$1,000 starting price
151-200 guest capacity
This venue can host up to 200 guests
About this vendor
Situated in Indianapolis, IN, Tinker House Events is an enchanting wedding venue. This space sits on the second floor of The Tinker House, a stunning historical establishment with a quaint sense of charm. Here, you and your sweetheart can celebrate any milestone event along your wedding journey, from the engagement party and wedding showers to the rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception. Your experience will be guided by the team here, who will be there to help ease any stress and bring to life a day that you have only ever dreamed of.
Spread over 4,000 square meters, the venue is brought to life with a wooden, industrial vibe. Large paneled windows adorn the exposed brick walls, allowing ambient light to seep into the space. A stylish hanging-bulb chandelier fixture takes over to light up the room after dark. You can say "I do" in a ceremony here, then watch as Tinker House Events is quickly transformed into your dream reception space. While there is an intimate atmosphere throughout the setting, you can host a party of up to 200 guests for a seated celebration, or up to 230 for a standing soirée.
Rental packages begin at 12 hours and can be extended so you and your loved ones can dance into the night. Thanks to a heating and air conditioning system, your guests will be kept comfortable any time of year. There will be an in-house event planner overseeing the big day so you can relax and enjoy the festivities in full. They will take care of venue management, as well as changing the room layout between your ceremony and reception. Basic furniture such as tables and chairs will be supplied, setup, and cleaned-up by the team. With bar services provided by the venue, you will be given a list of trusted vendors to choose from for other aspects of the occasion.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Business Attributes
- Asian-owned Business
- Woman-owned Business
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Guest Capacity
- Up to 200
Settings
- Brewery & Distillery
- Historic Venue
- Industrial & Warehouse
- Loft
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Planning
Awards and Affiliations
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We had our ceremony and reception here and it was fantastic. Highly recommend this place and shout out to Emma for being a great coordinator!
We had our wedding reception at Tinker House Events and we could not have been happier we chose them! The space is beautiful and we received so many compliments from our guests on how cool of a venue it is. Emma, our day of coordinator, was an absolute dream to work with!!! She was with us every step of the way for planning and coordination, and was invaluable on the day of our reception with setting everything up and making sure things ran smoothly. Not only is she extremely gifted at what she does, but she made the whole process less stressful and more fun :) Thank you Tinker House Events and Emma for an unforgettable time!!
Tinker House was our dream wedding venue! It was so lovely to have our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one space. We had 98 guests and Tinker was the perfect size to feel like we filled the space but weren't cramped at all. But the star of the show was our day of coordinator, Emma- we couldn't have done any of the amazing things we did without her! She was totally worth the extra cost, especially since we didn't have a traditional planner. I would recommend Tinker to anyone having a smallish wedding in Indiana. If we could go back, we would choose Tinker House every time!
I LOVED this venue for our wedding!!! Everything was so smooth and our venue manager Emma was so helpful and relaxed about any questions or concerns I had along the way. She was always eager to help me in any way she could to make it less stressful for me. The bar staff was amazing and the room flip team did an amazing job. I couldn't have imagined my wedding anywhere else. Everyone loved the venue and kept commenting on how beautiful it was. The only reason I didn't rate it 5 start was because there were a lot of extra hidden costs along the way (table cloths, insurance, random other stuff) but I still think it was worth it!
Lauren and I got married there on June 8th and we're so happy we chose Tinker House. We ended up also booking the Provider space for our cocktail hour, which was a great transition between ceremony and reception. The space has so much character that we kept decor simple but it's also neutral enough that you could make it your own and really go big on decor if you wanted.
Emma and her team were so helpful the day of and clearly had a lot of experience working weddings and large events. Emma was our day of coordinator and she was so helpful throughout the whole process that we felt that it was almost too easy.
The bartenders were also amazing - we had so many people come up to us throughout the night commenting on the quality of the drinks and service.
I can't wait to get our photos back from the photographer because the space was such a great backdrop from the brick to the greenery wall to the coffeeshop space and all the natural lighting. Located right next to the Monon, we were able to take some nature-y photos as well!
The balcony was a big hit for many of our guests to get some fresh air after hitting the dancefloor. The bar is a legit bar - not a moveable dinky cooler box - which made it its own moment for our guests.
They have an elevator which was necessary for some of our guests, handicapped and elderly.
I cannot recommend Tinker House enough - the venue was amazing.
We fell in the love with the Tinker reception space as soon as we saw it - it was the perfect spot for our reception. Emma was great to work with, she was so organized and helped us think of every detail. We would definitely recommend to anyone considering!
