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  Wetherington Golf and Country Club

  7337 Country Club Ln, West Chester Township, OH 45069, USA

  • Spaces for 215-250 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Country Club

  Wetherington Golf and Country Club is a member-owned private country club set on 450 acres of rolling farmland and forest in West Chester, Ohio. Established in 1991 and opened for play in 1992, the club features a championship 18-hole golf course designed by Arthur Hills -- recipient of the Architect of the Year honor in 2002 -- with five serene lakes, deep ravines, and wooded hillsides woven throughout the layout. The 20,000-square-foot main clubhouse, added in 1994, houses locker rooms, a pro shop, dining venues, and banquet facilities capable of accommodating receptions of up to 215 guests. A dedicated events team coordinates weddings and private events with all-day venue access and no competing bookings, supported by an Executive Chef overseeing all on-site catering. Beyond events, the club offers a full suite of member amenities including a swimming pool, racquet sports facilities, and year-round social programming -- from wine tastings and live music to seasonal holiday brunches -- making it a gathering place for the broader West Chester community.

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  Lake Forest Country Club

  100 Lake Forest Dr, Hudson, OH 44236, USA

  Events that are genuinely inspirational are held at Lake Forest Country Club every year. These are the experiences that give rise to enduring memories. Whether we are hosting a wedding, a golf trip, or a business conference, our staff is dedicated to making each occasion precisely what you had in mind. Select Lake Forest as the location of your upcoming special event to have a memorable experience. The huge banquet hall inside the clubhouse overlooking the lake, the Formal Dining Room with its beautiful yet cozy ambience, and the Living Room, ideal for informal social gatherings of friends are just a few of the outstanding clubhouse amenities at Lake Forest Country Club. The Board Room is the ideal location for a presentation or working lunch if you're organizing a business gathering. When arranging an event, it's the little things—the details—that seem to make an impression. Each event's preparation and coordination are assisted by the event staff, who make sure that no detail is missed. Our chef will design a special cuisine that satisfies your needs while tantalizing the taste buds.

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  Mill Creek MetroParks - Fellows Riverside Gardens

  123 McKinley Ave, Youngstown, OH 44509, USA

  • Spaces for 220 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Garden
  • 1 Park

  Fellows Riverside Gardens is a 12-acre public display garden at the northern end of Mill Creek Park, overlooking Lake Glacier in Youngstown, Ohio. The garden was created from a bequest by Elizabeth Fellows to build a free public garden for all to enjoy, with a landscape designed by architect John L. Paolano and first planted in 1963. Today the gardens draw more than 400,000 visitors a year and include the D.D. and Velma Davis Education & Visitor Center. Described as the only botanical garden wedding venue in the valley, Fellows Riverside Gardens offers couples a choice of outdoor ceremony sites: the Victorian-style Gazebo, with its green roof and white thatched wood paneling, or the Kidston Pavilion, with white-washed columns and an aisle lined in blossoming roses. For receptions, the Daniel L. Rossi Auditorium provides an indoor space with a floor-to-ceiling window wall overlooking the park, along with access to a terrace and a private white garden. Mill Creek MetroParks' venues are set within the surrounding gardens and parkland, giving couples an elegant, botanical backdrop for ceremonies, receptions, and other private events.

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  Hines Hill Campus

  1403 W Hines Hill Rd, Peninsula, OH 44264, USA

  • Spaces for 12-150 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Barn
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Hines Hill Campus is an extraordinary setting for weddings and celebrations, a private campus nestled within Cuyahoga Valley National Park where wooded acres, rolling meadows, and peaceful ponds wrap every event in natural beauty. The property's history is part of its unmistakable appeal: the grounds date to 1904, when the Jaite family built a summer estate in the valley, and the original barn and stone chicken coop from that era live on as the Hines Hill Conference Center and the architecturally unique Stone Cottage. A seasonal tent rounds out three distinct spaces that together welcome celebrations from an intimate gathering of 12 to a full reception of 150 guests — ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and elopements among them. Every booking at Hines Hill also directly supports the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park, helping sustain trails, volunteers, and outdoor education and making each celebration part of a larger legacy in one of Ohio's most cherished natural landscapes.

