Olio | Historic Event Venue Reviews
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Michael Sent on 02/06/2026Winter Wedding Perfection
The Olio was a perfect venue space for my wife and I. It is, at the same time, a blank canvas for ideas, and a space with historic and natural character. It gives space to create, while also providing inspiration. We could not be happier with how everything turned out!
Sarah and Allison were receptive to all our ideas, always attentive to our needs and feedback, and most importantly, they are fun and kind people!
Allison (our coordinator) is warm, thoughtful, professional, and just a joy to work with. She saw our vision and helped make it a reality. If we could do it over again, we wouldn't change a thing, and we would definitely keep the wedding coordinator who helped make it possible! -
Tyrone Sent on 01/23/2026
Winter Wedding Olio
We got married at Oio for our December wedding and it was amazing. From the start of our wedding planning, we knew we wanted a unique, indoor venue and to be able to customize the space in a way that felt true to us. Olio was the best choice for us. We loved its history and the character it held and the modern industrial style with its beautiful big windows but we also loved that it acted as a blank canvas for us to be able to jazz up to our liking. The owner Sarah met with us on our tour and was so welcoming and friendly. Almost two years later we got married here! Sarah was extremely responsive and informative throughout the entire process of planning. She welcomed us on many visits back within the planning process to view the space or show our families. She offered advice for staging the space and put us in touch with many wonderful vendors.
We were able to rent the space the night before to decorate our personal touches. The wedding day was seamless. Sarah also owns and works as part of her wedding coordination company Without a Hitch and her services in this regard were invaluable. She is truly a great advocate for the bride and grooms vision. Our wedding day was so much fun and our guests shared so much positive feedback about the day and the venue. Thank you to Sarah and her wonderful team at Olio! -
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Brina Sent on 11/15/2025
Dream wedding venue!
While dating my now wife, I used to drive past Olio every time I came to Peabody and knew from the start that it would be the home of our future wedding. The time came and we immediately scheduled our tour and fell in love. We knew we needed a special venue since our flower girl is in a wheelchair and Olio shocked us by being not only fully accessible but also so willing to accommodate our needs. Sarah helped us envision the reception and ceremony of our dreams during the walk through and we got straight to work!
Olio provided a comprehensive vendor list but also allowed us the ability to bring in a few personal vendors as well making the process simple and also very customizable. Through Sarah we learned about her day of coordination service, Without a Hitch, and they truly lived up to their name! Ashley was an absolute icon and kept us on track through out the planning process and then made the day of entirely effortless for my wife and I. Our families can not speak more highly of the natural beauty of the space and also the amazing team.
We can’t recommend Olio highly enough and can’t wait to spread the word about this amazingly LGBTQ+ and disability friendly venue. -
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Carlee Sent on 09/09/2025
Our perfect, personalized wedding
We hosted our wedding at Olio in early August and simply had the best experience. From the moment we met Sarah on our tour, I felt like we were in good hands with the space and every single person who worked there and/or was associated with it. The building felt both modern and historic, and we loved the surprise of the lofted ceilings and twinkling lights once we stepped up the stairs. Olio was an great size for our 90 person event, and Sarah (and her team at Without a Hitch) helped us plan exactly the wedding we wanted, which included large rented palm trees, arcade games, a Richie's Slush cart with umbrella, even a surprise visit from Santa Claus...at Olio it all worked out. Folks say it a lot, but it was truly a blank canvas and our Olio wedding was perfectly personalized for us. The space was spotless, had great parking and directions for guests and vendors, and made for epic photos. Highly recommend this memorable venue (and the incredible professionals behind it). -
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Jacquelyn Sent on 06/28/2025Gorgeous space and wonderful staff
Olio was an amazing and beautiful venue! I can’t speak highly enough of the kind staff and gorgeous space. The venue worked wonderfully for our small wedding, but also would have worked well for a much larger event.
We found Olio through a list of wedding vendors who were temporarily offering free and discounted services to LGBTQ+ couples. Olio’s staff was communicative and helped connect us with additional vendors in the area. We highly recommend Olio for your wedding or other special event :)
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Jacky Sent on 06/28/2025
The perfect venue for our wedding day!
We had our wedding at Olio in April 2025, and it was the perfect venue. We wanted something with an industrial vibe and large space, but the beautiful hardwood floors, ability to customize the space, and the welcoming owner, Sarah, are what truly sold it for us!
As an LGBTQ+ couple, the most important thing to us was to be surrounded by people who support us. Sarah has created an inclusive place for all. Through her venue she is able to uplift a diverse range of communities and cultures. This shows to be a priority to Olio, so if you are looking for welcoming and inclusive, this is the place to be!
The space itself is beautiful and has the option to bring in basically any kind of decor you could want. They offer several in house add ons including the string lights we chose to do. Olio provided a large list of preferred vendors, with the option to bring in any other vendors with approval. We used several from the preferred list and they were all amazing!
The day of our wedding ran flawlessly. The Olio staff, along with our day of coordination (Without a Hitch), created a welcoming environment for our guests and ensured the day ran smoothly.
We highly recommend Olio for any event you might be planning if you are looking for a special, welcoming, and beautiful venue! -
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Tamar Sent on 06/11/2025Beautiful venue with an amazing staff!
As soon as we stepped foot in the space and met with Sarah, we knew that this was the venue for us. My jaw literally dropped when we ascended the stairs to see the main room. I had never seen anything like it before! The space is unique and cared for and I felt confident that we could execute any vision we had in that space. Sarah and her team are organized and friendly and we knew we would be taken care of every step of the way. -
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Lia Sent on 05/16/2025Thank you to Olio!
We had the absolute best experience at Olio for our wedding! From our very first tour, we were blown away by the space. Olio is modern, flexible, and full of character, but what really made everything exceptional was working with Sarah, the venue manager. She is organized, responsive, and incredibly thoughtful. It’s clear she truly cares about each couple’s experience, and she helped us feel confident and excited every step of the way. She also fully embraced our disco garden wedding dreams!
We also worked with Sarah’s other company, Without A Hitch, for our day-of coordination and were lucky enough to be paired with Ashley — she was amazing! Ashley was calm, professional, and on top of every detail. She kept everything running smoothly behind the scenes so we could be fully present and just enjoy the day. We didn't worry about a thing.
The team at Olio and Without A Hitch made our wedding feel so seamless. We are so grateful to have had such caring, experienced pros in our corner. Highly recommend this venue and these incredible people! -
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Kayla Sent on 03/15/2025Cannot recommend Olio enough!
Look no further; you've found your venue. Sarah was so responsive and professional. Her flexibility and kindness shined through in every interaction. The attention to detail is unmatched. Do yourself a favor and reach out to Olio NOW! -
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Megan Sent on 02/12/2025Megan and Ethan's Wedding
Olio is a beautiful venue. We were drawn to the hardwood floors, large ceilings and beautiful tall windows, and everything came together wonderfully for our special day! The Olio team and owner Sarah went above an beyond to make the planning process and our wedding day smooth and worry free. -
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Samantha Sent on 01/09/2025Simply the best!
