Paramount Event Spaces

23 East Galena Boulevard Aurora, IL

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Max Capacity: 340 people

Experience the heart of Downtown Aurora at your next event. With seven unique spaces available, Paramount Events can accommodate any occasion, big or small. Weddings, baby and bridal showers, corporate parties, family reunions, meetings, expositions – no matter the event, we’ve got the space for you. With the beautiful Fox River and stunning cityscape as your backdrop, your event is sure to impress. And the fun doesn’t have to stop there. You and your guests can enjoy everything Downtown Aurora has to offer including a casino next door, hotel nearby and restaurants in walking distance – with convenient access to the Metra and I-88. Whether it’s your wedding on the stunning, historic Paramount Theatre stage or cocktail hour in The Atrium before attending a show in the intimate Copley Theatre, leave it to the experts. We produce shows for a living. Let’s make your event our next production.

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Event Spaces

Atrium

Maximum Capacity: 200
Pre-Function

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Atrium

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Pre-Function | Maximum Capacity: 200 | 2160 sq ft | 196 sq m

The Atrium, just downstairs from the Copley Theatre in the North Island Center, is a spacious open space providing an elegant, professional setting.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 80 People

Reception
Capacity: 200 People

Trade Show - 8 x 10
Capacity: 6 People

Amenities

Air Conditioned
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Very open and airy with 3 story plate glass windows on southside main entrance wall.
Audio Visual: Portable Equipment
Ceiling Height (in feet): 30
Floor Covering: brick
Floor Number: main
Space Size (Length x Width) in feet: 54x40
Special Features: Connecting corridor to Hollywood Casino lobby area.
Total Square Feet: 2,160

Copley Theatre

Maximum Capacity: 216
Theater

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Grand Gallery

Maximum Capacity: 550
Restaurant/Lounge

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Grand Gallery

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Restaurant/Lounge | Maximum Capacity: 550

Added on in 2006, the gorgeous Grand Gallery serves as the new lobby for the Paramount Theatre and can serve as the perfect reception space for your next event. Whether a wedding reception or corporate party, this unique two-level space can impress your party of up to 450. With newly renovated bars and the historic original lobby just next door, bring your guests together in the space that thousands of patrons of the Paramount Theatre have gathered for years.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 300 People

Reception
Capacity: 550 People

Amenities

Air Conditioned
Dance Floor
Full Bar/Lounge
Serves Breakfast
Serves Dinner
Serves Lunch
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Elegant Art-Deco Theatre Lobby setting with an upper level balcony, which encircles the entire room, and is wide enough to accommodate tables & chairs for dining.
Audio Visual: Portable Equipment
Ceiling Height (in feet): 30
Cuisine: Theatre has four preferred caterers for clients to choose from.
Floor Covering: terrazzo/carpeting
Floor Number: 1st & 2nd
Max Table Size: 60
Number of Green Rooms: 1
Special Features: Bars & washrooms on main & upper levels. Grand Staircase from upper level to main floor. Elevator access on main & 2nd level. Four flat screen TV's & built-in sound system.

Meyer Ballroom

Maximum Capacity: 400
Ballroom

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Meyer Ballroom

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Ballroom | Maximum Capacity: 400 | 4662 sq ft | 423 sq m

The impressive, newly renovated Meyer Ballroom in the North Island Center next to the Hollywood Casino is the largest space of Paramount Events with endless possibilities. With three individual ballrooms that join into one massive space, the Meyer Ballroom is ready for your next huge production. The jaw-dropping space includes floor to ceiling windows with panoramic views of the historic Paramount Theatre and beautiful Fox River.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 300 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 300 People

Chevron - 18"
Capacity: 300 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 400 People

Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 400 People

Conference
Capacity: 400 People

Hollow Square
Capacity: 250 People

Reception
Capacity: 400 People

Amenities

Air Conditioned
Dance Floor
Portable Walls
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Audio Visual: No AV available
Floor Covering: Wood
Floor Number: 1
Number of Ballroom Sections: 3
Space Size (Length x Width) in feet: 57'x111'
Special Features: Stunning view of the Fox River out of panoramic windows Riverfront patio accessible from ballroom
Total Square Feet: 4,662

Theatre

Maximum Capacity: 1851
Theater

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Theatre

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 1851

Built in 1931, the Paramount Theatre is as historic as it gets. The stunning theatre captures a unique Venetian setting portrayed in the art deco influence of the 1930s. Walk down the aisle to your dream wedding on the beautiful Paramount stage. Be the star of your own show where countless celebrities have performed and many Broadway-caliber shows have been produced by the Paramount professionals themselves.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 1851 People

Amenities

Air Conditioned
High Speed Internet
Orchestra Pit
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: 1931 Art-Deco Vaudeville/Movie Palace
Audio Visual: Built-in AV Equipment
Ceiling Height (in feet): 60
Floor Covering: concrete/carpeting
Floor Number: 1st & 2nd
Number of Green Rooms: 1
Special Features: No steps for patrons to navigate on the main floor. Elevator to Balcony. Back wall only 100 feet from stage. Almost acoustically perfect.

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Amenities

Air Conditioned
Cafeteria/Snack Bar Available
Designated Bus Loading Area
Full Bar/Lounge
Handicapped Accessible
High Speed Internet
Historic Landmark/Registry
Meeting Room Broadband Internet Access Fee
Non-Smoking
On-Site Catering Service
Valet Parking
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Credit Cards Accepted: Visa, Master Card, American Express & Discover Card are accepted for ticket sales ONLY. Payment for facility rental fess are checks and cash ONLY.
Cuisine: Currently, there are four outside caterers for clients to choose from, which offer American, Latin, Italian, and Greek cuisines.
Facility Location Setting: The beautiful fully restored art-deco 1,851 seat Paramount Theatre and the intimate 216 seat Copley Theatre are the perfect backdrops for any live entertainment, film showings, photo or video shoots, meetings, weddings, receptions, dining events, etc.
Max Number of People for an Event: 1851
Max Table Size: 60
Nearest Airport: 16-25 miles
Nearest Overnight Accommodations: Less than 1 mile
Nearest Public Transportation: Less than 1 mile
Number of Event/Function Spaces: 5
Parking: Parking Garage Off-site
Seating Capacity: 300
Special Features: 11 backstage dressing rooms and 4,000 sq. ft. of additional backstage rehearsal/dressing room spaces. Less than 2 years old upgraded sound & lighting systems.
Total Exhibit Space (Square Feet): 16,570
Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 20,398
Year Built: 1931
Year Renovated: 1978

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