251-300 guest capacity
This venue can host up to 300 guests
About this vendor
Welcome to The Bell Event Centre!
Embark on a journey of timeless romance and contemporary elegance at the Bell Event Centre in Cincinnati, OH – a historic wedding venue reimagined for the modern couple. Under the visionary ownership of Christy Cafeo, this 1850s church has been transformed into a captivating space, poised to turn your wedding into an enchanting fairy tale.
Imagine a venue that can accommodate up to 300 of your nearest and dearest, where every detail exudes a romantic allure. The air resonates with the mellifluous tones of a majestic pipe organ, while vaulted ceilings bestow a sense of grandeur overhead. Frescos grace the walls, and sunlight dances through stained glass windows, creating an atmosphere that will make you feel nothing short of royalty.
The Bell Event Centre isn't just a beautiful backdrop; it's a comprehensive partner in crafting your dream wedding experience. From engagement parties to rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and dinner receptions, this venue seamlessly supports every aspect of your celebration. Our catering services offer a delectable array of options, from elegant buffets to exquisite plated menus, ensuring a culinary journey that will be raved about for years to come.
Our commitment to excellence extends to tastings, allowing you and your partner to curate a menu that perfectly suits your taste and style. Attentive servers are at your service, ensuring you can bask in the romantic atmosphere and savor every moment without worry. From setup to cleanup, and from chairs to centerpieces, we've got every detail covered, so you can focus on the joy of your special day.
As the celebration concludes, convenient accommodations nearby ensure a seamless transition for you and your loved ones. Step into the Bell Event Centre, where history, romance, and modern luxury converge to create an experience that will sweep you off your feet. Your wedding day deserves nothing less than the magic of the Bell Event Centre – a venue where dreams come to life.
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Amenities + details
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
On-Site Accommodations
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Ceremony Types
- Non-Religious Ceremony
Guest Capacity
- Up to 300
Settings
- Ballroom
- Historic Venue
- Religious Setting
- Church
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Cakes & Desserts
- Food & Catering
- Planning
- Service Staff
- Transportation
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The Bell Event Centre was amazing! Emily and Morgan were great to work with. The venue was beautiful, the outside patio was great for cocktail hour, and the on-site parking was extremely convenient. I highly recommend this venue!
The Bell Event Centre was the perfect place for our wedding reception! The brick courtyard was a gorgeous setting for our cocktail hour. The inside of the venue is absolutely stunning! So many elements of the old church offer such a breathtaking space. I felt that I needed to add very little decor of my own to the space as it was so lovely already. The light streaming through the stained glass windows was so beautiful. The candles at the table and up on the altar gave the space a golden glow throughout the whole night. The food was delicious and the wedding coordinators helped work with my florist, the DJ, and the bakery. Our coordinator, Emily, was amazing to work with during the wedding planning process. She was so responsive and helped take care of every single detail. The wedding day ran so smoothly in her hands! We could not have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend the Bell Event Centre as a beautiful venue with very capable staff.
We had such a good experience with the Bell Event Centre!! We got a wedding day coordinator, (shout out Morgan), that helped us with all the wedding details before our big day. She was organized and answered all our questions in a timely manner. The space was beautiful and exceeded our expectations. We got tons of compliments from our guest and won't have done our wedding venue any other way!
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Morgan and the crew were amazing! This venue is jaw-droppingly gorgeous and no detail was left unattended. From the rehearsal the evening before to the day of the event and every detail that was painstakingly attended to during the planning -year prior, Morgan and her team were consummate professionals.
A wedding is a once in a lifetime event - there are no do overs. Vendors make or break it. The setting was beautiful the food was outstanding, and the personal service exceeded all expectations. Quite Simply WOW! A 10 out of 10 for sure- Highly recommend!
Our wedding was a true dream at the Bell Event Centre. Beautiful venue and great people to partner with. We had Morgan as our event coordinator, and she was AMAZING! She was easy to communicate with and made sure she understood each and every detail that was important to us. I truly cannot say enough kind words about her and everything she did for us to make our day exactly what we wanted it to be! And on our wedding day, she went out of her way to make sure we were happy and cared for as the bride and groom!
They helped us with getting every detail perfect. Always willing to answer my questions
Morgan and the team at the Bell Event Center were amazing! They were there for us every step of the way and we would highly recommend them. On top of the great service the venue was beautiful. So grateful we were able to have Morgan as our planner!
Our wedding reception at the Bell Event Centre was absolutely perfect!! The venue is gorgeous, and the food is excellent! Our coordinator AJ helped everything run smoothly! He was the best! He was so helpful in getting our decorations set up exactly how we wanted, and all of our guests who talked to him raves about how professional and nice he was! I would highly recommend the Bell Event Centre!
Overall, our experience with The Bell Event Centre was very positive. The food, atmosphere, and staff are all incredible and made our day that much more special.
There were a few things, however, that were less than ideal about having our wedding at The Bell. To begin, when you contract with The Bell, you are contracting for the bridal suites 3 hours before the start of the event. Anything more than three hours and there is a $100 per hour charge. Personally, I thought this was unnecessary as the suites seem to stand empty all day. We paid $600 to have access to the suites at 8am so we could have enough time to get ready (I had 5 bridesmaids and 2 junior bridesmaids + 2 moms to get ready) and take pictures so we could enjoy our reception as much as possible. In my opinion, we're paying enough for the venue as it is, and the least they could do is give us all-day access to rooms that would otherwise stand empty.
