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NOOR is Pasadena's premier event space. Voted Best of Pasadena (2011-2022), NOOR is a full-service event venue with two ballrooms, the Sofia and the Ella. There is also a gorgeous outdoor courtyard space, NOOR | Terrace, for al fresco ceremonies and receptions. Located in the heart of Pasadena, California, NOOR serves clientele throughout the surrounding and Los Angeles areas.

NOOR features two ballrooms; the art-deco designed Ella Ballroom, and the art-nouveau inspired Sofia Ballroom. Each ballroom is grounded in history and replete with modern amenities, including state-of-the-art Audio/Visual and Lighting systems. Designed to provide couples and their guests with a first-class location to celebrate their wedding, our indoor and outdoor settings offer glamorous spaces to create memorable moments and enjoy one another's company.

Facilities & Capacity

Couples can choose from two gorgeous ballrooms for their wedding ceremonies, receptions, bridal showers, and engagement parties. The Sofia Ballroom has a guest capacity of 320, and the Ella Ballroom can accommodate up to 120 guests. Our outdoor courtyard, NOOR | Terrace, an ideal setting for al fresco ceremonies and receptions. Whether you wish to have a small, intimate gathering or a large gala, you will find the right customizable spaces for all your needs. Each of our spaces has a specific personality with unparalleled, dazzling decor that can enhance your wedding theme. Couples will have the opportunity to personalize the area with their decorations, as well.

Transparent Pricing

Pricing in all of NOOR's wedding packages already includes both service fees and sales tax, making it easy to calculate the cost of your wedding at NOOR.

All of our wedding packages also include premium chameleon chairs, satin linen, banquet tables (both 72' banquet rounds and 8' rectangle tables), and professional banquet staff at no additional cost. All of our packages also include the following:

  • Barware
  • China
  • Tableware
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Access to 3,000 Self-Parking spaces
  • Complimentary 90 minute validation
  • ADA Accessible Venue with Wheelchair access

Services Offered

Our sales and event management team will ensure that every detail of your big day is professionally executed just as planned. Our sales team uses sophisticated catering and floorplan-mapping software to capture every detail of your requests.

Culinary Team

Our award-winning culinary team will work with you to design a menu that will excite you and your guests. We source all of our ingredients from environmentally sustainable sources. A guest favorite is our French-cut Bone-In Ribeye and Tuscan Ravioli. We offer several service styles, including plated, buffet, Middle-Eastern family-style, and butler-passed hors d 'oeuvres and display stations.

Customize Your Wedding

Our venue offers couples optional in-house services to make their day carefree and memorable, including on-site day-of-wedding coordination, to allow couples to be "in-the-moment" and let NOOR's team implement all of the details of their celebration.

We offer a large selection of rental items to customize your wedding, including chair covers, dance floor with a custom monogram, decor, drapery, custom furniture, enhanced LED lighting, photo booth, and other options for an additional fee.

You can also customize your wedding package with a selection of Late-Night menu items, including a mashed potato martini bar, In-N-Out Burger station (another guest favorite!), taco station, made-to-order sushi, crepe station, and even a liquid nitrogen ice cream station.

We honor dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, Halal, and Kosher), so please notify us in advance if you or your guests have any allergies or restrictions. All of our wedding packages also include complimentary cake cutting services. For more information about what reception package fits your needs offer, please contact NOOR directly.

Optional Services

NOOR wants to make sure you have a phenomenal time at their venue, so they offer various additional, useful services. Couples may request a cigar rolling service, DJ and Master of Ceremonies, childcare services, and LIVE photo booth that includes a professional photographer, backdrop, props, and much more.

Catering for Celebrations at Home

NOORtoGO.com is our catering platform for Celebrations at Home. Our catering service provides a convenient alternative for hosting gatherings at home for special occasions, removing the need to go shopping and preparing large, multi-course meals. NOORtoGO is our catering platform for the delivery of Chef-prepared gourmet meals delivered ready to enjoy in the comfort of your home.

Location

NOOR is approximately nine miles from downtown Los Angeles and located in downtown Pasadena, directly across from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. Our convenient location provides your guests with an excellent destination for visiting museums, Huntington Gardens, hotels, shops, restaurants, and more in-town during any downtime.

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Frequently asked questions

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

No

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?

2,600

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

2,600

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Event Planner
Event Rentals

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February

Reviews of NOOR

G
Giovanni Sent on 06/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue

This venue made our wedding dreams come true! Every meeting was one we looked forward to and genuinely enjoyed. The beauty of the venue and kindness of those working their will forever me a part or our wedding memories!
Qiana
Qiana Sent on 05/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Round of applause for NOOR

I love love love this venue! Our wedding was beautiful and having the outdoor ceremony with an indoor reception was perfect for an evening wedding. The staff was extremely helpful and kind. The food was amazing down to the last bite. Everything was AMAZING! Thank you NOOR and the team for making my vision come to life!
C
Clint Sent on 04/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue & Amazing Team = Wonderful Memories!

