Atlanta Meeting Space

Atlanta has always been thought of as a vibrant city, and its heart beats strong and steady throughout its many residents. However, for some that dine at Anthony's Fine Dining, a spooky past leaves Atlantans wondering if there is someone there without a reservation...or a pulse.

Located in the heart of the city, Anthony's Fine Dining is  a true testament to historic Southern architecture. Previously constructed by the Pope family in 1797, this antebellum beauty was moved to Georgia from Tennessee in what is now much more than just an average house, boasting 12 rooms, two wine cellars, seven fireplaces, and a glass-enclosed porch. A great Atlanta special event facility, Anthony's offers several spaces for meetings and events. Book the "New" Wine Cellar" for up to 70 guests or the entire restaurant for up to 700 people. The Ladybug Room is an ideal Atlanta wedding venue for up to 250 people.

No matter which Atlanta meeting space you choose, be sure to leave room for one unexpected guest. Rumor is that Annie Barnett, a previous guest of the home in the late 1800s, can be heard at late hours in the Atlanta restaurant on the main staircase. Her presence has been felt by one journalist, whose his account is made public via the restaurant's website: "Then I heard the sound of footsteps, soft but distinct and coming up the stairs."

This notion of restless spirits keeps the restaurant booked nightly for dinner and for party and corporate reservations all year long. This Atlanta private dining facility's menu goes way beyond typical Southern delicacies, with options such as Chateaubriand for two,  Veal Anthony and always popular Filet Mignon. In lieu of the standard Halloween party, kick your Atlanta events up a notch for a real haunted dining experience at Anthony's Fine Dining.

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Although Atlanta is a landlocked city distant from the Atlantic Ocean, there is hope for those planners interested in making waves at their next Atlanta event. Two aquatic attractions in the region include Stone Mountain Park and Lake Lanier. With versatile options for events large and small, both of these attractions offer your guests an escape to the water without traveling far out of the city.

Stone Mountain Park in all its granite glory features some of the most unique special event venues in Atlanta. Plan a party aboard the Henry W. Grady Paddlewheel Riverboat, where you and 299 guests can set sail amongst the wooded campgrounds of the park.

Your guests will find more than enough room to entertain themselves on any of its three decks, one of which is enclosed for those chilly fall nights. Invite them to partake in cocktails and delicious treats in the Stone Mountain's Golf Course Clubhouse, then hop on the boat for a fun-filled evening.

The sights are not the only thing your guests can enjoy at Stone Mountain. Catering is provided by the on-site catering staff, where the selection seems to be Fourth of July year-round. From Southern fried chicken to sliced smoked beef brisket, there's no reason why your guest should leave on an empty stomach.

Another great venue option in Atlanta for enjoying the great outdoors is the Lake Lanier Islands Resort. Comprised of over 23,000 square feet of mutlipurpose event space including 22 meeting and event facilities, the resort offers indulgent amenities such as the Legacy on Lanier Golf club, a spa, an equestrian center and a beach with exhilarating water park adventures.

Whether your venue of choice is actually on the water or just nearby, remember that although Atlanta is a land locked city it still offers several venues for impressive aquatic events!

Who would have ever thought that entertaining could be an art? The staff at the High Museum of Art invites you to enjoy their various Atlanta meeting spaces among some of the most prestigious pieces of history. This unique venue in Atlanta has over 15,000 square feet of special event space, allowing your guests plenty of room to see the art that the museum has to offer.

There are four distinct sections available for your event: the Robinson Atrium, Grand Lobby, Hill Auditorium, and the conference room.

• Robinson Atrium. This grandiose illuminated space boasts 500 square feet of gracious architecture and light. Let your guests see the night sky through its fan shaped glass ceilings, dance on top the granite flooring and traipse on the four-story ramp that leads to the museum's permanent art collection. Host a reception for 220 seated guests in this spacious yet intimate setting.

• Wieland Pavilion Grand Lobby. This space was part of the museum's recent 2005 expansion. Host your events in its 6,800-square-foot spacious setting, where floor-to-ceiling windows afford great views of the piazza. As if that weren't enough, the lobby space also has 18-foot ceilings and hardwood flooring.


