Top Ohio Gala Venues

• Spaces for 20-120 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Pine Lake Trout Club is a private fishing club set on a natural preserve in Bainbridge Township, Ohio, near Chagrin Falls. The property's stream-side setting provides a quiet, natural backdrop for private celebrations and social gatherings — from weddings and rehearsal dinners to birthday parties, bridal showers, and company holiday parties. The Reading House Banquet Room seats up to 100 guests for seated events, with all food prepared in-house by the club's kitchen and custom menus available upon request. Conference Cabin #1 is a more intimate space for up to 20 guests, suited to small meetings and private dinners. Standard linens in white or beige with hunter green or white napkins are included, and additional colors can be arranged through the club's linen service. Guests may bring their own beer, wine, or spirits; the club provides a coffee station, soda, and iced tea. Dance floors, tenting, ceremony chairs, and A/V equipment can be arranged through external vendors with management approval.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Glenross Golf Club is an 18-hole golf and event facility in Delaware, Ohio, designed by Jack Kidwell and opened in 1968. The course plays 6,551 yards through rolling fairways, undulating greens, 50 sand bunkers, seven ponds, and a natural creek that winds through stands of large oak trees — terrain that gives the property a distinctive character and provides a scenic backdrop for outdoor gatherings. The clubhouse holds a banquet hall and The Pub at Glenross, together accommodating a range of private events: wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, anniversary and milestone celebrations, corporate meetings, retreats, and golf outings. The culinary team offers customizable menus ranging from casual to gourmet, and staff provide coordination support from planning through event day. The property is managed by KemperSports.

• Spaces for 275 Guests

The Hilton Garden Inn Findlay is an award-winning full-service hotel in Findlay, Ohio, offering 101 guest rooms — including junior and hospitality suites — alongside up to 6,500 square feet of flexible event space purpose-built for celebrating and connecting. From elegant weddings to corporate conferences to milestone social gatherings, the hotel's dedicated facilities, onsite catering, and attentive event staff bring every occasion to life. At the heart of the hotel is the Garden Grille & Bar, where cooked-to-order breakfasts and a seasonal dinner menu create the perfect backdrop for pre- and post-event dining. Complimentary WiFi, complimentary parking, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center mean every guest arrives refreshed and leaves impressed. Ideally positioned just off I-75 at Exit 159 — less than a mile from the University of Findlay and downtown — the Hilton Garden Inn Findlay places guests right where they need to be, combining the warmth of a close-knit community with the accessibility that event planners count on.

• Spaces for 350 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Lake Anna Hall is a historic event venue in Barberton, Ohio, recreated in its original 1935 art deco style on the shore of Lake Anna. The venue hosts weddings, banquets, private parties, and business meetings, with rooms sized to accommodate a range of gatherings. Its lakefront setting places couples steps from the Lake Anna Gazebo, a favorite backdrop for wedding-day photos, and the venue offers horse-and-carriage service for a ride to the gazebo or a victory lap around the grounds after the ceremony. Lake Anna Hall sits near three major highways, about a mile from I-76, and offers free parking, with more than 400 spaces available within two blocks. For couples seeking an all-inclusive option, the venue offers its Princess Package, designed to bundle wedding-day essentials into a single booking.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

• Spaces for 400 Guests

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin is an all-suite hotel in Dublin, Ohio, offering 284 two-room suites each with a separate living area and bedroom. The hotel sits off SR-161 and I-270, within minutes of Historic Dublin and the Bridge Park district. For private events and meetings, the property provides 12,698 square feet of multifunctional space accommodating up to 1,100 guests. An open atrium with a water feature serves as a natural gathering point for cocktail receptions and networking, while the divisible ballroom — featuring an open floor plan with options for customizable uplighting — accommodates weddings, banquets, and large corporate functions. A professional banquet manager coordinates each event, supported by an in-house catering team available for meetings, receptions, and banquets throughout the day.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 125 Guests

• Spaces for 500 Guests

• Spaces for 275 Guests

• Spaces for 100 Guests

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Country Club
• 1 Meeting Space

The Lakes Golf and Country Club sits within the Highland Lakes neighborhood in Westerville, Ohio, its Ed Sneed-designed championship golf course woven through manicured fairways with several back-nine holes framed by the Westerville Reservoir. That same scenery extends into the club's event spaces: the Drake Room and Club Room, on the main floor, look out over the golf course and the Pavilion, and can be booked separately or combined for groups of up to 150. For a larger gathering, the Pavilion overlooks the course's 10th hole and opens onto a veranda, suited to an evening event under the stars. Upstairs, the Barnhard Room, McCoy Room, and Morton Brand Room offer additional space reached by stairs or elevator, rounding out a set of rooms built to handle groups from small business breakfasts to weddings of 250 guests. The club's event team customizes menus, catering, and decor for weddings, showers, business meetings, and other celebrations, guiding hosts through planning from the first site visit to the event itself.

• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Event Spaces

Phenix Banquet Center is an event venue in Columbus, Ohio, set on over ten acres of private property that blends rustic nature with elegant decor. The venue's character — city living with a farm rustic flair — carries through four distinct indoor spaces and a rustic outdoor lawn, all just minutes from downtown Columbus, the airport, and major highways. Indoors, the Athena Ballroom hosts events for up to 250 guests, appointed with five chandeliers, an integrated stage, and a parquet wood dance floor. The Apollo Lounge accommodates up to 100 guests for more intimate gatherings and connects to an Edison-lit outdoor deck. Atlas Hall offers a budget-friendly alternative with a stage and dance area for up to 250 guests. Outside, the property features a spacious lawn surrounded by mature trees, a playground, and the largest horseshoe court in Central Ohio. Phenix Banquet Center hosts weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, concerts, comedy shows, seminars, and community celebrations.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

Brennan's Banquet Center is a full-service event facility located at 13000 Triskett Road in Cleveland, Ohio. Operated by Brennan's Catering — a family-owned company with more than 40 years of event planning experience — the center features four decorated banquet rooms accommodating groups of 50 to 500 guests, along with an outdoor park-like setting suited for photography. The venue serves a wide range of occasions, from corporate breakfasts and luncheons to formal dinners, theme parties, and wedding receptions. Brennan's professional staff handles event details from start to finish and can assist with referrals for entertainment, florists, and photographers. For weddings, complimentary offerings include a champagne toast, plate service for the bridal party, wedding cake cutting, and the use of wishing wells. Menu options range from casual selections to formal dinner entrées, available in buffet, family-style, and full-service formats, with bar service available for events.

• Spaces for 36-99 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Parks

Central Park Community Hall is a 5,700-square-foot gathering space situated within Green, Ohio's Central Park. The hall accommodates up to 99 guests inside and seats an additional 36 on a covered patio with umbrella tables, making it a practical choice for family reunions, private receptions, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations. The hall comes pre-set with 9 round tables and 3 rectangle tables, with additional bistro tables available upon request. A kitchen stocked with a refrigerator, freezer, microwave, and coffee maker supports events where outside catering or prepared food is brought in. Public Wi-Fi is available throughout. Reservations can be made up to one year in advance, with two rental time blocks offered: a morning-afternoon session (7 AM–2 PM) and an evening session (3–10 PM).

• Spaces for 225 Guests

Ivy Hills Country Club is a private country club and event venue located at 7711 Ivy Hills Blvd in Cincinnati, Ohio. Opened on July 4, 1992, the club was built on 150 acres of former farmland and gravel quarry in the southeastern part of the city, and its 34,000-square-foot clubhouse combines the tradition of a private club with a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. The clubhouse offers banquet facilities and conference rooms suitable for a range of private events, from intimate rehearsal dinners to full wedding receptions, business meetings, and memorial services. On-site amenities include a PGA-run golf shop, fitness center, locker rooms, three Har-Tru tennis courts, and an Olympic-size swimming pool. An outdoor garden ceremony site with panoramic views of the 18-hole championship golf course accommodates up to 200 guests, with white folding chairs and golf cart escort service provided.

• Spaces for 10-200 Guests
• 1 Rooftop
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Meeting Spaces

The Ohio State University Faculty Club has been a fixture of campus life since 1939, when it opened its permanent home at 181 South Oval Drive, between Mirror Lake and Orton Hall. The club describes itself as "a legendary campus tradition," offering an atmosphere of congeniality and casual elegance to Ohio State faculty, staff, alumni, and their guests. Beyond its role as a social hub for the university community, the club serves as a venue for private events and weddings, accommodating up to 200 guests across the Main Dining Room, Grand Ballroom, and three floors of the clubhouse. An outdoor patio overlooking Mirror Lake is available for ceremonies and cocktail hours. The club's in-house culinary and beverage team, along with a day-of event coordinator, supports weddings, receptions, and departmental gatherings, with linens, china, silverware, audiovisual equipment, and wi-fi included. The club also operates the Barrister Club at South Campus Gateway, a separate facility owned by the Moritz College of Law, which hosts law school programming as well as outside private events and meetings.