Crowd of people dancing and celebrating at a party with balloons and decorations, illuminated by a disco ball and stage lights in a festive setting.

Your Next Party at
Swedish American Hall

The holiday season is upon us.

Start the festive spree with our inviting event space built to house you and your guest looking to have a wonderful time.

Holiday Events with Us

A crowd of people gathered indoors beneath hanging gold and red decorations, with a deer skull mounted on the wall in the background.

Stretching the boundaries of entertaining your guests, our historic mixed-use event space and live music venue in the heart of the Castro boasts three distinctively different spaces that can be leveraged upon in a variety of exciting combinations limited by the imagination. Our venue, an enclave of vibrant cultural patronage that is a bit exclusive, and a bit of a secret, accommodates 50 to 500 of your guests that would be thrilled by our unique offerings.

Capacities & Specs

Tables, chairs & basic linens
Professional sound system
Theatrical lighting with presets
Wireless microphones (x6)
Stage & dance floor

Green room for wedding party
Bar service areas
On-site event coordinator
High-speed WiFi
Setup & breakdown

What's Included

Tables, chairs & basic linens
Professional sound system
Theatrical lighting with presets
Wireless microphones (x6)
Stage & dance floor
Green room for wedding party
Bar service areas
On-site event coordinator
High-speed WiFi
Setup & breakdown

Full bar service & bartenders
Catering services (see partners)
Premium linens & table settings
Uplighting & custom lighting design
DJ or live band services

Floral design & decor
Photography & videography
Day-of coordination services
Valet parking services
Additional staff & security

Available Add-ons

Full bar service & bartenders
Catering services (see partners)
Premium linens & table settings
Uplighting & custom lighting design
DJ or live band services
Floral design & decor
Photography & videography
Day-of coordination services
Valet parking services
Additional staff & security

Capacity & Specs

  
   Room | Standing Reception | Banquet Seating | Theater Seating | Classroom Seating 

   Freja Hall | 300 | 150 | 225 | 120 
   Balder Hall | 100 | 70 | 100 | 50 
   Cafe du Nord | 250 | 80 | 100 | 80 
   Total | 650 | 300 | 425 | 250

  *Capacities are estimates only and may have restrictions based on maximum building occupancy.

Maximum guest count will be determined by the event flow and room layout.
Banquet seating is based on 60” round tables seating 10 people per table.
Our venue can accommodate up to 650 guests. However, due to fire marshall restrictions, total guest
counts may vary based on event setup, furniture, etc.

Basic wifi connectivity
Central heating
Post event janitorial
Vendor prep areas
On-site venue manager

Full 10 hour rentals include:

Tables for up to 150 guests*
Chairs for up to 200 guests*
Built in A/V accommodations
Dimmable indoor lighting
Built in platform stage

* Ten 60” rounds, six 8’ tables, and 200 natural wood folding chairs. No linens provided. Please order all linens through your rental company. Labor charges of $250 + tax may apply for furniture setup.

Floorplans

A floor plan layout of a large athletic or event hall named Freja Hall with dimensions marked in feet: 43 feet by 42 feet, and sectioned off areas including a bar, an entrance from downstairs, an elevator, and coat check. Adjacent rooms include Balder Hall and restrooms.

Indoor event space with warm orange lighting, hanging paper lanterns, and people socializing around tables with floral centerpieces.

People socializing and dancing inside a large, wooden-beamed venue with a second-floor balcony and warm lighting.

A large indoor party or dance event with a spacious illuminated dance floor, surrounded by guests, and a DJ booth at the back with a large screen displaying visuals. There are decorated tables with food and an area for seating, with warm lighting and

Event Partners

Our exclusive catering partner, Meadow Events, specializes in farm-to-table cuisine using seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. Their expert team creates custom menus that reflect your personal style and preferences.
From passed hors d'oeuvres to multi-course plated dinners, family-style feasts to late-night snacks, Meadow Events brings culinary artistry to every celebration. Their professional service staff ensures flawless execution on your special day.

Get In Touch
Bright Event Rentals is the Swedish American Hall’s preferred rental partner.
Known for their wide range of equipment and event rental services, excellence in event décor, and attention to detail, Bright’s event specialists will ensure that your vision is realized from design to delivery.

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