Weddings At The Westin Columbus
Westin Columbus
The Westin Columbus has one of the most beautiful ballrooms in Central Ohio and great rooms for your guests to enjoy their stay
Westin Columbus Weddings
Westin Columbus – Elegant Downtown Wedding Venue
A Historic Ballroom for Timeless Celebrations
If you’re dreaming of a luxurious downtown Columbus wedding, the Westin Great Southern Columbus offers one of the most breathtaking ballrooms in Central Ohio and maybe the entire state. Known as the McKinley Ballroom, this historic space blends timeless architecture with modern amenities for a truly unforgettable reception.
Located in the heart of downtown Columbus, the Westin is perfect for couples who want convenience, elegance, and a guest experience they’ll never forget.
The Westin Columbus
310 South High StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 228 - 3800
Westin Columbus' Website
Maximum Wedding Size
300 Guests
Ceremony Sites
In the ballroom
Parking
Valet & garage
Outside Caterers
No
Hotel Rooms
189 rooms
Why Couples Love Weddings at the Westin Columbus
The McKinley Ballroom is a showstopper — stained glass windows, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, Carrera white marble floors, and soaring ceilings create an atmosphere that needs minimal extra décor. Natural light floods the room during the day, while soft evening lighting adds a romantic glow at night.
The ballroom can hold up to 300 guests for your reception. Today this classy and elegant ballroom is used to create absolutely magical wedding ceremonies and receptions for Central Ohio couples!
Its timeless decor offers with stunning original stained glass, lots of nature lighting, magnificent floor to ceiling mirrors and windows, and Carrera white marble floors.
Having your reception at a hotel offers many conveniences. After your incredible reception, the new couple can retire to your complimentary wedding night suite. Your family and wedding guests from out of town may also enjoy the advantage of preferred guest room rates for the evening.
If you are looking for a beautiful and elegant ballroom for your reception, you simply must visit the Westin Columbus. The staff at this venue is also among the best in Central Ohio.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Westin Columbus
Wedding Ceremonies At The Westin Columbus
Don’t think for a minute that you can only use this beautiful ballroom just for your reception! The Westin Downtown Columbus can provide everything that you need for your wedding day in-house. In addition to the ultimate reception, you will also have the option of having a beautiful ceremony in the Grand Ballroom or the more intimate Seneca Room.
So if you are considering having your reception and ceremony at the Westin, here is what typically happens.
The ceremony space will be in two-thirds of the ballroom. Your actual ceremony will occur at the front of the ballroom - ie the High Street side of the ballroom.
There is a large section of white draping that the bride and bridesmaids ‘hide behind’. Not only does this hide part of the room from view, but it also makes for a dramatic entrance.
Once the ceremony is completed, your guests will go out to the lobby for the cocktail hour. While this is happening, the staff will begin to change the ballroom over for your reception. During this time the wedding party is often getting pictures taken.
Your guests will then come back into the ballroom for the reception where you can be assured of having a wonderful time for your family and guests.
Picture-Perfect Moments At The Westin Columbus
Photographers (of course brides and grooms) love this venue for its architectural beauty and natural light. Some of the most striking shots include couples framed by stained glass, reflected in the ballroom’s mirrors, or enjoying quiet moments on the grand staircase.
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More Insider Tips For Receptions The Westin Columbus
So if you’re not too tired to hear this for the 100th time on this post, the ballroom is really beautiful. You typically don’t have to do too much extra decor in this ballroom, which is really nice bonus. Having said that, lets start off with some decor thoughts.
On the floral side, tall centerpieces work very well in this room with its very high ceilings.
We see a lot of soft pastel colors being used in the ballroom. But don’t be afraid of using a bolder and perhaps a bit darker color to make your reception stand apart.
If you are considering having decor lighting for your reception, the columns in the ballroom are the perfect focal point. This can really enhance the look of the ballroom.
Finally, here are some thoughts about the actual hotel from the point of view of you and your guests.
The actual hotel rooms are unique too. Most hotel rooms are all the same design - very basic. But the Westin is so unique that there is a wide difference in some of the rooms. Some of smaller and actually quite quaint. But others (especially the corner rooms) can be very large.
Another nice thing about this venue is that they usually only have one wedding happening at any given time. That means you can almost always be assured of having their full attention. For Saturday weddings, there are typically two time periods available. You can have the ballroom from noon - 5PM or from 7PM- Midnight. You can of course get the ballroom for the entire day.
Preferred Vendors At The Westin Columbus
The Westin’s curated vendor list includes some of the most experienced Central Ohio wedding professionals — vendors who know the space well, ensuring your day runs smoothly.
Why Choose the Westin Columbus for Your Wedding
So yeah…. the ballroom is the main attraction. But if you want historic elegance, modern comfort, and downtown convenience, the Westin Columbus delivers it all. With a stunning ballroom, attentive staff, and guest-friendly amenities, it’s no wonder so many couples choose this venue for their big day.
Hilton Columbus Downtown
The perfect downtown Columbus location with multiple ballrooms for weddings of almost any size.
