Services
Weddings
Host your celebration in the most expansive historic wedding venue in Downtown Chico. Our 6,000-square-foot Ballroom offers a stunning blend of industrial elegance and romantic charm, providing a versatile canvas for your ceremony and reception. With its soaring ceilings, original walnut-shell blasted wood beams, and polished cement floors, the space captures a sophisticated, high-end aesthetic that is unique to Northern California.
Designed to accommodate grand celebrations, the Ballroom features romantic bistro string lighting and our iconic reclaimed tin barn doors, creating a timeless backdrop for your first dance. Whether you are planning a large-scale traditional wedding or a modern industrial reception, The Westport provides the scale, style, and central location to make your wedding day unforgettable.
Private Events
From boutique gatherings to grand galas, The Westport offers a premier suite of versatile event spaces in the heart of downtown Chico. Whether you are hosting an elegant rehearsal dinner, a milestone anniversary, or searching for the ultimate intimate wedding venue or micro-celebration backdrop, our historic property adapts flawlessly to your vision.
The Library: A sophisticated, close-knit sanctuary for up to 50 guests. Featuring deep green walls and curated gallery art, it is the premier setting for private multi-course dinners or focused, creative workshops.
The Conservatory: If your event calls for a bright, airy aesthetic, this sun-drenched space serves as a stunning backdrop for up to 200 attendees—perfect for lively cocktail mixers, daytime showers, or professional presentations.
The Ballroom: For major social milestones, grand wedding receptions, and community fundraisers, our expansive Ballroom stands as Northern California’s premier high-capacity historic venue. Featuring polished concrete floors and original open wood beams, this magnificent hall comfortably accommodates 300+ guests for a seated banquet or up to 500 for a vibrant cocktail reception.
By seamlessly blending historic character with modern luxury, The Westport ensures every celebration is executed with a sophisticated, professional edge.
Quinceañeras & Mitzvahs & Proms & Formals
The Ballroom at The Westport is the ultimate destination for Chico’s most high-energy celebrations, from vibrant Quinceañeras and Mitzvahs to elegant Greek formals and proms. This 6,000-square-foot historic space provides the grand scale needed for live bands and packed dance floors, all framed by soaring ceilings and original wood beams. Whether you are hosting a traditional ceremony or a high-end formal, the Ballroom’s industrial-chic atmosphere creates a sophisticated backdrop that elevates every milestone for up to 500 guests.
While the main event unfolds under the chandeliers, it is a poorly kept secret that our designer restrooms—with their bold geometric floors—often end up stealing the show. They have become the unofficial headquarters for guest selfies and mid-party portraits, proving that at The Westport, even the amenities are part of the experience. By combining expansive event capacity with these unexpected, high-design details, we ensure your celebration is the most talked-about event in downtown Chico.
Photography Sessions
Capture the perfect shot at The Westport, downtown Chico's premier destination for high-end photo studio rental, commercial productions, and editorial fashion shoots. Each of our distinct environments offers a rich mix of historic textures and curated lighting, tailored to elevate your portfolio or brand campaign:
The Conservatory: Utilize this sun-drenched, airy space to make the absolute most of spectacular, floor-to-ceiling natural light.
The Library: Lean into a moody, sophisticated aesthetic with deep green walls, curated gallery art, and rich textiles—ideal for high-end portraiture, editorial branding, and intimate lifestyle shoots.
The Ballroom: For large-scale commercial productions and dramatic architectural shots, our grand hall provides an expansive, industrial-chic backdrop featuring original open wood beams and polished concrete floors.
Whether you are capturing the sleek lines of our designer restrooms or utilizing the climbing greenery of our secluded backyard, every corner of the property is meticulously curated to deliver a sophisticated, professional result.
Corporate & Team Building Events
Elevate your next company summit in a space built for collaboration. The Westport provides the premier corporate retreat spaces in Chico, offering distinct environments tailored for executive focus.
Host strategic board meetings or private leadership workshops in the Library for up to 50 standing guests, or utilize the sun-drenched Conservatory for professional presentations, multi-day seminars, and corporate mixers for up to 200 attendees. For large-scale conferences, annual galas, and community fundraisers, our 6,000-square-foot Ballroom seamlessly balances historic character with modern, high-end luxury to ensure your corporate event is executed with a sophisticated edge.