A beautiful setting with the freedom of choice!
Kimberly Foster
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Combining plush old world amenities with cutting edge technology, the banquet parlor is nestled in the heart of picturesque Anchorage. Featuring indoor/outdoor accommodations for up to 100 & an open vendor policy, this one-of-a-kind venue will be a versatile and beautiful venue for your special day!
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Couples usually spend $2,150
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Guest Capacity
Up to 100
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Ballroom
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Kimberly Foster
Owner
Kimberly Foster is the proud owner of Shall We Dance since 2005 and launched Louisville Ballroom in 2009. In 2017, Shall We Dance received an A+ accreditation with the BBB (Better Business Bureau) and offers one of the finest venues in the city of Louisville for those looking to create a memorable experience that will last a lifetime.
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4.8
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Megan M
5.0
11/07/2023
I received so many compliments about our reception because of our venue. Kimberly was amazing to work with and very helpful. I would very much recommend this beautiful place!! We had so much fun and it was perfect!
response 11/07/2023
Thank you Megan! I’m so glad we could help make your special day a memorable one.
Congra...
tulations!
Leesa H
5.0
10/26/2022
Out daughter's wedding and reception were at Louisville Ballroom at Shall We Dance on Saturday, October 22, 2022. It was a perfect day. The ceremony was outside in the the small private courtyard between the bank and the venue. The reception was held inside and was just perfect. We had about 100 guests and Kim dream to work with from the beginning. Everyone commented on how lovely the venue was. I would highly recommend you use them for your upcoming event.
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Sarah J
5.0
7/03/2019
Kimberly was wonderful and her space was ideal for our wedding of ~65 people!! We appreciated Kimberly for going above and beyond to confirm and re-confirm details, times, etc. before the day. We also took dance lessons with Kimberly before the big day and enjoyed every minute. She went above and beyond to help us get the space ready on the day of the wedding (we didn't have a planner) and we had many compliments on how perfect everything looked. Highly recommend!
Gina S
1.0
10/16/2018
I do not recommend this venue. Kimberly the owner canceled my event two weeks before. Tickets were sold out and I had people coming from all over the country. She canceled because of her religious views. She still has not refunded my money. Do NOT rent this space.
Jasmine A
5.0
10/16/2018
My husband and I had an amazing reception at Shall We Dance! During the planning process, we loved that we were able to bring in our own caterers and bar tending services. The floor plan is open and perfect for adjusting into the set up you want, and the bar is absolutely beautiful. All night, our friends and family mingled and danced inside and out with plenty of space. It was beautiful to see the mirrors reflecting back the entire room, and the huge amount of windows allowed for us to see people dancing away the night as anyone stepped outside for fresh air! Highly highly recommended space for a reception! We can’t wait to see photos!
KIMBERLY M
5.0
9/04/2018
THIS PLACE IS AMAZING . We lucked into it , Thank God we did. Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful. Kimberly and her team are super and friendly, professional. perfect place for wedding and reception. Thank you for all you did for us .
Sarah B
4.0
8/18/2018
This venue had a gorgeous reception area. When we went to view it the owner let us know the capacity limit is actually 130 rather than the 150-200 listed on the Knot. If you want a smaller wedding this place would be a wonderful option. They have parking, allow outside vendors, and even setup and breakdown the tables for you. We were even told the price was for a 12 hour time span. Now only if they were bigger!
Katie S
5.0
7/23/2018
The venue was gorgeous, Kim was fantastic to work with, and all of our guests was extremely complimentary. Would absolutely choose this place again, hands down. Thank you, Kim!!
response 07/23/2018
Thank you Katie!
I’m so glad to hear we were able to help make your wedding a memorable da...
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Kimberly
Lori H
5.0
6/14/2018
We had such an amazing wedding day. Kimberly was so helpful with layouts and suggestions to help make the day run as smoothly as possible and communication was easy and thorough. What sold us was the ability to use their sound system in leu of a DJ and their open catering/alcohol policies. Decorating was simple and easy due to the natural beauty of the location. We had our ceremony in the courtyard and the scenery made for perfect picture opportunities. We had about 80 people and I feel it was the perfect number because it did get a little warm inside at times during the reception, but mostly due to lots of dancing.
Virginia J
5.0
4/25/2018
I have only good things to say! We got married in the courtyard and had our reception inside, and the whole experience was wonderful. Very good value and we had a lot of freedom to use the vendors we wanted. We also had dance lessons with Kimberly and it was amazing! We were horrible at first but she made our first dance memorable and gave us a discount for the wedding. We hope to come back for more dance lessons sometime in the future!
Kathy W
3.0
8/01/2017
My wedding was July 14. It was 95 degrees that day. When I arrived at noon to set up, I was told that they had to have the AC serviced that morning because it wasn't working. When it came time for my wedding at 6, there were big floor fans going and the room was just comfortable Once we got 100 people in there, it was unbearable. The fans were drying out my cake and blowing decorations and guests dresses. A family member called Kim, but she refused to come check to see if the AC was, in fact, working. She told me I had fans. My guests were very uncomfortable the entire evening and even though I had the space until midnight, my guests left well before 11 because they couldn't stand the heat in there.
