Chandler Meetings & Events Guide

Chandler MEETINGS & EVENTS PLANNING GUIDE

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inutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Chandler is an ideal meeting destination where its thriving business environment, vibrant downtown, world-class shopping, lively dining scene, arts & culture activities, outdoor recreation, award-winning meeting facilities and sunny disposition all come together. With easy access to national sport venues and major attractions Chandler's convenient location is great for small meetings and was recognized as one of Cvent's Top 50 US Meeting Destinations for 2014. Consider Chandler for your next meeting, after all, we’ve been mixing business and pleasure since 1912.

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ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Best Western, Chandler Inn 2 Comfort Inn, Fairfield Inn, Motel 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

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6, Chandler Southgate Hotel, Super 8 Courtyard by Marriott Courtyard by Marriott & Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Crowne Plaza Phoenix Chandler Golf Resort Drury Inn and Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites, Homewood Suites by Hilton Element by Westin Hampton Inn, Homewood Suites Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Hilton Phoenix Chandler Holiday Inn Phoenix Chandler/Ocotillo

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Chandler-Fashion Center Quality Inn Redwood Motel Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Staybridge Suites of Chandler

POINTS OF INTEREST 1 Arrowhead Pool 2 Bear Creek Golf Complex 3 Bob Bondurant School of 4 5 6 7

High Performance Driving Chandler Bike Park at Espee Park Chandler Center for the Arts Chandler Chamber of Commerce Chandler City Hall/Chandler Visitors Center

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Price House Chandler Regional Hospital Desert Breeze Park Railroad Desert Oasis Aquatic Center Downtown Chandler Downtown Ocotillo Environmental Education Center and Veterans Oasis Park Hamilton Aquatic Center Ice Den Chandler Ironwood Golf Club ImprovMANIA Lone Butte Casino Lone Tree Golf Club Nozomi Aquatic Center

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Ocotillo Golf Resort Paseo Vista Recreation Area Phoenix Premium Outlets Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse Snedigar Sportsplex, Skate Park & Dog Park Springfield Golf Course Sunbird Golf Club The Shoppes at Casa Paloma Tumbleweed Park, Recreation Center, Chandler Tennis Center, Playtopia and Arizona Railway Museum

33 Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino 34 Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park 35 Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery of Western American and American Indian Art

GETTING TO CHANDLER While business travel can be challenging, Chandler is only minutes away from “America’s Friendliest Airport” where Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport provides exceptional air service making it easy to get your attendees to Chandler!

• Nonstop service to more than

80 domestic and 20 international destinations.

• More than 1,200 daily arrivals and

departures making Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport one of the nation’s 10 busiest airports for passenger traffic.

• 16 major airlines including American, Southwest, United, Delta, British Airways and WestJet.

• Full-service rental car center

featuring 14 companies located under one roof.

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FRONT COVER: Photo Credit: Crowne Plaza Phoenix Chandler Golf Resort The Chandler Meeting and Event Guide is produced and published by the City of Chandler, Economic Development Division in conjunction with Hennen Publishing & Marketing Group (480.664.0541). Photography provided by City of Chandler and Chandler business venues. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy at time of publication. June 2017 Chandler Office of Tourism MS 416, PO Box 4008, Chandler, AZ 85244, USA PHONE: 480.782.3037 FAX: 480.782.3040 WEBSITE: ChandlerMeetings.com

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FUN FACTS The contemporary and awardwinning Hilton Phoenix Chandler hotel recently renovated.

Crowne Plaza Phoenix Chandler Golf Resort

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handler features an amazing selection of hotels that feature great value, convenience and excellent service. Whether you are seeking the amenities offered at an Arizona golf resort or a full service, award-wining hotel or a small, upscale select service property, Chandler offers excellent hotels and meeting space for groups from 10 to 200.

Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Chandler Fashion Center 1205 S. Price Road, Chandler, AZ 85286 480.899.8100 druryhotels.com # of Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 210/29 suites

#of Meeting Rooms: 4

The Crowne Plaza Phoenix Chandler Golf Resort anchors Downtown Chandler and is steps away from nearly 30 independent restaurants, wine lounges, and microbreweries.

Total Meeting Space: 3,000 sq. ft.

Indoor Session Capacity: 180 persons 2,200 sq. ft.

