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About This Vendor
A West Coast-Inspired Oasis in the Midwest
Mojave East, situated in the village of Newton, OH, is a venue that offers a one-of-a-kind setting for weddings and other special events. Owners Ben and Christina Elsass are a husband-and-wife duo that delights in sharing their experiential space with couples to help make their wedding visions realities. Combining their business knowledge and creativity, they work carefully with to-be-weds to craft unforgettable celebrations that highlight their clients’ unique personalities and style. Brimming with West Coast energy, this industrial facility features an atmosphere that takes its cues from the peaceful California desert. Combined with the glamor of Palm Springs, Mojave East offers a striking ambience that merges nature with urban components. The venue boasts exposed beam ceilings that are 18 feet high, exposed cinderblock walls, and floor-to-ceiling windows for plenty of natural light. This desert-inspired escape is just 10 miles from downtown Cincinnati and is easily reachable from hotels in the area, providing out-of-town guests with added convenience. With over 6,900 square feet of event space inside the building, Mojave East can host intimate gatherings and larger groups with 200 seated guests. The reception venue features staging areas for weddings’ different entertainment needs, such as a band, DJ, and dance floor. Guests will marvel at the variety of charming lighting fixtures, including the string lights and mid-century chandeliers. Dimmable track lighting allows you to adjust the ambience as needed to suit your celebration’s requirements. You may also make use of the outdoor area, which has string and sconce lighting throughout and is ideal for ceremonies or cocktail hours. Pavers and planters can be found all around the space, and highboy tables can be provided. When renting this facility for your wedding reception, you’ll have access to round and farm tables, stylish seating, and an expansive two-sided bar. In addition, you can opt to avail of a mobile bar option. Venue rentals may also include set-up consultations, security, cleanup, complimentary parking, an array of bar packages, and more. A venue manager will be on site for your big day to ensure that it runs as smoothly as possible.
Amenities + Details
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Business Attributes
Woman-owned Business
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Backyard, Ballroom, Desert, Garden, Historic Venue, Industrial & Warehouse, Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Bar Rental, Food & Catering, Planning, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
Mojave East Reviews
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Mojave East is a very cool, industrial venue that we found very appealing for our wedding reception desires. Christina was wonderful to work with! She listened to all of our ideas and was open to discussing options they might not have done in t...
he past. We were able to create our dream wedding reception! We would highly recommend Chirstina and Mojave East because of their professionalism, open communication, flexibility and friendly rapport. Coming from an out-of-town bride, Mojave East could not have been easier to work with. They were open to working with our scheduled visits to Cincinnati or meeting through Zoom if necessary. They made us feel very comfortable throughout the process!
We got married at this beautiful venue earlier this month, and we truly could not have asked for a better experience. Christina (the owner) is absolutely AMAZING to work with -- very professional, friendly, responsive, and super open to any ide...
as to make our wedding unique to us. She provided us with awesome vendor recommendations, as well. From the moment we walked into Mojave East in October of 2020, we knew right then that this place was IT. With the omicron variant being as prominent as it was around the timeline of our wedding, things were incredibly stressful on our end with last-minute guest cancellations and seating changes, but Christina was incredibly reassuring and was so on top of things even as plans changed quickly! On our wedding day, Christina and venue staff were absolutely incredible and our wedding could not have been more perfect -- we received so many compliments from guests, not only on how beautiful/accommodating the venue was, but how attentive and courteous venue and catering staff were. Anyways....we absolutely love Mojave East and HIGHLY RECOMMEND this venue to any couple! <3
We have no complaints about Mojave. The venue is perfect. Christina was more than flexible with everything. Couldn't have asked to work with a better person.
I cannot recommend Mojave East enough. From the moment we set foot inside the beautiful venue and met Christina, we knew this was the place we wanted to get married. Christina was so helpful with answering questions, going above and beyond to u...
nderstand our vision, recommend vendors, and provide suggestions to ensure everything was perfect. I so appreciated how honest, real, and detail-oriented she was. The space is also immaculate. It has everything you need to bring in the best vendors and ensure they have what they need, all while having the perfect decorative touches. Every element of how the space was designed was thought out and intentional. I really could not imagine having our wedding anywhere else!!