We were lucky enough to get married at Tinker House in May 2024. I cannot say enough wonderful things. From the first tour, the staff was amazing and so helpful in making our decision. The space is beautiful and the amazing bar upstairs and coffee shop downstairs sold us. However, the day would not have been nearly as amazing without our coordinator, Emma. We booked well in advance and even though she wasn't slated to really start getting us going until closer to the wedding, she would answer every email I had about wedding planning. She was thoughtful, kind, helpful, and encouraging. She gave us so much advice. The wedding went flawlessly because of her help. We didn't have to stress about a thing. Would recommend Tinker House for any event!
We got married at Tinker House on 4/27/24 and had the BEST experience with the whole team.
First off our venue coordinator, Emma, was so sweet and knowledgeable. There are over 80 emails back and forth between us of her answering my millions of questions, all in a timely manner. We had multiple in person meetings with her and every time I left those I felt so organized and confident that we’d chosen the right team to work with. She made everything from wedding decor decisions, to decoration drop off/pick up, to the flow of our actual wedding day so smooth and stress free. If you have the opportunity to work with Emma, you are in VERY good hands.
The bar staff at Tinker House was also so, so kind every time we interacted with them. We were able to customize our bar menu with drinks that were special to us as a couple and got so many compliments on the drinks and the friendly staff.
And the space itself is just *chefs kiss*, so perfect. The lighting, the amount of space available, being able to rent out Provider for cocktail hour, the beautiful farm house tables, the gorgeous bridal suite - literally EVERYTHING was so perfect. If I could move in to that space, I would haha.
If you want a gorgeous, stress free day, I would 1000000% recommend Tinker House for your next event.
I don’t know where to start… Our wedding was the most perfect day we could’ve asked for and I give thanks to Tinker House Events and Emma Bugher for coordinating the day. They were absolutely phenomenal through the planning process and execution was top tier on the big day.
Joyful is an understatement when it comes to using Tinker House Events and specifically working with Emma Bugher as our Day of Coordinator. Our wedding went off without a hitch. Emma not only created seamless communication, planning and strategy for our big day but took such thoughtful care to our decor, setting up, orchestrating and tearing down our event. I did not have to lift a finger the day of our wedding and I felt so grateful it was her! Emma herself felt like a true best friend by the end of planning. It was incredible getting to know her and have her share in our special day.
We had so many compliments on the look of the space, and its picturesque qualities right from the start. tinker house looks amazing on its own and Emma made it look 10x better.
Thankful for Emma and so thrilled about our experience!
Our wedding at Tinker House Events was nothing short of magical, thanks to our incredible coordinator and a stunning setting. From picturesque room to the seamless organization by Emma Bugher, every moment was perfect. Their attention to detail and flexibility made our day stress-free and unforgettable. If you’re seeking a venue and coordinator that exceed expectations, look no further than Tinker House Events. It’s a decision you won’t regret!
We loved everything about our wedding at the Tinker House! The staff were detail oriented, kind, and knowledgeable. The venue itself is also extremely beautiful and perfect for our winter wedding! I cannot recommend this place enough, I wish I could relive that day again and again!
We held our wedding at Tinker House Events, and had an absolutely amazing experience! Emma was incredibly professional, flexible, and communicative to ensure our day was everything we hoped for! The planning was detailed and extensive and all our questions we thought of Emma and Tinker House helped us. We never have planned anything as large as a Wedding and they made it as simple and easy as can be. The day of coordinating was perfect, Emma and her team minimized any anxieties we had. We will always remember this and how perfect it all was! The venue was absolutely gorgeous even with having minimal decor that we brought. The venue still looked romantic and put together and we have received so many compliments on how beautiful it looked. Thank you to Tinker House for making our day so perfect!
I would recommend Tinker House to anyone hosting an event, especially a wedding. We had our best day there! Emma was our day of coordinator and was absolutely fabulous! She made the process so easy, fun and as stress free as possible! She took all of my inspo and helped make it a beautiful reality. The space is lovely on its own so minimal decorations were needed. And they were very accommodating with the vendors we wanted to use.
My husband and I had a wonderful experience at Tinker House Events! Not only is the space gorgeous, but Emma was a joy to work with and was exceptionally kind, responsive, and organized; she really made our vision come to life! The logistics of our wedding day went super smoothly, and everyone absolutely loved the vibe and ambiance of space. 10/10 would recommend!
