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Welcome to The McKinley! Formerly Eagle Lake Convention Center, we have worked hard to build a stellar reputation over the last nearly twenty years.

Check us out here: www.TheMcKinleyEvent.com

To continue serving our guests, we have moved to a better location, with sweeter amenities!

The McKinley serves as Central Kentucky's premier host, catering to events of all types; weddings, receptions, Corporate Christmas parties, quinceneras, anniversaries, proms, formals, reunions, vendor shows, state/ county/ city testing site, and celebrations of all types.

The McKinley is nestled in the heart of Central Kentucky. We are located on major highway 127; only 1 minute from the Franklin county line. We are 12 minutes from Mercer County, Fifteen minutes from Woodfort County, 25 minutes from Lexinton, 35 minutes from Louisville, five minutes fro Interstate 64, and seven minutes from the Bluegrass Parkway.

Our location makes us the ideal spot for the convenience of all travelers and guests!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access
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Lainey T. Sent on 07/31/2022
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Great experience!

Hannah the owner is quick to respond and we couldn’t be happier that we chose the beautiful McKinley Wedding & Event Venue for our big day! The prices were also about 1/3 of the other places we looked.
User1633401 Sent on 05/27/2014
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I scheduled my reception with them last minute and they were very flexible about payments and they communicated very well with my family about important dates and meetings! I highly recommend them! They offer multiple packages and a couple of different venues. They offer drapery, tablecloths, and can connect you with tons of wedding resources. The contact was very friendly and welcoming!! Check them out!!
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Jessica Sent on 01/14/2014
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I had a wonderful and stress free experience with Eagle Lake! I am so happy I decided to have my reception here. The coordinated was so helpful with everything, she even recommended our dj and caterer... She gave us many options!

People complimented how pretty our reception was all night! It was also really large, which easily held our 400 guests!

The hardwood floors and beautiful rock fireplace was the cherry on top!

I definitely recommend this place, it was wonderful!
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