Cannot say enough positive things about Mojave East!! From our first tour to our big day, our experience was amazing! Christina (the owner) was incredible to work with and continuously went above and beyond to make sure our day was everything w...
e wanted it to be and more. She helped us through the entire process, had impeccable communication skills/always answered questions in a timely manner, was extremely flexible/accommodating, and extremely considerate when thinking about our vision, guests, and experience. The day of, was my worst nightmare coming true (it was supposed to rain and DID rain the whole day) which ruined my plans for an outdoor ceremony and pictures. Christina was so flexible with this decision to change ceremony from outdoor/indoor, assured me and reassured me that everything would still be great, and helped pull off a gorgeous room flip for our fully indoor (unplanned) ceremony/reception. In addition, Mojave in general photographed beautifully with multiple different backdrops for photos, had awesome layout for indoor/outdoor vibes, and has so much flexibility for really making your day/vision unique! We received SO many compliments from guests about how awesome/beautiful the venue and our photos turned out! 100/10 recommend this venue!!!! I am sad that it is over and now want to have any and all future events there lol. Thank you Mojave and Christina for going above and beyond and being the most dreamiest romantic boho venue out there!
We can't say enough great things about Mojave East. Not only were they extremely knowledgeable and help us find some specific vendors we needed for our big day, but they were also incredibly generous in accommodating our reschedule after origin...
ally being slotted for a 2020 wedding.
Christina was there to make sure our day went smoothly, and I can't imagine having our wedding without her and Ben being a part of the day.
The venue itself is also incredibly beautiful and like nothing else in the Cincinnati area. It really felt like a wedding outside of Cincinnati without having to leave the city. If you are trying to escape the rustic barn, or dimly lit hotel vibes that flood the market, Mojave East is 100% the place to be.
As soon as we toured Mojave East, we knew it was the perfect spot for our special day! Alison was amazing the entire way and was quick to respond and be helpful. Our wedding day was amazing and we are so glad we found this spot that is central ...
in Cincinnati! All of our guests commented on how beautiful the venue was and how it was “so us”! It has this bohemian, desert vibe yet is so clean and bright that you can really make it your own with your florals and decor. Thank you so much Mojave East for hosting us on our big day!
When you hear people ranting and raving about how good Mojave is, BELIEVE THEM! Christina was amazing through the whole planning process. Plus, her and her staff were beyond amazing the day of our wedding. I know I could be bridal blind, but fr...
om what I could tell, literally nothing skipped a beat! They were kind, helpful, and professional. The location is beautiful, inside and out. And it was wonderful to get to have everything in one place! Our guests and family are raving about how great and beautiful it was, too!
Thanks, Christina and crew for all the things you did to make our day so flawless and beautiful!
We couldn't have asked for a better venue for our wedding! Christina and Ben went above and beyond to help us prepare for the day and help the day run smoothly. They were very responsive throughout the process and answered any questions we had ...
quickly. The day of the wedding they helped with set up, transitions, small details, and clean up. The space is absolutely beautiful and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding at Mojave!! We highly recommend to any couple looking!
We got engaged in October of 2019, I had already been looking at venues for about a month or so before this (I had a feeling 😉) and Mojave somehow popped up (they were brand new and I don’t even think open yet when I found them.) I started leg...
itimately stalking them lol. As soon as the engagement happened that was the first place I wanted to tour. I walked in and just knew It was the one. We didn’t get married until October of 2021 so I had a lot of time to imagine how amazing It would be to get married here. Our day came and It blew all of my imaginations out of the water. This venue is the most beautiful place to have a wedding or event. I worked with one of the owners, Christina, she was my day of lead and she went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect. I couldn’t recommend Mojave enough. I will never ever forget our special day here.
