A New Chapter for a Historic Belleville Space: Introducing Ballroom of Belleville

There’s a building on East A Street in Belleville that’s been quietly holding memories for over a century, and it’s about to start making new ones.

Built in 1915 as the Belleville Masonic Temple, the space carries that classic, dignified architecture you don’t see built anymore — warm brick, a stately façade, the kind of bones that make a room feel important the moment you walk in. For decades it served the city’s Masonic lodges before it found a second life as Bellecourt Manor, a beloved reception space where countless St. Louis-area couples celebrated their weddings.

Now it’s stepping into a new chapter: Ballroom of Belleville, from the team at Sugarfire Events.

The space itself hasn’t lost what made it special — the soaring stage, the sense of history in the walls, that timeless elegant feel a room only earns after a hundred years of hosting celebrations. What’s changing is everything around it: fresh décor, upgraded uplighting, and renovated bridal and groom suites, all coming together for an opening this spring.

And if you know Sugarfire, you know what that means for the food. They’ve built their name on absolutely amazing barbecue, and they’re bringing that same obsession with flavor into full-service event catering — which is exactly the kind of pairing a wedding day deserves. Beautiful room, unforgettable food.

Here’s why I’m genuinely excited about this one: my whole approach to wedding photography is built around timeless elegance — images that don’t feel trendy or dated five years from now, just true to the moment and the people in it. A century-old room that’s been reborn with exactly that same sensibility? That’s a perfect match. I can’t wait to get in there with a camera.

If you’re planning a wedding for 2026 or 2027 and want a venue with real character — not another beige hotel ballroom — Ballroom of Belleville is absolutely worth a look. And if you book it, let’s talk about capturing it together.

Ballroom of Belleville: Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ballroom of Belleville located? Ballroom of Belleville is located at 225 East A Street in Belleville, Illinois, inside the historic 1915 building most recently known as Bellecourt Manor.

Is Ballroom of Belleville the same building as Bellecourt Manor? Yes. The space formerly known as Bellecourt Manor has been renovated and rebranded as Ballroom of Belleville, now operated by Sugarfire Events.

When does Ballroom of Belleville open? The venue is currently undergoing renovations, with an opening planned for spring 2026. Tours and bookings are being accepted now for the 2026 and 2027 wedding seasons.

Who runs Ballroom of Belleville? Sugarfire Events, the catering and events division of the St. Louis-area Sugarfire brand, operates Ballroom of Belleville and provides in-house catering for events held there.

What kind of events can be held at Ballroom of Belleville? The venue is designed for wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions, as well as other milestone celebrations such as bar and bat mitzvahs, quinceañeras, birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events.

Does Ballroom of Belleville have a stage? Yes. The venue features a large stage suited for head tables, live entertainment, and other reception focal points — a signature feature carried over from the space’s history as a large-capacity banquet hall.

What is the history of the Ballroom of Belleville building? The building was constructed in 1915 as the Belleville Masonic Temple. It later became Bellecourt Manor, a well-known Belleville-area banquet space, before its current renovation and rebrand as Ballroom of Belleville.

Is Ballroom of Belleville a good fit for a timeless, elegant wedding style? The venue’s century-old architecture and renovated finishes lend themselves naturally to a classic, elegant aesthetic — a strong match for couples planning a timeless-style wedding day.

How do I book a tour of Ballroom of Belleville? Tours and bookings for the 2026 and 2027 seasons are currently being accepted directly through Sugarfire Events.

Does MDKauffmann Photography shoot weddings at Ballroom of Belleville? Yes — MDKauffmann Photography is excited to be building a vendor relationship with Ballroom of Belleville and is available to photograph weddings and events at this venue.