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Updated Oct 14, 2024These 12 Wedding Venues in Ohio Offer Something Special for Every Couple
Say "I do" in the Buckeye State at one of these spectacular sites.
The midwestern state of Ohio is full of choices, especially if you're planning a wedding and searching for a spectacular venue to tie the knot. Couples can take their pick of dozens—if not hundreds—of incredible wedding venues in Ohio depending on their own personal style and wedding vision. Here, options range from distilleries and gardens to historic mansions and ritzy country clubs—and much more.
Additionally, as you scroll through the list of our favorite Ohio wedding venues, you'll notice that most of them offer both indoor and outdoor event spaces. This is especially noteworthy as Ohio is a four-season destination, which means winter weddings often take place indoors while summer soirees can be held outdoors since the weather is warm and pleasant. Check out our top picks below with your venue booking checklist and list of questions in hand. For even more inspiration, head over to The Knot Vendor Marketplace to search different wedding venues based on budget, location, capacity and more.
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Villa Milano Banquet & Conference Center in Columbus, Ohio
As one of the most stunning wedding venues in Columbus, Ohio, Villa Milano looks like it's been plucked straight from the European countryside. Its incredible architecture and design elements, including elaborate arches and a striking 15-foot fountain, serve as the perfect backdrop for wedding photos. The three-level ballroom boasts soaring ceilings, a 1,200-square-foot-dance floor, a stylish bar and a built-in stage for your wedding band or DJ.
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Cox Arboretum in Dayton, Ohio
With its abundance of lush flora, this 189-acre arboretum and park is considered one of the most picturesque wedding venues in Dayton, Ohio. At Cox Arboretum, choose from seven outdoor spaces, including the 200-person, tree-filled Allée, the Great Lawn, which also includes a tent, and the Edible Landscape Garden Pavilion featuring striking limestone columns. The indoor event spaces are equally noteworthy, including the sun-drenched Huffman Gallery (max: 100 people for receptions, 150 people for wedding ceremonies) and the tiered MeadWestvaco Theatre, ideal for intimate weddings of up to 48 people.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is, hands-down, among the most unique wedding venues in Cleveland, Ohio, and the space accommodates anywhere from 20 to 2,000 people, making it a great spot for celebrations of all sizes. Music-loving couples can exchange vows in the Atrium overlooking Lake Eerie or by one of the exhibits. Cocktail hours can be held out on the plaza or indoors on the lower level or by the famous Pink Floyd exhibit. Then, rock out with your loved ones in front of the Main Stage.
Rhinegeist Brewery in Cincinnati, Ohio
Rhinegeist Brewery is among our favorite brewery wedding venues in Cincinnati, Ohio. To-be-weds can choose from a handful of industrial-chic event spaces, including the expansive 250-person Clubhouse, which offers exposed brick, pine floors and open wood rafter ceilings with skylights. The Annex (max: 80 seated guests) offers a similar aesthetic and is especially popular for ceremonies. The Lounge (max: 60 seated guests) is well-suited for cocktail hours, while the Signature Room (max: 80 seated guests) is often used for smaller receptions; both spaces feature exposed brick, as well.
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens in Akron, Ohio
Dating back more than a century, Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is one of the most historic wedding venues in Akron, Ohio, and consists of a striking Tudor Revival-style manor house as well as 70 acres of manicured grounds and lush gardens. Couples can take their pick of ceremony sites, including several terraces, an English garden and a tree-lined allée. After saying "I do," the newly married couple and their guests will head to the Carriage House Reception Hall, which includes the use of an adjacent tent that's available from May through October (max: 85 guests without the tent, 125 guests with the tent) or the 175-guest Manor House Reception Hall, which features a fireplace hearth and balcony for your wedding band or DJ. Lastly, if the weather's nice, consider hosting cocktail hour outside in the Service Well and Drying Yard.
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City View Event Center in Toledo, Ohio
City View Event Center is one of the most beautiful wedding venues in Toledo, Ohio thanks to its riverside locale in the heart of downtown. Take in the swapping water views while you say "I do" before enjoying cocktail hour out on the patio, which is studded with plush lounge furniture and fire pits. From there, you'll head into the lavish ballroom reception space featuring polished wood floors, dazzling chandeliers, elegant drapery and expansive windows.
Glenmoor Country Club in Canton, Ohio
Glenmoor Country Club is considered one of the most beautiful country club wedding venues in Canton, Ohio thanks to its greenery-filled surroundings. Alfresco ceremonies can take place in the gardens, while the paved courtyard is perfect for cocktail hour. The Chapel Ballroom reception space stands out for its yellow interiors, striking arches, dazzling chandeliers and white drapery, which adds an extra-elegant touch.
Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown, Ohio
Elegance awaits at Stambaugh Auditorium, which just so happens to be among the most opulent wedding venues in Youngstown, Ohio. Large receptions of up to 550 guests are held in the Tyler Grand Ballroom, which features dazzling chandeliers, stunning decor and a spacious open floor plan that can be customized to your liking. Outdoor ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions can all take place in the formal garden, while Christman Hall, which boasts vaulted gold leaf-painted ceilings, large windows and tall arches, is suitable for intimate weddings.
Westbrook Country Club in Mansfield, Ohio
Westbrook Country Club is among the most timeless wedding venues in Mansfield, Ohio, fewer than 70 miles from both Columbus and Cleveland. Open year-round, the Pavilion offers space for 250 guests and an abundance of natural light, plus pristine views of the surrounding championship golf course. The cozy Living Room and Hahn Bar (max: 50 people), anchored by a roaring fireplace, serve as the perfect setting for a cozy cocktail hour. We'd also be remiss not to mention the Main Dining Room, which is ideal for smaller receptions of up to 80 people.
Glidden House in Cleveland, Ohio
Located in Cleveland, the 1910-era Glidden House is among the most romantic wedding venues in northeast Ohio due to its opulent event spaces, manicured grounds and ornate French Gothic architecture. The 2,600-square-foot Juniper Room, which holds up to 250 guests, is characterized by its massive chandelier, elegant French doors and hardwood floors. In terms of outdoor ceremony sites, couples can pick between the tranquil gardens and the estate's original gazebo. Also, since this is a boutique hotel, on-site accommodations are available for newlyweds and their guests.
The Club at Corazón in Dublin, Ohio
The Club at Corazón is sure to delight couples and their guests with its serene lakeside locale and spectacular Tuscan architecture. The venue offers a handful of indoor and outdoor event spaces for ceremonies and receptions. Exchange vows surrounded by the vineyards, host cocktail hour out on the lakefront terrace and head inside the sprawling 57,000-square-foot clubhouse, which offers warm wood furnishings that only enhance the Tuscan-style vibes.
Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus, Ohio
Searching for a gorgeous garden wedding venue in the heart of the city? If the answer is yes, look no further than Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus. Spanning nearly 90 acres of gardens and scenic grounds, the Ohio wedding venue will impress couples and their guests. The glass-enclosed John F. Wolfe Palm House (max: 190 seated guess), which also has its own terrace, is especially noteworthy for its natural light-filled interiors, indoor tropical gardens and a grand double staircase that serves as the perfect backdrop for photo ops. There's also the Veridian, which features an exposed stone wall, ceramic tiled flooring and wood-coffered ceilings (bonus: the space also includes the use of the rooftop Grove and Celebration Garden). Wells Barn offers a more rustic feel, while the Celebration Lawn accommodates 250 seated guests. Last but not least is the Grand Atrium, which boasts the Zen Terrace rooftop outfitted with bonsai trees and bamboo (max: 250 people).