Outdoor Session Capacity: N/A

Banquet Capacity: 90 persons 2,200 sq. ft.

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 17 miles

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 16 miles

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his Drury Inn & Suites is conveniently located at Arizona Loop 202 and South Price Road. The hotel is also near the Chandler Fashion Center, golf courses, casinos and more.

At Drury Hotels, our focus is on you! You’ll enjoy Drury’s hassle-free, award-winning service plus our additional free extras that make any reason for travel a breeze!

The Extras Aren’t Extra!® • Free Hot Breakfast and Free Wifi • Microwave & Refrigerator in Every Room • Drury Gold Key Club® Loyalty Program • Free Hot Food & Cold Beverages at the 5:30 Kickback®

The Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Chandler Fashion Center also features: • Corporate Shuttle Service Available • Two-Room Suites • Over 3,000 sq. ft. of Meeting Space • Outdoor Pool & Whirlpool • 24-Hour Business & Fitness Centers • Guest Laundry & Pantry Available • Free Parking Available During your Stay • Room Service Provided by Meridiem Kitchen & Lounge

ilton Phoenix Chandler H 2929 West Frye Road, Chandler AZ 85224 480.899.7400 phoenixchandler.hilton.com # of Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 192/5

Crowne Plaza Phoenix Chandler Golf Resort 1 N. San Marcos Place, Chandler, AZ 85225 480.812.0900 sanmarcosresort.com # of Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 249

# of Meeting Rooms: 18

Total Meeting Space: 35,000 sq. ft.

Indoor Session Capacity: 800 persons 9,600 sq. ft.

Outdoor Session Capacity: 400 persons 5,000 sq. ft.

Banquet Capacity: 600 persons 9,600 sq. ft.

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 18 miles

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# of Meeting Rooms: 12

Total Meeting Space: 16,226 sq. ft.

Indoor Session Capacity: 300 persons 4,000 sq. ft.

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ith more than 100 years of history, the renovated Crowne Plaza Phoenix Chandler Golf Resort is known for its legendary beauty. From the spectacular lobby to the spacious guest rooms, the Crowne Plaza has regained her place as Arizona’s first and finest golf resort. Our 35,000plus square feet of highly versatile indoor/outdoor meeting space is ready to accommodate all events, from conventions and trade shows to executive retreats. Eighteen fully equipped conference rooms include three ballrooms, an elegant boardroom, amphitheater and several other flexible meeting venues all equipped with the latest technology. The Crowne Plaza is an exceptional venue for meetings, weddings and corporate events, and our professional Crowne Meetings Director will be there to assist your every need. Stroll along our 100acre lushly landscaped grounds, and enjoy a round of golf. Relax late in Vaya, the new Aveda salon, or in our heated Jacuzzi spa and sparkling pool, followed by dinner in AJ’s Restaurant and a drink in the 1912 Lobby Bar. Located in Historic Downtown Chandler, we invite you to experience our legendary resort and hospitality for your next event.

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e near it all when you stay at Hilton Phoenix Chandler. Our award-winning and recently updated hotel has a prime location near Loop 101 and Loop 202 - moments from Chandler Fashion Center and close to Intel, Microchip, NXP and many other corporations. We have your favorite amenities like free WiFi, a restaurant and bar, outdoor pool and whirlpool, fitness center, Executive benefits, and an area shuttle. Our Chandler hotel is pet-friendly, too.

Outdoor Session Capacity: 200 persons 6,600 sq. ft.

Banquet Capacity: 300 persons 4,000 sq. ft.

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 16 miles

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 17 miles

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Courtyard Phoenix-Chandler 920 N. 54th St. Chandler AZ 85226 480.763.9500 chandlercourtyard.com

# Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 156/4

# Meeting Rooms: 5

Total Meeting Space: 1,941 sq. ft.

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oliday Inn at Ocotillo offers flexible and newly renovated event space with neutral colors and natural/adjustable lighting all with 9-foot ceilings.

Largest space opens up onto outdoor patio.

oliday Inn at Ocotillo H 1200 W. Ocotillo Road, Chandler, AZ 85248 480.203.2121 holidayinnchandler.com

Type of Banquet

Meeting Venue: Classroom Boardroom

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 10 miles

# of Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 106

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 23 miles

# of Meeting Rooms: 4

Total Meeting Space: 2,566 sq. ft.

