Top Ohio Holiday Party Event Spaces

• Spaces for 12-11,200 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

The Ervin J. Nutter Center is a 260,000-square-foot multipurpose arena at Wright State University in the Dayton, Ohio area, at the intersection of I-75 and I-70. Since its first event in December 1990, it has hosted concerts, collegiate and professional sports, ice shows, circuses, and private events, welcoming touring acts such as KISS, Cirque du Soleil, Elton John, Carrie Underwood, and the Eagles alongside Wright State's basketball and volleyball teams. Beyond the main arena, which reconfigures for crowds of roughly 2,000 to 11,200 depending on the event setup, the venue offers several dedicated spaces for private events. The Berry Room is a flexible banquet and conference facility that can be divided into up to three rooms and is a popular choice for wedding receptions, while McLin Gym converts into a large-scale banquet hall for receptions, conferences, and trade shows. Eighteen luxury suites on the concourse level provide a more intimate setting for entertaining clients or small groups during games and concerts. Exclusive on-site catering is provided by Chartwells and SAVOR, and event spaces come equipped with amenities such as a portable dance floor, audio/visual equipment, and WiFi. Free, accessible parking is available in the lot adjacent to the Berry Room.

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Country Clubs

Roses Run Country Club is a Tudor-style clubhouse and 18-hole public golf facility set in quiet, natural surroundings along the scenic Cuyahoga River in Stow, Ohio. The property's rustic character and pastoral setting make it a distinctive choice for weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations in Northeast Ohio. Three banquet rooms — the Derby, the Belmont, and the Preakness — give event planners flexibility across a range of group sizes. The Derby Room is the largest, accommodating up to 300 guests beneath a vaulted ceiling, with a dance floor and many windows looking out over the golf course. The Belmont and Preakness Rooms each hold up to 150 guests individually and can be reserved together for larger events. The full facility accommodates up to 700 guests. Professional event planners are on hand to coordinate each event, and valet parking is available.

• Spaces for 25-300 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Gardens

Unity Spiritual Center is a spiritual community in Westlake, Ohio, welcoming people of all faiths — and no faith — for weddings, memorials, christenings, and other life celebrations. The center's six-acre campus offers both indoor and outdoor settings, giving couples and families a range of options depending on the size and feel of their event. For ceremonies, the indoor chapel overlooks a meditation garden and offers intimate seating for up to 25 guests, while Unity Hall provides theater-style seating for up to 300 guests in a tranquil setting. Outdoors, the meditation garden suits small, intimate ceremonies of up to 35 guests, and the surrounding lawn and gardens can accommodate larger gatherings, with the option to move indoors if weather requires it. The center's own wedding officiants are available to create personalized, spiritual ceremonies, and couples may also bring in an outside minister. A large on-site parking lot and a dedicated bridal room for pre-ceremony preparation round out the facilities.

• Spaces for 30-600 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Located in downtown Cincinnati along the scenic Ohio River, The Westin Cincinnati blends modern comfort with refined style. The hotel features contemporary guest rooms, wellness-focused amenities, and versatile event spaces suited for weddings, meetings, and social gatherings. With its central location near museums, theaters, and the riverfront, The Westin Cincinnati offers convenience and elevated hospitality. Its elegant ballrooms and well-appointed meeting rooms provide adaptable settings for both intimate celebrations and large-scale events.

• Spaces for 132 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Park

The Rookery is a 594-acre Geauga Park District preserve in Munson Township, set within a former glacial lakebed of open marshes, swamp forest, and abandoned river oxbows along the Chagrin River. The park is also home to one of Geauga County's nesting colonies of Great Blue Heron, along with beech-maple and red-maple forests that shelter Wood Thrush, Veery, and a native population of endangered Ohio brook trout. At the center of the park, the Great Blue Heron Lodge offers a reservable indoor gathering space for up to 132 guests, furnished with twelve picnic tables and four serving tables. The lodge features a wood-burning fireplace, electrical outlets, and seasonal heat for cooler-weather reservations, making it suited to everything from family celebrations to community gatherings. Outside, guests have access to a charcoal grill, with restrooms located in a separate building nearby. Two trails wind through the property — the paved Woodcock Trail and the gravel Interurban Trail, tracing a former rail line — offering scenic surroundings for guests to explore before or after an event at the lodge.

• Spaces for 225 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Resort

Wood's Tall Timber Resort spans 157 acres in New Philadelphia, Ohio, built around a 7-acre lake that serves as the property's focal point. The resort combines RV sites, cabins, cottages, and houses with a full slate of recreation — ziplining, a swimming beach, putt-putt and par-3 golf, paddle boats, fishing, and playground facilities — giving guests and their event parties plenty to do beyond the day's celebration. For weddings and private events, the resort's Lakehouse Lodge offers a modern take on a rustic lodge setting, with room for up to 225 seated guests and multiple ceremony site options, including a golf course ceremony location. The Lodge includes a finished bar, industrial kitchen, dance floor with a designated DJ area, a fireplace, and a wrap-around porch, and comes with complimentary day-of coordinating. Couples and hosts are free to bring in their own vendors, and cabin or house rentals are available at special rates for wedding guests staying on site. The resort also offers six pavilions with grills for outdoor gatherings, making it suited to everything from receptions and reunions to birthday parties and corporate events.

