Wurlitzer Events is a resourceful wedding venue that is filled with potential. Located in North Tonawanda, NY, it offers three exceptional event spaces, all with their own unique style and personality. Lovingly restored, this is a historic venue with a plethora of modern touches, creating a comfortable yet elegant experience for all.
Visitors to the Wurlitzer Events space will enjoy the historic decor of a once industrial setting. Maintaining all the charming characteristics of a time gone by, it adds a contemporary flair to a prestigious location. Exposed rafters, open spaces, and a well-lit environment bring a relaxing yet stylish atmosphere to this space.
Along with offering three versatile areas for ceremonies, receptions, showers, and rehearsals, this venue also provides exceptional service brought to you with a smile. Dedicated event planners will ensure that all of your questions are answered, helping you plan your schedule down to the minute. A diverse and high-quality selection of delicious dishes is also on offer, giving you plenty of choices for your wedding feast. A number of bars on the property can refresh your guests while open dance floors and performance areas give you the freedom to dance the night away.
The Wurlitzer Events venue offers three separate spaces: the Wurlitzer Room, Tower Room, and Recital Room. All of these areas celebrate their own personal style. The Wurlitzer Room is an elegant, majestic space with plenty of room for a large reception. Seating up to 300, it is a spacious location filled with classic decor and modern amenities. The Tower Room brings a more contemporary touch. A versatile space, its bright atmosphere and stylish decor make it ideal for intimate events with your loved one. The Recital Room offers an ideal location for an indoor ceremony. Its crisp, white sheen and hardwood floors bring a timeless feeling that couples and their guests are sure to enjoy. Outdoor spaces and a patio are also available, including a manicured English Garden, providing a luxurious setting for your celebration.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 300
Settings
Ballroom
Garden
Historic Venue
Industrial & Warehouse
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Food & Catering
Planning
Service Staff
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Meet the team
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Tammy
General Manager
Tammy is the General Manager at Wurlitzer Events. Tammy has over 15 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry and over 10 years of managing and coordinating events. Tammy enjoys working one on one with her guests to ensure the best overall experience throughout the planning process and execution of their event.
Don
Consultant
Don Warfe is now retired and spend his winters in Florida. He is available for consultation and is a ceremony officiant while in Buffalo. If you need his services, please don't hesitate to contact.
Ali
Assistant Manager
Ali is the Assistant Manager and a Sales and Event Coordinator at Wurlitzer Events. Ali has been in the food and beverage industry for 10+ years and is dedicated to special events for 5+ years throughout Buffalo, NY. She loves to spend time with her friends and family when she is not working and has a love for crafting. Ali has a lifelong interest in the Hospitality Industry and works hard to maintain a high profile with guests and colleagues. Customer service is the number one priority for Ali. Developing creativity to come up with eye-catching designs, to implement events to the tastes of clients is always her goal. She is always open to challenges in large or small corporate social events from grand ballroom, to themed events or simple intimate gatherings. Ali truly loves to work with people, and treats her clients like family and doesn't fall short of their details!
Sara Dolan
Sales and Event Coordinator
Sara has been with Wurlitzer Events for many years now, joining our team as a server and brilliantly working her way into banquet captain, banquet manager and now a sales and event planner. Her knowledge is vast as she has learned from the best team in Western New York. She is truly an asset to Wurlitzer Events and will provide you with an amazing wedding!
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4.5
out of 5.0
13 reviews
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The Wurlitzer is consistently praised for its excellent service, delicious food, and attentive staff, particularly event coordinator Ali. Reviewers highlight the team's capability, attention to detail in decor setup, and impeccable service throughout the wedding. The spacious rooms, accommodating staff, and affordability of packages are emphasized as standout features. Guests appreciate the responsiveness, flexibility, and stress-free planning process at the Wurlitzer, making it a highly recommended venue for special events.
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Lyana M
5.0
1/16/2025
I am ELATED by how excellent our experience was here! The team was calm and capable making us feel well taken care of. They set up and broke down all of our decor (including hanging disco balls from the ceiling) and did a fantastic job with it. The food was also some of the best food we’ve ever had at a wedding and all of our guests raved about it. I have recommended this venue to everyone who has asked! It was truly awesome. If you’re looking for a sign- this is it!! Book with the Wurlitzer and you won’t be disappointed.
Mady M
5.0
9/20/2024
Tammy and all the staff at the Wurlitzer did such an amazing job with our wedding a few weeks ago!!! From start to finish, they did such an incredible job at decorating/setting up with all my ideas, the food was served so quickly to our 200 guests and it was excellent, and then throughout the night they followed our busy timeline to a T with putting out desserts and late night food. Thank you again to all the amazing staff who helped make our wedding the best day of our lives!!!
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Alexandra T
5.0
10/10/2023
We got married here on 9/2/23 & our entire experience was absolutely amazing. Ali was incredible from start to finish & her skills truly shined the night of our wedding by handling everything & making the night so smooth & stress free! We got married in the large downstairs venue & had our ceremony on the patio. Staff, food & drinks were all great. We looked at so many venues & we were so happy when we found this one. What sold us was the huge bar & very spacious room. Overall amazing venue & very thankful we had Ali!
Kristen H
5.0
7/21/2023
The Wurlitzer and my event coordinator Ali were amazing. I had my ceremony in the upstairs ballroom and the reception in the downstairs ballroom. Ali was super helpful in my planning process, was super responsive to my many emails, and set up my decor exactly as I wanted. I have nothing but good things to say about the Wurlitzer as the building is beautiful, the food was absolutely delicious, the downstairs bridal suite was super convenient, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. They were also flexible with the dietary issues of my guests. I would highly recommend the Wurlitzer.
