Top Newport Venues

• Spaces for 200-600 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Theater
• 1 Historic Space

The Woodward Theater is a historic Beaux-Arts music hall located at 1404 Main Street in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. Originally constructed in 1913 as a silent film house, the building closed during the Great Depression before returning to life after a comprehensive year-long renovation that included new HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, and a newly constructed stage. The theater reopened in 2014 as a full-service venue for live shows, film screenings, weddings, and private events. The hall accommodates gatherings from 60 to 600 guests, with seated arrangements for up to 200. Professional event staff support weddings, private parties, community events, and fundraisers. The theater is ADA compliant with accessible entry and bathrooms, and is situated within Over-the-Rhine, home to the largest continuous historical district of Italianate buildings in the world.

• Spaces for 40-400 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Total Spaces

Housed in a restored 1867 German Gothic church in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, The Transept is a historic event venue occupying the fully preserved building that once served as Old St. John's Church, the first German-American church in Cincinnati. The building retains its original architectural grandeur: 170-year-old high-beamed ceilings, Gothic chandeliers, stained glass windows, exposed brick, ornate windows, and a fully restored stage. Four distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings from intimate meetings to large-scale celebrations. The Assembly, the venue's largest space, seats 220 and stands 400 guests beneath soaring vaulted ceilings with a grand private entrance from Elm Street. Smaller spaces -- The Agreeing Room, The North Tap Room, and The Registrar -- host between 40 and 75 guests each in settings rich with vintage detail. Catering and bar services are provided in-house by DelightMore, the venue's hospitality operator.

• Spaces for 50-556 Guests
• 1 Theater
• 1 Event Space

Whether you're dreaming of an intimate gathering, a large-scale production, or a grand celebration, create your quintessential moment in one of Cincinnati's most elegant historical treasures. Our recently renovated facilities include: Two remarkable ballrooms with seated capacity of 208 The intimate and elegant Parkview Room overlooking Washington Park Our multi-purpose Studio space, perfect for business functions The pristine, 556-seat jewel box Anderson Theater.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Washington Park is an eight-acre urban park in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, welcoming more than 3 million visitors each year. Set at the heart of one of the city's most vibrant historic districts, the park offers a range of rental options for private gatherings, corporate events, weddings, and community celebrations of all sizes. The Sherwin-Williams Porch is a 2,926-square-foot covered outdoor space available for full or half porch rentals, with beverage service featuring local and national brands. The Penthaus OTR Event Center, situated atop The Strietmann Center, provides a large indoor event space and rooftop patio with 360-degree panoramic views of Over-the-Rhine, downtown Cincinnati, the West End, and Mt. Adams. Beyond the signature event spaces, the park grounds include a 12,000-square-foot dog park, a 7,000-square-foot interactive water feature, and an 18,000-square-foot children's playground. On-site parking is available in the underground garage directly beneath the park, and complimentary Wi-Fi is provided throughout the grounds.

• Spaces for 60-250 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 4 Historic Spaces
• 4 Breweries

Rhinegeist offers a unique and versatile venue that seamlessly caters to both weddings and other events. Nestled in downtown Cincinnati, our spaces boast a perfect blend of industrial charm and modern elegance, providing an unforgettable backdrop for any special occasion. Whether you’re envisioning a romantic wedding reception or planning a corporate event, Rhinegeist provides a distinctive setting that captivates guests. Rhinegeist ensures that every wedding and corporate gathering is executed with style, sophistication, and unforgettable character. Experience seamless events that leave a lasting impression at Rhinegeist!