I don’t even know where to start with this one! Ben, Christina and Alison made planning for our wedding day so seamless. Not only were they flexible and patient through the hiccups having to postpone our original wedding date due to the COVID p...
andemic, but they were extremely responsive throughout the entire process. We were planning from out of state, so talk about them being a total blessing!!
The venue — BEAUTIFUL!! And extremely adaptable, especially for cultural weddings like ours.
I could go on and on about how wonderful it was to work with them and would highly recommend them for anyone who’s interested in booking them for upcoming events.
Mojave East, as a venue is absolutely stunning. I fell in love with the overall atmosphere and the laid back vibe and so did our guests. Christina, Ben and Alison were amazing to work with. They made the planning process very easy, any question...
s we had they were there to answer them. I highly recommend Mojave East.
We recently had our wedding reception at Mojave East and it was absolutely INCREDIBLE! Our guests raved about how beautiful it was, the staff is so kind and helpful, there are different vendors for every budget!! I couldn’t recommend this venu...
e more. Our photos turned about amazing with the different back drops this venue and scenery allow!! We loved it!
Oh my goodness! My husband and I just had our wedding at Mojave East on July 2 and we could not love it more! Christina was extremely helpful the entire time. She was in constant contact with us (which I appreciate as a serious planner), she ta...
lked us through every minor detail, and allowed our dream to come to life so beautifully! The inside is already set up so beautifully, you don’t have to add too much to make it your style! We couldn’t recommend using them enough! There are so many beautiful spots for pictures as well! ❤️
From the very moment we booked a tour, Mojave East seemed different from all the rest. My husband and I toured at least 7 other venues before Mojave East, and nothing really wowed us before this. Christina made us feel so incredibly welcome on ...
our tour, answering every question and providing insight on everything. We felt so taken care due to Christina's responsiveness and genuine care for their couples that we booked Mojave right away, which also happened to be right as lock-downs started in March 2020. Despite everything, we never for a second doubted our decision thanks to Christina. The venue itself is GORGEOUS. It has the perfect amount of modern/industrial vibe we love but also has room to add your own personal style to it. Our family and friends were so impressed with the venue and its style as well. If you have toured a few venues but haven't fallen ~in love~ with any, come to Mojave East!! Mojave East will always have a special place in our hearts.
WOW WOW WOW! I cant say enough about Mojave. They have the small business motto and feel that makes you feel cared about, important and special. Christina and Ben were great from the get-go and they were so lucky to have Alison join the team. S...
he was so detailed and kept in touch with us. We had a minor issue (not Mojave related) and we received a call the next day from Christina to ensure that we were happy with our wedding. You are not going to get that call on a Sunday from the larger venues in town. Mojave has so many details and quirks that make the space so memorable... I am blabbering on, but I cannot say enough about the space and the people!
My husband and I just got married here two weeks ago! It was amazing the venue has people on site that meet with you along the way. They make sure to set you up very well for the wedding day & guide you along the way. They have lots of addition...
al things you can opt in for to make your day even more special! The venue is stunning & once I went I couldn’t imagine getting married anywhere else. If you want an industrial // desert style modern wedding this is the spot for you!
Mojave East made all of our wedding dreams come true! I can’t say enough good things about them. They were kind, on the ball and worked with us to make our day so special! Allison was awesome to work with! The venue is beautiful and the staff i...
s incredible! 10/10 would recommend over and over again!
We LOVED Mojave East for our wedding! As a photographer myself, the aesthetic of the venue was super important to me, and Mojave did not disappoint. The space is beautiful, modern, and fun -- everything we wanted for our wedding vibe! Not only ...
that, but the staff was incredible to work with. Our venue manager was on top of all of our details, was great with communication, and overall was just lovely to work with. I knew that we were in good hands and that helped my stress levels so much! It ended up raining on our wedding day (spring in Cincinnati, what can ya say?) but I honestly didn't care because the indoor space in the venue worked so well. I would absolutely recommend this incredible venue!!!
