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Brandview Ballroom Wedding Guide

A Brandview Ballroom Wedding

Brandview Ballroom is an elegant piece of Glendale history. The largest event space in all of Glendale, the 1921 ballroom was renovated in 2012 and is now restored to its Old Hollywood opulence and features modern luxuries for today’s celebrations, such as new carpet and a seamless white dance floor, as well as a patio addition for celebrations and ceremonies under the Southern California sun. Located in the Huntley Evans Building in downtown Glendale, this Art Deco-style venue matches its glamorous surroundings. If you’re looking for stylish grandeur in a spacious, historic venue at an affordable price, Brandview Ballroom may be the perfect spot for your wedding.

Wedding Prep at Brandview Ballroom

Included in the 2002 renovation of the ballroom was the addition of a bridal suite, so you don’t have to leave the premises for wedding prep. You and the people you love most can relax, be pampered, and make fun memories together as you await the big ceremony.

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Wedding Photography

Brandview Ballroom has some excellent spaces for photography, whether in a couple’s session out on the brick-pillared patio or candid shots under the Italian onyx chandeliers. The tender memories you capture will be unforgettable.

We at Lin and Jirsa Wedding Photography would be honored to immortalize every moment and emotion of your monumental day, big and small, and create photo and video heirlooms that you’ll treasure for the rest of your lives. Click here to learn why couples love to choose one company to meet both their photography and videography needs.

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Wedding Ceremony at Brandview Ballroom

The couple pictured below chose to say their vows at a beautiful local church. One of the benefits of choosing Brandview Ballroom for your wedding festivities is the flexibility to design the wedding of your dreams. This means you can host your ceremony at an entirely different venue and then move to Brandview Ballroom for your cocktails and reception. Or you can plan a wedding package with a ceremony at Brandview itself. Brandview’s Patio makes a lovely area for an outdoor ceremony in the gorgeous California weather, so you and your guests never have to leave the premises.

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Wedding Reception at Brandview Ballroom

The ballroom is perfectly designed for you to put your own personal stamp on your dream wedding. The spacious dance floor can be the focal point of the room, or the staff can set it up as a smaller t-shaped dance floor. You can work with our staff to arrange the tables in a way that best suits you and your guests. You can arrange serving stations so that guests can dine family-style, or servers can bring you and your guests a delectable plated meal, course by course. You can set up an ice cream bar or a sushi station. Either way, you’ll be dining, toasting, and dancing the night away in style at this venue.

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Nighttime Photography at Brandview Ballroom

As the day is winding down, make sure to take some time together for some intimate photos on the ballroom’s sweeping staircase under the grand onyx crystal chandelier or on the glamorous streets of downtown Glendale by any of the picturesque adjacent landmarks, like the Americana at Brand.

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FAQ

Who can we choose for our caterer?

This venue allows you to choose from their list of preferred caterers, but you are welcome to bring in outside caterers as well.

How many guests can we invite to our wedding?

The patio accommodates 100 guests at a ceremony, and the ballroom has occupancy for up to 550 reception guests.

How late can guests stay to dance?

The venue requires all amplified music to end at 2 AM.

Brandview Ballroom is located at 111 E Harvard St, Glendale, CA 91205.

From Behind the Lens

What we love about shooting
at Brandview Ballroom.

Art Deco Architectural Details Everywhere
The restored 1921 ballroom's geometric patterns, ornamental ceiling work, and period-appropriate fixtures create natural frames within frames for portraits and details. We can weave couples through these architectural elements for images that feel both timeless and distinctly glamorous.
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Abundant Natural Light and Tall Ceilings
The ballroom's soaring ceilings and generous window placement mean we're not fighting harsh shadows or dim corners during daytime ceremonies and receptions. This architectural generosity gives us flexibility to shoot naturally lit moments without heavy flash reliance.
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Seamless White Dance Floor Reflects Motion
That pristine white floor becomes a luminous canvas for dancing shots—reflections of movement, light, and joy create dynamic compositions that would be impossible on traditional surfaces. First dances and celebration moments have an ethereal quality here.
Common Questions

What couples typically ask.

What's the best timeline for photography at Brandview Ballroom?
We typically recommend starting with getting-ready coverage indoors around 2 hours before the ceremony, which allows us to capture the venue's natural light throughout the afternoon. If your ceremony is on the patio, we'll position ourselves to catch that beautiful directional light. For receptions, the ballroom's ambient lighting is elegant but we often add supplemental lighting for dance floor energy—plan for that setup during cocktail hour.
Where are the most photogenic spots for couple portraits?
The patio is your golden ticket, especially during late afternoon when side-lighting hits those Art Deco details beautifully. Inside, the main ballroom's architectural arches and ornamental ceiling create stunning backdrops, and the terrazzo or detailed flooring offers leading lines. The entry hallways and staircases also have that classic Old Hollywood vibe perfect for editorial-style portraits.
How does the white dance floor affect photography?
It's visually stunning but requires careful exposure metering since the floor is so reflective. We meter slightly off the floor itself and watch our shutter speed to freeze that motion and reflection clearly. The payoff is incredible—dancing images have luminosity and energy that darker floors simply can't match.
What makes Brandview different from other Los Angeles ballrooms?
The combination of authentic 1920s-era architecture with modern renovation creates a rare sweet spot: genuine historical character without dated, dingy lighting or deteriorated details. Most comparable venues feel either sterile-modern or trapped in the past—Brandview achieves genuine glamour. Plus, having dedicated outdoor ceremony and portrait space right there eliminates the logistical headaches we see at other downtown ballrooms.
How much time should I plan for getting-ready photos?
Brandview has designated bridal suites and groom spaces, which is fantastic for candid preparation shots. We recommend allocating 60-90 minutes of photography during getting-ready—enough to capture details, reactions, and those unhurried moments without feeling rushed. The natural light in these rooms is generally good, though we assess on the day and adjust positioning accordingly.
Ready to Start?

Photographing weddings at
Brandview Ballroom.

Lin & Jirsa has spent over 15 years documenting weddings across Southern California. If you're planning your day at Brandview Ballroom, we'd love to share our experience with the venue and put together coverage that fits your celebration.

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