Weddings At The
Hilton Columbus Downtown
With a brand new addition of both hotel rooms and banquet space, the Hilton Columbus Downtown is now the LARGEST hotel in the state of Ohio. So if a great downtown location with elegance are high on your priority list, you HAVE to consider the Hilton Columbus Downtown for your wedding celebration.
The Hilton Columbus Downtown
401 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
(614) 384-8600
Maximum Wedding Size
1000 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Several ballrooms
Parking
Valet & garage
Outside Caterers
No
Hotel Rooms
532 rooms
An Overview Of The Hilton Columbus Downtown For Your Wedding Reception
This downtown hotel is one of the largest in Central Ohio and is fantastic for wedding receptions.
The Hilton Columbus Downtown has one of the largest ballroom in Central Ohio - the George Bellows Grand Ballroom that can easily over hold 500+ guests. This ballroom has VERY beautiful chandeliers that give an elegant feeling.
There is a large foyer for your guests to enjoy a cocktail hour. You can set your bars in this spacious area which makes a really nice cocktail hour.
But don’t think this venue is JUST for large receptions. The Hilton Columbus Downtown has two Junior Ballrooms, both can accommodate up to 120 guests.
These smaller ballrooms make good places for the wedding ceremony. With floor-to-ceiling windows, the natural lighting in either option is great. Plus, you and your guests get wonderful views of Columbus.
Consider this venue if you have guests who are coming a few days early or who are staying around for a few extra days after your wedding. Your guests will love this venue’s location. Its in the very heart of downtown Columbus which gives your guest them plenty of options for things to do! There are many dining and entertainment venues within walking distance.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Hilton Columbus Downtown
Wedding Ceremonies At The Hilton Columbus Downtown
With several different ballrooms to choose from, you can have your ceremony at different locations.
Most ceremonies will happen in one of the smaller ballrooms so that the large ballroom can be set for the reception. This makes it really easy for your guests to move from the ceremony ballroom into the cocktail foyer and then into the main ballroom for your reception.
Wedding Pictures At The Hilton Columbus Downtown
The Hilton Columbus Downtown has many great photo opportunities! While its true that there are lots of great locations in downtown Columbus, two of the most photographed locations are in this Hilton.
The skybridge that connects to the convention center provides one of our favorite places for wedding photos. The natural light and gorgeous beams provide a beautiful backdrop. Some of the most beautiful photos on the skybridge are those where the couple's reflection can be seen in the windows.
The venue's unique spiral staircase is another photo opportunity you won't want to miss. The artistic symmetry of the stairs gives you a very unique area for pictures. This is also a great spot for a bride to show off her dress.
Finally, the ballrooms themselves are ideal wedding photography locations. Whether you and your guests are enjoying a great meal, or you are having a great time dancing, you are sure to love your photos from your ballroom wedding.
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Unique Insight For Your Wedding Day At The Hilton Columbus Downtown
So the Hilton Columbus Downtown has recently doubled the number of hotel rooms. But they have also recently re-done ALL the older rooms. Your guests will really enjoy these new and modern hotel rooms.
But don’t think this is just for large wedding reception. This venue can handle almost ANY size reception.
Another addition will be the new rooftop bar in the new addition. It will be the highest rooftop bar in the city and will have incredible views of downtown. This will be a lot of fun for your post-reception party and it will be very easy to access.
As you have seen from the pictures, there are two very popular areas on the hotel grounds to take pictures. The first is the walk way over High Street that goes between the hotel and the Columbus Convention Center. You will always see VERY cool pictures from couples posing there. The other is the large circular staircase. You can get all sort of great shots posing around it, and as you can see from the pictures on this site you can even pose around the stairs.
Not only is the hotel itself beautiful and new, it is modern and does not look like everyone else's standard ballroom.
They have a honeymoon suite and a hospitality suite for weddings which is a big plus.
You also have one of the finest staffs in Central Ohio working at this beautiful venue.
The Short North with all the great after-party locations can be walked to, or a short Uber ride.
Renaissance Columbus
A large hotel ballroom that also has a rooftop terrace with views of Capitol Square and downtown Columbus.
Weddings At The
Renaissance Columbus
With the Renaissance Columbus you have one of the largest ballroom in Central Ohio, and also have a rooftop patio that can be used for cocktail hour or even your ceremony.
The Renaissance Columbus
50 N 3rd StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 228-5050
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
750 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Rooftop patio and ballrooms
Parking
Valet and street
Hotel Rooms
376 rooms
Renaissance Columbus Wedding Receptions
This venue is a premier downtown hotel with so many unique options for wedding receptions.
The ballroom is one of the best and largest in Central Ohio. You have very high ceilings and very beautiful chandeliers. Also some very unique full lengths mirrors that ring the ballroom.
They have a very large foyer surrounding the ballroom. This is a great place to have your cocktail hour. They can put a bar out there which is great for your guests to enjoy.
