Congratulations on your engagement! Now comes the fun part, planning an amazing wedding that you and your friends and family will remember for years. If you’re planning your wedding in Columbus, Ohio, then you’ll have several fantastic wedding venues to choose from in Columbus and the surrounding area.
According to the Wedding Report, the average cost of a wedding in Columbus in 2021 was $27,640. A large part of your wedding budget will go toward your venue, which is one of the most important decisions you will make when planning your wedding.
Choosing the right wedding venue that is just right for you and your fiancé can feel a little overwhelming. Consider if you’d like an indoor or outdoor wedding, a combination of the two, and how to incorporate your wedding theme into the venue. Keep reading to discover some of the best wedding venues in Columbus Ohio to get you started!
Bloomfield Meadows
If you’re dreaming of an outdoor country wedding Bloomfield Meadows could be the perfect venue for you. The wedding venue is located 30 minutes north of Columbus in Centerburg, Ohio on an all-natural berry farm.
This rustic yet elegant setting offers all-inclusive wedding packages to make planning your big day easy and affordable.
Say your vows in an outdoor space surrounded by wildflowers. Then head on over to the barn on the property for your reception. The barn has a sliding side door for a true open-air atmosphere, as well as exposed wood beams and a stunning chandelier.
Attached to the barn is a patio with string lights and a 1,000-square-foot dance floor. Imagine dancing the night away under the stars in this beautiful space.
Price Range: Starting at $2,500.
Capacity: Up to 150 guests.
Bonus: There is a pond with a heart-shaped island on the property. How romantic!
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Vue Columbus
Vue Columbus is located in the Brewery District in downtown Columbus. The overall vibe is urban, hip, and modern. The Vue Columbus offers 7 different wedding packages starting at $800 and can customize the venue to fit the size and budget of your big day.
Vue Columbus has three chic event rooms you can rent. The Main Event Room is 3,800 square feet and has large windows and a patio with views of the downtown Columbus skyline. The bar and cocktail room are 2,200 square feet and can be rented individually for a small wedding or used as a cocktail hour space for a larger wedding.
The Green Room provides a more intimate setting with organic greenery and 1,000 square feet. Gorgeous!
Price Range: Starting at $2,400.
Capacity: Up to 280 guests.
Bonus: When you rent the Vue Columbus, you are sure to start off your marriage with some good karma by supporting their non-profit cancer prevention mission.
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Worthington Hills Country Club
Are you and your fiancé golf lovers? If so, Worthington Hills Country Club may be the venue for you! Set upon a pristine golf course, this luxurious space has beautiful gardens and manicured lawns. Imagine the amazing wedding photos your wedding photographer can capture in this idyllic setting.
The Grand Ballroom is a great venue for a large traditional wedding. With space for up to 275 seated guests, the room has a vaulted ceiling and is surrounded by large windows that overlook the golf course.
There is also an outdoor patio space for cocktail hour and Worthington Hills Country Club offers several affordable catering packages.
Price Range: Starting at $2,500.
Capacity: Up to 275 guests.
Bonus: You don’t have to be a member of the Country Club to rent the space and take advantage of its amenities like a pool, tennis courts, and fitness club.
Find the Worthington Hills Country Club at Worthington Hills Country Club or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Jorgensen Farms
Jorgensen Farms is located in a suburb northeast of Columbus called New Albany, Ohio. This venue is stunning with a historic Lord & Burnham greenhouse dating back to the early 20th century.
This iron and cypress structure provides an intimate and classy open-air atmosphere that you can use for both your ceremony and reception if you choose.
There are several romantic outdoor areas including a patio and a courtyard complete with a fire pit. Guests can enjoy playing lawn games on the manicured lawn during cocktail hour. In addition to the outdoor areas, Jorgensen Farms has a cottage and a Main Hall for indoor options.
Grace Lake is also located on the property for amazing wedding photos.
Price Range: Starts at $11,000.
Capacity: Up to 250 guests.
Bonus: If the venue at Jorgensen Farms is booked for your date, you can try the Jorgensen Farm sister setting, The Historic Barn, in nearby Westerville, Ohio.
Find Jorgensen Farms at Jorgensen Farms or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Phenix Banquet Center
Looking for a space with a rustic country vibe but located in the city? Phenix sits on 10 acres of privately owned land within the city limits of Columbus. This venue is the perfect blend of rustic nature combined with elegance and class.
Phenix Banquet Center offers 4 different indoor venues and one amazing outdoor venue with breathtaking views. The Athena ballroom is 4,500 square feet and has 5 beautiful chandeliers. There is a wooden dance floor and a stage.
The Apollo Lounge is 1,500 square feet and has both indoor and outdoor seating on a deck. The Atlas Hall is a whopping 5,000 square feet for an indoor larger wedding. If you are dreaming of an outdoor wedding, the outdoor venue is over 100,000 square feet and has a rustic-covered pavilion and 5 acres of woods.
