Top Grove City Venues

• Spaces for 42-800 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 8 Museums
• 8 Total Spaces

COSI — the Center of Science and Industry — is a science museum in downtown Columbus, Ohio, housed in a building recognized for its award-winning architecture and panoramic views of the Columbus skyline and the Scioto River. Event spaces at COSI range from intimate to monumental, accommodating gatherings of 20 to 2,500 guests across a mix of indoor and outdoor settings. The three-story Atrium anchors the building at its center and suits everything from seated dinners to cocktail receptions and theater-style presentations. Galleries 1 and 2 are the largest indoor halls, offering private foyers, backstage green rooms, and built-in staging for conferences, galas, and wedding receptions of several hundred guests. South Point brings floor-to-ceiling windows and city skyline views to smaller, more intimate celebrations, while English Plaza — set against the preserved stone columns of the historic Central High School façade — opens the venue to the outdoors for large receptions and ceremonies with views of downtown and the river. Every rental includes tables, chairs, a built-in stage, screen and projector, and WiFi. The in-house catering team provides customizable menus with full bar service, and optional exhibit access lets guests explore the museum's interactive galleries. Wedding packages include weekday rehearsal time during museum hours, and Ohio's largest Planetarium is available for private shows.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Loft

Red Brick Occasions is a full-service event center in the Red Brick District of Downtown Columbus, Ohio. The venue is operated by A Catered Event, a Columbus-based full-service catering company. The space features exposed brick walls, hardwood floors, exposed ceilings, and soft lighting, giving it a contemporary urban-industrial character suited to a wide range of occasions. Accommodating up to 150 guests, Red Brick Occasions hosts weddings, receptions, corporate meetings, conferences, and private social gatherings, with integrated catering available through the venue's operating team.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 space at this venue

North Bank Park Pavilion sits on the banks of the Scioto River in downtown Columbus's Arena District, where its contemporary design frames views of the city skyline. Operated by the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, the pavilion pairs 1,820 square feet of air-conditioned and heated indoor space with a covered outdoor patio - welcoming up to 200 guests, 100 inside and 100 outside, during peak season from April through October, and 100 indoor guests from November through March. The open floor plan leaves plenty of room for personalized touches, and practical features support an event from setup to send-off: a kitchen with refrigerator, ice maker, and microwave; a changing room; a fireplace; restrooms; tables and chairs; and Wi-Fi. The facility is handicap accessible and available for rental Tuesday through Sunday, with bookings accepted up to one year in advance.

• Spaces for 100-350 Guests
• 3 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Meeting Space

The Grand Event Center is a full-service venue in Grandview Yard, a mixed-use district in Grandview Heights, Ohio known for tree-lined walkways and easy access to downtown Columbus, the Short North Arts District, and Ohio State University. The venue offers a blend of suburban ease and urban energy just steps from hotels, shops, restaurants, and craft breweries. At its center is the 3,960-square-foot Grandview Ballroom, filled with natural light and able to host wedding receptions for up to 350 guests. The venue also offers Ballroom A, Ballroom B, and the Scioto Room, along with a pre-function space and an outdoor courtyard patio with a fire pit, giving couples and event planners a range of room sizes for ceremonies, receptions, meetings, and conferences. The Grand Event Center provides full-service planning with a dedicated event planner and an executive chef who designs menus for buffet or seated service. Complimentary parking is available in an adjacent 500-space garage, and the venue is physically connected to the Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU, with the Hyatt Place Columbus OSU next door, allowing for coordinated hotel room blocks and overnight accommodations for guests.

