As a local kid that grew up attending shows at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, (I also went to high school next door, and walked across the Main Stage for graduation) I have countless memories intertwined with this West Palm Beach landmark. So when I learned that there is an EXCLUSIVE opportunity to host your wedding on the Main Stage at Kravis Center, my theater loving heart leapt!
This exquisite venue is no longer just the home to world-class performances; for Summer 2024 it can also play host to your dream Palm Beach wedding. With a variety of options, the Kravis Center is the kind of venue where your wildest dreams can come to life.
Thank you so much to MIPB Family Member Kravis Events by Lessings for sponsoring this article and all the incredible Palm Beach wedding vendors that helped make these weddings come to life. Click Here to See Full Vendor lists.
All About Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
The Kravis Center is a not-for-profit performing arts center located in West Palm Beach. The Center’s mission is to enhance the quality of life in Palm Beach County by presenting a diverse schedule of national and international artists and companies of the highest quality, by offering comprehensive arts education programs; by providing a Palm Beach County home for local and regional arts organizations to showcase their work; and by providing an economic catalyst and community leadership in West Palm Beach, supporting efforts to increase travel and tourism to Palm Beach County.
With a full slate of events during the season, couples can say “I Do” in the classic Cohen Pavilion. However, exclusively for Summer of 2024, your wedding can take place in Dreyfoos Hall and the Lobby thanks to Kravis Events by Lessings. They will help create breathtaking weddings and events that your guests won’t soon forget.
Dreyfoos Hall at Kravis Events by Lessings – Quick Facts
- Reception Capacities: 300 for Lobby and 150 for Main Stage
- Location: 701 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- Unique venue with a clean and modern look that accentuates with any color scheme
- Host your ceremony on the Main Stage of Dreyfoos Hall for a truly memorable wedding
- The 3 story tall, floor to ceiling windows of the Lobby flood the space with stunning natural light for astonishing photos
Included in Rental
- Choice of wedding ceremony and reception locations
- Use of professional lighting when on the Main Stage of Dreyfoos Hall
- Table and chairs for up to 300 guests
- 1 Hour Ceremony, 1 Hour Cocktail Hour, and 4 Hour Reception
- On-site parking in the attached garage
Main Stage – Ceremony
If you have ever dreamed of standing under the spotlight, the Main Stage of Dreyfoos Hall is the perfect space for your ceremony. Guests sit in the orchestra while the ceremony is set in front of the curtain. Work with the professional lighting crew of the Kravis Center to create the perfect mood and ambiance for your Palm Beach wedding. They can coordinate the lights to complement any color palette.
Grand Staircase – Ceremony
The Grand Staircase in the Lobby of Dreyfoos Hall is an incredible option for your Palm Beach wedding ceremony if you are looking for a breathtaking ceremony filled with natural light. Guests won’t need to crane their necks to see your nuptials when sitting on the 1st balcony that is eye level with the grand staircase landing. Guests will also get a birds eye view of the reception tables below. Such a unique and different way to experience the wedding decor.
Lobby – Cocktail Hour
Sitting behind the Grand Staircase is the Lobby cocktail hour space, which allows for an easy transition for guests coming the wedding ceremony on either the Main Stage or Grand Staircase. This space has access to the outside patio for outdoor seating options (if weather permits), boasts a dedicated bar, and plenty of space for all your guests.
Another incredible cocktail hour option are the various balconies. Overlooking the reception and offering an easy transition from either the Main Stage or Grand Staircase ceremony options, this beautiful option gives guests a birds eye view of what to expect for the reception. We especially love that each of the tiers have their own dedicated bar areas.
Main Stage – Reception
If you are looking for a “wow” factor, invite your guests back into Dreyfoos Hall after cocktail hour to watch the curtain rise on your wedding reception on the Main Stage. This dramatic reveal is sure to impress! Let the professional lighting crew work in tandem with your wedding planner to make the most of your wedding design. Dance the night away on the same stage that has hosted world-renowned artists. It will be a night to remember.
Lobby – Reception
The impeccable Lobby of Dreyfoos Hall is an incredible location for your reception. With 3 story glass windows, the space is flooded with natural light that transitions to the twinkling West Palm Beach landscape as the sun goes down.
With various levels of balconies within the lobby, you can really host a wedding reception of any size – from intimate to large. Work with the incredible team at Kravis Events by Lessings to create the perfect layout for your guest count.
