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171 Events is a historic wedding venue located in Utica, New York. This venue is ideally situated in the downtown city area, just steps away from the areas finest hotels with a variety of activities nearby, such as sporting events, art, and entertainment. Additionally, your guests can enjoy a wide variety of dining, bars, bakeries, and coffee shops surrounding the area. This venue provides an ideal location for hosting your engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, or reception.

Facilities and Capacity

171 Events provides a range of rustic and charming spaces ideal for hosting a range of wedding events. The 4th West room is a popular choice for wedding ceremonies, capable of accommodating 100 seated guests with extra standing room. This space offers a picturesque view over the rolling hills of the Utica valley, providing an idyllic natural backdrop.

The 4th East room is located directly across the hall from 4th West making it a convenient location for your cocktail reception. This warm and inviting space features the buildings original exposed brickwork, historic window openings, and hardwood ceilings, able to accommodate up to 200 guests comfortably.

The Fifth Floor is 171 Events is a unique space ideal for wedding receptions, featuring cafe lights strung throughout and breathtaking views across the city. This room showcases the buildings original - and one of the oldest operating - Otis Elevator engines in existence. The 5th floor can accommodate a seated dinner with dance floor space for 175 guests, or a cocktail reception for 250 guests.

The venue also offers a fully furnished get-ready room which you and your wedding party can enjoy using to prepare for your special day, with complimentary mimosas provided by 171 Events.

Services Offered

Everything from food to finishes...

To facilitate a smooth wedding planning experience, the team at 171 Events provides a variety of all-inclusive package options. The full-service package option includes in-house catering options, linens, event planning assistance, vendor coordination, house centerpieces, and more. Couples also have the option of the premium package which includes in-house catering service, vintage decor and furniture, coffee and beverage service, vintage china and table settings, and more. 171 Events can also provide setup and cleanup of your event so you can focus on immersing yourself in the joy of your special day.

Accommodations

171 Events is situated in the heart of downtown Utica and is just steps away from some of the finest hotels the area has to offer. Out-of-town guests will love the convenience of walking to and from your event at any time of the year. They can also avail of the many amenities this city block has to offer; an urban grocery market, sandwich shop, coffee house, bakery, and many restaurants and bars.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,800

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$4,800

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,250

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,250

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Loft

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Reviews of @171 Events

C
Courtney Sent on 09/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Unique and Elegant

171 Events was the perfect venue for our special day. If you are looking for a cool and unique canvas to create your dream day this is it! It has a neat urban vibe but also felt elegant. Christine and her staff were amazing and helped us every step of the way to execute our vision. The Bridal suite is incredible with the perfect backdrop looking out on historical Utica. The building itself has many cool photo opportunities and is located in the heart of downtown Utica surrounded by many amenities to accommodate guests who are staying over or coming from out of town. Hotels, nightlife, restaurants and a sweet coffee shop located right on the first floor of 171 Events! Whether you are looking to have your wedding ceremony, reception, showers, birthday or private event, they have it covered.
Brittany
Brittany Sent on 08/01/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Unique, Romantic, and Industrial

171 Genesee Team, Martin and Schmidt Family,

Jimmy and I thank you so much for helping to plan and orchestrate our wedding day! We fell in love with the unique space at first site two winters ago as we started the wedding planning process! Utica is a hometown that Jimmy and I share together since we bought our home in 2015, so it was important that our venue was local and encompassed our life together!

The venue easily speaks for itself! It’s beautiful historical features, one of the oldest operating Otis elevator in the country, exposed brick, and unprecedented views of downtown Utica from the floor to ceiling windows! It was also important that we surrounded our wedding planning process with local friends, family and businesses that we trust! The Martin’s and Schmidt’s are just that!

Our breath was taken away when we saw everything come together! Christine and family had beautiful decor options and pulled everything together seamlessly! From planning, to set up, to day of coordination, to clean up! The families of the 171 baby are top notch!

The Gaffney’s thank you for kickstarting our married journey off in a beautiful way!
Emily
Emily Sent on 04/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Picture Perfect Venue

My husband and I had a hard time deciding on a wedding venue until we found 171 Events. The second we walked into the building and met Chris, we knew it was the perfect venue for our wedding...every corner of the building has charm and beauty!! Chris was hands on throughout the entire planning process, always lending suggestions/ideas, and quick at communicating. Our wedding day was beyond perfect and far surpassed our expectations. It's been three weeks since our day and people keep commenting on the beautiful venue and all the details we planned with Chris. 171 Events is the perfect venue!! Thank you, Chris and your wonderful team!! xoxo Emily and Paul
Kelly
Kelly Sent on 04/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Spectacular

We had our wedding here. Spectacular and unique venue. Beautifully decorated down to every detail. The staff was above and beyond helpful, flexible, and professional. I would highly recommend this venue... you won't be disappointed!
K
Kelly Sent on 12/30/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing attention and professionalism from staff and owner!

I can't say enough about the attention and flexibility the owner and staff provided for our wedding. The venue itself is stunning, not to mention the gorgeous bridle sweet that is provided for the bride which is included in the already reasonable cost. The venue has a full professional kitchen that is accessible and convenient to clients and/or their caterers. The owner and the staff went above and beyond to make our special day amazing and stress free. You will not be disappointed in booking your event at 171 Genesse Street!!
E
E M Sent on 12/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Experience

What a wonderful and unique experience the 171 Venue creates! By hosting our event at this venue it was the talk of my guests for weeks. I have held many events in many local establishments, but when we hosted an event here it became an experience. The venue itself is a caterer's dream. Christine Martin and team thought of everything to make our event unique and magical (from the lanterns lining the stairs to the lighting that covers the ceiling like stars). Cannot duplicate this venue anywhere in Utica. Highly recommend for that special occasion.
Laure
Laure Sent on 12/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Unique and different

What can I say- People are still coming up to me from OCT. and saying what a great venue it was. How unique it was .The venue is mixed with feelings of home, history, industrial, elegance , vintage, and class.. I LOVED the OLD historic , still working, OTIS elevator .People loved riding in it to the ceremony floor. ( Stairs were also optional) Some guests had never seen/rode in one that old- metal grated doors, hand dial controls, so I was able to give the younger people that experience :) The bridal suite is huge, beautiful, and to die for!.Christine ,and her team, were amazing to work with. They helped me in so many ways during the planning stages, and the day of. They helped take lower my stress level immensely!!!!! I seriously had a day of no worries knowing they were " my team" ! If I had to redo it, I would 110% go with 171 Events again
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 09/09/2019
4.6 out of 5 rating

Overall great experience and a unique wedding!

We had a great experience working with Chris, who helped us to create a very unique wedding at her gorgeous venue. Every detail was taken care of - she filled the space with candles and vintage details that made for an elegant and unique experience. Her recommendation for a caterer (Michael's Fine Foods in Waterville) was a huge hit with all the guests.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

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@171 Events frequently asked questions

@171 Events includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Set Up
  • Tables
@171 Events includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at @171 Events includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Limited Bar
The space offered by @171 Events for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
@171 Events offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
@171 Events offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
@171 Events offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
@171 Events offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
@171 Events is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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