AMAZING!!! From the very first visit, we knew Soldiers & Sailors was the perfect venue for us. Amber and her incredible team were truly the cherry on top of this gorgeous space. Communication was seamless, planning felt effortless, and every single person we met at Soldiers & Sailors was an absolute joy to work with.

Amber (and her team) have such a gift for what they do — she truly thinks of every detail and goes above and beyond to make your day perfect. One thing that really stood out to us, and something you won’t find at every venue, is the remarkable attention to detail and all the behind-the-scenes magic that happens without you even realizing it.

We truly can’t say enough wonderful things! Thank you, thank you to the entire Soldiers & Sailors team — our day was an absolute dream, and that’s in huge part thanks to you!

Our daughter’s wedding this past weekend at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum was nothing short of magical. The venue itself is absolutely spectacular — a breathtaking blend of history, beauty, and elegance that provided the perfect backdrop for such a special day.

Amber went above and beyond in every possible way, ensuring that every single detail was handled flawlessly. Her professionalism, warmth, and dedication made the entire planning process seamless, and on the day of the wedding, she orchestrated everything to perfection. The service she provided was truly extraordinary.

Our guests were amazed by the unique experience of enjoying cocktails, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres while exploring the fascinating museum exhibits. It was an unforgettable touch that elevated the celebration and made it unlike any other wedding they had attended.

Every vendor recommended by Soldiers & Sailors was exceptional — from catering to décor to music, everything was executed to perfection. The collaboration between the venue and their trusted vendors created a stress-free, joyful experience from start to finish.

If you are looking for a wedding venue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, you will not find a more beautiful, meaningful, or memorable location than Soldiers & Sailors. We will forever be grateful for the incredible memories made here and the outstanding service that made them possible.

Before I dive in to all the details, let me start by saying IF YOU WANT THE WEDDING OF YOUR DREAMS – LOOK NO FURTHER THAN SOLDIERS AND SAILORS.
I have tried to write this review so many times in a quick hit summary that is easy for future brides to read, but it is simply impossible to explain our amazing experience in just a few sentences. Obviously, weddings are a big deal – so I think it is important all future couples have a true insight to other experiences before making a decision.
A little background, when I got engaged to my now husband, I had only been to Pittsburgh once in my life. At the time, we lived states away and I essentially knew nothing about the city in general, let alone the wedding scene. Back in 2023, I made the (big) mistake of contracting a different venue for our reception. Fast forward 20 months, and I received word less than 2 months before our big day that our venue would be undergoing construction. Immediately, I reached out to Soldiers and Sailors, and by the grace of God, they had one date available left, and it was our date… Amber (THE BEST wedding coordinator who can be dubbed a miracle worker) responded to my note moments after I reached out, and we ended up on a Zoom the next day. Not only was Amber extremely empathetic to our situation, but she also showed up to our call with a plan for how she would be able to execute the wedding of our dreams on such short notice.
What had originally been an extremely overwhelming, gut-wrenching experience, quickly turned into something I was excited about. Amber seamlessly restored my trust in the wedding planning process and essentially took the reigns as she navigated the transition of all my vendors to Soldiers and Sailors. My husband and I were blown away by how she traversed this tricky situation with such grace and professionalism.
I could go on and on about how incredible Amber and the team at Soldiers and Sailors were – but I will leave you with this. Amber was supposed to be out of town the weekend of my wedding; she and her partner changed their vacation plans to make sure she could be there for our big day…. If that doesn’t show you how deeply the team at S&S cares, I do not know what will.
Now, I am sure some of you reading this review probably think that my view is skewed because Amber/S&S literally saved our wedding… but as someone who has a background in events/operations, I can confidently say that I am able to separate the two. Yes – Amber/S&S have a special place in my heart for what they did in our time of chaos.. but Soldiers and Sailors is truly a BEAUTIFUL venue that provides great flexibility and can make any vision come to life.
Our guests absolutely raved about our cocktail hour in the lobby. It was beautiful, timeless, grand, and our guests really enjoyed having the opportunity to take in the exhibits while they waited for our wedding party to arrive. We had a 3-piece band playing, and a bar on each end. The space was fluid, the bartenders were efficient, the acoustics were perfect, and the transition upstairs to the ballroom was seamless.
The board room – which we used as our staging room/an area for my Husband and I to have a moment during cocktail hour, was incredible. It was spacious enough for our large wedding party
(23 people!), and just a unique space. The pictures we have from there are awesome...

Now, the best for last. The Ballroom is truly unbelievable!! We brought in string lights, a band, flipped the bars so they were facing inside the space, and positioned the tables to make such a large space feel warm and comfortable for a smaller wedding (128 people). The pictures of the space don’t do nearly enough justice, as it truly transforms when you bring in the tables, bars, lighting, etc.. Our guests had the best time, and we would not have changed a thing.
Honestly – we are so thankful that we ended up at Soldiers and Sailors and would strongly encourage everyone to work with them.

I cannot recommend Soldiers & Sailors ENOUGH as a wedding venue! We held both our ceremony and reception in the ballroom and it was simply stunning. Amber and her team are true professionals - and absolutely delightful to work with. They were knowledgeable, flexible and accommodating beyond expectation. Amber was so sweet with our flower girl and ring bearer and helped them feel confident enough to walk down the aisle like pros. Their experience in the wedding industry shows at every turn - you can’t go wrong working with them! I would recommend S&S for anyone looking to plan a stress-free and stunning wedding.

My husband and I toured Soldiers & Sailors in December 2021 and instantly knew we wanted our June 2023 wedding there. Katie was our venue coordinator and she was terrific to work with. From day one, she was always so quick to respond to any questions we had and was such a big help in communicating logistics and other information to our vendors as we got closer to our wedding day, which was such a big help. When our wedding day came, Katie and the entire team at Soldiers & Sailors were such a joy to work with. They helped the day go so smoothly for ourselves, our vendors, and our guests. We cannot thank Katie and her team enough!

Thanks to the museum for hosting my Navy retirement ceremony on April 7, 2023. To say that Angela Tomlin and her staff helped make the event a success is an understatement! The entire museum’s hospitality was incredible. Any/everything we asked of them was handled almost instantly, and Angela and her team were a TREASURE to work with! Everyone in attendance were astounded by the 3rd floor ballroom, and I’m still beyond humbled for the privilege.

Katie West was so great to work with and made booking our wedding there easy. The place is gorgeous, the staff is super helpful, and the price is perfect for everything you get

We had both our ceremony and reception at Soldiers and Sailors, and it was absolutely stunning all around! The ceremony on the front patio was everything I'd hoped it would be, and the ballroom upstairs was just beautiful! The coordinator we worked with (Angela) was EXTREMELY helpful and very communicative, and answered all of my questions very quickly along the way. I knew our day was in good hands with her! This is the perfect venue because both the patio and ballroom can be dressed up or kept simple, and you can't go wrong either way. It was the perfect size for us, and I wouldn't change a thing! HIGHLY recommend this venue for anyone looking for a classy, elegant venue!

We recently had our wedding at Soldiers & Sailors and it was absolutely perfect! Katie & Amber were fantastic to work with throughout the entire process and really made everything as easy as it could be. We couldn't have been happier with how everything turned out, and would absolutely recommend it to others looking around the Oakland area!

Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum made our wedding party a success! Katie West and team were smart, attentive and sensitive to the many ways we opted to customize our reception within the ballroom. Vendors know and trust them.