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s, phone calls, etc. all in a timely fashion. They even provided a separate tour of their venue for my dad who was not able to make our first tour/meeting at the Excelsior. The Excelsior is so stunning in itself, that I made sure our decorations and flowers were minimal because I wanted the venue to speak for itself - and it did, because our guests were in awe. And did I mention they have in house catering (Signature on King) with amazing food?! Seriously, look no further!

tive, truly a delight to work with. We could not have been happier with the day! I had high expectations for my daughter's wedding and they were exceeded by the Excelsior event location and staff. I highly recommend this venue for your upcoming event or wedding!!!!

) and then I found Excelsior. Not only is it in such a cute little town, easy for all of the wedding guests from out of town to walk from the hotel to the venue and all the cute little restaurants, but Excelsior has more character then all the venues I visited combined. It is breathtaking and the owners' attention to detail in every inch of the property is very evident. The owners, Kelly and John care so much about the property and making your event perfect. They were always so very kind and prompt at responding; as well as Kaitlyn, the director of catering. They all work so well together and treat you like a friend, not just a customer. All of the rules they have about choosing a vendor on their list might seem frustrating at first, especially for the budget conscious, but when your day comes all of it makes sense. The owners' are very experienced and do everything for a reason. Our vendors we chose were well versed in the space allowing for our day to run smoothly and perfectly. And as much as I did not want to get a wedding planner to save money, I would now recommend a day-of-planner to absolutely everyone. I don't know what we would have done with out Maria from Mx2. The day of the wedding every detail was amazing- from the water station for the guests as they arrive (cut fruit decorating the glass containers), to the customized chalk art done by Kelly in the elevator, to the absolutely delicious food, and our specialty drinks. All of our guests just kept raving about every detail of the venue and the food. I would recommend this venue to anyone. There is not a single complaint I can make. Thank you to everyone at Excelsior for being so amazing, genuine, and thoughtful. Your passion and dedication to Excelsior is obvious and it makes all the difference. Even though you see weddings many times a week, you treated our day as one of a kind.

New York and my fiancé is from Baltimore, never would we expect landing in Lancaster, PA – but we fell in love with what a vibrant and growing city and community it is. After our wedding, our guests could not stop talking about how wonderful their experience was visiting the area. If you’ve seen photos of the venue, it won’t do it justice. The earthy, historical, and modern industrial vibes you feel in the space are nothing short of amazing. It is so clear that so much thought and love went in to making every space, down to the bridal suite and the bathrooms – completely styled and gorgeous. Our very long planning process was made so much easier knowing that we would be in good hands with Kelly, John, Kaitlyn, & the entire signature on king staff. Our wedding day was nothing short of perfection. The venue speaks for itself, but the fantastic service we received was the topping on the cake. Hannah, our catering manager was so sweet and attentive. Through our entire event she checked up on us to make sure that we were happy and that there wasn't anything we needed. The beautiful thing about Excelsior and Signature Catering on King is that it truly is an all inclusive venue. Many spaces claim to have it all, but Excelsior truly does. From their displays to the lighting and music, all that you could need is already there. Additionally, the food quality is locally sourced and DELICIOUS. My guests could not stop raving about how good the food was. I am a wedding planner, so I set my expectations for my wedding extremely high. I would and will 100% recommend my clients host their wedding at Excelsior. Another one of my favorite aspects of our wedding day was the movement that it allowed for, there are so many unique spaces to see and surprises hiding around every corner. If you don’t want to be stuck in a one room ballroom for your wedding day, look no further. Your guests will never go to a wedding like it! Our experience was extremely customized to us as a couple, and we did not feel like just another couple getting married there. I truly can’t say enough amazing things about our wedding day, and this was due hugely in part to our venue and the people who run it. Thank you a million times over to the Excelsior family!!

he Catacombs to the Empire Room where we ate dinner...it was all simply stunning. Kelly, John and Kaitlyn are also a big part of the experience and each made sure we had what we needed to make our day perfect. Highly recommend Excelsior for anyone planning a wedding!