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ur two meeting rooms, Navajo and Yavapai, are flexible meeting spaces that can be configured to accommodate various set-ups. At 720 square feet, the Navajo room can accommodate up to 70 guests theater

style. Our restaurant, The Bistro, offers breakfast & dinner and features a selection of StarbucksÂŽ beverages. Our full-service kitchen freshly prepares and caters breakfast, lunch, dinner as well as mid-day snacks.

Indoor Session Capacity: 120 persons 2,265 sq. ft.

Courtyard and Fairfield Inn & Suites Chandler/Fashion Center 1100 S. Price Road Chandler, AZ 85286 480.855.8600 marriott.com/phxcf marriott.com/phxff

Outdoor Session Capacity: N/A

Banquet Capacity: 120 persons 2,265 sq. ft.

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 20 miles

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 17 miles

# Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 150/110

# Meeting Rooms: 2

Total Meeting Space: 1,200 sq. ft.

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Type of Banquet

Meeting Venue: Classroom Theater

Chandler Southgate Hotel 7474 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, AZ 85226 480.961.4444 chandlersouthgatehotel.com

# of Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 159

# of Meeting Rooms: 2

Total Meeting Space: 1,800 sq. ft.

Indoor Session Capacity: 150 persons 1,800 sq. ft.

Outdoor Session Capacity: 120 persons 2,400 sq. ft.

Banquet Capacity: 120 persons 1,800 sq. ft.

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 12 miles

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Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 16 miles

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 15 miles

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ined with palm trees, umbrellas and lounge chairs, the pool area at Chandler Southgate Hotel will quickly become your refreshing oasis. Give yourself plenty of time to enjoy our on-site amenities, from the 24-hour gift shop and fitness center to the casual restaurant and inviting courtyard. Free Internet access throughout the property and a business center make completing work while you travel easier. Guests who drive or rent a car love the free parking, but we also offer a complimentary shuttle within a five-mile radius for easy trips around town.

Meeting Space Hold a successful gathering of up to 150 guests by reserving the flexible indoor and outdoor event facilities at Chandler Southgate Hotel. You can plan a meeting in the Executive Boardroom with high-speed Internet access, or host a magical wedding reception with customized catering in the Grand Salon. In addition to the more than 6,800 sq. ft. of indoor/outdoor meeting space, our hotel offers audiovisual equipment rentals and planning assistance to ensure every detail is perfect.

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ourtyard and Fairfield Chandler Fashion Center share two meeting spaces. Saguaro Meeting Space is 1200 square feet, and can be divided in half for two spaces.

Saguaro can accommodate classroom, theater, banquet, conference and U-shape style seating. Gila Boardroom

comfortably accommodates 12 people board room style. The hotel is equipped with LCD projectors, screens, polycom speaker phone, microphone, televisions and DVD players. We also offer a delicious menu from our Bistro Restaurant to meet your food and beverage needs while you’re here.

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lement Chandler Fashion Center E 44 S. Chandler Village Dr. Chandler, AZ 85226 480.553.7277 elementchandlerfashioncenter.com

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Homewood Suites by Hilton 7373 W. Detroit St. Chandler AZ 85226 480.753.6200 homewoodsuites3.hilton.com

# Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 107

# Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 83

# Meeting Rooms: 1

Total Meeting Space: 500 sq. ft.

Type of Classroom

Meeting Venue: Theater Boardroom

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 16 miles

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 20 miles

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lement Chandler Fashion Center provides guests with space to live their lives. Take care of business in our spacious meeting room. Fully-equipped with well-designed seating, state-of-the-art A/V technology, and all

in one connectivity station. Easy-access power outlets help polish every presentation, while complimentary wired and wireless high speed internet access keeps everyone connected.

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njoy your next meeting in our perfectly situated Boardroom for 10. The Quackers Room comes fully equipped with a large glass topped table, 10 mobile desk chairs and a well positioned bonus television with connect cables and a ready to use whiteboard.

ampton Inn & Suites Chandler H Fashion Center 1231 S. Spectrum Blvd.

Chandler, AZ 85286 480.917.9500 hamptonchandler.com

# Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 153

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he Hampton Inn conference room can seat up to 32 people with tables, or 40 people for theatre style, (chairs only).

