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Built in 1906 by Architect Sam Stone, the Civic Theatre is the oldest theatre in New Orleans. This beautiful theatre has been renovated and redesigned with the latest in technology and hardware. Equipped with cutting-edge, adaptable modular flooring, the Civic has the ability to transform from theatre-style seating to an elegant affair to a modern concert format. Your guests will experience the best of the past while getting a taste of the future.

The Civic is the perfect setting for your corporate dinner, festive reception, or one of a kind wedding. The beautiful original architectural flourishes have been carefully preserved to create an elegant setting while newer design and enhancements are present to offer a modern approach to style and service.

The Civic Theatre is located in the sports and entertainment district in downtown New Orleans, two blocks from Mercedes Benz Superdome. It is a short drive to the Convention Center and walking distance to the famous New Orleans nightlife.

Every event with us is unique and formulated exactly to your needs. The fees and prices are all subject to change based on various factors, including but not limited to expected head count, date/time of year, and scale of event. Our sales office is available to discuss specifics of your event in further detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$9,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$8,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$9,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$8,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Clean Up
Event Planning
Set Up

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$40

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

150

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August

Reviews of Civic

Sami
Sami Sent on 07/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue!

We are so delighted that we chose the Civic as our wedding venue. Cali was amazing to work with and very helpful in navigating a date change with us. Cali and her team saw our vision and worked with us and all of our vendors to create our perfect day. Mike, Winter and the rest of the team at the Civic were also phenomenal to work with, and so helpful in making our perfect day come together. I work in production and was able to meet with Mike and his team to explain our creative vision and they truly went above and beyond to make it special for us. This is hands down the best venue in New Orleans to create a unique and special day! 
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

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Civic frequently asked questions

Civic includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Set Up
The bar service starting price at Civic includes:
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Civic for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
Civic offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Civic offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Civic offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
Civic offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Civic is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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