• Hill Auditorium. This is the perfect setting for your next seminar, presentation or guest speakers. AV equipment is provided along with comfortable theater-style seating for approximately 200 attendees. Of course, no theater would be complete without a balcony and orchestra, both of which are on hand for your Atlanta meeting.

• Conference Room. This setting will host your next executive meeting. The Atlanta meeting room makes for a productive setting for up to 18 guests in boardroom style.

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The movie theater has always been seen as the hotspot for a Friday night date. However, with the changing economy, many moviegoers are opting to make Fridays a movie rental night. Even with major motion films such as Transformers and Twilight released this year, theaters are barely breaking even. 

Multiplexes across the Atlanta area are seeking ways to fill in the gaps. Make their loss your gain for your next meeting, seminar or training session.

Fathom Business Events has partnered with various movie houses including AMC, Regal Cinemas and United Artists Theaters to make theater meetings and events happen. Fathom makes it possible to host your next Atlanta event red carpet-style, taking advantage of the very reasons why we go to the movies: stadium seating, large projection screens and surround sound.

In Atlanta, a trip to the movies is much more than a ticket and a box of popcorn, it's an urban retreat. Theaters have to do much more than premiere a film to increase ticket sales; they need to offer extra perks to entice guests. Regal Cinemas, located in Midtown Atlanta's Atlantic Station, has 16 screens, approximately 3,600 comfortable seats, and, best of all, free validated parking. The newly renovated AMC Fork & Screen in Buckhead offers tasty in-theater dining for its guests, who enjoy dinner & a movie simultaneously. Whichever theater you chose for your next production, it will surely be the next Box Office Hit!

To find more movie theater event venues in Atlanta, make sure to visit the Cvent's Atlanta venue directory.

Think out of the box, better yet think out of the office. Managers of corporations worldwide rely on meetings in order to maintain communication and disburse information to their staff. Thus causing employees to dread the inevitable lunchroom meeting in the conference room. In hopes of creating new energy and positive feelings, third-party planners should encourage clients to hold meetings off site.

For smaller meetings, Roam Atlanta invites members to utilize their low cost hotel alternative meeting space for whatever your needs might be. Whether your team requires a place for brainstorming, business development, or just extra office space, this Atlanta event venue has rooms available to service your needs. Roam Atlanta also invites frequent visitors to join the monthly payment membership program to guarantee meeting space availability. With eight varying sized Atlanta meeting rooms, on-site restaurant Roam Cafe, and a spacious patio and lounge area, this is the perfect location for off-site gatherings.

If your event budget allows for hotel accommodations, then by all means try to secure a location that has both lodging and meeting facilities for your guests. Atlanta meeting venues extend to each end of the perimeter, giving various options for site selection. Since opening its doors in 1995, the Emory Conference Center Hotel has been the premier conference center in Atlanta. New renovations were completed this year, boosting its inventory to 26 meeting rooms of about 35,000 square feet with an additional 6,000 square feet of meeting space.

As a bonus, in lieu of the usual lunchtime chatter around the water fountain, your attendees can check out the conference center's six lane bowling alley complete with a full bar and game room. So the next time you are challenged with the task of planning the next company meeting, be sure to prepare your out-of-the office reply message and leave the building!

"I had a great time." "I learned so much." "I wonder what they will have planned next year." These are the responses that should be heard after your next annual company meeting. Take your clients from the dreaded and mundane conferences to an educational retreat that will exceed their expectations.

The city of Atlanta is an awesome host city for your next company meeting, offering both indoor and outdoor special event facilities within city limits. For indoor meetings, consider the Atlanta conference center, The Loudermilk Center, complete with 17 multipurpose meeting rooms encompassing 15,000 square feet, in addition to a ballroom, an executive boardroom and an amphitheater.

Outdoor exercises and excursions can be held at some landmark Atlanta attractions such as Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park, both of which are home to various concerts, festivals and, eventually, your next seminar or meeting.

Chateau Elan has the luxury of both well-equipped, modern Atlanta meeting space and a picturesque setting. With over 3,000 acres of business and pleasure space, this resort is the premier choice for planners who want variety.