The Tinker House was perfect in every way for our wedding! From the moment we met with their team, we were met with the highest level of professionalism. They helped bring our vision to life, and their event team made every part of the process as smooth as possible, especially the day of. If you have the chance to work with Emma B, she was particularly amazing! She had the highest level of professionalism and organization in every meeting leading to our wedding, taking care of the tiniest of details that we would have never thought of on our own. The venue itself is beautiful and versatile to meet any need or vision. All of our guests adored the venue, and we have not stopped hearing about how amazing the bar/drinks and bar staff were, even two months later. We really cannot recommend the Tinker House and their staff enough for your special event!
Tinker House was the PERFECT place to host our wedding! Emma B., our venue coordinator, went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect. She was incredibly organized and responded quickly to all of our questions. She is also just a joy to work with - kind, patient, and creative! The venue itself is beautiful - it truly doesn't need much to look spectacular and our photographer/videographer team had plenty of spaces to shoot inside on a very hot day. The size was perfect for our ~150 person wedding and our guests LOVED cocktail hour in Provider! Would recommend to anyone getting married in Indy!
Tinker House Events was perfect in every way as a venue for our wedding. Our day of coordinator, Emma, Was fantastic and helped out with more than we could have asked for. They went above and beyond to make our day special and handled anything that came up through the day. I would 100% recommend tinker house for ANY event you want to have
Tinker House was the most perfect venue for our wedding! The building itself has so much character that fit the vibe for our wedding and required minimal additional decor. The entire staff was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend if you are looking for an industrial venue in downtown Indianapolis.
Loved our wedding experience with Tinker House Events! The venue is beautiful with so many spots for photos for both the wedding party as well as guests. Staff are amazing to work with and great with communication and planning the whole way through. Can't recommend it enough!
We hosted our wedding at Tinker House Events on 10.14.22 and it was the absolute best night of our lives. Tinker House is a beautiful space to gather, the bar is amazing, and the staff is even better. We couldn't recommend booking here enough!
Tinker House Events has a great aesthetic and is the perfect size for a 100-150 attendee wedding! Conveniently located near downtown but with a parking lot for all those guests afraid of city driving and parking ;) We chose Tinker in part because they have built-in projector screens and are affiliated with a great coordination business (one less vendor to find independently, for day-of coordination).
Four stars seems generous otherwise, though: the venue rental fee is overpriced, and **beware**, they bait-and-switched us on the bar packages. We love craft beer, and one of the reasons that we signed with Tinker was their add-on bar option for partial kegs of draft beer. At the last venue meeting, the venue coordinator (Miranda) informed us that they no longer offer draft beer whatsoever. The saleswoman (Christine) acted like this was news to her, too, but she/Miranda could have at least communicated upfront about the change. Otherwise, Miranda was prompt in communication throughout, and Christine is very prompt during the sales period. Overall, I recommend Tinker House Events with some reservations.
Working with Tinker House was a dream! When we were first looking at venues, it was very easy to set up a time to visit the space and later, when we were trying to figure out our date, our contact, Christine, was helpful through the whole process! Just 2 weeks after our wedding and we are still getting so many compliments about the space - it is above a coffee shop that my husband and I adore, has exposed brick and the most incredible lighting. It was exactly the vibe we were looking for!
This is a one-of-a-kind venue. Its ambiance is eclectic and industrial, and allowed for us to design a beautiful wedding, while also keeping the beauty of the original building in tact. We opted to use Provider Coffee for our cocktail hour and our guests loved this added space! It was a unique opportunity for guests to continue the party in another space while the ceremony room was being turned into a beautiful reception space. Upstairs in Tinker House Events, the bridal suite is UNMATCHED. It's a gorgeous room for pictures and hanging out. The unique pieces in the space (light fixtures, artwork, and more) are so well accentuated that there is little need for decoration, although decoration just helps brighten the space. So much natural light and the use of farmhouse tables was wonderful. The bar choices were great and the staff were helpful throughout the planning process. This venue is a hidden gem that shouldn't be overlooked for a wedding or event!
We had our wedding here and it was wonderful! Everything went smoothly on the day and I felt taken care of by the staff. We did the ceremony upstairs in Tinker, then had a cocktail hour downstairs in Provider, they flipped the room for dinner and we came back up for the rest of the night. I definitely recommend using Provider for a cocktail hour! It's a beautiful and well-lit space that doesn't really need any additional decorating or furnishing. The sound and technical aspects of the event all went off without a hitch. The "green room" space was also beautiful and was the perfect home base for the wedding party to get out of the spotlight. All the wood, exposed brick, and twinkly lights were beautiful and gave us exactly the sort of vibe we were going for. I can't recommend it enough!