The suites bring me to a second point that made things less than ideal at The Bell. This is a very busy venue and unfortunately we had to do our ceremony rehearsal the day of the wedding. This is partly because The Bell had events scheduled the Thursday and Friday before our Saturday wedding and partly because we had out-of-town bridal party members who were not going to be around on Wednesday when the rehearsal could have been. In paying for extra time for the suites, we also had to account for time in the suites to be able to do the rehearsal before photos began. I just think this system of scheduling a rehearsal adds stress to the day of the wedding that doesn't necessarily need to be there. I am unsure of a solution as I understand the venue is running events almost every weekend evening, but it did cause me stress not knowing when the rehearsal was going to be more than 30 days before the wedding started.
We were extremely satisfied otherwise with this venue. Our coordinator, AJ, went above and beyond in every aspect. He was always friendly, responsive, and accommodating and I never had any doubt our day was going to be under control and handled by him. Two other staff members at The Bell, Morgan and Paige, were also extremely friendly and accomodating during our reception!
Even though there are things I would change about the way weddings are run through The Bell, if we had to do it all over again, we would choose The Bell every single time. There is no venue that is perfect, but The Bell is a stunning venue that comes pretty close!
Response from the Vendor on 12/01/2023
Hi Maddison! Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback, we are so glad to hear that you had a wonderful experience with AJ, Morgan and the Bell Event Centre!
I would like to address your few concerns to help other couples plannin...
g their event at the Bell. We do charge for extra time in our suites and we are upfront about those potential charges from the beginning. The reason we charge extra, is that our day of coordinator and staff are all normally scheduled in 4 hours prior to the event's start time. This gives our staff time to get the rooms ready before the included time of 3 hours prior to the event's start time. If extra time is requested, we do have to schedule a manager in earlier than usual, hence the charge.
When you book an event with us, we do contractually give you a 1 hour rehearsal slot with us that is scheduled around our room availability. We do not normally schedule rehearsals the same day of your event and I know it was suggested to you not to do this and our available times for Friday were presented to you.
Thank you again for choosing the Bell Event Centre to be a part of your special day and we wish you all the happiness in your marriage!
100/10! The Bell Event Centre was the best! We could not have imagined a more perfect place for our wedding! The food was delicious and was the most gorgeous place imaginable for our big day. Morgan was the absolute best we would not have enjoyed our wedding experience as much as we did if it was not for her. She was truly a rock star and coordinated our day PERFECTLY!
My husband and I just had our wedding there - all we can say is WOW!!! We didn't have to worry about a single thing the day of except for having fun. This venue helps walk you through every detail regarding wedding planning. The process is so personalized. Our event coordinator, AJ, was the absolute best!!!! He was incredibly helpful. All of the staff was friendly and so effective with making it the best night. The food was amazing!!! So many of our guests complimented this venue and the service that the Bell provided. We truly had the best night of our lives, and our guests had an absolute blast!! Thank you, Bell Event Centre!
This was the perfect venue for our dream wedding! It is the most beautiful venue located downtown. Sarah helped us stay organized when we first booked the venue (over a year out) and she kindly and quickly answered our hundreds of questions.
Morgan was our wedding day coordinator and she made for the smoothest day. As the bride, I didn't have to think about any small details, Morgan handled it all. The food was delicious, staffn were so friendly, and the day was absolutely beautiful.
We absolutely loved our reception at the Bell. Everything was perfect! We got so many questions on how we found such a perfect venue. It fit so perfectly with our Disney theme. AJ was amazing to work with and he helped us make our night so perfect. Everyone loved the food, the desserts, and the late night snacks. The Graeter's bar was a huge hit! It was all picture perfect.
The Bell Event Centre was the perfect venue for our wedding ceremony and reception. The space is beautiful, with a painted ceiling and amazing stain-glass windows. It was also so convenient to have everything at one location. They take care of the food, the table settings, and coordinating all of the events of the day. We were able to have a cocktail hour out in the courtyard between the ceremony and reception which was so nice. The wedding party had two suites (one for the girls, one for the guys) to get ready in and also to relax throughout the evening. There was plenty of parking for our guests. Food and drinks were delicious. Overall we would highly recommend using The Bell for your wedding!
CAN'T IMAGINE OUR DAY WITHOUT OUR EVENT COORDINATOR AJ!!! He really made our experience at the Bell Event Center perfect. He made our dream wedding come true and we couldn't have had such a perfect wedding without him. AJ set up all our decorations to create our dream wedding, made sure to explain everything in detail and kept us on our timeline so we could just enjoy the night while he took care of the rest. The venue speaks for itself if you're looking for a beautiful classy wedding. THIS IS THE SPOT! This was the most beautiful venue we toured in all of Cincinnati, the food was amazing and the guests could not stop talking about it. If you want to have a wedding where you don't have to worry at all about set up/tear down or day of coordination than I highly recommend the Bell Event Center. This was a lot more affordable than I thought for how beautiful the venue is and how much the staff does.
We had our wedding at the Bell on 8/5/23 and WOW! Everything exceeded our expectations and our guest were blown away. AJ was our event coordinator and went above and beyond to make sure we stayed on schedule and had a drink in our hand. The entire staff was very accommodating and provided the best service. We couldn't recommend this place more!