Words cannot express our gratitude and appreciation for people like Sarah and the staff at the Olio. After the results of the 2024 presidential election the disappointment, fear, and sadness felt by many Americans, particularly the LGBTQIA+ community, was palpable. To open my Facebook the next morning to a post from the Olio offering free elopements for LGBT couples was one of the most heartwarming moments of my life. I immediately reached out to Sarah who responded very promptly with such excitement and grace. She also sent me an extensive list of other vendors that were also offering free or discounted services to support the marriage of so many amazing couples like us. Any couple who has faced the fear of losing their right to be with or marry the person they love can relate to the tears of relief actions like this bring to your eyes! My now WIFE and I had an incredible day where we eloped in a beautiful ceremony with our immediate families at the Olio on 12/12/24. They even had a rainbow light wall to fill our photos and ceremony with even more pride and joy! The simple, quick, and intimate elopement was a perfect way for us to become partners in life, love and everything in between!!! We cannot express our appreciation and gratitude enough. The world needs more people Sarah and her staff! The venue is unique and stunning with amazing potential for any type of event or celebration! To quote our favorite song, the Olio is simply the best!! -
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Laura Sent on 12/29/20245 stars for Olio!
Sarah and her team are wonderful! My wife and I had our elopement ceremony here as they were offering free services to LGBTQ+ couples. It was so heartwarming knowing that the Olio team was able to provide these opportunities to us and so many couples at this time. Becca was onsite the day of our ceremony and was so kind and helpful. Her calm demeanor and joyful energy didn’t go unnoticed to us! The physical space of Olio speaks for itself- elegant, stunning and unique! But, the people making it happen made all the difference to us. We cannot recommend Olio enough! -
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Julia Sent on 12/28/2024Beautiful Microelopement December 2024
We had such a wonderful time using Olio's beautiful space for our wedding ceremony! The space is gorgeous, Sarah and Becca were so sweet and accommodating, and our day was truly so special! Olio has graciously offered their space to queer couples who are eloping in response to potential challenges to civil rights as we enter 2025. Sarah and her team immediately made it clear that they are here for the queer community, as they clearly have been since the beginning, and we felt so taken care of at our ceremony. The team at Olio made a response to scary circumstances one of the most joyful days of our lives, and we could not be more grateful to them! -
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Malia Sent on 11/06/2024The magic of Olio
Walking into Olio for the first time, you get the overwhelming feeling that this is no ordinary space that within its walls holds a sense of magic waiting to come alive. I booked Olio on the spot after my afternoon tour and conversation with Sarah, the owner, who knows how very special Olio is, and is so excited to share that magic with you. My wedding went off "Without a Hitch" and that was all because of Sarah and her amazing team, who's professionalism and passion is unmatched.
Family and friends are still talking about Olio and how amazing, unique and altogether magical it was! As the wedding concluded and I stepped out of the doors of Olio, I carried with me, the tremendous joy of living out my dream wedding and immense gratitude for Sarah, not only for her diligence, kindness and passion, but for also allowing me to share in the extraordinary and magnetic space that is OLIO. -
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Melissa Sent on 10/22/2024Best Wedding Venue Ever!
We had the most perfect wedding celebration this past weekend all thanks to Sarah and the rest of the Olio staff. We could not picture having our wedding anywhere else and now that it is over we know it was the best and only choice for us. The professionalism of the staff starting with the owner cannot be overstated. They were always responsive and accommodating to any and all questions we had no matter how minor. The ability to rent out the space for the entire weekend made our dream and vision come true. We were able to have a fun time setting up the space exactly how we wanted it the day before and were able to bring in all our DIY items without feeling rushed. It really made the one day event into a fun filled weekend! From over a year ago taking a tour of the space all the way to last weekend's festivities, Sarah and her team were there for us and we could not have asked for a more magical and special day. -
Emily Sent on 10/03/2024
Best Day Ever
We got married here on Sunday 9/29 and I really can’t say enough good things about this space. The team was great to work with and all of our guests were so impressed by the space because it’s not like anything else really.
I LOVED having the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one room because we wasted almost no part of our day shepherding folks from place to place. The caterer recommended to us, Premier, was also amazing and they were on it and had many great suggestions to make the day as great as possible as they work in the space often.
If you want outdoor photos before we found two great little parks to work with and ended up doing our first look and family portraits at “Leather City Commons” which is a three minute drive down the street. Then the two of us walked the ten minute walk back to Olio from there and got some great photos by Peabody City Hall and there are truly a plethora of great brick walls to choose from for a good backdrop!
For getting ready we stayed at the Bell Inn and Tavern and their team was also amazing! I got ready in a Junior King Suite my parents were staying in and their team flipped the bridal suite early (as they had a wedding party the night before) so we could do bridal portraits with the moms and my sister. My husband and I stayed there that night and the room is gorgeous. My only regret with that space is we didn’t stay longer because it was so beautiful!!! (And the room service food we ordered from the tavern for lunch was great!) Shout out specifically to Kelsey and Heather for all of their help.
Logistically I was a little nervous about it being in Peabody as we live closer to Boston but parking is free on Sundays and folks could Uber easily to the venue. Many out of town folks loved being able to stay near Salem to make it a great weekend trip.
Last, I cannot recommend enough having a day of coordinator. I know Sarah who runs Olio has her own planning company and would be amazing to work with. I was lucky enough to have an amazing coworker and friend who helped me out and I literally gave him a binder with everything and I did not stress about anything for the entire day. I did not see my cell phone or get asked a single logistics question all day and it was GLORIOUS.
I think that covers everything and will absolutely update if I think of anything else that can help out future brides considering this great space!!! -
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Katrina Sent on 09/30/2024Teary Eyed Bride 💜
I have not even had my event yet and I am already blown away! We had to change venues about 2 months before our date, which I was already losing my mind over, but I had seen all of the amazing reviews about Sarah, her mom and the venue in general and I had to contact her. I explained the situation, and Sarah was beyond accommodating for us, my mind was put at ease. What felt like a few days of spiraling turned into calmness after our conversation.
Olio has their list of vendors that they use, but with us already having our vendors booked / paid for, for the past year, they were more then gracious enough to accommodate as best they could (brought the blood pressure down a little more also lol).
We set up the day to look at the venue and yes I’m getting married next Friday 9/27/24 but I’m not a strong believer in love at first sight, but wow… this venue! Lol it’s the perfect mix of old art, classic theatre and modern wow factor! Everything about this (sudden) journey at olio has been nothing but 5 stars. Thank you Sarah and Becca for all your doing to make my day special. Can’t wait!
POST WEDDING- my wedding day was everything we ever dreamed it would be! Everyone was professional, helpful and supportive of everything we wanted for our day! So glad we picked the best venue ever!!!
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Alli Sent on 09/18/2024Wonderful Wedding Experience!
We had the most amazing experience having our wedding at Olio! The venue was beautiful when we toured but seeing our vision come true made it absolutely breath taking! It is just such an amazing space and we see how it can be used for so many awesome events. Sarah and her team (Without a Hitch) made the months leading up to the wedding and day of a breeze! Sarah made sure we were on track throughout the planning process and helped to coordinate so many things with our other vendors. She created a wonderful and comprehensive timeline that saved us to much time. She led a rehearsal that eased all of our anxiety. The day of ran SO smooth thanks to her help. We totally recommend Sarah's company "Without a hitch" and Olio! -
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Stephanie Sent on 07/22/2024Best Wedding!
In 2021 my boyfriend and I attended a wedding at Olio and couldn't believe how perfect the space was. Being from the north shore, it was easy to get to which we loved. Once we got to the dinner portion of the wedding and had chicken parm (not your traditional wedding piece of chicken or steak) - we thought, this is the best wedding ever!
When we got engaged in December 2023, the first, and only tour we had was at Olio. We assumed there would be no availability for 2024, but Sarah was able to secure us with the perfect date in June (just six months away).
We knew we didn't want a traditional wedding, and loved the fact that Sarah supported our non-traditional, crazy ideas. When I took my grandmother to visit the space, she met Sarah and said "she's so nice and thoughtful, but you must have to be to work in this industry" I can confidently say after planning my wedding in 6 months that not all vendors are like Sarah and the team at Olio! They go ABOVE and BEYOND to help you create your perfect day. They are incredibly fast at responding, and always taking the time to reply with kindness which goes a long way.
