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Plan Your Perfect Event: Top Venues in Greater Parkersburg

July 17, 2024

Whether you’re a local looking for a wedding venue or a conference planner, Greater Parkersburg is home to many event spaces for those looking to plan events.

The Blennerhassett Hotel & Spa – 320 Market St, Parkersburg, WV

Looking to host an event right at your hotel? The Blennerhassett Hotel has several event spaces for you to rent! The hotel has 82 hotel rooms. The largest event space, the Charleston Ballroom, has a maximum seating capacity of 200 people. This space is the most dramatic with unique high ceilings and chandeliers. It can be divided into two or three rooms, and it’s conveniently located adjacent to the Promenade, a lavish pre-function area perfect for additional space for receptions.

The hotel also has an outdoor patio tent available year-round with full temperature control. This space can accommodate up to 150 guests and is located adjacent to the Blennerhassett Restaurant. Visit their website to see a full list of their spaces and rental information https://theblennerhassett.com/event-space/

Elizabeth Sugden Broughton Community Building – 619 State Route 821, Marietta, OH

The Elizabeth Sugden Broughton Community Building is in a pastoral setting just 3.1 miles north of historic downtown Marietta. This facility has a kitchen for caterers, a presentation system, a patio, fire pit and more! All entrances are ADA-compliant, and the building can accommodate 280 guests. Visit for more information! https://thebroughtonfoundation.org/community-building/.

Grand Pointe Conference & Reception Center – 1500 Grand Central Ave, Vienna, WV

Grand Pointe is the Mid-Ohio Valley’s largest conference and event center with over 12,000 square feet of elegantly appointed space for your every need. There’s free, close and convenient parking and exquisite on-site food services! Grand Pointe is great for any special occasion. For those looking to plan weddings with out-of-town guests, Grand Pointe also offers a special Wedding Package rate! Learn more at https://grandpointecenter.com/our-services/

The Links at Woodridge – 301 Woodridge Dr, Mineral Wells, WV

Located just 1 mile off of the interstate, the Links at Woodridge offers wonderful banquet facilities for you to host your next corporate event, birthday party, wedding, reception, just about any special occasion! The Links also offers a separate meeting space with scenic views of the golf course that’s great for corporate functions, retreats and luncheons. Visit their website or call 304-761-2245 for more information.

Parkersburg Art Center – 725 Market St, Parkersburg, WV

The Parkersburg Art Center is a versatile location. They’re an art gallery, a framing service, a gift shop and even an event venue. This is a great place for an event in Downtown Parkersburg, and they can accommodate five to five hundred people in an ADA-compliant space that comes with Wi-Fi and access to a catering kitchen! Their event space, the Wharton Grande Ballroom, is located on the third floor of the center, and it’s perfect for weddings, family reunions, proms, corporate events and more. Visit their website for more information on packages and more https://www.parkersburgartcenter.org/rentalpackages.

Valley Gem Sternwheeler – 601 Front St, Marietta, OH

For those looking for something more aquatic, the Valley Gem Sternwheeler and its sister vessel, the Major Riviera, are perfect for you! These sternwheelers offer unique river experiences on the Muskingum and Ohio Rivers. You choose the itinerary and the menu, and they take care of the rest! Their facilities feature a café, restrooms and climate controlled lower deck. Learn more about their unique venue at https://www.valleygemsternwheeler.com/private-events.html.

Not quite fit your fancy? Check out our directory for a full list of our partners, many of which can be the hosts for your next big event.

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