Silver Lake Ballroom Ends Wedding Bookings After 20 Years

The iconic downtown Shreveport venue is transitioning to a new commercial opportunity.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 11:11am

A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a vintage wedding chandelier repeated in a tight grid pattern, capturing the iconic charm and elegance of the Silver Lake Ballroom in a modern pop art style.The closure of the Silver Lake Ballroom marks the end of an era for one of Shreveport's most beloved wedding venues, but also opens the door for new opportunities in the historic Hunter Building.Shreveport Today

After more than 20 years of hosting weddings, the Silver Lake Ballroom in downtown Shreveport has announced it will no longer be booking new event reservations. The venue's owners are preparing to transition the historic Hunter Building into a versatile commercial space, signaling the end of an era for one of the region's most beloved wedding destinations.

Why it matters

The Silver Lake Ballroom has long been a staple of elegance and history in downtown Shreveport, serving as a premier wedding venue that transformed blank spaces into floral wonderlands, vintage galas, and modern celebrations. The closure of the ballroom for weddings marks the end of an era for the local wedding industry and future brides across the Ark-La-Tex region.

The details

The Silver Lake Ballroom, located in the historic Hunter Building, recently took to social media to share the news of their "New Chapter", stating: "After more than 20 wonderful years of hosting your most memorable moments, Silver Lake Ballroom will no longer be taking new event reservations. We are truly grateful for your trust, our community support, and the joy experienced under this roof." The announcement signals a transition from a celebration hub to a versatile commercial opportunity, as the Hunter Building is now officially on the market for sale or lease, complete with leased offices, multi-room layouts, and prime I-20 visibility.

  • The Silver Lake Ballroom has hosted weddings for over 20 years.
  • The venue recently announced it will no longer be booking new event reservations.

The players

Silver Lake Ballroom

A staple of elegance and history in downtown Shreveport, serving as a premier wedding venue for over 20 years.

Hunter Building

The historic building that houses the Silver Lake Ballroom, now being marketed for sale or lease as a versatile commercial opportunity.

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What’s next

The owners of the Silver Lake Ballroom hope to see the space "continue to shine and serve our community in fresh, exciting ways" as it transitions to a new commercial opportunity.

The takeaway

The closure of the Silver Lake Ballroom for weddings marks the end of an era for one of Shreveport's most iconic and beloved event venues. While the community is losing a premier wedding destination, the transition of the historic Hunter Building presents an exciting opportunity for new growth and development in downtown Shreveport.