Non-Profit and Gala Venue
near atlanta

Award galas, fundraisers, ministry banquets, and donor dinners. In-house kitchen, staging and sound for the program, and quotes built around the number you have to hit.

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Why Non-Profits Book Here

Every Dollar Has a Job

We host over 150 non-profit and gala events yearly. Riverside EpiCenter is a 113,000 square foot event venue in Mableton, minutes from Atlanta, and our team knows the pace, the stakes, and the budgets that mission-driven organizations work against.

Catering, service staff, audio visual, and setup all come from our own team, which puts fewer vendor markups between your budget and the room. Tell us the number you have to hit and we shape the service style and the menu around it, rather than sending back a proposal you cannot use.

Staging, podium, house sound, and screens are in the room for the program, the honorees, and the appeal, with atrium space at the entrance for registration and silent auction tables. Every room, setup, and starting rate is listed on our event spaces.

  • Award Galas
  • Fundraisers
  • Church & Ministry Banquets
  • Donor Dinners
  • Community Events
  • Sponsor Receptions
  • Volunteer Appreciation
All Under One Roof

Everything In-House

Catering, setup, and coordination are handled by our own team. Nothing to source, nothing to coordinate between vendors who have never worked together.

Quotes Built to Your Budget
Tell us the number you have to hit and we shape service style and menu around it, rather than sending a proposal you cannot use.
On-Site Kitchen
Plated service, stations, and buffets prepared on site by our own culinary team.
Program Staging and Sound
Riser, podium, house sound, and screens for the appeal, the honorees, and the video.
Registration and Check-In
Atrium space at the entrance for registration, silent auction tables, and the welcome reception.
Room Setup and Reset
Rounds, theater, or reception configurations set by our floor team and reset between segments.
Free Parking
On-site surface parking for your full guest count, with EV charging in the main lot.
Where It Happens

Rooms That Fit Your Mission

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Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
Banquet 240 · Starting at $1,950

Chandeliers, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a retractable wall that divides the room into the Nile and Jordan ballrooms when you want something smaller.

BanquetReceptionTheater
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Co-Motion
Co-Motion
Reception 80 · Starting at $200/hour

A flexible 1,702-square-foot studio for birthdays, reunions, and networking, with A/V and décor on hand. Bookable by the hour.

ReceptionSocial
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Lower Conference Atrium
Lower Conference Atrium

Ground-level atrium space beside the conference rooms, ideal for registration, welcome receptions, and exhibit tables.

ReceptionPre-Function
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Pricing

How Non-Profit Pricing Works

Room rates start where the space cards above show. Everything beyond the room is quoted to your event, so send us your date, your room, and a rough guest count and our events team comes back with a full quote within one business day.

Date and Day of Week
Fridays, Sundays, and weekdays carry lower demand than Saturdays, with the widest gap outside peak season.
Guest Count and Menu
Food and service scale per person, so headcount and service style move the total more than the room does.
What You Add
Bar service, audio visual, staging, reserved lane time, and extended setup windows each shape the final number.
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Galas and Banquets at EpiCenter

Award dinners, fundraisers, and ministry banquets hosted here. Real events only, no stock.

The Process

From Date Hold to Program Night

01. Inquire and Tour
Send your date and a rough guest count. We confirm what is open and walk you through the rooms in person or on video.
02. Proposal and Hold
You get a written proposal covering room, hours, catering, and anything you add. A signed agreement and deposit lock the date.
03. Planning and Event Day
Menu, floor plan, and timeline are set in the weeks ahead. On the day, our team runs the building so you do not have to.
Questions

Non-Profit Event FAQ

How do I book an event?
  1. Complete the Event Request Form.
  2. Receive a proposal within 24–48 business hours.
  3. Review and electronically acknowledge your proposal.
  4. Receive your event contract.
  5. Sign the contract and submit the required booking payment to officially reserve your date.
Can I bring my own food or caterer?

No. Outside catering is generally prohibited. All food and beverage services must be provided through Riverside EpiCenter unless an exception has been approved in advance.

Can alcohol be served?

Yes. Alcohol service requires:

  • Food service
  • Riverside EpiCenter's licensed bartenders
  • Required security personnel
  • Prior approval

Additional fees may apply.

Can I hire my own DJ or AV company?

You may hire your own DJ or entertainment. However, outside AV equipment is limited to the DJ's standard equipment, including:

  • Speakers
  • Mixer
  • Controller or console
  • Laptop
  • Microphones

Outside AV companies and additional outside AV equipment are not permitted. All Riverside EpiCenter Audio/Visual equipment must be operated exclusively by Riverside EpiCenter technicians.

Do you offer nonprofit discounts?

Yes. Qualified nonprofit organizations receive 10% off the room rental. A current 501(c)(3) determination letter must be submitted during the booking process.

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Next Step

Is Your Date Open?

Send us the date and a rough guest count. You will hear back from our events team within one business day with availability and a starting quote.

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Booking a corporate or family banquet instead? See our banquet hall. For anything else, start at our event venue overview.