The Bell was a DREAM location for our wedding! We wanted to get married downtown, and honestly we knew family from out of town wanted a parking lot. Little did we know this would be so much more than that. From the beginning, the Bell had everything. It was so nice to have so many choices included in our event. Food, tables, chairs, decor… even the DJ. It’s all there for you and it’s perfection. Our day wouldn’t have been as amazing as it was without AJ. His energy can’t be beat! He’s such an amazing person to have for your day. He was able to handle the endless questions so quickly, lots of family being involved, and was absolutely the best positive energy. I knew I had to worry about nothing with him there on the wedding day. Love the Bell and would recommend to everyone!!
I had high expectations of the Bell Event Center based on what I heard from personal acquaintances and had read online, but somehow, they exceeded expectations! On the day of the event, I was awestruck by the venue’s beauty, and combined with the warm ambiance, delicious food, and top-notch service, the atmosphere was simply unbeatable. We received many compliments from guests throughout the evening and days later. We used many of their recommended vendors, and were equally happy with all of them. The Bell coordinated with the vendors seamlessly, which made the process worry-free for us.
We worked closely with AJ, whose positive energy is infectious. He repeatedly demonstrated his attention to detail and genuine concern about creating a special day for his clients.
Heads-up...there was not a private menu tasting, but rather, a group tasting with multiple other couples. It was a very nice event that provided the opportunity to experience the Bell as it would be set up for a reception.
The bell event center is the best place in Cincinnati to host your wedding and reception. It was truly the perfect day. The venue was absolutely stunning and the food was delicious. AJ, our coordinator, was the best on our wedding day on 2.4.23!! Throughout the whole process of planning the wedding, AJ kept in contact with us and responded so quickly to all of our questions. He made everything run so seamless and organized, and made it the most relaxing wedding day. We loved working with him! My husband and I highly recommend the bell event center to everyone!!
Meghan K.
The Bell was absolutely amazing! They were beyond helpful and we were blessed with the BEST day of coordinator, AJ, who made me feel so calm!
We just got married about a week ago. I am honestly just at a loss for words about how much our coordinator, AJ, meant to us! Not only is he very patient, professional and prompt in responses, AJ is everything you didn’t know you needed for your wedding. AJ at the Bell Event Centre truly became so much more to us than our wedding coordinator; he became our family. Please, if you’re looking for a venue, take my advice and just book with them! AJ, thank you and we absolutely love and adore you so so much. 🖤
The Bell Event Center staff and, specifically, AJ were amazing! AJ was extremely professional, supportive and unbelievable in his communication with my wife and I. While we were not always prepared, he more than helped us. He answered emails in an extremely timely manner with the utmost professionalism. He went the extra mile to support us in every way we could imagine.
Our day was a dream come true and much of it was due to the hard work of AJ and the rest of the staff at the Bell Event Center. My wife and I couldn’t believe how lucky we got with AJ and are sitting around today wondering why of all people we got such an amazing person to support us on our day.
If you are looking for a venue, visit the Bell Event Center and I’m sure your search will be over. Between how gorgeous the venue itself is and how friendly, outgoing, hardworking and kind the staff are, it made our wedding one that we will always remember and cherish for the rest of our lives.
Thank you AJ and the rest of the staff. You guys are the best!!!
Aside from the natural beauty this venue had, they had an amazing team from preplanning to execution. We had the pleasure of working with Kelsey for our wedding and she couldn’t have been better. She assisted with the preplanning, got our vision and ran with it the day of, the team and her executed our set up flawlessly. During our day, she was close by to answer any questions or to grab anything we needed. All went smoothly the day of our wedding with no complaints, food was amazing, staff was friendly and always available. Choosing this venue was the right choice, they helped alleviate most of the stress that comes with planning by recommending vendors, being supportive and reasonably priced.
The event space is amazing and everyone will love the details. Although, working with the owner is extremely difficult. They do not want to help anymore than what is outlined in the contract and only want to charge you for additional details as much as possible. During wedding day, the owner even made a rude comment to the groomsmen for chairs falling outside from wind (which she placed herself). She is not the only problematic person to work with. Sarah, who we were told that she is mainly the financial advisor, was always rude on the phone and our photographer’s even made comments to us on how rude and disrespectful she was to them. After we brought this to the owner’s attention days after the wedding, she never apologized once.
Make sure you read the specifics of your contract and ask for additional stuff upfront or else you will be hit with additional fees. Even our bill was wrong multiple times after we showed them our original contract.
Kelsey was our event coordinator and she was amazing! She helped us out so much leading up to the day and even went above and beyond. She made us feel important unlike her bosses.
The Bell was a fantastic venue!! Heather was super helpful making sure everything went smoothly the day of so that we didn’t have to worry about it. Our guests raved about not only the beautiful venue, but also the food. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome.
The Bell Event Centre exceeded all of our expectations for a venue! When we were looking for a venue, we were blown away by all that was included with the Bell. It takes away the stress of finding catering, chairs, tables, linens, decorations, lighting, even a DJ! Our event coordinator, Kelsey, was absolutely amazing in helping us leading up to the day. Making sure everything and everyone was accounted for and ready. We didn’t have a wedding planner, but we didn’t need one with the Bell and Kelsey’s help! The actual wedding day could not have run smoother. All of the staff were ensuring everything was perfect the entire day. The head chef, Hannah, prepared amazing appetizers and entrees for all of our guests catering to dietary restrictions seamlessly. Can’t thank everyone at the Bell enough for helping us have the wedding of our dreams!
We had our wedding at the Bell Event Center. It was an absolute amazing experience. Heather was our coordinator and she communicated with me leading up to our wedding day and "ran the show" on our wedding night. Our wedding night was amazing, everyone had a good time, and everything went smoothly.