sited seven venues from Lancaster county to Baltimore in one day, and after seeing them all, it was Excelsior that she decided on as her wedding venue…no other venue came close to her ideal. From the first time we met with Kelly and John (the owners) and Kaitlyn (the director of catering), we were warmly welcomed, and were so impressed with the obvious pride each one of them has in this venue, and for good reason: the space is so beautifully varied with unique features, and the food is simply the best! Michelle was married on the Terrace, a beautiful outdoor courtyard featuring a green wall, industrial beams with glass windows and doors, brick walls with flower boxes at the windows, and ivy-covered walls. During the cocktail hour while pictures were taken in the Terrace area, guests spread out and explored the lower lobby, the Catacombs, and the Garden Courtyard with its beautiful arched wooden beams, water features, brick and stone floors and giant hanging ferns. We were then ushered into the second floor Empire Room where our delectable dinner was elegantly served, and our guests continued to rave about the delicious food and stunning accommodations of the Excelsior space. When dinner ended, the guests were invited to the Grande Salon, where the bride and groom made a breathtaking entrance by way of the Grande Stairs, and then enjoyed their first dance as husband and wife. At the end of the evening our wedding coordinator, Deb Erb from Simply Events (we highly recommend her!), arranged us in two long rows in the Garden Courtyard where we lit sparklers and gave Michelle and Brian a beautiful path to walk through as they exited the building, walked up the steps to East King Street, and drove off to their honeymoon destination. My husband and I were so very happy and feel truly blessed with everything about our experience with Excelsior, and cannot thank Kelly, John, and Kaitlyn enough for their expertise, professionalism, friendliness, and making us feel that our daughter’s wedding was the most special event at Excelsior EVER!

day and you can create your vision of lighting/flowers/floor plans etc. in such beautiful and unique spaces! .... The staff! It was great to work with the staff at Excelsior.. everything ran smoothly from the start of planning through the day of our wedding! The food.... people are still talking about our food from our wedding! We had the opportunity to customize some things to really make the menu personalized, which was HUGE for us! Do yourself a favor and check out this venue!!! I have no doubt you will fall in love with it like we did the second we walked in! :)

s were amazing. We have gotten nothing but rave reviews about the space, the people, and the food from our wedding. They really made our day so special.

professional. Planning a wedding with The Excelsior was easy. They had lots of helpful planning documents, event planners on site, and most of what you need they have in house. They were great at personalizing our day and making it the best day ever. The food was also delicious! Our guests just kept telling us how beautiful of a venue it was, great location, and how great the food was.

de ceremony, and it's a perfect combination of rustic/sleek overall. There are so many rooms to be in, so there are so many options for your wedding! We visited nearly 10 other venues, and this is the most beautiful. It is also reasonably priced - there were some other venues that were similar in costs, so it's not crazy expensive. Also, they provide catering with the venue, and the food is soooo good and you can customize as much as you'd like! If could get married again, I would do it here again, but I don't want to spend another fortune on a wedding!! Oh, and the management is so nice and personable! And finally, this venue is a wonderful location right near downtown Lancaster!

t at communicating, gave a list of tried and true vendors, coordinators and recommendations for how much alcohol to by along with a company that will do it for you. They can work with almost any budget to give you your dream wedding. Everything from start to finish went smoothly and my wedding was a dream. People are still talking about what a cool and unique venue Excelsior was. I can’t say enough good things.

So convenient and the food is PHENOMENAL), and the rest of the Excelsior team. Our guests could not stop telling us how beautiful the venue was and how yummy the food was. Their vendor recommendations were also how we found the rest of our wonderful, wonderful team of vendors. Reserve your date while you still can!

ur guests raved over the uniqueness of the venue and the delicious food they were served. Thank you for everything! We would recommend Excelsior to anyone!

was extremely responsive to our needs and helpful with providing suggestions. She ensured everything ran smoothly the entire day of our wedding as well. We got so many compliments about how beautiful the venue was from all of our guests after the wedding. The best part really was the functionality of each room and the "back-up" plans available for rain even though they are just as amazing options. We could not have imagined getting married at any other venue and were absolutely thrilled with the way everything turned out on our special day.

eceived amazing feedback from our guests. It is a venue to remember. Each guest will get to experience different rooms and pieces of the building throughout their night. Your guest will love it just as much as you! Excelsior has also put an amazing list of vendors together. I would go with the people on your list or listen to you wedding planner! They really know who's in it for you and going to make your day what you want it to be. Drew and I couldn't be happier. Thank you John and Kelly (and KAITLYN ) for an amazing day.