Sarah & team helped us craft the most perfect PARTY atmosphere for our ~200 guests. We went with Premier as our caterer and loved being able to hire local Peabody establishments for food, shoutout to Champions Pub, Toscanas, and an INCREDIBLE grazing board by Edex Provisions (right outside of Olio!) Followed by epic late night snacks from McDonalds. Olio allowed us to create the wedding menu of our dreams :)
I would absolutely recommend working with Sarah and the team at Olio. My friends and family are still raving about the space, the food, and how much fun the night was. Olio gives you the flexibility to create the day of your dreams, and the team is there to guide you along the way. Thank you, thank you, thank you to Olio & team!! -
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Marykate Sent on 05/13/2024
Exceeded all expectations!
Olio was the first (and only) wedding venue we toured. Immediately following our tour, my partner and I cancelled all tours/meetings with other venues - we knew that if we were going to have a wedding, it had to be at Olio.
Sarah and the Olio team ALWAYS met us with genuine enthusiasm and kindness. All communications with Olio were authentic, seamless, and enjoyable. Since our family lives all over the country, Sarah and the team went out of their way to accommodate and ensure each of our family members could tour Olio when they were in town.
Our wedding exceeded any and all expectations. It is impossible to articulate the beauty of this venue. All of our friends and family continue to rave about the space, story behind Olio, and the wonderful venue team. Olio is incredible without any decorations, but can be a blank canvas for people with big ideas. There is East End Peabody Veterans Memorial Park down the road that is perfect for photos, and a Granite Coast Brewing Company a few doors down for an afterparty.
Olio and their team will make you feel supported, and with their authenticity comes a critical level of mutual trust. Thank you Olio for being the best venue, and team, we could have ever asked for! -
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Jessica Sent on 04/21/2024An Outstanding Venue with a Unique Charm
Olio is an absolute gem of a wedding venue! From the moment we stepped through its doors, we were greeted with warmth and professionalism. Sarah and her staff were incredibly accommodating, ensuring that every detail of our special day was tailored to perfection. Touring the venue was a delight, providing us with a clear vision of how our dream wedding would unfold. Communication with Sarah and her team was smooth and seamless from the initial tour to our wedding day. The venue team collaborated effectively with our other vendors, fostering a cohesive experience.We were welcomed by Becca the day before to assist with the ceremony set up and to see the unique uplighting. She was friendly and excited for us to enjoy the venue the following day. What truly sets Olio apart is its unique space, allowing us to infuse our own style and personality into every aspect of our wedding. The cool history flooring added a touch of charm and the high ceilings created a beautiful backdrop for our photos. Olio also excelled in coordinating with other vendors, ensuring smooth collaboration and execution on the big day. Overall, Olio exceeded our expectations in every way possible, and we couldn't recommend it highly enough! -
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Heather Sent on 03/27/2024The perfect space for us
We had such an incredible wedding at Olio. The venue is essentially a beautiful, historic blank canvas which we gravitated towards for our ability to bring in our own vendors and make the whole experience our own! The greenery, lighting, decor, and incredible food (shoutout to Kelli Petri @ Relish Catering & Events) made the whole space feel ethereal and stunning, and we had so much fun dancing the night away. Sarah and her team where incredibly communicative and helpful throughout the process, answering every question and accommodating multiple tours of the venue so our vision could come to life. -
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Placidina Sent on 03/09/2024I wish I could relive our Olio wedding!
We had our 175-person wedding (on-site ceremony) at Olio in early November, and we could not be happier with how everything turned out. The space is STUNNING and everything came together beautifully the day of. So many guests told us how much they loved the venue/how unique it was. How much passion and attention Sarah has poured into Olio is palpable! From our first tour in July 2022 until our wedding day, everyone we interacted with at Olio was extremely professional, responsive, and kind. At no point did I feel like just another client in their lineup. Also, their transparency and modern website was a breath of fresh air after literally chasing other venues down for basic information. I planned our wedding from France, and Olio was very accommodating when I asked to visit during the brief weeks I was in MA leading up to the wedding. It was usually Jenna that was there, who was always warm and welcoming. Besides a gorgeous space and top-notch team, Olio’s location was perfect for us. Main St feels iconically New England (which our international guests appreciated), there is ample parking nearby, and we got some great pictures in the area. We spent 2 nights at the Bell Inn and had our welcome party at Granite Coast Brewery; to have everything on the same street was so convenient! Side note: if you are looking for day-of-coordination services, do yourself a favor and book with Sarah/Without a Hitch (her OG baby) - truly one of the best decisions of our entire wedding experience. I could keep ranting about how much we loved Olio and the phenomenal people behind it, but I’ll end with saying that if you want a gorgeous, transparent, responsive, flexible, unique, and genuinely people-centered venue – Olio is it! -
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Caitlin Sent on 03/03/2024
Can't recommend Olio enough!!!
Olio was our first and only venue we toured for our wedding because once we walked in, we knew this was the place for us to celebrate our love with our friends and family. We loved that we could make the space anything we wanted it to be and put a little (or a lot!) of our own personality in our wedding that many venues cannot accommodate. That’s where Olio shines above the rest of the venues in Massachusetts. They offered tours and open house times that made planning and visualizing so much easier. On our first tour, we were told all of the history that lived in the building and hearing that made us fall in love all the more. All the staff we met and worked with were all so kind and helpful. Our guests could not stop raving about the beautiful space and could not believe that it is hiding in downtown Peabody! We’re so happy we picked Olio for our wedding! -
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Sarah Sent on 02/19/2024Our dream venue
Choosing Olio as our reception space for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made in the entire process. We are a queer couple who had been denied by other venues and made to feel uncomfortable by other venue teams/ owners. From our first email interactions, we noticed that the owner Sarah made no assumptions. They had LGBTQ folks on their social media/ websites and all paperwork was not heteronormative. We were instantly comfortable.
When we walked into Olio, it was undeniable that Olio is a venue like no other. We are not a “ballroom” couple and yet ballrooms were the only spaces that could hold our 210 person wedding. Olio was instantly all that we dreamed of. It was a HUGE space that met all our needs, was affordable, and was not a ballroom. It felt like us.
Sarah was extremely knowledgeable about vendors, wedding planners, and the surrounding area. She was available for advice/recommendations and directed us to all of the best photography backdrops! She and her staff felt like friends. They were excited to celebrate in our joy, hear all about us. We were not dollar signs to them. We were important.
On the day of our wedding, Olio staff was ready to give us our best day ever. WE did our first look in front of the big windows of Olio. Staff was peering from the stairs, taking pictures & beaming smiles our way. We were treated well by all that were involved. All of our guests commented on how amazing the space was (and still are to this day.)
We are so lucky to have stumbled upon this venue and this staff of people. It was all that we could have dreamed of and more! -
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Robert Sent on 01/24/2024
Dream Wedding Venue Right Here!