• Spaces for 25-5,000 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 10 Landmarks
• 10 Total Spaces

A National Historic Landmark at the heart of downtown Columbus, the Ohio Statehouse anchors the 10-acre Capitol Square and has welcomed legislators and the public since 1857. Built largely of Columbus limestone in the Greek Revival style, the building is crowned by a 120-foot domed Rotunda with an inlaid marble floor and glass skylight - one of several distinctive settings available for weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, and non-profit events. Indoor spaces range from the 4,068-square-foot Atrium, where Greek columns rise to a glass-and-bronze ceiling beside a grand staircase inspired by the Paris Opera House, to intimate antique-furnished rooms such as the State Room and the Ladies' Gallery. The limestone-walled Museum Gallery and the Rotunda host seated dinners and receptions for up to several hundred guests, while the exterior plazas accommodate outdoor gatherings of as many as 5,000. Events are supported by a list of nine approved caterers, rentable event equipment, and coordination through the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board's special events team. Wedding packages include rehearsal time, setup and teardown, furniture, sound and A/V equipment, security, and coordinator services.

• Spaces for 99-299 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space
• 3 Parks

Bank Run Metro Park is a one-of-a-kind event destination set on 166 stunning acres along Big Walnut Creek in Lockbourne, Ohio — a landscape that has been thoughtfully reimagined by Metro Parks into the most ambitious event venue in Central Ohio. Purpose-built for celebrations of every scale, this extraordinary property can welcome more than 10,000 guests across its collection of indoor and outdoor spaces, making it equally at home hosting intimate corporate dinners and sweeping outdoor festivals. The River Rock Lodge is a climate-controlled jewel seating up to 99 guests for receptions, dinners, and meetings, outfitted with a warming kitchen, WiFi, and an HDMI-ready television. A second indoor lodge matches that capacity with its own warming kitchen. Outside, the spectacular Grand Shelter — a soaring, post-free structure spanning 80 by 80 feet — hosts nearly 300 guests and is designed for large-scale receptions and landmark events. The ADA-accessible Flagstone Shelter brings together charcoal grills, full electrical service, and outdoor lighting to comfortably seat 120 guests, while a dedicated outdoor stage with full power hookups stands ready for concerts and live performances of any scale. From corporate gatherings to weddings to regional festivals, Bank Run Metro Park delivers a setting that is genuinely hard to match anywhere in the Columbus area.

• Spaces for 325 Guests

The Athletic Club of Columbus, established in 1912, is a landmark private club in the heart of downtown Columbus. Offering nine dedicated event spaces, the club accommodates a wide range of occasions — from private business breakfasts and multimedia-equipped conferences to social celebrations and wedding receptions for up to 350 guests. The club's event team works directly with clients on room setup, dining, and audio visual requirements. For weddings, staff collaborates closely with couples on ceremony, reception, and dining details to bring each vision to life. Steeped in over a century of tradition, The Athletic Club of Columbus pairs its historic setting with modern amenities and a refined approach to hospitality — making it a distinctive choice for events in the heart of the city.

• Spaces for 70-300 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Set in Columbus's Arena District, Sonesta Columbus Downtown is a full-service hotel offering more than 17,000 square feet of configurable meeting and event space across multiple rooms. The venue's four primary event spaces range from the spacious Muirfield Ballroom — which seats up to 200 and accommodates 300 for cocktail receptions — to the intimate Heritage Room, suited to smaller gatherings of up to 70. Dedicated on-site meeting planners support events from initial planning through execution, and the hotel's culinary team handles catering for all social gatherings. The property sits two blocks from Nationwide Arena and within walking distance of the Greater Columbus Convention Center, offering convenient access for attendees and out-of-town guests. Exclusive Loft suites featuring soaring ceilings, authentic brick walls, and custom hardwood finishes provide distinctive accommodations for speakers or guests looking for something beyond a standard hotel room.