chose Excelsior - they helped us pull off the New York City meets Lancaster wedding of our dreams!! The venue itself is absolutely breathtaking. It’s raw elegance, dramatic features, modern-meets-vintage feeling is unbelievably chic and impactful for your guests and for your photos. Whether you want to have your entire event inside or outside, there are so many options to plan your perfect event! This venue is truly unique from any other that we have ever seen! Our wedding photos look like they belong in a magazine! During and after our wedding, we received so many compliments that the food was the best our guests had ever had at a wedding, and we agree! The food was hot, perfectly cooked, presented beautifully, and delicious! We had an elegant menu of Chilean sea bass and braised short rib - a combination not many catering services have the ability to execute so beautiful for a wedding! The venue helped us to create signature bride & groom cocktails that were unique, flowing all evening, and presented beautifully - garnishes and all! The staff was unbelievably kind, timely, professional, courteous, and focused on making sure our guests, and we, were happy all evening. From cocktail hour, to table service, to the reception bars - we couldn’t have been more pleased! Kaitlyn Fetter, who runs the show, is 100% top of the line in her kindness, flexibility, professionalism, accuracy, and personality. She executed everything from start to finish flawlessly, and became a true friend throughout the process. The owners, Kelly and John, are absolutely amazing as well. They are such nice, gracious, personable, professional, and helpful people, with a great sense of humor! Any questions we had before, during, and after our wedding, they were right there to help us and accommodate us! It is not often you come across so many incredible people all in one place. Honestly we just cannot say enough positive things about the Excelsior team!!! All in all, Excelsior is an amazing place, filled with amazing people. Any vision that we had, they helped to bring to life. Any questions or concerns we expressed, they did their best to find the best option for us, and to give their opinion on what would work best. On your wedding day, it is SO important to trust the people you are working with. My husband and I can confidently recommend Excelsior 100% for this reason, and beyond! Excelsior is the perfect combination of a dream, unique venue, with a dream team running it. Our wedding was the best day of our lives, thanks to Excelsior!

n the day of, they made everything simple and relaxing for us. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better place to hold our wedding ceremony & reception!

e so many different spaces without having to go outside was awesome! Our ceremony in the Empire room was gorgeous and the windows give incredible natural light for photos. Cocktail in the catacombs was a huge hit - our guests thought it was so cool! Our reception was in the grand salon with the beautiful sweeping staircase and hardwood floors. The entire venue is gorgeous and so unique. The staff is amazing and their exclusive catering company (Jimmy Duffy) does an incredible job. The location is perfect - walking distance to the Marriott and to many bars. Our guests still talk about what an amazing venue Excelsior is!

ng it feel like a family event. From making special arrangements to the special touches during photos of the beautiful drawing in the elevator, the attention to detail was superb.Everyone who saw the venue on the night of the rehearsal was amazed and the fans grew as people came the next day for the wedding. The staff was extremely attentive to our needs and our guests. It was amazing to be able to converse with our guests and have someone from the staff come up to the bride and groom and ask if they needed a drink, then get it so we could continue to enjoy our wedding. We had high expectations going into the weekend and I must say that not only was the venue perfect, but the vendors they recommended did an amazing job as well! They were in the middle tier of what we were looking to spend, but the value we received was far superior to the competition. I could not recommend them enough. It was our perfect wedding! Thank you Kelly, Kaitlyn and John.

ble historic building (that my Lancaster-raised grandfather and father were familiar with previously as a furniture store) made Excelsior such a unique and interesting venue. Each floor, nook and cranny has personality and a really cool mix of old and new features. We felt as though we got to have 3 venues in 1, as we were able to use each floor during our wedding day (Empire Room for ceremony, Catacombs for cocktail hour, Grand Salon for dinner, and Empire Room again for dancing). A month later, our guests are still sending us pictures of Excelsior and telling us how taken they were by the day and the venue. Now on to the team. Kaitlyn was a joy to work with, and she never, ever quit on making our day meet our hopes for the event and staying (relatively) within our budget. She is a fabulous connector between Jimmy Duffy's catering/the catering staff and Excelsior's owners, Kelly and John, and she always made sure everyone was on the same page even with many vendors and details to align. Kelly and John treated my husband and I, our families, and even our friends like family. Every time we visited, they always took the time to show us around the space and make us comfortable. They were also trustworthy business partners, and made contract conditions clear. I should also note that although you will not have the flexibility at Excelsior to choose your own caterer, Jimmy Duffy's food was phenomenal, and we were not at all disappointed. They also generously provided us a second tasting opportunity when we had trouble remembering the details of our original group tasting, since it was held almost a year before our wedding date. To give an example of how Excelsior's team goes beyond normal business expectations, on our rehearsal day there was an unexpected snow storm and most of our bridal party was nearly an hour late (for a one-hour rehearsal window). Instead of rushing us along when everyone finally arrived, Kelly, John and Kaitlyn chatted with everyone and showed people around Excelsior while we waited for others stuck in traffic, then gave us all the time we needed once we had everyone there. They will make your wedding feel just as important as every other couple who gets married at Excelsior, no matter how many others might be married on the same weekend. Thank you for everything you did for Dan and I - we're forever grateful!

