Venue Spaces
Where Memories Are Made
Intimate Spaces Within Our Grand Setting
The Orpheum’s thoughtful renovation has created multiple distinctive areas that work together to craft unforgettable celebrations.
Each space tells part of our historic story while serving today’s events with modern functionality and mountain elegance.
Your Celebration's Centerpiece
Grand Hall
The heart of The Orpheum, our Grand Hall showcases the building’s most dramatic features with soaring 30-foot ceilings and carefully preserved architectural elements. Original wooden trusses and beams, some over 130 years old, create an atmosphere of authentic mountain elegance that no modern venue can replicate.
Capacity: Up to 400 guests
Features:
- Soaring 30-foot ceilings with original architectural details
- Historic wooden trusses and century-old beams
- Flexible layout accommodating various event styles
- Professional sound and lighting systems
- Climate controlled for year-round comfort
The Grand Hall serves as your celebration’s grand stage while maintaining an intimate feeling through thoughtful design and authentic character.
Your Private Mountain Sanctuary
Moon Lounge
Perched above the Grand Hall, the exclusive Moon Lounge offers the venue’s most intimate and unique experience. This elevated space features custom live-streaming displays that showcase real-time mountain views, creating an unforgettable setting for your most precious moments.
Perfect for:
- First look photos and intimate couple moments
- Private dining for wedding parties
- Exclusive cocktail experiences
- Quiet conversation spaces during larger events
Features:
- Elevated position with commanding views of the venue below
- Custom live-streaming mountain view displays
- Intimate scale perfect for small groups
- Elegant mountain-inspired design
The Moon Lounge represents the perfect blend of innovation and intimacy—a space that exists nowhere else.
Where Your Story Begins
Bridal Suite
Start your celebration in style in our luxuriously appointed Bridal Suite, designed specifically for wedding day preparation and relaxation.
Features:
- 12-foot granite countertop ideal for makeup and preparation
- Ample natural light for getting-ready photos
- Comfortable seating areas for your wedding party
- Climate controlled private space
- Custom amenities designed for wedding day comfort
This dedicated space ensures your wedding party begins the day feeling pampered and prepared.
Your Pre-Celebration Retreat
Groom's Lounge
Located behind the curtains on our stage area, the Groom’s Lounge provides a relaxed, masculine retreat for grooms and their parties.
Features:
- Private location away from event setup
- Vintage games and mountain-inspired décor
- Comfortable seating and relaxation area
- Direct access to main event spaces
The perfect space for grooms to gather, relax, and prepare for their big moment.
Mountain Ceremony Perfection
South Deck
Our elegant South Deck provides an stunning outdoor ceremony option with authentic Colorado mountain backdrops that create breathtaking photo opportunities.
Features:
- Spectacular mountain views
- Beautiful steel staircase for dramatic entrances
- Intimate 40-foot by 6-foot space
- Elevated position for optimal guest viewing
- Seamless connection to indoor reception spaces
Perfect for:
- Outdoor wedding ceremonies
- Cocktail receptions
- Photography sessions
- Intimate gathering spaces during larger events
Your Celebration Under the Stars
North Deck
Our expansive 100-foot North Deck creates the perfect setting for cocktail hours, dancing under the stars, and memorable evening celebrations.
Features:
- Impressive 100-foot length accommodating large groups
- 9-foot depth providing ample space for various setups
- Stunning mountain and downtown Buena Vista views
- Perfect for outdoor dining and dancing
- Seamless indoor/outdoor event flow
Downtown Connection
Street-Level Patio
Connect your celebration to the authentic charm of downtown Buena Vista with our private street-level patio space.
Features:
- Direct connection to Main Street and downtown energy
- Flexible space for various event elements
- Perfect for welcome receptions or farewell brunches
- Authentic downtown Buena Vista atmosphere
- Covered areas for weather protection
This versatile space bridges your private celebration with the vibrant community spirit of Buena Vista.
Spaces That Work Together
The Complete Experience
What makes The Orpheum truly special is how all these distinctive spaces work together to create a celebration that flows naturally from moment to moment.
Your guests can move from intimate conversations in the Moon Lounge to grand dancing in the main hall, from mountain ceremony views on the South Deck to starlit cocktails on the North Deck.
Each space maintains its own character while contributing to your event’s complete story—just like The Orpheum itself honors its past while creating new memories for the future.
Visit The Orpheum
We would be honored to show you our spaces in person and help you envision your event in this historic setting.
Tours are available by appointment.
