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Built in 1911, the Old Church has been brought back to its original graceful splendor - even the stained glass was retained, yet repaired with round prisms that cast rainbows when the sunlight shines through. Notice the walls near the downstairs bar – they were reclaimed from the original wooden dance floor at the Crystal Ballroom in Portland! Details like this abound...

If you'd rather hold your event outside, the amphitheater offers lush green grass and tiered seating for your guests.

We can host anything from wedding celebrations to corporate retreats, family reunions, holiday parties and beyond. With event spaces ranging in capacity up to 150 guests, the logistics – from layouts to menus and more – have all been sorted out for you. All you have to do is choose the logistics that suit your event best.

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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?

$6,000

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

$5,078

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?

$6,186

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

$5,271

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
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?

$10

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

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

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Restaurant

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Specialty Beer

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
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?

June
July
August
September
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
October
November

Reviews of McMenamins Old Church & Pub

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Brad Sent on 09/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding rehearsal reception here and it was a fantastic restaurant to do so. We had the outside which was amazing for about 60 people with plenty of room for all the tables, lawn games, and for kids to run around in. The food was amazing and they even brought out extra because the grilled shrimp was so tasty that everyone wanted some. The bar service was great and very flexible. Everyone got one drink token and then it was a cash bar, and my parents really appreciated that type of flexibility.
Extra shout out to Sabina for being so responsive and helpful during the planning phase. We got a ton of compliments on how nice the area was and how good the food was. I would recommend this McMenamins to anyone!
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Francesca Sent on 09/17/2015
5 out of 5 rating
This place is a hidden gem! We worked with Juliet, Sales and Catering Manager, and she was wonderful to work with - professional and courteous. Since our wedding was vintage themed the Old Church was a perfect setting. Juliet allowed us to come in at 7AM to decorate the Church. When we arrived the tables and chairs were set up exactly how I asked - family style for 80 people. Juliet stayed throughout the day and helped with our needs - she even helped pass out champagne to guests for the wedding toast!. The staff was exceptional, food was delicious, and the blackberry cider (our signature drink) was awesome. We rented out both the Amphitheater and Church, had cocktails, signature drink, dinner buffet and wine for all. The price of the venue was well within our budget and I would definitely recommend this venue for any event. If I had a chance to do our wedding over, I would not change a thing!!! Thank you Juliet and staff for making our day so special.
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Cassie Sent on 02/24/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I highly recommend having a wedding and reception at this venue. They really went above and beyond to make sure our special day was perfect.
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John Sent on 12/19/2014
5 out of 5 rating
McMenamins was a great place to have our wedding reception. They were very responsive to our needs, ensuring that the majority of our food was gluten free. They were also a pleasure to work with in regards to bar service.
They were very helpful in the planning stages. They have a range of colors available for the linens, and are very flexible with how their venue can be decorated.
The Old Church is a unique location with a lot a charm. We were completly pleased with having our reception there. They ensured we could get into the hall early enough to decorate, the food was set up on time, and there was plenty of food for our guests.
The Old Church can seat about 96 reception style. An ADA lift is also available for guests with mobility issues.
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Kayla Sent on 11/09/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Our rehearsal dinner was an low key, more "Family" dinner then anything else. We were whisked away to a private back room which was perfect. I had pre-ordered pizzas for the group and they were ready right on time. We had a great time getting to just hang out as a family without worrying about annoying any other guests. It was a great experience and everyone raved about the pizza!
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Andrea Sent on 10/24/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Susan Truax helped my husband and I plan our wedding at McMenamins Old Church in Wilsonville, OR. Susan was such a pleasure to work with! She helped us coordinate everything and it was all so easy working with her. She also helped us coordinate working with a separate vendor for a tent in case of rain. We loved working with McMenamins and only having to deal with one person for everything! Susan was extremely professional and very responsive via email. To anyone considering having their wedding here-we highly recommend it! Juliette was there on our wedding night and also a pleasure to work with. Thanks McMenamins for making our day special!!
Tiffany
Tiffany Sent on 08/07/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding at the Old Church was organized and ran well. The staff assisted so much in setting up pre-ceremony, and the church and patio looked beautiful. The flip that occurs between the ceremony and reception happened within the hour promised and it looked amazing as well- everything was set up exactly as I'd pictured, down to the centerpieces! The food at dinner was delicious- everyone raved about how much they enjoyed their meals. The drinks from the bar were also well-made, and the staff accommodated my request to even food color our drinks to our colors. The only complaint we heard about food was from some older family members about the appetizers during happy hour being "too trendy"- part of that was what I chose, but most of the appetizers tend to be things like even the pizza appetizer is not traditional pizza- rather, it has provolone and pesto sauce. The younger guests enjoyed the appetizers though- they still tasted great!
The staff was very helpful throughout the whole event- we'd bought tools to have a s'mores roasting in their fire pit, but the tools we bought didn't fit in the pit, so they accommodated us by moving the pit and ensuring we still got to do the s'mores roast! They were flexible about moving things, timing, and whatever was needed. The only time we needed staff and couldn't find any was when the people who'd been shown how to switch from music to microphone forgot how to do the switch, and no staff were around. However, if you have a DJ, or write the instructions down this could easily be prevented! At the end of the night, the staff was efficient and helpful in wrapping the night up.
I highly suggest this venue. I had an intimate wedding, and it was much better priced and a great value compared to other venues that want to charge the same amount for small wedding as they do large- and charge very high amounts. The food and beverage minimum here is reasonable & the church is beautiful.
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Kara Sent on 05/21/2012
5 out of 5 rating
I am so happy we decided to use this facility and the catering for our reception. From the beginning to the end, it was a fun, easy process. Everything turned out perfectly!
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Dave Sent on 08/19/2014
4.9 out of 5 rating
I feel like this is the "hidden gem" of the McMenamins wedding venue options. We had our rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception here for our wedding and the staff was phenomenal in helping bring our vision to life. We started with Dani who helped us make our initial selections, and then Susan sat down with us for our final meeting and that was when everything finally clicked together for me. Day of, Juliet and the catering team were amazing at coming up with solutions and working creatively within our vision. Our wedding had about 120-130 people and our rehearsal dinner had about 65-70 people and they had no trouble accommodating both sizes.