When we were looking through venues we saw the same thing, Rundown local event spaces, Hotels with outdated décor or places that were not very friendly towards lgbtq potential clients. Then one day my now husband showed me Olio via Instagram and we fell in love. Our journey started with a quickly scheduled tour with Elaine who was an absolute sweetheart, so warm and welcoming. She told us the whole back story for the event space and how her and her daughter Sarah came to own it. The space was large, it was a blank canvas and had an odd charm to it like if you looked up you would see the phantom of the opera in the rafters. Exactly what we were looking for. After our tour I was Contacted same night by Sarah and the booking process was easy and seamless, something I greatly apricate because I hand stress about as well as well as Britney Spears in in 2007, Sarah can attest first hand and so cant my husband. Even with my prickly moments Sarah was there to offer a very useful guiding had in the process that put me at ease right away and she was always readily available to give me information. Her staff were all very kind and very helpful leading up and the day of our wedding they truly made our day that much more special. I have to say my favorite part of this space was its versatility! Every color combination looks great every form or decoration you can imagine looks amazing this space is the chameleon of wedding venues, Sarah and her mom have truly done an amazing job with their space. In All if you don’t want your wedding guests pestered by townies at a local event space, love to be able to decorate your wedding without anything looking awful or clashing and want to surround you and your love ones with genuinely good wholesome people. Please do yourself a favor and get in contact with Sarah asap, You will not regret it I promise! -
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Nicole Sent on 12/18/2023
11/10/23 Wedding of our dreams!
When looking for wedding venues, Olio was the first on our list as we lived in the surrounding area. We originally looked at Olio as a “reach” venue just because we were initially intimidated by the amount of work it might have been to also hire all of the other vendors for our event. However, after touring many other venues, we always came back to Olio and committed. From the very beginning, Sarah and her team we responsive and flexible with us. We opted to hire several vendors outside of those recommended, while still using some recommended vendors as well. The Olio team supported us and all of our vendors unequivocally and truly helped ease all of my worries about coordinating many vendors and the timeline seamlessly. On the day of our wedding, I was not worried about anything other than my husband and the fun we were having. Olio was a dream venue space, and the best canvas for our vision. Our wedding was everything we imagined and more. The space fit our style and aesthetic perfectly, the downtown area is a dreamy industrial vibe, and there is nothing quite like the feeling of taking Main St photos with the community driving by, honking and shouting their well-wishes. Olio was so accessible for all our guests’ needs and somehow the space made a 165 person wedding feel intimate. I am forever glad we chose Olio and I would trust Sarah and her team with any of our future events. -
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Kathleen Sent on 11/29/2023We loved having our wedding at Olio!
From the first moment we entered the space, we understood how Sarah had squeezed in her 10+ years of wedding planning experience into a unique but extremely functional venue. The space is beautiful, Sarah is an amazing communicator and so easy to work with, and our guests raved about how our day felt unique and authentic to us. The staff managing the venue on the day-of were fantastic. We worked with two of Olio's preferred vendors, Without a Hitch Coordination, and Premier Bar Service and Catering, and had excellent experiences. We were lucky to book the bridal suite at The Bell Inn, two blocks away, and loved walking to the venue through downtown Peabody. We highly recommend working with Olio and we're dying to return as wedding guests someday soon! -
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Melissa Sent on 11/09/2023Best Venue Ever!!
Before we were even engaged we knew Olio was going to be the one. We saw photos of a wedding that took place at Olio in 2021 and loved the modern industrial vibe. I followed their Instagram account and was sold. It was the only venue we toured and we booked a November 2023 date right away. Every single time we walked into the room we got excited and knew our guests would be wowed. The space is so unique and a wide open canvas to make your own. We knew we wanted a club vibe and the high ceilings and cement block walls were the perfect backdrop for a disco party. The proximity to Salem was another plus because it gave our guests a chance to explore an area they’ve never been to. Sarah is so helpful and informative and very communicative which is helpful for someone like me who has a million questions. We received compliment upon compliment for our venue choice and we wouldn’t change a thing. Thank you Olio team! -
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Heather Sent on 11/03/2023The Wedding of our Dreams
Whatever special occasion you’re planning (in our case it was our wedding), look no further!!! I don’t think we could have ever envisioned a more perfect location in our wildest dreams----The hardwood floors, the cement walls, the openness of it all....those windows!! There wasn't a guest the whole night who wasn't equally as in awe as we were. Being in the Salem area for Halloween weekend was just the perfect cherry on top for our wedding vibe/vision. What's the catch? Being a blank slate was a little overwhelming for us at times, but made manageable by our amazing team of vendors. Olio was the perfect stage (pun intended) to bring our unique touch to every aspect of the day, and we couldn't be more grateful to have such an incredible backdrop. With the help of Sarah, that process of bringing it all together was as smooth as it could have been. We can’t recommend this venue enough. -
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Maya Sent on 10/30/2023The perfect venue for our wedding!
I can't even begin to recommend Olio enough as a wedding venue! We really wanted a unique venue with a kind of DIY vibe to it, and when we first toured Olio we knew it was exactly what we were looking for! Since we were on a slightly tighter budget, Sarah suggested a Monday holiday to us for our wedding date. This was really amazing for us, as she was still offering the weekday rate for that day. We went pretty minimal with our decorations. The space honestly stands on its own, and looked incredible with just a small amount of decorating. I was blown away at how good it looked when we walked in the morning of our wedding!
We also ended up hiring Sarah through her coordination company, Without a Hitch, to help us out with our planning and coordinate on the day of. I seriously cannot stress enough how incredible she was every step of the way. There were so many small details that we would never have thought of that she brought to our attention. We literally didn't have to worry about a thing the day of the wedding, as Sarah kept everything running so smoothly. My husband and I were able to just relax and enjoy our wedding. It was such an amazing, memorable, perfect day, and I can't imagine having had it anywhere else but Olio. -
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Annette Sent on 10/12/2023Perfect backdrop to the perfect day!
We just got married at Olio on 10/7/23 and I could not have imagined a more beautiful backdrop to our wedding day. Olio was the first venue we toured and we loved that it was a unique spaces that allowed us to execute our vision.
Sarah was always helpful when we had questions during the planning process and we loved that we could coordinate with her and her team to have self guided tours of the space before our day. Since it is a blank space, this was so helpful to be sure that our vision fit in the space. However, it’s so versatile any style would look beautiful.
On the day of, Ty was there to help with facilities like the lights and the lift. She was so kind and was so helpful throughout the night, we loved being able to work with her!
I would definitely recommend this space, especially if you are looking for something unique and customizable. Sarah has an amazing concept and we absolutely loved working with her and her team. She also has some great caterers she regularly works with and we were so glad to have a professional catering team familiar with the space. -
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Nelson Sent on 09/25/2023Wedding that can express who you are.
We are incredibly happy we picked Olio for our wedding venue. The space is pretty unique where is stands out and gave our wedding a real industrial feel. The reaction we had when we first saw the space was the same our guest had during the wedding.
Having this unique space also allowed us to be creative in setting up the wedding in our own way. It allowed us to push our creativity and for that couldn't be happier.
Working with Sarah and her team to make our wedding come together, would give it 6 stars if I could. We opted in to Sarah's Without a Hitch day of wedding coordinating which I highly recommend as well.
The Olio staff was extremely accommodating throughout the process and even day of the wedding. We had a few handicapped folks in our party and the staff helped them out throughout the night.
Love being able to support local businesses, the area has plenty of choices for after parties, restaurants and close to hotel options.
Extremely happy we were able to have our wedding in this space and equally enjoyed the process working with the Olio and Without A Hitch team. -
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Allison Sent on 09/23/2023Our Dream Wedding!
Having our wedding at Olio was the best decision and we could not be happier with how everything turned out! Sarah is truly amazing to work with and acted as a guiding light throughout the entire planning process. The incredible space was able to accommodate our large wedding while still feeling spacious (which was a big thing for my husband.) You can play up on the industrial vibe or bring in elements to make the space feel however you would like, which not many venues have the ability to do. Our guests are still talking about how amazing the wedding was and that would not have been possible without Sarah, Olio and her whole team. Book here!! We can't recommend it enough. -
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Joel Sent on 08/27/2023Great Experience with Olio!
