going. They always made sure my husband and I were comfortable and had everything we wanted. It made it easy to just enjoy the moment and party!
Thanks Georgetown a Ballroom for the best wedding ever!!!

This is a great venue.
I recently came for the Balvenie event and loved the space; two large rooms, separated by an open wall (large enough to be able to see into both spaces, but small enough to make you realize they could be used for two separate setups). They also had some outdoor space with Christmas lighting. It also looked like there might have been an upstairs, but we didn’t go up there.
The brick walls, the wooden doors, and all the rest of the décor added so much character to the place. I loved it and would definitely consider this venue to throw an event.

I attended an event at the Georgetown ballroom recently and had a BLAST. The space is fantastic, with a feel that is hard to match in Seattle. The space itself gets 4.5 stars!
If only the food that was put out even came close to the space it would have been a perfect event. From dishes that came out cold, to the odd texture of others, to a dessert that fell flat, I found myself hanging out at the bar to avoid the temptation (and following disappointment) of eating. I guess my real problem was that it LOOKED amazing but fell so short of the mark that you really want Georgetown to just stick to being an awesome event space.
I would definitely go to another party at the space but I will stop by a burger joint on my way there.

Top notch experience for our wedding. The entire planning process was made easy with the expertise of Justice and Connie! From the initial meeting stage to the day of, they were indispensable and accommodating. The food was amazing and people are still talking about it! I would recommend this venue to anyone who wants to have a unique and beautiful event!

The Georgetown Ballroom is a beautiful venue.
Came here for a fundraiser and was in awe of its beauty. The exposed brick compliments any theme you could probably ever dream up. It’s big, can hold a good sized party/​reception, has an open bar area, spacious bathrooms, a stage, and an upstairs.
If I were to hold a private event here, this venue would be my first call.
What a homey and class facility!

Amazing venue, helpful staff, beautiful night. Denise and Justice were so helpful and accommodating during our wedding planning process. We were unable to get into the venue the night before the wedding because they were booked for another event, but were very flexible with scheduling a time for us to come earlier that week. I went with my two bridesmaids and wedding planner (which was actually way easier because you’re not herding cats to get everyone organized!) and it was perfect.
A few things to be aware of (but the venue is still totally worth it)
— pretty much everything is a la carte. working with anyone at the venue is super helpful because it allows you to figure out what you need and what the cost will be, in addition to the rental space.
–they can’t guarantee the rehearsal the night before, but this wasn’t an issue for us (see above)
— they are basically the best venue in Seattle, in my opinion :)

My mother and I hired The Willows Catering for my wedding reception at Georgetown Ballroom last month. The bottom line is that everyone, EVERYONE I talked to about the wedding afterward mentioned the food. Not just that it was great, but that it was the best food they’d ever eaten at a wedding. I heartily agree. It was like Thanksgiving — delicious, soul-​satisfying food in large portions, all made with love.
Erin, who heads up the Willows team, was a complete sweetheart through every stage of the planning process. She was sweet, patient, organized, and always available for questions. She helped us come up with a menu we loved and could afford. She was very open to our ideas, had some clever ones of her own to make things run smoothly. Because we were working with Georgetown Ballroom’s in-​house caterer, renting linens, tables, and chairs was a breeze. We were going to buy our own alcohol and have the bartenders serve it, but we ended up buying it through the Willows because their prices were reasonable, it saved us tons of time not to deal with the hassle, and we knew that we were in good hands.
I mean, the bride and groom ate! Lots! We were full by the end of the night. As soon as I arrived at my reception and had a moment to put my veil away, Erin got me a glass of wine. Members of the Willows staff came by several times with the appetizer trays while I was talking to people, and they made sure that the bride and groom were the first ones through the buffet line.
My mother felt that the whole experience exceeded her expectations, too. She almost cried when she first saw the dining room and how beautifully it was set up. Brava, Willows!

GTB is a TREMENDOUS space. The north side works perfect for a party, the south side for dinner, and the courtyard for fresh air when the weather’s nice.
I’ve been there for everything from weddings to non-​profit fundraisers and it’s always a great time. Which speaks to the versatility and character of the building. And the staff is always helpful and down-​to-​Earth.

