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About

The Grand 1401 is a banquet hall wedding venue located in Downtown Fresno, California. With its opulent design, inspired by the Italian Renaissance, there is a grandeur to this setting. Ideal for your ceremony, reception, or other wedding-themed celebration, it truly is a wondrous place to get married and celebrate your fairytale day.

Facilities and Capacity

There are a diverse array of event spaces available at The Grand 1401 so that you can make the most of the indoors and the outdoors. An all-encompassing venue, you can enjoy your big day here in comfort and style, while there are also beautiful sights of the San Juaquin River to admire.

The Grand Ballroom offers elegance, sumptuous design, and a bright, light, and charming space. Your wedding reception deserves to be celebrated in a place that lives up to expectations. This ballroom, with its gorgeous chandeliers, luxurious drapes, and high ceilings provides exactly that. Sparkling centerpieces, placed in the middle of round tables set with chiavari-style chairs, offer further touches of upscale refinement. When combining the 8,000 square-foot main space with the 3,000 square-foot mezzanine, the capacity of this ballroom allows some 500 guests to be seated here.

The Grand on 10 is the other inside space offered. Boasting 5,000 square feet, this versatile space is perfect for hosting your reception or indoor ceremony. A maximum of 300 guests can be accommodated here. An equally stylish room, it has domed cascade ceilings, a stage for hosting your live entertainment, and room enough for everyone to enjoy some fantastic festivities.

The other space available at The Grand 1401 is Park Place. With 20,000 square feet, this beautiful space is perfect for hosting your ceremony or outdoor reception. It would also be great for the newlyweds to enjoy a stroll together as they take in the day’s significance.

Services Offered

Conveniently, an event planning service can be provided. These event specialists can assist you in creating your ideal celebration as they guide you through various decisions. A number of event rentals can also be provided, while outside vendors are more than welcome to come onsite. The staff can also carry out cleanup and setup services.

In terms of catering, The Grand 1401 can point you in the right direction with its list of trusted names. To complement your choice of delicious culinary creations, outside alcohol is allowed on the premises, so you and your guests can bring your favorite beverages.

History

Constructed in the early 20th century, The Grand 1401 was originally an illuminated power company building. Today, this eye-catching structure hosts romantic and meaningful weddings - yours could be the next bright chapter in its already dazzling history.

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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?

$6,000

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

$5,656

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?

$4,000

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

$4,000

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$50

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
Signature Drink

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

75

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August

Reviews of The Grand 1401

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User2594004 Sent on 03/23/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I have just begun the planning process but chose this venue and have been 100% happy with that choice.
Bethyonce
Elizabeth Sent on 03/04/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Liz and Amy at The Grand 1401 are amazing. I couldn't have done all of this without their help. They were available to me and my vendors whenever we needed them. The building is beautiful and the 10th floor has such a stunning atmosphere that you forget that you are in Fresno.
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Jamie Sent on 08/15/2012
5 out of 5 rating
We had an awesome prom at The Grandl! They offered a beautiful venue with excellent service!
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Debbie Sent on 07/30/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The Grand 1401 is a fabulous setting for any occasion, requiring very little in the way of additional decorating as the building is sophisticated, dramatic and offers an elegant venue. Shelli and Liz are both expedient and knowledgable in event planning and partner together to provide the upmost of service. My daughter's wedding was everything we dreamed it could be and more, and I recommend Grand without reservation.

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User2900187 Sent on 12/08/2016
4.9 out of 5 rating
Amy and Liz are extremely helpful and are always nice when I call several times when I have a small question.
Devan
Devan Sent on 11/07/2019
4.8 out of 5 rating

Elegant weddings at The Grand 1401

The Grand 1401 is an amazing place to have a wedding or special event! We had our ceremony and reception on the 10th floor, and it was absolutely amazing! The ballroom donstairs is also incredible for a larger event. We had 150 guests and didn't feel cramped at all. The staff was always kind and would answer any questions or concerns we had. They can be challenging to reach, but they always get back to you. The security they hire is incredible! Overall The Grand is wonderful and I highly recommend them anyone wanting to have a classy and elegant ballroom wedding!
Jenna
Jenna Sent on 12/12/2017
4.8 out of 5 rating
My fiance and I were on the hunt for a historical building with a great venue. The moment we walked in to the Grand 1401 1st floor ballroom I was IN LOVE! It is exactly what I had in mind for a beautiful ballroom. We were given a tour by Liz, and she was very friendly, personable, and professional. She was able to answer every question and concern we had. We are so excited to be using this venue on our wedding day!
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Joanna Sent on 08/12/2017
4.8 out of 5 rating
Liz and Amy were easy to work with! The 10th floor is absolutely beautiful.
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Heather Sent on 02/03/2017
4.7 out of 5 rating
We booked the 10th follow for the ceremony and reception. It looked amazing and worked really well for about 100 people. They were very accommodating with our vendors and us. One thing that was limiting is you have to use their preferred vendors for some things, but the vendors were amazing.
Amanda
Amanda Sent on 10/08/2017
4 out of 5 rating
The venue is beautiful and doesn’t need much for decoration. I think they should update their vendor list to include some they didn’t have listed but worked with. Some other vendors weren’t as wonderful as I hoped but I didn’t end up working with those ones. You do have to clean up all trash and items in the building except for tables and chairs. The ceiling was leaking badly once when I went but no issues on my wedding day. They were VERY accommodating and VERY willing to work with us. The wedding day staff were all very professional and did their job so well! Definitely worth the money and you will have a beautiful day here if you choose it!
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Awards

13
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Music Spectrum Entertainment Music Spectrum Entertainment Wedding DJs

Beautiful place for your wedding

Light Up The Walls Light Up The Walls Wedding Decor & Lighting

I love working at the Grand 1401. The classic feel to this historic location makes events there truly amazing. When I am hired to do UpLighting at this venue... it makes the beauty of this building really shine.

KM Productions Mobile DJ Company KM Productions Mobile DJ Company Wedding DJs

This building is stunning! If you are looking for a indoor venue, you have found the right one! Absolutely gorgeous, and a enjoyable staff to work with! Love it!

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The Grand 1401 frequently asked questions

The Grand 1401 includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Grand 1401 includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Grand 1401 includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by The Grand 1401 for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
The Grand 1401 offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Grand 1401 offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Grand 1401 offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Grand 1401 offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
The Grand 1401 is recommended by 87% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.3 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.5 in professionalism, 4.3 in quality of service, 4.3 in average response time, 4.3 in flexibility and 4.3 in value.

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