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Serving the Community Since 1965

Possibly the only remaining community center of its kind in the nation — and still where neighbors come to make memories.

Our Mission & History

A place built by its community, for its community

Originally incorporated as the Maitland Civic Center, the Venue on Lake Lily has, since 1965, been a Maitland-grown and Maitland-supported nonprofit with a single mission: to provide a place where our community can gather and enjoy public, private, and secular events — conveniently located in the heart of Central Florida.

We remain North Orlando and Maitland's premier events center, and quite possibly the only remaining community center of its kind in the nation. With a rich history of community engagement, the Venue is where neighbors come to celebrate, learn, socialize, and — most importantly — make lasting memories.

Founded and funded by neighbors

We are a non-government-owned, non-government-supported nonprofit that has thrived for decades, providing facilities for the civic, religious, literary, charitable, educational, social, and recreational interests of Maitland residents and businesses. All funds from venue rentals go directly to administering and maintaining this storied place where memories are made.

As with all places that enjoy rare tenure, the Venue continues its journey as a vital member of the community — always exploring new ways to serve its mission.

Giving back is our mission

That mission is more than words. We donate 10% of all rentals to three organizations doing vital work across Central Florida — United Abolitionists, IDignity, and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. When you celebrate here, your event helps fight human trafficking, restore identities to the overlooked, and fund the search for a cure for childhood cancer. See how we give back →

"The Venue on Lake Lily continues to evolve and become increasingly important as a place where memories are made."
— Renee Charlan
What We Stand For

Rooted in community


Gather

A welcoming home for public, private, and secular events of every size.

Give Back

Our charter directs us to serve — and we donate 10% of every rental to charity.

Preserve

Stewarding a storied lakeside landmark for the next generation of Maitland.

Celebrate

Nearly sixty years of weddings, milestones, and memories on Lake Lily.

Become part of the story.

Host your next celebration where Central Florida has gathered for generations.