ven before any contract was signed), we were treated like family and throughout our year and a half of planning, I knew that we were in good hands with the team at Excelsior. A lot of the ideas I had for decor were "new" for Excelsior, and Kelly and John embraced and supported it whole-heartedly--so no worries about a cookie-cutter wedding here! On the day of the wedding, Kelly and John were there to make sure everything ran smoothly (which it did), and the bridal chamber was an amazing space for my girls and I to get ready in. Only one small issue came up with a bartender who had a little too much to drink, but Kelly was there to correct it immediately. Despite this small issue, pretty much every guest came up to me telling me what an amazing place Excelsior is, and asking where I found such a unique space in Lancaster! All-in-all, Excelsior is a beautiful space with great owners and I highly, highly recommend it to anyone looking for an amazing space to get married!

l during the planning process and their vision and style helped create a beautiful day for us. We also can't say enough good things about Kaitlyn and the team at Jimmy Duffy's who took such good care of us and made the day run smoothly. Excelsior is just a stunning space with an amazing team of people. Our guests were wowed by the space, service and food. Everyone had an amazing time.

John the owners are such a joy to work with and take real pride in their building (as they should!). They worked with us to accommodate a guest list of 250 and everything was absolutely stunning! I am so happy we found the Excelsior.

unning and having the ceremony, cocktail party and dinner on different levels was unique and something we never experienced. The catacombs are sexy at night and our guests raved about the delicious and plentiful food served. Dinner was gorgeous upstairs and everyone loved being able to chat while they dined. We returned to the main level for dessert and dancing and it was fabulous. Kelly and John are a pleasure to work with and we have zero complaints. It was a beautiful night for the bride, groom and guests.

or my parents who couldn't make the first one. Every email was answered in a timely manner. Kelly, John, and Kaitlyn went out of their way to make sure every detail was attended to on the day of our wedding. From the customized signs to the bridal suite everything was done beautifully. They make sure each couple feels special and each wedding is unique. We were so happy with our wedding and very grateful to everyone who made it happen and would highly recommend it.

ern industrial feel with an authentic historical setting -- there's so much of a story inside of this place, and it's the perfect spot to start your own story as a married couple. The Outdoor Terrace, the Outdoor Courtyard, the Catacombs, the Empire Room, and the Grande Salon are five different spaces that each bring their own charm and allow you to script an incredible flow to your wedding day. As our guests moved from the Outdoor Terrace for our ceremony, to the Catacombs and Courtyard for our cocktail hour, to the Empire Room for dinner and Grande Salon for dessert and dancing, our guests would get more excited for the next ‘revealing’ to see the next phase of our evening. The spaces are available to you, and you can decide your own wedding day “flow”. That’s one of the best features of the venue! From the first day we walked in, we knew it was where our wedding would be, and a big part of the reason was how welcoming and helpful Kelly & John are. We weren't just another client for them -- they proactively worked hard at making us friends as well, catering to anything we needed over the course of our planning and also advising on what they’d seen from other couples without ever trying to “upsell” us. And then, we were introduced to Kaitlyn, from Jimmy Duffy's Catering, the exclusive caterer and their primary rep at Excelsior, and we can't say enough about her professionalism, responsiveness and enthusiasm. Between the three of them, they have Excelsior running like a well-oiled machine and it showed the night of our wedding. Everything was perfect. The food is incredible, the service impeccable, the decor and design makes it warm and inviting yet unique and impressive, the flexibility is so helpful, and the details are their specialty. We didn’t even mention the huge bridal suite for getting ready, big bathrooms stocked with all the necessities for guests, state-of-the-art surround sound system which offers speakers throughout the venue so guests could hear our band from farther corners, and inventory of decor they already have onsite to save you the time and money from getting your own (battery operated candles, chalkboard signs, mirrors, easels, white uplights). There is so much to love at Excelsior. We wish we could do it all over again. Do yourselves a favor, and do us a favor, schedule your visit now, and book it before you leave!

e courtyard was absolutely gorgeous against their living plant wall. Everything was absolutely incredible. If you’re considering Excelsior, take a tour & I guarantee you’ll be sold.

beautiful, the food was phenomenal, and, as much as getting married can be, the day was totally relaxing and so much fun! You are required to get a wedding coordinator at this venue, but it was so worth it! The only small criticism I have was just with staffing levels leading up to our wedding - the Dantinnes are absolutely wonderful people, but they are running this very busy venue on their own! Sometimes it was evident that they were a bit stressed out, but who wouldn't be when they are so busy! Just be understanding of that, and your entire process will run completely seamlessly!

t great things to say about Excelsior and their staff!