You have the great location being in the heart of downtown Columbus. Its close to many things that your guests will enjoy.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Renaissance Columbus
Wedding Ceremonies At The Renaissance Columbus
The pool deck provides a breathtaking view of the downtown for your ceremony. Its quite spacious and lends itself to ceremonies.
But if thats not an option to you on your wedding day, there is enough space in the ballroom to easily handle your ceremony. They can often split the ballroom up into smaller sections for your ceremony. Then have your guests move into the foyer for the cocktail hour.
Wedding Pictures At The Renaissance Columbus
You can get some amazing pictures on the rooftop terrace. Even if you don’t have your ceremony out there we would highly suggest you get some wedding party pictures out there if the weather is good.
As you can see from the pictures here, the rooftop and pool area are very popular places to get pictures taken. These can be some of the best pictures you can get with your wedding party on your special day.
One of the big advantage of this venue is the downtown location which allows you to easily get some pictures in that immediate area. So you can get to the Ohio Statehouse if you’d want because its a short walk. You can also take a short ride across the river to get some skyline shots.
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Inside Information About At The Renaissance Columbus
Consider decor lighting / uplighting fixtures for this ballroom. They look really great here and will make your reception really stand out.
Your guests will like the central location and the awesome hotel bar. You will often see after-parties continued in the bar after a rehearsal dinner or wedding reception. There are also several other downtown bars within walking distance.
Outside of the bar scene, your guests can enjoy visiting the State House and walking along the river.
The hotel has wonderful Presidential Suites. It is big enough for several people to get ready in.
Ohio Statehouse
With the obvious architectural grandeur, The Ohio Statehouse is available to serve as your perfect wedding ceremony, reception or both!
Weddings At The
Ohio Statehouse
If your dream wedding involves a venue with beautiful Greek Revival architecture located in the heart of downtown Columbus, you may want to consider the Ohio Statehouse.
The Ohio Statehouse
1 Capitol SquareColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 728 - 9770
Ohio Statehouse Website
Maximum Wedding Size
350 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Inside and outside
Parking
Underground garage
Outside Caterers
Yes
Ohio Statehouse Wedding Receptions
For over 100 years, couples were not able to host their wedding or reception at the Ohio Statehouse. It was not until May 2007 that couples were finally given this option. This historic venue is available on a first-come, first serve basis for couples wanting to get married.
Lets just hit the major highlights of this incredible venue. Start with an absolutely gorgeous venue, free downtown parking for your guests, hotel right across the street, beautiful room for bridal party to get ready in, and great locations for photos.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Ohio Statehouse
Wedding Ceremonies At The Ohio Statehouse
Quite simply, you can have an incredible wedding ceremony at The Ohio Statehouse.
The ceremony will take place in the rotunda. Depending on the number of guests attending, your guests will be seated in a circle that mimics the shape of the room. Your ceremony will take place in the center of the room.
You can make a very dramatic entrance into the rotunda by walking down the stairs.
Wedding Pictures At The Ohio Statehouse
So its pretty obvious from looking at pictures here and on other website that this is one of the most beautiful venues. Start with the interior with the beautiful staircases provide great backgrounds for pictures.
The exterior is stunning too, and you are sure to want at least a few pictures of you and your wedding party posing in front of the large pillars at the Ohio Statehouse.
The Statehouse outdoor steps and indoor staircases provided breathtaking photos.
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The Inside Info For Your Receptions At The Ohio Statehouse
This isn’t just a historical venue…its THE historical venue for the entire state of Ohio. So it should almost go without saying that there are certain regulations on what sort of decorations and other items are permitted.
The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB), who take care of scheduling, can provide you with a list of preferred caterers. Because of the restrictions involved with using an outside caterer, it is probably best to stick to their preferred catering list. With seven preferred caterers, you have several great options to choose from.
The facilities are open from 7 am-12 am daily, but your guests cannot arrive before 8 am, and everyone must be gone by 11 pm. Clean-up begins at 11, and we’ve never heard of any exceptions. This venue is closed for all events on national holidays as the entire building is closed.
To make your reception even more dramatic, think about having lighting on the pillars. You can customize the color to fit your wedding colors. So you make the room look better and it ties in with your wedding.
Your guest can park for free in the underground garage.
The Ohio Highway Patrol is in charge of security for the statehouse, and will be on hand for your reception. You can’t get much better than that!
You have several hotels (Sheraton Capital Square and The Renaissance Hotel) within a VERY short walking distance from the Ohio Statehouse. Once again this makes it easy for your guests.
Athletic Club
The beautiful ballroom is the centerpoint on this downtown Columbus wedding venue
Weddings At The
Athletic Club
If you are looking for an elegant ballroom that gives a nod to grand ballrooms around the world, you will find it here at the Athletic Club, one of the premier venues in downtown Columbus.
The Athletic Club Of Columbus
136 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43215
(614) 221-3344
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
350 Guests
Ceremony Sites
In the ballroom
Parking
Valet & Street
Outside Caterers
No
An Overview Of The Athletic Club For Your Wedding Reception
When you visit the Athletic Club, you will see an incredible collection of ornate details in many different places in this venue.
