Forbes Theater at 500 Pearl

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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 $15,000 for off-peak dates, and $18,000 for peak dates

Catering services pricing

$100 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $15,000

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

Forbes Theater offers a unique and elegant venue for couples looking to celebrate their wedding day in style. Nestled in a central location, the theater combines historical charm with modern amenities, providing an unforgettable backdrop for both intimate ceremonies and grand receptions. With its stunning architecture, state-of-the-art acoustics, and spacious seating arrangements, Forbes Theater is perfect for creating a cinematic experience on your special day. Whether you're dreaming of a dramatic entrance or a sophisticated dinner, the venue's versatile layout ensures every moment of your wedding is memorable. Booking Forbes Theater means more than just reserving a venue; it’s about creating a one-of-a-kind atmosphere that will captivate your guests and make your wedding an extraordinary event.

Seated guest capacity

  • 100-250

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Historic Estates, Mansions

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
512 Pearl St, Buffalo, NY 14202

Our event spaces

Forbes Theater

Create an unforgettable cinematic experience on your special day at Forbes Theater.

Forbes Theater offers a remarkable wedding venue with everything needed for a seamless celebration. Enjoy the outdoor veranda for a stylish ceremony or cocktail hour with stunning views. With on-site parking and a 110-room Marriott hotel in the building, your guests will have easy access and comfort. After the event, relax at the rooftop bar, taking in panoramic city views. With versatile spaces, exceptional service, and top-notch facilities, Forbes Theater is perfect for your dream wedding.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 600 Standing

Square footage

3,786

Ideal for

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

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Room cost

$750

Forbes Theater

Create an unforgettable cinematic experience on your special day at Forbes Theater.

Forbes Theater offers a remarkable wedding venue with everything needed for a seamless celebration. Enjoy the outdoor veranda for a stylish ceremony or cocktail hour with stunning views. With on-site parking and a 110-room Marriott hotel in the building, your guests will have easy access and comfort. After the event, relax at the rooftop bar, taking in panoramic city views. With versatile spaces, exceptional service, and top-notch facilities, Forbes Theater is perfect for your dream wedding.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 600 Standing

Square footage

3,786

Ideal for

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

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Room cost

$750

Available services that can be provided by Forbes Theater at 500 Pearl

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wedding cake services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - paid
  • Valet - paid
  • Wheelchair accessible

Accommodations

  • Bedroom suites
  • Double bed rooms
  • Honeymoon suite
  • Luxury suites
  • Room blocks offered
  • Single king rooms

Forbes Theater at 500 Pearl menu options

$145-145 per guest

The Deluxe Pearl

Plated Salad Course with Fresh Bread Service, Coffee & Tea Station, House Champagne Toast for All Guests, 4-Hour Premium Bar with 2 Signature Cocktails, 4 Butler-Passed Hors D’Oeuvres during Cocktail Hour, Plated Dinner Service, Charcuterie Display with Crudités & House-Made Spreads, Late Night Station and more.

  • Premium shelf
  • Cocktail hour
  • Coffee station
  • Seated dinner
  • GF, DF, VG and V options available upon request
$135-135 per guest

The Classic 500

Plated Salad Course with Bread Service, Coffee & Tea Station House, Champagne Toast for All Guests, 3 Butler-Passed Hors D’Oeuvres during Cocktail Hour, Charcuterie Display with Crudités & House-Made Spreads, Plated Dinner Service, 4 Hours of First Class Bar with 2 Signature Cocktails, Late Night Station and more.

  • Cocktail hour
  • Coffee station
  • Seated dinner
  • GF, DF, VG and V options available upon request.
$125-125 per guest

The Simply Forever

4 Hours of House Bar with a Signature Cocktail, Charcuterie Display with Crudités & House-Made Spreads, Plated Salad Course with Bread Service, Coffee & Tea Station, Plated Dinner Service, 2 Butler-Passed Hors D’Oeuvres during Cocktail Hour, and more.

  • Cocktail hour
  • Coffee station
  • Seated dinner
  • GF, DF, VG, and V option available upon request
$120-120 per guest

Good Things Stations Package

3 Hours of First-Class Bar with a Signature Cocktail, Crudités & House-Made Spreads, Plated Salad Service and Bread Service, Stationed Dinner Service, Coffee & Tea Station and more.

  • Cocktail hour
  • Coffee station
  • Seated dinner
  • GF, DF, VG, and V options available upon request.

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For parking at Forbes Theater, we offer both self-parking and valet services. Self-parking is available at a rate of $3 per hour, with a maximum charge of $20 for the day. Hotel guests enjoy a discounted rate of $17 for parking. Additionally, valet parking is available for an additional fee, which can be arranged upon request. For your convenience, we can also set up discounted or complimentary parking for your wedding guests, ensuring a hassle-free experience for everyone attending your special day.
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible. We also have ramps at the main and side entrances, hearing-impaired fire alarm lights, and trained staff.
Set up, clean up, tables, chairs, china, flatware, glassware, and linens
Your reservation includes six hours from start to finish, including the time it takes our staff to set up and clean up.
Booking fees for our facilities, and all payments made including deposits, are non-refundable. For additional questions, please contact us.
Forbes Theater is easily accessible from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). Simply exit the airport and head south on Genesee Street. Follow the signs to the I-90 W ramp toward Buffalo, and merge onto I-90 W. Take the I-190 S exit toward Buffalo and then exit at 6B for Pearl Street. Continue on Pearl Street, and turn left onto Main Street, where Forbes Theater is located in the heart of downtown Buffalo. The venue is just a short drive from the airport, making it convenient for both locals and out-of-town guests.
No, our venue is fully insured.

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