We had our wedding here and it was the most stress-free wedding planning that we could have experienced. Alexis was our coordinator and she was so helpful and made sure every little thing was to our liking. She kept the whole night on schedule which was a huge relief and was so nice to everyone. The food was fantastic and the service was perfect. Everyone at our wedding couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the venue was and is the perfect place for beautiful wedding photos.
This venue is absolutely gorgeous. Alexis was my coordinator and she handled everything I could think of and then some. All of the staff at The Bell are very friendly and professional. I didn't have a single hiccup on my wedding day because Alexis was so prepared and made sure we stayed on schedule. I loved that The Bell included table linens, decor, candles, silverware, easels, lighting, etc. This venue is truly the whole package and made wedding planning so much easier.
Response from the Vendor on 01/05/2022
Congratulations! Thank you for for choosing The Bell Event Centre for your wedding day. We are so glad you have a great experience.
We had our wedding at the Bell Event Center and November and couldn’t have been happier. We had multiple people (including older aunts and uncles and grandparents) tell us it was the best wedding they had ever been to, and multiple people ask where the food was from because it was so good! The entire Bell Event Center team made sure my husband and I, our parents, grand parents and bridal party were taken care of during the cocktail hour and dinner! I have never had such good service. I would highly recommend this reception venue to anyone!
Response from the Vendor on 01/05/2022
Thank you Hannah and thank you for choosing The Bell Event Centre for your big day! Congratulations to you:)
From the day that we first toured the Bell Event Centre we fell in love with the venue and both me and my husband left feeling that this was the right place for us to get married. First impressions do go a long way, as we are thrilled to be writing a review for the Bell Event Centre (now that our wedding has passed). From planning to the event date, Lori was instrumental in making our lives easy as well as ensuring that we had the best night of our lives. She helped to make sure that everything ran smoothly the day of and we really felt that it took a lot of stress & worrying off of our hands. Lori always answered my numerous questions and requests quickly. Our guests raved about the food and the pure beauty of the venue. We highly recommend for anyone who's in the market for a wonderful venue where the staff truly cares about the Bride & Groom and ensuring a top notch experience. We really can't draw a negative as they were extremely flexible with us during COVID, have a great team, beautiful venue, give you bang for your buck, and great food! It's all at the Bell!
Response from the Vendor on 01/05/2022
Congratulations Gade! Thank you for your kind words and for choosing The Bell Event Centre for your big day.
We had both our ceremony and reception at Bell Event Centre and I cannot say enough good things about the entire staff, especially our coordinator, Lori. Lori was extremely easy to work with, organized, and responsive. Every member of the staff was friendly, helpful, and professional. Besides mentioning the obvious beauty of the venue, our guests even commented to us about how awesome every team member that worked there was. I am someone who worries about every detail, and I felt at ease on my wedding day knowing that they had everything covered.
Response from the Vendor on 01/05/2022
Thank you Emily, we are so glad you choose The Bell Event Centre for your wedding. Congratulations!!
I just got married at the Bell event Centre and my wedding was absolutely spectacular! Our coordinator was so helpful and worked with us to make our vision a reality. She also set up all of our decorations the day of the wedding and helped with clean up after the event. The event ran so smoothly and I did not have to worry about a single thing the day of. The food was also delicious and all of the guests kept going back for seconds. They also have an affiliated DJ who kept the party going all night. The production team also provides lighting which makes the venue look even more beautiful! I highly recommend this venue to anyone looking to have their dream wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 01/05/2022
Thank you Mara, it was a pleasure working with you on your big day! Thank you for choosing The Bell Event Centre, Congrats:)
HIGHLY recommend The Bell! 1000%! We had our wedding reception here and everything went flawlessly. The staff was very responsive and answered all my questions. Lori (our event coordinator) was amazing!! She brought my vision to life and made the reception exactly what I wanted. It was beautiful! Lori was so attentive and helped make the entire process go smoothly. All of our guests said how beautiful the venue was and how awesome the food was!! BOOK THIS VENUE!! 😍
Response from the Vendor on 01/05/2022
Thank you Grace and thank you for choosing The Bell Event Centre for your big day! Congratulations to you:)
Oh my goodness! We are beyond happy that we chose The Bell Event Center! From the second we chose that place to the end of the reception, we could not have wanted anything more. We worked closely with Alexis and Sarah and they were both very attentive, so nice, and ensured that our day was perfect... and it was!!! We continue to get compliments on how beautiful the venue was, how nice the staff was, and how wonderful the food tasted! Book this venue and BOOK IT FAST!
Response from the Vendor on 04/01/2021
Thank you Andrea!!! It was a pleasure working with you, congratulations!
If you are getting married, PICK THE BELL AS YOUR VENUE! I could not have higher praise for the incredible staff and planning teams! From the moment we walked in for a tour, the coordinators were extremely professional and knowledgeable. They answered every one of our questions and took care of everything down to the small details throughout the entire planning process. Our wedding was pushed due to COVID, and the Bell made it a simple and flexible process to reschedule a new date, no additional fees added. On the day of, every single detail was handled, down to the cleanup at the end of the evening. I felt no stress on my wedding day knowing that the Bell team had the event handled!! I would HIGHLY recommend the Bell to all couples looking for a beautiful downtown Cincy venue.