Our special day was initially set for May 9, 2020, but as we all know, COVID had other plans. We were crushed and decided to postpone a few months to August, thinking that the pandemic would pass and we could still enjoy our special day soon. That obviously didn't happen either. Two more postponements and we finally were able to celebrate on April 23, 2022.

During that time my wife and I decided to get married anyways, in a parking lot, at the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. Not exactly the same environment as we had dreamed of at NOOR, but nevertheless a day we will never forget. Each time we had to postpone we inquired about terminating our contract, as the lure and excitement kept fading the longer the pandemic prevented us from holding our event. I get it - a contract is a contract and businesses were struggling too. Bridget was great, doing whatever she could to try and accommodate us and, for that, we were very appreciative.

So here we are, almost 2 years after we got married - wife is now 6+ months pregnant, but we had an amazing time. Our event coordinator, Kaelan, was incredible! She was so sweet and made sure everything went according to plan. Our friends and family kept mentioning how calm and laid back we were throughout the entire day and evening, and a huge part of that goes to Kaelan and the team at NOOR for preparing and executing our timeline of events flawlessly.

I'll be honest, there were many times we discussed and wished that we could have cancelled our event, moved on, and put this all behind us, but after experience our wedding day (i.e., almost 2 year vow renewal) at NOOR, we are truly happy to have held the event and now have the wonderful memories with our family and friends.
J
Jaclyn Sent on 03/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best venue, staff, and food!

We recently had our wedding at NOOR and honestly can't thank the entire NOOR team enough for flawlessly executing our dream wedding! We could not have been more happy with how our wedding turned out, in spite of a little unexpected rain on the day-of! It was absolutely perfect!!

Our on-site coordinator, Anna, did a superb job and handled everything with such calmness, grace, and professionalism! She was THE BEST throughout the entire planning process and executed our vision amazingly. She was always responsive everytime we called or emailed.

Our wedding was originally booked for June 2020 but we had to postpone twice due to COVID. Robert and his team at NOOR were so accommodating and worked with us through both postponements so we never felt like we were going to lose out on our venue. That peace of mind was priceless! We went through 3 different on-site coordinators over 3 years and every single coordinator handled our wedding with the utmost care and professionalism to make for a seamless transitional process. Every time we went for our site meetings, we always got a little more excited for our wedding because the venue is gorgeous and always so welcoming. NOOR is truly the best!

The food and service at the wedding were top-notch--all of our guests had the best time and have been raving about how beautiful of an event it was! We have been recommending NOOR to our friends and family, even before our wedding happened, but now we can attest to its greatness!
Dinna
Dinna Sent on 12/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The staff, the food, and the venue was perfect! Thank you for a wonderful experience!

From the very beginning, NOOR has been nothing but top-notch. We first communicated with Bridget and was very happy with how detailed and transparent she was about pricing. We knew exactly what we were getting and we barely had any follow up questions. When we went to see Noor, we were blown away. The place was spotless, newly renovated, and stunning. We immediately knew this was the place to celebrate our reception. We booked the same day and are so happy we did!

Emma was our event coordinator and we corresponded with her throughout the planning process. She always responded to our emails promptly and made the process so easy. We had last minute updates the week of the wedding and she never made us feel like we couldn't approach her.

Noor has this wedding thing down. The very detailed requests they had of our event details made me feel secure about how prepared they will be on the day.

Everything was perfect on our wedding day! We got compliments on how beautiful the place was, how good the drinks were, and especially about how yummy the food was. We are so blessed we found Noor when we did. We have noting to complain about.

We recommend Noor to anyone, especially brides who are planning their own wedding. Noor will make your planning easier.

Thank you Bridget and Anna for everything! God bless and I hope you make many more couples happy with your service!
M
Mila Sent on 10/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Breathtakingly Beautiful

If you have made it this far in your search for a venue, it would be futile to look any further. This is the most beautiful venue that I have ever seen, especially if you are looking for a fun and festive wedding vibe. The energy that this place gives off is what sets the mood for the reception (your guests will feel it) and the photographs/video will look so glamorous and luxurious, you'd think you were in a movie wedding.

