A 10,000 sq ft music-forward reception venue in SE Portland. Built-in stage. Pro sound & lighting. No ballrooms. No buyouts. Just a space with real personality.
A lot of private event spaces look the same. Lifeless ballrooms, dirty nightclubs, expensive buyouts. It's hard to find a space that excites you.
The Get Down was built to fix that. Our SE Portland space features a full professional stage, sound and lighting system, solid hardwood dance floor, full bar, and walls you'll actually want to photograph. The personality hits you the moment you walk in.
We specialize in reception bookings for couples who've handled the ceremony and are ready for the real celebration to begin.
The heart of the night. A full professional stage, built-in sound and lighting, and a large solid hardwood dance floor. Designed so your band or DJ can own the room from the moment doors open.
A private bar, lounge seating, and a built-in pool table. The ideal cocktail hour space, after-party room, or intimate overflow area. Full Get Down atmosphere at a more social scale.
A private room with lounge seating and a relaxed atmosphere to get ready with your people. Includes access to a private full bath with shower and full vanity — right off the main venue floor.
A private room to get ready in style. Pool table, leather lounge seating, and a TV — your own space away from the action until it's time to celebrate.
Every event is custom-quoted based on your date, guest count, and vision. Reach out to get started.
Full venue access with everything you need for a high-energy, music-driven celebration.
Included
Available add-ons
Sound technician · Lighting technician · Signature cocktails · Photo booth · Vendor coordination
Elevated production support, premium access, and a smoother experience from start to finish.
Everything in Reception, plus
Available add-ons
Signature cocktails · Preferred caterer coordination · Photo booth · VIP enhancements
The highest level of service, flexibility, and immersive celebration available at The Get Down.
Everything in Signature, plus
Available add-ons
Additional production support · Custom VIP enhancements · Premium bar packages
Pricing varies by season, day of week, guest count, and production complexity. Select marquee dates (Halloween, New Year's Eve) available by custom premium inquiry only.
Listed on Zola, The Knot, and WeddingWire
State-of-the-art audio engineered for live bands and DJs. No rental truck. No surprise fees. Plug in and play.
Full in-house lighting rig included. The room transforms from cocktail hour ambient to full dance floor in seconds.
A proper elevated stage for your live band, DJ setup, speeches, or ceremony reveal. No risers to rent or assemble.
A large solid wood dance floor built to hold a crowd and take a beating. Because that's what it's here for.
Dedicated bar space with full-service capabilities including draft beer, full spirits, and signature cocktail options.
Open the whole 10,000 sq ft or subdivide for ceremony-to-reception flow. The space works around your vision.
Bring your own caterer or let us connect you with our preferred partners for a full vendor coordination experience.
A dedicated venue manager at every event. Strong background in wedding and corporate planning — we've seen it all.
Working with The Get Down was a game-changer for our wedding day. Blake, their coordinator, was spectacular from start to finish — he communicated clearly about every detail and had really cool ideas that we actually implemented. The high-end technology is seriously impressive; the lights and sound transformed our space into something we didn't know was possible.
My husband and I had the fabulous honor of being the first wedding at The Get Down in October of 2023! The theme was Charmed, and the space truly felt like we had transformed it into P3. The team was incredible and made our vision come to life in ways we hadn't even imagined.
The Get Down is primarily a wedding reception venue. We're at our best when couples host their ceremony elsewhere and come to us for the party — our space is optimized for dancing, live music, and the kind of energy that makes a reception actually memorable.
That said, our flexible layout can accommodate ceremony-to-reception flow for certain formats. Ask our team what's possible for your date and guest count.
Fill Out An Inquiry FormCan we bring a live band?
Absolutely. The Get Down has a proper stage and pro sound system built for live bands. Professional sound and lighting technicians are available (included in Signature and Full Venue packages).
What's the maximum guest capacity?
450 standing or 300 seated across the full venue. Seated capacity varies based on your layout. The full space is over 10,000 sq ft.
Do you host ceremonies?
We're primarily a reception venue. Most couples use us after hosting their ceremony elsewhere. Ceremony-to-reception flow is possible for some formats — ask us.
Can we bring outside catering?
Yes. Outside caterers are welcome. We can also connect you with our preferred catering partners for a full vendor coordination experience from start to finish.
Are the bridal suites private?
Yes. Two separate green rooms — one with a private bath, shower, and full vanity. Included in Signature and Full Venue packages.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend reaching out 6–12 months in advance for peak dates, which book quickly. Off-peak and weekday dates tend to have more flexibility. Contact us to check availability for your date.
Is the sound system included?
Yes — the full professional sound and lighting system is included in all packages. No extra equipment rental required. Tech specs are available on our website.
Do you have parking?
We're located at 680 SE 6th Ave in Portland's SE Industrial district. Street parking and nearby lots are available. Contact our team for parking guidance specific to your event size.
Peak dates go fast. Reach out to check your date and schedule a walkthrough of the space.
events@thegetdownpdx.com · 680 SE 6th Ave Portland, OR 97214