Start with the stunning ironwork staircase leads to the ballroom which makes for incredible wedding pictures.
Going up to the ballroom you will find a large space with incredible crystal chandeliers, beautiful hardwood floors and stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. But if you look up you will see another of the room's showpiece - magnificent ceiling design that features intricately carved and painted details across the length of the room.
If that wasn’t enough, there are two large bay windows in the ballroom that also make for incredible places to get pictures.
The Athletic Club is a full-service event venue that provides in-house wedding planning as well as on-site catering. The Athletic Club is an ideal event space for ceremonies for up to 200 guests and a seated dinner reception for up to 325 people.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Athletic Club
Wedding Ceremonies At The Athletic Club
With such a large wedding space like you have here, you can easily have your wedding ceremony here also.
What usually happens is that the ceremony takes place in front of the white fireplace. They usually have their beautiful gold chairs set up in a theater style that creates a walkway down the center.
Once the ceremony is done, your guests will go into the foyer for cocktail hour and the staff will reset the room for your reception.
Wedding Pictures At The Athletic Club
One of The Athletic Club's most unique offerings is its array of amenities that can be found throughout the club. These distinctive features not only add to the charm of the wedding venue itself but also make perfect spots to capture extraordinary and memorable wedding photos.
So there seems to be two very popular locations for pictures at The Athletic Club, you have the staircase and the bay windows.
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Extra Insight For Your Reception At The Athletic Club
If you are looking for something really unique, The Athletic Club has an upscale bowling alley in their basement! Consider having your after party in the bowling alley. Bowl a few frames with your wedding party. The large neon BOWL sign makes for great pictures. And the pictures of everyone bowling is also a lot of fun.
Decor ideas. You don’t need too much to make this already beautiful room look better.
This might be more of a personal option than anything else, but the gold chairs look awesome in the ballroom. It just makes the ballroom ‘pop’ without being too ‘in your face’. Its a very nice touch that comes your booking automatically.
Decor lighting is not often done here because of the dark wood walls. However a custom light monogram makes a strong contrast and helps personalize the space.
Not many people know that the Athletic Club has hotel rooms for rent but its true. There are eight newly-renovated guest rooms are available to rent. This gives the wedding couple the opportunity to provide high-end accommodations to members of the wedding party or family and friends.
Greek Orthodox Cathedral
This is an elegant facility complete with beautiful chandeliers, dance floor, stage and built-in bar.
Weddings At The
Greek Orthodox Cathedral
If you’re looking for a great downtown venue that can hold a large number of guests, then you have to consider The Greek Orthodox Cathedral because this venue gives you so many great things for your wedding reception.
The Greek Orthodox Cathedral
555 North High StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
614-224-9020
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
500 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Church
Parking
Street & Parking Lot
Outside Caterers
Approved List
Greek Orthodox Cathedral Wedding Receptions
You can start with an elegant 6,000 square foot banquet room that can hold up to 500 guests. There are large windows on the one side that overlooks a very nice courtyard.
The ballroom comes complete with carpeted floors, chandeliers, and a large 40” x 50” oak dance floor.
The ballroom has a unique built-in bar. You can purchase and deliver your own alcoholic beverages - a huge cost savings!
There is a stage that is a good location to place a head table or your entertainment. Its right next to the dance floor for maximum impact and / or viewing.
You also can use a beautifully landscaped courtyard filled with seasonal flowers for your cocktail hour.
There is an-site gourmet kitchen for your caterer to use.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Wedding Ceremonies At The Greek Orthodox Cathedral
So being in a church venue, you have to get married in the church, so you have to be Greek Orthodox of course.
Wedding Pictures At The Greek Orthodox Cathedral
If you like beautiful outdoor pictures (and who doesn’t?) Goodale Park is right next to this venue so that make it really easy to get scenic photos.
The building itself gives you some really nice areas for pictures. You can start with the often mentioned courtyard area which makes some great pictures at night.
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Inside Information For The Greek Orthodox Cathedral
The Reception Hall overlooks a beautifully landscaped courtyard filled with seasonal flowers. This enclosed courtyard is great for cocktail receptions. Its private while still just steps from the ballroom. Buckeye Sounds, a Columbus wedding DJ suggest that you have your entertainment place a speaker outside during the cocktail hour so that your guests can enjoy music.
There are eleven smaller breakout rooms that can accommodate 25 - 35 people each. These are often used as private rooms for the couple and their wedding parties.
Free parking for 80 cars is available with additional parking provided nearby.
You are within walking distance of a few hotels and the short north area.
The Vue
Make your Columbus wedding reception a truly memorable experience in an incredible urban setting,
Weddings At The Vue
If you are looking for a venue that does not feel like a traditional hotel ballroom, but instead has a trendy downtown vibe, then The Vue might be exactly what you are looking for.
