Walters Cultural Arts Center

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 $748

Packages

Prices start at $748

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

For a special day infused with the spirit of creativity and culture, consider the Walters Cultural Arts Center for your wedding day! With its classic red-stone architecture, stained glass features, custom woodwork ceiling arches, concert-quality sound system, and fine art gallery, the Walters is one of the west side’s most treasured sites for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and other special events. Whether you’d like an intimate family reception for 40 guests, an extravagant party for 200, or an outdoor reception on the lawn, the Walters provides a variety of amenable and affordable options for your big day. Located in the heart of Hillsboro’s historic downtown, this former church is a bustling nexus of cultural activity. Our facility is open Monday through Friday, with private rentals available on Saturday & Sunday.

Seated guest capacity

50-200

Venue type

Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
Museums, Galleries

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

527 E Main St, Hillsboro, OR 97123

Our event spaces

Walters Theatre

With classic red-stone architecture, stained glass, & custom woodwork ceiling arches, the Walters Theatre is a gorgeous backdrop for your special day.

The Walters Theatre was built in the 1940s and still features its original red-stone walls, stained glass, custom woodwork ceiling arches. The main floor is 2,150 square feet of hardwood dance floor, with a 37 square foot elevated stage. Other amenities include: concert-quality sound system, a grand piano, photo booth area, and VIP room for getting ready. The room lends itself to a variety of floor plans and tables, chairs, and set-up are included, along with audiovisual support.

Guest capacity

50-200 Seated

50-250 Standing

Square footage

2,183

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

- Lobby, catering prep kitchen, & outdoors terraces included - Basic AV package: microphones, projector/screen, and music - Optional Add-on for Live Music - VIP Room - Hardwood dance floor - Chandelier lighting - Coat check or photo booth area - Table set-up/take down - 1 hour rehearsal - AV run-through - Staff to assist day-of event - Fully accessible building with elevators, ramps, and ADA facilities, along with optional ADA ramp to provide full accessibility to the stage

Room cost

$2486 for 6 hours, $290 per additional hour

Walters Theatre

With classic red-stone architecture, stained glass, & custom woodwork ceiling arches, the Walters Theatre is a gorgeous backdrop for your special day.

The Walters Theatre was built in the 1940s and still features its original red-stone walls, stained glass, custom woodwork ceiling arches. The main floor is 2,150 square feet of hardwood dance floor, with a 37 square foot elevated stage. Other amenities include: concert-quality sound system, a grand piano, photo booth area, and VIP room for getting ready. The room lends itself to a variety of floor plans and tables, chairs, and set-up are included, along with audiovisual support.

Guest capacity

50-200 Seated

50-250 Standing

Square footage

2,183

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

- Lobby, catering prep kitchen, & outdoors terraces included - Basic AV package: microphones, projector/screen, and music - Optional Add-on for Live Music - VIP Room - Hardwood dance floor - Chandelier lighting - Coat check or photo booth area - Table set-up/take down - 1 hour rehearsal - AV run-through - Staff to assist day-of event - Fully accessible building with elevators, ramps, and ADA facilities, along with optional ADA ramp to provide full accessibility to the stage

Room cost

$2486 for 6 hours, $290 per additional hour

Walters Cultural Arts Center packages

Theatre Event Package

200 guests

Peak pricing $2,486-4,600

Off-peak pricing $2,486-4,600

Description

Our Theatre Event Package is suited for groups of up to 200 guests and includes 6 hours of rental time and use of the Walters Theatre, Kitchen, Lobby, and Outdoor Terraces

What’s included

Tables & Seating for up to 200 guests
VIP Room with private bathroom for wedding party
Lobby space fits food, drinks, gifts, & check-in
Free AV consultation for your event’s needs.
1-hour free walk-through for wedding rehearsals

Gallery Event Package

50 guests

Peak pricing $748-1,496

Off-peak pricing $748-1,496

Description

Our Gallery Event Package is suited for groups of up to 50 people and includes 4 hours of rental time and use of the Walters Gallery and Kitchen.

What’s included

Tables & Seating for up to 50 guests.
Access to private restrooms for wedding party
Free AV consultation for your event’s needs.
1-hour free walk-through for wedding rehearsals

Available services that can be provided by Walters Cultural Arts Center

Services & amenities

Dance floor
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
Liability insurance
Lighting/Sound
Set up
Wheelchair accessible
Wifi

Transportation & access

Self parking - free
Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

Sound / AV
Standard Chairs

Reviews

5.0 out of 5

1 review

Beautiful Hillsboro venue!
•Verified review
•Reedville Catering•Jan 25, 2023
As a caterer, this venue is a favorite of ours! It is easy to find and get to, beautiful, and the staff is always great to work with. Our team is also in Hillsboro, so it is close to our location which makes catering there great! The have tables and chairs onsite, as well as a prep kitchen, which is convenient for the client and vendors. The space is very adaptable as well -- I've seen weddings held here, memorials, cocktail parties and more. Including my own highschool prom! 110% recommend checking out this venue, if you are looking for a Hillsboro event space with beautiful architecture.

Yes, we have free self-parking onsite, along with overflow parking options nearby.

Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible. We also have ramps at the main and side entrances, an elevator on all floors, and trained staff.

Our theatre package includes six hours from start to finish, including the time it takes to load in, decorate, and clean up at the end. Additional time can be added on by the hour. Our gallery package four hours from start to finish, including the time it takes to load in, decorate, and clean up at the end. Additional time can be added on by the hour.

Once you’ve paid the initial reservation fee to book your rental, it will not be refunded if your rental is canceled. If your rental is canceled within 48 hours of the rental date, your entire rental fee will be forfeited. If unforeseen circumstances cause the Walters Cultural Arts Center to cancel your reservation, your rental fees will be refunded in full. If the Walters is closed due to inclement weather, your rental date will be rescheduled at no cost to you. If a suitable date cannot be identified, you will be refunded in full.

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