The DEC – The Downtown Event Center is an event venue at 480 Park Ave in the heart of downtown Idaho Falls, Idaho, hosting weddings and receptions, corporate events, special occasions and live events. The venue offers 5,000 square feet of customizable event space that accommodates up to 350 guests, featuring a two-sided fireplace, a 220 sq ft bridal suite and green room, a large prep kitchen and a retractable front façade that opens completely onto Park Avenue. Rentals include tables and chairs plus setup and teardown, along with two projectors and screens, a Worx Audio sound system with PA, Wi-Fi and two ADA restrooms. Half-day and full-day packages are available seven days a week from 8 am to midnight, starting at $1,150 on weekdays, with add-ons such as a stage, wireless microphones, linen service and premium oak tabletops. Corporate clients use The DEC for
conferences, seminars, retreats, luncheons and holiday parties, while families celebrate weddings, galas, quinceañeras and New Year's parties. Guests enjoy free evening and weekend parking within a few blocks, tours and consultations can be booked online, and The DEC holds a 4.9-star Google rating from more than 170 reviews praising its beautiful space, excellent staff and service.