• Spaces for 50-1,200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Total Spaces

Cherry Valley Hotel & Events is a garden-inspired resort destination set between Newark and Granville in central Ohio, roughly an hour east of Columbus. The property encompasses sprawling grounds woven with botanical gardens, waterfalls, and courtyard water features that give it a distinctly resort-like character. More than 50,000 square feet of event space spans 13 distinct venues, ranging from intimate rooms for 50 guests to the vast Ohio Event Center, which transforms for gatherings of up to 1,200. The Woodhull Ballroom and River Birch Ballroom anchor the hotel's wedding and reception offerings — together accommodating up to 500 guests beneath pendant lights and coffered ceilings. The Library, a 1,015-square-foot room with book-lined walls, a fireplace, and a deer antler chandelier, suits rehearsal dinners and more intimate celebrations. An outdoor gazebo framed by tranquil water features provides a ceremony setting for gatherings of up to 50. Three on-site dining concepts — Craftsman Kitchen & Terrace, The CK Pub, and Granville Pantry — and 200 oversized guest rooms make Cherry Valley Hotel a self-contained destination for multi-day celebrations and corporate retreats.

• Spaces for 16-395 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Landmarks
• 4 Total Spaces

Stuart's Opera House is a historic theater and community arts center at 52 Public Square in Nelsonville, Ohio. Built in 1879 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the venue has been restored and expanded to serve as a regional hub for the arts in Southeastern Ohio, hosting more than 75 events each year — from live music and theater to film, dance, and private celebrations. The venue's renovated Grand Lobby was expanded to triple its original footprint and features hardwood oak floors, coffered acoustic tin ceilings, mahogany entry doors, and a custom bar crafted from salvaged local materials. It accommodates up to 186 guests for banquets and receptions. The historic Opera House seats up to 395 across its original floor seats, box seats, and balcony, making it a distinctive choice for ceremonies, concerts, and large gatherings. Stuart's also offers 30 Public @ Stuart's, a flexible multi-purpose room at 30 Public Square with exposed brick walls and hardwood floors, accommodating up to 115 guests for meetings and smaller events. An on-site catering kitchen is accessible to all rental spaces. The venue is wheelchair accessible, with elevator service to the main theater floor and accessible entrances at both the main lobby and 30 Public Square.

• Spaces for 70-240 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space

Dino's Catering at Manakiki brings together a Cleveland-area family catering legacy with the historic setting of Manakiki Golf Course in Willoughby, Ohio. The Tibaldi family has operated Dino's Restaurants in the region for nearly 60 years, establishing its catering division in the early 1980s to serve larger gatherings. In 2014, Dino's became the exclusive caterer at Manakiki, pairing that culinary heritage with the grandeur of the historic Hanna Mansion and its golf course surroundings. The venue offers several distinct event spaces suited to gatherings of varying sizes. The Manakiki Ballroom features hardwood flooring and large windows on both sides, with an adjacent foyer and a walkout terrace overlooking the golf course. The Hanna Grill showcases stone floors, rich wood-paneled walls, and a built-in bar with access to the covered courtyard. The Hanna Room accommodates smaller gatherings of up to 70 guests with covered courtyard access. Outdoors, The Grove provides a secluded ceremony setting among the trees, available standalone or paired with a reception. Dino's at Manakiki hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers, corporate meetings, seminars, golf outings, proms, and retirement parties, with staff available to guide planning from start to event day.

• Spaces for 225 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Tailgate Club is an Ohio State-themed event center in Heath, Ohio, just outside of Columbus, comfortably fitting up to 225 guests for birthday parties, graduations, wedding receptions, retirement parties, corporate events, and football watch parties. The space includes comfortable seating, retro booths, and bar seating, with a hardwood floor refinished by the venue's owners as part of the original renovation. Rental includes tables, chairs, parking, and Wi-Fi, with no hidden service charges. Hosts are free to bring their own caterers or vendors and can dress the space up or down with their own decorations, or lean into the venue's existing Ohio State decor for a built-in party theme. The Tailgate Club is owned by Phil and Lee Manogg, longtime residents of the Heath and Newark area who purchased and renovated the building themselves.

• Spaces for 225-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Country Club

Located in Hilliard, Ohio, Heritage Golf Club features rolling greens, tree-lined fairways, and a graceful clubhouse with timeless architecture. The venue offers elegant ballrooms, terraces, and personalized catering for events large or intimate. Guests enjoy a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere that perfectly complements weddings, private dinners, and corporate functions.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Simon Kenton Inn is a historic inn and event venue set on Urbana Road in Springfield, Ohio, offering weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and private events alongside fine dining and on-site overnight accommodations. Kenton Hall, a climate-controlled pavilion on the property, serves as the primary event space and accommodates up to 300 guests, with in-house catering included in the event package. The property pairs event hosting with a full inn experience: the Historic Inn, the Barn on the Hill, and luxury treehouses provide lodging for wedding parties and guests, while a fully stocked pub and outdoor fire pits extend the gathering space well into the evening. Ample parking and Wi-Fi are available on-site.