In between the lectures, annual report reviews and breakout sessions, great events should also have a time for team building exercises in the agenda. Retire the ol’ "ice breakers" and "catch me when I fall into the crowd" drills in favor of new and innovative sessions that will keep employees learning.

No idea where to begin? That’s alright. Companies such as Atlanta Team Building Training & Events have expert facilitators on hand who are ready to cultivate a plan tailored to your client's corporate culture. From adventurous rope climbing to team survival workshops, the employees will leave you Atlanta events with a rejuvenated sense of camaraderie.

For more great options for your company retreats, make sure to visit Cvent's Atlanta venue guide.

There are over 300 special event venues in Atlanta, many of which can be the location of your next event. From the Biltmore Hotel Ballroom to the Georgia World Congress Center, many of these beautiful facilities will be booked by the next best third-party planner, without the Three R’s to success: Respect, Referrals and Reminders.

In order to stay afloat amidst this tough economy, incorporate these ideas as you plan your next Atlanta event:

Respect your client’s position.

Clients essentially have an idea as to what they would like to have at their event; however, it is your vision that gives the event life. Take their ideas and use them as inspiration to design the most organized and creative affair they have ever been a part of. Use your proposal to show them that their idea has not been ignored, just enhanced.

Reviews from customers are the premier source of not only a repeat client, but also future gigs.

Various companies encourage their clients to utilize popular social search engines such as Yahoo, Google and Kudzu to write reviews of their work. That is merely "scratching the surface." 

Sometimes it helps to go back to the basics. Remember you have other promotional sources such as newspaper articles (the wedding announcement section still exists), YouTube (video footage invites guests to join previous events), and most of all word of mouth (client referrals are best because people trust their family/friends). Leave them with something to tell others about.

Remind them that you are the professional and they hired you for good reason.

Keep track of birthdays and other special events in your client’s life. Send anniversary gifts to your clients from last year’s nuptials. A holiday card at the first hint of snow may bring holiday party clientele. And of course, always send a thank you gift after the event as a token of appreciation for them using your services. If you maintain positive relationships with your clients, you will go from a one-event wonder to lifetime achievement planner.

Planners looking for unique venues in Atlanta will not have much trouble finding stunning meeting spaces full of charm and character. From university conference centers to zoos, check out some of the following posts when considering booking an Atlanta special event facility:

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• Hit a Home Run with the 755 Club at Turner Field

What are your suggestions for great Atlanta special event venues?

If you are looking for a unique event venue in Atlanta, then look no further than the 755 Club at Turner Field.  The 755 Club offers a chic event space within a Major League Baseball stadium. Open year-round, the 755 Club has over 24,000 square feet of event space in 5 different meeting spaces. The meeting spaces can accommodate up to 500 guests and feature state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment, as well as over 70 custom television monitors. The venue offers panoramic views of the Atlanta skyline and Turner field.

The 755 Club offers the elegance and sophistication of a traditional meeting and events facilities, with a distinctive, fun atmosphere.  Guests can escape to Scouts Alley to participate in interactive skills games like “Power Pitcher” and “Outta the Park.” Or, guests can take the guided backstage tour of Turner Field and visit Ivan Allen Jr. Braves Museum & Hall of Fame.

If you choose the 755 Club at Turner Field, you are sure to hit a home run with your next event!

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That Atlanta area has grown exponentially in the last ten years and with this growth has come an array of new and refurbished corporate event venues.  Check out our top ten list to make sure you stay informed on what's new and hot for corporate events in Atlanta.

Best Corporate Event Venues in Atlanta

1. The Georgia Aquarium
Invite guests to come face-to-face with sea creatures from around the globe at the largest Aquarium in the world.  Recently named the meeting venue of the year by the Atlanta Chapter of Meeting Planners International, the Georgia Aquarium can accommodate corporate groups of 100 to 2,000. Catering provided by the acclaimed Wolfgang Puck is the perfect complement to this unique and unforgettable setting.

2. The World of Coca-Cola
Designated as a venue only available for corporate event rentals, the World of Coca-Cola is a vibrant, colorful and modern event space.  Entertain up to 200 guests in the museum's lobby, adorned with life-sized Coca-Cola Folk-art Bottles or host a more intimate seated dinner for 150 in the Tasting Room where guests can sample different Coca-Cola products from all over the world. Interested in outdoor space? The World of Coca-Cola also offers 160,000 square feet of flexible event space just outside the museum that can be tented for year-round use.