Stephanie H
4.0
12/27/2022
Our experience working with Don was incredible from start to finish. They were first on our list of possible vendors and after our consolation seeing the venue in person and how everything was perfect for our budget, we were sold. Don was very responsive to any questions we had throughout the whole planning process. We had our ceremony in the recital room and our reception in the tower room. Both were absolutely gorgeous and made my wedding vision come to life! We got so many compliments on how the food was the best wedding food our guests have ever had. We had such a wonderful selection for our buffet, apps were delicious and the dessert spread was spectacular. The bar service was wonderful and everyone enjoyed themselves. The only reason i’m not giving a 5 star review is because our favors weren’t set out as requested and we needed to get them to everyone during dinner, but other than that everything was absolutely perfect!
Hannah G
5.0
10/03/2022
Wurlitzer was absolutely amazing to work with! Our day of coordinator stayed consistent throughout our year and a half of planning and is what sold us on this venue. Ali was amazing at communicating with us throughout the planning process. The day of service was IMPECCABLE! Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the food, bar service, and how beautiful the venue was. Could not recommend this venue more! They made everything so stress free for us!
Justine P
5.0
8/22/2022
Look no further than the Wurlitzer for your wedding! They were the best vendor I worked with for the wedding - so responsive and accommodating, they made planning a wedding SO easy. I had quite a few vendors, lots of decor and special elements, and Wurlitzer said yes to everything. They were able to set up everything I brought in with no issues. The cost and packages are also incredibly affordable - definitely the best bang for your buck. The food was DELICIOUS - guests were raving about it when we went table to table after dinner. Our appetizers were amazing too!
Most of the credit for my amazing experience with the Wurlitzer goes to Ali. She was INCREDIBLE to work with and did everything with a smile on her face! She is incredibly knowledgeable and had great ideas and answered all of my many questions. She has an incredibly calm and can-do attitude; nothing was out of the question and we were able to make my perfect wedding vision come to life! It would not have been a success without her! Thank you, Ali!
Michalene H
5.0
11/05/2021
Worked with Don and Ali. They made my wedding dreams come true! The day was even more beautiful than I have imagined, and they were both so helpful and really worked hard to make my wedding perfect. They worked with me on every aspect of my day, and I was super impressed with their professionalism. Not to mention the food was incredible!
Stephanie H
1.0
8/22/2021
Double booked my Wedding. General manager was a nightmare to deal with. Notified me months after I booked and put down my deposit and signed my contract the room was no longer available for my Wedding. Booked October 2020 had a signed contract and put down my deposit then was notified in February 2021.
Christine P
5.0
10/25/2020
Thank you to Don and Pam and their exceptional staff at the Wurlitzer Events Lodge on the Green for making our daughter and son in law’s wedding perfect. The food was great, the restaurant was charming, and the staff were wonderful! Our daughters wedding was caught in the Covid mess, and they helped us to replan it and have a priceless family gathering that couldn’t have been any better! Highly recommend this and any of the other Wurlitzer Event locations!
response10/25/2020
Absolutely our pleasure! Thank you for the kind words of appreciation, they go a long way!...
It was a beautiful night, regardless of COVID! I'm not sure I would have changed a thing! And a huge thanks to your family for the incredible décor! You really transformed the dining room into a masterpiece.
Lauren L
5.0
9/18/2020
We used The Wurlitzer for my bridal shower. Due to Covid, we had to change our original plans from months before, but my bridal shower was even better than the original one we planned all due to The Wurlitzer! Ali was wonderful to work with. She responded quickly and thoroughly to all of my emails, and she was extremely accommodating. The staff who worked the event were friendly and helpful. The space was absolutely beautiful. Our guests complimented the space and how delicious the food was. We were able to add on nice touches like use of the courtyard patio, as well as champagne upon arrival in the courtyard. The event was truly a dream! I highly recommend this venue.
response09/18/2020
Thank you Lauren and we will be sure to pass on your compliments to Ali! So glad that you ...
loved your day with us!
Catherine T
4.0
3/25/2020
The Wurlitzer was a beautiful setting for our November reception. The food was amazing, the space clean and well kept, and the staff beyond professional. Don and his team made our day perfect. We had attended a wedding here prior to booking our own, and knew as soon as we got engaged that this was the venue for us. We loved the patio just outside the space with string lights and a fire pit - which proved to be a popular spot for some of our guests even during the chilly November evening. Our guests raved about the food and our final guest list of 250 fit perfectly in the room - even with a full band, remembrance table, and more ( I was very concerned about feeling cramped, but the space was just right with a perfectly sized dance floor). A system glitch did cause us to have to change our date early on, but it was caught close enough to signing our contract that it didn't cause issues with other vendors. Also, not all of the details we provided the team to set up were put out (small detailed items), but we were the only ones who knew that it didn't happen, so it wasn't something that affected our guests' experience, which is what it's ultimately about! This venue also had a special family tie for us - as a great-uncle used to work at the building in it's first life as a piano factory. This venue is the perfect combination of old world industrial meets modern design. It could stand on it's own without much additional decor, but could also be a blank slate for any theme. Love it and can't wait to attend more events here as guests!
response09/18/2020
Thank you Catherine, we appreciate you taking the time to review us! So glad that you love...
d your day!
Karlene F
5.0
12/11/2019
Where do I even start. Don you rock. You made our whole wedding planning process so simple & stress free. Thank you for giving us the most perfect day of our lives. If we had to do it all over again we would choose Wurlitzer Events in a heartbeat. The food was phenomenal, the staff and service was exceptional. Most importantly our guests all said how great of a time they had.
response09/18/2020
Thank you so much Karlene. It really helps when you work with a "rock star" bride as well!...
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