What is the total capacity? Seated/Standing? Upstairs/Downstairs?
Our total venue capacity is 625 guests, with room for 455 guests downstairs and 175 upstairs.
Depending on how you're using the space—ceremony, dinner, dancing, or cocktail-style mingling—your ideal capacity may vary. Here’s how it breaks down:
The Parlor is a street-level space available until 9pm on Friday & Saturday (and some holidays). It works beautifully for welcome cocktails or more intimate receptions and comfortably fits 100 guests standing.
The Gallery seats 120 ceremony-style, 70-90 at tables, or hosts 100 guests for a standing cocktail-style event. This room includes the Mirror Room and has great flow between the Lounge and the Parlor.
The Lounge mirrors the Ballroom in size and flexibility, seating up to 200 for a ceremony, or 90-120 at tables. With access to two dressing suites and our house sound system hub, it's a popular choice for receptions and dance floors.
*There is an accordion-style wooden wall that can fully open into the Ballroom, increasing overall capacity.
The Ballroom also seats up to 200 for a ceremony or 90–120 at tables. It’s most often used for seated dinners due to its proximity to the kitchen and connects directly to the Rooftop Deck..
*The Lounge & The Ballroom are often used together, as they can open up into one “great space” where we can accommodate up to 400 guests for a standing reception, or comfortably seat 200 at banquet tables, 160 at rounds, or 300 theater-style for a ceremony.
The Rooftop Deck holds up to 140 for a ceremony or 200 for a cocktail-style gathering. With views of the Seattle skyline, it’s one of our most iconic features—but please note, it’s only available when renting the Ballroom, as there is no street-level access. Stairs are the only way to reach the Deck.
If you’re not sure which rooms to rent or how best to set up your event, we’re happy to walk through layout options during your tour or planning meetings.
What does each space include?
WithinSodo is a flexible, à la carte venue—meaning you rent the specific rooms you need for your event, and you’ll have access only to the spaces included in your rental. On Fridays and Saturdays, we require a three-space minimum rental. Other days of the week are more flexible.
Keep in mind: some rooms are physically connected, while others require additional spaces to be accessible to your guests. For example, the Rooftop is only accessible through the Ballroom.
Here’s what each space includes:
The Rooftop Deck (3000 sq ft)
One of our most iconic spaces, featuring a Seattle skyline view, outdoor gas fireplace, built-in sound system, heat lamps, and partial coverage. It also includes a fully enclosed penthouse bar and single-stall restroom.
*Available only when the Ballroom is rented, as there’s no street-level access.
The Ballroom (1400 sq ft)
A highly configurable space with a full caterer’s kitchen (multiple ovens, sinks, refrigerators, and freezers), built-in bar, small sound system, and restroom. It connects directly to both the Rooftop and Lounge and can be opened into one large space with the Lounge via an accordion wall.
The Lounge (1400 sq ft)
Known for its house sound system hub, a 10x16 screen, and a 640-gallon koi fish tank. It also includes two fully furnished dressing suites and a two-stall restroom. Can be opened up into the Ballroom to create a “great room” or used independently.
The Gallery (1000 sq ft)
Features the Mirror Room, statement lighting, and a small sound system. A favorite for indoor wedding ceremonies and cocktail mingling. It sits between the Lounge and Parlor and must be paired with one of them for guest access.
The Parlor* (1100 sq ft)
Located at street level with its own entrance from 1st Ave S, the Parlor includes a built-in bar, casual cocktail-style seating, two single-stall restrooms, and a small sound system.
*Available until 9pm only on Fridays, Saturdays, and select holidays.
Do the Ballroom & Lounge open up into one larger space?
The Ballroom and Lounge can be opened into one large space using a wooden accordion-style wall. When retracted, the rooms flow seamlessly for larger ceremonies, receptions, or dance parties.
Note: two structural posts remain in place when the wall is open. You can see this setup on our Photos page.
Is my date available?
Shoot us a message through our Contact Form and we’ll be in touch with availability and next steps!
I am in the neighborhood, can I stop by and take a look?
We’d love to meet you in person—but all tours are by appointment only so we can give you our full attention. You can book a tour here or reach out directly to find a time that works!
Can I put a hold on a date?
Yes—we’re happy to offer a soft hold after you schedule your tour(on-site or virtually).
This gives you time to explore your options without the pressure to commit right away. If another client requests your date, we’ll give you a chance to confirm first before releasing the hold.
Do note that your date is not confirmed until we have received your signed contract nd deposit payment!
How much is my deposit?
Your rental deposit is typically split into two parts: half is due at signing, and the remaining balance is due two weeks before your event date.
Because our pricing depends on which rooms you choose, we’ll send a custom link to your contract and invoice after your tour. Once that’s sent, your selected date is automatically placed on a soft hold—which means you’ll have first right of refusal for that date for up to 24 hours after being notified of any other interest.
Bar deposits are handled separately—see Bar & Catering Policies for details.
What about any other paperwork I need to have before I can have my event there?
A Certificate of Insurance (COI) is required for all events. You may purchase a one-day policy (we are happy to provide suggestions) or add to your existing insurance.