3. The Atlanta History Center
Immerse guests in the Old South at any number of the venues maintained by the Atlanta Historical Society.  Host a formal outdoor affair for up to 750 on the spectacular grounds of the Swan House, an Italian and English classical-styled mansion or host an informal barbeque amongst the rustic buildings and historic gardens of the 1860s Tullie Smith Farm.  McElreath Hall offers a more traditional and formal setting for up to 400 guests with crystal chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the History Center's Asian-American Gardens.

4. 103 West
Managed by one of Atlanta's most established and well-known restaurant groups, the Buckhead Life Group, 103 West is one of Atlanta's most acclaimed private dining facilities.  This classic yet modern establishment is defined by contemporary decor that is paired with a neutral backdrop and accented with vibrant colors to create an inviting and striking corporate event setting.  The facility's Buckhead Ballroom can accommodate up to 250 for a seated dinner or as many as 300 for a reception when used in conjunction with other rooms.  For a more intimate gathering, 103 West offers the Club Room with seating for no more than 40 guests.

5. Atlanta Event Center at Opera
Built in the 1920's, this recently renovated corporate event site originally served as the home of the Atlanta Women's Club performance theatre.  Located in the heart of midtown near many of the city’s newest attractions, the Atlanta Event Center at Opera is ideal for cocktail receptions and product launches. The space features a private bar, stage, glamorous lounges in the form of Opera Boxes and comes fully outfitted with state-of-the-art sound and lighting equipment.  The Atlanta Event Center at Opera can accommodate as many as 450 for a reception.

6. The Piedmont Room at the Park Tavern
Overlooking Piedmont Park, the Piedmont Room at the Park Tavern affords some of the most spectacular views of the Midtown skyline in the entire city. Featuring an iron-gated entrance, 12-foot floor-to-ceiling windows and a beautiful wooden dance floor, this space is the epitome of elegance.  As the sun sets, the neutral colored room is washed with hues of gold and red creating a serene and warm ambience for guests. Gold chavari chairs, ivory linens and tea candles are included in the event rental. This 5,500-square-foot space can hold up to 200 guests. 

7.  The Atlanta Botanical Gardens
This blossoming Atlanta venue offers a variety of event spaces.  With a capacity of 300 for a seated dinner, the Day Hall features floor to ceiling windows, modern lighting, grand ceilings, earth tones and doors opening to an outdoor terrace. For smaller gatherings of no more than 90, the classical-style Mershon Hall can be rented providing guests access to the award-winning Parterre Garden which overflows with brightly colored flowers year round.  In the Fuqua Orchid Center, guests can take in the sweet aroma of blooming flowers from around the globe. Included in the rental of the Fuqua Orchid Center is the Robinson Gazebo, a roofed outdoor space overlooking the skyline of Atlanta.  The Atlanta Botanical Gardens also offers rentals of several of its smaller gardens. 

8.  Rhodes Hall
Rhodes Hall is one of the most recognized landmarks on Peachtree Street.  Dating back to 1904, the historic mansion is built out of Stone Mountain granite in the Romanesque Revival style.  Featuring a grand mahogany staircase, stained-glass windows, magnificent woodwork, and beautiful murals and wall paintings, Rhodes Hall is nothing short of exquisite. As the headquarters of the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, the facility has undergone significant renovations and is one of the best maintained historical sites in the city.   Rhodes Hall can accommodate up to 175 people for a cocktail-style reception on its first floor.  The outdoor lawn and porch may also be rented.

9.  The High Museum of Art
Showcasing remarkable art exhibits from around the world, the High Museum of Art is an ideal backdrop for corporate events of all sizes.  The High Museum of Art can accommodate groups of 50 to 1800.  Host a dinner dance under the fan-shaped glass ceiling of the Robinson Atrium, featuring an eye-catching ramp providing access to the museum's galleries.  Entertain up to 650 guests in the Grand Lobby designed by architect Renzo Piano overlooking the piazza and Midtown Atlanta.  The Grand Lobby is defined by eighteen-foot coffered ceilings and hardwood floors.  The Hill Auditorium is the perfect venue for a product launch or media event with capacity for 220 guests theater-style and built-in audio visual equipment. 

