Galas & Association Events
Galas & Association Events at The Boxyard
At The Boxyard, galas and association events move beyond a single ballroom—they unfold across a dynamic, interconnected destination designed for scale, sophistication, and impact.
Anchored by Victory Hall, our flagship industrial venue, The Boxyard brings together multiple spaces—each with its own character and function—to support everything from large-scale fundraisers to multi-layered association gatherings. Every event is designed as a seamless experience, thoughtfully structured to guide guests from arrival and reception through program, dining, and post-event engagement.
Host your main program, awards presentation, or keynote in Victory Hall, where soaring ceilings and historic textures create a striking and memorable setting. Transition into Hatback Bar & Grille for elevated dining, cocktails, and donor engagement. Extend the evening into Steelheads Alley for auctions, networking, or post-program receptions—all within one cohesive destination in the heart of Seattle’s SoDo district.
This integrated approach allows your event to evolve with intention—creating distinct moments for connection, recognition, and fundraising that traditional venues simply can’t accommodate as fluidly.
PRIVATE EVENT SPACES
BUILT FOR MEANINGFUL GATHERINGS
The Boxyard is purpose-built to support a wide range of gala and association events, including:
Fundraising galas and benefit dinners
Nonprofit events and donor receptions
Association conferences and annual meetings
Awards ceremonies and recognition events
Auctions and mission-driven activations
Whether you’re hosting an intimate donor gathering or a large-scale gala, our team partners with you to shape every detail—from spatial flow and staging to production, food and beverage, and guest experience.
Victory Hall
Victory Hall at The Boxyard is a highly adaptable venue for galas and association events in Seattle’s SODO neighborhood, offering a fully customizable setting for fundraisers, award ceremonies, annual meetings, and large-scale receptions.
Set within a restored 1914 warehouse, the space blends historic character with modern AV capabilities, flexible layouts for both seated programs and dynamic receptions, and catering by Apicii to deliver seamless, elevated experiences from start to finish.
Capacity
Seated | 500
Reception | 1,200
Hatback Bar & Grille
Hatback Bar & Grille offers a flexible and energetic setting for gala receptions, association gatherings, and post-event celebrations in the heart of Seattle’s SODO district, just across from T-Mobile Park and steps from Lumen Field. Ideal for networking events, member receptions, and more casual extensions of larger programs, the space pairs a lively, sports-driven atmosphere with customizable food and beverage options, featuring elevated fare, craft beers, regional wines, and classic cocktails.
Capacity
Dugout Private Dining Room
Sky Box Private Room
Seated | 100
Reception | 250
Steelheads Alley
Steelheads Alley Microbrewery & Taproom offers a distinctive and flexible setting for gala receptions, association gatherings, and post-event celebrations. Centered around its on-site brewery, the space pairs an upbeat atmosphere with a strong sense of place, immersing guests in the Pacific Northwest’s rich baseball and softball history through curated memorabilia and artwork—creating a memorable backdrop for networking and social experiences.
Capacity
Seated | 80
Reception | 150
Plan Your Gala or Association Event
From initial planning to final execution, our team works alongside you to bring your gala or association event vision to life. With flexible venues, customizable layouts, and seamless coordination across spaces, The Boxyard adapts to your needs—making it easy to create a tailored, meaningful experience from start to finish.
AV & Production
Designed to support high-impact galas and association events of every scale, the venue’s built-in AV capabilities ensure seamless execution for everything from keynote presentations and award ceremonies to fundraisers and live programing. A striking 23-foot LED wall, six additional 100-inch screens, ceiling-mounted speakers throughout the space, wireless microphones, and customizable color uplighting create a polished, immersive production experience for both stage moments and guest engagement.
Catering & Hospitality
Customizable food and beverage offerings are thoughtfully tailored to support every aspect of a gala or association event, from pre-event receptions and cocktail hours to plated dinners and post-program celebrations. Curated menus by Apicii and seamless service ensure an elevated, cohesive experience—enhancing both guest enjoyment and the overall flow of the event.
Flexible Floorplans
Versatile layouts allow the space to transform seamlessly for galas and association events of every scale, from seated dinners and stage programs to cocktail receptions and fundraising activations. With configurable seating, dedicated staging, sponsor and auction areas, and indoor-outdoor flow, each event can be tailored to support its program, enhance guest engagement, and create a cohesive, memorable experience.
Multi-Format Event Functionality
Designed to support a wide range of gala and association event formats, the space seamlessly accommodates keynote programs, panel discussions, networking receptions, seated dinners, awards ceremonies, and fundraising activations—all within one venue. Its versatile configuration allows each element of the event to flow together effortlessly, creating a cohesive experience without the need to change locations.