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  Hilton Cleveland Downtown

  100 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA

  • Spaces for 2,300 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  The Cleveland Huntington Convention Center's additional 1,000,000 square feet of space is seamlessly connected to our spacious ballroom, which can accommodate 2,300 guests. Look to our selection of meeting rooms, which feature built-in technology for video conferencing, for smaller gatherings. Immediately book 10 to 25 hotel rooms for your group. Later, your visitors can pay for their rooms. Enter the details of your event to see what we can provide. Create a free custom page and provide your visitors with the URL so they can make reservations. Our wedding locations have floor to ceiling windows that look out over Lake Erie. Our packages include amenities like table decorations, a dance floor with staging, and special lodging rates for your guests. Planners will walk you through them. You may create a great dinner for your event with the aid of our catering specialists. We are in the center of Downtown Cleveland, a mile from East 4th Street, Playhouse Square, and the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The Cleveland Huntington Convention Center is connected to our hotel. We have a fitness facility, an indoor pool, and a bar on the top level with a view of Lake Erie.

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  Springfield Township Gazebo

  2459 Canfield Rd, Akron, OH 44312, USA

  • Spaces for 40-250 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Waterfront
  • 2 Parks

  The Springfield Township Gazebo centers on the Vince Mealy Bicentennial Gazebo, an open-air structure on the shores of Springfield Lake in Springfield Township, a suburb of Akron, Ohio. The gazebo overlooks the water and borders a walking trail, making it a well-suited setting for outdoor ceremonies and community events — including the township's own Springfield Rocks! Summer Concert Series, a free Friday evening series held from June through August. Adjacent to the gazebo, the Center on the Lake is a recently remodeled indoor event space that can accommodate up to 200 guests, with tables and chairs provided for 102 seated guests. The building features full-wall windows overlooking the lake, a full kitchen, a bridal suite, and an outdoor deck. Also on the property, the Lakefront Pavilion offers a smaller outdoor gathering option for up to 40 guests. All three facilities are managed by Springfield Township and available for individual or combined rental, accommodating weddings and receptions, baby and bridal showers, birthday and graduation parties, family reunions, and corporate events.

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  Rivercrest Farm

  6612 Boy Scout Rd NE, Dover, OH 44622, USA

  Rivercrest Farm is a small family-run working farm and event space located in a valley on 120 acres of undulating hills close to the Tuscarawas River. Currently owned by the third and fourth generations of the same family, Rivercrest Farm has changed over the years from a dairy barn and truck weigh station to a venue for weddings and other events all year long. The farm's owner and chandelier junkie, Deanna Vickery, lives there with her menagerie of animals. This region, hidden in the hills of the Midwest, is brimming with history, culture, and magic. The memories of a century ago are kept in the barn, which has been handed down through the generations. The old barn served as a dairy farm after it was constructed in 1918. We started organizing weddings and parties for couples from all around the region in 2013. From the beginning of April to the middle of December, we host events. From the Sunday before Christmas through the end of March, we are closed for events.

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  Little Turtle Golf Club

  5400 Little Turtle Way W, Westerville, OH 43081, USA

  • Spaces for 24-250 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Event Space
  • 3 Total Spaces

  The Golf Club at Little Turtle is a private country club set on more than 200 acres in Westerville, Ohio, just north of Columbus. Its centerpiece is a Pete Dye-designed 18-hole championship course, and the club also offers a fitness center, a resort-style pool, and golf simulators alongside its event spaces. For weddings, the club's newly renovated Hawthorne Ballroom seats up to 250 guests beneath chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows, anchored by a stone fireplace and a built-in dance floor. An adjacent patio opens the celebration outdoors for ceremonies and cocktail hours with views of the grounds. Smaller gatherings, such as rehearsal dinners, next-day brunches, or bridal party prep, have a home in the Executive Boardroom and The Studio, both with private access to the outdoor ceremony space. Beyond weddings, the club hosts corporate meetings, retreats, bridal showers, and holiday parties, supported by full-service catering from an executive chef and day-of planning assistance.

