Venue 1235

Venue 1235 is an event venue and event planner in Lawrence, Kansas, situated along North 3rd Street just off Interstate 70. The venue hosts private events such as weddings, birthday parties, concerts, comedians, and celebrations of life, and accommodates community events including live music and fundraisers. Private functions can seat up to 300 guests with tables, while community events can hold up to 800 occupants across 6,000 square feet of climate-controlled indoor space. On-site options include a stocked catering kitchen with a walk-in cooler and high-volume ice machines, popcorn, hot pretzels, and frozen drink machine cocktails. It holds a rating of 4.70 from the customers who have reviewed it.

The building features vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, polished concrete, and stone accents, along with an industrial feel and customizable light fixtures. Two bar areas include a main bar running over 30 feet with bartender service provided. Rentals include a wedding suite or backstage prep room with chairs, mirrors for up to four people, a full-length mirror, and couch seating. The outdoor areas consist of a covered, heated patio and a private fenced-in backyard just under an acre. Additional features include a high-quality projector, modular stages of various sizes, abundant free parking, a ticket office, and ADA-compliant accessible bathrooms and facilities. Access to the space runs from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., and tours can be scheduled through [email protected] or by phone at (785) 856-7800.

Venue 1235 sits just off the Kansas Turnpike on North 3rd Street, about 0.1 miles from the Kansas Highway Patrol VIN Inspection Office and 0.2 miles from the Kansas Drivers License office. The Douglas County Department of Youth Services is roughly 0.3 miles away, and The Teepee at Teepee Junction, a local attraction, is about 0.6 miles from the venue. The positive customer rating reflects a strong standing among event venues serving the Lawrence area.