Columbus is home to a mix of unique wedding venues that go far beyond the traditional banquet hall. From historic mansions and botanical gardens to modern museums, the city offers spaces that are as distinctive as the couples celebrating in them. We’ve picked out a few of our favorite highlights in Columbus, each venue offering a blend of elegance and one-of-a-kind experiences to make your special day truly remarkable.
Columbus Museum of Art
Located in the heart of Downtown, The Columbus Museum of Art offers the perfect blend of elegance, creativity, and architectural beauty throughout its three unique wedding venue offerings.
The Schottenstein Property Group Pavilion
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Capacity: Up to 350
Their largest wedding space, the Schottenstein Property Group Pavilion, provides a breathtaking setting for couples. Features include a balcony overlooking the Sculpture Garden, perfect for taking photos, and lots of natural light from their full glass wall and skylight.
The Patricia M. Jurgensen Sculpture Garden
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Capacity: Up to 300
If you are leaning towards an outdoor venue, their Patricia M. Jurgensen Sculpture Garden offers a lush experience, surrounded by beautifully maintained greenery with a stunning fountain and sculptures. The lawn can be adapted for ceremonies, receptions, and seated dinners.
Edwards Court & The McCoy Family Broad Street Lobby
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Capacity: Up to 200
With atrium-style glass ceilings and decadent architectural details, this space is a unique and timeless setting for couples exchanging their vows. The Court includes two hospitality suites and is surrounded by ten collection galleries.
Location: Central Ohio
Standing proudly on 100 acres of land, Jorgensen Farms offers venues surrounded by flourishing greenery and gardens, providing the most lush, unique experience. The property features two one-of-a-kind venues, one historic post-and-beam barn and an iron and virgin cypress Lord & Burnham greenhouse from the early 20th century.
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Capacity: Up to 250
The barn, renamed The Gardens, includes expansive glass windows overlooking the Gardens and accommodates room for dining, seating, dancing, and more.
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Capacity: Up to 250
The greenhouse, Oak Grove, provides an open-air experience, feeling both spacious and comfortably intimate at the same time. Additionally, with a team of professionals, Jorgensen Farms helps couples to plan their special day with farm-fresh cuisine, floral designs, and options for bartending, guest favors, and lawn games.
COSI (Center of Science and Industry)
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Location: Downtown
Capacity: Up to 350
Located in the heart of downtown along the Scioto Mile, COSI offers a stunning mix of modern architecture and skyline views. This landmark venue is an unforgettable setting for weddings that are both elegant and unique.
The Atrium
Capacity: Up to 350
COSI’s largest event space, the Atrium, is a showstopping location that features three-story glass walls, metal accents, and striking views of downtown Columbus. The space welcomes natural light during the day and becomes illuminated at night with a light-up stage and disco balls for dancing, offering a lively ambience for ceremonies, receptions, or dinner.
The English Plaza
Capacity: Up to 300
For couples envisioning an outdoor celebration, the Plaza overlooks the Scioto River and provides a beautiful open-air experience. The terrace can be customized for ceremonies, cocktail hours, or receptions. Featuring skyline views, the plaza creates a romantic and memorable backdrop, especially at sunset.
The Mezzanine and Galleries
Capacity: Up to 250
The Mezzanine and adjoining galleries offer an elegant and immersive environment for cocktail receptions or smaller gatherings. Guests are also able to explore their interactive exhibits and contemporary displays while mingling.
COSI’s Theaters
COSI’s three state-of-the-art theaters provide a unique experience for couples who are looking for a distinct setting full of creativity. Each space features professional lighting, immersive sound systems, and tiered seating for an unforgettable day.
Giant Screen Theater
Capacity: 388
As Ohio’s largest digital screen, this theater offers a dramatic backdrop for ceremonies, receptions, or presentations. Its expansive screen and sound system create an encapsulating atmosphere for guests.
Planetarium
Capacity: 211
For more intimate gatherings, the planetarium transforms the night sky into the backdrop, surrounding guests with a canopy of stars for a uniquely romantic and atmospheric experience.The venue offers personalized shows, displaying constellations from meaningful dates through the couple’s journey.
Galaxy Theater
Capacity: 170
This intimate theater provides a cinematic setting for smaller ceremonies, toasts, or presentations. Its tiered seating and advanced audiovisual equipment ensure a memorable experience for all guests.
Franklin Park Conservatory
Location: Franklin Park
These botanical gardens provide the perfect indoor-outdoor options for a couple’s special day, featuring four separate unique venues.
John F. Wolfe Palm House
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Capacity: Up to 250
The Palm House includes a grand double staircase descending into a flourishing tropical garden filled with palms, iron gazebos, and a Venetian-style fountain. The Victorian glass roof soaks the space in natural light by day, while artist James Turrell’s captivating LED installation transforms it into a breathtaking, illuminating wonder by night, perfect for a romantic ceremony and evening celebration.
Grand Atrium
Capacity: Up to 500
Perfect for a cocktail hour and dinner, this space is filled with gorgeous botanicals and features a glass atrium ceiling, providing an outdoor feel to the indoor space. Guests are also welcome to explore the Asian-inspired rooftop Zen Garden featuring illuminated works by Dale Chihuly, a bubbling fountain, bamboo, and bonsai.
Worthington Industries Veridian
Capacity: Up to 200
The Veridian blends natural charm with refined elegance, featuring stone walls, warm wood accents, and vibrant greenery. This intimate space flows into the Celebration Garden, where a fountain and romantic swing set a dreamlike scene for small ceremonies or cocktails under the greenery. Guests can also enjoy The Grove, a rooftop garden overlooking the Conservatory, complete with flowing fountains and colorful florals. The space is perfect for a sunset toast or starlit reception.
The Wells Barn
Capacity: Up to 320
This 200-year-old barn is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue, complete with high ceilings, a grand fireplace, and several chandeliers illuminating the room. This space radiates rustic elegance with historic charm. Adjacent to the barn, the Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus provides a unique outdoor setting. Its four acres of gardens are perfect for ceremonies or mingling during cocktail hour.
The Werner House
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Location: Downtown
Capacity: Up to 100
The Werner House is a beautifully restored 110-year-old mansion, offering an elegant and more intimate setting for weddings. The mansion is a stand-out location featuring a grand foyer with a sweeping staircase, a dining room with bay windows, and lush landscaped grounds with a gazebo for outdoor ceremonies. Guests are welcome to a bocce court and speakeasy-style bar, while wedding parties can enjoy the comfort of their luxurious bridal suites and guest rooms.
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