The room is equipped with a white board and

a projector screen. A/V equipment available upon rental request. We can provide light food and beverages upon request. Outside food and beverages are also welcome.

# Meeting Rooms: 1

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 17 miles

Type of Banquet Meeting Venue: Classroom

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 17 miles

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 16 miles

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yatt Place offers flexible Event Space designed to maximize the room’s functionality with an elegant interior. The Space has both interior and exterior entrances, working windows, and in room climate control. The space may be divided by a sound proof air wall,

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 17 miles

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# Meeting Rooms: 1

Total Meeting Space: 750 sq. ft.

Type of Meeting Venue: Boardroom

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 22 miles

# Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 104

# Meeting Rooms: 1

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 17 miles

Staybridge Suites Phoenix Chandler 3990 W Chandler Blvd.

Chandler AZ 85226 480.821.2626 staybridge.com/phxchandler

Total Meeting Space: 200 sq. ft.

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 13 miles

and each area is equipped with dry bars and fixed A/V equipment (provided at no additional fee).

We offer catering at reasonable pricing and allow outside catering with no surcharge. The hotel is only steps from the Chandler Fashion Center Mall with hundreds of shops and 40+ restaurants and pubs.

# Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 133

# Meeting Rooms: 2

Type of Banquet

Meeting Venue: Classroom Theater

Type of Meeting Venue: Boardroom

# Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 129 Total Meeting Space: 1,000 sq. ft.

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 17 miles

Hyatt Place Phoenix Chandler Fashion Center 3535 W. Chandler Blvd.

Chandler, AZ 85226 480.812.9600 ext. 7510 chandler.place.hyatt.com

Total Meeting Space: 588 sq. ft.

Food and Beverage options available upon request. WiFi included complimentary. Be sure to ask about our deeply discounted and/or complimentary rental fees with group bookings. Enjoy your next meeting with us.

omewood Suites Chandler H Fashion Center 1221 S. Spectrum Blvd.

Chandler, AZ 85286 480.963.9500 homewoodsuites3.hilton.com/en/ hotels/arizona/homewood-suitesby-hilton-phoenix-chandler-fashioncenter-PHXCLHW/index.html

# Meeting Rooms: 1

Total Meeting Space: 240 sq. ft.

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he Homewood Suites boardroom can seat up to 8 people. It is designed to be used for quaint meetings. The room is equipped with a whiteboard, a mounted T.V., and

a projector screen. Upon request, light food and beverages may be provided. Outside food and beverages are also welcome.

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he beautiful Staybridge Suites Phoenix Chandler is centrally located providing easy access to major highways/interstates making the short commute to Downtown Phoenix, The Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa and Gilbert

even shorter! Not driving? No need to worry!

The Staybridge Suites is walking distance from Chandler Fashion Center where you can shop to your heart’s desire and find several food options to cure your cravings.

Type of Meeting Venue: Classroom

Distance to PHX Sky Harbor: 16 miles

Distance to Mesa Gateway Airport: 17 miles

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handler, AZ is home to more than 330 sunshine-filled days making it easy to plan an exciting and memorable outdoor event for your clients and guests. From half marathons to concerts to culinary festivals and sporting events, Chandler, AZ has a venue for your next occasion.

CHANDLER FACTS

Founded in 1912 by Dr. Alexander “A.J.” Chandler, the first veterinary surgeon in the Arizona Territory, Chandler has experienced tremendous growth in recent years. Its central location in the southeast valley provides easy access to some of the area’s best attractions, but you don’t have to go anywhere to have a good time. Chandler has great museums and attractions, diverse culture and a vibrant restaurant scene.

Dr. A.J. Chandler Park

POPULATION Snedigar Recreation Center

The Snedigar Recreation Center is brimming with activity offering facilities for baseball, softball, cricket, soccer and a 9,000 sq. ft. recreation center.

All the great reasons that make Chandler a great place to visit - its weather, diversity, culture and so much more - make it an even better place to live. Chandler's population of nearly 250,000 makes it Arizona's fourth largest city.

The newest venue in Chandler, the Downtown Chandler Stage is located in the Dr. A.J. Chandler Park in Downtown Chandler. Perfect for concerts, art festivals, and running events.

