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2022 BEST OF BOSTON WEDDINGS AWARD - INDUSTRIAL VENUE

Situated in Holyoke, Massachusetts, Mill 1 at Open Square is an exquisite wedding venue in a refurbished paper mill. The structure dates back to the 19th century and has been transformed into an event venue combining chic and rustic charm with contemporary design. Nestled next to a state park and Holyoke Canal Walk, the venue boasts sublime views year-round. This vibrant event space encourages couples to use their imagination and create a celebration that is individual to them.

Facilities and Capacity

At Mill 1 at Open Square, each detail in the architecture has been carefully tended to. The brick walls were finished and restored during the remodel for an industrial vibe. Above, the wood beams and tall ceilings create an open atmosphere. The building features gorgeous maple floors that complement a variety of wedding themes. The amenities in the event spaces are modern, and there is also a bespoke bar. Natural light pours into the room and illuminates celebrations with a soft glow, thanks to the large windows. As night settles in after the sun dips below the horizon, visible from the windows, the venue can be lit in multiple ways. Fairy lights or lanterns, for example, provide an ethereal mood, while market lighting offers a classic touch to the space. Up to 250 guests can be invited to a gala held at this venue. The space can be configured to fit seating, a dance floor, and an entertainment area.

Services Offered

The knowledgeable and expert event managers at Mill 1 at Open Square can assist you with bringing your vision to life. Each of these professionals boasts immense experience orchestrating an array of events and knows how to make the best of the venue. This team will provide you with tables and chairs, decor items repurposed from the mill, lounge furniture, and more. They also have a selection of lighting options. Bar services are also provided, and the bartenders can work with you to craft a beverage menu fitting your tastes. You have a list of five caterers to choose from for the cuisine, offering many choices. In addition to these services, you can access a dressing room for you and your wedding party to unwind.

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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?

$5,000

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?

$1,000

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

$850

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
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
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$39

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
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
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

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?

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

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
December

Reviews of Mill 1 at Open Square

Julia
Julia Sent on 05/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Everything we could ask for and more!

Mill 1 was an absolutely perfect venue for our wedding. The brick, natural lighting, and open spaces made for a beautiful day, and even more beautiful photos. We worked mostly with Regina, and she was an absolute dream to work with. She was professional, helpful, and responsive, and made sure to account for every last detail to make our day perfect. The other staff we worked with were also wonderful, including the bar manager Beth who made our signature cocktail vision come to life. Couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding day or planning experience. I would highly recommend Mill 1 to anyone considering booking it.
Jenisa
Jenisa Sent on 12/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Dream come true

The days and weeks leading up to the wedding we worked with Emily, who was phenomenal! She was flexible, accommodating, and extremely responsive. The day of we had the pleasure of having Adrianna and her team provide us day-of coordination and planning. They felt like a part of the family and made sure that not a stress or worry came our way. They were organized, personable, and communicative with all of our vendors. They ensured our timelines were met with ease and efficiency and catered to us from the day before to the week after. We are so grateful for this team and venue. We had the time of our lives and memories that will last a lifetime. Our guests are still talking about our event and both how beautiful it was and how much fun they had. This team helped us make that happen.
J
Josh Sent on 01/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing staff and venue

This place was absolutely beautiful. The coordinator Regina was super nice and helpful throughout the whole process. The venue was beautiful and handicap accessible which was important to us. Cheaper then most places and you got more from this place then most places as well. you could decorate the venue to your liking so it fit you and your vision. I Honestly couldn't see myself getting married anywhere else. This place was perfect.
M
Mike Sent on 01/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue for perfect day!

