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Price range: $1,500 - $4,450 Price range: $1,500 - $4,450
Couples usually spend $3,800 Couples usually spend $3,800
Reception
$1,500 starting price
Bar service
$31.95 per person
Reception
$1,500 starting price
Bar service
$31.95 per person

About

On WeddingWire since 2023

Contemporary Arts Center is a gallery wedding venue located in Cincinnati, Ohio. This renowned architectural landmark is located in the vibrant heart of downtown within easy reach of nearby hotels and attractions.

Facilities and Capacity
The dramatic spaces at Contemporary Arts Center will surround couples and their guests with cutting-edge art. Kaplan Hall Lobby is the main reception space, featuring wall-to-wall windows that let in natural light and offer a stunning view. The windows give a sense of urban flair and energy, and up to 210 guests can see the cityscape in motion. There are large columns that are both impressive and adaptable, allowing couples to customize the lighting to fit their style. This space is versatile for a wedding ceremony, a dance floor, or a sit-down dinner. Couples can choose from various creative layouts to suit the mood and theme of their event. A versatile Black Box can transform into a private dance floor with multi-colored lighted columns. Up to 200 guests can dance the night away, and it also makes a great cocktail hour space. There are private get-ready rooms for couples to prepare in style and comfort. Exchange vows in this modern and exciting venue for an unforgettable event.

Services Offered
The professional events staff at Contemporary Arts Center are there to ensure your special day is a success. They are there every step of the way as they work to bring your vision to life. Contact the facilities rental manager to learn more and start planning your special day.

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?

1,500

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

1,500

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

No

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$31.95

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment

What transportation and access is available?

Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
October
November
December
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Reviews of Contemporary Arts Center

4.7 out of 5 rating
4.7 out of 5 rating
5 Reviews
94% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.6 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.7 out of 5 rating
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Tess Sent on 07/29/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We could not have chosen a better wedding venue than the CAC! Marty was an absolute joy to work with. He was extremely responsive, especially close to the wedding day, when stress levels tend to increase. He was also so much fun, and knowledgeable about both his space, as well as nearby hotels, restaurants, etc. The CAC was also surprisingly affordable, especially for such an incredible space. Our photographers were giddy with all of the creative photo opportunities the space lent itself to. Our wedding day still feels like a dream, and that's in large part due to Marty and the CAC.
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Taylor Sent on 09/28/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We just returned from our honeymoon overseas last night, but didn't want to waste anymore time in sending a note of our overwhelming appreciation and thanks to the CAC. We had our wedding there on September 16th and could not have been more pleased with how the entire staff planned for, set up, and managed the event.

Marty was truly amazing. He was responsive and helpful for the entire year leading up to our date, but especially during the week of our wedding he went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. During the event, he seemed to be everywhere at once! With so much happening at one time, Marty was available to everyone's needs and made sure everything ran like clockwork.

The entire staff at CAC the night of our wedding was wonderful. They were working so hard the entire night from bartending, to flipping the reception space, to making everything work like clockwork all behind the scenes.

The venue itself was incredible. We fell in love with CAC when we booked the space for our event 14 months ago, yet we were still blown away on the night of our wedding on how everything transformed. We received so many compliments from guests and would truly recommend the space to anyone else hoping to plan a big event. We can't wait to share pictures once we have the professional images back from our photographers.

Thank you CAC and a huge thanks to Marty for making our wedding day the best party we've ever been to!
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Tara Sent on 06/16/2011
5 out of 5 rating
I absolutely LOVED my wedding at CAC! I used the main atrium for both the ceremony and reception, and the UnMuseum (awesome, interactive children's museum on the 6th floor) for cocktail hour. There are so many bright colors and interesting shapes (curved walls, slanted floors, you name it). It's a great backdrop.

Working with Joe was great. He was very responsive to my emails and helped me understand exactly what to expect. I was planning the wedding from New York, and had never even seen the venue, but Joe put me at ease. He delivered everything I hoped for! He communicated with all my vendors, helped me arrange everything I would need for the big day, and then took all the details out of my hands, and made it all go smoothly.

If you're looking for a modern vibe, this is great! Can't hold a huge crowd in the lobby or UnMuseum, but our 100 were very comfortable.
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Awards

5

Real Weddings

Joshua & Michael
52 photos · 03/30/2019
Robert & Rebecca
24 photos · 11/07/2016

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1 Endorsement
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This is a beautiful venue with professional staff- it was wonderful to play in their atrium and we can't wait to be back for another event!!

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