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feel like we were the only event they had the whole year - despite a very packed schedule! If you are looking for a unique, memorable venue with top notch service STOP NOW because the Excelsior is your answer!

asy, personal experience. They are there with you through every step of the way, and provide first hand assistance with any of your needs. We still have guests telling us how amazing our wedding was, "party of the century" some may have even stated! Other venues pale in comparison to the history, character and unique beauty that Excelsior encompasses. We are so happy we chose them to host our ceremony and reception!

re warm and inviting since the very first time we met, and the staff is knowledgeable, and eager to help. They truly want everything to be perfect for your special day. I could not imagine our wedding being anywhere else.

throughout the entire planning process. Kaitlyn was happy to answer any questions and guided us through planning our meal choices and seating arrangements, and Duffy's catering provided delicious food for our guests to enjoy. Our family and friends are still talking about how beautiful our wedding was and how unique and special Excelsior is. I would highly recommend this venue to any bride and groom looking for a truly special place to make your wedding day dreams come true.

aitlyn you will feel like family! This venue is a must if you want to make your dream wedding come true.

ve solutions to questions or ideas we had but didn't know how to resolve. It was clear from our first trip into Excelsior that this was more than just a business for them, but rather an experience that they wanted to share. The building renovations were impeccable and the history and detail of the venue lend to not only a gorgeous backdrop but also some really great conversation pieces. The service the offered day of was impeccable, not one detail was missed and we will be forever grateful for the guidance they gave us along the way. Our wedding was executed flawlessly and since then I've received countless compliments on the venue, food and service. I'd love to say I'd do it all over again, but I'm not sure they could be any better than the first time. I highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for something that allows an amazing space and helps to take the stress out of planning!!

l things about this Lancaster city venue are the spaces that guests can have access to depending on how you plan your day: the courtyard, the terrace, the catacombs, the first and second levels... Excelsior has urban appeal and is the perfect city location if you are not planning a barn or hotel wedding in Lancaster. This place had an extraordinary impact on us and we are pleased that John, Kelly, Kaitlyn, and vendors are no longer strangers but neighbors to us! We loved Excelsior from its construction and rehabilitation to now and are thrilled to see their growth continue! It's worth it - we promise.

ohn, were always so accommodating whenever we had questions, concerns, or even when we needed to pop in for an in-person visit every once in awhile. Kaitlyn and Hannah, who work with Jimmy Duffy's catering, were equally amazing to work with. One of the best parts of picking this venue was that they were more than willing to let us do much of our own decorating. We love adding our own creative flair to anything we do, and we really enjoyed being able to add personal touches to the venue. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was incredible, and even though we didn't have the best weather (rained on and off all day, also very hot/humid), the back-up plans were still so beautiful. Every guest I spoke to had nothing but good things to say about the venue. One guest even said it was the best party he'd ever been to! Thank you to everyone at Excelsior for making my wedding day dreams come true!

nored their word and fixed the issue promptly. I will say, I wish I was able to have pictures taken upstairs, but there are so many beautiful spots for photos that we were able to get plenty of beautiful shots! Thanks again to the Excelsior Team for providing the best day of our lives thus far!

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eous and spacious bridal suite, to endless beautiful spaces with lots of natural light for photo ops (especially since it was pouring rain all day!), a built-in sound system, a fantastic catering company, and most of all, the most loving, thoughtful, and caring owners who will stop at nothing to make sure their couples get everything they could want or need out of their wedding venue. Kelly and John made us feel like family from the moment we met them, and I truly can't imagine having had our wedding anywhere else. Excelsior's location and the amazing network of vendors that have worked there during its short time in the business make it an incomparable option. I wish we could do it all over again!

rent rooms / options for the events of the day. John went out of his way to give us a tour of all the spaces in Excelsior including those still under renovation. The Jimmy Duffy tasting event was also great and the food is delicious! We can’t wait to celebrate our special day at the Excelsior!