The Vue
95 Liberty StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 454-1877
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
250 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Inside and outside
Parking
Free & Plentiful
Outside Caterers
No
The Vue Wedding Receptions
The Vue is a one of the best locations in Central Ohio for an unforgettable urban wedding. It is located just outside downtown in the Brewery District. This cool industrial style space has created a modern, inviting, and interactive venue.
Inside the building you will find an industrial/green space that can host both ceremony and reception.
This venue looks great without any additional decorating on the part of the customer. With great flexibility you can really do almost anything you want with the space and transform it into your dream reception!
You will find great backdrops for pictures both inside The Vue and in the outdoor areas surrounding the building. There is a beautiful outside patio featuring great views of historic buildings and the downtown Columbus skyline.
The venue is beautiful and you can’t beat the location if you are having a downtown wedding!
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Vue
Wedding Ceremonies At The Vue
The Vue has two rooms so its realy easy for you to have your ceremony in one of the rooms, then have your cocktail in the other, and then finally have your reception back in the first one.
Wedding Pictures At The Vue
As you look at the various pictures on this page you quickly realize that Vue has a modern, yet urban feel to it. And its very easy for you to transform it into whatever you want!!
While you have the very cool industrial themed places to take pictures, you aren’t too far from some of the nicer parks and green areas in the downtown area. There are walkable photography opportunities for beautiful photos onsite and around historic Brewery District. Downtown isn’t too far away either.
Their incredible bridal suite is such an adorable place to take pictures and outside really gives you an urban feel for your photos.
We are betting that you will love the pictures that you get outside on the front patio in front of the flowers and out on the street as well.
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Important Information About At The Vue For Your Reception
The biggest plus for this venue is that they allow you to bring in your own alcohol. This can of course save you quite a bit of money.
There is also a beautiful bridal suite loft upstairs with couches which is really nice for the bridesmaids to hang out at with a vanity and full length mirror. This is available to the wedding party 2 hours before the guests arrive and its a real bonus.
This venue is in close proximity to trendy hotels and restaurant/bars in the Brewery District which is great for your guests to go and enjoy after your reception.
The Vue is also offer highly customizable with adjustable lighting settings and decor options. For example, you have the option of adding the bistro lights throughout the ceiling which really softens everything in the room.
There is very convenient parking options which makes it easier for your guests.
Lastly there are two rooms so cocktail conversations can continue after dancing starts in the other room.
Vault
Your reception in a classic downtown bank building. The bar is actually inside the vault.
Weddings At The
Vault
Located in the downtown Columbus, this former bank is one of the most unique locations for weddings in Central Ohio.
The Vault
35 East Gay StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 225 - 1000
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
300 Guests
Ceremony Sites
In front of the vault
Parking
Street Parking
Outside Caterers
Yes
The Vault Wedding Receptions
Built to house Columbia Building & Loans Bank in 1912, The Vault is an impressive building that has beautiful architectural grandeur. Original features, including an authentic bank vault, a 100-year-old marble floor, and magnificent chandelier that serves as the room's centerpiece.
The Vault's historical beauty is apparent today, even when your guests cross the entryway. The grand ballroom which can hold up to 300 guests is adorned with 40-foot ceilings and large window archways. The marble stonework continues up the grand staircase leading to a gorgeous light-filled balcony that overlooks the entire event space.
One of the most unique features of the ballroom is the location of the bar for your guests. Its actually inside the old vault of the bank. Its just off where the dance floor is usually set up which makes it a great location.
Another nice feature is the stairway leading up to the balcony. This staircase makes for very fun and dramatic introductions of the wedding party.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Vault
Wedding Ceremonies At The Vault
If you are looking for an unique backdrop for your wedding ceremony, The Vault might be just what you are looking for. Your ceremony will typically take place directly in front of the vault. Your guests will be seated at the tables OR they can arrange the seats in a classroom style for you.
Once the ceremony is done, your guests can move up to the balcony for the cocktail hour while the staff re-sets the room for your reception.
Wedding Pictures At The Vault
When you look at pictures you will see lots of great pictures of the couple in front of the actual bank vault. Its the focal point of the room and its easy to get good pictures with it.
The other nice aspect of the room is the balcony. Its the perfect vantage point to get pictures from up above all the action.
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More Helpful Information About At The Vault Wedding Receptions
The venue just sells itself with little decorations that are needed because it’s already beautiful. There is some decor lighting already put into place that can match your wedding colors.
The added bonus of the actual bank vault as the bar made the venue even more unique.
The downtown location of the the Vault is perfect and close to everything including hotels, restaurants, and bars which is just a short walk.
Sheraton Capital Square
This hotel venue is in the heart of downtown Columbus with an array of unique options for receptions.
Weddings At The Sheraton Capital Square
The Sheraton Capital Square is a very unique hotel wedding venue situated in the very heart of downtown Columbus that offers couples surprises that aren’t too well known!
The Sheraton Capital Square
75 E State StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 228 - 1234
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
400 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Various ballroomms
Parking
Valet & garage
Hotel Rooms
500 rooms
Outside Caterers
No
Sheraton Capital Square Wedding Receptions
The Sheraton has one of the larger hotel ballrooms in Central Ohio - the Governor’s Ballroom which is located on the second floor.
