Weddings at the Warner Theatre
Your wedding, banquet, corporate meeting, dinner, dance, business luncheon … this important event demands a unique atmosphere. Host your event in Erie’s only art deco motion picture palace, which brings with it an opulence not seen any where else in the region — the Warner Theatre.
Since 1983, the historic Warner Theatre has provided an elegant atmosphere for weddings, receptions, corporate meetings, luncheons and dances. The Grand Lobby offers a classic ambiance with its majestic setting at surprisingly affordable rates. Add to that the Warner's flexibility, hospitality and outstanding service, and you can rest assured your event will be a memorable one.
Erie's most versatile facility adapts easily to any type of function. The Grand Lobby can easily accommodate up to 250 people for a sit-down dinner or more than 500 for stand-up functions.
Our experienced, professional and adept staff will help you coordinate an event where no detail will be overlooked.
For more information, please contact Brighid O'Brien at 814-480-6035 brighid@erieevents.com.
Grand Lobby
The ambiance of the Warner Theatre’s Grand Lobby offers a majestic setting at unexpected affordable rates. The Warner’s flexibility, hospitality and outstanding service ensure your event will be a success. Erie’s most versatile facility adapts easily to any type of function.
Seating capacity
- Up to 250 people for sit-down events
- More than 500 people for stand-up functions
Rental agreement
- Upon the acceptance of renting the Grand Lobby, the user or lessee must enter into a signed agreement with the Erie County Convention Center Authority or lessor.
- Basic rental fee is $500 for four-hour use
- $250 is required upon signing the agreement
- $250 is required on or before specified day of the event
Event
services
- $200 for four hours, includes floor manager, security and maintenance
- $50 for each additional hour
Basic rental fee
- Provides for the general use of the Grand Lobby and clean-up services
- Provides use of both the upper and lower Grand Lobby
- Provides use of the marquee, upon request when possible
Equipment rental fee
- 5-foot round tables are $5 each. Tables seat 8.
- White upholstered chairs are $.50 each.
Note
- For the safety and well-being of our patrons, smoking is not permitted in the Grand Lobby of the Warner Theatre.
- No alcohol is permitted from outside the event. All alcohol must be purchased through the theatre.
- The user or lessee is required to provide the florist and caterer.
- The French Street Annex is available for rental at $250 for four hours.
Liquor and wine price list
Liquor
$55 per bottle (750 ml)
- Whiskey: Canadian Club, Jack Daniel’sGreen Label, Seagram’s VO
- Bourbon: Old Grand Dad, Wild Turkey
- Vodka: Stolichnaya, Absolut
- Scotch: Dewar’s White Label, Cutty Sark
- Gin: Beefeater, Tanqueray
- Misc.: Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila
$45 per bottle (750 ml)
- Whiskey: Black Velvet, Seagram’s
Seven Crown
- Bourbon: Jim Beam
- Vodka: Smirnoff, Gordon’s
- Scotch: Barrister’s
- Gin: Seagram’s, Bankers Club
- Misc.: Peach Schnapps, Bacardi Light Rum, Southern Comfort
Wine
$25 per bottle (1.5 litre)
- Wine: bianco, lambrusco, chablis, white zinfandel (blush), merlot,
cabernet, chardonnay
- Champagne: Great Western Extra Dry
Beer
$45 per case for most 12-ounce domestic brands
$150 per half-keg for most domestic beer
Mix and soda
Included in liquor prices
Other brands and prices of liquor, wine and beer available upon request.
Prices subject to change without notice.
Bartender
Supplied by the Warner Theatre at $13.50 per hour, per bartender
Where the spotlight is on you!
Stand in the spotlight of the beautiful Warner Theatre. Our staff is committed to making your event a success by giving you our expert advice and professional support. You can be assured that every detail will be attended to from beginning to end.
Make your reservation today!
Contact 814-480-6035 or brighid@erieevents.com
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- Wedding Images on this page courtesy of Heather Neckers Photography
