Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center

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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

Open house

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”


Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center packages

Where Everything Matters

50-450 guests

Peak pricing $9,000-20,000

Off-peak pricing $3,500-10,000

Description

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

What’s included
  • *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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