Centennial, Colorado
One of Centennial's premier event venues — where four decades of family-owned hospitality meet gardens, ballrooms, and a promise that yours is the only event we host that day.
Our Story
A family-owned tradition of hospitality, since 1982.
For over 44 years, The Franciscan Event Center has welcomed Colorado families and businesses into our gardens, ballroom, and intimate event spaces. We host only one event per day — so from the moment you tour our venue to the last dance of the night, our full attention belongs to you.
Occasions
A setting for every milestone
From black-tie galas to garden weddings, our spaces adapt to the celebration you envision.
The Venue
Four spaces, one seamless celebration
Our largest reception space
The Ballroom
An elegant, light-filled room with flexible seating layouts, a spacious dance floor, and the technical amenities to support a flawless celebration of any scale.
- Dance floor
- Projector & screen
- Wireless microphones
- Flexible seating layouts
Bright, garden-facing elegance
The Aspen Room
Wrapped in large windows overlooking our gardens, the Aspen Room is bathed in natural light — perfect for ceremonies, cocktail hours, meetings, and intimate receptions.
- Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Garden views
- Natural light
- Flexible layout
Effortless catering & overflow
The Garden Room
A versatile support space used for catering service, buffet displays, and additional guest seating — keeping every event running smoothly behind the scenes.
- Buffet-ready layout
- Adjacent to main spaces
- Flexible configuration
Landscaped beauty, indoors comfort nearby
The Outdoor Gardens
Our signature gardens feature a cascading waterfall, lush seasonal flowers, a dedicated ceremony site, and a covered patio — an unforgettable backdrop for photographs and vows alike.
- Waterfall feature
- Ceremony site
- Covered patio
- Lush landscaping
The Wedding Experience
From "I do" to the last dance
Say your vows beneath our garden waterfall, celebrate beneath the ballroom lights, and trust our coordination team to guide every transition in between — with a beautiful indoor space always held in reserve, just in case.
In-House Catering
A menu as personal as your event
Every menu is fully customizable, crafted by our in-house culinary team. Dietary accommodations — vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and beyond — are always available upon request.
American
Timeless comfort, elevated.
Italian
Rustic warmth, refined plating.
Mexican
Bold, vibrant, and authentic.
Middle Eastern
Fragrant spices, shared plates.
Brunch
Effortless morning celebrations.
Desserts
A sweet finish to remember.
Hors d'oeuvres
Passed bites for cocktail hour.
Buffets
Abundant, beautifully displayed.
Bar Service
Professionally poured, beautifully served
Our licensed, professional bartenders bring your celebration to life with a bar program tailored to your budget and style.
Hosted Bar
A full open bar for your guests, fully covered by you.
Cash Bar
Guests purchase their own beverages directly.
Drink Tickets
Offer a set number of complimentary drinks per guest.
Hosted Tab
A pre-set spending limit managed by our bar team.
Included With Every Event
Every detail, already taken care of
Gallery
Moments captured, memories made
In Their Words
“From our first tour to the final send-off, we felt like the only couple in the world. The gardens at golden hour were beyond anything we imagined.”
Emily & Daniel R.
Wedding, October 2025
Begin Your Story
Come see it for yourself
Schedule a private tour and discover why families and businesses across Colorado have trusted us with their most important days for over four decades.