day of the wedding was perfect. As the Mother of the Bride, everything was so well run by Excelsior that I felt like I could relax and enjoy every moment of the special day. They are constantly making improvements. Love how the owners enjoy what they are doing and how much they love the building and the couples and families they are hosting. Such a unique wedding experience! Highly recommend!

the most amazing team that anyone could hope for in making your dream of a perfect wedding come true at all levels. Our DJ LOVED the modern sound system---it was so perfect in all rooms and he had no trouble working with it. John had a pre-meeting with our DJ to insure that all would be perfect. Kaitlyn created the most sensational food with her team---the best catered food that I have ever tasted. Kelley made us feel like family and gave us sooooo much of her time to figure out every single detail. From the warm hugs, lanterns, gorgeous natural and faux candle lighting, gourmet goodies, outdoor patios---This modern, urban, restored space and the people inside are the BEST!!!!

. The bar set up in the basement/catacombs was just odd. On the one side it was back in the corner with the elevator wall right in from if the bar so there wasn't much room for the line of people waiting for drinks so it just became a mess of people. The worst part was when it came to the music. The DJ himself was great (he was my DJ at our wedding and I was very happy with him) however the speaker's and acoustics in the reception area were horrible!!! The music quality was pathetic and there was constant humming. The DJ asked to bring his own speakers and he was told he could not because they wanted try use the speaker's they just installed. The owner of Excelsior wasn't there and no one knew how to adjust the speaker's... They should have someone on staff that knew something about the speaker's. If no one was available to help the DJ should have been able to use his own speakers so he could adjust and tone. Not only that but the ceiling was tin and the walls all solid so no sound cushion for absorption. In addition the poor DJ had to drive around the block 22 times before a spot opened up out front say he can unload, since there was no unloading zone. I have been to allot of local weddings and I personally would recommend all those over Excelsior... Unless you have a small wedding and aren't into the music.

e vast majority of our wedding guests were from out of town, and no one could stop talking about how amazing the venue was, and kept asking how we managed to secure such a great location for the wedding. Our guests stayed at the Marriott, so the location made the weekend very easy for everyone, and allowed our guests to take advantage of exploring Downtown Lancaster. Kelly and John have poured their heart and soul into the venue, and it shows. They took care of every small detail on the day of the wedding, including making signs for our guests, leaving up lights and greenery they had already installed so we could use it for our wedding, and being constantly willing to talk through different ideas for the space. The venue is incredible, and there are so many different and magical ways to use the spaces. Our wedding pictures are beautiful, and it was great to have so many different backgrounds for our pictures. We had our ceremony and reception on site. Our hope was to have the wedding outside, but it rained that day and we had to make a last minute switch to inside. Kelly and team were so helpful coming up with a rain plan, and it worked out very well. I was even able to make my ceremony entrance down the grand staircase. Dinner was upstairs in the Empire Room, and dessert and dancing in the Grand Salon. During dancing our guests were able to spill out onto the terrace, which was great for people who were hard of hearing or needed a break. Kelly and John also did a great job connecting us with local vendors, and their relationships and professional expertise in the wedding industry were so helpful in our planning. We were thrilled to have our wedding at Excelsior, and highly recommend it to other couples. Excelsior helped make our day unforgettable!

f the day as stress-free as I think it can be! The building itself is BEAUTIFUL and wonderfully restored, as our guests would not stop telling us :) and I loved the convenience of having the whole wedding day in one location. I would recommend them in a heartbeat for any special event, they have my wholehearted thanks for making my wedding day even more lovely than I could imagine it!

have been so helpful every step of the way and we are beyond excited for our big day next November.

e to life! This space has unique wow factor, and it was most definitely the topic of conversion among our guests. Everything was perfect and relaxing. We could not have asked for a more perfect wedding day. Thank you so much! I would choose Excelsior a thousand times over.

