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  • 2018

Copper Roux

Up to 130 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Clean Up
Sarah
FutureMrsR
Jessica
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T

Recommended by 97% of couples

About this venue

Copper Roux is a rustic-elegant wedding venue located in Lexington, Kentucky, just minutes from downtown. Established in 2015 and operated by Bluegrass Event Collective, Copper Roux blends Kentucky bourbon culture, equestrian-inspired details, and modern design to create a warm, stylish setting ideal for Bluegrass weddings.

Guests are welcomed by a custom-built bar that serves as the natural focal point for wedding receptions and cocktail hours, while a wrap-around patio offers relaxed outdoor mingling under the Kentucky sky. The venue’s contemporary design paired with rustic textures creates an atmosphere that feels both timeless and elevated, perfect for couples seeking a uniquely Kentucky wedding experience.

Facilities and Capacity

Copper Roux comfortably hosts banquet-style wedding receptions for up to 120 guests or cocktail-style celebrations for up to 200 guests, making it ideal for both intimate weddings and energetic gatherings. Thoughtful equestrian-inspired details, rich textures, and a welcoming atmosphere create a space that feels both timeless and contemporary.

The venue also features full audio-visual capabilities, including professional sound, TVs, and projection—perfect for ceremony music, heartfelt toasts, and evening entertainment. With ample parking, close proximity to Lexington hotels and downtown attractions, and an intimate yet elevated atmosphere, Copper Roux offers both convenience and authentic Bluegrass character.

Services Offered

Copper Roux hosts wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and engagement parties. The venue’s event planners consult with couples to understand their preferences and offer suitable options according to their budgets. They also provide event items such as tables and chairs, dinnerware, barware, linens, flatware, and more. Their full wedding-event services feature:

  • All-inclusive packages offered
  • Outside vendors allowed
  • Event planning
  • In-house catering including buffet, plated meals, family style, cocktail reception, hors d’oeuvres, and more!
  • In-house bar service
  • Liability insurance
  • Set up
  • Clean up
  • Event rentals

Features

Medium team (11-20 members)

Experience

  • 11 years in business

  • We speak English and Spanish

Links

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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?

1,800.00

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

1,500.00

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

No

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$23

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

Bartender(s)
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall

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
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
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)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
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 Copper Roux

Weddingwire
4.9/5 17 reviews
Google
4.6/5 139 reviews
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Fred Sent on 05/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Rehearsal Dinner

We were pleased with the event
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Tayler Sent on 08/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

LOVE Copper Roux for our rehearsal dinner!

We had our rehearsal dinner at copper roux this month! This was the most stress free part of wedding planning. We knew we wanted the Kentucky themed buffet, they let us swap some of the items for ones me preferred in order to really tailor it to us and they did not disappoint in the slightest! Linens, set up, staff, and tear down were all included in one price. The venue was clean and beautiful. They had house center pieces and let me & my family come in at any point during the day to set up and decorate how we liked. The staff was friendly and everyone was a pleasure to work with. I really enjoyed the feature of having TV's and a projector to show a slideshow of some of our pictures during the rehearsal. They helped us create a bar menu that was perfect and worked with our budget. All around - fantastic! I was a little nervous about how the food would taste since it was mainly fried chicken but it was actually incredible and we got a ton of compliments on the menu and the set up.
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Vrushali Sent on 09/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

These guys are excellent! I would highly recommend their services to anyone, without doubt!

Shanna and her team are the most professional and accommodating team that we have worked with. We were pretty clueless coming into this process of "wedding planning". Shanna was extremely helpful in making arrangements and guiding us through this complex process in the most efficient manner. My husband and I had tight schedules to work around and Shanna made sure she could accommodate our schedules to take us through planning. She was always prepared for every meeting and was five steps ahead of us; which made any decision-making super-easy for us...it was like sitting through the most comprehensive and user-friendly checklist. The day of the wedding could not have been smoother even if we tried, and it was all thanks to Shanna and her team. We had the most courteous and thoughtful wait-staff and bartenders, and of course Shanna was there every second to see it through. We had a wonderful wedding reception and it was all thanks to the Copper Roux team, they're the best!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 08/21/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Accomodating

