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Harrisonburg, VA in the breathtaking Shenandoah Valley boasts a broad range of facilities to accommodate your needs. Located off Interstate 81 and only 2 hours from the nation’s capital, Harrisonburg has exciting trip ideas for motor coach excursions and student field trips. Numerous facilities are available for sports tournaments, conference and meeting space, and picturesque wedding venues. Find the perfect conference and meeting space for your needs, browse Harrisonburg’s facilities by category.
Hotel Madison and
Shenandoah Valley Conference Center
Nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, the Shenandoah Valley Conference Center is an experienced, group-friendly facility with 230 guest rooms, ease of booking, various room types, on-site restaurant, catered meals and porterage available. With over 21,000 square feet of full-service event space, the conference center offers breakout spaces and rooms perfect for retreats, meetings, social events, galas and weddings. Hotel Madison is conveniently located within walking distance of award-winning Downtown Harrisonburg and Virginia’s First Culinary District. It is in close proximity to historic attractions, outdoor recreation, wineries and breweries. Read the Shenandoah Valley Conference Center overview.
Courtyard By Marriott
This Harrisonburg hotel offers 1,100 sq ft of total event space, including 2 meeting rooms. The Blue Ridge Board Room is perfect for smaller meetings with up to 12 guests and the Shenandoah Meeting Room can host up to 60 guests – perfect for luncheons, events, and retreats. Both spaces feature complimentary wireless internet access.
Two Meeting Rooms
DoubleTree By Hilton Harrisonburg
With 6,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, including a spacious 1,200 square foot atrium, and two ballrooms, the DoubleTree by Hilton Harrisonburg is the ideal venue for extraordinary events. From an intimate board meeting, a corporate conference, social celebration, or reception, the DoubleTree by Hilton Harrisonburg has the venue to accommodate large and small meetings or events.
6,000 sq ft Total Event Space
One Atrium and Two Ballrooms
Hampton Inn-University by Hilton
Let the Hampton Inn-University be the next place you choose for your business or corporate meeting. Enjoy a beautiful lounge that offers a comfortable relaxed setting for those special events and receptions. This Harrisonburg hotel is also ideal for business or sports teams requesting a venue for an evening social or on-site meal. The private meeting rooms are 500 sq ft and 324 sq ft respectively, accommodate 12-40 people, and can be set-up to your specifications. These rooms feature an overhead screen, complimentary high-speed internet access, speaker phone, and on-site a projector.
500 sq ft and 324 sq ft Private Meeting Rooms
Overhead Screen and Projector
12-40 Person Meeting Room Capacity
Hotel Madison and Shenandoah Valley Conference Center
An independent boutique hotel which offers social and professional events in a charming modern atmosphere. Designed to serve as the premier conference center of the central Shenandoah Valley the site offers full-service event space and multiple breakout options that are perfect for retreats, meetings, social events, galas and weddings. With 230 guest rooms this venue offers the flexibility to accommodate groups ranging from 10-1200. A full-service facility able to manage all your event needs.
230 Guest Rooms
Groups of 30 to 1200
Hyatt Place Harrisonburg
Hyatt Place Harrisonburg is one of Harrisonburg’s newest hotels offering modern rooms, panoramic views, and unparalleled service. The hotel’s three event spaces can be arranged to accommodate banquets, receptions, meetings and special events. Event Place One and Two are 500 sq ft and can accommodate up to 70 people, while Event Place Three can accommodate up to 90 people. Amenities include in-room Chromecast and business services.
1,650 sq ft Total Event Space
Three Meeting Rooms
16-90 Person Meeting Room Capacity
Residence Inn by Marriott
Harrisonburg’s Residence Inn has space for both individual or small groups and extended-stay accommodations. The meeting room is 600 sq ft and can accommodate up to 25 people. The room includes wireless high-speed internet, AV equipment, CD player, Film projector, and LCD projector.
