Ioannis Vellidis Convention Center is an estate destination wedding venue in Thessaloniki, Greece, hosting 20 to 500 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Thessaloniki International Airport 'Makedonia' (SKG), 20 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Ioannis Vellidis Convention Center
Ioannis Vellidis Convention Center distinguishes itself as Thessaloniki's largest dedicated events facility, offering 15,000 square meters of pillar-free, modular space that adapts to any wedding configuration.
About Ioannis Vellidis Convention Center
Ioannis Vellidis Convention Center distinguishes itself as Thessaloniki's largest dedicated events facility, offering 15,000 square meters of pillar-free, modular space that adapts to any wedding configuration.
Located in the city center with direct metro access, this venue eliminates the countryside travel requirement common to Greek destination weddings while maintaining sophisticated, contemporary architecture.
Its institutional scale and technical infrastructure rival European capitals, making it the rare Greek wedding option equipped for 500+ guest celebrations.
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Large convention centre, I visited to attend Thessaloniki Comic Con.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SKG, 20 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 15,000 sq meters of flexible, column-free event space with modular room configurations
- Capacity ranges from intimate 20-person ceremonies to 500+ guest receptions
- On-site parking and direct access to Thessaloniki Metro Line 1
- Full in-house catering, audiovisual, and event management services included
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival at Thessaloniki airport; hotel check-in
- 10:00 AMRehearsal at venue
- 6:00 PMWelcome dinner for guests (optional, off-site or catered)
- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and cocktail hour at venue
- 5:00 PMCeremony in main ballroom
- 5:30 PMCocktail reception
- 7:00 PMDinner and dancing reception
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- SKG · about 20 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Thessaloniki International Airport 'Makedonia'.
- Typical total
- €5,000-12,000+Aisle estimate
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€5,000-12,000+ (varies significantly by guest count and service selections)
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €45-75 a headAisle estimate
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€45-75 (catering dependent on menu)
- Room rate
- €60-250 a nightAisle estimate
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€60-250 (city center hotels)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 231 029 1111
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Venue rental is separate from catering. A 150-person wedding with mid-range catering typically costs €8,000-10,000 for venue and food. Guest accommodations and external vendors (flowers, photography, music) are additional. Request formal quote directly from management.
Questions about the venue
Is this venue suitable for a 300-person wedding?+
Yes. The center regularly hosts events of this scale with separate ceremony and reception spaces, dedicated bridal suites, and comprehensive catering infrastructure.
What's included in the venue rental?+
Tables, chairs, basic lighting, climate control, and event coordination. Catering, flowers, photography, and entertainment are typically booked separately or through their preferred vendor list.
Can we host both ceremony and reception here?+
Absolutely. Multiple ballrooms allow you to stage the ceremony in one space and transition guests to the reception area without leaving the facility.
What's the nearest airport?+
Thessaloniki International Airport 'Makedonia' is 15km away, approximately 20 minutes by car or taxi.
Are there hotels nearby for guests?+
Yes. The city center location provides access to 50+ hotels within walking distance or a short taxi ride, ranging from budget to luxury properties.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.