• Spaces for 175-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Park

Devou Golf & Event Center sits within Devou Park in Covington, Kentucky, offering a 4,000-square-foot reception hall that opened in 2017 and overlooks the ninth green of the golf course. Designed by award-winning architectural firm Hub + Weber, the space draws on the natural landscape of the surrounding park -- home to more than 1,000 varieties of plants and flowers -- while honoring Devou Park's history. The venue accommodates up to 175 seated guests or up to 300 for a cocktail-style reception. A large great room can be divided into two sections for smaller gatherings, and a patio with exposed timber beams and chiseled stone columns extends the space outdoors. Inside, a gas fireplace and vaulted wood-beam ceilings add warmth to events ranging from wedding ceremonies and receptions to corporate meetings and birthday celebrations. The event center is available with fully customizable floor plans, and a complimentary event planning guide is available to help couples and hosts shape their event vision.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Garden
• 1 Tent

The Palomar Experience delivers the breathtaking elegance your special day deserves in an all-inclusive format. The limestone cathedral was built in 1884 but recently restored, bringing back to life the original gothic windows, black and white marble floors, and stained-glass double doors. For the first time this majestic venue is available for private events. In addition to the gravitas of the soaring main hall, the venue also includes a large, landscaped garden for outdoor ceremonies and cocktail hours, gated, private parking with valet, as well as The Annex, a large, two-story home perfect for getting ready or break out sessions for corporate events. All less than ten minutes from downtown Cincinnati, Eden Park, and Hyde Park.

• Spaces for 300-500 Guests
• 1 Ballroom

Given its unique ballroom and outstanding location on Dixie Highway in enchanting Park Hills, Kentucky, the Gardens of Park Hills is the perfect inviting setting for your day. Features of the Gardens of Park Hills: Wedding planning Event set-up and break-down Handicap accessible Linens and napkins included Tables and chairs included Convenient downtown location Ceremony and reception space Ample free parking

• Spaces for 733 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Historic Space

St. Francis de Sales Parish is a historic Catholic church in the East Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio, located at 1600 Madison Road. Founded in 1849 and operating in the Marianist tradition, the parish's French Gothic-style church has served the Cincinnati community for over 175 years. The church accommodates up to 733 guests for wedding ceremonies, with seating arranged across two sections flanking a center aisle. Saturday ceremonies are available and include three hours of event time, a professional sound system with microphones, access to the church piano and organ, and a dedicated wedding host or hostess who assists at both the rehearsal and the ceremony. Livestream capability is also available.

• Spaces for 12-225 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 4 Event Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

Located at 1330 Monmouth Avenue in Cincinnati's Camp Washington neighborhood, the American Sign Museum celebrates the innovation and ingenuity of signs throughout American culture. Its collection includes animated neon signs, among them the iconic Fergie Ferguson Car Wash sign, and hands-on programming through Neonworks, its working neon studio. The museum recently marked its 25th anniversary. Four versatile event venues accommodate private gatherings from intimate meetings to large celebrations of up to 350 guests. Every rental includes an onsite event coordinator, tables and chairs, a speaker system, 4,000-lumen projectors with large screens, wireless microphones, setup and teardown, and full access to the museum's exhibits throughout the event.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Historic Space

Carnegie Hall at Newport occupies a landmark 1898 building at 401 Monmouth Street in Newport, Kentucky, originally constructed as Campbell County's first public library with a grant from philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. The building's Italian Renaissance architecture features marble columns with Corinthian capitals, original carved woodwork, high ceilings with ornate trim, and elegant chandeliers throughout its 10,000 square feet across three floors. The venue accommodates up to 250 guests for cocktail-style events and up to 150 for seated dinners. The space includes an elegant foyer -- where the marble bar once served as the library's circulation desk -- the Grand Ballroom with a stage for live entertainment, personal suites, and an outdoor garden terrace. Operated by DelightMore, Carnegie Hall at Newport offers full-service event planning, in-house catering, and coordination services, and sits one block from Newport on the Levee, five minutes from downtown Cincinnati.

• Spaces for 25-223 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Theater
• 4 Total Spaces

Anderson Center Events provides a variety of event spaces across two locations in Anderson Township, Ohio. The Anderson Center at 7850 Five Mile Road features multiple indoor and outdoor settings - including the Atriums, Community Meeting Room, Large Conference Room, Lower Level Meeting Room, South Plaza, and Theater - while the Heritage Center Arboretum at 890 Eight Mile Road offers a restored historic farmhouse set within arboretum grounds. Spaces at the Anderson Center range from an intimate 25-guest conference room to a 223-seat theater equipped with state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems. The Heritage Center Arboretum accommodates up to 45 guests indoors and up to 150 outdoors under a tent. The full portfolio of venues supports weddings, receptions, corporate meetings, celebrations of life, birthdays, and more. All rentals include tables, chairs, staff setup, and a building attendant for the duration of the event. Additional amenities include rental linens in more than 50 colors, projectors, laptops, easels, and loading carts available at no extra charge. Anderson Township residents receive discounted rental rates.

