Definitely a great spot for a large venue. I came here tonight for a Space Cowboy Fundraiser for…read moreGary Hickey. Large bar and dance floor, lots of seating, and the service was excellent.

I attended a charity event that was at the El Casino ballroom last weekend. This southside venue…read morehosted an event with hundreds of people attending. There was a private parking lot and a huge central space where food was brought in from the outside for a fundraiser for a local chef. There was a wall with numerous bars and several bartender staffing for our event. What I think was most fun was the casino tables since I don't normally gamble and since this was a charity event, we had were each given chips to game with the venue is somewhat dated however, the temperature was very comfortable for a hot time in Tucson and it was spotlessly clean, any trash that was left in the trash cans was removed instantly by staff and things seem to be running very smoothly. So for someone wanting to have a quinceanera or a wedding this seems like a good spot especially since they had a gated parking lot especially for the venue. Parking is so tricky in Tucson. That's a big plus.

It was a holiday winter wonderland gathering at the historic Stillwell House and Garden downtown…read moreTucson Arizona on an early December 2025 weekday evening . With great care driving during 5 pm rush hour traffic congestion entering the event venue the valet parking offered made the arrival and limited parking much easier . I chose to attend to view the historic 1901 venue Stillwell House and Garden to experience with great anticipation snd high expectations as seen and read in many positive Yelp reviews. Our Tucson Yelp GM Isabella J. has touted this venue as one of her favorites which I have not visited before and lived up to said expectations in ambiance , efficiency , and enjoyment. Just a block south of Charro Steak and del Rey Seafood on south 5th avenue on the corner lies this large party venue . Not surprising the venue is owned and part of the large and local Si Charro group growing empire of restaurants in greater Tucson Arizona and beyond. Entering the large center courtyard the Stillwell house was highly decorated and lite up tastefully as a December Holiday party with over a hundred people celebrating a yearly party for the Presidio Group. began in the bar area. Hors d'oeuvres of meatballs & mini chimichangas in one area and large guacamole building table all fully staffed and foods presented colorfully by the Si Charro kitchen on site. In another corner by the bar had hot Mexican chocolate and cafe de ola . And in another corner was a huge cookie table with gingerbread houses and a large gingerbread cookie character anchoring the table filled with sweets . I was impressed with the large comfortable space accommodating this somewhat large crowd very comfortably . The large staff fully attended to the guests every need . After approximately an hour the gathering was surprisingly moved to the north side two story building adjacent to the the patio for a buffet dinner with festive green corn tamales , chicken mole , & prime rib with a bean medley, rice , tortillas , & tossed salad again fully staffed with friendly and efficient servers . Impressive were the seasonal colors and character added to all the food presented to celebrate and garnish the food for the winter solstice holiday season . The green corn tamales and chicken mole were especially tasty as was all the food presented. Following dinner the guests moved back to the patio and bar areas for the cookie table , Mexican hot chocolate & cafe de la ola awaiting a raffle of prizes patrons hoped to win. . Everyone was a winner with small bags of cookies professionally personalized the Presido Group Wealth Management logo for everyone to take home . I can now see why this is a popular wedding & other event venue in this historic large setting . The staff , food , decor ,and setting makes such events quite memorable. I mainly came to make a short visit to experience the venue, during the event my nfl football team the Lions where playing an important Thursday night game with playoff implications. Although I asked in advance if a tv was avaiable only an extremely small tv was hidden and off in the top corner of the bar. If wanted I could follow the game on my phone , but I did not . The food,drink," business friends , & festive historic setting enticed me to stay longer for most of the 2.5 hour early evening event rather than leaving early as pre planned . I couldn't resist staying for the dinner portion catered by Si Charro on site and throughly enjoyed the whole event & Stillwell House and Garden experience. It's now obvious why this is a most popular event location for your complete party venue needs. A true historic local gem" in downtown Tucson. I would consider using Uber or Lyft transportation Uber again at that busy time downtown . I'm told there's a parking garage nearby , the on street parking was full , but the valet parking made arrival much easier,thank you. ( I was told the Stillwell House & Garden has been under the same family ownership since 1901 but cannot confirm they fact ) That said historic 1901 historic Stillwell House and Garden experience is another " feather in cap " so to speak for our downtown city of gastronomy & Si Charro groups ever growing and expanding culinary & social experience.

Came here for the YELP cookie decorating event and it was cutest and the most magical perfect for…read morethe holidays. They also had tamale dinner and vendors and photos with Santa that were available for the public. The decor here was so beautiful. I loved that we get to do these events to network and get to know other yelpers.

What a great venue! This was definitely the place to kick off Sonoran Restaurant Week. Beautiful…read moreatmosphere with 3 levels and a beautiful downstairs speakeasy with inside the vault seating and private cubicles. Excellent service from multiple vendors and staff members. And of course the food so many wonderful choices. Casa Asada was definitely my favorite tonight the tacos were amazing.