I think the space is beautiful and was perfect for my event. However, I felt that after they were paid, the customer service ended. The extreme heat was dangerous and I'm very disappointed that it wasn't even acknowledged. I was asked to do this review and told them that I wanted to do a review but wanted it to be good. But that I would have to say something about their lack of response. They never responded to that either. So here is the review.
response 08/02/2017
Here at Shall We Dance, we strive to make every event a memorable occasion for all involve...
d. Unfortunately, it sounds as though this occasion wasn't up to the standards we so highly strive for. I would not disagree with anyone who writes a review for our banquet facility. However, there are a few things that must be addressed: First, the AC was working at 100% and was serviced the day before. It was also reading 65 degrees when everyone came to set up at noon. Second, we emphasize with everyone that keeping the doors closed and not propping them open or allowing guests to constantly go in and out causes the cool air to escape. Unfortunately, we realize it's challenging for someone to constantly police this on a consistent basis.
It is our sincere hope, dream, and desire to ensure that each occasion isn't just met, but surpassed in satisfaction and appreciation.
We invite all of our clients to write honest reviews. This helps us to better prepare, meet, and then exceed every expectation our clients have. We believe this is an isolated event and will do our best to rectify it in the future.
Brianne P
5.0
7/29/2017
Our wedding was held here on July 22nd 2017. It may have been the hottest day of summer but our wedding was fabulous! Kimberly was awesome to work with and always available for any questions. They made it easy to use whatever vendor we wanted and there were no surprises close to the big day! The linens were gorgeous, the outside space is well maintained, and although it got hot (there's no way to keep it cool when it's 109 heat index), all we got were compliments about how beautiful the space was. HIGHLY recommend hosting your big day here. Plus, the price is so much better than other venues we looked at. All in all, we are so so happy we chose Shall We Dance to host our special day!
Elizabeth Z
5.0
12/22/2016
We had our wedding here on September 2, 2016, and this location exceeded our expectations! We had both our wedding and reception at this location and it was beyond perfect! If you are looking for a space that is quant, comfortable and beautiful this is a great location. Love Love Love!
Ashley C
5.0
11/29/2016
We are so happy with our decision to have our wedding reception at Shall We Dance. After looking around at many other venues, we learned how unique this establishment is. We had the ability to choose all of our vendors and weren't limited to an approved list. They are also very accommodating about bringing in outside decor. This was very important to us as we really wanted to put our personal touch on our reception.
We live out of town, so were limited to just a few opportunities to walk the space and meet with Kimberly, the owner. She was incredibly patient with myself, my parents and our wedding coordinator. We were asking questions up until the week of the wedding and knew we could always depend on her to get back to our phone calls or emails. She was also very accommodating when we wanted to stop by the venue to refresh our memory of the space.
The venue itself is so beautiful and functional. The leaves just started to turn around our wedding, so the setting in Anchorage made for absolutely stunning photos. We had about 110 guests and about 10 staff members. We were very happy with that size, but they advertise that they can seat 130 inside. We loved the outdoor area which gave us the opportunity have a cigar and bourbon bar outside after the dance floor open. It was also nice having access to free and easy parking options for our guests.
In addition to Kimberly's responsiveness, she also was extremely helpful on the day of our reception. She helped with the set-up of the tables and provided feedback on various layouts. She also came back after our reception to help our coordinator and the other vendors clean up and close down the space. She provided great recommendations on tent, table and other types of rentals.
Everyone had such a fun time at our reception! We also loved having the ability to walk across the street to the Village Anchor after the reception.
It's the perfect place if you want a unique and flexible venue where you can really make your day your own!
Lindsay S
5.0
10/13/2016
This was the most beautiful venue for a wedding. We had so many compliments from our friends and family. The place needs very little decoration as it has its own beauty. Kimberly was a gem to work with. I must have called and emailed a million times after I had already booked and paid the deposit, she was just as helpful before as during. I highly recommend!!
5.0
8/03/2016
My daughter had her wedding reception here in June, and it was wonderful! It's a beautiful venue, and Kimberly was fantastic to work with. When I had a question, or wanted to come by, Kimberly always responded so quickly. She was so helpful, and definitely goes "above and beyond" what I had expected. The ballroom has tables and chairs included - that was awesome. Linens are available for an extra (very reasonable) charge. The sound system worked great, everything was very clean and the venue itself is just beautiful. The setting in anchorage is so pretty as well. I felt the cost was very reasonable and our experience with Kimberly and the "Shall We Dance" ballroom was awesome. I have already recommended "Shall We Dance" to others, and I will definitely use this venue again. Everything was great!
Courtney S
5.0
6/17/2016
I had my wedding here a few weeks ago and I can't say enough about Shall We Dance. I am so happy I chose Shall We Dance for my reception. The venue is absolutely gorgeous! They included all tables and chairs and let you bring your own caterer and alcohol. Kimberly was very professional and flexible. Thank you for making my wedding unforgettable!
