Hen & Ben Event Center

05/06/2026

We are a proud sponsor of Rumble on the River ! If you're in town May 23rd be sure to check it out on the riverfront!

Live music lineup sponsored by Big O Tires, German American Bank, Morgan & Nay, Super ATV, and Zimmer Tractor! 🎶

Rumble on the River Car Show | May 23, 2026

www.casajc.net/rumble

05/03/2026

03/30/2026

🎉 Looking for the perfect place to host your next event?

At Hen & Ben Event Center, we’ve got the space and atmosphere to make any occasion unforgettable! ✨

🎓 Graduation Parties
💼 Corporate Events
💍 Wedding Receptions
🍼 Baby Showers
🎂 Birthdays
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Reunions

Whether you're celebrating a milestone or bringing people together, our versatile venue is ready to make it special.

🏨 Make it even easier for your guests!
We can host everyone right here in our hotel—just book your stay at www.riverboatinnandsuites.com

📍 Conveniently located in downtown Madison
📅 Book your date today and let’s start planning!

📧 Contact us at: [email protected]

02/23/2026

Take Over the Whole Place! 🛥️🎉

Looking for the ultimate destination for your dream wedding weekend, a massive family reunion, corporate event, or an epic private getaway with all your friends?

You can now book out the ENTIRE Riverboat Inn & Suites AND the Hen & Ben Event Center for your exclusive use! Imagine having the whole property to yourselves—no worrying about driving home, sharing spaces with strangers, or cutting the party short.

Here is what your private takeover includes:

🛏️ 50 Guest Rooms: Plenty of space for everyone to stay comfortably right on-site.

✨ The Hen & Ben Event Center: A beautiful, spacious hall complete with tables, chairs, and linens for up to 200 guests.

🍸 Two Fully-Staffed Bars: Complete with our fantastic bartenders ready to pour your favorite drinks all night long.

📅 Flexible Dates: Available to book for wild weekends or relaxed weekday retreats!

Make your next big event truly unforgettable by making our space entirely yours. Dates fill up fast, so do not wait to secure your spot!

📩 Send us a direct message or give us a call today to check availability, get a quote, and start planning the ultimate gathering!

02/03/2026

Celebrate your next big moment at Hen and Ben Event Center 🎉
From graduation parties and corporate events to unforgettable wedding receptions, we’ve got the perfect space to make it shine. ✨
Dates fill fast—book your event today and let’s make it one to remember!

01/04/2026

Historic Charm Meets Industrial Chic 🧱✨

Looking for a venue that’s as unique as your story? Host your next big moment at Hen and Ben Event Center in the heart of historic Madison, Indiana!

Originally a 19th-century brewery, our space blends weathered wood beams and exposed brick with modern luxury. Whether it’s the "I Do’s," a milestone graduation, or a corporate kickoff, we provide the backdrop—you bring the memories.

✅ The Perks:

Seating for up to 200 guests 🥂

Full-service in-house bar & bartending 🍸

40-spot private parking lot (a downtown rare find!) 🚗

ADA accessible & climate-controlled ❄️🔥

Full catering holding kitchen for your favorite local eats 🥘

Budget-friendly. One-of-a-kind. Stress-free.

📍 928 Park Avenue, Madison, IN

Call today! 812-274-0147

11/14/2025

2026 is open for booking and our rates are remaining the same!

🎉Wedding reception package starts at $3,500 and this includes:
-Tables and chairs for up to 150 guests, complete with 3 cocktail tables, head table, cake table, buffet tables, a gift table and a sign in table
-White or black linens
-10 hours of use, with a two hour time slot the day before to decorate
-Two bartenders
-A fully stocked cash/credit bar
-Off street parking
-The ability to use your own caterer or our preferred
-Industrial vibe setting in the oldest standing brewery building in the state!

Non-Wedding reception rates starting at $700 includes:
-Tables and chairs for up to 100 guests, complete with two buffet tables, sign in/appetizer table and 3 cocktail tables
-One bartender
-Fully stocked cash/credit bar
-Up to 5 hours of event time
-Off street parking
-The ability to use your own caterer or use one of our preferred

We offer our clients with a complete list of local businesses for photography, cakes, wedding gowns, tuxes, our preferred caterer, and flowers, to make your event as easy as possible.

Guests who stay at the Riverboat Inn & Suites will also receive complimentary golf cart shuttle rides to and from the event hall, along with shuttle service to downtown Madison.

Email us today to set up an appointment to view the hall.
[email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you!

10/20/2025

We love seeing your celebration come to life!

This wedding reception was accented by the fall hues and cozy decor, which truly highlighted the rustic elegance our space offers.

We still have a few dates left for the fall and winter months, so if you're needing a place for a corporate holiday party, birthday, or last minute reception , give us a call!

09/26/2025

Jose is back! And he is creating beautiful silhouettes and murals inside the Hen and Ben! We are excited to see the end results! 😁

08/20/2025

Have you secured your last minute venue for your party yet?

We have two weekends that just opened up!
November 29th and December 27th.

Contact us today for more information.

We are also booking for 2026!