Really nice venue. I really liked the speakeasy downstairs with the private seating areas.read more

I was married here this past week and Samantha and her team helped to make this a memorable and…read moresmooth evening. I am a person who likes to plan out everything in advance so that when things happen, I already have a plan in place to be able to fix it, or to have someone else be able to fix it (in this case, I had everything set up to where I would be bothered as little as possible). Samantha was allowing me to meet up with her almost monthly to complete payments and to go over different details as they arose. She was extremely helpful when it came to planning and was amazing at responding to all emails (which I definitely did not get from numerous other vendors). Then throughout the day, she was extremely helpful in keeping they plan we created in motion. The price here is great! If you so chose, this event space allows you to maintain a budget in a medium to lower budget. You have options to have everything included as you prefer (they have different caterers and DJs they contract with) or you can only use the space if you so wish to do. They keep the bar as an open bar (meaning you give them the alcohol and they serve it) and they provide basically all of the non-alcoholic stuff. Samantha even brought in a local prickly pear syrup for prickly pear margaritas that was delicious. There were also different things you could add if you wanted them (upgrades for chairs, an extra getting ready room, a fire pit, etc.) We were allowed to bring in whatever decorations that we wanted, so an individual could lean into the rustic, Southwest theme they already had, or to spin what is there to match just a rustic theme (I personally leaned more towards the mountain/forest theme rather than the Southwest theme). There was a possibility that it would rain on the wedding day in which Samantha spoke with us about the day before. Together we made sure there was a plan in place in case it rained (it didn't so we were able to get married on the lawn). Everything that evening went really smoothly. If I have any tips for future weddings - bring bug spray. Events are mostly outside, at the base of a mountain... you want the bug spray. This event space very much matched everything that I would look for in planning a wedding. It gave me the freedom to do as I wanted creatively, but also assisted in providing structure to maintain the plan I had in place, or fill in some gaps that I was missing. I strongly recommend using the Corona Ranch as an event space and I hope that many groups will have wonderful parties here in the future.

Having our wedding at Corona Ranch was an absolute success. Samantha was very accommodating and a…read morepleasure to work with. We HIGHLY recommend booking here- the grounds are beautiful and great for any event.

Wow Railyard was a great surprise! I'm totally amazed at the venue. It is a great size for a…read moresmall or medium size gathering with a great feel. You can totally adapt venue with any theme you have in mind. Nice open space. The only thing I noticed was one restroom which can be a problem. I didn't really do a total walk through to check out space in back. So all I can hope is there is another one. Definitely look into this space, start looking at food vendors, go talk with Barrio brewery about craft beers, and go throw yourself a great get-together!

Railyard is one of the most unique venues in Tucson. It not just a venue, it's also a co-working…read morespace housed in a restored 1950's warehouse and it's to notch. They have everything you can think of from A/V Equipment is heavy, Hi-Speed Internet,, power point/hdmi connectors, TVs, projector screens, a PA system, furniture and more. There isn't a detail that gets missed. And most importantly, working with Erin (Marketing/Events Manager) is a true joy! She treats your event just as her own. She's incredibly knowledgeable, organized, enthusiastic and one thousand percent committed to making your event perfect! If you're searching for a venue for anything from a wedding reception to corporate event, workshop, etc. Railyard fits the bill! I worked with Erin on a special event and the entire process was fun and stress free. In addition to be a venue, Rail Yard also offers smaller meeting spaces that fit individual needs to small groups. You can rent for the day or lease a workspace from them. Everything is top quality and really beautiful. They also a have a kitchen with coffee and snacks! If I was going to rent an office space, I'd absolutely have one here! It's a beautiful setting with lovely people!

Loved this little Mercado. So many venders set up, very talented folks in Tucson! I bought some…read morecute stuff by some talented local artists, and I couldn't be happier

I recently attended an event here, and truly enjoyed this beautiful space! We enjoyed the outdoor…read morecourtyard area as well as inside. There was plenty of space for tables and vendors, and it's very historic and beautiful both inside and out!

Beautiful venue near downtown Tucson. Tons of flowering trees and bushes, twinkly lights after…read moredark, a fountain and more.

This is an absolutely stunning garden. The beautiful during the day and the lights at night make it…read morelook so magical. Truly a hidden gem. It would be perfect for parties and there is parking in the back. I would love to come back sometime.

I recently attended a health & wellness fitness event hosted at Historic Bates Mansion Hotel in…read moredowntown Tucson, and while the event itself was fun, the real standout for me was the venue. This place is absolutely stunning and full of character. The architecture, décor, and layout feel like a time capsule in the best way possible--layered with history, charm, and so many unique spaces that it honestly feels endless. Courtyards, rooms, nooks, multiple levels... every corner feels like it could host something special. It's one of those buildings where you keep discovering new areas as you walk through, and your mind immediately starts racing with ideas for gatherings, pop-ups, workshops, socials, and creative events. Everything about the space feels intentional, warm, and visually rich without being overdone. Easily one of my favorite event venues I've come across in Tucson so far. Whether you're visiting from out of town or looking for a memorable place to host something locally, this is absolutely worth checking out.

The Historic Bates Mansion is such a beautiful and charming venue. While it's known as a lovely…read morewedding spot, I had the chance to visit for an outdoor wellness event, and it was an amazing experience. The event featured refreshing mocktails afterward and a variety of wellness-focused vendors, which made the whole experience feel intentional and community-centered. We also did a HIIT workout led by K Fit, and it was such a great workout--energizing, fun, and accessible for different fitness levels. What I loved most was the atmosphere. The outdoor setting was beautiful, and it was such a great place to network, meet new people, and make new friends in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Whether you're attending a wedding or a special event, Historic Bates Mansion is a unique and charming space that brings people together. I'd love to come back for another event!