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The First District Plaza Ballroom is a versatile and spacious event venue in Philadelphia, ideal for large banquets, conferences, galas, and ceremonies. Located at 3801 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, the ballroom offers flexible setup options with seating for up to 1,125 guests in a seated arrangement and up to 1,500 total when configured for standing room. While a current public seating chart isn’t published by an active operator, venue listings provide seating maps to help you plan the layout.
Whether you’re hosting a formal gala, a corporate banquet, or a community gathering, you’ll find practical details here to help you secure your event. We’ve gathered parking, transit access, and nearby hotel and dining options to simplify planning—with trusted partner recommendations to support your stay and your event experience.
We act like your go-to connection in the industry: straightforward, reliable, and ready to help you secure the right setup at the right price. Let us guide you through options and logistics so you can focus on delivering a memorable event.
Accessibility and convenience matter at First District Plaza Ballroom. Multiple nearby parking options include lots and garages in the Market Street corridor, such as the 3816 Market St Lot and the 3711 Market St Garage, with additional access to University City garages to accommodate larger attendee volumes. The venue sits within a short transit reach for riders using SEPTA, including the 40th Street Station on the Market–Frankford Line and Market Street corridor routes, plus bus and trolley options along Market Street. For guests driving from out of town or staying nearby, we’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and dining partners for a seamless experience.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn and the Hilton Philadelphia on Sansom Street, both within walking distance or a brief transit ride to 3801 Market St. For a modern, comfortable stay with convenient access to the venue, consider The Study at University City, located near University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. These partner properties offer special rates or packages when booked through our trusted network.
If you’re planning a reception, banquet, or general session, we’ve got you covered with practical tips on seating, parking, and transportation to help you secure your event quickly and without hassle. Reach out and we’ll help you coordinate the details with trusted venues and nearby partners for a smooth event experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: up to 1,125 seated; up to 1,500 total (standing) depending on setup.
- Address: 3801 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
- Venue type: large event ballroom/banquet hall (First District Plaza Ballroom).
- Seating chart: seating maps available on venue listings (e.g., Philadelphia-Theater.com); no public, official current seating chart published by a active operator.
- Parking: multiple nearby options listed on venue parking pages (e.g., 3816 Market St Lot, 3711 Market St Garage, One University City garages, etc.).
- Transit: nearest SEPTA access includes the 40th Street Station (Market–Frankford Line/Market Street subway) and Market Street corridor transit; bus/trolley options along Market Street are documented.
- Nearby hotels: The Inn at Penn, Hilton hotel (3600 Sansom St) adjacent to UPenn; The Study at University City (near University of Pennsylvania/Drexel); both readily accessible by walking or short transit from 3801 Market St.
- Notable events hosted: NAACP Philadelphia Branch Awards Gala (2017) at the venue; historical references include a 2007 Philadelphia Inquirer piece about events at the ballroom; community gatherings were historically held there.