The Melody Event Center

An "Event Center" with Zero parking. That sounds like a great idea. All you have to do is drive around for 10 mins searching for a spot and then walk 4 blocks in the rain. If I never come back, that will be too soon. They responded that the person at the front door had info for parking. How do you get to the door without a place to park ???Seriously. Why do I need to explain this? ZERO SIGNS FOR PARKING. I probably drove by that person at the front door three times. Since I can't read minds I didn't get anything to help me park.

We had the best time here for our Wedding! We worked closely with Anna Sass, who is remarkably down to earth and extremely responsive! We could not have asked for a better team to work with, or a more beautiful venue! It really required minimal wedding decor because the space speaks for itself. They do in-house catering as well, with a lot of variety to choose from! Even as a picky eater, I found something I was excited to feast on! We loved it all, and we are so glad that this space will be in our memories and beautiful wedding pictures for years to come! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend!

We had the best event at The Melody! Working with Anna and her team made event planning a breeze, their expertise really made a difference in ensuring our event looked professional and everyone had a great time. After organizing a series of candidate forums across Portland, this was one of our favorite venues and it was so gorgeous too! We're hoping to come back for the next big event we have, and take advantage of the ballroom more. For any nonprofits or groups that regularly struggle with finding venues, check out The Melody!

Went for a retirement Party. I believe they catered the event (except for the cakes) Lots of space. PA system loud enough. Food tasty -- although I might have salad to start at the the table (waitstaff served food -- they wore masks) and there was rice and the gravy was on the meat which was positioned BEFORE the rice so the order of the food really did not make sense. But the area for the party was good enough size with plenty walking around room

The staff were so incredibly helpful and sweet. We attended a cocktail party following a wedding and were just blown away by the level of professionalism and by the beautiful esthetic of the room we booked. I believe it was the Portlandia room, like the TV show.

Had a milestone birthday here and it was beyond my expectations! The staff were amazing and the food got compliments from everyone, even a couple of chef friends. Absolutely recommend this gorgeous venue

Good location. Easy to find. Street or lot parking for a fee. I attended the 40th annual PNSQC held here. 4 meeting rooms and a large main area with stage for events. Well kept older building. Has the old time look and feel with a grand stairs entry-way, spacious meeting rooms with tall ceilings, lots of large windows and HAC. Restrooms on each floor. A kitchen and a little bar. There are stairs or an elevator for accessing the different floors. Good place to hold an event. Check it out.

This place is trash, avoid it at all costs 🤮food, vibe, parking was trash.

We held a charity benefit at the Melody, and it was a very good venue for a large event. Two auxiliary spaces were good for the silent auction and volunteer staging areas. The main ballroom was also pretty nice. I have hosted and attended many dozens of large charity events, and the space was fine. However, the in-house catering was the worst I have seen. Food quality and quantity were very poor. The salad was anemic, and the dinner was served lukewarm to cold. Portions were miniscule, and no vegetarian option was offered. I wouldn't mind doing an event here again, but I would not use their in-house catering.

If I could give this place 0 stars I would. We had a wedding here. The staff helping that night was so rude. When we asked for them to bring out food/soda out again they would just roll their eyes and say "I know" then take a long time to bring it out. The food had no flavor at all. The only good thing about this venue is how pretty it looks. Mi gente no reccomendo este lugar para sus fiestas.

Alan was friendly and showed us the whole venue. He had patience to answer all our questions. We are looking forward to our event at this venue

Even in the midst of remodeling this grand spot stuns! I was lucky enough to attend another event here and reminded of its beauty and great location. I never fear finding parking either - some of the streets are a bit sketchy looking but you can always find a spot within a four block range which is pretty amazing considering they will be hosting over 700 people during an event.