600 sq ft Meeting Room
Projector
25 Person Event Capacity
Bella Luna
Bella Luna Wood-fired Pizza boasts two unique private catering options: Bella Banquets, and a private event room. Bella Banquets offer a welcoming and warm environment for your guests. Whether you’re hosting a dinner, special event or workshop, this space can accommodate 30-120 people. Personalized menu & service, wood-fired oven, Bluetooth sound system, flat-screen TV, private copper top bar and reclaimed barn wood tables handcrafted by Pennsylvania Amish woodworkers, are just some of the features you can look forward to at Bella Luna’s mobile banquets. Bella Luna’s private event room can accommodate groups of 24.
Private Event Room with 24 Person Capacity
30 to 120 People
Monty’s Restaurant
The Dolley Madison private dining room within Monty’s Restaurant is a suitable place to host a family celebration, business lunch, holiday party or other gathering. Order from the full restaurant menu, featuring southern-inspired, locally sourced dishes, or delight in a customized menu for your group. An elegantly designed environment adds to the experience. The room can accommodate up to 25 seats.
Private Dining Room with 25 Person Capacity
Spotswood Country Club
The Grand Blue Ridge Ballroom at Spotswood Country Club can accommodate groups of up to 250. The Shenandoah and Allegheny rooms can accommodate smaller groups, and the cozy and quaint Grill Room overlooks the 18th Green and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Banquet service and restaurant are available on-site.
Groups up to 250
LOCAL Chop & Grill House
Located in Harrisonburg’s historic downtown, LOCAL Chop & Grill House offers an open-concept dining room for large groups that overlooks the main floor of the restaurant. This private, second-story space can seat 40 comfortably and offers its guests a spacious, indoor dining area. The restaurant also offers a a glass-enclosed patio that is temperature-controlled and fully functional all 4 seasons. This space is equipped with television and audio-visual capabilities for presentations and can seat 25 guests comfortably.
Open-concept dining room with with 40 Person Capacity
Glass-enclosed patio with 25 Person Capacity
Capital Ale House
Host your next private event at Capital Ale House in downtown Harrisonburg, where their private dining room provides an intimate setting for any occasion. Featuring mouthwatering dishes made with Seven Hills pasture-raised, antibiotic- and hormone-free beef from local farms, Capital Ale House offers a diverse menu that includes burgers, sandwiches, salads, and entrees with a German flair. With over 100 ales and lagers, premium wines, and top-shelf spirits to choose from, your guests will have plenty of options to pair with their meals, ensuring an unforgettable experience.
Private Dining Room with 40-100 Person Capacity
Traditions Family Restaurant
Host your next private event at Traditions Family Restaurant in Harrisonburg, where comfort and home-style cooking come together. With a spacious private room that can accommodate over 100 guests, exclusive bathrooms, and a separate entrance, Traditions offers the perfect setting for your gathering. Enjoy delicious, homestyle meals in an atmosphere that feels like home, making your event both memorable and welcoming.
Private Dining Room with 180 Person Capacity
Beyond Restaurant Pho & Sushi
Host your next special gathering at Beyond in downtown Harrisonburg. Our beautiful upstairs space, available at no extra charge, accommodates up to 60 guests. Enjoy a buffet setup featuring Asian-inspired dishes, including an extensive sushi selection, tapas, fusion foods, and unique cocktails, perfect for creating a memorable event.
Private Dining Room with 60 Person Capacity
Atlantic Union Bank Center at JMU
The Atlantic Union Bank Center opened in November, 2020 as the sparkling new home of the James Madison University men’s and women’s basketball programs, while also opening the door to a multitude of other events to benefit the campus and the local community. It stands as the preeminent facility of its type in the entire Shenandoah Valley.
Eastern Mennonite University Conferences & Events
The beautiful 90-acre campus of Eastern Mennonite University is a perfect location for your conference or meeting. There are approximately 45 meeting spaces available ranging from the 900-seat Lehman Auditorium to smaller, more intimate conference rooms. In between are greeting halls, lecture halls and classrooms of various sizes as well as a snack shop, and gymnasium. This campus also offers food service-on-site. Most meeting spaces are air-conditioned and come fully-equipped with audio/visual equipment.