• Spaces for 100-700 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Waterfront

Located in Powell, Ohio, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium offers a distinctive setting for weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, and social celebrations. The property features a variety of indoor and outdoor venues surrounded by landscaped grounds, animal habitats, and immersive attractions, creating memorable backdrops for dinners, receptions, and group experiences. Flexible event spaces accommodate intimate gatherings and large-scale occasions, while customizable catering and optional animal encounters add a unique dimension. Combining natural surroundings, engaging entertainment, and versatile venues, the Columbus Zoo creates events guests will remember.

• Spaces for 100-500 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces
• 4 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

Toledo Botanical Garden is a 60-acre botanical museum in Toledo, Ohio, now part of the Metroparks Toledo system, blending display gardens, plant collections, art installations, and a two-acre urban farm. Its tree and shrub collections hold Level II Accreditation from the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program, awarded in March 2025. The garden's grounds include the Artisan Village, home to the region's largest public sculpture collection, and the Doneghy Inclusive Garden, an accessible sensory garden of sights, sounds, tastes, and textures. The Secret Forest offers a nature-focused children's playscape, and the garden hosts recurring programming such as the Crosby Festival of the Arts and the Jazz in the Garden summer concert series. For weddings and ceremonies, the garden offers several outdoor sites within its cultivated landscape, including the Grand Allée's rows of Silver Linden trees, a pond-side gazebo tucked into the woodland garden, and a modern steel sculpture backdrop at the Small Park with Arches — each suited to garden-set ceremonies of varying scale.

• Spaces for 75-420 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Total Spaces

The Makoy is a longstanding event venue in Hilliard, Ohio, just west of downtown Columbus near Interstate 270. Operating for more than 30 years and host to over 7,000 events, the venue has become a central Ohio staple for weddings, corporate gatherings, and celebrations of all kinds. Three indoor banquet halls anchor the property: the 9,000-square-foot Emerald Room, a grand ballroom-style space for up to 300 guests; the 7,000-square-foot Burgundy Room, featuring French Art Deco styling for medium-sized gatherings of up to 180; and the more intimate 2,400-square-foot Mezzanine, suited to smaller gatherings of up to 75. Outdoors, the Wedding Garden offers a landscaped setting for ceremonies, complete with a customizable arbor and an indoor weather backup option. The Makoy's in-house catering, led by an award-winning executive chef, along with day-of coordination and full event-planning support, rounds out the experience. The venue has earned recognition including The Knot Hall of Fame designation, a WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award, and Best of Zola honors.

• Spaces for 30-14 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Venue with Activities

Riley Bros is an arcade venue that has all thats needed to ensure you and your guests have a fun time. Our space can comfortably accomodate up to 30 people. There are four folding tables and 26 folding chairs. There is additional seating in the gaming area, 3 gaming chairs and 6 chairs for spectators. There are also 3 stools for the arcade machines. Our space offers foosball, air hockey, 2 player basketball, gaming consoles, 2 tvs and more.

• Spaces for 36-99 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Outdoor
• 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 100-300 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Ballroom

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 2,500 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Outdoor

The Cuyahoga County Fair has gathered Greater Clevelanders in Berea, Ohio since 1893, when it began as the West Cuyahoga County Fair. The fair has been held nearly every year since, pausing only during the depths of the Depression and World War II, and has grown from an original 60 acres to the 117-acre fairgrounds it occupies today. An early advertising promise to "bring together the best of everything" still shapes the event, which blends its agricultural roots with modern midway entertainment, live music, fireworks, and grandstand shows. Beyond fair week, the grounds function as a year-round venue for private and community events. With 50,000 square feet of indoor exhibit space spread across buildings like the Olde Barn Pavilion, the Multi-Purpose Building, and the Museum Building, plus outdoor areas such as the North and South Quadrangles and a Gazebo, the fairgrounds can accommodate gatherings ranging from small family occasions to large-scale events. Parking for up to 7,500 vehicles and a location within a mile of Interstate 71 make the site easy to reach for guests coming from across Northeast Ohio.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Total Spaces

Columbus Grand Hotel & Banquet Center brings together three dedicated banquet rooms and more than 8,000 square feet of flexible event space in Columbus, Ohio. The venue accommodates a wide range of celebrations — including weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, reunions, and corporate events — and allows guests to arrange their own catering. The Capital Room provides 2,640 square feet of carpeted space with a food prep area for groups of up to 200. The Ballroom spans 3,200 square feet with a private entrance, bar-style serving area, and built-in stage and dance floor, also accommodating up to 200 guests. The Club House, a self-contained facility on the hotel grounds, offers 2,200 square feet with 15-foot ceilings, its own stage and dance floor, dedicated restrooms, and room for up to 150 guests.