People: The staff at Noor are the BEST! From the very beginning, Bridget Ann was so helpful and accommodating to our needs and vision for the big day. Noor offers a ton of different packages and options to choose from, and she really helped us find the best one that would fit our needs AND budget. I also could not have asked for a more helpful, attentive and responsive coordinator (Kaelan), who always kept us on track and was ready to answer one of my million questions at any moment :)

Place: The pictures speak for themselves. We were in the Ella ballroom, which had the goth-Victorian chandeliers with LED lights everywhere, giving it a modern touch. It's hard to explain but the end result is just so stunningly beautiful. Your guests will be looking from the ceiling to the floor.

Food: Noor's food is DELICIOUS. This is not your typical wedding food (forgettable), this is restaurant quality food - if it wasn't a venue, you'd want to go eat here on a weekly basis. We had the middle eastern family style option, and our guests could not stop talking about the food.

Accommodation/Options: Noor's packages cover a lot of what you'll need for your wedding. From a beautiful ballroom that needs no extra work to the food and entertainment options. It is all basically on a menu and you choose from what fits your budget. On top of that, what they do not directly offer, they give you a list of trusted partners that they've worked with in the past (from DJs to wedding planners/coordinators and beyond). This really takes a lot of stress out of the planning process, which can be daunting in the beginning when you don’t know where to start.

I truly cannot recommend this place enough. There simply is no other venue like it.
Daniel
Daniel Sent on 09/27/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A great all-in-one venue for small to medium weddings

We hosted a wedding at Noor Ella Ballroom last weekend and had a great experience. The staff is attentive and easy-to-work with and takes the initiative on guiding the bride and groom through different options and handling last minute details.

The ballroom comfortably held 60 guests with dance floor and vendors. There was also an outdoor area that was popular because of COVID. We recommend reserving rooms at the Hyatt hotel (as it is easy walking distance to the venue). The liquid nitrogen ice cream add on was a big hit.

We were looking for a small-to-medium wedding venue at a moderate price point with an attentive staff and Noor was a perfect fit.
Michelle
Michelle Sent on 09/20/2021
5 out of 5 rating

So happy we booked with NOOR!

By some miracle my fiance & I were able to secure a date with Noor after they had a cancellation. It was the only Saturday wedding date left of the entire Summer, so I was ecstatic that we somehow were able to snag it! 

Bridget Ann & Kaelan were so professional, organized, and detailed in all of our meetings, I was truly truly impressed. I asked a lot of questions since I was planning the entire wedding myself, and they were so patient with me the entire time!  

We also received so many compliments on the food and hors d'oeuvres, the guests LOVED it!! The spread they put together was truly amazing. The ballroom looked spectacular as well!

The service was outstanding, and my husband & I couldn't be happier with the way it turned out. I highly recommend booking NOOR for any event!!
Quiana
Quiana Sent on 10/12/2020
5 out of 5 rating

November 2019 Wedding

To my amazing Team,
Kenji and Bridget were so amazing, I have never been so relaxed and trusting to such a great team of professional excellence. This was definitely the most memorable day of my life and I really have to thank Kenji and Bridget for everything they did to make my day special. The lighting, decorations, food and bar were wonderful. My guest are still talking about it. You two will never be forgotten. I recommend this location to anyone looking for a beautiful, classy, and elegant wedding, this is your spot!! I will be call them again for more celebrations😘
M
Mick Sent on 03/15/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!! Thank you so much!

The NOOR Team and Venue are fantastic and words can't express our gratitude for their help throughout the whole wedding from start to end.

Bridget Ann, Miranda and the whole events team were amazing and so, so accommodating. They always went the extra mile and provided tons of insight and feedback which was especially helpful for my indecisive wife.

Our guests all loved the food and couldn't help but rave about the venue - seriously, the pictures don't do it justice. We're so glad we walked in and checked it out because it's so beautiful and requires minimal decoration.

Thank you so much for everything!
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Awards

50
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

7 Endorsements
Greycard Photography Greycard Photography Wedding Photographers

What a beautiful venue! We love working here and staff is amazing as well.

Posh Peony Floral and Event Design Posh Peony Floral and Event Design Wedding Florists

Robert at Noor is an amazing person to work with. He has supported many of my projects at his gorgeous venue and every wedding I have done there, has been flawless. He goes above and beyond to make sure that his clients are taken cared of. Noor is a gorgeous unique space that will accommodate any wedding or special event. The Sophia room is my absolutely favorite! If you are looking to have your event in a beautiful venue that include an amazing staff, look no further. This place will truly amaze you!

Events By Sanaz Events By Sanaz Wedding Planners

I had a pleasure to work with Noor venue couple of weeks ago. The entire team at Noor are fantastic. From the top down they truly run an event proving how much they care about the day of, and the enjoyment of the brides and grooms. Amin was point of our contact and he did beyond what he should do and what we expect. So professional and organized, and easy to work with. Thank you Amin for all your help love working there and with you, and always looking forward to the next one!

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