We toured the facility while it was under construction and Kelly and John's explanation of their vision was so beautifully realized that it had us completely enthralled. We walked away from it in a daze, thinking of how perfect their stylistic ideas fit into what we always wanted in a venue. They understood of course, that we had some reservations about whether or not the project would be completed in time, but their undeniable faith in what they were envisioning was completely contagious. We jumped on board because they are the type of movers and shakers that a community needs. Kelly and John always keep their client's best interests in mind and will bend over backwards to guarantee a special day will come to fruition. I feel the greatest part of their personalities and with what they bring to future clients is that they become friends with you throughout the whole process. The building has become more than a spectacularly renovated historic building. It has become a part of who John and Kelly are as people, and this is something that should be shared with everyone who comes in contact with it. Excelsior is a force to be reckoned with, not only in our small city of Lancaster, but in the larger picture of things to come. Thanks again for providing the setting for our best day ever!

ng care of every detail, while making you feel like family! Jimmy Duffy Catering has also been a pleasure to work with, truly caring for our vision & planning the menu accordingly. Excelsior offers a grandeur & spacious event space that is unlike any other! If you are lucky enough to secure a date at this magnificent venue, count on you & your guests being blown-away by the unique & wonderful experience that awaits you at Excelsior!!

with Excelsior when the venue was barely renovated. Kelly, Pol and John explained their vision when walking us through the construction site, and we knew then that it was going to be something special. Jump to present day and Excelsior became exactly what they told us, and perhaps even more. The beauty, charm and uniqueness of the venue is absolutely unmatched! BRAVO to the Excelsior team! We are looking forward to celebrating our big day with you!

ct. Kelly has been so accommodating in fitting us in to look at the venue as well as any questions we have. We've never waited more than 24 hours for a response. We've visited the venue a few times as we are working through all of our plans and every time we get more and more excited! We are so thankful for this beautiful venue in Lancaster!

s made our planning much easier than ever expected. From our Planned Perfection wedding planner, Diana; Dustin at Shumaker; to the Jimmy Duffy catering staff--all have been very accommodating and offered us many creative solutions us as we've planned the details. Take advantage of the multiple floors/ rooms, plus an outdoor patio and courtyard Excelsior offers to make any wedding or event spectacular. And note, the cascading staircase is a must-see!

e perfect for the cocktail hour and cigars and cognac after dinner! Dinner in the Empire Room and dancing the night away in the Grand Salon! And what a treat to find messages for the bride and groom on the elevator walls.....painted with beauty and style....and warmth! Bless you Kelly and John! We wish we had more kids to marry off in your beautiful venue!

ll, fountains and repurposed bars are touches that make it above and beyond. They've been so friendly and helpful so far and I can't wait to keep working with them throughout this next year! Update post wedding - I cannot say how happy I am with our wedding day. Kelly and John were nothing short of amazing throughout the entire wedding process. They are SO helpful and so friendly. Everything was perfect, and our guests could not stop commenting on every detail! Jimmy Duffy's food and staff was spot on, and our guests could not stop talking about it. I never knew our wedding day could really be a dream, but it really was. The only thing I wish is that we could do it all again!

edom to enhance this already beautiful space to accommodate our very-detailed & elaborate Midsummer Night's Dream theme. From the courtyard, to the catacombs, the Terrace to the Grande Salon, everything was breathtaking. All of our friends & family continue to rave about the elegance and eclectic space, telling my husband and I that they have "never seen anything like it anywhere." and that it is "absolutely stunning." The Jimmy Duffy catering staff is the absolute best in the tri-state area. The food is impeccable, the service is 5-star, and their attention to detail and our vision was outstanding. When I get together with friends, everyone laments the fact that there isn't a tray of the pancetta crisp hors d'oeuvres and cookies & cream ice cream sandwiches! Everything from The Excelsior team was communicated in a professional, attentive, and loving manner. I continue to recommend Excelsior to all of my bride friends, because I know you will not find a team that cares for you and your day, and takes care of you and your wedding guests ON your wedding day better than Excelsior. Thank you again, for everything!!!

found just what we were looking for. The venue is beautiful from every angle and our guests were blown away. Kelly, John and our Jimmy Duffy rep Kaitlyn went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. From personalized signage, to specific food items that weren't even on their menus, we were impressed with every aspect. We couldn't be happier with how our wedding turned out. Definitely recommend this venue!

ion and I am so glad we did! The renovation and restoration of this historical property came out better than I ever could have imagined. John and Kelly put every labor of love into it. The venue is walking distance from several hotels in downtown Lancaster, which made it very convenient for our guests (the Marriott and Hotel Lancaster). Excelsior has an exclusive caterer, Jimmy Duffy Catering, whose fabulous planner Sarah took care of everything for us. The venue is BYOB which was a big plus in our book, allowing us to purchase what we want and know our guests liked. The catacombs have to be my favorite part of the venue; they look like an old wine cellar. The outdoor spaces are amazing, and they really gave our guests some beautiful spaces to hang out in - especially the patio with the green living wall. Sarah helped us use the entire property, indoor and outdoor spaces including the second and first floors, and the Jimmy Duffy packages really caterer to every budget. Our wedding was more perfect than we could have imagined and I would suggest anyone looking to get married in Lancaster to call Excelsior!