• Spaces for 50-980 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Ballroom
• 7 Total Spaces

The Ohio Union sits at the heart of The Ohio State University's Columbus campus, a student union along North High Street that ranks among the largest meeting venues in the city. Across 85,000 square feet of flexible space, its 34 rooms host everything from corporate meetings, conferences, and breakout sessions to fundraising galas and large celebrations. The centerpiece is the Archie M. Griffin Grand Ballroom, one of the largest ballrooms in Central Ohio at 17,276 square feet, with floor-to-ceiling windows, Swarovski crystal chandeliers, and theater seating for up to 1,700 guests. The Performance Hall, the building's second-largest space, pairs high ceilings and a built-in stage with an east wall that opens onto Potter Plaza for outdoor cocktail receptions and smaller gatherings. Room rentals include high-speed wireless internet and built-in audio-visual resources, and on-site catering is provided by Student Life University Catering. The building also houses four dining locations, including Woody's Tavern, and offers parking for up to 1,200 guests.

• Spaces for 120-350 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center is Ohio State University's only on-campus hotel, located at the heart of the Fisher College of Business campus in Columbus. Since opening in June 2002, the full-service property has offered modern accommodations alongside more than 20,000 square feet of meeting and event space. For weddings and large celebrations, the Grand Ballroom spans 3,900 square feet and accommodates up to 300 guests for receptions; the space divides into two sections for ceremonies of up to 250. Adjacent to the hotel, the Daley Family Pavilion and Terrace provide more than 13,000 square feet of year-round entertaining space — including a 3,200-square-foot enclosed pavilion and an open-air terrace that fits up to 200 guests for ceremonies. A dedicated wedding coordinator and in-house culinary team led by Executive Chef Ernesto Padilla manage planning and custom menu creation from booking through event day. Hotel room blocks are available for out-of-town guests, and valet and self-parking options serve evening events.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Big Darby's Ravine is a rustic country wedding and event venue in northern Pickaway County, Ohio, south of Grove City and within 30 minutes of downtown Columbus. Formerly known as El Darby Ranch, the property sits on a landscape of woods, meadows, and waterfront along Big Darby Creek — giving it a secluded, natural character well suited to celebrations that call for something outside the city. The venue features two indoor entertainment rooms anchored by a massive brick and stone fireplace, a full bar and kitchen, and a variety of outdoor gathering areas. A covered patio provides shaded seating for guests, an open patio overlooks the pond, and a waterfront pergola serves as a dedicated ceremony space at the water's edge. Big Darby's Ravine hosts weddings, birthday celebrations, holiday parties, graduations, bridal and baby showers, social events, and corporate meetings. Venue tours are available by appointment, and the property is currently accepting reservations for 2026 and 2027.

• Spaces for 100-500 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Total Spaces

The Fawcett Center sits on the perimeter of the Ohio State University campus in Columbus, a modernist brick facility named in honor of Novice G. Fawcett, Ohio State's president from 1956 to 1972. Conceived as a multi-purpose facility to support academic, administrative, and community functions, it opened in the early 1970s and has since grown into one of the university's central gathering places for conferences, weddings, and social occasions. Its proximity to Ohio Stadium and the university's athletic facilities also makes it a convenient setting for sports-related events, press conferences, and receptions. The center offers a range of event spaces suited to different kinds of gatherings, from the fixed, tiered Conference Theater that seats up to 496 guests for keynote sessions and lectures, to the Ballroom, the center's largest and most versatile room, which accommodates up to 300 guests for weddings, conferences, and banquets and opens directly onto a private outdoor patio and lawn. The mid-sized Clinton Room, seating up to 100, suits workshops, presentations, and executive meetings, while the Club Room's built-in bar and exposed brick make it a favored spot for cocktail hours and intimate receptions. All catering at The Fawcett Center is handled in-house by its own culinary team, led by an Executive Chef, and complimentary parking is included with facility rentals.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

The Berwick is a family-owned banquet and catering venue in Columbus, Ohio, with roots going back to 1955, when Tony and Maria Susi opened "The Berwick Seafood Manor" in Bexley. By 1964 the business had grown enough to move to its current location on Refugee Road, where an 11,500-square-foot facility now houses six banquet rooms, a dining room, and a lounge — the same space three generations of the Susi family have operated ever since. The venue accommodates private events from 10 to 400 guests, with room rental built into per-person menu pricing along with all standard linens, china, flatware, glassware, and professional staff for setup, service, and cleanup. The kitchen handles all food and beverage in-house, drawing on decades of Italian family recipes and custom menu creation. On-site wedding ceremonies are available, and the team works directly with each couple from menu selection through the last dance.