Came here several weeks ago while looking for a wedding venue. First off, parking isn't the greatest. With the number of guests I planned on inviting to my wedding, I knew that guests would probably complain about the street parking. The area is also a tad bit sketchy. We weren't greeted when we arrived but to be fair, we didn't set up an appointment or anything, just wanted to peak in and see the venue. So if you want a tour or would like to talk to someone who works here, I suggest emailing or calling first. The ballroom was gorgeous! I loved the lighting, I loved the chandeliers, I loved the hardwood floors.

I attended an event on Nov 5th. You have done an amazing job of restoring this beautiful place. Thank you for not caving in to the bullying.

Ten years ago Hubby and I got married in the Melody Ballroom. We looked ALL OVER the Portland area for the right venue. You would not believe the weird rules and strange charges many wedding venues have, ridiculous! Or the lady with the beautiful garden out west with an awesome view, who said no alcohol.PERIOD. WTF? The woman who runs the Melody is a caterer and she was very reasonable and straightforward. We liked that. We had two hundred plus guests, we got married in the upper ballroom on a Saturday night, and we brought in a dj. We got our cake from Jaciva's, our flowers from Linda Loving, and we let the ballroom lady do the rest. ( our photographer was gong through menopause and had a psychotic break during our wedding but that's another story). Most of our guests stayed at a hotel near the LLoyd center.The Melody was conveniently located for our out of town guests. It worked.( the parking was a little rough but they explain to you where you can park and have arrangements with other buildings nearby for events). Mostly the wedding went just fine. There was a wedding downstairs at the same time as ours, which made for a little less attention from the staff, maybe ( things like they forgot to get someone to put the fresh flowers on my cake, or come cut it, etc. but that's what all those aunts are for!) but nothing bad.We did our service with chairs lined up on two sides ( just like a church, sorta) and then staff from the ballroom rearranged everything while people milled around with beverages waiting for the buffet. The food was really really good, they did lots of hot and cold appetizers and finger foods, fresh fruit, little pastries, yummy things... and open beer and wine. Microbrew on tap! Champagne with the cake. Everyone said it was the best wedding food they'd ever had.And the dance floor was awesome.I just looked at their website, it costs $2800 for the room rental. My dad paid $2000 ten years ago. That's not bad at all, really.( That price includes a lot of things like the servers and the set up and the linens and some flowers and candles,etc, and a picnic lunch for the bride and groom for later, and etc. etc.I can't remember it all any more ) The food charges were reasonable I thought. And they bought back the wine that didn't get drunk. People didn't drink a lot of wine, as it turns out, more microbrew. Now, it's been ten years, so anything could have happened, but the room itself is still very romantic and beautiful.( we stuck our heads in not too long ago with our kid, to show her where her parents tied the knot) We took ballroom dance classes before our wedding ( I almost killed him during the lessons but decided I didn't want to be a widow that way) and it was really special to do our big waltz in that beautiful room. I won't ever forget it. I didn't even step on his feet!

I am a fan of the Melody Ballroom basically because it is the home of the membership meetings for the Cascade Blues Assn. Positives: 1 - a large venue with comfortable table seating, 2 - a large dance floor 3 - a full bar with friendly bartenders. Drawbacks: 1 - The only food they serve is nachos. C'mon... it can't be that difficult to serve other options! 2 -The sound system - this place is known for its music venues - ya think they'd be able to invest in a sound system that is effective. 3 - Parking: it can be challenging to find parking in this neighborhood so I suggest if you are going to attend a popular event - get there early enough to cruise the neighboring streets.

What a great place for the perfect party. The big party. Whether it's a room full of Pirates, or one of masqueraders, the Melody has something for everyone. I've been to 3 events at this place now and they've all been pretty awesome. The only thing I don't like about it is the entrance. Straight ahead and up the stairs which can leave a line of people outside in the cold while waiting to get in. There are 2 levels here, allowing for different things to occur at the same party. Music and dancing upstairs, dinner and a show down. It's pretty perfect actually. The staff is great, making sure that everything is ready for the onslaught. Right out of the gate they are on their game. There are lots of venues in the area for large parties but I think the Melody is one of the biggest. I'm not exactly sure about that but the other ballrooms I've been to aren't quite as big as this one. If you're planning a big soiree, I think this is the place for it. They'll take care of everything.