Things you need to know:
- The location is in a Fred Meyer parking lot. This was a plus for us since it meant we could easily pick up anything we needed day of that we didn't think of before. However, if you're looking for an "idyllic" countryside setting or something of that nature - then this will probably not work for you.
- They don't have fridge space for flowers or your cake so you will need to make other arrangements if that is an issue for you. Our florist took care of the flowers for us, and we were able to use nearby Holiday Inn where some of our guests were staying to store our cake overnight.

The best thing: the price. You have to meet the food minimum, but that is not too hard to do depending on the size of your wedding. For the price of the food you get McMenamins to set up and take down everything but your decorations. We had the ceremony in the church, dinner in the amphitheater, and dancing back in the church. They reset the church during dinner from ceremony to dance floor set up. You also get their wedding experience at no extra cost.

I haven't even mentioned how great their food is yet!

Overall: Great venue, great service, and great food/beer. We loved them and definitely recommend them to anyone that wants to plan a unique wedding!
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Christene Sent on 12/09/2012
4.8 out of 5 rating
The church was gorgeous, the food was really good and we were able to use the outside as well. Even better, it is easy to get to and has lots of parking. Everyone was very pleased with the venue. My only complaint is that because it is used as an entertainment venue as well, we couldn't get in for a rehearsal.
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Awards

13

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Stumptown DJs Stumptown DJs Wedding DJs

This venue is a little off the beaten path but worth the trip down to Wilsonville. Their chapel is usually where most receptions take place. It holds about 96 people seated with room to have more people outside for the ceremony or cocktail hour outside in a really cool amphitheater. The ambience and staff is what make this place great. Don't be fooled by the restaurant menus. Make sure you try some of the McMenamins "suds" while you are here. They make some of the finest brews in house at this facility. Yum Yum!

The Aussie DJ The Aussie DJ Wedding DJs

Having performed at The Old Church on numerous occasions, I can safely say it is a well run, organized, well set out wedding venue. I like the fact that it has an outdoor and an indoor option catering for Portland's unpredictable weather. You can't go wrong at the "Old Church". AAA+++

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McMenamins Old Church & Pub frequently asked questions

McMenamins Old Church & Pub includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
McMenamins Old Church & Pub includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at McMenamins Old Church & Pub includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by McMenamins Old Church & Pub for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Restaurant
McMenamins Old Church & Pub offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
McMenamins Old Church & Pub offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
McMenamins Old Church & Pub offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Wifi
McMenamins Old Church & Pub offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
McMenamins Old Church & Pub is recommended by 89% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.5 in quality of service, 4.5 in average response time, 4.5 in professionalism, 4.5 in value and 4.4 in flexibility.
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