Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30313 View Map
Atlanta, Georgia 30313 View Map
OVERVIEW
As the largest aquarium in the world, the Georgia Aquarium boosts more aquatic life than found in any other aquarium. Located just steps from downtown Atlanta, the Georgia Aquarium is the ideal venue for receptions, banquets, dinners, weddings and more. With a variety of well-planned event spaces and a 1,600-car parking deck, this dynamic destination can comfortably host everything from intimate receptions to large events for up to 5,000 guests, making meeting and event planning easy.
Whether it’s an once-in-a-lifetime family event, an annual corporate function or a fund raising gala, you can trust Wolfgang Puck Catering at the Georgia Aquarium to turn your vision into reality. Wolfgang Puck’s renowned cuisine is prepared to order by a skilled team of chefs. Every celebration is a one-of-a-kind event, and our services are customized to your wishes. Whether formal or casual, it’s whatever you want!
Georgia Aquarium
Georgia Aquarium the largest aquarium in the world.
Georgia Aquarium Atrium
Beluga Whales at the Georgia Aquarium.
Photo by Ric Mershon Photographs
Photo by Ric Mershon Photographs
Georgia Aquarium
Wolfgang Puck Catering
EVENT SPACES
ANTARCTIC PRE-FUNCTION
The newly expanded Antarctic Pre-Function space can accommodate large events and includes green rooms. This beautiful space, complete with "jelly fish" lights, is a great addition to any event.
CAPACITY: 400 Reception
AQUARIUM BUY-OUTS
Enjoy a strolling reception among Georgia Aquarium’s five galleries with up to 5,000 of your closest friends. This option is available after the Aquarium closes to the general public each day.
CAPACITY: 5,000 Reception
ARCTIC ROOM OF OCEAN'S BALLROOM
The Arctic room features a view into the beluga whale habitat and is the southern most portion of the Oceans Ballroom, exiting directly into the Recognition Rotunda and providing easy access.
CAPACITY: 250 Reception; 200 Seated
ATLANTIC ROOM OF OCEAN'S BALLROOM
This room opens directly to the Antarctic Pre-Function space as well as the Indian Pre-Function space and is well suited for groups of up to 150 guests.
CAPACITY: 250 Reception; 200 Seated
ATRIUM
The Atrium provides a large flexible space for groups up to 1,000 people. Perfect for large receptions, your guest can mingle while they enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by Wolfgang Puck Catering.
CAPACITY: 1,000 Reception; 500 Seated
OCEAN'S BALLROOM
Breathtaking ocean views provide the backdrop in the
Aquarium’s sophisticated Oceans Ballroom. With two large aquatic observation windows, guests find themselves face-to-face with exotic fish and animals from every corner of the globe. Flexible in design, yet grand in nature, the Georgia Aquarium is the premier Atlanta meeting facility. The 16,400 square-foot ballroom anchors the Aquarium’s event space and can comfortably seat 1,100 for dinner or accommodate up to 1,500 for a reception. More intimate spaces provide the perfect ambience for private gatherings.
CAPACITY: 1,500 Reception; 1,100 Seated
PACIFIC ROOM OF OCEAN'S BALLROOM
This room is the connecting room between the Arctic room and the Atlantic room. The Pacific Room allows larger groups to gather in one section of the ballroom while enjoying all of the amenities of having your event at the Georgia Aquarium.
CAPACITY: 400 Reception; 300 Seated
CAPACITIES
| Square Footage | Reception | Seated | Conference | Theater | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANTARCTIC PRE-FUNCTION | 3,500 | 400 | |||
| AQUARIUM BUY-OUTS | 5,000 | ||||
| ARCTIC ROOM OF OCEAN'S BALLROOM | 4,283 | 250 | 200 | ||
| ATLANTIC ROOM OF OCEAN'S BALLROOM | 3,831 | 250 | 200 | ||
| ATRIUM | 11,578 | 1,000 | 500 | ||
| ATRIUM AND EXHIBITS SPACE | 18,892 | 1,000 | 500 | ||
| OCEAN'S BALLROOM | 16,400 | 1,500 | 1,100 | ||
| PACIFIC ROOM OF OCEAN'S BALLROOM | 5,536 | 400 | 300 |
RAVES & REVIEWS
HOLIDAY AUTHOR PARTY - ATLANTA PRESS CLUB
“From the start you were very helpful and responsive to our questions and requests. You listened to what we needed and figured out how to make it work and always with a positive and professional attitude. Your entire staff was very professional during the whole event. We received great feedback from our guests who came early to tour the Aquarium, including the Titanic Exhibit. Everyone was also very impressed with the food and loved your extraordinary ballroom.” – Impressed Client
December 2008
INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICITY SUMMIT – EDISON ELECTRIC INSTITUTE
“Please accept our sincere thanks for the top-notch service provided by your staff at our recent event at the Aquarium. The evening was very successful due, in no small part, to your professional and dedicated efforts during the pre-planning and the on-site management. Your expertise and creativity were greatly appreciated.” – Gracious Client
November 2008
WINE ENTHUSIAST’S TOAST OF THE TOWN
“I wanted to let you know what an amazing staff you have on your teams. They were all a pleasure to work with, always responsive and insightful…flexible with my needs and always pleasant when greeting attendees. The reviews of our event are five star and you must know that your staff was a huge part of such a major success!” – Ecstatic Client
April 2008