Just outside this ballroom is a large and nice foyer for your cocktail hour. You can have a grand piano and a large bar in this area for your guests to enjoyu.
The ballroom is quite large as it can hold up to 400 guests. It really is one of the larger ballrooms in Central Ohio.
If you can add some decor lighting the ballroom looks even better.
But don’t think this venue can only hold large weddings. There are several other ballrooms that can easily handle a smaller crowd. These ballrooms are located on the first floor.
The hotel is located in a premier spot in downtown Columbus. It’s across the street from the Ohio Statehouse and The Capital Square. Your guests will be a short uber to the great restaurants and bars in the short north and the arena district.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Sheraton Capital Square
Wedding Ceremonies At The Sheraton Capital Square
You might assume that since this hotel is located in the middle of downtown Columbus that there isn’t any outdoor spaces for your ceremony.
You would be mistaken.
The Sheridan has the the outside Derby Court which is facing the Ohio Statehouse. Despite being on a downtown street, it gives you a good amount of privacy. This area also makes for a nice cocktail area.
This makes for some great pictures of the statehouse in the background.
Wedding Pictures At The Sheraton Capital Square
With the great downtown location you can easily get some great pictures.
As mentioned already, the Ohio Statehouse is right across the street. Pictures will be impressive both inside and outside.
Another location is the original post office, which is now a law office, just across the street from the main entrance. This building has an impressive facade for pictures.
The last great location isn’t as well known. On the 20th floor there is a small outdoor patio that overlooks the statehouse. You can get some cool pictures of the two of you looking down over the Capital Square.
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Inside Information For The Sheraton Capital Square
The Presidential Suites up on the top floor of the hotel are one of the largest in the city and have the most incredible view of the downtown capital square area.
The rooftop patio photo is a total surprise for this location. The view was amazing and it just a great setting. You can even have a small welcome party up there.
Its super easy so get to some great picture locations without having to drive anywhere.
The Fives
A new Columbus wedding venue that has incredible views of downtown Columbus.
Weddings At The Fives Columbus
One of the newer venues, The Fives has incredible views of downtown, beautiful chandeliers in their main room, and a unique indoor / outdoor combination.
The Fives
550 Reach BoulevardColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 882 - 7323
Maximum Wedding Size
400 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Inside and in the park
Parking
Attached Garages
Outside Caterers
No
Wedding Receptions At The Fives Columbus
The Fives has two very different locations for receptions. You have The Social Hall which is 7000 square feet and can hold up to 400 guests. This makes it one of the larger reception rooms in Central Ohio.
Then you have The Terrace which is on the top of the building, had over 5000 square feet and can hold 350 guests.
Or you can combine BOTH locations and hold up to 750 guests!
When you have a new venue there is just so many things to talk about. Sure, the tall windows on both side of the room allow a lot of natural light into the room. But for us, the ceilings are the most unique feature. The chandeliers are just incredible.
If you reception is taking place during the nice weather months, you can have a cocktail hour outside with some cool seating.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Fives Columbus
Wedding Ceremonies At The Fives
This venue gives you so many different areas to have your reception. Do you want inside or outside? So yes you can have your reception inside the venue.
There is a small ‘patio’ that overlooks the main room which can host the ceremony.
Consider having your reception on The Terrace for great views of downtown.
Wedding Pictures At The Fives Columbus
It should almost go without saying that you will be able to get incredible pictures at The Fives.
Of course if you on the balcony, the pictures overlooking downtown Columbus will be incredible.
But you’d be mistaken if you think you can only get city views or inside pictures. You will have very easy access to The Reach On Goodale which will give you some great green space pictures. Best of all its just outside the main building.
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Insider Information About The Fives
There is just so much to talk about with this venue. The views, the windows, the chandeliers, the park and the different rooms.
One of the most unique things is that the large windows can be rolled up like a garage door. This allows all your guests to enjoy the best of indoor and outdoor wedding receptions!
When having an outdoor ceremony, you need to consider having the proper equipment so that your guests can hear what is happening. We always suggest this. But its even MORE important if you are on The Terrace. The wind noise is almost always enough to overwhelm the soft voices of a ceremony.
This venue does offer ‘non-prime’ discounts for weddings that happen from January - March.
When you rent this facility you get the place for 3 hours before, up to 6 hours of time, and then 90 minutes of tear down.
Columbus Museum Of Art
Dramatic architectural details will help complete your wedding vision while being surrounded by a world-renowned art collection
Weddings At The
Columbus Museum Of Art
The Columbus Museum Of Art is one of the most unique and beautiful wedding venues in Central Ohio.
The Columbus Museum Of Art
480 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43215
(614) 221-6801
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
200 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Various place in venue
Parking
Private Lots & Street
Outside Caterers
Yes
Columbus Museum Of Art Wedding Receptions
Are you looking for a venue that fits your vintage and classic theme?
Or a venue where your wedding takes place against the backdrop of some of the most beautiful works of art in the country?
