Chehalis and Centralis are located just off I-5 halfway between Portland, OR and Seattle, WA. The cities are surrounded by amazing views of Mount Rainier and Mount St Helens along with forested wilderness, streams and volcano valleys. The area provides a photogenic location for weddings and all sorts of other events. More about Chehalis, and Centralia.
Aerie Ballroom
360-807-1212
219 S. Tower Ave, Centralia, WA
The historic Aerie Ballroom is a perfect venue for weddings, dances and other events. The venue provides over 5,000 square feet of meeting space including the spacious 2,800 square foot Grand Ballroom, the Banquet Hall, the Studio Lounge and the VIP Room.
Best Western Park Place Inn & Suites
360-748-4040
201 Interstate Ave, Chehalis, WA
The Best Western in Chehalis has a meeting and banquet room which can accommodate up to sixty people. The 720 square foot room can be set up for banquets, classes, and presentations as well as other events.
Centralia Historic Train Depot
360-330-7671
118 W. Maple St, Centralia, WA
Centralia’s Historic Train Depot located in downtown has 1,400 square feet of meeting space for small events and functions. The Depot, built in 1912, provides a historic and interesting setting for any small function. Guests can access the Depot easily through affordable Amtrak train rides from Portland and Seattle.
Colony House Catering & Weddings
360-748-9337
49 NE Division St, Chehalis, WA
The Colony House is an elegant private facility, which can accommodate up to 160 people with sit down meals for up to 120 guests. The facility is available to rent for all sorts of events including weddings and receptions. Catering is available on and off-site.
Corbet Theater
360-736-9391
600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia, WA
Located on the campus of Centralia College, the Corbet Theater provides seating for 506 people. The theater is a great option for meetings, concerts, art performances and other events. The theater has a rear projector, lobby and kitchen available.
Gibson House
360-807-4936
221 North Tower Avenue, Centralia
The Gibson House provides and elegant, historic location for events such as weddings, parties, meetings and conferences. The second floor of the Gibson House is the largest square foot special event location in downtown Centralia with 6,700 square feet of usable space. The Gibson House has the Magnolia Ballroom with 5,270 square feet for dancing or dinging. Also available is the Tower View Conference Room at 1,400 square feet. Catering is available.
Recreation Park
360-748-0271
221 Sw 13th St, Chehalis, WA
The Recreation Park includes the Virgil R Lee Community Building which is available to rent for private functions and events. The community building can accommodate up to 125 people. Outdoor facilities are public and cannot be reserved for private events. The 12-acre park has picnic areas, covered shelters, a pool, a basketball court and softball fields.
Red Barn Studios
360-767-0471
207 Goff Road, Chehalis, WA
A twenty-five acre farm with a 1937 restored barn provides an intimate and relaxed atmosphere for weddings, retreats and other events. The barn can accommodate up to 250 guests. Rental fee includes tables and chairs. Photography is available. Licensed outside caterers are welcome.
Robert E Lintott/Alexander Park
360-748-0271
1101Riverside Rd West, Chehalis, WA
The Robert E Lintott/ Alexander Park has a covered kitchen that is available to rent with occupancy of up to 100 people. The kitchen has electric lighting and a wood burning stove. Outdoor facilities at the park are public and cannot be reserved for private events. The 5 ½ acre park has horseshoe pits, play equipment, a wading pool and a swimming beach.
Stan Hedwall Park
360-748-0271
1501 Rice Rd, Chehalis, WA
The Stan Hedwell Park has a covered kitchen that is available to rent for private events. The kitchen has four sections, each of which can accommodate 40 guests with tables. Outdoor facilities at the park are public and cannot be reserved for private events. The 204 acre park is the largest in Chehalis. The park offers softball fields, Babe Ruth fields, Little League fields, soccer areas, volleyball court, horseshoe pits, an arboretum, a playground and a RV Campground.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
More Locations
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