LOCATION

Chandler is a short, 20-minute drive from both Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in the southeast valley.

Marathons, festivals and company picnics are a a snap to host at many of Chandler's public parks.

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You’ll have a hard time finding better weather anywhere.

Chandler has an average temperature of 85 degrees and more than 330 sunny days per year.

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The Chandler Tennis Center at Tumbleweed Park is a USTA 2015 award-winning facility featuring 15 lighted courts and 3,000 sq. ft. facility with lobby area, Wi-Fi, concessions and locker rooms.

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TIME ZONE Splash into fun with a grand pool party at one of six aquatic centers and pools, perfect for team building.

Arizona is on Mountain Standard Time and does not observe Daylight Savings Time (mid-March through early November).

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awhide Western Town & Event Center has 13 unique venues and over 80 acres of land for any style of event, banquet, festival, concert or sports outing.

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onsider one of several City of Chandler budget friendly venues for your meeting. Chandler Recreation Department offers meeting and event space including facility, pavilion, and ball-field reservations are available at several City of Chandler sports and recreation complexes. Banquet or classroom space accommodates up to 180 persons and is available at several parks. City park pavilions accommodate group sizes

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up to 200-person capacity and are available at 11 parks in Chandler. Or, get your group active playing baseball, softball, soccer, or cricket at the Snedigar Recreation Park after your meeting in the Community Center’s 2,600 sq. ft. multipurpose room. Play tennis at the Chandler Tennis Center or rent gymnasium space at the Tumbleweed Recreation Center for a group activity following your banquet or classroom meeting in the facility.

Sometimes you’re looking for the non-traditional meeting venue or an off-site adventure and Chandler features a number of unique meeting spaces for dynamic events. How about a private boutique, event facility located in the heart of Downtown Chandler or the main stage at the Chandler Center for the Arts? Will you find inspiration in the heart of a brewery amidst stainless steel tanks featuring extraordinary beer and craft food?

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With both indoor & outdoor options, temperature controlled venues and onsite catering and coordination, let Rawhide handle all the needs of your next event. Within the Rawhide Western Town, we can accommodate anywhere from 10 to 10,000 people with unique rooms such as our Mission Patio, Moonshine Room or authentic 1880’s Saloon.

The Rawhide Event Center is 50,000 sq. ft. with permanent restrooms and oversized garage doors to connect it to the 110,000 sq. ft. Sonoran Lawn and fully lit & paved parking lot.

of Meeting/ # Event Spaces: 2 Total Meeting Space: 5,000 sq. ft.

he most enchanting wedding venue & event space in Arizona. The Ashley Castle is unmatched in elegance, ambiance and luxury, setting the standard for all other medieval wedding venues and banquet halls in the valley.

Rawhide Western Town & Event Center 5700 W. North Loop Road Chandler, AZ 85226 480.502.5600 rawhide.com

Type of Banquet Event Venue: Corporate

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Sports of Meeting/ # Event Spaces: 13 Total Meeting Space: 320,000 sq. ft.

Largest Meeting Space: 50,700 sq. ft. indoors 110,000 sq. ft. outdoors

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ella Rose Estate is Arizona’s most breathtaking indoor and outdoor garden setting wedding, reception and event venue. When renting the venue you will have full access to the two acre private estate, including the garden areas, courtyard as well as the indoor grand ballroom and bridal suites.

Bella Rose Estate 1380 S. Price Road Chandler, AZ 85286 480.477.7930 bellaroseestate.com

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The Ashley Castle 1300 S. Price Road Chandler, AZ 85286 480.503.8030 theashleycastle.com

Type of Banquet Event Venue: Special Event Entertainment of Meeting/ # Event Spaces: 1 Total Meeting Space: 4,800 sq. ft.

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he Center is equipped with three theatres, a 3,700 square foot grand foyer and a 2,000 square foot exhibition gallery. With a total seating capacity of 1,500, the unique design of the Center allows for two rear sections of the main auditorium to rotate 180 degrees to become two more intimate performance spaces: The 350-seat Hal Bogle Theatre and the 250-seat Recital Hall. The facility is primarily available Friday through Sunday for a variety of events including corporate meetings, performances, holiday parties, and banquets. Chandler Center for the Arts can also arrange for group sales of upcoming performances. handler Center for the Arts C 250 N. Arizona Ave. Chandler, AZ 85225 480.782.2688 chandlercenter.org

Type of Banquet Event Venue: Special Event

Theater Gallery of Meeting/ # Event Spaces: 4 Total Meeting Space: 3,700 sq. ft.

