First & Bell, located in Seattle, Washington, is an urban wedding venue available for receptions and wedding ceremonies. With nearly 9,000-square-feet of newly renovated indoor and outdoor space, this unique venue features 20-foot-plus ceilings, dripping chandeliers, exposed brick and cedar timbers, wrought iron railings, and a spacious rooftop patio.

Facilities and Capacity

First & Bell’s urban industrial chic venue with customizable layout and distinct spaces can accommodate up to 500 people for a stand-up cocktail party style reception or 120 for seated meals and gatherings. The Great Room and Mezzanine is a 4,500-square-feet space and has a capacity of 300 standing or 120 seated. With dramatic ceilings, a mezzanine overlooking the Great Room, and two fully equipped bars, this space is ideal for large wedding receptions and features a caterer's kitchen with a spacious prep area, refrigerators, a high-capacity ice machine, cloakroom, and 8 restrooms. In addition, there's an 800-square-foot Green Room that can be used as the couple’s getting ready room. Their second space, the Side Room, is 2,000-square-feet in size and has a capacity of 150 standing or 120 seated guests. The space is easily accessible from The Great Room and is equipped with dimmable lighting, WiFi, built-in booth seating, and a large stage making it the perfect place to set up your entertainment such as a band or DJ. Their outdoor space, the Rooftop Patio, is the perfect place for an event under the sun or stars. It is 2,000-square-feet in size with a capacity of 200 standing or 120 seated. The patio is equipped with a full outdoor bar and, for cooler Seattle evenings, heaters are available to rent.

Services Offered

The First & Bell is the perfect venue for wedding ceremonies, receptions and engagement parties, services available include:

• Bridal suite/getting ready room
• Chairs, tables, and furniture
• Event planning services
• Post-event clean up
• Lighting and sound equipment
• Bar services
• Willingness to work with outside vendors
• Wifi
• Parking
• Pet-friendly venue