The Bell Event Centre is an awesome place to host your wedding! I’m a DJ in the area and have preformed at the Bell Event Centre twice in the last month and have been blown away by the level of service they provide their couples and all of their guests. Usually at weddings I’m running around trying to make sure everything is in place for the next set of events, but Alexis at The Bell was always 2 steps ahead of me making sure all of the little things were in place to keep the night running smoothly. The rest of their team is super friendly, polite and professional & the food is top notch as well! When I’m scheduled to D.J at The Bell I know my couples & their guests are going to have an amazing time because of how much Alexis and her team care about what they do. I highly recommend The Bell Event Centre for anyone looking for a worry-free place to host their wedding reception!
Let me start out by saying... BOOK IT. The Bell does everything for you..helps with EVERYTHING. Let me say it again... BOOK... IT! They have a DJ service they work with, as well as a food vendor so you don't have to worry about those extra things. Lori, the provided/assigned planner, did SO amazing. She got us flowers and flower baskets for our last minute flower men(don't judge, it was amazing). She handled packing up extra meals for family who last minute didn't come because of COVID with ease and no complaint and offered the ends of the earth to us to help in whatever way she could. The communication and helpfulness and ease of working with the Bell is UNMATCHED. I would recommend this venue to everyone. Also, we have received a ridiculous number of compliments on our wedding. And it's all thanks to the beauty of the venue and the relaxed energy surrounding our wedding. We could not be more grateful for all involved!
The Bell Event Centre is one of the most beautiful wedding venues in Cincinnati! It is like getting married in a amazing jewel box! Covid made our wedding difficult with invitations that took a month to arrive, the possiblity of covid exposure in a group setting and the Bell was not flexible in rescheduling if the state of Ohio was allowing weddings. But all these things faded into the background on the wedding day because this is truely a perfect wedding setting. The Bell's covid plan is what they term "California seating" that is everyone sits at their tables for the wedding and reception. Of course people can move around during the reception and we had dancing. Everyone is encouraged to wear their face masks and all staff is required to wear their face masks. The food was delicious! We had appetizers: grilled beef satays, crab salad canapes, spinach & feta hummus on pita chips and cheese plates. All wonderful!! For dinner we had the Bell salad and a plated dinner with beef tenderloin, grilled chicken, mashed potatoes, broccolini and carrots. All delicious and I would highly recommend everything! One of the best features of the Bell is their wedding coordinators. On wedding day, they keep the wedding and reception on track! Amazing how they care for bride, groom, wedding party and parents! If you want a magical wedding in an beautiful setting the Bell Event Centre is the place for you!!
Where to even begin! My wedding was perfect and it was largely due to the hard work that every staff member put in to make it that way. The food was AMAZING and served hot! I loved that I was able to relax and enjoy my day and not worry about setting any decorations up. Communication was easy especially during the changes that occurred due to COVID. My guest had an amazing time! I highly recommend this venue!
We were an original March date, but had to postpone due to Covid. The Bell Event Centre went above & beyond to make this difficult time go as smoothly as possible! They honored every contract, worked with us through all the adjustments, & bent over backwards to make sure our big day looked as normal as possible. Our guests felt safe & everyone enjoyed a much needed night out! A big THANK YOU to the staff at The Bell for helping us pull it off!
Bell Event Centre was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. First, it is one of the most breathtaking, beautiful and serene venues. We walked in for the tour with Alexis, and we looked up into its beautiful cathedral ceilings and the original stained glass.... and we were sold. The event center is great for a moderate sized wedding (we had about 90 guests, but originally had been planning for 120), and is spacious/comfortable. The staff is absolutely wonderful.
Our day-of-coordinator was Tiffani. She is absolutely wonderful, and super patient since i had so many questions. They're always willing to help out and figure things out. On the day of the wedding, although i had my own planner, Tiffani was ready to help out with decor and the venue setup. She made sure we had snacks/appetizers/drinks/dinner all night and I never went hungry! She also helped with making sure everyone was in the right place at the right time, which made being the bride super easy. I never had to worry about what came next, and I was able to enjoy the day.
Our event fell on a day right before state government bans went into place in Ohio, and everyone at Bell was understanding and helpful. We had to change many details last minute since there were some guest cancellations, but everyone pitched in to make the changes. Bell also helped with implementing new policies/changes to the way the event went ahead with the new CDC guidelines (wearing gloves, having servers at the buffet line, cleaning the venue, hand sanitizer). All my guests felt safe and partied the night away.
Everyone was in awe of how well the event went despite a lot of last minute changes. Everyone loved the beautiful venue and raved about the food/service (we had the buffet, it was SO good.... like everyone going for seconds good) and the staff. No one had complaints and the bar was open all night (keeping my guests VERY happy). The photo booth was super fun and we got a beautiful momento from the night (get the photo book, it's worth it!). The transportation at the end of the night was really useful for our ride home. We originally had an afterparty at a nearby brewery, and Bell offered transportation to move people there if needed.
Thank you to Tiffani, Alexis and Sarah, who helped make this event happen in the craziness of the week leading up to the reception. We are so grateful for everything the Bell offered, from planning to the actual day. We would recommend this venue to anyone!
Nancy and Dustin
The Bell Event Centre was absolutely perfect for our February wedding. Everyone we worked with - Sarah, Alexis, and our day-of coordinator, Lori, were extremely responsive, professional, and exceeded all of our expectations for our wedding day. Everyone was organized and extremely communicative, and really made everything about our wedding run smoothly. They worked with us from day 1 to help coordinate the day-of timeline and finalize every detail for our big day. The Bell was adaptable and reasonable; in an industry where I often felt like people were trying to take advantage of me, I found the Bell to be nothing but supportive and genuine.