Get married here! The venue was perfect and so beautiful. It's so obvious that a lot of time and attention went into every single detail. We got to work with Alison for all our questions, pre-wedding meetings, rehearsal, and she was right ther...
e on the day of. We can't rave enough about how awesome she was! The strap of my dress even ripped during out reception, and Alison was right there with safety pins to help out. If we got to re-do our big day, we'd have it at Mojave East in heartbeat.
Mojave East is such a special venue and my husband and I are so grateful we were able to celebrate our wedding there in October. After our first wedding date was postponed, and our initial venue closed due to the pandemic, Ben and Christina wor...
ked fast to ensure our future date and planning were a success. We were able to have the day we planned, even amid a pandemic! Our guests were able to have fun and celebrate safely. Throughout the planning process, the Mojave East team was easy to work, extremely communicative and paid close attention to detail. Their strong connection to vendors in the area also made planning our day easy and fun! 😊 Secure your date at this beautiful venue!
Mojave East was the venue of our dreams in every way. We wanted something unique and beautiful and matches our style, and it was everything we wanted and more. The icing on the cake was the incredible service Ben, Christina and Alison provided ...
to help make our day perfect in every way. They were responsive, helpful and kind, going ABOVE and beyond to make our day perfect. We cannot recommend them and this venue enough! Do yourself a favor and go take a tour of this beautiful spot in Cincinnati.
WOW. We cannot say enough good things about Mojave East. This venue is absolutely beautiful and so unique and was the perfect space to celebrate our day. The owners were so easy and enjoyable to work with and helped with every obstacle in plann...
ing and coordination. Needless to say our day was nothing short of amazing and we wish we could do it again!
The reception was amazing and we could not have asked for a more positive experience working with Christina and Ben. As the groom’s mom, I appreciated being included with the planning and the communication by Christina was great! I say that M...
ojave East is a hidden gem on the east side, and it is worth checking out for future bride and grooms!
An absolutely awesome place to have your wedding/reception! Christina and Ben are wonderful to work with and went above and beyond to ensure a magical day for my daughter's wedding. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect place!
Ben and Christina were the best possible people to work with, especially during COVID. Extremely good communicators, helpful, and kind people. They worked tirelessly during the worst of COVID to communicate any updates, work with vendors, lay o...
ut plans, and just help any way they could. Beyond that, the space is absolutely beautiful and can be tailored to almost anyone's needs. It was an amazing experience getting married at Mojave East and we can't recommend it enough!
Oh. My. Gosh.
This was the first venue we looked at and man did they set the bar so high. We looked at about seven other places and kept thinking about this gorgeous space. The vision that Ben and Christina had was just incredible. They reall...
y nailed the industrial, desert, glam look. And they were amazing to work with. I planned the wedding myself and it felt like I had someone to lean on and bounce ideas off of if I needed to. (Someone in the business instead of my fiancé)
The last month or so I talked to Christina quite a few times to rearrange things and she was so gracious and helpful. I just appreciate how accommodating they were to requests but also being realistic in expectations. And I feel like I asked for Christina’s opinion a lot and she really guided me in a great direction.
The wedding day ran so smoothly, and so much of it is because of them. They helped make sure the vendors got set up and helped us stay on a timeline. They even helped the groomsmen stay on task to set a few things up last minute. I got there and couldn’t believe how gorgeous the wedding turned out.
It was truly the most unforgettable day and I was so sad when it was over. Everyone at Mojave East made it so I could relax and enjoy time with friends and family. I couldn’t have asked for better people to work with and only hope that our paths cross in some way again one day. Maybe I’ll get to attend a wedding there myself.
Mojave East was the dreamiest venue to get married at. SoCal vibes in southwest Ohio! We enjoyed every part of the process with creating our big day with them. Christina is amazing making dreams happen and we are so impressed with her and the M...
ojave staff. The day flowed smoothly because of their guidance and help. Would 11/10 recommend getting married here!