DonnaRuth P
5.0
2/18/2016
We chose this venue for our January wedding and were beyond pleased with every aspect. Very little decoration is needed as the mahogany bar and woodwork throughout are beautiful as is. Kimberly was very helpful, answered our questions, assisted in arrangement of the tables, and worked with our individual requests. The location is easy to access but very quaint and adds to the overall appeal. Our guests were impressed as well and we have heard nothing but rave reviews about our day in large part due to this venue. The pricing is beyond reasonable for all that is included. We were able to have food and drink of our choice without forced restrictions on catering as well. We would highly recommend this venue to any couples looking for that special place for their special day.
krista r
5.0
1/31/2016
My daughter wanted a small wedding with dancing after the ceremony. This is the perfect venue for a combination wedding and reception. Stunning bar, dance floor with speakers, microphone and tv for a power point; you could not ask for a better set up.
Ginger L
5.0
11/25/2015
We bought 10 dance lessons to have our first dance choreographed. Brace yourself, because it is expensive to take private dance lessons. It was SO much fun though, and we now have skills that we can use for a lifetime.
Elizabeth T
5.0
10/22/2015
I had my smaller wedding of 100 here. It was more beautiful than I ever could have imagined! The space is so pretty inside already, that minimal decor was required. I had the ceremony outside in the courtyard too! Price was inexpensive as well. I'd have the wedding here again without any hesitation. I recommend it for everyone!!
Jo L
5.0
10/13/2015
And absolutely stunning building! It sits in a quite neighborhood. The inside offered more than enough space for food, dancing and guest seating. Pricing was very accommodating with tables, chairs, and sound system. The owners were able to help decide seating arrangements with my guest size. I needed minimal decorating because the building is so beautiful. It has hardwood floors, dimming lights in the ceiling and lovely woodworked dropped down ceiling. I received a lot of compliments on how classy it was. Highly recommend to any bride.
5.0
8/06/2015
I was the mother-of-the-groom and this was a perfectly beautiful venue for the rehearsal dinner. Kimberly was very helpful in giving us advice and helping us to arrange our tables to best suit our buffet dinner and seat our guests comfortably. The location in Anchorage was less than a 5 minute drive from the church is Middletown so we couldn't have selected a more convenient location. I found it to be both elegant and quaint. The caterer I used suggested this location and we loved it. .
Heather
5.0
7/09/2014
I LOVE the look of this place, it's absolutely beautiful! I cut my guest list just so we could have the reception here! They are wonderful when it comes to food and drink, little to no limitations, which was the issue I ran into with other venues (required caterer and such *rolls eyes*). Not only that, but they are in the heart of Anchorage; we got so many beautiful pictures! I only had 2 small issues with the venue: first, it was HOT on my wedding day, and even with the air turned all the way down, we still had guests complaining of the heat. Second, their TV could only run a slideshow off an HDMI connection and because I had the file on a flash drive, I did not get to play our slideshow that I'd spent hours putting together :(. The price keeps them competitive; it's not bad, but it's not great either.
C w
5.0
12/29/2013
We used Shall We Dance as our reception venue. Kim was very accommodating and easy to work with. The studio is beautiful and is perfect for a smaller wedding.
Natalie S
5.0
1/23/2013
We learned a beautiful dance quickly. We were comfortable so we still had fun while we looked like we knew what we are doing. Susan is fabulous and patient!
Jayme H
5.0
11/15/2012
My (now) husband and I are terrible dancers. Shall We Dance was so patient with us and taught us SO much. We loved our lessons and it was a GREAT decision to have some fun during the wedding planning process!
Kelsey K
5.0
10/13/2012
Clay was awesome and edited down our music to be just right!
Shannon G
5.0
9/10/2012
We had so much fun learning our first dance with Kimberly. She is a fantastic teacher and even suggested us video tape the end of each lesson so we could work at home. The studio is also very nice and professional. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to learn a few more dance moves.
Tina T
5.0
8/21/2012
Kimberly was the insctructor for our wedding dance lessons. She was a lot of fun to work with. She was very patient with us and is a very good teacher. I would highly recommend her for wedding dance lessons!
Christa J
5.0
7/09/2012
We were married in the outside courtyard and had our reception inside. The Ballroom has a bar, kitchen, restrooms, and its own house sound system. The venue was perfect for our wedding and would definitely use this site again!
Rhonda Y
5.0
10/31/2011
We really enjoyed our dance lessons with Kimberly! What a fun experience, that all engaged couples should enjoy. The facility itself is beautiful too. Very comfortable for terrible beginners like us!
Carissa G
4.0
5/28/2011
We purchased a groupon for some dance lessons for our wedding here. It was exactly what we needed for our first dance and was only $40.
Melissa S
5.0
10/18/2010
Kimberley, owner, was so very patient with both my dad & I and my husband & I. We each had a choreographed dance that we had to learn. They have different pacakages but we chose the private lessons and actually paid for an extra the week of the wedding. She was very patient in showing us the steps & really helped us to "feel" the music. I loved learning the Waltz & the Foxtrot. We are all so glad we did this...as we can use the basic dance steps at other peoples weddings & events. We will be scheduling more lessons just for fun!
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