While the Bell is not necessarily a value-venue, you absolutely get the quality that you pay for. The food was superb, and the staff was willing to adapt the menu for various guests we had with severe food allergies. There were many decoration options available to us directly without additional charge, and the quality and variety of options exceeded my expectations (linens, charges, and lighting all included). Lastly, the venue itself is unbelievable, and has such historic roots in Cincinnati.
I cannot thank Lori for all that she did to support my husband and I through the wedding planning process and I would recommend the Bell Event Centre 1000 times over.
Would highly recommend them as a venue! They were extremely responsive and helped us with everything we needed. Our day was flawless because of all the staffs help. Our wedding was so beautiful thanks to the bell and our coordinator Alexis was amazing!
We cannot say enough about the Bell Event Centre. This is an absolutely beautiful venue and perfect for our daughters wedding. Our coordinator, Tiffani, was amazing. She was on top of every detail, taking care of things we didn't think of and accommodating us with our requests. The night was magical, the bride and groom were able to enjoy themselves and their guests the entire evening without worry. Many of our guests said it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever attended.
Our experience for our daughter's December 28th wedding was simply outstanding! One year prior - almost to the eventual wedding day - we visited the center (very impromptu and were warmly welcomed) and saw the Bell Centre then in its Christmas decor and dress. It was obvious from the moment we saw the facility that this was to be the location for our daughter's Christmas wedding. Through a year of planning, the staff responded always in a timely and well-informed fashion. Tiffani (our event coordinator) was very detail-oriented and remembered and recorded everything. She has an incredible talent for the trickle-down effect of decisions and how one step affects another. The staff worked very well with all of our vendors, coordinating details up until the very last minute. By the day of the wedding, I knew we were in very capable hands. We received multiple compliments on the beauty of the facility and its unique presentation. I would highly recommend this facility for a wedding reception or another large-scale event. Our family was beyond pleased!
We were very very pleased and thank the entire team, particularly Tiffani our event coordinator, for their personal attention and dedication to making our reception on December 7th a beautiful event! It was flawless! We appreciate all their time throughout the planning process to give us helpful recommendations and answer all our questions, inquiries, emails and calls within such a prompt manner.
Our families, our guests, and my husband and I were so pleased with the entire evening. The room and decor was exactly how we envisioned it! My Mom and I in particular appreciated how attentive Tiffani was the entire evening, to keep us on the timeline. We had a blast and a most memorable reception! Please pass on our gratitude to the entire Bell Event Center staff!
This venue is unrivaled in terms of uniqueness. It created a European feel at home in the States.
I had my wedding reception at the Bell Event Centre and I couldn't be happier with my decision. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and the staff is wonderful. Lori was our wedding coordinator and I cannot say enough good things about her! She was so easy to work with, she made sure everything was executed perfectly and she was so sweet and so helpful! She answered all my questions and concerns, I would recommend this venue and staff to anyone getting married! Our guests were blown away, as were we! it was truly a perfect night and I can't thank the staff enough! The service and food was also amazing, overall Bell truly exceeded all my expectations- I want to go back and do it all over again! Thank you Lori & Bell for the wedding of my dreams!
We had a wonderful experience with the Bell. Every question and email was answered promptly and made the planning process so easy leading up to our big day. The day of, they set up the hall just as we imagined and were very attentive to our needs until the last minute. The food was AMAZING. I had so many guests tell me how delicious it was, best wedding food they’ve had! We used CSC for lighting and DJ and they did not disappoint either. Overall, great venue, great people, great service!
Deciding on the Bell Event Center was easily the best decision made for our wedding. They took so much stress out of the process and really let us focus on the day. Our coordinator Alexis took care of all the details ensuring everyone got there when they needed to be. I recommend using their contracted DJ, they really brought the party! Everything was taken care of from the decorations, to cake cutting, etc. Aside from being a gorgeous venue, the food is amazing! The crew at the Bell really went the extra mile; we had a fall at our wedding and they had to depart very suddenly. Without saying a word, they ensured they were okay, got ice and event sent home meals with them. I can not praise the Bell Event Center and their crew enough for the work they do.
I want to first begin with the Bell Event Centre was amazing!
Tiffani- is extremely helpful and her entire teams aims to help and support in any way which helps alleviate any stress.
Location- is prime there was plenty of parking, the party bus was able to fit in perfectly and beautiful for pictures!
Food- was amazing and received so many compliments on it.
Overall, there is no place I would have rather had my reception at. My wedding reception was all I could have hoped for and more and the Bell's beauty only made it that much more special!
very polite on the phone. answered all my questions!
Having our wedding at Bell was the best decision we made! The venue is beyond beautiful, our event coordinator (Alexis) made everything run smoothly and we didn't have to worry about a thing (not even set up and tear down...they did it for us!) All of our guests complimented on how much they LOVED the venue and the environment that it created. Thank you so much!!
The Bell Event Centre was the absolute perfect place to host our wedding in May! Alexis and the team made the day of run smoothly and beforehand they answered all of our questions, thoughts, and concerns with so much professionalism. Our guests were blown away by their food and the beauty of the venue. If you are looking for a downtown wedding at the most beautiful venue in the city of Cincinnati, look no further!
The Bell did an outstanding job for our wedding. The team at Bell is phenomenal and such a pleasure to work with. The food was excellent!
