About This Vendor
Not just memorable... Unforgettable!
The difference between memorable and unforgettable is in the details. The staff at Events at Refinery knows that the details are what set them apart. Our ballroom features wall-to-wall maple floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, a gorgeous built-in bar, and space for nearly 500 seated guests.
Amenities + Details
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor - Covered
Outdoor - Not Covered
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Same Sex Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
300+
Settings
Ballroom
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Planning, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
Events at Refinery Reviews
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Reviewed On 5/10/2014 by Kelly K
Wonderful. Michelle Murphy was efficient, inviting, kind, super fun to work with, and extremely classy + accommodating. You know it's a wonderful atmosphere, when those who work for the environment/venue are as near as the attendees. We had bot...
Reviewed On 11/26/2013 by Sabra B
We could not be happier with our experience hosting out Wedding Reception at The Refinery. Through out entire planning process of one year, Michelle and the entire team was readily accessible and helpful- even with my demanding work schedule ou...
Reviewed On 6/07/2013 by Sonia V
The Refinery helped guide us through the reception planning step by step. they were willing and able to help us create the reception we desired. The reception was beautiful and the service excellent. The Refinery banquet area is very classy on ...
Reviewed On 10/22/2018 by Natalie D
The refinery was an absolutely stunning venue, and Samantha and the rest of the crew were so accommodating and thoughtful! We couldn’t have been happier with how everything turned out:)
Reviewed On 9/01/2018 by Brittany V
Coordinators were personal and very professional while attending to every one of my requests. The space was beyond beautiful and the atmosphere was so elegant! The staff took care of all the details to help make my ceremony and reception was a ...
Reviewed On 11/15/2017 by Michelle M
The staff and facility were great. Very overpriced though.
Reviewed On 6/21/2017 by Jayme H
We ended up not using Events at Refinery for our reception - There were several reasons why, but it mostly boils down to pricing and then service. To rent half of the room is $2000 in and of itself, which is excessive for Champaign compared to ...
Response from the Vendor on 07/21/2017
Events at Refinery is disappointed to read your review of your tour 7 months ago. Here is the correspondence from our last email exchange:
"I will definitely recommend you guys, if given the chance. I LOVED the rooms! They were absolutely gorg...
Reviewed On 5/01/2015 by Melissa H
I booked this location for my wedding reception 18 months before the date of the event. I checked many times to make sure the date was free, and was informed each time it was. When I went in saw the place, it was okay. It was really the package...
Response from the Vendor on 05/14/2015
We understand the frustration of this Melissa as I would be very upset as a bride. We take every client and review to heart and it was very difficult to find out that this unfortunate mistake did happen. It was very difficult and heartbreaking ...
Reviewed On 10/12/2014 by Joleen S
I had really high hopes for this venue since my hometown is Champaign-Urbana, and was excited to see that it was within my total wedding budget. I had heard and read great reviews, and even was impressed when talking with their preferred catere...
Reviewed On 6/20/2014 by Lauren W
Working with the staff at the Refinery was absolutely the best! I can't even remember the number of times I emailed them with a million questions and they were always there to offer advice and the help I needed. Especially the month before the ...
Reviewed On 5/01/2013 by Erin V
Refinery did an amazing job helping our wedding day to be fantastic! They did everything for us so that we did not have to worry about a single thing at the reception the day of the wedding. It was a relief knowing that we could just focus on e...
Reviewed On 10/23/2012 by Elizabeth F
The refinery staff are amazing! They were so helpful and made my wedding so stress free. Not to mention they made the ceremony and reception so beautiful! 100% happy
Reviewed On 7/09/2012 by Emily R
The Refinery is an amazing place to have your wedding reception. The staff is friendly, helpful, and flexible. I had a completely stress-free wedding because they did all the decorating, coordinating, and clean up for me. The banquet room(s)...
Reviewed On 6/28/2012 by Beth S
The Refinery was absolutely amazing. They coordinate everything for you, and just make everything easy and relaxing so that you actually get to enjoy your day!