• Spaces for 112-225 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

Jeffrey Mansion is a stunning historic estate in Bexley, Ohio that brings genuine architectural splendor to every celebration it hosts. Set within the beautifully landscaped Jeffrey Estate — just steps from the serene Jeffrey Park — the mansion welcomes up to 175 guests across two remarkably distinct event spaces, each with its own character and charm. The Jeffrey House, the original heart of the estate, offers two airy, window-lined rooms overlooking a gorgeous back meadow, and comes with access to an upper garden terrace perfectly suited for outdoor ceremonies. The Carriage Court is a breathtaking newer addition featuring soaring wood beams, historic brick, and a grand skylight that floods the space with natural light — plus a signature built-in copper-topped bar and a bistro-lit paver patio that overlooks the park's wooded tree line, ideal for cocktail hours. With its rare combination of historic architecture, manicured grounds, and thoughtfully designed indoor-outdoor flow, Jeffrey Mansion delivers the kind of setting that makes weddings, galas, and private celebrations genuinely unforgettable.

• 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 75-420 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 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 20-300 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space
• 4 Total Spaces

Whetstone Park of Roses is a public rose garden in Columbus, home to more than 11,000 roses across 350-plus varieties, making it one of the largest public rose gardens in the country. The park's Whetstone Shelterhouse, a 2,926-square-foot indoor space built in 1953, accommodates up to 175 guests and includes a kitchenette, two fireplaces, patio access, and heat and air conditioning, along with tables and chairs provided. For outdoor ceremonies, the Park of Roses offers three designated wedding sites: a fountain backdrop, a wedding trellis, and a brick gazebo, each set among the rose gardens and available as an add-on to a shelterhouse rental. Capacities range from 50 guests at the more intimate fountain and trellis sites up to 300 guests at the brick gazebo, where bleacher seating accommodates larger groups. Wedding sites are available April through October, and the shelterhouse is handicap accessible with a changing room and restrooms on site, making it a full-service setting for both ceremonies and receptions surrounded by the rose garden's blooms.

• Spaces for 180 Guests

The Clintonville Woman's Club is a historic event venue in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1939. The clubhouse is perched atop Adena Brook Ravine and sits adjacent to Whetstone Park of Roses, giving the property a distinctly natural backdrop in one of Columbus's established neighborhoods. The main gathering space is a multi-level ballroom with hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, and exposed wood beams — a setting well-suited for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, showers, bar and bat mitzvahs, and corporate functions. A shaded outdoor garden provides a quieter option for intimate ceremonies, while a private dining room and two additional meeting rooms round out the space for smaller gatherings and breakout use. An in-house chef provides customized menus spanning breakfast through dinner, with food served on bone china. On-site private parking is available for all events.

• Spaces for 600 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Marriott Columbus Northwest is a full-service hotel and event venue in Dublin, Ohio's Blazer Parkway Research District. Following a comprehensive renovation, the property features a sophisticated, contemporary design and offers 19 configurable meeting and event spaces across up to 14,000 square feet of refreshed space — making it one of the more versatile hotel event destinations in the Columbus area. The Dublin Ballroom anchors the hotel's event offerings, spanning approximately 6,500 square feet and accommodating more than 600 guests for receptions and seated dinners. Smaller meeting rooms and boardrooms extend the range of gathering sizes, from intimate executive dinners to large-scale wedding receptions and corporate events. Full-service catering and in-house audiovisual technology are available for all events. The hotel's Two Brother Bar & Kitchen draws on locally and regionally sourced ingredients for every meal period, and the Marriott Greatroom lobby features a Starbucks coffee bar. Eligible guests can also access the M Club Lounge, a premium Marriott amenity providing complimentary refreshments and workspace.