I don’t even know where to start. Bell and its entire staff are absolutely amazing. Not only is the venue one of the prettiest I’ve ever seen, but you can tell the staff genuinely loves what they do: helping to make couples’ wedding dreams come true. We got married there last Friday, and our coordinator, Tiffani, went above and beyond to make sure we had the best day ever. She was patient, kind and did whatever was needed to help the day go smoothly. Any hint of a hiccup and she was on it to make sure I didn’t stress. I am a bit of a perfectionist (and slightly a control freak), so I was worried that anything out of order would put a damper on the day. And thanks to Tiffani, I completely put my trust in her and let go of my control freak tendencies for the day 😉. I am so happy I did. She was fantastic. Thank you so much, Tiffani, for working so hard to make our day as perfect as it was. I cannot recommend Bell and Tiffani enough. I’d leave a million stars if I could. 💗
I cannot recommend The Bell enough. It was absolutely PERFECT. My entire process was so easy and as stress-free as can be thanks to our day of coordinator, Tiffani. I live in Singapore now, and from day one everything went incredibly smoothly even from across the world. The entire staff responded to any emails and questions within 24 hours. They were extremely thorough with all of the details from the rehearsal to the clean-up. The catering, DJ, linens, and lighting can all be included, making the planning easy. Tiffani made the actual wedding day beyond perfect. She understood exactly what I wanted and was able to juggle anything that came up. Every single detail was so perfect. I can't tell you how many guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to. I can't thank Tiffani and the staff at the Bell enough for the best day of my life.
We had a pretty great experience working with the Bell. We booked while we were still in Cincinnati, but did a lot of our planning in Finland where we live now. I visited a couple of times and met with them, but I have no doubt they would be great if we had not come back for the visits. We knew this was the venue for us when we stepped inside the old church. It's absolutely beautiful. We wanted to get married in a church but are not currently practicing Catholics, so it worked perfect for our needs.
Having the catering, lighting, coordination, set up/take down, and bridal suites all in one location was definitely a huge plus. And being able to bring in our own DJ was really great. They did an excellent job with the coordinating. Tiffani was extremely responsive via email. She made the day run very smoothly. Whenever something was needed she was at hand always ready to help.
Complaints:
Our signature cocktails were not very good. Don't waste your money on mixed drinks and if it's super important to you, this may not be the venue for you.
They could definitely do with a few updates as they have a few structures from when the building was a church shop. However it doesn't really detract much from the stunning ceiling, windows and beautiful decor all over the building.
The extra costs can add up quickly, so just be aware and have your budget in mind. However, I would say that this is the case for nearly every wedding vendor or venue.
I can't imagine finding a better venue for us that actually exists. haha
I would highly recommend the Bell if you are looking for catering included and a stress free day of experience.
I cannot give enough thanks to Alexis and the whole Bell Event staff. If you are planning a wedding, have it at the Bell and you will not be disappointed!! They were super helpful with every aspect of planning a wedding! Always available to answer ANY questions and easy to meet with to get final decisions made! They let you drop off the decorations early, they set up and tear down for you. And they are great at setting up the decor as you wanted it so there is no need to worry! Day of everything went as planned even with the down-pouring of rain!! (Thankfully I had the tent for the patio) And the food is amazing! All of our guests were raving about dinner!! I couldn’t have asked for a better day and all of the staff was wonderful! I would give the Bell a 20 out of 10 if I could they were awesome!!
The Bell Event Centre was the perfect place to have our wedding! From the included Day of Coordinator Tiffani who was wonderful and efficient, to the incredible professional service and advice available throughout the entire planning process. The day of the wedding every single detail was taken care of and it was more beautiful than we even expected! Also, the food was above and beyond incredible! They were able to accommodate every dietary restriction of my guests and we had so many people raving about how great it was. Truly, we could not have asked for a better venue.
My husband and I got married just last Friday.
I have no words to express how much I love the Bell! I walked in the doors and fell in love with it immediately! Alexis gave us our tour and she was amazing. She answered all of my questions until we had our day of coordinator assigned to us. I can't say enough amazing this about Lori, our day of coordinator. The title doesn't say enough. She made sure we had everything we needed. From getting in place to making sure I had food and drink whenever I needed it! The entire staff was amazing! The food was to die for! So many options it was hard to choose. Having good food (much better than normal wedding food) was very important to us. They far exceeded our expectations. Lori, Tiff and the staff are absolutely amazing!
I would give them a 10 if I could! Go see the venue, you won't be disappointed!
My experience with The Bell Event Centre was exceptional. I would recommend them to anyone! They made wedding planning an absolute breeze. I worked closely with Sarah and Tiffani. Both were fantastic at answering my questions and making sure the event went smoothly. Great, fast communication.
The Bell is able to provide their brides with so many extras that saves you time and money! i.e. easels for signs, table numbers, center pieces, candles, linens... the list goes on. They take care of set up and tear down, you don't lift a finger... only to drop off decorations.
The venue is breath- taking. My guests can't stop talking about how beautiful and unique it was. This was the perfect locations for both our ceremony and reception.
The food was delicious - we opted for buffet and had the beer and wine beverage package. I also recommend booking the lighting package and DJ through the Bell. CSC DJ was so much fun and made our reception a blast.
Booking the Bell Event Center was probably our best decision we made while wedding planning! I cannot say enough good things about the venue itself as well as the staff . We received so many compliments on how absolutely amazing the food was as well as how beautiful the space was in general. All of the staff was so helpful in the planning process and so accommodating allowing me to view the venue multiple times through the process and answering all questions. Our day of coordinator was so attentive, far exceeding my expectations, making sure my husband and I as well as our parents had everything we needed and keeping us perfectly on our timeline. I could go on and on about this venue! If you book the Bell you will not be disappointed!!