Nice old place in the old eastside industrial district. Seems to be maintained well and large ceilings make it a pretty festive place that one wouldn't know was there unless you walk in and see for yourself. Went to friend's work function so I got a lay of the place for the evening. All in all pretty nice. Not a 5 star place though because there's basically just one big room and that's it. Feels like a ballroom should have some more of an assortment. Maybe they were hidden and I couldn't see? Not sure. Anyway, definitely would return!

I attended a event at the Melody Event Center on November 5, 2019 and it was not a white supremacist, white nationalist, Nazi or a far right militia event. It was for people that love this country but do not agree with the leftist ideology. The venue is beautiful, the staff were friendly and the food was amazing. I appreciate that we were able to hold our event at this beautiful venue.

Thank you for hosting our event. Even though i was there to see some speakers i could tell it was a beautiful place for sit down events as well. We had a wonderful evening!!

We went to Melody Ballroom for some ping pong action after our nephew was rejected at Pips and Bounce even during under age hours. Melody was a fun atmosphere with some pro ping pong players. Little kids were even pros. It was great to watch and play. The service was so friendly...finally...just the way I heard Portland people to be. Was kind of losing hope in that rumor but Melody helped bring it back. Portland people can be friendly. We had a blast playing ping pong! Thanks Melody Ballroom! Leaving Portland today with some ping pong memories!

After years of booking this location for same event, we sadly have been bumped. Melody Ballroom double booked the evening we committed to and decided to give preference to an affluent NE elementary school auction over our small non-profit that serves the local houseless community. All considering booking at this location should be aware of both the Ballrooms values and business practices.

The only times I've ever been to the Melody are the annual Vampire's Masquerade Ball hosted by Lady Raven. Every year the venue outdoes itself with decor, lighting, performances, and bar selections. The ballroom lends itself perfectly to a night of dark romance with big columns, high ceilings, and just enough space to make the masses comfortable. I would love to recreate the looks I have seen for the Masquerade ball for a wedding. Haven't been disappointed yet, and you better believe I'll be back next year, and the year after!

Beautiful Venue & building provided great service highly recommend just a short drive away to downtown Portland.

The basement area reaked off pot. On the upside, a very handsome police officer came in to inspect the place. Meow.

The Melody has been completely redone in the last two years. We held an event in The Keep, and it was absolutely perfect. The bar area was great for people to congregate and socialize. The adjacent meeting area made it easy for people to gather for presentations. The staff and service were first rate and the food was beyond expectations. Clearly a well run and managed operation with customer-focused people.

Just visited the Melody Ballroom for their Boogie Nights Halloween Party. The party was super fun and the Melody Ballroom offered the awesome spooky haunted hotel feel that made it all just right. Spacious ballroom and then basement rooms for more dancing, a second bar, and a photo booth. It was fun running around and exploring the space. Only downside? The drinks were super weak. I had a cocktail for $7 that I'm pretty sure was koolaid blended with ice. I think they forgot the alcohol... I know it's telling of most venue spots that the drinks aren't going to be good. I guess, I'll save that 5 star review for when I find one that can get it all right.

The first time I came to the Melody ballroom was for my High School prom. Expectations were high, but not necessarily for the venue. I wanted to slow dance to Backstreet Boys with a certain someone that wasn't necessarily the girl I went with. Let's just say that prom expectations are never met and just leave it at that. Although I didn't drive up to the Melody blasting the Star Wars theme song like that fateful night so many years ago, I did roll up in a swaggy costume. The kids say swaggy at their proms these days, I'm hip with the slang. The Boogie Nights Halloween Party (2012 edition) was a rip-roarin' good time, made especially tubular by the best 80s cover band in Portland, Radical Revolution. I realize that I'm critiquing the space, so I won't get stuck in a dance-tangent here. Drinks were good, they were served lickety-split, and the food looked good too, although I didn't try any. Nice classy venue that has a great janitorial staff. I mean, what more do you need from a ballroom really? I'll leave you with this chunk of advice: If you come for a dance party (prom, halloween, mitzvah, what have you) wear your dancing shoes. If you come for a work soiree, there's a great room downstairs to grab a drink and disappear to. Make your own dance party. And dance like your boss isn't watching.