I hired them for my December wedding, and so far they have made the experience easy and are willing to work with our budget and our particular tastes.
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Lauren Sent on 05/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Copper Roux handled nearly every detail. All of the linens and tables and plates/chargers were ready the day before when we arrived to add our finishing touches. We had a plated meal that was delicious and servers were very nice and professional.
FutureMrsR
Amy Sent on 03/19/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding went off without a hitch from start to end and I had the joy of trying to plan a wedding from the west coast. However, Erin made it absolutely the easiest thing I have ever done. The venue was gorgeous, we got exactly what we wanted, the service was out of this world the night of, and the bartender was outstanding. Usually when I go to a wedding, ai anticipate the food being just ok, but let me tell you, the food was absolutely delicious. I was so happy and everyone kept commenting about the venue and the food. It was an awesome experience!!
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Mitch Sent on 12/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I searched high and low for a single space where we could have our wedding and reception without breaking the bank. When we found Copper Roux, it genuinely seemed too good to be true. All of the food we tasted leading up to the event was excellent, the space itself was beautiful, and Shanna and the staff could not have been more accommodating to all of our questions and requests leading up to the event. The menu was expansive and varied enough to satisfy a variety of palates; the degree of flexibility we had with our alcohol selection allowed us to budget for exactly the amount of beer and wine that our event needed. Copper Roux not only lived up to our expectations but surpassed them, and we started with pretty high hopes. Many of our guests complimented the space and the food both during and afterward.

I’m generally pretty suspicious of glowingly positive reviews, and I don’t tend to write many that fit that description, but our wedding was perfect and that’s thanks in no small part to the hard work that the folks at Copper Roux put into it. We could not be more satisfied.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 11/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Shanna and the rest of the staff went above and beyond to make the day spectacular, from the initial planning, to the day of. Shanna was very responsive throughout the whole planning process and was quick to answer any questions, concerns, or changes. She was so sweet with our meeting for the taste testing and planning the set-up for the day. She was very patient and kind, as my fiancé was not able to make it, last minute, as he was in the hospital. She even packed a to-go box for me to take to him so he could taste the reception food himself. She worked so well with the rest of my vendors which made everything with set-up and the timeline for the day/night a breeze. There was no worry during our big day because they are so great at what they do. Everything was taken care of and we could just enjoy the day. And the food was delicious! We have heard so many compliments from our guests about how great the food was and how much fun they had! Highly recommend!!
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Kat Sent on 10/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The staff was absolutely amazing! The food was delicious! Not only myself but my never has been and are entire family have such wonderful experience. I highly recommend this venue! Very professional!
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M Sent on 01/23/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had an amazing experience from beginning to end. From decor decisions, food tastings (we had so many compliments on our reception food -you can't go wrong with their sausage balls and bacon wrapped scallops!), and various meetings with our coordinator - everything was handled thoroughly and professionally. Highly recommend Copper Roux.
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RipTide Productions RipTide Productions Wedding DJs

Amazing venue. Wonderful staff. Friendly and easy to work with. Always accomodating. Thanks for everything!

Love & Lenses Photography Love & Lenses Photography Wedding Photographers

Copper Roux is a really cute spot for an event or even a rehearsal dinner and wedding reception. Copper Roux has really cute rustic decor which means much of the decorating is already done for you! This is a great choice for an intimate event!

Blooms 'n Blossoms LLC Blooms 'n Blossoms LLC Wedding Florists

This gem is located in the heart of Lexington. AMAZING staff ! Let's talk about the food...DELICIOUS! You won't be disappointed with the catering choices! A beautiful venue...perfect for a small gathering or a large party!

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Copper Roux frequently asked questions

Copper Roux includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Copper Roux includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Copper Roux includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Copper Roux for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
Copper Roux offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Copper Roux offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Copper Roux offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Copper Roux offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Copper Roux is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in average response time and 4.7 in value.
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