Price Range: Starting at $2,000.
Capacity: Up to 200 guests.
Bonus: The Phenix Banquet Center has a family of resident deer you can often see strolling majestically on the lawn at sunset.
Find the Phenix Banquet Center at Phenix Banquet Center or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Bluestone
Located in the heart of downtown, the Bluestone is one of Columbus’s premier music venues that could make a perfect venue for your wedding. The Bluestone is a restored historic Baptist church complete with stained glass windows and cathedral ceilings and is a beautiful spot for your large traditional wedding with a modern twist.
There are 5 venue options with seating up to 300 guests. If you have a smaller wedding party, you can rent one of the other spaces a la carte. The highlight of the venue is The Sanctuary where the wedding couple can tie the knot and then greet their guests in a receiving line afterward for cocktail hour on the patio.
Price Range: Starting at $10,000.
Capacity: Up to 300 guests.
Bonus: Being located right in downtown Columbus, out-of-town guests have plenty of options for fantastic places to stay for a weekend in the city.
Find the Bluestone at Bluestone or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Clintonville Woman’s Club
Located a little north of downtown Columbus in a suburb called Clintonville, the Clintonville Woman’s Club is a quaint setting with a small-town feel.
The club was founded in 1939 and remains a civic and charitable social organization with non-profit pricing. This hidden gem is nestled atop the Adena Brook Ravine and has both indoor and outdoor venue spaces for your dream wedding.
Resident deer roam the nearby woods of the outdoor ceremony space. With beautiful gardens and lush lawns, you can say your vows under a rustic wooden gazebo surrounded by nature.
You can choose to have a cocktail hour and your reception in this lovely outdoor space or come inside for a memorable reception. There is an onsite chef who can provide catering and the staff at the Clintonville Women’s Club is an adorable crew.
Price Range: Starting at $3,000.
Capacity: Up to 180 guests.
Bonus: Since the Clintonville Woman’s Club is not for profit, you can feel good supporting this charitable organization that gives back to the community.
Find the Clintonville Woman’s Club at Clintonville Woman’s Club or check out Facebook.
Everal Barn and Homestead
Another amazing outdoor country venue in the suburbs of Columbus, The Everal Barn, and Homestead is located in Westerville, Ohio.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, you can choose from two fully restored buildings: the farmhouse and the barn. The property sits on a 10-acre park-like setting, complete with fishing ponds, walking paths, as well as plenty of trees and flowers.
The exterior brick patio at Everal Barn and Homestead is the perfect place to say your I do’s. The Barn itself is 2,400 square feet and has several levels including a loft with wood beams. The overall vibe of the venue is rustic yet luxurious and romantic.
Price Range: Starts at $150 per hour for Westerville residents.
Capacity: Up to 150 guests.
Find the Everal Barn and Homestead at Everal Barn and Homestead or check out Facebook.
Bonus: The Everal Barn and Homestead is one of the more affordable wedding venues in the Columbus area with string lighting, an elevator, tables, and chairs included in the price of the barn rental.
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Looking for an urban spot for your sophisticated, chic wedding? If so, the Sonesta Columbus Downtown may be the venue for you! The Sonesta Columbus is a modern boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Columbus. With several spaces to choose from, the Sonesta Club offers a plethora of services to help make your big day seamless and extra special.
For a medium-sized wedding, The Pinnacle Room is an ideal spot for up to 100 guests. The Medallion Room is smaller and perfect for a more intimate affair. There is an outdoor terrace for a cocktail hour surrounded by trees and fragrant flowers.
The Muirfield Room is a banquet hall with seating for up to 200 guests and a great spot for a rocking reception. With floor-to-ceiling windows, the space is a scenic spot to watch the setting sun.
Price Range: Starting at $8,000.
Capacity: Up to 250 guests.
Bonus: You and your guests can block hotel accommodations at the Sonesta Columbus Downtown at a discounted rate for a super fun weekend wedding in the city!
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The Gahanna Sanctuary
Last on the list, but not least, The Gahanna Sanctuary is located in Gahanna, Ohio which is a suburb north of Columbus.
If your dream wedding involves a traditional nuptial ceremony in a historic church with stunning stained glass windows, then the Gahanna Sanctuary may make your dream come true. Built-in 1895 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, there is a restored Gothic Revival-style bell tower above Sanctuary Hall.
The Gallery is the perfect spot for cocktail hour after your ceremony. In Sanctuary Hall there is a large wooden dance floor and the raised choir area can be used for a DJ or bartender. Included in the venue are an outdoor patio and a bridal suite. You have to see this stunning venue in person to appreciate all of its beauty and glory.
Price Range: Starts at $1,000.
Capacity: Up to 250 guests.
Bonus: As a non-profit, The Gahanna Sanctuary is an amazing venue for an affordable, larger-sized wedding.
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