Our wedding at Olio was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we toured and met with Sarah, the owner of Olio, we knew the venue was a special place. Not only is the space beautiful, it’s one of the few where you can make it your own, which was incredibly appealing to us.
We also decided to work with Sarah as our day-of coordinator through her Without a Hitch business, which was one of the best decisions we made. Sarah is incredibly organized, responsive, and resourceful, and between this and having our wedding at Olio, we knew we were in good hands.
Bringing different vendors to Olio to create your own personal space could bring its challenges, but that was not the case one bit. Sarah worked seamlessly with all of our vendors, and between her communication, coordination, and dedication, she ensured our wedding day went smoothly and according to plan. She was also helpful as we thought through the layout and flow, something we greatly appreciated.
We cannot thank Sarah and her team at Olio enough for making our wedding such a special day! Our guests loved it and so did we! -
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Steve Sent on 08/19/2023The coolest wedding venue!
We can't recommend Olio enough. It was one of the first decisions we made when planning our wedding. We chose to build everything around this amazing venue because we knew how special of a space it was.
We also chose to work with Sarah as our day-of-coordinator who also owns the venue. She really made everything perfect the day of our wedding and was there to help and answer questions at any time as we were planning.
I can't tell you how many compliments we received for picking such a cool and unique venue and all of our guests had such a fun time. It really is a space that you can make your own and bring your vision of the perfect wedding day to life. -
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Kayleigh Sent on 07/29/2023We Love Olio!!!
Our wedding at Olio in June was more than we could have ever hoped for! If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind venue that allows you to create your dream wedding, then Olio is the perfect choice. Sarah, the owner of Olio, and her day of coordinating business Without A Hitch made our day effortless. She is organized and cares about making your day the best. Her love of love clearly shows, and we couldn’t be more thankful. Sarah's professionalism and dedication were evident throughout the entire event. She ensured that everything ran seamlessly, coordinating with vendors and managing the timeline precisely.
One of Olio's standout features is its freedom when it comes to decorating. We had the liberty to infuse our personalities into every aspect of the venue, which made our wedding truly unique and reflective of who we are as a couple. The industrial backdrop served as a blank canvas, allowing us to let our creativity run wild.
Sarah and Without A Hitch was an absolute delight to work with. From the get-go, she understood our vision for the wedding and provided valuable suggestions to enhance it further. Her flexibility and willingness to accommodate our ideas made planning a breeze.
On the event day, the venue looked nothing short of magical. With the help of Sarah and her team, every detail fell perfectly into place...and that’s a big task when you have 200 guests!
Our wedding at Olio was an unforgettable experience. It was the perfect blend of modernity and intimacy, and we owe it all to the incredible venue and Sarah's exceptional care and expertise.
If you're searching for a versatile event space that allows you to create a wedding that truly reflects your style, then Olio is the place to be. Thank you, Olio and Sarah, for giving us the wedding of our dreams and memories to cherish forever!
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Annie Sent on 07/06/2023
Perfect industrial venue
Olio is a hidden gem in the North Shore! We just got married in April, and Olio was an integral part of our wedding’s magic. It’s a beautiful space, and with just a few flowers and lights it absolutely blossomed–our guests raved about the venue! It was such a breeze to have our ceremony & reception all in one place, and the transition process was seamless.
Sarah was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process–from the first time we stepped into the venue, to post-wedding loose ends, she was available to help us. Sarah and her staff are attentive, detail-oriented, and caring. They are clearly in the right business! -
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Jennifer Sent on 06/20/2023February Wedding
All I can say is that this venue was everything I envisioned and more! A blank space turned into a backyard vibe on the coldest day of the year. We are so grateful to the whole Olio staff for making our vision a reality. Having a venue with the space to hold your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one is everything (especially for cold winter weddings)! The ceremony space turned into a huge dance floor with enough room for a Band, Photo Booth and a few Cornhole sets. I wish I could relive my wedding day all over again! -
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Lauren Sent on 06/07/2023Stunning Space
Finding the right spot to host a wedding is one of the first but stressful parts of the planning process. Dates, aesthetic, facility, and staff all play huge factors in what you want your final vision to be. We had been looking for something that had a story: great bones, history, and function but also fit of desire for a softer industrial vibe. Once we met Sarah and toured Olio it was both a relief and easy call to move forward. To start – her passion for the building’s history as an old theater was evident in her tone when she walked us through it. From the beams in the ceiling, the solid blocks of concrete that form the walls, the uniquely laid 2x4 floor, to the massive windows that allow afternoon light to spill in all add to the magic that is this space.
We had a long list of partners who we tasked with bringing our vision to life – honor the vibe of the space but soften it with soft lighting, plush furniture, and greenery. Every step of the way Sarah and her team worked with us and our team to make it happen and when we walked into the space on the day of our wedding we were blown away by the scene before us. There are lots of things that make Olio a special place to host your wedding/event – the flexibility of the space, the location, the ease of partner access and handicap access (which was critical for our event). We truly felt like they let us “borrow” their house for the night to have the party we envisioned.
Special shout out for Miss Tiesha who was on site for the whole event and helped us sort the elevator and acted as an exceptional “host” while we were there.
If you are thinking about a space to host your next event, dance party, special occasion just take a quick tour and bring your imagination. It will be an easy choice from there.
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Hannah Sent on 01/12/2023ALL the praise for Olio!
We recently got married at Olio on New Year’s Eve and it truly was the best day of our lives, it was everything we could have dreamed of and so SO much more.
Olio itself is so unique and charming, which is exactly what we were looking for in a wedding venue. When you walk up the stairs, the size of the space alone is truly breathtaking. The original walls and features, gorgeous floors and massive windows add so much character, and the modern industrial vibe is something we didn’t even come close to finding at any other venue we toured. We knew immediately that Olio was our choice!
Olio was the perfect wedding venue for us from start to finish and working with Sarah and her team was nothing short of AMAZING. Throughout our entire year and a half of planning, Sarah was extremely quick and kind to respond to any and all of my questions and concerns. We also hired her for her coordination services through Without A Hitch and it was one of our best decisions. She made sure our wedding day ran smoothly, she kept me calm and took into consideration all of our wants and needs. She truly made everything we wanted to happen, happen!
It’s now been a couple weeks since our big day, and our guests are still talking about how amazing, beautiful and fun our wedding was! People are calling it the party of the year lol. I was born and raised in Peabody, and a large majority of our guests are also Peabody residents.. they truly couldn’t believe that this gem has been hidden right downtown!
We are forever grateful for Olio and Sarah for giving us the best, most beautiful and perfect wedding that felt so much like US. My husband and I, our family and friends all truly made memories that will last a lifetime!
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Rachael Sent on 12/14/2022
Olio is a treasure!
My husband and I thankfully stumbled upon Olio when we typed in “unique, industrial wedding venue.” When we arrived and stepped inside the lobby area, it looked so clean, bright and modern. Then we went up the stairs and WOWWWW - we were legitimately speechless. The enormous room with so many historical features and endless possibilities really blew us away. It’s a blank canvas, waiting for you to design the best day of your life in ANY way you want! We secured our date with Sarah within a couple of days and I’m so glad we did. Not only is it a gorgeous venue, but Sarah and her team were also incredibly speedy and helpful in answering any emails and questions we had along the way.
Now that our wedding is a few months behind us, we really can’t imagine having it at any other place. It was truly the best day of our lives and we got so many compliments from our guests on what a seamless and fun wedding it was.
We are forever grateful to Sarah & team for everything they do. If you’re looking for something different than the usual beach or hotel wedding, you should really choose Olio!!
