Galas and Fundraisers at The Legacy
A night worthy of the cause.
A great gala gives guests a reason to give and a night they talk about afterward. The Legacy delivers both: a four-story landmark built by and for the National Western community, where weathered steel, stone and Western art set the stage before the program begins.
Guests can gather for cocktails around the fire pits on the Coors Family Terrace, then move into the National Western Club for a seated dinner for 500 or more. Auctions, paddle raises and awards fit naturally into the flow, and the evening can finish with dancing.
Events We Host
- Black-tie and Western-formal galas
- Benefit dinners and donor appreciation events
- Live and silent auctions, paddle raises
- Awards and honoree celebrations
- Scholarship and foundation events
- Campaign kickoffs and capital-campaign celebrations
Why Organizations Choose The Legacy
- Capacity with presence. Seated dinners for 500+ on Level 4, with views across the campus and toward the Rockies.
- A reception guests linger in. The terrace, lounge and eight bars spread guests out so the cocktail hour never feels crowded.
- A mission-minded home. The Legacy is the permanent home of the Western Stock Show Association, the organization behind the National Western Stock Show, a non-profit founded in 1906.Â
- Room for the whole program. Registration, silent auction, dinner, live auction, and an after-party, all under one roof.
Recommended spaces for galas and fundraisers at The Legacy
| Space | Level | Sq ft | Max capacity | Role in the evening |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Western Club | 4 | 9,842 | 620 | Seated dinner and program for 500+ |
| American Values Conference Center | 2 | 9,191 | 920 | Largest galas, stage and auction displays |
| Coors Family Terrace | 4 | 3,499 | 350 | Cocktail reception with fire pits and views |
| Orr Western Lounge | 4 | 2,240 | 141 | Sponsor or VIP reception, silent auction |
| Wilson Art Gallery | — | — | — | Pre-dinner gallery walk |
FAQ
How many guests can The Legacy seat for a gala dinner?
The National Western Club seats more than 500 for dinner (up to 620). The American Values Conference Center holds up to 920.
Can we hold a cocktail reception and dinner in separate spaces?
Yes. The Coors Family Terrace and Orr Western Lounge are located on Level 4 next to the National Western Club, so guests can go straight from reception to dinner.Â
Is there room for a silent auction?
Yes. The Orr Western Lounge or either of the pre-function areas work well for auction tables.
Start Planning Your Gala.
Book Your Event
Call: 303-297-1166
Email: [email protected]
About The Legacy
The Legacy is a four-story, 115,000-square-foot venue at 4800 National Western Drive, Denver, CO 80216, and the permanent home of the Western Stock Show Association.
It offers more than 44,000 square feet of event space across six rentable spaces and eight bars.
Call 303-297-1166 or email [email protected].
