Hutchins Street Square Community Center
Hutchins Street Square Community Center125 S Hutchins St
Lodi, California 95240-1978
United States
Overview
Located in the heart of Lodi, Hutchins Street Square offers one of the region’s most versatile collections of meeting and event spaces. Set on a beautiful historic campus surrounded by tree-lined walkways, the Square provides everything from intimate breakout rooms to a full performing arts theatre and outdoor amphitheatre. Guests and planners benefit from convenient Central Valley access, ample free parking, and a walkable location close to downtown Lodi hotels, restaurants, and wineries.
Hutchins Street Square features a wide range of amenities designed to support seamless events, including onsite kitchens, flexible room layouts, built-in audiovisual capabilities, outdoor patios, private dressing spaces, and dedicated loading access. The campus also offers helpful onsite staff, Wi-Fi, restrooms located near every venue, and optional enhancements such as staging, podiums, easels, and more. Whether you're planning a corporate retreat, wedding reception, training session, or live performance, Hutchins Street Square delivers a welcoming, well-equipped setting for memorable events in Lodi, California.
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Meeting Spaces
Charlene Powers Lange Performing Arts Theatre
This premier performing arts theatre is built for acoustical excellence and professional production standards. It accommodates major performances, concerts, lectures, and large presentations with elegant design details and theatre-grade features.
Key Amenities and Features:
Seating for 769 guests
Orchestra pit accommodating up to 25 musicians
Fly gallery and theatrical curtain system
Exceptional acoustics and handcrafted interior finishes
Kirst Hall
Kirst Hall is the largest indoor event venue at Hutchins Street Square and a standout space thanks to its original brick walls and warm architectural character. Ideal for conferences, galas, celebrations, and wedding receptions, the hall also features its own private patio for outdoor mingling or small ceremonies.
Key Amenities and Features:
Seating for up to 400 guests
Private outdoor patio for gatherings of up to 100
Prep kitchen
Onsite restrooms
Atmospheric twinkle lighting
Historic brick interior
Cottage Room or Pisano Room
These cozy individual rooms are great for small gatherings, birthday parties, club meetings, or breakout sessions. Both rooms offer simple comfort and direct proximity to West Park.
Key Amenities and Features:
Capacity up to 50 guests
Kitchenette with sink and counter
Carpeted layout
Convenient park access for family-friendly events
Cottage/Pisano Combined
This flexible two-room combination is perfect for family gatherings, workshops, and mid-size meetings. The space includes an attached shared patio and sits conveniently near West Park, making indoor-outdoor activities easy to plan.
Key Amenities and Features:
Capacity up to 100 guests
Kitchenette with sink and counter
Carpeted interior
Access to shared patio
Close to West Park
Crete Hall
Crete Hall is a versatile mid-size venue suited for everything from corporate meetings and training sessions to social celebrations. The space offers a clean, neutral backdrop that adapts easily to any event style, plus a full catering kitchen for seamless food service.
Key Amenities and Features:
Seating for up to 200 guests
Full catering kitchen
Built-in projector and sound system
Nearby loading dock for vendor access
Rotunda
Available as an enhancement to full-building rentals, the Rotunda offers an elegant lobby and gathering space with soaring ceilings and natural light. It adds a polished, welcoming touch to private events.
Key Amenities and Features:
Seating and tables available
Restrooms nearby
Grand architectural design ideal for receptions or check-in areas
Thomas Theatre Gallery
The Thomas Theatre Gallery is a unique dual-purpose space ideal for intimate performances, rehearsals, art exhibits, and creative workshops. With hardwood floors and a mirrored wall, it’s equally suited for stage arts and movement-based events.
Key Amenities and Features:
Capacity for 60 guests
Hardwood flooring
Large mirrored wall
Designed for small theatre, dance, or art events
Food and drink not permitted inside
Wishek Amphitheatre
The Wishek Amphitheatre is an outdoor performance venue with built-in grass and concrete seating. Its spacious footprint and open-air design make it ideal for concerts, ceremonies, community productions, and seasonal events.
Key Amenities and Features:
Outdoor amphitheater seating for up to 250
Stage with surrounding landscaped area
Chairs available
Private outdoor setting
Arts Classroom
The Arts Classroom is a functional, well-lit room designed for workshops, small meetings, training sessions, and breakout activities.
Key Amenities and Features:
Capacity for up to 12
Tables and chairs
Two ensuite bathrooms
Counter space and a sink
Green Room
The Green Room is a private, lounge-style space commonly used for performers or VIP event needs. It also works well for small board meetings, executive sessions, or as a bridal suite.
Key Amenities and Features:
Comfortable seating for up to 12
Large square meeting table
Two ensuite bathrooms with showers
Included with Charlene Powers Lange Theatre rentals
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125 S Hutchins St, Lodi, California 95240-1978
Hutchins Street Square 125 S Hutchins St, Lodi, California 95240 asingh@lodi.gov
125 S Hutchins St, Lodi, California 95240-1978
125 S Hutchins St, Lodi, California 95240-1978