top 3 modern yet timeless cleveland wedding venues
Congratulations on your engagement!! Before you keep reading (because we all know the immediate pressure to plan your whole wedding asap) take a moment to just enjoy being engaged. You said “yes” to your best friend and are exploring this deeper level of love and commitment. Just know that at the end of your wedding day, no matter where it is, you will have said “yes” to spending forever with the love of your life. That’s pretty freaking amazing!
The most important decision you will make in your wedding planning process is WHERE to have your wedding. It sets the date, the vibe, the possibilities and limitations. Once you choose your venue, everything else will fall into place. This list of 3 downtown Cleveland wedding venues is perfect for the couples who are looking for a classic, stunning backdrop to bring their dream wedding vision to life.
The Madison
4601 Payne Avenue
The Madison was built as a luxury faucet manufacturer in the 1900s before being transformed into the perfect minimal, modern venue. This 22,000 square foot venue offers the ideal blank slate whether you are looking for an urban boho or black and white affair. With two sizable getting ready suites on opposite sides of the venue, you and your crew can all be together in one space. The venue seats up to 300 guests and includes the banquet seating and cocktail tables and chairs. This open concept reception hall includes a custom bar so your guests don’t have to miss out on any of the party fetching drinks. Behind the venue is a private narrow alleyway lit with string lights perfect for an outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour. The Madison is the peak of customization, allowing you to bring in the vendors of your choosing from your caterer to your photographer to your florist. Check them out at Weddings - The Madison - Cleveland's Event Reception Venue for Parties (themadisonvenue.com).
2. Truss Event Venue
2061 West 25th Street
Truss is new to the Cleveland wedding scene but has already made a huge impression! It’s the perfect combination of “contemporary space with nostalgic inspiration” aka everything you want your downtown wedding to be! This rooftop venue boasts over 10,000 square feet of usable space with indoor and outdoor options. The skyline and lake views from their wraparound terrace are unmatched. And did we mention the private room with floor to ceiling Gucci wallpaper?! The main ballroom can seat up to 350 guests in the tables and chairs provided by the venue. This venue truly includes it all: flatware, glassware, linens, fine China, in-house catering, bar service, setup and teardown, and an event coordinator to take care of every detail. Contact the team at Truss at Truss Event Venue in Cleveland, OH (trusscleveland.com).
3. Lago CustomEvents
1091 West 10th Street
The east bank of the Flatts is home to Lago within the Aloft hotel (perfect for accommodating your out-of-town guests!). The best reason to book this venue is the rooftop with sweeping views of Lake Erie. Just imagine the gorgeous sunset photos. Lago is known for their impressive food and beverage packages with options for catering your reception, bridal suite, and a post-wedding brunch. This is another indoor-outdoor venue that even includes tented options. There are 5 contemporary spaces to choose from that can accommodate anywhere from 200-300 guests. Looking for an extra special touch? How about a late-night snack? Or what about a hand-rolled cigar bar? Inquire for more information at Weddings | Occasions | Lago Custom Events.
If you are yearning for a romantic city vibe to rival Emma and Liv’s wedding dreams a la Bride Wars, these 3 venues are must-sees.