The melody ballroom was an amazing space to have a reception. We couldn't have asked for a better outcome. It went so well, and we didn't have anything go wrong! Dinner was talked about for days/weeks after, and Kevin was so amazing! He kept in contact with us a lot, and he made sure our big day was perfect! We were in the lower ballroom. Beautiful, funky, fun, and all around great! Wouldn't have done it any other way. :)

Used this venue for a company training day in the Portlandia room. I have to say breakfast and lunch were amazing. Staff did a great job. Thank you!

I've attended the Vampire ball here for several years now and the staff is always very helpful and friendly. The Bar staff are the best! Thanks for a great night! Roadie =)

I was just here for 2012's Vampire Masquerade Ball and this was a beautiful venue for the event! The design, the architecture, everything was fantastic. Things were laid out well both upstairs and downstairs so that people could dance, mingle and talk without blocking up traffic - a good thing when there's many, many women there in full hoop skirts! Even the lines for food and drinks were laid out so as not to block things up or keep people waiting forever. The staff was friendly and prompt at keeping things moving and cleaned up as well. Overall, a very enjoyable experience!

Had our company Christmas party here in the lower ballroom. Excellent service and food selection/quality. Staff was extremely helpful and friendly through out the whole planning process and the event itself. Only downside is the lack of parking, with another event taking place upstairs and other things happening in the neighborhood some attending were made to drive around for a while to find somewhere to park. Otherwise was an excellent time.

We had the joy of hosting our wedding (ceremony and reception) at The Melody Ballroom. The space is of course beautiful and we've received many compliments about the food and drink. We chose family-style service and were able to easily accommodate the many diet restrictions of our 180 guests. The staff at the Ballroom are fantastic and set this apart from other Portland ballrooms. Kathleen, the owner, welcomed us as family the first time we met and had so many wonderful suggestions based on our interests. We were impressed that she remembered past couples by name and could recall details of their weddings. Kevin, the event coordinator, was really fun to work with and had great communication. His passion for excellent service is apparent and translates to the rest of the staff as well. We 100% recommend The Melody Ballroom for weddings or any other events, it's a lovely family-run gem.

HANDS DOWN THE BEST EXPERIENCE WE EVER HAD! We were first introduced to Erin as the wedding coordinator back in Spring 2014 & really enjoyed her company and professionalism. We had a long 15-month engagement and was later introduced to Kevin who took over for Erin a few months into the planning process. We were actually quite nervous about this hand-off, but it was surprisingly seamless & painless. Kevin is a very kind & professional individual. His attention to detail is remarkable and he is very prompt & responsive to any and all questions you have, big or small. We thought we would run circles around the venue coordinator with our nit-picky details, but in all honesty, he was so on-top of things & kept us in line & on time: sketch of the ballroom to scale with table numbers, aisle runners, seating arrangement, dim lighting preferences, exact timing of all events/announcements, suggestions/recommendations for food & beverage pairing & selection, invitation(s) to seasonal food tastings, etc. We never thought wedding planning would be so much fun & painless. It was a beautiful day and there were absolutely no surprises day-of. The venue was flexible in a number of areas and gave us more time if we needed the night of since people wanted to party later than we expected, allowed us to pick up our extra décor & items later in the week rather than deal with the headache to transport everything that night, gave us early morning access to get ready & set-up... it was a fantastic experience and if I had to recommend a wedding venue to anyone, it would be the Melody Ballroom, no questions. Thank you for a wonderful experience and we were blessed to do business with such an honest & professional venue!