10. The Trolley Barn
Located in Inman Park amongst a neighborhood of elegant restored Victorian mansions, the Trolley Barn is a reminder of Atlanta's past.  First opened in 1889, the Trolley Barn originally served as a storage facility for the first electric street car in Atlanta.  During the middle of the 20th century, the barn as well as the surrounding area of Inman Park was forgotten.  Today, the Trolley Barn has been restored to its original glory and can accommodate up to 250 for a reception or 200 for a seated dinner.  Thirty-foot ceilings, mesquite wood floors, exposed wooden beams, and mini lights create a quaint and classic environment for an event.  A 40x60-foot brick patio is also available for use and may be tented upon request.

Want to learn more about these venues and other similiar corporate event facilities in Atlanta? Visit the Cvent Supplier Network and the Atlanta Destination Guide.

Anybody interested in planning an event in Atlanta should not have any problem locating a venue. From intimate restaurants to large convention centers, Atlanta has it all. If you want to bring a touch of class to your next meeting, check out some of the many cultural venues that have made hosting events in Atlanta such a popular decision.

Atlanta History Center

No matter your tastes, it is safe to say that the Atlanta History Center will be perfect for any meeting. In addition to 6,400 square feet of meeting space, this Atlanta venue also offers an on-site restaurant, many business services and several transportation options.

The Fox Theatre

When it comes to live entertainment in Atlanta, it doesn't get any better than the Fox Theatre. Lucky for meeting planners, this venue is also available for corporate meetings, tradeshows and wedding receptions. Exquisite architectural elements combined with an elegant decor make this venue a must-consider for any event planner.

Woodruff Arts Center

Thanks to 35,000 square feet of meeting space and 17 distinct meeting rooms, meeting planners can host virtually any kind of conference or seminar at the Woodruff Arts Center. In addition to its size, this venue also offers added benefits of on-site catering and business services.

Now that your interest is piqued for university and college meeting facilities, it's time to explore some top-notch options. Consider the following venues for your next Atlanta conference:

Georgia Tech Global Learning Center

Conveniently located in midtown Atlanta, the Georgia Tech Global Learning Center invites conferences, seminars and meetings of all kinds to its 32,000-square-foot facility. Whether you need a large theater (the center has five) or a small computer room (its labs have up to 20 student PCs each), the GLC is the place to find it.

Additional amenities such as the "BuzzBreak," a continuous food and beverage break service, are sure to keep any attendee happy. Premium audio-visual packages and a full-time event staff round out the center's first-class offerings for Atlanta events.

Emory Conference Center Hotel

Over 23,000 square feet of space. The largest amphitheater in the Southeast. A spacious Atlanta ballroom for up to 240 people. An on-site spa and two nearby 18-hole golf courses. Who ever said that school was boring? Certainly not the Emory Conference Hotel, where an astounding set of flexible spaces and luxurious amenities guarantee guests that this is a meeting they won't want to skip.

From the Dogwood Meeting Room to the Lullwater Ballroom to the Garden Courtyard, every space in this Atlanta event venue is enhanced by a friendly, amenable staff. One more notable benefit: the 198 well-appointed guest rooms, which make it a perfect meeting location for overnight guests.

Georgia Tech Research Institute Conference Center

Available for a wide range of events, including those for non-profit organizations and professional societies, the GTRI Conference Center features 10,000 square feet of meeting space. Giving a large presentation? Up to 220 guests can view it at the center's auditorium. Looking for a smaller space for a quarterly board meeting? Then the 1,000-square-foot executive boardroom is ideal.

Equipped with the latest in technology, this Atlanta conference center offers state-of-the-art amenities including LCD projectors, webcasting capabilities, wireless connections and more. Not surprisingly, the center's flexible facilities host over 300 events each year.

Clearly the buzz about universities and colleges as meeting spaces is well-deserved. So don't just read about them! Consider one of the above or research the many more out there on Cvent's Atlanta Venue Directory.