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Hippodrome Theatre
Raw space venue
The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $500
Guest capacity
Up to 100 seated guests
About this venue
Plan your next event at one of Gainesville’s most unique locations, the Hippodrome. We can accommodate your every need in one of our versatile rental facilities. The Hippodrome’s spacious Lower Level can be designed to your specifications and personalized to create the event of your dreams. The historic Hippodrome Cinema is available for film screenings, performances, presentations, private social events and lectures. Audio & Video Capabilities Customized Lighting Packages Two Fully Stocked Bars Friendly and Helpful House Management
Our event spaces
Lower Level
Unique space with brick walls in downtown Gainesville, FL
The Hipp’s chic lower level is perfect and unique for any type of private event. The Hippodrome Theatre Lower Level has an elegant, unique, and stylish atmosphere that provides a versatile backdrop for all events.
Guest capacity
75-100 Seated
100-148 Standing
Square footage
1,500
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Other, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Includes bar, tables, chairs, linens, programmable lighting, AV screens. Great space for receptions, musical performances, birthday parties, celebrations.
Cinema
Make it a movie and a wedding or a special event!
Gainesville’s top-rated independent cinema offers 75 fixed theatre seats, audio visual capabilities, customized lighting packages and adjacent reception space with full service bar available for private gatherings before or after your event!
Guest capacity
10-75 Seated
10-100 Standing
Square footage
800
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding shower, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Professional movie theatre. Great for private screenings, performances, parties
Gallery
Celebrate in midst of art or bring your own art to display.
A lofted ceiling and tall windows bring an airy feeling to the charming Art Gallery. Historic wood moldings, elegant marble, and artwork from the current exhibit provide a culturally rich atmosphere.
Guest capacity
20-35 Seated
50-75 Standing
Square footage
800
Ideal for
Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Other, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Lower Level
Unique space with brick walls in downtown Gainesville, FL
The Hipp’s chic lower level is perfect and unique for any type of private event. The Hippodrome Theatre Lower Level has an elegant, unique, and stylish atmosphere that provides a versatile backdrop for all events.
Guest capacity
75-100 Seated
100-148 Standing
Square footage
1,500
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Other, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Includes bar, tables, chairs, linens, programmable lighting, AV screens. Great space for receptions, musical performances, birthday parties, celebrations.
Cinema
Make it a movie and a wedding or a special event!
Gainesville’s top-rated independent cinema offers 75 fixed theatre seats, audio visual capabilities, customized lighting packages and adjacent reception space with full service bar available for private gatherings before or after your event!
Guest capacity
10-75 Seated
10-100 Standing
Square footage
800
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding shower, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Professional movie theatre. Great for private screenings, performances, parties
Gallery
Celebrate in midst of art or bring your own art to display.
A lofted ceiling and tall windows bring an airy feeling to the charming Art Gallery. Historic wood moldings, elegant marble, and artwork from the current exhibit provide a culturally rich atmosphere.
Guest capacity
20-35 Seated
50-75 Standing
Square footage
800
Ideal for
Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Other, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Available services that can be provided by Hippodrome Theatre
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Clean up
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Lighting/Sound
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - paid
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Lighting
- Linens
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
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