Sarasota Municipal Auditorium Sarasota, Florida

An icon in the heart of downtown Sarasota’s cultural district, the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium stands out as a premier event space for formal and corporate events. From elegant galas to business meetings, seminars, tradeshows, and private parties the auditorium offers 10,000 square feet of unobstructed floor space and excellent acoustics.

Key Building Features
Built in 1938 and designed in an amazing Art Deco style by Chicago architects Thomas Reed and Clarence A. Martin, the Municipal Auditorium has been painstakingly remodeled to maintain its iconic charm while providing the infrastructure needed for modern events. The tall ceilings and stunning hardwood floors create an elegant aesthetic while enhancing the quality of acoustics. The facility boasts a 39-foot ceiling, and seating can be planned to accommodate both small groups and large parties.

We offer our hosts and their guests free on-site parking, in-house concessions, and an ATM located within the facility. The auditorium’s location grants easy access to downtown Sarasota’s finest theaters, museums, hotels, and restaurants. To help your event run smoothly, we offer a front breezeway for ticket sales or registration along with a staging area for catering.

Plan Your Event
Our event space offers the versatility of planning your event the way you want, as our clients are free to design the space to suit their specific event needs. With the help of our management team and support staff, you'll enjoy a stress-free planning process that ensures a successful event. Our well-equipped spaces provide the foundation you need for a truly spectacular event. We also offer other facilities that specialize in smaller events.

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801 N Tamiami Trail • Sarasota, FL • 34236

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Venue Details

Capacity (Seated / Cocktail): 1000 /

An icon in the heart of downtown Sarasota’s cultural district, the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium stands out as a premier event space for formal and corporate events. From elegant galas to business meetings, seminars, tradeshows, and private parties the auditorium offers 10,000 square feet of unobstructed floor space and excellent acoustics. Key Building Features Built in 1938 and designed in an amazing Art Deco style by Chicago architects Thomas Reed and Clarence A. Martin, the Municipal Auditorium has been painstakingly remodeled to maintain its iconic charm while providing the infrastructure needed for modern events. The tall ceilings and stunning hardwood floors create an elegant aesthetic while enhancing the quality of acoustics. The facility boasts a 39-foot ceiling, and seating can be planned to accommodate both small groups and large parties. We offer our hosts and their guests free on-site parking, in-house concessions, and an ATM located within the facility. The auditorium’s location grants easy access to downtown Sarasota’s finest theaters, museums, hotels, and restaurants. To help your event run smoothly, we offer a front breezeway for ticket sales or registration along with a staging area for catering. Plan Your Event Our event space offers the versatility of planning your event the way you want, as our clients are free to design the space to suit their specific event needs. With the help of our management team and support staff, you'll enjoy a stress-free planning process that ensures a successful event. Our well-equipped spaces provide the foundation you need for a truly spectacular event. We also offer other facilities that specialize in smaller events. The John Chidsey Bayfront Community Center is a 2,000-square-foot space attached to the west side of the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium. It can accommodate 80 guests for a sit-down dinner or up to 175 with theater-style seating.

Max Number of Simultaneous Events: 1

Outside Catering Permitted (BYO): Yes

Venue Type/Style: Banquet Hall, Ballroom, Conference Hall, Historical Building, Auditorium

On-Site Cuisine Options: Use Your Own Caterer

Pricing

Budget Tier: $$$$$$

Minimim price for 100 guests: $ 850,000

MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM DAILY RATES Catered Event ........................................................ $4,500 .....Any type of event with food service. Non-Catered Event ................................................ $3,050 Multi-day Exhibit Show ......................................... $2,625 .....Reduced rate begins on second show day. Setup/Breakout Day .............................................. $1,985 Electrical Usage/Vendors....................................... $175 Refundable Damage Deposit ................................. $1,000

Venue Features

  • Accept Credit Cards
  • Bridal Room
  • Full Kitchen Access
  • Group Rates
  • Internet Access
  • Onsite Ceremony
  • Open Sunday
  • Outdoor Ceremony
  • Outside Catering Permitted
  • Parking Lot
  • Tables and Chairs
  • WiFi Access