Looking for the ideal event space to host your next corporate meeting or networking event that isn’t located in St. Louis? Essential Venue invites you to Edwardsville, Illinois, just a quick 30-minute drive from downtown St. Louis or St. Louis International Airport. We offer an upscale corporate event space conveniently located within Trace on the Parkway, surrounded by an active restaurant area, shops and hotels within walking distance. Once you visit our space online or in-person, you’ll see why Essential Venue is the perfect canvas to turn your business meeting, training or networking event into a memorable and productive gathering.

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Our small corporate event space offers an ideal setting for fostering connections and meaningful interactions among your attendees which is often lost in larger venues. Since our space can accommodate between 60-80 people depending on set up, it can be tailored to your specific needs for trainings, board meetings, mixers and networking. Rental of our corporate event space includes access to state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment including high speed internet, projector, screens, Smart TV and sound system to keep your presentations crisp and engaging. We also offer a podium, stanchions and cocktail tables to enhance the look and feel of your event. Be sure to view our rental packages to choose the one that will best accommodate your event type.

When It Comes to Food & Drink, You Have Options

Essential Venue has an open catering policy allowing you to bring in the food-type that will best serve attendees at your event. From appetizers and grazing tables to a full sit-down meal, we offer a kitchenette with refrigeration, prep space and chaffing dishes to help with service details. Be sure to inquire about our customizable mobile bar cart options and how many bartenders you will need for your event. If you’re looking for local restaurants for catering options, we’re happy to suggest our favorites, like our neighbor at 1818 Chophouse, but can also recommend those that are local favorites or can provide options to meet dietary needs.

Make an Unforgettable First Impression

The décor of your event will set the tone for your entire evening. Talk with our party planners about linens, lighting, table style and decorations we have available for use or to help you create the perfect ambiance for your corporate event. The space is a blank canvas, giving you the freedom to go as casual or as formal as you’d like. Moreover, bring in or create your background and use our digital photo booth to capture the spirit of your event for team keepsakes, networking websites or corporate newsletters.

Corporate Event Space Pricing that Won’t Break the Budget

In today’s busy and hybrid working world, we understand the importance of putting on a great event. Essential Venue offers competitive pricing packages that provide exceptional value for your budget. Contact us now to learn more about which of our packages fits your needs best.

Don't settle for just any corporate event space when you can choose excellence at Essential Venue in Southern Illinois. We’ve created a venue with the perfect blend of intimacy, innovation, and efficiency for your next corporate gathering or networking event. It’s time to elevate your event experience and leave a lasting impression.

Book with us today and make your event one to remember!