As one of the most unique wedding venues in the area, the Columbus Museum of Art offers just that. Located in the heart of downtown, the Columbus Museum of Art is one of the city's most revered institutions, setting the stage for a truly one-of-a-kind wedding experience.
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Wedding Ceremonies At The Columbus Museum Of Art
There are several locations to have your ceremony at this venue, but the most popular ceremony location seems to be the Derby Court.
Then add in the glass ceiling and abundance of natural lighting and you have just about the most perfect location for a ceremony. There is an unique beauty and grace of the room.
The natural light coming into this will will have your guests will be in awe about how beautiful the ceremony was.
The CMA also offers an outside option on the back lawn which is a very nice location.
Wedding Pictures At The Columbus Museum Of Art
It should almost go without saying that beautiful wedding pictures are easy to get at such an unique venue. There are just so many options available to you.
Many couples take advantage of the steps in front of the building and just inside the lobby to get the dramatic picture.
The large glass sculpture is also a very popular place to have your pictures taken in front of. Its probably the signature piece at the CMA and for good reason.
Fine art or incredible architecture makes getting awe inspiring photos quite easy to create.
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If you are simply looking to have your ceremony there (see the Derby Court info listed above), they offer a 3 hour ceremony only in various locations in the museum.
There are several parking lots next to the museum for your guests to use. There are also several downtown Columbus hotels very close by.
There are two main wedding areas at The Columbus Museum Of Art.
The newest location is the Schottenstein Property Group Pavilion. The Pavilion is the largest event space and can hold up to 320 guests for a reception. The Pavillion features a modern design with light wood floors, skylights, and a wall of glass for natural lighting. An outdoor glass balcony overlooks the Patricia M. Jurgensen Sculpture Garden for spectaculars view for your guests. There is also several video options built into this room.
Derby Court features the Dale Chihuly’s glass sculpture with the soaring glass ceiling and can hold up to 200 guests. You also have the beautifully painted ceiling and limestone archways of Broad Street Lobby which your guests will enter from.
Columbus Anthenaeum
With a long tradition of weddings, the Athenaeum offers just the right space for small, intimate events or large, extravagant affairs.
Weddings At The Columbus Anthenaeum
No matter what size of reception you are planning, you can probably get it to work at the Columbus Anthenaeum! Simply put, The Athenaeum is gorgeous. There are a lot of different spaces to choose from to serve different tastes and space needs.
The Columbus Anthenaeum
32 N 4th StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 222 - 6338
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
600 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Multiple Ballrooms
Parking
Street & Nearby Garages
Outside Caterers
No
The Columbus Anthenaeum Wedding Receptions
This venue was the original Masonic Temple that was built in 1896. It still has most of the beautiful features from that time.
Today, this large building located in the center of downtown Columbus now hosts many weddings receptions and ceremonies every year!
The largest room is the Olympian Ballroom, which can hold up to 900 guests:
It features hardwood floors and elegant lighting of the balcony / ceiling.
What’s really unique about this room is that there is an upper balcony area that overlooks the main part of the room. This gives you guests a great place to have a cocktail hour before them come into the ballroom. It also gives your photographer a great angle for pictures.
The Large Theatre is another very popular room is another large ballroom that is one of the most unique in all of Central Ohio.
The most unique aspect is the high rise seating on the both sides.
There is also a large stage area, which is also quite deep. That can be used as a dance floor, or you can place your head table on it.
There are also some loge boxes on the sides of the stage. These overlook the entire room and can make for some great pictures and very different introductions.
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Wedding Ceremonies At The Anthenaeum
There are many different rooms at this venue where you can have a ceremony.
Many of these rooms are not on the main floor but still gives your guests the ultimate convenience as they move from the ceremony, to the cocktail hour, and then to the reception.
Consider the Priory Room. It has a great 12th century look and feel to it. Its almost like getting married in a classic cathedral.
Wedding Pictures At The Anthenaeum
With the classic architecture throughout the building you will have ample place to get great photos. For example, the stairwell and the lobby are great locations for taking photos.
Then of course you are within walking distance of all the great downtown locations - so consider getting pictures in front of the Ohio Statehouse, or along the riverfront.
Being in the heart of downtown you can also get some really great urban shots.
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This venue is in an excellent location downtown, with a nearby parking garage available as well as parking meters. There are plenty of hotel options, restaurants, bars, and rehearsal dinner options nearby. For example the Renaissance Hotel is almost across the street. This is a big cost saving advantage because there’s no need for a shuttle service before/after the reception because everyone is able to walk to and from the venue.
Don't be afraid to choose vendors that are not on the preferred vendor list! They do not force you to go with the list. So if you already have a DJ or cake vendor that you really want to use, that will be fine! Just make sure your vendors are familiar with the Athenaeum and their rules - if they are then you are good to go.
We are betting that you will love that TCA is an all-inclusive venue offering tables/linens, catering, alcohol, serving staff and bartenders! They will take care of everything so that you don't have to worry about a thing.