My daughter was recently married at the Bell Event Centre. It was a magical, perfect night. I can not thank Alexis enough for her quiet dignity and professional demeanor. She was very easy to work with. The facility shimmered with beauty the night of the wedding, all transitions were seamless, and the food was excellent. We are grateful to Alexis and all the employees of the Bell Event Centre for creating my daughter's dream wedding.
The Bell was absolutely amazing! The staff were very helpful, and communicated very well. They were fast, clear, and thorough with all communication! We received so many compliments on how beautiful the space was, how amazing the food was, and how great the service was! Alexis was our day of coordinator, and she was wonderful! she made sure everything was organized, and took care of us every step of the way! Before the ceremony, she gave me updates of what was going on, and after made sure I had a drink and asked if there was anything I needed, and if everything was going well. We were very impressed with how dedicated The Bell was to making our wedding day a success! Thank you so much for your efforts and contribution to the success of one of the most important days of our lives!
From the moment we entered The Bell Event Centre, my husband and I knew we wanted to get married there. We wanted to get married in a church-like atmosphere, but also keep it convenient for guests to stay in one place for the ceremony and reception. Throughout the process, we worked with Lori. I would HIGHLY recommend her as your day-of coordinator. She is organized, thorough, and was patient and took the time to answer all of our (many) questions. She pulled off the day perfectly, and we could not have done it without her! Being an out of town bride, I was a little nervous about not meeting in person until close to our date, but Lori made it so easy to ask questions over email and by phone.
In addition, the facility is gorgeous and the staff is considerate and professional. It was great to have the bride and groom suites to get ready in, and it made it easy for the photographer to capture every moment. The cocktail hour in the courtyard was so effortless and easy for our guests. We all enjoyed the food (especially the mashed potatoes!). Overall, the day was perfect, and we have Lori and the entire staff to thank you that. We would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a perfect place to get married.
My husband and I recent got married at the Bell and I am still dreaming of the day. The Bell is not only a beautiful event space, and it is BEAUTIFUL, but the staff is what truly makes your big day one to remember. My husband and I live in NYC, so you can only imagine how challenging it is to plan your big day over 600 miles away. However, our coordinator Tiffani was incredible! Not only was she extremely helpful leading up to our big day, but she was AMAZING the day of! My husband and I were to enjoy every single moment of our day without a care in the world. Our guests are still raving about the venue and food. Do yourself a favor, and make an appointment with this space, you will not be disappointed and will fall in love the moment you walk in.
We had an A+ experience working with the Bell.
From the start they made every step of the process flawless. We loved that they were an one stop shop. The ability to have our catering, DJ, lighting, coordination, set up/take down, and bridal suites all in one location sold us.
They truly will make your wedding day flawless. Tiffani was extremely prompt and responsive via email. She made the day of our wedding perfect. Whenever something was needed she was already on top of it which really stood out to us.
I would recommend the Bell to anyone who wants a care free wedding day where every detail is taken care of for you!
I cannot say enough about The Bell Event Centre! I am so pleased with our decision to have our wedding reception there. Our wedding reception was perfect and turned out just how I imagined it would! Alexis was so patient with all of our changes and my many emails! She put all the finishing touches on our night and made it perfect. I loved our experience and wouldn't change a thing!!
We had a wonderful experience at the Bell. This historic building is stunning, the food was amazing, and recommendations for DJ and venders perfect. Alexis is truly a professional, and her attention to detail made our event stress free. She was always willing to work with our requests, and anticipated our needs so well. All of the staff wonderful at our event. Highly recommend!
This venue was amazing! The space is beautiful, which you can certainly tell from the pictures, but more importantly, the staff ensured that our day ran smoothly from beginning to end. I loved being able to manage venue, food, photo booth and DJ all in one place. The food was great, actually better than we remembered from the tasting!
We worked with Alexis as our day-of coordinator, which feels like a vast understatement because she helped us far beyond the day of! She helped with planning to make sure that every detail was thought of, she made us a plate on the evening of our wedding to ensure we ate, and made plates for kids being babysat in the bridal suite when I realized I'd forgotten to feed them. She was amazing!
Response from the Vendor on 09/25/2018
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are happy that you had a great experience with us!
Our wedding coordinator, Tiffani, was extremely professional, supportive and always responsive. The space is absolutely gorgeous and they did a good job of making it feel special to us, even though many weddings take place there. The bridal and groom suites are cute and comfortable!
My only recommendation would be to consider a third-party vendor such as All Occasions as a secondary option for dining tableware if you are looking for luxury in your table setting. We rented our chargers from All Occasions because the ones the event center offered were round (to be used with square plates) and were plastic - I actually saw the same ones on sale at Michaels.
Be sure to ask them to ring the bell during or after the ceremony as they are known for their history with Verdin Bells. Also, be sure to choose a photographer that is used to or comfortable shooting in a darker space as it doesn't receive a ton of natural light and is even darker in the evening. We loved our photos and used one of their recommendations.
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2018
Thanks for your kind words and feedback. We do now offer brand new round bone china and gold rimmed glass chargers at The Bell Event Centre.
My wedding was almost two months ago and people are still talking. My guests are still raving about the food! Alexis, was such a saint and was able to help me pull of the PERFECT wedding, she answered countless of questions and made sure everything was just how I wanted it! This venue is well worth every penny we spent. I highly highly suggest working with them.
Response from the Vendor on 07/24/2018