Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Historic Riverside Wedding Venue
Loft 84 Wedding & Event Venue stands as a testament to timeless elegance and historical significance, offering a unique venue for life's most memorable occasions. Since our doors first opened in 1928 as the Aurea Vista Hotel, we have witnessed and adapted to decades of cultural evolutionfrom serving as a WWII intelligence hub to nurturing Riverside Ballet Arts in the 1970s. Our 2014 restoration by visionary partners Shelby Worthington and Cindy Alden revived our original grandeur while integrating modern amenities. Our dedicated team combines decades of collective experience in event management with personalized service, ensuring every detail aligns with your vision. We specialize in creating immersive experiences where historic architecturefrom our penny-topped bar to the G. Stanley Wilson Roombecomes part of your celebration's narrative. With full-service coordination, customizable dcor, and partnerships with premier vendors, we transform weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings into seamless, unforgettable affairs.Our venue's adaptability accommodates intimate ceremonies to grand receptions for up to 200 guests, complemented by specialized spaces like the bridal penthouse suite and groom's lounge. Recognized as Riverside's most character-rich venue, we maintain rigorous standards of preservation while providing contemporary comforts like climate-controlled spaces and modern AV capabilities. Our commitment to excellence extends to practical considerations, including complimentary parking solutions and partnerships with sister venues for diverse celebration options. As stewards of this historical landmark, we take pride in helping clients create new memories within walls that have witnessed nearly a century of celebrations.
Services
Wedding Venues
Corporate Events
Private Parties
Event Coordination
Venue Rentals
Furniture Rentals
Parking Services
Historical Tours
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We offer expert event coordination for seamless celebrations
- Our venue preserves original 1928 architectural details
- We provide customizable spaces for events up to 200 guests
- Our team maintains historical integrity with modern amenities
- We offer exclusive access to bridal and groom preparation suites
Associations and certifications
- City Historical Landmark No. 84
What people say
Breathtaking architecture
Best service staff
Most character
Unforgettable celebrations
Perfect setting
Services
Wedding Venues
Our historic venue offers customizable wedding spaces accommodating 50-200 guests. The Citrus Ballroom features beamed ceilings, chandeliers, and rooftop access for ceremonies and receptions. The bridal penthouse suite provides private preparation space with champagne service, while the groom's lounge offers a dedicated area for pre-event preparations.
Corporate Events
Sophisticated spaces for professional events include the G. Stanley Wilson Room for meetings and luncheons. Our venue accommodates networking events, award ceremonies, and business conferences with modern AV capabilities and catering services. The mezzanine level provides additional space for cocktail hours and networking.
Event Coordination
Full-service event coordination includes layout design, vendor management, and timeline execution. Our experienced planners handle dcor customization, catering arrangements, and logistical coordination. We provide day-of management to ensure smooth event transitions and stress-free celebrations for all clients.
Venue Rentals
Flexible rental options include the complete Citrus Ballroom package with balcony access or partial space bookings. Rentals include use of antique furniture, chivari chairs, and specialized rooms like the Darci Kistler Mezzanine. Clients receive parking validation for guest convenience during events.
Historical Tours
Guided tours showcase our architectural heritage including G. Stanley Wilson's original design elements. Virtual and in-person tours explore the building's 1928 origins through its WWII service to modern restoration. Tour packages include access to special features like the penny-topped bar and historical exhibits.
People
Shelby Worthington
Venue Partner
Co-restored Loft 84 Wedding & Event Venue's historic space in 2014, preserving architectural integrity while modernizing event capabilities. Brings decades of hospitality industry experience to venue management and client relations.
Cindy Alden
Venue Partner
Jointly revitalized the historical landmark with Shelby Worthington, focusing on creating versatile event spaces that maintain the building's original character and charm.
Colleen
Wedding Coordinator
Experienced event specialist receiving client acclaim for meticulous planning and stress-free execution of wedding ceremonies and receptions at Loft 84 Wedding & Event Venue.
Questions
What types of events can I host at Loft .84?
We accommodate weddings, corporate events, quinceañeras, private parties, and special celebrations with customizable spaces for 50-200 guests.
Is Loft .84 a historical landmark?
Yes, we're officially designated as City Historical Landmark No. 84, featuring original 1928 architectural elements like our penny-topped bar.
What's included with venue rental?
Rentals include antique furniture, chivari chairs, specialized rooms, and parking validation. Full-service coordination and catering options available.
Do you offer event planning services?
Yes, our expert coordinators provide full-service planning including layout design, vendor management, and day-of execution support.
What parking options exist for guests?
Complimentary parking available in our downtown structure after 5 PM weekdays and all day weekends with validation.