Brick & Mortar
Great views of downtown are the highlight of an urban wedding venue with a unique green area.
Weddings At The
Brick & Mortar
Do you love the urban look of exposed brick and old warehouse/industrial feel? But want a beautiful green area for your ceremony? Then you should like that you can do both your ceremony and reception all in one place at this unique venue just outside of downtown Columbus.
Brick & Mortar
580 North Fourth StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224 - 0272
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
160 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Inside and outside
Parking
Large parking lot
Outside Caterers
No
Brick & Mortar Wedding Receptions
Located in the historic Smith Bros’ Hardware building, Brick & Mortar gives you a great combination of an industrial feel, with a garden area, and then with great views of downtown Columbus.
Brick & Mortar is a great space because it has an adjoining courtyard, giving you and your guests both indoor and outdoor space, While Brick & Mortar can hold about 150 guests inside, you almost double or TRIPLE that amount of space when you add in the terrace and courtyard!
Another nice thing about this venue is that it gives your guest the choice between spending time inside dancing the night away, or enjoying the cool summer breeze on the terrace.
Here’s the bottom line: this venue has a very unique quality that makes the perfect backdrop for your vision of a simple, elegant wedding with an industrial feel. The space is beautiful, with a lot of old world charm that really comes out that night with the lighting they use.
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Wedding Ceremonies At Brick & Mortar
If you love the urban look and feel, you should like that you can do both the ceremony and reception all in one place.
If you have your ceremony outside you can have it in the courtyard. Even though its just outside of downtown Columbus, it will feel very private as it has both an urban and green feel.
Your guests can enjoy a pre-ceremony space of the terrace. You can have drinks for them while they enjoy the city views. If you chose 'The Venue' as our ceremony location, it will be outside in the adjoining courtyard. It is in between two buildings but there is a surprising amount of green space for a unique combination of industrial AND greenery.
This has a wonderful backdrop of the Columbus skyline and is nicely shaded in the evening. They string these gorgeous lights across the garden that give the space a very romantic feel at night.
Wedding Pictures At Brick & Mortar
If you want an industrial look then perhaps get pictures in front of the warehouse. If enjoying the outdoor are more your style, you can grab some shots in front of the city skyline!
For anyone doing a reveal before hand Goodale park is about a 5 minute drive away.
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You can't beat the rustic look or the city-views. This place is it is already so beautiful so minimal decorations needed. You can dress it up, dress it down or do nothing at all and it will look gorgeous whatever you decide. The venue was absolutely beautiful with all the lights on. There is a covered outside area too get some air/chat with guests while the party raves inside.
This place is really popular from spring until mid Fall because of the terrace and courtyard additions.
You can use the outside terrace even later in the year than you might expect. They can supply a heated tent, but it is an extra costs. But you can also use the tent for your ceremony if you’d like.
Strongwater
This wedding event space is a flexible and accommodating venue full of character appropriate for any wedding reception.
Weddings At The
Strongwater
A cool and hip industrial event space housed in a century old warehouse in the heart of East Franklinton that is perfect for couples wanting an industrial vibe
The Strongwater
401 W Town St,Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 928-3170
Venue Website
Maximum Wedding Size
150 Guests
Ceremony Sites
Inside & Outside
Parking
Street & Meter
Outside Caterers
Yes
Strongwater Wedding Receptions
The Strongwater Event Space resides between three rooms of the former EBCO manufacturing floor just outside of downtown Columbus.
This industrial venue has a ton of character found around every corner. You get lots of exposed brick and large windows. You have natural light coming in from the original sawtooth windows. There is even an open-air courtyard that is perfect for your ceremony.
There are multiple spaces that allow for the events of the day to flow with ease, and the industrial vibe really creates a unique experience for you and your guests.
This industrial charm is ideal for a down-to-earth, laid-back wedding.
Preferred Wedding Vendors At The Strongwater
Wedding Ceremonies At The Strongwater
Strongwater has an open air courtyard that is perfect for wedding ceremonies. Its a nice mix of industrial with green space. Its located right next to the bar area which is convenient for your guests.
Wedding Pictures At The Strongwater
You have several different areas at Strongwater, each of them are different, but still with the cool industrial feel. You have lots of brick walls, and cool bulb lights in the ceiling. This combo makes for a great look.
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The outside ceremony area is very unique and you will get some incredibe pictures. You can also have a ‘pre ceremony cocktail hour’ in the bar area for your guests to enjoy. Its advisable to have microphones so that you ceremony vows can be heard. While your officiant might be able to be heard from the back, the couples usually aren’t heard.
You can choose from indoor and outdoor space – or a bit of both, depending on the size of the wedding.
All of your food and beverage needs are built in with the restaurant on-site with an executive chef.
Strongwater looks really beautiful at night - the string lights look amazing and you might consider using lots of candlelight in your decor for a very urban yet romantic type of vibe.
There's also plenty of parking nearby. There are also plenty of hotels nearby, including the Crowne Plaza Downtown and the DoubleTree Suites Columbus Downtown which makes it really convenient for your guests.