daughter! We could not be more pleased and excited!

quest we had was met with a plan to make it a reality. Every promise made to us was kept and we were made to feel like our child's "big day" was as important to them as it was to us. Our memories of our daughter's wedding day are of all of the important family moments that matter. Kelly and John Dantinne and Paul Duffy and his fabulous crew took care of everything else. We will always be grateful to them for caring as much about our day as we did.

e any other in the area. Pictures do not do the building justice & I would highly recommend checking out in-person if you're planning a Lancaster wedding.

xcelsior's team… they have been wonderful to work with. Like all parents, we have been dreaming of throwing a beautiful event for our daughter's wedding since she was a little girl. We have a budget and Kelly and John as well as Jimmy Duffy Catering have respected this and will be providing us with exactly what we wanted while staying within our budget. The venue itself is amazing… John and Kelly have poured their heart and soul into making it something unique, elegant and magical. From a convenience standpoint, local hotels and parking are within a very short walk… so nice for our many out of town guests. Excelsior is now the premier venue in Lancaster and we are thrilled to be a part of their first year!!

I can't say enough about how wonderful they are - they will do anything and everything they can to make your day as special as possible. I would recommend Excelsior to anyone - I'd give them 6 stars if I could!

nquiry to the venue and received a response immediately! Awesome! 11/14/2015: My parents and sister toured the under-construction Excelsior for me and were quite impressed. 11/18/2015: Sarah reached out via email to ask if I had any questions (Sarah is excellent). I replied to Kelly/Sarah expressing my excitement after my parent’s tour, and asked to schedule a tour with my fiancé over the holidays. 12/26/2015: My fiancé and I toured the under-construction venue. We loved it, but were admittedly nervous about the investment. January 2016: We crunched the numbers, made a budget and a plan. 2/4/2016 9:17AM: I sent an email to Excelsior. It read “Matthew and I wanted follow up with you both and thank you for the wonderful tour you provided us the day after Christmas! We can’t get Excelsior out of our minds, and nothing else compares. I will be visiting Lancaster again from March 17-21. Would it be possible to make an appointment during that time to look around once more and make a commitment? We would like May 13, 2017 if you still have that date available.” 2/4/2016 11:08AM: Kelly replied: “I will hold your date of 5.13.17 and give you first right of refusal should anyone request it before you come up to Lancaster, PA for a final progress tour and signing on ... shall we schedule your meeting with us at Excelsior on Saturday, March 19th at 9:30 am?” 2/4/2016 4:08PM: Kelly Dantinne invited you to “9:30 Allison & Matthew 2nd Tour with Sign/Deposit”. 2/8/2016 9:28AM: I received an email from Kelly, “Sorry to say Alison ....but the date of 5.13.17 is not available. It was booked late last week. Would you consider Saturday, May 27th? It is the only Saturday left in May. We also have June 3rd and June 24th available. “ 2/8/2016 12:52PM: Another email from Kelly, “NOTE... as of this past Saturday, May 13, 2017 has been BOOKED”. 2/10/2016: I responded to Kelly and expressed our disappointment. The dates left available would not suit our needs. I was very forgiving considering that just a few days prior she had promised to hold our date and give us first right refusal. We did not receive that right. 2/11/2016: I posted a generous 3-star review on their Facebook page. I spoke for the beauty of the venue and convenience they offered. I also conveyed my frustration that they went back on their word, but still was empathetic. 2/25/2016: I received a reply to my Facebook review and my 2/10/2016 email to Kelly. I read the email first, “We are sad to see you go. It is just that we had not heard from you since your tour on December 26th until February 8th. I thought you were not interested with that length of time. If I said I would save the date I usually hold for 1 week ... 2 tops. First right refusal comes into play during that holding time. Would you consider another date in June or April 2017? Sorry this went sour I do feel bad.” It is clear to me that they lack organization. I reminded Kelly of our communications by attaching all the previous emails to my STILL polite response. Next, I read the response to my review, which was unprofessional and insincere. Facebook review link: https://www.facebook.com/ally.green.9/activity/702105299732?comment_id=703368333602&notif_t=open_graph_action_comment