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FORT DE VAISE – CORPORATE EVENING

Corporate Evening in Lyon
at Fort de Vaise

Organising a corporate evening in Lyon is far more than just a social occasion: it's an opportunity to strengthen team cohesion, thank your employees, and mark a key moment in the life of your organisation.

Perched above the city, Fort de Vaise welcomes you to an premium event venue in Lyon for your professional events: afterworks, cocktail dinners, gala evenings, company anniversaries or year-end celebrations.

As an iconic event venue, we put our distinctive spaces, our expertise and our trusted partners at your disposal to turn your project into a true success. Whether you are an SME, a large company or a public institution, we support you in organising an evening that reflects your identity.

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An exceptional venue for your corporate evening in Lyon

Fort de Vaise is a unique historic site combining heritage charm with modernity. Its vast stone-vaulted rooms, flexible spaces and privileged setting overlooking Lyon make it a prestigious backdrop for your professional evenings.

We offer several configurations to suit your needs:

  • Convivial afterwork with music and entertainment;
  • Cocktail dinner combining fine dining with networking among colleagues;
  • Seated dinner or gala evening with carefully designed staging;
  • Festive event for New Year celebrations, company anniversaries or year-end parties.

 

Thanks to our flexible capacity, we can welcome both small gatherings and large groups. Our team guides you through the choice of room, decoration and associated services to create a unique atmosphere.

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Turnkey packages to simplify your organisation

Organising a corporate evening in Lyon can seem complex, but we have designed turnkey packages that make life easier. At Fort de Vaise, you can choose from several options tailored to your needs and budget:

  • Cocktail dinner with a partner caterer, including a refined selection of savoury and sweet bites, drinks and service.
  • Afterwork with a light buffet, cocktail bar and convivial entertainment (DJ, live music, quiz, fun workshops).
  • Gala evening with seated dinner, staging, sound and professional lighting.
  • Festive package for year-end celebrations or company anniversaries, with themed catering, entertainment and music.

 

These solutions save you time and let you focus on what matters most: enjoying your event and sharing a memorable moment with your teams.

 

Our partners for a bespoke evening

The success of a corporate evening in Lyon also relies on the quality of the service providers involved. That's why we work closely with a network of partners selected for their professionalism:

  • Gourmet caterers able to offer menus tailored to your preferences (cocktail, buffet, dinner, themed meal).
  • DJs and musicians to create the ideal atmosphere, from discreet background music to a lively dance floor.
  • Sound and lighting technicians to showcase the spaces and ensure a smooth experience.
  • Entertainers and artists (close-up magic, creative workshops, performances, photo booths) to surprise your guests.
 

Original entertainment to bring your evenings to life

To make your events even more memorable, we offer a range of personalised entertainment: musical blind tests, mixology workshops, interactive quizzes, close-up magic shows, themed photo booths, or creative taster sessions. These activities boost conviviality and team cohesion, while leaving a lasting impression on your colleagues.

  • Space
  • — 290 m2

Combet-Descombes

Flooded with natural light, numerous configurations are possible within this space spread across 3 rooms.

  • 120 guests for a cocktail reception
  • 80 guests in theater-style seating
  • 60 guests in meeting / seated dinner format
  • Halls
  • — 40 m2 / casemate

Casemates :

Perfectly arranged for events, these vaulted rooms are ideal for your breakout sessions, cocktail receptions, and catering services. These former military quarters are adjacent to the 2 main spaces of the Fort.

  • Combet-Descombes Space: 3 Casemates
  • Tony Garnier Space: 5 Casemates
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  • Space
  • — 310 m2

Tony Garnier

A premium space for hosting your conferences, general assemblies, seminars, meetings, training sessions, cocktail receptions, dinners, and corporate evenings.

  • 250 guests for a cocktail reception
  • 200 guests in theater-style seating
  • 100 guests in meeting / seated dinner format
  • Outdoor
  • — 400 m2

Panoramic terrace :

The iconic landmark of Fort de Vaise, this 400 m² outdoor space elevates all your corporate events. Enjoy the majestic Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière as a backdrop and the Saône river as your setting.

  • 250 guests in conference-style seating
  • 300 guests for a cocktail reception

Over the years, many companies have entrusted us with the organisation of their events. Here are a few recent examples:

  • A gala evening for a major Lyon-based banking company, with seated dinner, DJ, lighting effects and elegant décor.
  • An afterwork bringing together 250 employees around a cocktail dinner, a cocktail bar and live music entertainment.
  • A year-end celebration for a Lyon-based SME, with a gourmet buffet, dance floor and themed entertainment.
  • A company anniversary celebrating 20 years in business, with speeches, video screening, cocktails and a dance party.

These experiences illustrate the diversity of our services and our ability to tailor each evening to our clients' specific expectations.

Beyond classic evenings, we also offer original themed packages to make a lasting impression:

  • Christmas dinners warm and festive, with reimagined traditional menus;
  • Summer garden party in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere;
  • Giant raclette evening for a distinctive and cosy winter event;
  • And many more themes to create memorable corporate evenings.

Corporate Christmas parties

For the year-end festive season, we also organise corporate Christmas parties with entertainment for all ages, shows, creative workshops and a gourmet buffet. A unique moment that brings your colleagues together while sharing the magic of Christmas. Discover our dedicated offering: Corporate Christmas Party..

Choosing Fort de Vaise for your corporate eveningmeans opting for:

  • An exceptional setting, both historic and modern;
  • A range of packages to suit every type of event (afterwork, cocktail, gala, year-end celebration, company anniversary); 
  • Bespoke support with trusted service providers;
  • An ideal location in Lyon, easily accessible for your guests.

Our goal is to offer you a smooth, reassuring and memorable experience. We know that a successful event leaves a lasting impression on employees and contributes to the positive momentum of your company.

Organising a corporate evening in Lyon at Fort de Vaise means combining an exceptional venue, quality services and personalised support. Whether you are planning a convivial afterwork, an elegant cocktail dinner, a prestigious gala evening or a warm year-end celebration, we do everything possible to make your event an unforgettable moment.

We would be delighted to support you in designing and delivering your project. Contact us today to discuss your needs and discover our packages. Together, let's make your next corporate evening in Lyon a complete success.

— We look forward to meeting you. Let's talk about your project
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Fort de Vaise
27, Boulevard Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
69009 – LYON

Practical information
  • On-site parking
  • Valmy metro station, 10 minutes on foot
  • Wheelchair accessible