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Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $5,000 for off-peak dates, and $6,500 for peak dates
Packages
Prices start at $3,500
Catering services pricing
$45 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $3,500
Guest capacity
Up to 450 seated guests
Now Accepting Bookings for Summer 2027!
Reach out to us now to secure your booking for the 2027 wedding season!
About this venue
The Ambassador Banquet and Conference Center is the premier choice in Erie, PA for your next meeting, event, business or leisure travel… where excellence is a tradition. From our state-of-the-art meeting and technology amenities to our renowned service and cuisine, our team will ensure your next conference or special event is a success! Whether you are having a conference, wedding, seminar, elegant cocktail reception, product launch, corporate retreat or VIP dinner – we have the location for you and all can be accommodated with our largest ballroom exceeding 400 guests. The professional planners at the Ambassador Center will make sure your event is a success!
Our event spaces
Crystal Ballroom
Elegant luxury lit by Austrian chandeliers
Elevate your wedding celebration in the breathtaking Crystal Ballroom, an unforgettable setting tailored for formal receptions and grand galas. The undeniable centerpieces of this luxurious ballroom are its twelve magnificent Austrian crystal chandeliers, which cast a romantic, sophisticated glow over your festivities. Designed for seamless event flow, the space features expansive pre-function lobbies and foyers ideal for your cocktail hour, alongside a built-in dance floor where guests can celebrate late into the evening.
Guest capacity
Up to 500 Seated
Square footage
6,500
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and Chic”
Hemingway Ballroom
One-of-a-kind charm with rich mahogany wood
Infused with distinct character and timeless warmth, the Hemingway Ballroom offers a truly one-of-a-kind backdrop for your wedding day. This unique event space is distinguished by its rich, beautiful mahogany woodwork and exquisite hand-painted murals that add an air of artistic romance to your celebration. The experience begins in the welcoming pre-function area, which boasts its own cozy fireplace and private bar, making it the ultimate cozy yet sophisticated setting for a memorable cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
Up to 350 Seated
Square footage
3,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and Chic”
Garden Atrium & Terrace
A sunlit indoor oasis paired with a patio
Experience the best of both worlds in the Garden Atrium & Terrace, a captivating setting that effortlessly brings the beauty of the outdoors inside. The sun-drenched indoor atrium features a lush atmosphere complete with a serene Koi pond and a charming gazebo, creating a whimsical environment for your ceremony or reception. Just steps away, the private outdoor Garden Terrace is adorned with moveable trees, offering an enchanting open-air extension where browsing couples can host a starlit cocktail hour or a picturesque outdoor gathering.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Square footage
3,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Crystal Ballroom
Elegant luxury lit by Austrian chandeliers
Elevate your wedding celebration in the breathtaking Crystal Ballroom, an unforgettable setting tailored for formal receptions and grand galas. The undeniable centerpieces of this luxurious ballroom are its twelve magnificent Austrian crystal chandeliers, which cast a romantic, sophisticated glow over your festivities. Designed for seamless event flow, the space features expansive pre-function lobbies and foyers ideal for your cocktail hour, alongside a built-in dance floor where guests can celebrate late into the evening.
Guest capacity
Up to 500 Seated
Square footage
6,500
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and Chic”
Hemingway Ballroom
One-of-a-kind charm with rich mahogany wood
Infused with distinct character and timeless warmth, the Hemingway Ballroom offers a truly one-of-a-kind backdrop for your wedding day. This unique event space is distinguished by its rich, beautiful mahogany woodwork and exquisite hand-painted murals that add an air of artistic romance to your celebration. The experience begins in the welcoming pre-function area, which boasts its own cozy fireplace and private bar, making it the ultimate cozy yet sophisticated setting for a memorable cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
Up to 350 Seated
Square footage
3,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and Chic”
Garden Atrium & Terrace
A sunlit indoor oasis paired with a patio
Experience the best of both worlds in the Garden Atrium & Terrace, a captivating setting that effortlessly brings the beauty of the outdoors inside. The sun-drenched indoor atrium features a lush atmosphere complete with a serene Koi pond and a charming gazebo, creating a whimsical environment for your ceremony or reception. Just steps away, the private outdoor Garden Terrace is adorned with moveable trees, offering an enchanting open-air extension where browsing couples can host a starlit cocktail hour or a picturesque outdoor gathering.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Square footage
3,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center packages
Where Everything Matters
50-450 guests
Peak pricing $9,000-20,000
Off-peak pricing $3,500-10,000
Our wedding package includes the following: *5 Hour Reception with a 4 Hour Silver Open Bar *Cocktail Hour with Hors D'oeuvres *Salad Course *Plated or Buffet Dinner Service with Sides and Main Entree Selections
- *Complimentary Champagne Toast for the Head Table
Available services that can be provided by Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- On-site accommodations
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Valet - paid
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Sound / AV
Accommodations
- Bedroom suites
- Double bed rooms
- Room blocks offered
- Single queen rooms
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