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  James W. Kehoe Center for Advanced Learning

  175 Mansfield Ave, Shelby, OH 44875, USA

  • Spaces for 350 Guests

  The James W. Kehoe Center for Advanced Learning brings together academic prestige and exceptional event hosting under one magnificent roof. A proud part of North Central State College in Shelby, Ohio, the Kehoe Center's Ralph Phillips Conference Center stands as what the college itself calls "a spectacular venue for corporate functions and large gatherings" — a true showplace "for corporate meeting and life celebrations serving thousands each year." From elegant wedding receptions and landmark banquets to energizing trade shows, business conferences, and memorable meetings, the Kehoe Center embraces the full range of special occasions. Its built-in team of technical professionals and event coordination staff ensure that every gathering unfolds with polish and precision — complete with podiums, microphones, videoconferencing, and a dance floor option that transforms any reception into something truly special. Housed in a striking neo-classical building whose grand columned entrance and beautifully manicured grounds make an impression long before guests step through the door, the Kehoe Center sits conveniently between Cleveland and Columbus — delivering big-city event capabilities in the heart of North Central Ohio.

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  Promont Events

  906 Main St, Milford, OH 45150, USA

  • Spaces for 150 Guests

  Nestled atop a hill overlooking Milford, Ohio, Promont is a Victorian Italianate mansion built in 1865 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Once home to John M. Pattison, Ohio's 43rd governor, the property has been stewarded by the Greater Milford Area Historical Society since 1967 and is available for private events year-round. The mansion's interior features vaulted ceilings and intricate woodwork, providing an intimate, architecturally distinctive setting for weddings, bridal showers, afternoon teas, and corporate meetings. Outside, a grounds spanning five acres includes an elegant gazebo and a wooded lot for larger gatherings. Events at Promont can include optional docent-led museum tours, and GMAHS members receive a discount on rental fees. The event coordinator, Kim Phipps, works directly with clients to plan each occasion.

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  Memorial Hall

  1225 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA

  • 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.

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  Landerhaven

  6111 Landerhaven Dr, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124, USA

  Landerhaven is the top Cleveland venue for your upcoming event, whether you're throwing the greatest party in town, getting married, or holding a business meeting. Driftwood Catering offers a wide range of event scheduling for weddings, rehearsal dinners, celebrations, business retreats, and more for customers who value hospitality that embraces even the smallest details. The lunch experience of your choice is included in every package: 5 hours of traditional bar service, coffee and tea service, tables, chairs, white china, glassware, flatware, simple tablecloths, napkins, setup personnel, service staff, cooks, manager, chef, service charge, and tax are included. The Bloomery is Driftwood Catering's Landerhaven-based flower design and décor company. Beautiful flowers are a specialty of The Bloomery, and they cater to all special occasions. The baking section of Driftwood Catering is called The Driftwood Baking Company, and it is situated in Landerhaven. Confections for all special events are The Driftwood Baking Company's specialty. The cost of wedding packages might vary depending on the number of attendees and the number of services. The easiest way to get a quote started is to get in touch with us directly once you know your target date and approximate guest count. We respond promptly and look forward to learning more about your plans!

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  Spring Valley Golf Course

  5851 Breezehill Rd SW, East Sparta, OH 44626, USA

  • Spaces for 160-300 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Country Club

  Spring Valley Golf Course is a multi-generation, family-owned 18-hole public golf course located in East Sparta, Ohio, on the southern outskirts of Canton. Set in a wooded environment with natural wildlife and scenic views, the course combines an approachable, family-friendly atmosphere with a full range of event facilities. For gatherings of all kinds — from golf outings and graduation parties to weddings and receptions — the venue offers a large outdoor pavilion that seats up to 160 guests, alongside a reception and banquet facility and a newly-built gazebo. An on-site Bar and Grill rounds out the experience with food and drink service for private events.

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  Columbus Zoo

  4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065, USA

  • Spaces for 100-700 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 5 Event 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.

