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Clay Daniel
Clay Daniel
Manager

Woman-owned

35 years in business

We speak English

Large team (21+ members)

The Makoy is a full service wedding venue located in Hillard, Ohio. For over 35 years, this family-owned business has collaborated with engaged couples to design weddings that embody all of the wonderful emotions that come with saying “I do”.

Couples can host grand receptions of up to 300 guests at this magnificent venue with an outdoor ceremony garden option, in house food and beverage options, and ample free parking. Outside catering is not permitted at this venue.

Facilities and Capacity
With three different room sizes covering 30,000 square feet of ballrooms, host a celebration of any size and style. The Emerald Room elegance starts with modern vaulted ceilings, wood dance floor, and custom event lighting. Built with a French art deco design, the Burgundy Room is perfect for your energetic reception. Equipped with a large dance floor and event lights, a stage for your wedding party, and built in bar it’s the perfect area to dance the night away. Our Mezzanine room is quaint and designed for more intimate events, also with a built in dance floor and event lighting.

Services Offered
The Makoy is a full-service wedding venue with in house catering, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverage options and many linen options for the color and design desired. No Outside Catering Allowed.

Additional services include:

  • Bridal suite
  • Event planning
  • Day of Coordinator
  • Event décor rentals
  • Lighting
  • Setup
  • Cleanup


Cuisine
The Makoy’s menus focus on American and Italian style cuisine options. We offer buffet and plated style meals with accompanying hors d'oeuvres and optional dessert choices.

Location
The Makoy is located in Hillard, Ohio, only 20 minutes northwest from Columbus and just south of Dublin. We are only a short distance from I-270 with ample free parking.

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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?

$1,200

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

$1,200

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?

$600

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

$600

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
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?

$25

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
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?

30

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall

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
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

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?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Lighting
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?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November

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The Makoy is highly praised as a wedding venue by multiple guests who highlight the exceptional service provided by the staff, including Matt, Erin, Adrian Clay, Reagan, and others. Reviewers appreciate the seamless planning process, delicious food offerings, and the stunning decor at the venue. The professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail exhibited by the staff, particularly in the Emerald Room, create a memorable and worry-free experience for couples and guests alike. Overall, The Makoy Center is recommended for its outstanding service and beautiful wedding setting.

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The Makoy is highly praised as a wedding venue by multiple guests who highlight the exceptional service provided by the staff, including Matt, Erin, Adrian Clay, Reagan, and others. Reviewers appreciate the seamless planning process, delicious food offerings, and the stunning decor at the venue. The professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail exhibited by the staff, particularly in the Emerald Room, create a memorable and worry-free experience for couples and guests alike. Overall, The Makoy Center is recommended for its outstanding service and beautiful wedding setting.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 106 reviews
Google
4.6/5 528 reviews
SerinaMason
Serinamason Sent on 02/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

11 out of 10

We had both our wedding ceremony and reception in the Emerald Room and could not be happier. Many of our guests have told us that it was the best wedding they have ever been to. Erin, Clay, Matt, Reagan, and the rest of the Makoy staff put in a lot of work to make everything run smoothly so that we and our guests could enjoy the day worry free. They were also a tremendous asset in making our personalized vision for the event reality. On top of all of that, the food is superb. We ended up with a bunch of leftover dessert not because we over ordered, but because everyone filled up on the fantastic dinner buffet and had no room left!

If you are debating whether or not to give this place a look, just do it. We didn’t regret it, and neither will you.
Alissa
Alissa Sent on 11/07/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience

They were very informative have a very nice set up and the pricing was good. The man we worked with was very nice and personable and detailed with the information he provided
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User2405589 Sent on 10/29/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My now husband and I had our wedding reception at the Makoy Center's Burgundy Room on October 3rd and we couldn't have asked for a better evening. Everything was absolutely perfect throughout the nights and I can't find anything to complain about. Alyssa and her team were AMAZING and she calmed my "wedding weekend jitters" the moment we met. The food was incredible and the bartender, I didn't catch his name, immediately knew who wanted what kind of drink and he always had something prepared for my husband and I. All around, the service was on a scale of 1 to 10, 11! If you are looking for a reasonably priced venue that you won't stress over and that will take care of you 100%, the Makoy Center is the palce to be.

To the staff: Thank you for making our special night wonderful! We appreciate it.

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Team

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Clay Daniel
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Matt Eder
Matt Eder
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Light, airy and yet this venue can be customized to fit any size wedding. Loved playing the harp there because of the fun everyone had!

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As a DJ service that rotates from venue to venue on a weekly basis, its always refreshing to perform at the Makoy Center. The staff is always prepared, friendly and professional and our entire DJ staff always has good experiences there. The Makoy Center is one of the best places in Central Ohio for a wedding reception or private party.

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The Makoy frequently asked questions

The Makoy includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Makoy includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Makoy includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by The Makoy for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
The Makoy offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Makoy offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Makoy offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Makoy offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Makoy is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
The Makoy currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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