Abraham Lincoln Events

100 N 5th St, Reading, PA

300+ guest capacity

This venue can host 300+ guests

About this vendor

About Abraham Lincoln Events We understand that the current COVID-19 situation has many couples uncertain about their wedding plans. We are working with all of our current couples to accommodate rescheduling their special day. We fully understand that this is not an easy task but they have our full support. For those couples looking to plan a future wedding, we assure you that we will be here to host your special event and we will celebrate again! Dates in 2021 are filling up quickly so please contact us if you would like to reserve space. Abraham Lincoln Events is an elegant weddings and events venue in Reading Pennsylvania. The Abraham Lincoln has been a stately and opulent backdrop for countless weddings and formal events over its ninety-year history. The impressive lobby with classical styling which includes; soaring ceilings wraparound mezzanine palladium windows, ornate painted columns, vintage terrazzo floors and antiques automobiles transcends time and is always in fashion. Facilities and Capacity Abraham Lincoln Events offers multiple indoor event spaces for your ceremony and reception that can accommodate up to 300 guests. Our attached parking garage and wheelchair access is an added convenience for you and your guests. Services Offered Abraham Lincoln Events offers several spaces to host any event ranging from a private boardroom to the majestic ballroom with 6 gilded chandeliers, dance floor, stage and adjoining barroom. In addition, our George Baer Chapel has a sanctuary that seats 450 and first floor hall that accommodates 150 for a sit-down reception. All spaces include tables and chairs and we have additional items available for rent to help transform your wedding day into an unforgettable experience. History Opened in May 1930, The Abraham Lincoln is a well-known National Historic Landmark designed by William Lee Stoddart. The carefully restored 17-story Art Deco-style building now holds event spaces and apartments.

Amenities + details

Ceremony Area

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Covered Outdoors Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Outdoor Event Space

Ceremony Types

Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony

Guest Capacity

300+

Settings

Ballroom
Historic Venue
Religious Setting
Church

Venue Service Offerings

Planning

4.6

out of 5.0

8 reviews

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12/14/2024 • Skyler H

We recently had our wedding ceremony at George Bear Chapel, and I would like to share both the wonderful aspects and the challenges we faced during our experience. First and foremost, the venue itself is absolutely stunning. The space was perfect for our ceremony, and many of our guests commented on how breathtaking the surroundings were. We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful location for our special day. In the months leading up to the wedding, the staff were incredibly communicative and helpful, providing timely responses to our questions and assisting with the planning process. It gave us confidence that we were in good hands and that the day would go smoothly. However, there were a few challenges we faced during the actual wedding weekend that I feel are worth mentioning. On both our rehearsal day and wedding day, we arrived at the venue at the agreed-upon time, only to find ourselves locked out and unable to access the space. We had been reassured that there would be staff available to assist us, but unfortunately, on our wedding day, no staff were present when we arrived, and we did not see the wedding coordinator the entire weekend. This lack of on-site support was a bit stressful and left us scrambling to get everything set up and organized. While the venue itself is incredible and the overall experience was positive, we feel that more attention to coordination and on-site presence would have made the event run much more smoothly. We understand that things can occasionally go awry, but clearer communication and staff presence during key moments would have made a big difference. We would still recommend Abe Lincoln Events and George Baer Chapel for its beauty and charm, but future couples should be aware that there may be gaps in support during the weekend of the event.

4/08/2024 • Julie S

An absolutely stunning venue for our wedding. We used the presidential Ballroom for the reception and the Roosevelt Room for cocktail hour. We also utilized The George Baer Chapel for our ceremony that is owned by the venue. Kelly was great to work with and very knowledgeable on the wedding planning process. She was quick to answer emails/texts during the week of our wedding to answer any last minute questions that we had.

7/29/2017 • Vanesss O

I would love to set up a date to come in and talk more about it my name is Vanessa Ortiz cell phone number is 484-721-5852

7/07/2017 • peter w

Stunning venue with fantastic staff, excellent food and very easy to work with. We loved the ballroom, it was PERFECT. Thanks

10/29/2013 • Heather L

We had our October 12, 2013 wedding at The Abraham Lincoln Hotel. The lobby and ballroom were beautiful. All of the renovation they have done in the hotel certainly paid off. We worked very close with Tracy, the wedding coordinator at the hotel, she was truly amazing to work with, very knowledgeable and quick to respond to any/all questions we had. Our guests LOVED the atmosphere and the food was outstanding! I would suggest looking here for a venue.

12/20/2011 • Jayme M

My husband and I used the Abraham Lincoln hotel as our reception cite. We were so thrilled by the service we received leading up to the wedding as well as on the day of the wedding. Not only were they great to work with, but they made every accomodation needed and were wonderful to our guests. We had lots of guests stay at the hotel and we heard nothing but great things from all of them. I would highly recommend the Abe Lincoln for other weddings! They were fantastic!