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Sarah Sent on 12/13/2022Unique venue with amazing team
We knew we did not want a traditional venue and when we came upon Olio in our search, every other option fell away. With my background in theater and event planning, and having a very handy, woodwork loving husband, the history of Olio immediately stood out to us. During our initial tour my own mother was very hesitant about having to fill the wide open space but when we walked in before the ceremony she said "you chose right!" Sarah, Kara and Ellen were so helpful and supportive throughout the whole process. Through social media I was constantly able to utilize their page for updates, ideas, vendors and resources to not make me feel overwhelmed in planning. They were organized, communicative, well staffed and welcoming of all our vendors and guests - and how can you not love a mother-daughter team and their story?! Thank you all for making our day so special. Our guests continue to talk about it and I will forever refer all my friends, family, and whoever will listen, to consider Olio for their event. -
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Brittany Sent on 11/30/2022everything you could ever want
I cannot say enough good things about Olio. The space, the staff, the vibe - everything was perfect. From the very first tour, Sarah welcomed us with open arms and for the two years leading up to our wedding, she was always available for questions. Our guests loved the gorgeous, unique space and there was more than enough room for 160 people. It was great that we were able to pick our own vendors to create the perfect vision and they had nothing but nice things to say about the venue. We are so thankful for all their hard work to make our day perfect. -
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Micki Sent on 11/05/2022Truly One of a Kind
We knew from the moment we saw Olio online that it was the perfect venue for us. As a result it was the only venue we looked at before booking. We knew it was meant to be when the date we desperately wanted, 10.15.22, was the only Saturday they had left in October at the time that we booked.
We wanted an industrial space that was a blank canvas where we could create something unique. As a photographer and graphic designer I knew I didn't want our wedding to look just like everyone else's and Olio gave us the creative freedom to do just that.
The space is absolutely gorgeous with its soaring ceilings, concrete walls, abundant natural light and unique hardwood floors. Olio has everything you could possibly need, updated bathrooms on the first and second floor, a lift for accessibility, a comfortable office so the guests can't see the bride before the ceremony, abundant space for onsite ceremony and reception, and so much more.
We loved our initial tour with Sarah, her energy and passion is contagious and it was a delight to walk the space with her while learning about the history of the venue. Sarah is a true professional, she was so helpful throughout the entire process and she is so responsive to any request or question. We adored Sarah so much that we ended up booking her other company Without a Hitch for coordination as well.
We can't thank Sarah enough for all her help and we will happily recommend Olio and Without a Hitch to our friends and family in the future. -
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Db49422Bb4990Bd5B9F540Ad9Ffdf75Eb7C875Ba Sent on 08/31/2022
Stunning venue for a modern wedding!
Olio has officially cemented a special place in mine and my husband’s hearts. We decided to book with Olio for our wedding reception the same day we toured the space. Aside from the convenient location for our friends and family, the space has so many beautiful features that made our reception magical. From the historic background to the original wood floors, everything about Olio screams “this space is for you.” We had lots of colors and lights at our wedding reception and everything popped amazingly against the cement walls. I want to plan another wedding just so I can book Olio again. This mother-daughter owned venue is so special, and we are so overjoyed with how we made the space our own. Sarah is also phenomenal and always available to answer any questions. Thank you for making our wedding reception so memorable and joyous! -
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Kelsey Sent on 08/27/2022Perfect Wedding Venue
From the moment we walked into Olio for our first tour, I was awestruck by the grandiose space. As a designer with a specific aesthetic in mind, it was important for me to choose a venue that truly felt beautiful and unique even without any decor set up in it–and Olio is exactly that! Sarah and Ellen have done an incredible job preserving the history of the space, yet still making it feel modern and industrial. We ultimately picked Olio for its aesthetic, but also for its location as we wanted to be in a place where guests would enjoy spending the 4th of July weekend. It is driving distance to all of the waterfront hot spots on the North Shore and our guests were excited to take day trips to Rockport, Gloucester, and Salem over the weekend. Before the ceremony, the space was perfect for our first look with our photographer, it provided a historical backdrop for family photos and had an office space for us to hide away and collect our thoughts before the ceremony. My husband and I were within walking distance of many backdrops for our formal photos and had so much fun jumping around town with our photographer. It was also important for us to have the ceremony and reception in the same spot and Olio is large and accommodating enough to provide exactly that. We brought a lot of decor ourselves and Olio was able to let us drop off items the day before and pick them up the morning after which really let us enjoy our actual day without worrying about set up or break down.
Since Sarah has much experience working in the wedding industry, we chose vendors per her preferred list and the day went off without a hitch because all of our vendors were familiar with working with Sarah and at Olio. Because of the history of the space, the acoustics for our band let guests dance and party the night away! On the day of our wedding, we received the ultimate compliment over and over from our guests as we heard “this space is so you!”.
1000% recommend Olio for *any* event!
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Lyuba Sent on 06/20/2022Absolute perfection
We fell in love with the dramatic walls, wooden floors, and giant windows almost immediately. Olio is such a flexible, gorgeous, and frankly inspiring space that we were able to realize our entire vision and easily create different atmospheres as the night went on. We couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else, it was absolutely perfect. -
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Brenna Sent on 04/11/2022
Wonderful event space!
We had our wedding at Olio this past Saturday, April 9, 2022. The owners and staff are super helpful with answering any questions, flexible for site visits, and their preferred vendors are all amazing. The space is GORGEOUS and a blank slate to turn it into whatever kind of event you want it to be. Such a pleasant experience and I will be recommending to anyone looking for an event space in the future! -
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Mike Sent on 01/31/2022
Stunning! Our dream venue!
Olio is absolutely stunning! They were the first and only wedding venue that we toured, and we couldn’t be happier with our decision. When entering Olio, the first floor was unassuming, and we weren't sure if we were in the same space that we had seen in the photos. But wow, when you head over to the stairs! After walking up the grand stairs to the event space, we knew we found the venue for our dream wedding. We were looking for a modern, alternative space that we could hold the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. Planning a wedding during the pandemic, we needed a venue that had plenty of space to spread out while also feeling intimate and personal. Olio was the perfect space. We both have a minimalistic design sense, so the exposed concrete walls, hardwood floors and impressive windows create such a beautiful space that we didn’t need to go over the top with decorations. It was so cool to hear the history of the space; a detail our guests loved. Sarah was so positive and helpful through the whole process; answering any questions we had and checking in regularly. -
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Lauren Sent on 01/03/2022
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We have been married for over a month now and for a month I’ve tried the best way to put into words our experience at Olio. From the moment we booked to the day of our wedding everything was perfection. Even that word almost does not do it justice. We are two teachers who to say the least have had a crazy year (like us all). Planning a wedding while teaching during a pandemic is a feat. But planning a wedding with Sarah at Olio and her team at Without A Hitch makes all things possible. We searched high and low for a unique wedding space we could make our own. We found that and more in Olio. The venue is a blank canvas where you can design the space into whatever it is you want. We struggled with many layouts in other venues where ceremony spaces, bars, and dance floors were just where they were. No room for changes or thinking outside the box. We knew we wanted a memorable space where guests have never been before and could flow freely to dinner, bar, lounge area, and dance floor. Olio is a venue where you can truly create an atmosphere where your wedding day exudes your style and celebrates your love. It is not your generic wedding factory that pumps out the same wedding every weekend. I have been beyond inspired the way that space has changed through each event, wedding, or photo shoot. The space is more than just a wedding venue and speaks for itself the second you get to the top of the stairs. We cannot thank Olio enough for our experience and for finding the beauty in the space they built from the ground up. For Sarah and her team for dreaming up a vision which allows us and others to enjoy the same love. We highly recommend Olio for your wedding or event space needs! -
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Jacqui Sent on 12/19/2021Incredible!