Mill 1 was the best wedding venue we could have hoped for. We looked at a handful of options in the area and were blown away at how affordable the venue is for how beautiful it is. Mill 1 staff were extremely helpful laying out options for tables, chairs, lighting and other wonderful touches that truly allowed us to customize our day to be just how we planned it. We brought in our own flowers and other little touches and Mill 1 was extremely easy to work with setting up and taking down those little "extras." Our guests loved the huge reception hall for dinner and dancing and the smaller, intimate ceremony space really made that "I Do" moment extra special. The Mill 1 staff was extremely responsive to our requests; Reggie and the owner John were back to us quickly whenever we had questions, no matter how minor. The venue had only a few catering options but those options were excellent. We had an issue day of getting guests to the venue on time but Mill 1 staff were flexible and had the staff stay later than we planned to ensure we got our full reception. There were not any nearby places to eat or drink for a rehearsal dinner or afterparty but that's nothing a bus rental and 15 minute drive cannot solve. We cannot recommend Mill 1 enough to anyone looking to plan their perfect day.
S
Sophia Sent on 10/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating

PERFECT wedding day!

Mill 1 was the BEST place for my husband and I to have our wedding. For starters it is obviously a gorgeous space and very our style. The brick, giant windows and hard wood floors are just wonderful. The staff is so kind and helpful throughout this whole process. If you want to DANCE all night, this is the spot. We had roughly 120 guests, most of them dancing, and there was still plenty of room for everyone. Trust me, the dance floor is not something to over look! Wonderful spot, 10 stars!
S
Shawn Sent on 07/16/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Great Venue

What a great venue, we would totally recommend!
Tim
Tim M. Sent on 02/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

A historic venue with a great staff

My wife and I wanted something different for our wedding. We wanted something unique. Many venues are just big empty rooms and once you are inside you could be anywhere. That is not the case at Mill 1. Everywhere you look you can see the history and imagine what this building was. From the brick walls to the hardwood floors history pours in from every direction. The space is a tangible connection to Holyoke's manufacturing past that made it the Paper City. Adding to the space is the fact that the team is amazing. From the bar staff to Julie the event manager, everyone went above and beyond to make our day the best day of our lives.. They helped us all along the way and if I could do it again I would pick Mill 1 in a heartbeat.
J
Jodi Sent on 09/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Mill one staff was great, very accommodating. The venue was beautiful
L
Lydia Sent on 06/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Mill One is a perfect venue, plain and simple. Extremely versatile space that will work for any type of wedding or event. The space speaks for itself, so for our casual wedding reception, we really did almost no decorating and it was still just stunning. The staff were professional, responsive, and friendly. 10/10!
C
Casey Sent on 11/19/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We loved having our Wedding at Mill One! It was the perfect venue all around. From unique spaces for pictures to the ceremony and reception spaces, everything was perfect. The staff were so helpful and easy to work with. Our day was perfect, thank you Mill One!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

11 Endorsements
Michael T. Davis Photography Michael T. Davis Photography Wedding Photographers

I traveled from out of town to photograph a wedding here and the the place is amazing. There was a lot to offer both inside the venue and it's surrounding neighborhood. The bride and groom wanted a rustic/ industrial feel to their wedding and Mill 1 was the perfect place. The staff was great and went above and beyond to make sure that everything ran smoothly. I would most definitely recommend this venue to anyone looking the a rustic type of feel.

Grace Ceremonies Grace Ceremonies Wedding Officiants

Maggie at Mill 1 is a pleasure to work with. She's prompt and professional while also being easy-going and creative. Her enthusiasm and skill for her work shines through in all her interactions. Mill 1 is an incredible event space as well. The intimate ceremony site as well as the reception area are totally one of a kind in the area...a real gem!

Hitchcock Press Hitchcock Press Wedding Invitations

I'm a huge fan of the old mills, and Mill 1 in Holyoke is just gorgeous! Their rooms have been renovated, the wood floors shiny and bright, but there is still the look and feel of the old mills. Walking in the buildings I like to envision it is a hundred years ago, with the hustle and bustle of the workers moving around, and the sound of machines humming. So much history, and now, so much charm! A real treasure!

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Mill 1 at Open Square frequently asked questions

Mill 1 at Open Square includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Mill 1 at Open Square includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Mill 1 at Open Square includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Mill 1 at Open Square for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Waterfront
Mill 1 at Open Square offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Mill 1 at Open Square offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Mill 1 at Open Square offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Mill 1 at Open Square offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Mill 1 at Open Square is recommended by 92% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.6 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.7 in value, 4.6 in quality of service, 4.6 in professionalism, 4.5 in average response time and 4.5 in flexibility.
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