45 Meeting Spaces
900 Seat Auditorium
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum at James Madison University
The Arboretum at JMU is Shenandoah Valley’s best garden site for your next social event, meeting or conference. The outdoor lawn, terrace, pavilion or garden rooms offer space for groups ranging from 15-250. Host your next event by a beautiful pond and blooming flowers.
15 to 250 People
James Madison University Festival Conference and Student Center
Plan your meeting, conference or event in a serene setting where technology and nature meet. James Madison University offers 8 unique locations to hold your event. Space includes auditoriums, ballrooms, boardrooms, classrooms, computer labs, meeting rooms, outdoor facilities, and theaters. All rooms are fully equipped with the latest technology, and can be arranged in classroom, theater or banquet style. JMU Special Events Catering can provide catering and banquet service to any location on campus.
8 Unique Locations
Court Square Theater
Court Square Theater, located in the heart of downtown Harrisonburg, offers a variety of entertainment for stage and screen. From documentaries, independent films, and award-winners, to a calendar of theatrical and musical performances throughout the year, this community performing arts venue has something for everyone. Now offering Rental Space for weddings, birthdays, corporate events, community gatherings with options for in-house catering!
260 Theater-Style Seats
Jack’s Hideaway
Jack’s Hideaway, a Harrisonburg speakeasy, is available for reservations for your next private party. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere with 25 people, your own personal bartenders, full bar menu, catering options, mounted HD screen, and music selection of your choice. This speakeasy is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, bridal showers, work luncheons, rehearsal dinners and more.
25 Person Capacity
The lovely Edith J Carrier Arboretum offers numerous choices for events including several outdoors and an indoor location. The Frances Plecker Education Center offers indoor seating for 40 diners. The Ernst Tree Terrace offers a beautiful terraced outdoor location that is fully accessible and can be rented for events with or without renting the Plecker Center and seats 75 diners. The lawn is also available to rent.
40 Person Capacity
The North Wing at Sage Bird Ciderworks
The North Wing room at Sage Bird Ciderworks is a private room attached to the cidery’s main taproom. The room can remain accessible to the taproom or be closed off by a rustic barn door. It includes a rotating art gallery, private bathroom, access to the cidery’s covered outdoor back porch, and a movable bar with 4 taps.
25-40 Person Capacity
Smart TV
The Perch Workspace
The Perch Coworking Space is an inspiring work space for professionals, entrepreneurs and innovators that encourages an organic style of collaboration and ideation, and elevates small businesses, office-independent workers, and awesome non-profit organizations. We offer a private Conference Room and large Event Space for rent by the hour or day for business meetings and networking events. Whether it’s an off-site lunch meeting or team retreat, The Perch offers a change of scenery and space for your team.
Contact manager@theperchworkspace.com for reservations and more information.
12-45 Person Capacity
TV, HMDI Cord/Bluetooth Connection, Projector Screen, Complimentary Coffee, Internet
The Loft at Liberty St.
The Loft at Liberty St. is a versatile upstairs event space that caters to a variety of gatherings. Featuring hardwood floors and abundant natural light, the main area boasts a spacious layout ideal for hosting anything from elegant receptions to lively dance parties. The inclusion of a large, sophisticated bar adds to its allure, while two smaller rooms offer additional functionality, perfect for bridal preparations or cozy lounging. Beyond its charm, the Loft at Liberty St. plays host to a range of community events, including comedy club showcases and Makers Markets, showcasing its adaptability and welcoming atmosphere.
Contact events@libertystreetloft.com for reservations and more information.
275 Person Capacity
Friendly City Events
Friendly City Events stands out as a dynamic and versatile multi-purpose venue, setting a new standard for event spaces. Nestled in downtown Harrisonburg, it offers a prime location coupled with unparalleled amenities. Boasting a fully equipped commercial kitchen and bar perfect for serving, Friendly City Events is primed for seamless events. Its intimate ambiance lends itself beautifully to smaller-scale events, fostering an atmosphere of warmth and conviviality. Whether you’re planning a private celebration or a professional gathering, Friendly City Events provides the ideal backdrop for any occasion, promising an unforgettable experience for guests and hosts alike.
60-75 Person Capacity
Round Table and Chairs, Flat Screen TV, Bluetooth Connection, WiFi, Speakers