The food was absolutely phenomenal, all of our guests were ranting and raving. The service we received from the staff was extraordinary – They went above and beyond what we expected! Thanks for making our day so perfect!
ABOUT US
About Avalon Events Center
Premier event center in Fargo-Moorhead since 1998
Avalon Event Center is one of Fargo’s most trusted venues for weddings, corporate events, galas, and private celebrations. With many years of experience, our team has built a reputation for dependable service and warm hospitality. The venue offers more than 40,000 square feet of flexible event space and five distinct ballrooms that support groups from small gatherings to events of up to 300 guests.
30+
Years of Operations
Avalon has been serving the region for more than 30 years.
55K+
Square Feet of Space
Our venue offers 40,000 square feet of flexible event space.
20 - 1000
Seating Capacity
We can comfortably accommodate events with up to 300 guests.
Why choose us
Enjoy the moment, we handle the rest.
Avalon Event Center is designed to make every event feel effortless and memorable. Our team brings years of experience and a genuine dedication to hospitality, which helps create a smooth and enjoyable planning process. With five flexible ballrooms, customizable layouts, and a full culinary team on site, you have the freedom to shape your event exactly the way you imagine it.
Full-Service Catering
Our full-service catering team offers customizable menus that fit the style and flavor of any event.
Versatile Spaces
Our versatile spaces can be tailored for weddings, meetings, celebrations, and gatherings of all sizes.
Commitment to Guest Experience
Our commitment to guest experience guides every detail so your event feels seamless and memorable.
Our story
1998 — The Beginning
Avalon began in the historic 90-year-old C. R. Stone Block bank building in downtown Fargo.
The 15,000 square foot space quickly became a premier destination for weddings, corporate events, private parties, intimate concerts, and dinner theater.
2014 to 2018 — Becoming Fargo’s Premier Event Facility
Major Expansion and a New Premier Venue
With all three original function rooms fully booked, the Avalon team began a major expansion that transformed the former Playmaker’s Sports Bar and Concert Hall on Ninth Avenue into a modern events center. A five million dollar renovation completely rebuilt the space and introduced five function rooms with state-of-the-art audio, visual, and digital technology. The newly opened Avalon quickly became Fargo’s premier venue for weddings and corporate events, setting a new standard for event experiences across the region.
Today — Continuing to Evolve
Avalon remains committed to innovation and service.
Plans for future growth include exploring an on-site hotel and the potential expansion of Avalon venues into other cities. The mission stays the same. Create exceptional events and serve the community with care.
About Avalon Events Center
Meet the people behind the events
Ken Harris
CEO
Joe Gudding
General Manager
Kim Hauger
Executive Chef
Leah Halvorson
Wedding Sales Manager
Tanner Guertin
Banquet Manager
Chonda Cooper
Assistant Banquet Manager
Why guests say
Our guests speak for themselves
Amanda R
The Avalon did such an amazing job being the location of our event.
Kelliegh D
The Avalon Events Center was an incredible location to have our wedding and reception.
For the entirety of the day, the staff was working to please us and was always one step ahead of what needed to be happening. The food was incredible that evening and people are still raving about it! Anytime I had a question about the wedding, the staff was prompt to respond to any email or call I made to them. IT FELT LIKE I WAS THEIR TOP PRIORITY! They made any and all requests I had to happen to ensure that all stress and responsibility was alleviated from me on the of the wedding. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this venue! Book it for your wedding! You won’t be disappointed!
Rebecca Holmes
The Avalon over exceeded our expectations.
From Day 1 the staff was very helpful and responsive the entire time. The package and value of everything was by far the best in comparison to every other venue we looked at. The amount and quality of food was exceptional and the organization and communication the day of our wedding couldn’t have gone more smoothly. I received so many compliments about our special day and it was all thanks to the staff at the Avalon. I received so many compliments even about the bartenders and how spectacular they were. I highly recommend this place to host your special day.
Brady Nevels
Absolutely awesome place for a wedding reception.
Everything from the food it to the staff was top-notch. The room we were in was the perfect size for the wedding reception we had. No one complained about anything regarding the venue. The drinks were awesome as well as the food. I like how versatile this places. Anything from birthdays the wedding receptions and just about whatever else you could imagine. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone.
Jocelyn
Even with a little more than 200 guests, our food tasted amazing!
Everyone who worked our wedding from start of planning, to the mixology session, to answering questions and planning out the venue, to lighting candles and setting our dessert table up, to during the wedding and even after the wedding have been phenomenal. We had a plated meal with open seating but everyone still got their food with no delays. Even with a little more than 200 guests, our food tasted amazing! The beef was perfectly cooked and juicy, chicken was tasty (yum that sauce), and even their vegetarian option was to die for (some of my friends have asked for the recipe). We left some stuff at the Avalon on accident and they were nice to hold it for us (even though it’s been 3 weeks). Loved having the Avalon as our wedding venue! I would definitely recommend it to everyone!
Andrew
Nothing short of amazing!
We walked into the Avalon without an appointment and were immediately treated like royalty. From the first meeting working with their wedding coordinator to the end of the wedding, we had nothing short of a perfect experience. The venue and grounds are beautiful for photos, and the rooms are absolutely stunning. Every guest echoed how amazing the food was and we cannot say enough about their amazing staff. Their professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail is really something to be admired. I would like to extend a special thank you to all their staff who really helped to make our wedding day planning so wonderful and dare I say, effortless. Thank you so much for making our dream wedding come true!