We loved the venue so much. It was extremely customizable and flexible. Sarah was extremely responsive and supportive through the whole experience. Lindsay was amazing the night of the event. Highly recommend this gorgeous space. -
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Jenn Sent on 12/02/2021Non-traditional dream come true!
Olio was the first and only wedding venue we toured after getting engaged in 2019. While we didn't know exactly what we wanted, we knew we were picturing something non-traditional that we could make our own and as soon as we saw Olio, we were sold. We booked our original date for April 2021 and made the decision to shift to the fall due to COVID rates. Sarah was super helpful in rescheduling our date to November 2021. As a venue owner, she's incredibly quick to respond to any and all questions and always has helpful vendor ideas. Everyone we hired at her recommendation was professional and easy to work with - including our afterparty at Granite Coast Brewing right down the block. We were married on a cold, rainy day (good luck for our marriage!) but inside Olio, it was warm and cozy. We brought in string lights, gold chiavari chairs, all white linens, bright florals, velvet lounge furniture and LOTS of candles. Our guests loved the beautiful, unique space with plenty of room to spread out for ceremony, cocktails, dinner and dancing - so important as we continue through the pandemic. At Olio, your dream wedding can become a reality! -
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Elise Sent on 11/17/2021Perfectly Imperfect Space
We loved that this venue was the opposite of a country-club wedding. We wanted character, history, and a big open space and Olio was unmatched. A bonus? My now-husband and I met working at a movie theatre and the fact that this was an old theater was absolutely perfect. Sarah was great up until the very last second she was willing and able to answer questions and make accommodations for us. All of our guests were blown away by the venue and space itself and couldn't have imagined a more personal feeling to a wedding. Olio lets you create your own vibe within its space which is magical. Please consider having your wedding here, especially if you want it to be uniquely you - it was a dream. -
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Patrick Sent on 10/24/2021Remarkably Unique
Olio provided us with the most stunning venue for both our elopement and reception. The team at Olio was extremely accommodating during our Covid reschedules and treated us with compassion and professionalism during such a crazy time. On top of the exceptional team, the venue itself is a remarkable and unique experience north of Boston. Our guests still talk about the impressive concrete walls and high ceilings. Olio was the perfect backdrop for our love story. -
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Taylor Sent on 10/20/2021Exactly As I Had Imagined!
I cannot say enough good things about Olio. From booking in the middle of a pandemic to them blowing away all my expectations. I would recommend this venue 100 times over. Don't let the downtown location fool you. The pictures are amazing and walking up that special staircase whisks you away to an entirely different world. I wish I could relive it over and over again. -
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Steph Sent on 07/19/2021Olio wedding
We had our wedding at Olio this past weekend and it was so perfect! It is such a unique and beautiful space to work with. Sarah was great from the time we toured the venue in the fall until our wedding day in July especially keeping up with all of the changes with COVID. She is so responsive and answered every little specific question we had along the way. We are so glad we chose this venue!!! -
Leah Sent on 05/14/2021
Exceptional experience with amazing people.
I found Olio in the middle of a pandemic and fell absolutely in love with the space. It was a blank canvas that has a charm all its own and knew it would have so much to offer for our wedding.
I reached out to Sarah and from start to finish she was so incredibly helpful and kind. The work and love she has put into Olio truly shows.
Everything about our wedding day was far beyond what I could have ever hoped for. The people who pulled it all together, the outside vendors she put us in contact with and the comfort of the space itself was magical. I couldn’t have asked for more. -
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Yeji Sent on 04/23/202110/10 Reccomend!
Olio is an absolutely stunning, one of a kind, and beautiful event space, perfect for any wedding! I am so thrilled with my experience with Olio for my April 2021 wedding. Yes, a pandemic wedding! Sarah (the owner) was wonderful from begining to day of event, and so patient with the ever changing circumstances. Her true passion for Olio was contagious and I think I love the event almost as much as her now. As I was planning my wedding over a year ago, I knew that I wanted a space that was unique and not the typical "shiny white" wedding venue and Olio was the perfect industrial vibe steeped in rich history. It is also such a blank canvas, and I was really able to make my own vision come to life within the space. I would definately reccomend Olio for your wedding! -
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Brianna Sent on 02/25/2021Pandemic wedding
When we first started wedding planning the shutdown was just beginning. Olio was the only venue we were able to tour, but it didn't matter because it felt like home the second we walked up those stairs. We had big plans; intimate ceremony with just our close friends and family and then a massive party to immediately follow. We didn’t want a traditional wedding and Olio was perfect for that, no strict vendor preferences, nothing that would hold us back from making the space and the day whatever we wanted. We had high hopes that the world would be back to normal by November 2020 and we’d be able to have the party we wanted. Well it wasn’t and we couldn’t. Sarah was there from start to finish with every change of plan and every new idea. Olio came up with the most amazing covid safe wedding packages just in time and we were still able to have our intimate ceremony and enjoy the beautiful space. It wasn’t the day we planned, but we wouldn’t change it for the world.
I would recommend Olio to anyone I know, not just for a wedding, but literally any party or function you could dream up, Olio would make it happen. -
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Lisa Sent on 11/20/2020Such a positive experience!
We were so happy to have found Olio. We both wanted a venue that had character, could provide the moody, industrial, and chic vibe we were going for... we wanted it to be local, offer a great package, and would have staff that could help us execute a special moment during unprecedented times (COVID)! Olio was that place; it is absolutely stunning and such a hidden gem near Boston! We had two months to pull this off, and throughout our planning, I kept getting comments about being "the calmest bride ever" and "you sure you don't need any help/" and that is because Sarah and her preferred vendors (Jessie Felix the photographer, Devin from Fluer & Stitch and Melissa from Premier Catering), had me feeling like everything was taken care of. Sarah was always in contact, checking in, and responsive to my communication. And, she provided day-of coordination that was executed so beautifully that we were got to really enjoy our wedding day without hiccups! This was the perfect place for our wedding and I would recommend Sarah, and her venue, again and again. -
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Jade Sent on 11/14/2020Pick. This. Venue!