We committed to have our wedding at Mojave East when it was an empty boat warehouse trusting the owners that they would deliver the venue they painted in our minds. From the first moment I met Christina she was nothing but the most caring and p...
assionate business owner I have ever met. Her and her husband worked SO HARD on this venue and on our special day, I couldn't have asked for more. Christina went above and beyond any expectations and even made arrangements special just to meet our situation which was unexpected and greatly appreciated. Christina basically was our wedding planner, our bar tender, our venue staff, day of coordinator and so much more beyond anything we could have expected or asked for! She helped to young and in-love guys who were trying to figure out how to have a wedding and we couldn't have done it without her. Mojave East is an amazing venue owned by amazing people. I wish nothing but the best for them till the end of time! If I could have the wedding again I would change a lot, but the venue and working with Christina would not be one of those things. Much love <3
We absolutely LOVE Mojave East. We found this venue last year before it was even built into the masterpiece it is today:) Christina and Ben are so great to work with and they have been answering all our questions in such a timely manner since t...
he start of our relationship with them. They made our wedding day feel so special-and not like this was just a job to them. They are truly passionate about their venue and the experiences people have here!
W.O.W! I could not recommend this venue enough for any couple's special day. Christina (the owner) was truly incredible to work with. As most couples, we booked the venue out pretty far in advance. Throughout the year, Christina checked in freq...
uently with us to see how everything was going and what they could offer assistance with. We had difficulty with another vendor and Christina was extremely helpful to offer us alternate solutions and truly hear us out. Also given the pandemic, we also scaled down the wedding to more of a minimony, but Christina didn't let that change any bit of her professionalism. 2020 has not been great to plan a wedding, but Christina made our planning pretty seamless. Her communication and good-heart were truly a pleasure to work with. She was great working with the other vendors and open communication with them.
AND THE SPACE IS BEAUTIFUL! Unlike anything else we've seen in Cincinnati. Our video and photos are absolutely stunning and that's because the space is made with photos in mind. Our photographer LOVED the space and couldn't stop praising how beautiful everything was.
AND THE PERKS! The marquee sign, the beautiful tables and chairs are great, the getting-ready room, even to the mural on the entrance wall... Everything about this space was perfect for the look we wanted for our day!
Please consider this space for your wedding/reception/party/etc. because you will not regret it. We cannot wait for our large anniversary party there next year and for all of the greatness that comes with the space. Mojave East, thank you for being such a tremendous partner throughout the wild wedding planning of 2020! We loved every moment in the space!
We had a WONDERFUL experience with Mojave East. We hosted a beautiful bridal shower for my sister here and Christina was so accommodating as we live 3 hours away and helped make it absolutely beautiful while making decorating easy from hours aw...
ay. I could not recommend this venue more as she is so kind PLUS the atmosphere and decor is already so gorgeous there isn’t much to be done for any event!! Thank you!!
We could not have asked for a better wedding venue or better people to handle our big day! We originally toured Mojave East when it was still under construction and missing a roof. We booked our wedding for May 2020 knowing the space would come...
together beautifully. Then COVID happened. Our wedding was moved to August and Ben and Christina checked in with us every step of the way. They offered plenty of guidance without forcing us into any decisions. They were both kind, professional, supportive, encouraging and just absolutely amazing to work with. Christina ran the show the day of with two other coordinators and we fully trusted her team to provide us with an amazing experience. And the venue was perfect! We barely needed to decorate because it truly speaks for itself. We got married on the patio then had the reception inside and as the night went on, we opened the garage door for a true indoor/outdoor wedding. I really can't say enough good things about this place. And bonus, Ben also has a service called the Photosphere, basically a modern photo booth complete with stills and gifs sent to your phone. If you're looking for a non-traditional, fun, chill place to get married in Cincinnati, Kyle and I HIGHLY recommend!
LOVE. THIS.PLACE. If you want to feel like you’ve been taken out of the Midwest to the Southwest than this is that space! Ben and Christina are rockstars and so down to earth, flexible and connected, they made planning a wedding during Covid a...
lmost feel normal. Can’t rave about Mojave enough, it’s modern, groovy, light and airy...can’t wait to do my “I do’s part 2” there next year!
