Business Details
Your Perfect Event Venue on the Illinois River
East Port Banquet & Meeting Center of East Peoria offers premier event hosting services on the scenic Illinois River. Our facility combines traditional and contemporary amenities with a natural nautical landscape to create unforgettable experiences for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. With versatile spaces including a grand main room, private event room, and outdoor deck overlooking the river, we accommodate events of all sizes. Our professional staff provides personalized attention to every detail, from venue setup to catering coordination. We offer customized packages for weddings, meetings, and special occasions, including full-service catering with diverse menu options.Our team conducts guided tours to help clients envision their events in our space. Located at 703 Mariners Way, we serve East Peoria and surrounding areas with exceptional hospitality. Our flexible rental options include weekday, weekend, and holiday availability with competitive pricing. We provide comprehensive event support including ceremony setup, rehearsal access, and after-hours reception services. Committed to excellence, we strive to make every event seamless and memorable for our clients.
Services
Wedding Venues
Corporate Events
Meeting Spaces
Catering Services
Private Parties
Rehearsal Dinners
Ceremony Setup
Event Coordination
Venue Rental
Outdoor Events
Highlights and features
- We offer versatile event spaces for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings
- Our facility features scenic riverfront views and modern amenities
- We provide customizable rental packages with flexible scheduling options
- Our professional staff offers personalized event coordination services
- We include comprehensive catering options with diverse menu selections
Services
Wedding Venues
Our waterfront venue offers three distinct spaces for weddings including a grand main room, private ceremony room, and outdoor deck. We provide comprehensive wedding packages with ceremony setup, reception coordination, and catering services. Our professional staff assists with event planning and customization to create memorable wedding experiences.
Corporate Events
We host professional corporate events in our versatile main room and private meeting spaces with modern amenities. Our facility offers flexible seating arrangements, audiovisual equipment, and customized catering options for business meetings, conferences, and networking events. Our team provides logistical support for seamless corporate gatherings.
Catering Services
Our full-service catering includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner options with buffets, stations, and sit-down service. We offer specialty menus for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings with customizable options including premium bar service and unique dessert stations like chocolate fountains.
Venue Rental
We provide hourly and daily rentals for our main facility, private rooms, and outdoor deck with flexible scheduling options. Our rental packages include access to tables, chairs, and audiovisual equipment with additional options for extended hours and special setup requirements for various event types.
Event Coordination
Our professional staff offers personalized event coordination services including venue tours, layout planning, and vendor management. We assist with ceremony setup, reception logistics, and timeline coordination to ensure smooth execution of weddings, corporate events, and private parties.
Questions
What types of events can I host at East Port Banquet Center?
We accommodate weddings, corporate events, meetings, private parties, and special occasions with versatile indoor and outdoor spaces.
Do you offer catering services for events?
Yes, we provide full-service catering with breakfast, lunch, and dinner options including buffets, stations, and sit-down service.
What is included in the ceremony fee?
The $495 ceremony fee includes 100 chairs and setup 30 minutes before your reception time.
Are there different rental rates for weekdays vs weekends?
Yes, weekday rentals start at $650 for the full facility while weekend rates range from $1000 to $2500 depending on day and time.
Can I schedule a venue tour before booking?
Yes, our staff provides guided tours to help you visualize your event in our space. Contact us to schedule a visit.
Is there outdoor event space available?
Yes, we have an outdoor deck overlooking the Illinois River that can be rented for special occasions and receptions.