• Spaces for 700 Guests
• 1 Convention Center
• 1 Venue with Activities

Turfway Park Racing & Gaming is a Churchill Downs Incorporated property located in Florence, Kentucky, 10 miles south of Cincinnati and seven minutes from the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. Set on the grounds of an active thoroughbred horse racing facility, the venue offers a distinctive backdrop for private events of all kinds -- from weddings and reunions to corporate banquets and conferences. The Event Center features 17,000 square feet of flexible meeting space with seating for up to 700 guests, full-service catering, variable lighting, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the racetrack. Outdoor trackside space is also available for events. Two on-site dining venues, Churchill's Bourbon & Brew and Serena's Pizzeria, support a range of food and beverage experiences. A dedicated events team guides groups through planning and booking.

• Spaces for 140-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Museums
• 2 Total Spaces

Newport Aquarium sits on the Ohio River in Newport, Kentucky, just minutes from downtown Cincinnati at Newport on the Levee. Opened in May 1999, the 100,000-square-foot facility is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is home to more than 20,000 animals across 70 exhibits and 14 galleries, including the world-first Shark Bridge, a 75-foot suspended rope walkway above a 385,000-gallon shark tank. Private events at Newport Aquarium draw on the living collection as a backdrop. The Riverside Room, a 6,000-square-foot contemporary space, accommodates up to 300 guests for seated dinners and receptions with views of the Cincinnati skyline and Ohio River. The Shark Ray Bay Theater seats up to 140 guests with a 16-by-20-foot shark tank framing ceremonies, dinners, and presentations. After public hours, the entire aquarium can be reserved for buyout events accommodating up to 1,500 guests. Event specialists work with groups to customize gatherings with dive shows, penguin encounters, and animal experiences. The venue hosts weddings, corporate meetings, galas, fundraisers, social celebrations, and proms.

Renaissance Cincinnati Downtown Hotel offers event spaces for your next celebration in Cincinnati, Ohio.

• Spaces for 350 Guests

Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront is a full-service hotel situated on the south bank of the Ohio River at 668 West 5th Street in Covington, Kentucky, with direct views across the water to the Cincinnati skyline. The 220-room circular high-rise also houses two on-site restaurants, including Eighteen, a top-floor revolving steakhouse, and an indoor pool with a retractable roof. The hotel offers more than 12,700 square feet of event space spread across multiple rooms, accommodating groups from intimate boardroom gatherings to receptions of up to 575 guests. The signature Bluegrass Ballroom spans 6,000 square feet and seats up to 575 for banquets, while the Commonwealth Room, Roebling Rooms, and three additional breakout spaces -- the Derby, Thoroughbred, and Keeneland Rooms -- accommodate smaller meetings and private dinners. In-house catering, audiovisual equipment, high-speed wireless internet, and an on-site team of event professionals are available for all functions. The hotel is wheelchair accessible and is located just off Interstate 71, minutes from downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky attractions.

• Spaces for 506 Guests

New Thought Unity Center occupies a historic building in Cincinnati's East Walnut Hills neighborhood, dedicated in November 1926 and rooted in a community tracing back to the late 1890s. Located at 1401 E. McMillan Street, roughly one mile from Interstate 71, the center offers a church setting with a spiritual atmosphere that is not tied to any specific religious tradition, making it a welcoming backdrop for weddings, memorial services, and private celebrations. The main Sanctuary seats up to 500 guests on the main level with an additional 100 seats in the balcony. The nearly 100-year-old space is noted for its excellent acoustics and natural light, with simple stained glass windows that photograph well. A Chapel is available for small, intimate ceremonies, and an outdoor Garden Gazebo provides an option for al fresco celebrations. An on-site wedding coordinator and sound booth operator are available for events. Dressing rooms for bridal parties are located on the lower level, and ample parking with staff-directed assistance is provided for guests.