We were thrilled to be able to host our wedding at Mojave East. From the moment we toured the venue, Christina and Ben were more than accommodating. They helped us with every step of the process including catering in there other vendors that th...
ey’re contracted with. They helped us in laying out where our guests will be seated, all abiding by updated CDC guidelines. They made our process as stress-free as possible, especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic. They even helped with certain things on the big day itself to relieve my bride and me of some stress!
The venue itself is beautiful. It was my wife’s dream venue, and we I think it turned out even better than the specs we were shown when we signed for our date in early 2019.
We believe it’s truly a venue unlike any other available in the city. Our guests commented many of the same things. We would 10/10 recommend the venue to anyone else.
I cannot imagine having had our wedding anywhere but Mojave East! When we first stumbled upon this venue, it was exactly what we were looking for (a place that perfectly blended indoor and outdoor spaces - which is apparently hard to find in Ci...
ncinnati!), but our expectations were FAR exceed when we met and worked with Ben & Christina. They are thoughtful, flexible, accommodating and thorough. Of all the countless decisions we made throughout the wedding process, choosing to go with Mojave East was, hands down, the best one. Every bride says it, but our day was truly the best - with lots of help from Ben & Christina.
Christina and Ben were great to work with throughout my daughter’s entire wedding planning!! They were extremely professional and especially helpful during the rehearsal and ceremony!! This made the day stress-free. Not to mention, they are sup...
er sweet people!! I would highly recommend having your wedding at Mojave East!! It is beautiful!!!
I can’t even begin to say how wonderful of an experience we had at Mojave East. My husband and I had been looking for a venue for a long time and we both fell in love with the modern retro vibe of Mojave East. We knew it had to be the spot for ...
our wedding. We booked it when it was still under construction and were the first couple to actually get married here. It exceeded every expectation we had. If you’re looking for a unique, fun, colorful wedding that not only will look amazing in your pictures and give you memories to last a lifetime and that your guests will talk about for years to come, this is absolutely the place for you. Every element of this venue is carefully thought out and the details make a big statement. The entire process from the first tour to the day of our wedding was painless and it's all thanks to Christina. Who not only showed us the venue on multiple occasions, but answered all our emails in a timely fashion and had the best suggestions and helped us through every step. Christina is such an amazing person who always had our best interest at heart and is excellent at her job. This place is just naturally beautiful and you can't beat the location, the owners are absolutely amazing and accommodating . There is absolutely not one thing I would have changed or anything I could have wished for more. Thank you again, Christina and Ben. We highly recommend Mojave East for your wedding!
Huge fans! We booked this venue while under construction! We loved their vision and had complete trust in the ownership to do everything they promised-and they did! Owners are thorough, accommodating, and high integrity professionals! The v...
enue speaks for itself! Absolutely beautiful!
We couldn’t have been happier with Mojave East. This venue was exactly what my daughter Emma and her husband, David were looking for. They both love the Palm Springs area and the modern industrial vibe. They had been looking in the Cincinnati ...
area and could not find anything that came close till Mojave East had posted their new venue. There was a tremendous amount of work that had to take place with all the remodeling but Ben and Christina came through and it was perfect! From the very beginning they were amazing by keeping us informed and posting all the changes that were taking place. They were also very helpful by answering any questions promptly and finding out exactly what we wanted for the wedding. We received so many compliments from our guests and couldn’t have found a more beautiful venue! Thank you so much for making Emma and David’s day so special and memorable!
Meet the Team
Ben & Christina Elsass
Owner
We are Ben and Christina, a husband and wife team that had a vision to bring a unique gathering place to life based on our own experiences, travels, and our love of hosting celebrations and memorable events. We had the best experience with our wedding venue, and want to pay that forward. Ben (an Ohio native) has also been in the event industry for over 10 years, and runs two successful businesses – Ben Elsass Photography and Photosphere (a gif photo booth). We have blended our business and creative minds to develop an experiential space that we hope give you and your guests a WOW experience!
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