Severance Music Center

Severance Music Center is a landmark event venue in Cleveland’s University Circle, offering an impressive setting for weddings, corporate occasions, private celebrations, performances, receptions and formal gatherings. Best known as the home of The Cleveland Orchestra, the venue combines exceptional acoustics, historic architecture and a range of adaptable spaces for organisers seeking something distinctive.

The largest option is the Mandel Concert Hall, which seats up to 2,000 guests and is suited to concerts, recitals, lectures, graduations, award ceremonies and large-scale presentations. For more intimate occasions, Reinberger Chamber Hall accommodates up to 400 guests and provides an atmospheric backdrop for smaller performances, talks and special events.

The Bogomolny-Kozerefski Grand Foyer offers a particularly memorable setting for weddings, drinks receptions, corporate meetings, dinners, parties and galas. With its Egyptian Revival detailing, marble columns and dramatic interior character, it brings a strong sense of occasion to both daytime and evening events. Additional suites and rooms are available for smaller meetings, private receptions and dining arrangements, with capacities of up to 100 guests standing or 85 seated.

The venue’s events team supports organisers planning meetings, conferences, weddings, galas, performances and private functions. Its historic interiors, professional event environment and central Cleveland location make it suitable for occasions where atmosphere, presentation and cultural heritage matter. Whether hosting a large audience in the concert hall or an elegant reception in the Grand Foyer, Severance Music Center provides a versatile and memorable event setting.