Largest Meeting Space: 3,700 sq. ft.

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C Chandler Fashion Center 3111 W Chandler Blvd.

Chandler, AZ 85226 480.812.0152 shopchandlerfashioncenter.com

Type of Banquet Event Venue: Classroom

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handler Fashion Center is the Southeast Valley’s premier shopping destination with an upscale collection of more than 185 stores. Plus, four terrific department stores. We have an array of dining options to satisfy any palette. Chandler Fashion Center is a muststop-shopping destination making it a perfect place to host your next meeting or event. Events can be held in our common area and for something more intimate we offer two meeting rooms.

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OAH’s Event Venue N 2100 E. Yeager Dr. Chandler, AZ 85286 480.855.2971 noahseventvenue.com

Type of Banquet Event Venue: Classroom Theater

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of Meeting/ # Event Spaces: 2

of Meeting/ # Event Spaces: 5

Total Meeting Space: 2,149 sq. ft.

Largest Meeting Space: 1,690 sq. ft.

Total Meeting Space: 9,000 sq. ft.

Largest Meeting Space: 3,528 sq. ft.

anTan Brewing Company S 8 S. San Marcos Pl. Chandler, AZ 85225 480.917.8700 santanbrewing.com/the-brewpub/catering-request/

Type of Banquet Event Venue: Classroom Theater Special Event Corporate Entertainment Gallery

SoHo63 63 E. Boston St. Chandler, AZ 85226 480.878.5663 soho63.com

Type of Wedding Event Venue: Corporate

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Classroom Theater Special Event Entertainment Gallery

of Meeting/ # Event Spaces: 2

of Meeting/ # Event Spaces: 4

Total Meeting Space: 1,600 sq. ft.

Total Meeting Space: 12,000 sq. ft.

Largest Meeting Space: 1,600 sq. ft.

Largest Meeting Space: 3,000 sq. ft.

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t’s easy to mix business and pleasure in Chandler with plenty of things to do when your attendees may have some free time or may elect to extend their stay – they’ll have a great time in Chandler, Arizona.

• Retail therapy at Chandler Fashion Center, The Shoppes at Casa Paloma,

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anTan Brewing Company is changing the face of catering by embracing the importance of supplying great food alongside our award winning craft beer to someone who’s looking for something different. With a wide range of menu options to choose from, our service options are fully customizable. With the help from our culinary team, we have built SanTan Brewing into a destination for foodies, beer geeks and regular folks alike.

OAH’s has a variety of rooms to fit your next corporate event and to put your business in the spotlight. Each space is tastefully designed as a contemporary, functional and inviting backdrop for your event and will be set up according to your specifications before you arrive. Every space at NOAH’s is equipped with free wireless internet, a state-of-the-art audiovisual system, and all of the essentials you will need for a successful event. Our open-vendor policy allows you the flexibility to bring any catering options that fit your event needs.

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oHo63 is a hip and historic wedding and event venue located in Downtown Chandler, Arizona. Offering the perfect combination of modern and elegant, SoHo63 is truly unique. The space includes both indoor and outdoor options, perfect for the Arizona weather! The 12,000 square foot space is a stunning departure from the common country club or banquet hall. With capacities ranging from 20 to 200, the space is sure to suite your event needs. SoHo63 offers a variety of opportunities to customize your event, from unique bar packages, custom catering options, and endless design options. We are dedicated to turning our clients’ visions into reality!

Downtown Chandler or the Phoenix Premium Outlets.

Chandler Fashion Center

• Enjoy a western themed evening with a traditional steakhouse dinner

and old west attractions at Arizona’s most western attraction, Rawhide Western Town and Steakhouse.

• A round of golf at Arizona’s original grass golf course, the San Marcos

Golf Course at the Crowne Plaza Phoenix Chandler Golf Resort or the challenge of the luxurious yet dramatic water features of Ocotillo Golf Resort, a lush, upscale golf course.

