OEC Venue

Events and conferencing venue with the wow factor

OEC Sheffield takes centre stage between two of Sheffield’s iconic leisure and entertainment venues, Owlerton Stadium and Napoleons Casino. A multipurpose venue with a stunning façade and equally impressive interior, finished to a high standard throughout. Built in 2019, OEC Sheffield has become one of the city’s best-loved entertainment venues.

As a fully accessible venue, everyone receives a warm welcome at OEC Sheffield. This contemporary venue has a lot to offer. Boasting adaptable event spaces to comfortably accommodate small, intimate events, all the way to large events for up to 500 guests. With over 400 free parking spaces, good transport links, bicycle storage, and only a short distance from Sheffield city centre, the OEC is hard to beat.

When it comes to a night of fine dining and entertainment, you’ve come to the right place. Hosting a mix of public, private and corporate events, Team OEC are well-known for providing the finest Yorkshire hospitality. Comprising a team of talented chefs, attentive front-of-house-staff, and dedicated event planners, you can rest assured we take pride in getting the finer details just right.

Up to 500 guests

Private or corporate events

400 free parking spaces

Bicycle storage

Fully accessible

Event planning support

Sheffield Events

Stunning Events Venue

This is no ordinary events venue. The OEC is striking from the moment you arrive. Vibrant and exciting exterior lighting welcomes guests as they make their way along the red carpet. There are must-haves for every event: fantastic food, stylish surroundings, the finest hospitality, and easy access. OEC Sheffield ticks every box!

The Rivelin Suite, our main event space, is highly adaptable to accommodate events of all sizes up to 500 guests. The Rivelin Suite can be reconfigured into two or three smaller spaces for more intimate events. With additional VIP Hospitality Boxes and a Boardroom for meetings and presentations, you will find your perfect event space at OEC Sheffield.

Team OEC are on hand to ensure your event is a complete success. We provide all the essentials every private or corporate event needs. Our main events space, the Rivelin Suite, features ample and easily accessible power, complimentary Wi-Fi, and air conditioning. Three-phase power and built-in sound facilities are available in the Rivelin Suite and selected rooms.

Equipment included as standard:

Our Team

Tom Ellis

General Manager

I have over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, building my career in hotels and gaining valuable experience across a wide range of roles, from Front of House through to Food & Beverage Manager. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong understanding of what it takes to deliver exceptional customer service, lead successful teams, and create memorable guest experiences. I am passionate about hospitality and take pride in maintaining high standards, paying close attention to detail, and ensuring every guest receives a warm welcome and outstanding service. I enjoy developing people, driving operational excellence, and continually looking for ways to enhance the overall customer experience.

Martrece Jones

Conference & Events Sales Manager

I've been lucky enough to work in the events industry for the past 11 years, with the last 7 years proudly at OEC Sheffield. Working with different people, communities and businesses, and seeing months—sometimes even years—of planning come together is very rewarding.

Oliver Burr

Events Duty Manager

I have over six years of experience in the hospitality and events industry and currently work as a Duty Manager at the OEC Sheffield. I’m passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and ensuring every event runs smoothly. With a background in hotel operations, conferences and banqueting, I enjoy leading teams, supporting colleagues and creating memorable experiences for every guest.

Chris Latham

Events Duty Manager

I have been a part of the A&S leisure group for 17 years, over that time I have held multiple roles and gained valuable experience within the hospitality industry. Using my experience and flexibility, I pride myself on giving outstanding customer service to achieve the greatest experience

Jasmine Cox

Events Coordinator

I recently joined the team at OEC Sheffield, bringing experience in event planning and seven years in hospitality. I love meeting new people, building great relationships, and helping create memorable events. Seeing everything come together and making each event special is what I enjoy most.

Emma Scanlon

Receptionist

I’ve been part of the team at OEC Sheffield for the past 4 years, having previously worked in the travel industry. I’ve always enjoyed customer – focused roles and love meeting new people and making every guest feel welcome. I enjoy being part of such a friendly team and helping to make every event a great experience.

Kieran Wildsmith

Head Chef

I’ve worked in hospitality for 16 years, gaining experience across theatres, football stadiums, universities and gastro pubs. I’ve been at OEC for the past five years, Leading a great team, creating quality food and delivering memorable events.

Sheffield Events Venue

OEC Sheffield host a range of events throughout the year. Hosting a mix of exciting public, private, and corporate events, the OEC has become a go-to venue for business and pleasure.

Sheffield events don’t come better than a night of dinner and dancing! The vast majority of our public events come with a gourmet three-course meal or themed buffet dinner, all served with a hearty side of entertainment:

Tribute nights
Sporting dinners
Gala dinners
Comedy dining
Live music

Corporate events come in all shapes and sizes. Accessible, stylish, and modern, we tick all the boxes. With dedicated event planners and a team of talented chefs, OEC Sheffield has everything you need to host a successful corporate event:

This venue is truly adaptable and flexible to suit your requirements. Our philosophy is to offer a bespoke, personal service to all our guests. It is our attention to detail that helps deliver the perfect event. You invite the guests, and we’ll do the rest:

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