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Lisa
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

Welcome to The Oliver Building!

Located in the heart of Kansas City’s historic West Bottoms district, the Oliver Building is a truly unique venue for your special day. With over 30,000 square feet spread across three restored floors of an 1880s industrial landmark, our space combines timeless charm with modern amenities, creating the perfect backdrop for your celebration.

As a family owned and operated venue, we take pride in providing attentive and personalized service. From your first visit to your wedding day, we’re here to ensure every detail is seamless and every moment is memorable.

Suites Designed for Comfort & Preparation:

Our venue includes two full suites with private restrooms, ideal for getting ready or taking a quiet moment during your day. A third, spacious suite is available for family use, giving everyone room to relax and enjoy the morning’s excitement.

We have many included amenities such as a day-of venue coordinator, full weekend rentals for extended celebrations, secure parking and gift storage, open vendor policies allowing you to choose the team that fits your vision and much more.

Make It Your Own:

From the exposed brick and soaring ceilings to the historic details that set the stage for unforgettable photos, the Oliver Building provides a canvas for your wedding vision. Elegant, versatile, and full of character, it’s a space where your story comes to life. Explore our gallery and experience an exclusive 360° Virtual Tour to see everything the Oliver Building has to offer.

We can’t wait to welcome you and your guests!

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

    11 years in business

    We speak English

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?

5,000

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?

No

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Barn
Brewery
Historic Building
Loft
Mansion
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
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 Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

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The Oliver Building is a stunning, architecturally striking venue with roomy suites and a photogenic space that needs little decor. Coordinators and staff were responsive, organized, and helpful, and weekend access made setup and rehearsals easy. One couple reported understaffed bar service causing long lines, but overall guests found the venue exceptional and good value.

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The Oliver Building is a stunning, architecturally striking venue with roomy suites and a photogenic space that needs little decor. Coordinators and staff were responsive, organized, and helpful, and weekend access made setup and rehearsals easy. One couple reported understaffed bar service causing long lines, but overall guests found the venue exceptional and good value.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 12 reviews
Google
4.8/5 119 reviews
Georgia
Georgia Sent on 03/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue!

The Oliver is such a beautiful building and the staff was amazing! My wedding couldn’t have gone smoother. Everyone was so friendly and helpful, answered any questions I had, and very organized!
Coordinators were responsive and organized, venue was clean and suites were beautiful and easy to get ready in.
We got endless compliments on the venue and how friendly the staff was.
couldn’t have gone better!!
Maggie
Maggie Sent on 01/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Oliver Building should be your first choice!

The Oliver Building is an exceptional wedding venue that exceeded all of our expectations. From start to finish, the owner, staff, and venue coordinators were incredibly communicative and dedicated to making our day absolutely perfect. Their professionalism and support made the planning process seamless and stress-free. The Oliver Building is simply breathtaking. Its architectural beauty requires minimal decor — every detail enhances the elegant ambiance rather than needing to transform it. I’ve yet to come across a more picturesque venue in Kansas City.
M
Mary Sent on 10/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Oliver was great!

My daughter had to convince me to use the Oliver for her wedding, but I’m so glad she did! The facility itself, the time of access we had, and the responsiveness of the staff were wonderful! Caitlyn and her crew are ate best and I would highly recommend them to anyone booking a wedding venue in Kansas City
M
Mitchell Sent on 08/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Attention to detail, magnificent

First off I’d like to say the Oliver building is a fantastic venue for your special day or for a party. Caitlin and her staff did a magnificent job with helping alleviate stress for our wedding. At first glance the price seemed high but after looking at other locations the price ended up being the best value. We had a sort of makeshift destination wedding for our families. We had the venue from Friday at 12 pm which gave us ample amount of time to setup for the ceremony on Saturday, we staged a table to show Caitlin and her staff how we wanted the dinner tables organized. Then when Saturday rolled around Caitlin took charge of making sure the vendors came in and everything went fluid. After the party was over we still had the building the next day to go pick up our decorations grab the leftover food and drinks instead of rushing to get everything packed up like most other venues do in KC
R
Rj Appleberry Sent on 07/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The only venue that matters

If you’re looking for a venue, look no further. This is the most beautiful building that’s ever been built, and the perfect size for moderate to large weddings. Not only is the venue itself stunning, but Caitlin and the team were instrumental in the planning and execution of the wedding itself. You could not ask for more kind and helpful staff. The best decision we made wedding planning was picking this venue.
Lisa
Lisa Sent on 01/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience, highly recommend!!

The Oliver was the best venue! It was unique that we got the venue for 48 hours so that made the weekend a lot less stressful! The Oliver is BEAUTIFUL and had so many amazing photo spots! The staff was absolutely AMAZING and so willing and quick to help! Could not recommend The Oliver more for a wedding!
Kayla
Kayla Sent on 11/22/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect venue!

We held our wedding ceremony and reception at the Oliver Building and I can't recommend it enough. Curtis, Caitlin, and the entire team were a delight to work with. They make everything super easy and we got compliments from many of our guests about how beautiful the venue is. They continue to make improvements to the venue and event services, but even without those, it would be a five star experience. I love that the team is more concerned about your experience than profit, and they genuinely care about you and your guests. This is a must-see venue, and perfect for any event!
Allexus
Allexus Sent on 10/31/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Oliver Building is one of a kind

I would pick this venue over and over again, from the unique and beautiful space to the west bottom vibes it made our wedding the best day ever. It has the best photo opportunities everywhere in the building and outside. We cant thank Caitlin, Curtis, and the entire staff for making the experience from start to finish for our wedding go smoothly and perfect.
J
Jaclyn Sent on 11/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best venue in Kansas City!

The Oliver Building is a hidden gem in Kansas City. We cannot recommend this venue enough! We had our wedding there 10/9/21 and it was everything we could have asked for. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure your day is amazing. Steve, Caitlin and Curtis were life savers and you could not ask for kinder people to work with. In our pre-wedding planning meetings they covered every detail we could think of. On the day of our wedding, I've never seen people work harder than Caitlin and Curtis. They are true rockstars and genuinely care about their couples. 
The Oliver not only offers 3 floors of usable space, but bride, groom & family suites. We've had the opportunity to be in a few wedding parties at the Oliver and you cannot beat the amount of space you have to get ready, the spacious cocktail hour area, or the 2nd floor reception area. Over the past year they've done many updates to the building including refinishing the floors, painting and redecorating the suites. 
We're so glad we chose the Oliver Building for our wedding and the day wouldn't have been possible without their amazing staff. 
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 09/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The Oliver Building

I absolutely loved this venue for our daughter's wedding. It was simply gorgeous! Decorations were minimal because we didn't want to detract from the character of this exquisite place.
A big shout out to Caitlin, Curtis and the team, who made the entire process so easy. One of the biggest bonuses (to me) of this location was the availability of the space from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon. It made our jobs so much easier with decoration and removal. Not having to worry about anything the night of the wedding was priceless.
Five Stars - totally recommend!
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Oliver Building frequently asked questions

Oliver Building includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Oliver Building for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Barn
  • Brewery
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
  • Mansion
  • Park
Oliver Building offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Oliver Building offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Oliver Building offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Oliver Building offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Oliver Building is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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