Looking for the perfect place to host an unforgettable birthday, retirement, or graduation party? Look no further – our small event space is the hidden gem you've been searching for! Essential Venue is a private, small event space in Edwardsville, Illinois that is the perfect space for your special occasion. Our intimate, upscale venue is designed to create a warm and inviting atmosphere that will make everyone feel right at home. And it’s conveniently located in Trace on the Parkway, with ample parking and within walking distance of local hotels. From graduations to retirements, our event space is a fantastic backdrop to honor milestones and celebrate life's accomplishments. Whether you’re reflecting on past achievements, celebrating the present or toasting to life’s future achievements, we’re ready to partner will you!

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Whether you want a formal sit-down dinner, a lively cocktail party, or a casual buffet, our event space can be customized to suit your unique style and preferences. Our flexible layout options allow you to create themed events for birthday and graduation parties or retirement celebrations. Our facility offers cutting edge audiovisual equipment including a Smart TV, projectors with dropdown screens and state-or-the-art sound system to display videos, play music or to enhance group activities & games. Our flexible layout options allow you to create the perfect ambiance for your special occasion. We’re able to accommodate up 60 guests in a seated format or up to 80 in a cocktail-style set up. Once you’ve reserved your date, you’ll be paired with one of our party planners to help you design and executive a memorable event for your loved one. With their help, you’ll be able to get the party started!

Elevate Your Event with Culinary Delights

Bring on the big cake, celebrate with a cupcake bar or taste it all with petit fours…no matter your tastes, the choice is yours! We offer open catering options at Essential Venue, which means you’re able to bring in your favorites. Our small event space can accommodate buffets to sit-down dinners. Choose your own family recipes or ask our EV team about our favorite local restaurants and bakeries, including 1818 Chophouse that’s located next door. We offer a kitchenette ideal for storing, planning, setting up and serving your event. Be sure to ask about our mobile bar that can be customized for your event. You’ll want to touch base with our bartending team to create the perfect cocktail, mocktail or drink menu for your party attendees!

Create Memorable Moments

Essential Venue’s blank slate gives you the opportunity to create an unforgettable, insta-worthy backdrop for your guests! While you’ll want to view our party packages for more details, we do offer décor to help your event pop and make it next-level. Create your own scene for group photos or a focal point for your guest of honor. Party-goers will love using our new digital photo booth to capture countless memories that will be sent directly to their mobile device. Renting our booth on-site provides an incredible experience for attendees and tons of great moments to cherish for a lifetime. Inquire now about rates and availability!

Don't settle for the ordinary when you can have the extraordinary. Book our small event space today and experience the perfect blend of intimacy, convenience, and affordability for your next birthday, retirement, or graduation party.