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The Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving features three- hour driving courses of high adventure, action packed fun on the Phoenix International Raceway track.

• Enjoy breathtaking scenery with wide open views while horseback riding on the Gila River Indian Reservation via the Koli Equestrian Center.

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• Stroll the trellis lined walkways and explore vibrant Downtown Chandler and an enjoy dinner at an award-winning restaurant or microbrewery.

• Take in an engaging performance at the Chandler Center for the Arts

or ImprovMANIA, an improvisational comedy club located in Downtown Chandler.

• Offer a tour to Sedona, the Grand Canyon, and Navajo Nation or the

Apache Trail with Across Arizona Tours, specializing in business meetings, conventions, and private groups.

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handler is full of flavor…whether you’re craving steak, Asian, Italian, Southwestern or more of a liquid menu, Chandler has just the place for you and your group. Browse visitchandler.com/dining for an expanded list of dining options.

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Abuelo’s Mexican Food Embassy 3440 W. Chandler Blvd.

480.855.0960 abuelos.com Bella Gusto Urban Pizzeria 1964 N. Alma School Road, Ste. 1 480.696.4455 bellagustoaz.com Benihana 3025 W. Chandler Blvd.

480.812.4701 benihana.com

SanTan Brewing Company

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Bernard’s Fine Dining 3751 S. Clubhouse Drive 480.917.6660 ocotillogolf.com Bourbon Jack’s 11 W. Boston St., Ste. 1 480.664.1738 bourbonjacksaz.com The Brickyard Downtown 85 W. Boston St. 480.963.1373 brickyarddowntown.com Buca di Beppo 7111 W. Ray Road 480.785.PAPA 866.EAT.BUCA bucadibeppo.com CHoP 2625 W. Queen Creek Road 480.821.5000 chopchandler.com Crust: Simply Italian 10 N. San Marcos Place 480.917.4903 crustrestaurants.com El Zocalo Mexican Grille 28 S. San Marcos Place 480.722.0303 elzocalo.com

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill 3435 W. Chandler Blvd.

480.814.8003 firebirdsrockymountaingrill.com

The Ivy Mediterranean Lounge

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Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 905 N. 54th St. 480.940.1900 flemingssteakhouse.com The Ivy Mediterranean Lounge 1890 W. Germann Road 480.699.6189 ivyaz.com The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 3065 W. Chandler Blvd.

480.899.7500 kegsteakhouse.com Kona Grill 3111 W. Chandler Blvd.

480.792.1711 konagrill.com La Bocca Urban Kitchen + Wine Bar 1 E. Boston St. 480.584.5853 laboccapizzeriua.com The Living Room Wine Cafe & Lounge 2475 W. Queen Creek Road, 31 480.855.2848 livingroomwinebar.com Majerle’s Sports Grill 3095 W. Chandler Blvd.

480.899.7999 majerles.com

Modern Margarita 1 E. Boston St. 480.454.4295 modernmargarita.com The Old Spaghetti Factory 3155 W. Chandler Blvd.

480.786.5705 osf.com The Ostrich 10 N. San Marcos Place 480.917.4903 crustrestaurants.com/ostrich The Perch Pub & Brewery 232 S. Wall St. 480.773.7668 perchpubbrewery.com Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse 5700 W. North Loop Road 480.502.5600 ext. 1141 rawhide.com Rock Lobster 2475 W. Queen Creek Road 480.821.9000 rocklobsterrocks.com Roy’s 7151 W. Ray Road 480.705.7697 roysrestaurant.com

The Brickyard Downtown

Sandbar Mexican Grill 7200 W Ray Road 480-961-1700 SanTan Brewing Company 8 S. San Marcos Place 480.917.8700 santanbrewing.com Serrano’s Mexican Restaurant 141 S. Arizona Ave. 480.899.3318 serranosaz.com Singing Pandas Asian Restaurant & Bar 757 E. Chandler Blvd.

480.777.5050 Stone & Vine Urban Italian 1035 W. Queen Creek Road 480.659.7438 jgprestaruantsconcepts.com VB Lounge 81 W. Boston St. 480.284.7447 vblounge.com Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill 7221 W. Ray Road 480.893.7550 ztejas.com

Crust: Simply Italian

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