Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center

Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center The Franciscan Center is loacted on the beautiful campus of Lourdes University! Sylvania,Ohio

https://lourdes.edu/rent-the-franciscan-center/

Nestled within the scenic Sylvania Franciscan Village campus in Sylvania, Ohio, the Franciscan Center offers a unique and inspiring venue for your next event. This versatile 19,000-square-foot facility provides a warm and inviting space perfect for a wide range of occasions, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Our theater, seating 850 guests, is an ideal setting for everything from cap

tivating community theater productions and local performances to corporate presentations and engaging lectures. The Franciscan Center also features well-equipped conference rooms for groups ranging from fifteen to 200 attendees and a spacious and charming commons area that can be transformed for banquets, fashion shows, and special events. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, a meeting, a lively party, or an enlightening seminar, the Franciscan Center offers the perfect environment to bring your event to life. We are here to help you create unforgettable experiences backed by a dedicated team ready to support your vision. Faculty and staff receive a 10 percent discount on renting the Franciscan Center facilities, and Alums and nonprofit organizations receive a 15 percent discount. In addition to facility rental, the center also provides services and amenities to help make your event a success. Located in scenic Sylvania, it provides an ambiance and tranquility unlike any other.

We are so happy to have had the 2025 Womens Leadership Summit at the Franciscan Center for the second year in a row! It ...
08/20/2025

We are so happy to have had the 2025 Womens Leadership Summit at the Franciscan Center for the second year in a row! It turned out to be such a wonderful event! Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce

Looking for a venue with a full-service bar? The Franciscan Center offers a variety of customizable bar packages to suit...
08/19/2025

Looking for a venue with a full-service bar?

The Franciscan Center offers a variety of customizable bar packages to suit your event’s needs. No need to coordinate with outside beverage vendors—our in-house services have you fully covered!

✨ Booking for 2026 & 2027! ✨Planning your dream wedding? The Franciscan Center at Lourdes University is now accepting re...
08/12/2025

✨ Booking for 2026 & 2027! ✨
Planning your dream wedding? The Franciscan Center at Lourdes University is now accepting reservations for Summer and Winter 2026 & 2027 receptions! 💍❄️☀️
From elegant indoor spaces to personalized service, we’ll help make your special day unforgettable.
📅 Dates fill fast—secure yours today!

Tomorrow at 7pm!📚
07/29/2025

Tomorrow at 7pm!📚

FOUR DAYS until graces our beautiful city with her presence! 👏🏻

We still have $35 VIP tickets and $25 General Admission tickets available... Both tickets come with a copy of the book, which you can have signed at the VIP reception or after the main event! Head to the link in our bio to snag a ticket today!

Looking for the perfect place to host your wedding reception? 💍✨ The Franciscan Center in Sylvania, Ohio offers a beauti...
07/21/2025

Looking for the perfect place to host your wedding reception? 💍✨ The Franciscan Center in Sylvania, Ohio offers a beautiful and elegant setting for your special day.

The Franciscan Center📍6832 Convent Blvd Sylvania,Ohio
07/18/2025

The Franciscan Center

📍6832 Convent Blvd Sylvania,Ohio

📞 Need to reach us? We’re here to help!Contact The Franciscan Center for events, rentals, or general info.📍 Sylvania, OH...
07/17/2025

📞 Need to reach us? We’re here to help!
Contact The Franciscan Center for events, rentals, or general info.
📍 Sylvania, OH
🕗 Monday–Friday, 8AM–4PM (with flexible hours!)

Planning a conference, seminar, or performance? Our Commons, conference rooms, and theater spaces are designed to bring ...
07/17/2025

Planning a conference, seminar, or performance? Our Commons, conference rooms, and theater spaces are designed to bring people together! Use the link in our bio to book the space!

It’s a joy to serve our community through meaningful events and shared experiences. These kind words from our guests rem...
07/16/2025

It’s a joy to serve our community through meaningful events and shared experiences. These kind words from our guests remind us why we do what we do!

07/15/2025
✨ Exciting News! ✨The Franciscan Center is now on Instagram! 🎉Follow us at to see beautiful event setups, behind-the-sc...
07/15/2025

✨ Exciting News! ✨

The Franciscan Center is now on Instagram! 🎉
Follow us at to see beautiful event setups, behind-the-scenes moments, and testimonials from our amazing guests!
📸 Don’t miss out—give us a follow and share with your friends!

🎓 Attention Northview & Southview Parents! 🎓It’s about time to celebrate your senior’s big milestone! ✨ Host the perfect...
03/29/2025

🎓 Attention Northview & Southview Parents! 🎓

It’s about time to celebrate your senior’s big milestone! ✨ Host the perfect graduation party at the Franciscan Center right here in Sylvania. We're happy to help with your celebration!

We offer a beautiful mix of indoor and outdoor space for a strolling party, perfect for creating lasting memories with family and friends. Plus, we make it easy with in-house catering options to take the stress out of the meal.

Just a bit of what we can help with:
✔️ Food & Beverage – Customized to fit your tastes and budget ✔️ Linen & Decor – We’ve got you covered to match your theme! ✔️ DJ, Photographers & More - Let us coordinate with local pros to ensure the best entertainment and memories
✔️ Stress-Free Event Planning – One-stop shop for all your graduation party needs!

The Franciscan Center is the place in Sylvania to celebrate your graduate's success! We currently have a couple weekday and weekend dates available in July and August.

Book now to make their day as special as they are. 🎓
Contact us to learn more and reserve your spot today!

Address

6832 Convent Boulevard
Sylvania, OH
43560

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 11pm
Saturday 8am - 11pm

Telephone

+14195178950

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Franciscan Center Rentals

The Franciscan Center is a beautiful, full-service, state-of-the-art theater and conference center located on the Sylvania Franciscan Village campus in Sylvania, Ohio.

The center features a full-service theater that seats 850 patrons and is capable of hosting a fully staged and technically challenging performance or a simple lecture event. It also features smaller conference rooms seating anywhere from 15 to 200, a gymnasium, and a beautiful commons that’s often used for dinners, banquets, style shows, a multitude of special events and wedding receptions. As a rental facility, the Franciscan Center is available for wedding receptions, meetings, parties, trade shows, seminars and a variety of other types of events.

Faculty and staff receive a 10% discount on rental of the Franciscan Center facilities, and Alumni and non-profit organizations receive a 15% discount. Many types of entertainment events are presented at the Franciscan Center.