Tinker House was the perfect place to have our wedding! The staff was incredible all around. Very organized, efficient and professional which made everything super easy on us and provided us with the ability to completely enjoy our day with limited stress. We also went through Christine Kingery and her staff for coordination services and they were wonderful! Could not have made it all happen without them!
We had the best reception at this beautiful location! The exposed brick, wood accents and unique lighting were swoon-worthy. The bar is large, so no concerns about long lines forming. The bridal suite was perfect for pictures with the velvet couch and fun bulbs. There was also another area of seating that served as a backdrop for polaroids by our guests! Couldn't be happier with our experience at Tinker House, including the coordinator!
We had the most amazing experience with Tinker House Events. Everything went so smoothly, the staff were beyond kind, and the location was so beautiful. We highly recommend to anyone looking for their wedding venue! Everything was perfect for our wedding day, thanks to them!
Tinker House was an absolute dream wedding venue for us! When we were looking at venues, we wanted somewhere that was a little industrial but also felt cozy. We opted to have both the downstairs for our cocktail hour and upstairs for our ceremony so that the venue and our cater could flip the room for the reception. The first floor (by day, Provider Coffee Shop) was an incredible spot for the cocktail hour which included the patio space outside. We used Christine Kingery Events (Christine, Robin, and Michaela were a dream to work with!) and the team made our vision come to life with absolutely no hiccups.
Every inch of space within Tinker House is meticulously thought through and there are multiple areas for photo ops. They were so easy to work with and even helped us to pick a spot to hang a neon sign we were using for a backdrop rather than having to rent a backdrop to hang it from. Additionally, when we wanted to do a signature drink that wasn't a part of our bar package they had great options for adding it on that didn't break our budget. The venue is an incredible value compared to other venues downtown.
Our guests would not stop raving about how beautifully decorated and cool space was. They have multiple ceremony/reception backdrops on site you can add to your package for a minimal fee and really makes the space feel special. There is a ton of parking and a balcony that looks towards the downtown skyline! For your downtown, cool, hip, beautiful venue needs, put this venue on your list!
Renting the Tinker House Event space was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! The staff was helpful and flexible, and their provided bar package and bar tenders are fantastic! The venue also has great outdoor spaces for guests to slip away, but our wedding still felt intimate. This is a beautiful space!!
TINKER HOUSE IS A MUST-USE VENDOR!!! We toured a lot of similarly styled venues for our April wedding, but we knew the second we walked in that this place was for us. The first floor (by day - Provider Coffee Shop) was the PERFECT spot for an cool, fresh, vibrant cocktail hour. We opted for the ceremony and reception to both take place here and did a full room swap and everything was done flawlessly. We also used Christine Kingery as the wedding coordinator (she partners with Tinker House) and she and her team made our vision come to life effortlessly. Every spot inside and out of Tinker House is photogenic, and they have very affordable packages for every couple. The vendor lists they provide are also incredible and made planning that much easier. Our guests RAVED about this gem downtown. Ample parking, great balcony, incredible decor and vibe, amazing team. Wish i could give more than 5 stars!!!
I mean the space speaks for itself. Its beautiful and different from anywhere else around. You can have your ceremony, reception, and cocktail hour there comfortably, the location is convenient, and parking is free and ubers are cheap to downtown Indy. But what makes this place amazing is the people who run it! I was supposed to get married in May, but due to COVID postponed to August. They were so accommodating, were incredibly flexible working with me on setting a new date, and were super responsive and kind during such a crazy time. After hearing horror stories from other brides about venues upcharging them or not giving deposits back after postponing due to COVID, I was so happy I made the decision to book Tinker. I can't recommend them enough!
The minute my husband (then fiancé) stepped into Tinker, we knew it was the perfect place for our reception - in fact this is the only place we looked at. We initially met with Mo, who gave us a tour of the beautiful building. The event space is gorgeous. The bar, light fixtures, bridal room, the natural light from the windows, the exposed brick and amazing view of the city from the balcony makes not only a great atmosphere to celebrate in, but also a great atmosphere to have photos taken. The added bonus to this space is the trendy, sweet, and fun coffee shop (Provider) on the first level. We rented that space out for our cocktail hour and it was perfect. Our guests loved having the outdoor patio space. Nevertheless, the team behind the scenes is what makes this place so special. We worked with several different people throughout our planning and every person was extremely responsive to questions we had and were always willing to meet in person. Our day-of-coordinator, Robin, had everything set-up just as we imagined, kept our timeline on schedule, and made day easy for us. Overall, the night was flawless. Having Tinker as our reception venue was one of the best and easiest decisions we made and we cannot give a higher recommendation!
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