The Electra Event Room

An indoor venue with floor-to-ceiling windows, private patio, audio visual, warming kitchen, and enclosed bar. Ideal for meetings, receptions, and dinners.

Maximum Capacity
Dimensions 38′ x 49′
120 Seated Dinner
150 Reception
120 Auditorium

The Overlook

A scenic outdoor event space offering stunning views of Birmingham. Perfect on its own or paired with the Electra Room or Vulcan Plaza for larger gatherings.

Maximum Capacity
Dimensions 54′ x 67′
175 Seated Dinner
250 Reception
200 Ceremony

Vulcan Plaza

Steps from Vulcan Center, this open-air space features a panoramic view and a giant stone map of Birmingham—ideal for casual or formal events.

Maximum Capacity
Dimensions 50′ x 56′
70 Seated Dinner
100 Reception

Park Rules for Events

For a safe and pleasant experience, please refrain from the following prohibited activities during your EVENT:

  • Drones and remote control aircraft
  • Firearms
  • Pets off leashes
  • Smoking and vaping
  • Bicycles, Skates, Skateboards, etc.
  • Barbecuing
  • Open flames
  • Soliciting
  • Balloons (outdoor use is not permitted, only indoors in Electra)
  • Floating Lanterns

PROHIBITED DECOR

  • Confetti
  • Poppers
  • Glitter
  • Fake Snow
  • Feathers
  • Loose Petals or Foliage for tossing/throwing

DRONES

Vulcan Park & Museum is home to the federally protected Vulcan statue, a significant historical monument. For the safety and protection of the site, flying drones on the grounds is strictly prohibited without prior authorization. Please note that there will be a fee for authorized drone use during private events and weddings. Unauthorized drone operations will result in removal from the premises and potential legal action. 

PETS

Pets are prohibited off-leash on park grounds, inside the Museum, Observation Tower, and during public events. Visitors are required to clean up after their pets and utilize the waste bags provided throughout the park. Service animals are always welcome.

Firearms 

For the safety of all visitors and staff, firearms and other weapons are strictly prohibited on the grounds of Vulcan Park & Museum, including the Museum building, Observation Tower, and all event spaces. This policy applies to both open and concealed carry.

Amenities & Services

Approved Caterers

Click the button below to view our select group of experienced caterers to assist you with the event details:

PREFERRED CATERERS

Warming Kitchen

Catering style kitchen equipped with a three-compartment sink, prep station, commercial fridge, and two warmers.

Free Parking

Parking for over 200 vehicles. Golf cart available to transport guests for an additional fee.

Museum and Observation Tower

Access for your guests to the Observation Tower and Museum at Vulcan Park

Audio/Visual Equipment

Laptop and tablet compatible, 100″ screen, LCD projector, VCR/DVD/CD player, wireless lavaliere microphone, wireless handheld microphone, podium microphone

Free WIFI

Wireless internet access complimentary for private events

Indoor Furnishings

Podium, 150 chairs, twenty 48″ round tables, eight 6’ banquet tables, sixteen 60″ x 18″ classroom tables, four 32″ round high boys

Outdoor Furnishings

Limited outdoor furnishings available (tables and chairs not included). Once approved, tents and other furnishings are allowed through third party vendors.

Bartending Service

All events intending to serve alcohol must obtain and serve alcohol through B&B Bartending. In compliance with the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board regulations, no outside alcohol is permitted on the property including miniatures, flasks, bottles, etc.

Onsite Event Manager

Event professional onsite for your event to assist with all your event needs.

Discount in The Anvil Gift Shop

One-time 20% discount on merchandise in The Anvil Gift Shop.

Multi-Space/Day Bookings Discount

Discount available for booking multiple event spaces (The Overlook, Electra Room, Vulcan Plaza) or multiple days.

Contact Event & Venue Sales Manager for details at [email protected]

Availability

Facilities available for use seven days a week. Confirm the availability schedule with our Event Manager.

Handicap Accessible

Ramps and elevators are available. We are happy to assist you with any special needs you may have.

Caterers

Next to the venue, one of the most important components of any successful event is the food. Whether you’re looking for casual hors d’oeuvres, festive finger foods, or an elegant plated dinner, Vulcan Park and Museum has a comprehensive selection of caterers as varied as they are delicious. Check out our approved catering list to find the caterer that’s right for your event.

No outside food or beverage is permitted. However, you may select your own caterer for celebratory cakes (birthday, wedding, anniversary, etc).

PREFERRED CATERERS LIST

Beverage Service

In an effort to ease your event planning experience at Vulcan Park and Museum, we have partnered with B&B Bartending to provide a certified professional beverage service for all events. This service will minimize the possibility of any liability issues, provide an economical beverage solution, and will allow for a variety of beverage services offered beyond the scope of the traditional cash or open bar options. B&B offers an assortment of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options in order to effectively provide for different types of events (private, corporate, weddings, etc.). B&B Bartending has been providing exclusive beverage services for more than 10 years and is dedicated to making your event perfect.

All events intending to serve alcohol must obtain and serve alcohol through B&B Bartending. In compliance with the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board regulations, no outside alcohol is permitted on the property including miniatures, flasks, bottles, etc.

CONTACT B&B Beverage Management at 334.734.2468 and [email protected]