I’m a happily married newlywed of just about a month and my husband and I were married here at Georgetown Ballroom. We had a great time and from what I’ve heard so did all our guests! I am in-​between 3 and 4 stars but ultimately some of the communication/​tranparency with GTB during the planning process brought my rating down to 3 stars.
The venue is fantastic, the set-​up of the space with two rooms, connected by a large doorway was perfect for our 220ish guests. Ceremony and dancing on one side and dinner on the other. It was also great to have the lofted spaces above each room to use as a groom-​room and bridal-​suite prior to the start of the wedding. And even though we had an April wedding in Seattle and rain was a possibility it was still great to have a nice large outdoor courtyard to accomodate any smokers and to allow our guests to get some fresh air.
Unique and vintag-​y feel lets you to take your theme/​décor wherever your imagination and budget will allow.
One of the highlights for us when choosing GTB was that we could bring in our own caterer and did not have to choose from a preferred list. Another highlight was being able to bring in our own alcohol, hello Costco! BONUS: There are two bars, one in each room, when you’re reaching the 200s in your guest count this is very helpful!
If you do choose this venue, and I would recommend it because it is beautiful and unique, just be sure to ask lots of questions from the beginning and keep track of all the extras that you’ll need to pay for. (E.G. — Gorgeous chandelier on reception side was up when we first viewed the place; I LOVED it and it went perfectly with our vintage feel we were going for, unbeknownst to me it cost an extra $ 250 to rent for the evening, but wasn’t listed on the rental sheet nor was it disclosed to us when viewing the venue. The only reason I found out was because it wasn’t up the second time I visited and I had to ask the venue about it which is when they told me it was extra $ to have the chandelier.) The venue rental fee itself isn’t all that expensive, but when you’re adding in the costs of chairs, tables, garbage removal, chandelier, etc. the total adds up quickly.
All in all, I had the most fabulous time at my wedding and I wouldn’t go back and change a thing. My recommendation: Yes, choose this venue because it’s fabulous, but be aware and mindful of the details.

Winter Wonderland, Enchanted Forest, or Midnight in Paris — Georgetown Ballroom can have it all.
What a fantastic space. I’ve been here a couple of times for fundraisers and each time they have been able to create a magical and enchanted atmosphere. My only complaint is parking — there isn’t much.
The room can be split into 2 sections. They have a private bar, catering options, and 2 stages. For both the events that I attended, they had a party in one section and sit-​down dinner on the other side. I want to say each room holds 100 – 150 people, but I would call and confirm.
As I mentioned, I’ve only been here for fundraisers and felt that there was a lot of room to move around and dance, while being comfortable. To rent the space and for pricing, I strongly recommend calling the venue and visiting.

Awesome space, not so great parking…
I recently came here for my little cousins wedding, it’s a really cool venue that held all 350 of us nicely. The décor is great, nice vintage feel.

FINALLY, I can review the GTB now that my wedding is said and done.
When I was first searching for a venue I stumbled upon the ballroom and after our first walk through I didn’t want to go anyplace else.
The space rental is a bit pricey (part of my reason for 4 stars), but for what you get it kind of evens out. There’s practically no decorating needed! The signs, lanterns, brick, wood, etc. all liven the place up so much that we only added flowers and linens to make it personalized.
An area of improvement would be the amount of contact we had with the staff. I feel that the time it took to hear back via email was a bit long. I get that there are only a few people that run the place, but when you’re business is all based on time, things should be a bit more prompt.
One more thing would be on the day of my actual wedding, I found it hard to track down the event staff to ask important set up questions. I found myself a bit flustered when my DJ and caterers are asking me questions that the GTB staff are supposed to answer, and they are nowhere to be found. BUT, with a bit of running around we tracked them down and everything went quite seamlessly.
Your photographer (s) will have a blast here. There are so many vantage points for great pics. The lighting is fantastic and there are so many cute/​quirky decorations to pose infront of.
I hope I get to attend a party/​wedding/​whatever here, when I’m not the one planning it, haha!

I came here last night for a party, and was VERY pleasantly surprised by the venue.
I love love love the brick walls, colourful pops of colour throughout the venue (especially the hanging lanterns), loft with comfy couches to get away from the main party and share some intimate talk. There is also a great area for a dance floor, stage, and cocktail space. In another room a space to sit down for dinner with a stage area. Two bar areas are nicely located as well.
Bathrooms are conveniently located throughout and décor throughout was excellent!
I would definitely come back and most likely plan a event here!