CANNOT say enough good things about Olio!!! My husband and I had looked at a few different venues but as soon as we met with Sarah and saw the venue, both of us knew right away that this was the place. The venue is so unique compared to anything we’ve seen, absolutely perfect for our Halloween wedding. Sarah was just *amazing* - we basically planned the wedding in 6 weeks. She walked us through the entire process (a huge feat, because I’m the most indecisive person I know and I had no ideas set in stone lol). The vendors that they work with were just as helpful and everything from the food, flowers, photography and set up was perfect. -
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Jessie Sent on 10/31/2020
Above and Beyond
As what some would call a Corona Bride, having a wedding in 2020 has been a daunting and sometimes honestly depressing task. Until... We came across Olio and started working with Sarah. Sarah took away allllll of the stress and anxiety that my now Husband and I were feeling after canceling our initial wedding. She was patient, flexible, and all around supportive and helpful throughout the whole process. We ultimately planned and pulled off such an amazing wedding in just 6 weeks, in large part due to the help of Sarah and the flexibility that Olio offered. The space itself is stunning and really allows you to make any unique vision come true. I told Sarah I wanted lots of candles and romantic vibes, and she TRULY delivered, even beyond what I could have hoped for. The vendors she works with are also truly amazing and all around it was the best experience. I would highly recommend Olio to anybody & everybody! -
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Kathryn Sent on 09/12/2020Stunning and Accommodating
Olio is the best wedding venue on the North Shore. It is truly a hidden gem. We toured Olio during the construction process and were instantly drawn in by its size and ambiance. The industrial walls and wood floors were a perfect match for our vision. We have visited many times and are always spellbound by the size of the room. Beyond its stunning interior and historic features, Olio offers peace of mind throughout the planning process as owner Sarah Narcus walks you through every step of the way. Like many other couples, our wedding was rescheduled twice due to Covid-19 and Olio was beyond accommodating every step of the way. Sarah made us feel like we were truly in this together; she experienced all of the emotions with us and was a guiding light through the rescheduling process. We eloped at Olio on 8/8 using one of their new elopement packages while our vow renewal and reception will be held at Olio next August. We cannot wait to work with Sarah again and highly recommend Olio. -
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Pillar Sent on 08/26/2020Wedding venue at Olio
I planned my wedding in 20 days. Sarah the owner/ miracle worker of Olio made it all possible. She helped me out with every detail and she was amazing. She’s super responsive and gets back to me within minutes. She helped me find vendors from makeup to videographers. Olio is stunning by itself and I barely needed to decorate it. I found it while browsing online and fell in love with it. I knew it was perfect for the intimate wedding I dreamed about. I could go o forever about how dreamy, romantic and peaceful my ceremony was but for now I’ll just say it was worth everything minute. Olio is the perfect opportunity for a rustic and elegant wedding. My husband and I love Sarah and we couldn’t be more pleased with our wedding. She’s truly in the business of making people’s dreams come true. She was an essential part of our dream day. Thank you so much Sarah! -
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Mark Sent on 07/22/2020
Just pick Olio! Beautiful industrial chic venue and top-notch team
We got married in March 2020 (just hours before the world shut down for COVID-19) and could not be happier that we chose to host our reception at Olio!
When we were searching for a venue, we wanted to find a space that provided us the flexibility to execute our vision, instead of having the same cookie cutter reception that venues host each weekend. After finding Olio, we were immediately attracted to the ability to bring in our caterer and band/DJ of choice and to decorate the space as we wished. Plus, when we toured Olio, we were blown away by the beautiful walls, the natural light flowing in through the windows, and the massive amounts of space. The combination of flexibility and the physical space at a very reasonable price made choosing Olio an easy decision.
As we planned the wedding, Sarah was a delight to work with! Since she has years of experience in the industry, she was able to direct us toward fantastic vendors and reminded us to think about details that we may have otherwise overlooked. She was extremely responsive to our questions and felt like a true part of our team throughout the process. Especially in the final days leading up to the wedding as COVID-19 started to pop up in Boston, Sarah reassured us that whatever happened she would work with us to make sure the day was everything we dreamed, even if we had to reschedule.
Thankfully, we were able to host the wedding (mostly) as planned, and Olio was better than we imagined! We bussed our guests up to Peabody from Boston, and loading and unloading was extremely easy thanks to the reserved space in front of the building. Despite being a 30-45 minute ride on the bus, everyone said it was an easy trip! The venue looked fantastic in the early evening sunlight, and there was more than enough room for us to divide the space into a cocktail hour/dancing area and dinner seating for our 130 guests. Everyone loved the distinctive venue and had a blast.
We're incredibly happy and thankful that we chose Olio and could not recommend the venue and the team more! -
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Ashley Sent on 07/13/2020Just fantastic!
Sarah is amazing, especially in such a crazy and turbulent time for weddings! We toured the space while trying to come up with a back-up plan for our 2020 wedding. The space is beautiful, has such flexibility and I would highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique, modern, industrial space. The team at Olio is absolutely fantastic and will make you feel right at home! -
Kayla Sent on 10/22/2019
Industrial Dream
I don’t even know where to begin with how amazing my experience with Olio was. When I first contacted Olio, they were very much under construction. I booked the venue after no tour, not seeing any pictures. But Sarah described her vision and assured me it was going to be amazing. Leading up to the wedding, Sarah kept me in the loop with all the construction details and sending me lots of pictures. When I finally got to see the finished product, it was better than I could have ever envisioned. The floors are absolutely gorgeous. The walls are so industrial, which is exactly what I wanted. The HUGE windows are to die for! You are able to bring in whatever you would like to decorate, so the venue truly does become one of a kind for your wedding. So many of my guests told me how much they adored the space and how unique is was from the cookie cutter wedding venue. Sarah is an absolute dream to work with (she was also my day of coordinator). She has so much knowledge and was there to answer any questions I had immediately, even right after giving birth! If we ever an excuse for another big party, it will be with Olio and Sarah! -
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Greg Sent on 10/16/2019
Stunning Venue, a Breathtaking Experience!!!
We used this newly renovated space for a promotional video shoot and our experience was outstanding. After Sarah & Ellen took over this old theater, we believed in their vision and always knew it would be a magical renovation. They are so passionate about bringing this building back to life, and they're equally passionate about taking great care of their clients. We had a wonderful experience working and recording in this space and couldn't be more pleased with the end the result. The combination of the warm wood tones on the floor, against the industrial walls and the high ceilings, makes for such a dramatic impact that will wow anyone lucky enough to spend some time here. Great job ladies and thank you so much for hosting us. Can't wait to come back! -
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Tony Sent on 09/28/2019Stop looking, this is the one!! Beautiful modern/industrial space for dream wedding
We had a fast, 5 month engagement, so when we heard about Olio from our florist, we felt like it serendipitously matched what we were looking for: a modern/industrial space with a blank slate agreement for full creative freedom. If you're excited about the idea of being able to style your wedding exactly how you've always dreamed of, keep reading.
Sarah, the venue owner, is a rock star. She was super good at communicating, checking in on us and making sure we were good. It was fun to dream about what our wedding would look like on our first visit, since Sarah also has a cool creative mind.
The space has really nice perks you won't find anything else, like some parking in the back, included tables and chairs, and awesome natural light through humongous windows. And you really can do whatever your heart desires. No more finding-a-decent-venue-except-the-weird-carpet, or obliging to a hotel's outdated designs. Just a big space to fill with your big-day imagination. We also wanted to have both our ceremony and reception in the same big space, and just quickly flipped the room during cocktail hour.
We've only gotten positive remarks from all our guests, who loved how unique the space was, how beautiful the concrete walls were, and just the vibes. We joke that we're gonna do our 10 year party at Olio again, but also we hope it's not a joke.
Seriously, call Sarah, get a sense of how passionate she is, and schedule a visit! We really can't do Olio justice until you see the space yourself.
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Sarah Sent on 08/30/2019Best Wedding Venue!
Olio event space made my dream wedding come true! As one of the first weddings in this space the summer of 2019 we booked the space before the renovations were finished, but the final product was better than my greatest imagination. The finished space took my breath away! If you are looking for an edgy, industrial, hip location for your event this is the place. The women who run Olio are simply amazing. They worked with my husband and I through our 7 month engagement and were literally flawless! I cannot recommend them enough. I kid you not every email I sent (and there were a lot of them!) was responded to the same day and usually MINUTES later. Simply amazing. Any road bump in planning our wedding Sarah was right there to help us find a solution. Sarah is very knowledge about the area of Peabody and was always recommending cool places near Olio to check out and other great vendors to work with for our wedding which made the wedding planning process a billion times easier. Seriously cannot recommend this place enough. On the ascetic side of things, I don't think you can find a cooler place to host an event. The original cement walls and wood floors speak for themselves, but also create a blank slate to do whatever your heart desires for decor which for a DIY kinda bride this was exactly what I wanted! I'm already happy for future brides that get to have the pleasure of getting married here!
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