Our Commitment to You
The Legacy Opera House exists to offer a high-end wedding and event venue to Central Illinois. We shall strive everyday to maintain our commitment to excellence.
We’re dedicated to setting a new standard for event management, with exceptional personal service and the meticulous planning required to make each occasion unique and memorable. We will position ourselves to become Central Illinois' premier niche event venue by providing the best possible experience to all customers, at all times, in a captivating setting like no other.
Rates & Package Options:
The Legacy Package $17,950
Includes Weekend Venue Use
The Legacy Opera House
The Cocktail Lounge/Bank Parlor
The Library/Grooms Room
The Courtyard
Courtyard Seating
Bridal Suite
Bridal Party Attendant
2 Bars
2 Bartenders
Tables, Chairs, Linens
Catered Wedding Meal
Catering Coordination
Waitstaff, Bartenders
Plateware, Stemware, Flatware, Chargers
DJ Services for Ceremony & Reception
Sound System/Microphone
3 Event Attendants
Setup & Teardown
100% Cleaning Provided
Bridal Shower Venue Rental
Rehearsal Coordinator
Rehearsal Dinner Location
Engagement Photoshoot Location
2 Nights Onsite Accommodations:
Central Estate *Sleeps 18
Breakfast Fixings for 18
Three Planning Meetings
The Diamond Package $12,750
Includes Weekend Venue Use
The Legacy Opera House
The Cocktail Lounge/Bank Parlor
The Library/Grooms Room
The Courtyard
Courtyard Seating
Bridal Suite
2 Bars
2 Bartenders
Tables, Chairs, Linens
2 Event Attendants
Sound System/Microphone
Setup & Tear Down
100% Cleaning Provided
Rehearsal Dinner Location
Rehearsal Coordinator
2 Nights Onsite Accommodations:
Central Estate *Sleeps 18
Breakfast Fixings for 18
Three Planning Meetings
The Pearl Package $9,950
Includes Weekend Venue Use
The Legacy Opera House
Tables, Chairs, Linens
2 Event Attendants
The Cocktail Lounge/Bank Parlor
Bridal Suite
The Library/Grooms Room
The Courtyard
Courtyard Seating
2 Bars
2 Bartenders
Setup & Tear Down
Sound System/Microphone
100% Cleaning Provided
Rehearsal Dinner Location
Rehearsal Coordinator
One night stay Honeymoon Suite
Two Planning Meetings
The Emerald Package $6,950
Includes Day Use
The Legacy Opera House
Tables, Chairs, Linens
Sound System/Microphone
Setup & Tear down
100% Cleaning Provided
The Cocktail Lounge/Bank Parlor
2 Bars
2 Bartenders
1 Event Attendant
The Courtyard
Courtyard Seating
Bridal Suite
Grooms Lounge
One Planning Meeting
Engagement Photoshoot Location
Budget Friendly Options Starting at $3,950
Ask about...
Off Season Rates
Micro Weddings
BIPOC Discount
LGBTIA+ Discount
Midweek Rates
Why The Legacy Building?
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Seats 200
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Exclusive Use
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Inclusive Staff
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Onsite Accommodations *sleeps 18
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Weekend Use Packages
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Historic Opera House
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Tables
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Padded Chairs
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Freshly Steamed Linens
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Room Setup and Tear Down
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Two Bars
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Catering
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Event Attendants, Waitstaff, Bartenders
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Sound System with Microphone
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DJ Services
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Grooms Lounge/Library
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Bridal Suite
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Cocktail Lounge
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Caterers Room
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Stage
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Outdoor Courtyard
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Courtyard Chairs
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ADA Accessible
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Wedding Planning
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Day of Coordination Services
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Officiant Services
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Rehearsal Dinner Location
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We do 100% of the cleaning
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On-site Project XV Museum & Gift Shop
Weddings
All package pricing is based on a 15 hour room rental unless stated otherwise. Yes, that means you have unlimited access from 8:00am to 12:00am on the day of your event. We have partnered with professional florists, wedding curators, salons, bakers, limousine services, and caterers to help assist you in your planning; contact us for those local recommendations.
Meetings, and Parties
The Legacy Opera House is the perfect place for your meetings and gatherings. We can accommodate groups of up to 200 people, with over 100 parking spaces along Front St. & Central St. in the beautiful, quaint town of El Paso, Illinois. Located just 19 miles from Bloomington/Normal, 32 miles from Peoria, 72 miles from Champain/Urbana, 85 miles from Springfield, and 124 miles from Chicago. Easy access to airports, lodging, dining, and entertainment.
RENTAL POLICIES
General Policies:
Opera House Usage Procedures
A signed contract and $1,500.00 non-refundable deposit is required to secure reception date. After verifying availability and speaking with the Event Manager you may put in your deposit via check, cash, or with the secure paypal checkout link.
All rental fee balances must be paid in full 30 days prior to the event date.
Cancellations:
Cancellations must be made in writing to the Event Coordinator. The initial $1,500 booking fee is non-refundable regardless of when your event is cancelled. Cancellations made within 30 days of your event will forfeit the entire rental fee minus any additional services you booked.
All state and local fire and safety codes as well as OSHA regulations must be followed for your event.
No smoking is permitted in the facility. Smoking is permitted in the courtyard.
Guide animals are welcome on-site. No other animals are allowed in the facility without approval.
No tape/adhesives are to be used on seats, tables, or painted surfaces in/outside the facility without the approval of the Event Attendant or Special Events Manager.
No screws, nails, etc. are to be driven in any part of the facility.
Banners, mirror balls, etc. desiring to be hung from the ceiling must have the approval of the Event Attendant or Special Events Manager.
Smoke machines/hazers may be allowed with permission of the Special Events Manager.
Open flames are not allowed in the facility. (except floating candles, enclosed candles)
The Opera House staff must approve all deliveries of rented items for your event.
All articles brought into the facility for your event must be removed at the close of the event.
Rooms not stated as being rented by the contract are to be considered unavailable.
No rice throwing during wedding receptions is allowed (birdseed, bubbles, etc. is permitted outside).
All items and large trash must be removed at the close of your event and placed in appropriate area.
The contract event end time should be considered the point at which everyone has left the facility. Failure to comply with this regulation will result in additional charges of $300/hr.
Pay it forward!
From time to time we have decorations available for your use, graciously donated by former guests. Inquire if that interests you!
Groups wishing to donate wedding decor for future guests are welcome to do so with the approval of the Event Attendant or Special Events Manager.
Food & Alcohol Policies:
The Legacy Building is a licensed bar establishment. We are pleased to offer cash or open bar options to any private booking.
Outside vendors may be used for food.
Diversity:
The Opera House is not available to groups who advocate the use of violence, or discriminate explicitly or implicitly against any race, gender, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic group.
Insurance Policies:
Liability insurance is required for all events. You may provide a certificate of insurance by (a) an extension of your homeowner's policy; (b) your business liability policy; or (c) purchasing a special event policy. You must provide this certificate 30 days prior to the date of your event.
Kitchen & Main Room Policies:
Great news: we do all of the cleaning for you! You and your guests get to come, celebrate, then leave with a happy heart while our attendants do the pickup. Take out whatever decor you brought in and want to keep, we will dispose of the rest or send to the pay it forward room.
General Information:
A production meeting may be required for all facility rentals that are to include outside vendors such as caterers, D.J’s, and such no later than one week prior to the event.
The renter as listed on the contract will hold full responsibility of the event happenings unless someone else has been designated. All changes in time, setups, etc. will only be executed upon their request.
We look forward to hosting your event!
