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From 1 to 350 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
Arika
Myla
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Bree
Veronica

Recommended by 88% of couples

About this venue

The Ariel International Center offers couples a truly unforgettable rooftop wedding venue in Cleveland, Ohio, with panoramic views of Lake Erie and the city skyline. Just five minutes from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, this historic red-brick building combines industrial charm with elevated elegance. From sunset ceremonies to chandelier-lit receptions, this venue encapsulates the very best that The Forest City has to offer.

Facilities and Capacity

With a capacity of up to 300 guests, Ariel International Center provides two distinct and versatile event spaces. The Skyline Lakeview Rooftop sets the stage for outdoor vows with unobstructed views of the city and lake. Whether couples choose the shimmering water or the urban skyline as their ceremony backdrop, the setting is nothing short of spectacular, offering truly bespoke photoshoot opportunities. Inside, the Skyline Lake Room boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, rich wood-beam ceilings, earth-toned walls, and curated international artwork, which creates a refined, warm atmosphere perfect for elegant receptions and romantic dinners.

Services Offered

The Ariel International Center supports every step of a couple’s celebration journey, offering spaces for engagement parties, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. Services include a private bridal suite, event setup and cleanup, event planning assistance, lighting and sound capabilities, and high-speed wireless internet. Couples are welcome to bring in outside vendors, and valet parking adds an extra level of ease for guests. Blending historic character with sweeping rooftop views and flexible, full-service offerings, Ariel International Center provides a stunning canvas for couples to create their perfect Cleveland wedding.

Features

Woman-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 14 years in business

  • We speak English

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Weddings at this venue

Adrienne & Dustin's wedding
Adrienne & Dustin
26 photos
Cassie & Joe's wedding
Cassie & Joe
24 photos

FAQ

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?

$2,500

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

$2,000

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?

$500

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

$500

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

Chairs
Parking
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$35

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Rooftop
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

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?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March

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Reviews of Ariel International Center

Weddingwire
4.4/5 41 reviews
Google
4.6/5 196 reviews
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Antonia Sent on 05/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ariel is amazing!

I would have my wedding at Ariel a thousand times over!!! They are the best. Made my wedding so fun. Super flexible and accommodating. Tracey was so great and easy to work with.
Arika
Arika Sent on 01/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

gorgeous and versatile venue

We held our October 2025 wedding ceremony and reception at Ariel International. The space is large and the views of the lake and downtown are amazing! I specifically chose Ariel International because I'm a bit of a minimalist and the venue has enough character from the exposed brick to the lighting fixtures to speak for itself. Tracey and staff are super kind and responsive. She definitely calmed my nerves and provided vendor referrals when I didn't know where to turn in my wedding planning. The venue is very accessible with large elevators and restrooms. We were very fortunate to have such a versatile venue space for our family and friends!
K
Kathy Sent on 07/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue for a Wedding

Our daughter's wedding was held at the Ariel International. We cannot say enough about our experience. The views from the roof for the wedding and cocktail hour were spectacular. The reception space was equally wonderful. Our guests could not say enough about how beautiful and comfortable the space was. The staff was so accommodating and wonderful leading up to the event and throughout our event. We appreciated the convenience of the on sight ready rooms. We needed to drop off lots of cookies for a cookie table. They let us drop them off the day before which was so helpful. I would highly recommend the Ariel International Center for an event.
Myla
Myla Sent on 10/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

No complaints

We got married 10/22/22 at this venue and were utterly amazed! Working with Tracey was amazing & she was always available for questions we had. The staff was accommodating and quick to respond. The views here are out of this world. I would recommend this venue to anyone who is getting married!
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 10/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Can we get married there again?

Ariel International Center was the perfect place for us to get married. Tracey, who was our coordinator, was an absolute rockstar. She works harder than any other person you'll meet throughout your planning process. Tracey made everything super seamless and was happy accommodate all of our ideas! We had a family tragedy occur the morning of our wedding and Tracey didn't bat an eye at helping us flip our ceremony and cocktail hour. She was an incredible partner throughout the whole planning process. The venue is beautiful and we loved the historic industrial vibe, but working with Tracey really made the process unforgettable. If I could, would get married there again in a heartbeat.
Bree
Bree Sent on 05/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Dream come true

I don't think there is enough room in this comment box to express how deeply appreciative my wife and I are for the team at Ariel. We booked our wedding festivities (ceremony, cocktail hour, & reception) in fall of 2018 for our spring 2020 wedding. They held on as long as they could during Covid, to avoid having to screw up our plans. They even allowed us to have a photo shoot on site with our 2nd photographer. When the state shut down in 2020, they allowed us to push back our celebration date to 2021 (for what would be our 1 year anniversary, because we ended up still getting married on our back porch). Come January 2021, my wife and I were very apprehensive about continuing with our plans, given the remaining health and safety concerns relating to Covid. Our event coordinator, Tracey, did everything in her power to make it the most "normal" event as possible. Luckily, the CDC restrictions lifted and we were allowed to have dancing and the open bar. It was a long 3 years worth of planning and waiting. When the day finally came, it was down-pouring...... ALL DAY. Tracey jumped right into action and helped coordinate our last minute changes. We couldn't have done any of this without Tracey. She truly is such an amazing soul with the best personality and she has a passion for making miracles happen to bring "the vision" to life. We will always be thankful for Tracey and the management team at Ariel. We are so blessed to have finally been able to celebrate in our dream venue with the people we love most.
Veronica
Veronica Sent on 10/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Where our perfect day started and finished!

We had a vision for our wedding - exposed brick brewery themed wedding. We looked all over Cleveland and we were getting discouraged. Ariel International SAVED us. This venue is STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL. Not to mention, Jessica, our wedding coordinator was fabulous. She helped us every step of the way - answering dozens of emails from me, and making great recommendations on our final walkthrough. She made things stress free and having her there on our day was amazing.

I love that the venue for the ceremony is the rooftop, but there's a backup location provided, so I never stressed about weather. The Venue was set up for us the morning before so we could see what it would look like in case we wanted to make any changes.

The rest of the staff was amazing. We didn't even notice the security guard, and the bartender kept mine and my husbands drinks full all night! I never went to the bar once - she came to me!

If you want an easy, stress free day with a beautiful venue, it's highly recommended!
S
Shelby Sent on 03/24/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Awesome staff, beautiful venue and amazing views! We had the best day ever! We loved that we could host our ceremony, cocktail hour, photos and reception all at one location. Best day ever!!!
J
Judith Sent on 09/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Areil International was the perfect venue for me to re-invigorate an annual event that had become stale. Our guests absolutely loved the venue, the convenience, charm of the building, and the view. The staff were so helpful before, during, and after our event. Five stars, for certain.

Judith Mansour
E
Erin Sent on 09/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Ariel Pearl Center was absolutely beautiful and we got so many compliments on the venue. We were actually one of the first weddings to ever be held at this venue and saw firsthand its transformation from a construction zone to what it is today! There are so many cool features of this venue, in particular we especially loved the restoration of the original vault! There were a few extra logistical things to figure out because it was so new (designing a layout, signs for parking, etc.), but Radhika and Tanya were adaptable and helped us figure things out in a timely manner. They were extremely professional and responsive- Radhika once replied to an email within an hour while she was in India! I would definitely choose this venue again for our reception.
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Ariel International Center frequently asked questions

Ariel International Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by Ariel International Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
Ariel International Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Ariel International Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Ariel International Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Ariel International Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Ariel International Center is recommended by 88% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.5 in flexibility, 4.4 in professionalism, 4.4 in value, 4.3 in quality of service and 4.3 in average response time.

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