Catering and Drink
Kravis Events by Lessings is the exclusive in-house caterer at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Work with them to create a menu that will delight your guests. Your catering menu selections also include a delicious custom wedding cake provided by their preferred cake vendor.
Location, Parking, and Room Blocks
The Kravis Center is located in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach. Steps away from The Square, Clematis Street, and the Intracoastal. An on-site parking garage with plenty of space is available for guests that are driving (valet can be arranged for an additional cost).
Being in downtown, your out-of-town guests will have their pick of accommodations. We especially love the Canopy Downtown West Palm Beach for its boutique feel and proximity to the Kravis Center.
Great Palm Beach Wedding Vendors
We are very happy to have Kravis Events by Lessings as part of the Palm Beach Wedding Venue scene. We also love that all the vendors used in featured photo shoot are local to the Palm Beaches. Make sure to check them out for your wedding:
Main Stage Wedding
- Venue: Kravis Events by Lessings *MIPB Family Member
- Planner and Reception Designer: Stephanie Nicole Events *MIPB Family Member
- Photographer: Nine One Four Photo + Film *MIPB Family Member
- Tablescape, Hitops, and Hitop Linens: Different Look Rentals *MIPB Family Member
- Linens, Napkins, and Chairs: Atlas Event Rentals *MIPB Family Member
- Getaway Car: Something Blue 1968 Corvette Stingray Rental *MIPB Family Member
- Bridesmaid Hair and Makeup: Beautiful Brides Hair and Makeup *MIPB Family Member
- Planner and Designer: Big Guava Events
- Ceremony Design, Floral and Decor: NJP Events and Design
- Garland Decor: Garlands by Kirti
- Marquee Letters: Sunshine Glow Co
- King’s Table: Events on the Loose
- Bride Hair and Makeup: Glam by Mevi
- Printed Materials: The Printed Jewel
Lobby Wedding – Blush and Gold Theme
- Venue: Kravis Events by Lessings *MIPB Family Member
- Planner and Designer: Stephanie Nicole Events *MIPB Family Member
- Photographer: Kristina Karina Photography *MIPB Family Member
- Ceremony Floral: Orange Blossoms Florals and Event Stylings *MIPB Family Member
- Tablescape: Different Look Rentals *MIPB Family Member
- Linens and Chairs: Atlas Event Rentals *MIPB Family Member
- DJ and Photobooth: Good as Gold Events *MIPB Family Member
- Getaway Car: Something Blue 1968 Corvette Stingray Rental *MIPB Family Member
- Bridal Attire and Accessories: Bacio Bacio Bridal *MIPB Family Member
- Groom Attire: Tux Shop Palm Beach *MIPB Family Member
- Hair and Makeup: Beautiful Brides Hair and Makeup *MIPB Family Member
- Reception Floral and Bridal Bouquet: Southern Florals Company
- Dessert Display and Dessert Favors: Simply Food to Go
- Table and Hitops: Events on the Loose
- Additional Linens and Napkins: BBJ Linens
- Printed Materials: The Printed Jewel
- Resin Pieces: Crystal Seas Art
Lobby Wedding – Tuscan Theme
- Venue: Kravis Events by Lessings *MIPB Family Member
- Planner and Designer: Stephanie Nicole Events *MIPB Family Member
- Photographer: Nine One Four Photo + Film *MIPB Family Member
- Reception Floral: Orange Blossoms Florals and Event Stylings *MIPB Family Member
- Tablescape: Different Look Rentals *MIPB Family Member
- DJ and Photobooth: Good as Gold Events *MIPB Family Member
- Getaway Car: Something Blue 1968 Corvette Stingray Rental *MIPB Family Member
- Bridal Attire and Accessories: Bacio Bacio Bridal*MIPB Family Member
- Groom Attire: Tux Shop Palm Beach *MIPB Family Member
- Hair and Makeup: Beautiful Brides Hair and Makeup *MIPB Family Member
- Table, Chairs, and Hitops: Events on the Loose
- Linens and Napkins: BBJ Linens
- Printed Materials: The Printed Jewel
- Resin Pieces: Crystal Seas Art
To learn more about Kravis Events by Lessings and their EXCLUSIVE summer 2024 offerings, check out their website at www.kraviscenterevents.com. They are currently running a promotion for booking Dreyfoos Hall with wedding packages starting at $115++ per person plus rental fees. It’s an incredible deal if you ask me, so contact them today before they sell out.
