Top Upper Arlington Venues

• 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

• 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 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 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 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 20-450 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Meeting Spaces

The Levee Event Center sits just west of downtown Columbus in Franklinton, near the city's original settlement along the Scioto River, and takes its name from the levees built in the early 1900s to protect the city from flooding. The facility hosts weddings, corporate meetings, seminars, holiday celebrations, and graduation parties across four rental spaces: the Event Center, Main Hall, and two meeting rooms, ranging from intimate gatherings to larger receptions. The venue is operated by L.A. Catering, a division of LifeCare Alliance, a Columbus community organization founded in 1898. Every dollar of profit is reinvested into LifeCare Alliance's programs supporting older adults, medically challenged, and disabled individuals in Central Ohio, making each event booked here a contribution to that mission. Rental spaces come equipped with a large projection screen, wireless internet, a surround sound system, wireless microphones, breakout rooms, and staging risers, along with free on-site parking and easy access to major freeways.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Ballroom

The Grand Ballroom at J.Liu occupies the second floor of J. Liu Restaurant & Bar's Worthington building on North High Street, a landmark topped with a twelve-foot pineapple. The ballroom features an arched ceiling rising from 12 to 20 feet and spans roughly 3,168 square feet, accommodating up to 250 seated guests for wedding receptions, ceremonies, and other celebrations. An upper terrace opens off the ballroom, giving guests a spot to step outside during a reception. The room hosts everything from formal and intimate weddings to larger themed receptions and casual affairs, with an events team that works with couples to plan floor layouts and menus for the day. Parking is available on all sides of the building, including additional spaces at the neighboring PNC Bank lot that open up in the evenings and on weekends.

• Spaces for 280 Guests

Vue Columbus is a modern, all-inclusive event venue in Columbus's historic Brewery District, built for weddings, corporate meetings, conferences, and social celebrations. The venue accommodates up to 200 guests for a combined ceremony and reception, up to 250 for a reception only, and up to 150 for an outdoor ceremony, with meeting spaces that flex from small teams of 5 up to conferences of 250 attendees. The venue's spaces include the 4,000-square-foot Main Space, an open, naturally lit room with state-of-the-art AV technology; The Flip Side, a 2,000-square-foot adaptable room suited to social events, wedding receptions, or business meetings; and the Green Room, a more intimate space for smaller gatherings such as workshops or cozy wedding ceremonies. A patio with large glass panels and a courtyard offer outdoor space for cocktails and photos, with downtown skyline views. Vue Columbus's packages are built around in-house catering from its own kitchen team, Gourmet Fresh, along with bar service, florals, DJ, and décor bundled into a single planning process. The venue also offers complimentary parking for 65 vehicles directly behind the building and was recognized with The Knot's Best of 2024 award.

• 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 60-300 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 3 Meeting Spaces
• 1 Venue with Activities

Nestled in Columbus, Ohio, Camp Mary Orton is a historic camp and event venue operated by The Godman Guild Association. The centerpiece is the 5,000-square-foot Lodge, constructed in 1938, featuring original hardwood floors, high-beamed ceilings, and a 14-foot-wide stone fireplace. The climate-controlled Lodge accommodates up to 250 guests across two connected large rooms, an industrial kitchen, and an outdoor terrace overlooking the grounds — making it a sought-after setting for weddings, receptions, corporate events, and private celebrations. Beyond the Lodge, the property offers the Huntington Room for groups up to 125, equipped with A/V equipment, a sound system, a loft conference space, and an indoor climbing wall for team-building programs. A separate conference room handles smaller gatherings of up to 60. On-site catering is available through Blue Bow Tie Catering, and the expansive wooded grounds include hiking trails, basketball and volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, a challenge course, and a seasonal pool.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

Brio Italian Grille at Polaris Fashion Place brings Tuscan-inspired Italian dining to Columbus, Ohio, serving authentic northern Italian cuisine in a warm, inviting setting designed for both everyday dining and private celebrations. The menu showcases premium steaks, chops, seafood, handmade pasta, and flatbreads prepared in a traditional wood-burning oven, complemented by Italian wines and craft cocktails. The restaurant offers private and semi-private event spaces suited for a range of occasions — from rehearsal dinners and bridal showers to corporate lunches and milestone celebrations. Brio's events team works with each group to develop customizable menus, ensuring that every gathering reflects the occasion.