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  EagleSticks Golf Club

  2655 Maysville Pike, Zanesville, OH 43701, USA

  • Spaces for 60-400 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 4 Total Spaces

  EagleSticks Golf Club sits on 150 wooded acres in Zanesville, Ohio, designed by Dr. Michael Hurdzan and opened in 1990. The property is built around a course with cascading waterfalls, tree-lined fairways, and notable elevation changes — landscape elements that carry through into the event spaces throughout the grounds. The Oakmont Event Center is the primary venue, accommodating up to 350 guests with glass walls overlooking the golf course and a 1,200-square-foot veranda beside formal gardens with ponds and waterfalls. For smaller celebrations, The Hogan Room holds up to 175 with direct veranda access, the Pinehurst Room seats 30 to 75 around a fireplace, and the Augusta Room handles up to 60 in a contemporary setting. Outdoor ceremony options include an Amish-built shelter house and a putting green setting. EagleSticks hosts weddings, corporate retreats, fundraisers, and golf outings, with an in-house culinary team covering catering from plated dinners to buffets. The on-site Mac's Sports Grill is open to the public throughout the season.

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  St. George Event Center

  144 30th St NW, Canton, OH 44709, USA

  • Spaces for 375 Guests

  The St. George Event/Social Center is a full-service banquet facility on the grounds of St. George Romanian Orthodox Church in Canton, Ohio. Available for a range of private and community events, the center hosts weddings, receptions, corporate meetings, and social gatherings, as well as recurring programs like dance and fitness classes. The facility offers full banquet amenities, a spacious dance floor, and catering options through the venue's own kitchen. Decorating flexibility is a hallmark of the space, accommodating a wide range of themes and setups. The center sits on beautiful grounds, adding outdoor ambiance to events held on site.

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  Lyman Harbor

  1615 1st St, Sandusky, OH 44870, USA

  • Spaces for 650 Guests

  Lyman Harbor Entertainment Complex sits on the shores of Sandusky Bay in Sandusky, Ohio, on the site once home to the Lyman Brothers Boat Builder company. Founded in 1875 and relocated to Sandusky in the late 1920s as Lyman Boat Works, the company produced more than 60,000 vessels, including boats built with its pioneering "Clinker Built" lapstrake hull design, before closing in 1973. Operating since 2002, the complex has preserved the original boat factory structures within its event spaces, keeping the Lyman name alive while hosting hundreds of weddings and corporate events. The venue accommodates intimate celebrations of 50 guests up to 1,100 seated guests comfortably, with a competition-sized dance floor for receptions. Four named event spaces, Compass Point, Starlite, the Boeckling Room, and Lotus, offer settings for wedding receptions, banquets, trade shows, and social gatherings, each with its own character, from Starlite's crystal chandeliers to the cozy, fireplace-warmed Lotus room. Two outdoor waterfront lawns host ceremonies along a lakeside boardwalk, with panoramic views of Sandusky Bay and Cedar Point across the water. Beyond weddings and conferences, Lyman Harbor also operates a full-service restaurant, the Soundbar Nightclub, and a marina, making the waterfront complex a year-round destination.

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  Warehouse72 - Columbus

  862 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

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  Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum

  1763 Hamilton Cleves Rd, Hamilton, OH 45013, USA

  • Spaces for 350 Guests

  HOST YOUR EVENT AT THE PARK! Whether you have 3 or 350 guests, Pyramid Hill's unique venues are perfect for corporate retreats, meetings, family reunions, birthday parties, anniversaries, celebrations of life ceremonies, weddings, and more. Pyramid Hill is ready to take your day from special to unforgettable! We have venues that suit any personality and budget. Hold your shower, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, or all four surrounded by stunning nature and modern art. Pyramid Hill can provide everything you need to make planning your special day a breeze.

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  Cooper Creek

  Cooper Creek, 4040 Cooper Rd, Blue Ash, OH 45241, USA

  • Spaces for 300-350 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Country Club

  Cooper Creek Event Center is an upscale event facility owned by the City of Blue Ash, Ohio, set on the grounds of the scenic Blue Ash Golf Course at 4040 Cooper Road. With a grand entrance, manicured lawns, and sweeping views of the golf course, the venue accommodates weddings, corporate events, cocktail receptions, reunions, mitzvahs, graduation celebrations, and more. The Grand Ballroom seats up to 300 guests with flexible seating arrangements, complemented by a full-service cherry wood and granite bar, stone fireplaces, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the fairways. A private hospitality suite and an outdoor ceremony space on the manicured grounds round out the offering for celebrations of every scale. Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout the facility, and an on-site event coordinator supports planning from booking through event day. Complimentary parking is included with all events.

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