Corporate Event Venue in Utrecht: Parties Within the Factory Walls
Organizing a corporate event in Utrecht means choosing a venue that suits your organization. The DeFabrique complex offers more than just a standard event venue. With four venue blocks comprising a total of 21 warehouses, it provides every corporate event with the space it deserves.
Why DeFabrique?
This site has been in operation for over a hundred years, primarily as a factory. It began in 1921 as a factory producing linseed oil and cattle feed, later expanded into a mixed-feed producer, and was given a new lease on life in 2001 as an event venue in Utrecht. An old oil drum serves as a restroom, silos are filled with plants, and a vintage shower serves as a decorative feature among the guests.
Our team of account managers, event producers, and project managers works with you every step of the way—from the initial outline of the program to the last guest leaving the dance floor. Music, catering, decor, and team-building activities all come together in a single, integrated approach.
Clear quotes, a dedicated point of contact, and an approach that adapts to the scale of your event: this combination of atmosphere and convenience makes the difference between simply booking a corporate party and creating an evening your guests will talk about for years to come.
Benefits of a Company Party in Utrecht
Choosing Utrecht for a corporate event means choosing a city that’s easy to reach, with a venue that adds a special atmosphere on top of that.
Right in the heart of the country, on the outskirts of the city The site is located on Westkanaaldijk, between the railroad tracks, the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal, and the A2 highway, close to downtown Utrecht.
Easily accessible You can easily drive onto the grounds via the A2.
Parking 700 free parking spaces, fourteen charging stations for electric cars, and parking attendants who welcome guests and direct them to their spots.
Public Transportation: Maarssen Station is a 15-minute walk away, with trains from Amsterdam and Utrecht. For large groups, we provide an electric shuttle bus.
An alternative within the city: an industrial setting with its own unique story.
What makes DeFabrique unique?
- Spaces full of character. The Copraloods, the Kalvermelkfabriek, the Perserij, and the Smederij: four building complexes, each with its own unique atmosphere, ranging in size from 903 to 1,887 square meters.
- Flexibility. You can connect 21 warehouses as needed: an intimate dinner in a single warehouse or a large corporate party spanning multiple venue blocks.
- Large capacity. From 150 to 3,500 guests: your company party can scale to accommodate the size of your group, without leaving the city.
- Music and lighting that move with the crowd. We tailor the sound systems and LED lighting to the event, whether it’s a quiet get-together or a night with a DJ and a dance floor.
- Catering featuring local ingredients. From a full-course dinner among the silos to a snack platter that rounds out the evening.
- Sustainability. Green Key Gold certification, 334 solar panels, 99 percent LED lighting, and electric shuttle service make hosting a company party in Utrecht a sustainable choice as well.
For what types of corporate parties and events?
Company parties come in many forms. For example:
- An end-of-year party for an organization based in or around Utrecht, with guests who can easily get there from home or the train station.
- An anniversary in which the company's history beautifully aligns with the history of the location.
- A networking event for clients and partners from the Utrecht region, with an atmosphere that’s different from a typical business reception.
- A celebration after a successful project, with a group large enough to have its own block of rooms.
- A combination of dinner and a party, where the business portion flows into an evening of music and dancing.
Combine multiple venue spaces, and a company party will have the flexibility to transition from a reception to a dinner and then to a night of dancing with a DJ—all on the same grounds on the outskirts of the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly in Utrecht is DeFabrique located? We’re on Westkanaaldijk in Utrecht, between the railroad tracks, the Amsterdam-Rhin Canal, and the A2 highway, within walking distance of Maarssen Station.
What sets this venue apart from other event venues in Utrecht? The combination of industrial heritage dating back to 1921, a location on the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal, and four distinctive venue blocks is what distinguishes it from typical event venues and canal-side properties in the city.
Is there enough parking available for a company party in Utrecht? The grounds feature 700 free parking spaces, along with 14 charging stations for electric cars and parking assistance.
Is DeFabrique accessible by public transportation? Maarssen Station is a 15-minute walk away, with trains from Amsterdam and Utrecht. For large groups, we provide an electric shuttle bus.
How many guests can a corporate party in Utrecht accommodate? The four venue blocks combined can accommodate 150 to 3,500 guests, depending on which combination you choose.
Is DeFabrique a sustainable choice for a company party in Utrecht? We hold the Green Key Gold certification and use solar panels, LED lighting, and electric vehicles.
Looking for a venue for a corporate party in Utrecht?
Call or email us, or request a quote right away. Together, we’ll make history!
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