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The Grand Event Center

The Grand Event Center

Columbus, OH
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    Hayley M. Sent on 12/21/2022
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    Absolutely amazing

    Shannah and the Grand Event Center were absolutely AMAZING. From every step of the planning process, Shannah was so responsive and helpful. She made the planning process a dream for us!! Our wedding was stunning thanks to Shannah and the amazing staff at the Grand Event Center!! We highly recommend them!!!!
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    Kathy H. Sent on 12/16/2022
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    Beyond my highest hopes!

    I am the mother of the Bride.

    The bride is the youngest of our three daughters.

    This winter wonderland reception had to be perfect.

    Shannah, Leighton, Chef and the staff absolutely NAILED IT!!

    The Grand is a well oiled machine. Shannah is prompt and efficient, returning emails and phone calls quickly, taking care of endless details and ensuring that our wedding weekend ran smoothly and beautifully. The touches the entire staff put on the reception we’re amazing, the food Chef prepared was hot and delicious and attractively plated.

    We surprised everyone with an appearance from Brutus Buckeye. It was carried off perfectly!

    If I could change one thing, it would be…NOTHING!! I am still floating from the fantastic experience we had at The Grand!

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    Kelsey H. Sent on 12/15/2022
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    Incredible!

    The minute we walked in to the center we knew we wanted to get married there. I love how the pricing is transparent and per person! We invited 260 people and had 200 attend so this was the perfect space to accommodate all of us. I can’t say enough good things about Shannah. Her guidance and recommendations helped so much! I was a little bummed about not getting to use the gorgeous courtyard since it was 30 degrees the day of our wedding but it was still a great place for photos they look magical!
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    Heidi O. Sent on 11/09/2022
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    Absolutely Wonderful!

    The Grand is an absolutely fantastic venue! They were responsive, flexible, and really helped us achieve the perfect day we were hoping for. Shannah is a dream to work with. Big thanks to the Grand for hosting our special day!
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    Theresa Sent on 10/21/2022
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    30th Anniversary Celebration

    Great service, venue, food, and experience for your guests. Simply wonderful.
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    Kyle K. Sent on 09/25/2022
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    Grand Event Center Wedding

    We loved the Grand Event Center for our wedding and everything went very smoothly. Our event coordinator Shannah Paddock was fun to work with and was extremely organized and helpful, which created a seamless experience. The space itself is beautiful from the outdoor space , to the ballroom, to the entry/bar area. The staff was very professional and on point with every detail. Everyone raved about the food, and the bar staff was great! We would recommend this venue for any couple looking for an all-inclusive wedding.
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    Samantha N. Sent on 08/21/2022
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    Wonderful Experience!

    The Grand Event Center staff did a FANTASTIC job with our wedding and reception. Shannah, the coordinator, is great to work with and SO helpful throughout the planning process. The room flip was extremely smooth and quick. Not to mention, the space itself is beautiful!! We had TONS of compliments on the food as well!! Highly recommend this venue for your wedding and reception.
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    Kylee A. Sent on 08/23/2022
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    The BEST venue experience!!!

    We got married on July 30th and could not have been happier with our venue choice!! Shannah and Leighton were wonderful to work with and the day went so smoothly. The food was delicious, the ballroom is stunning, and our guests loved using the patio too! On the day of we felt so taken care of and all the little details were handled for us. Every guest we have talked to can't say enough about how great the venue was and how well the day went! Justin and I are SO grateful to the staff and would recommend the venue to anyone looking in the Columbus area.
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    Fallon Sent on 08/02/2022
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    Amazing experience!

    Me and my husband just got married on 6.11.22 at the Grand Event Center. I truly cannot say enough good things! We got so many compliments from our guests that were saying it was one of the best weddings they had ever attended. The venue itself was gorgeous. The weather held out so we were able to utilize both inside and the outside courtyard. The food was beyond amazing as well! Normally you get wedding food and it’s just “eh” but I’m telling you the food was 5 stars! Shannah, our event coordinator was also so amazing! I can be very scatter brained when I start to get stressed and she kept me on track throughout the whole process and was so helpful! I am so happy we got married here. I 10/10 recommend to any future couples!
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    Amariah H. Sent on 05/26/2022
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    The absolute best venue!!!

    The Grand Event Center was the most amazing venue for our wedding day! The food is amazing and the location is ideal if you are looking for a wedding or event with lots of amenities surrounding. Shannah went above and beyond for us and made our special day more than we could have ever asked for! All of the staff was so accommodating and worked so hard to make our day the best it could be. I highly recommend this venue for your wedding or for any event.
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    Meghan Sent on 08/06/2022
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    Simply the best!

    Our wedding was four months ago, and people are STILL talking about it!! I can’t think of a more amazing venue to host the absolute best days of our lives! The team was perfection, and made our day smooth and stress free! We planned this wedding from out of state, but we never felt like that was an issue. The Grand worked tirelessly to make our long distance vision come to life… how they made it look effortless, I will never know.

    First, I would like to give a shout out to our coordinator. I can’t imagine what this wedding would have been like without Shannah Paddock… if you work with her, you will NOT be disappointed! Shannah made everything easy as could be, her creativity was out of this world, and her design was on point! And if you need a surprise prop (or your favorite cereal) during the speech portion of the night, she’s your gal! She was definitely made for this job and will work with the top notch team to make all the things come together better than imagined!

    From the cocktail hour space to the reception to the outdoor patio, believe me when I say it will surpass everything you’ve been hoping for for your wedding! I only wish I could attach a picture of my face when we first saw the space for the first time because it would explain it all!

    I’m a firm believer wedding food can make or break the mood for the night… and the food here was to die for! I cannot stress enough how wonderful Chef Collins did! I still dream of eating our wedding dinner over and over and over… this was yet another thing our guests raved about! No one left hungry, but everyone left wanting more!

    Lastly, having a hotel attached to your venue was probably the smartest thing we could have done… other than getting married! It was so nice to be able to eat, drink and walk/stumble back to the room to continue the party! More convenient than you could imagine!

    I cannot thank The Grand Event Center enough for everything they did for us… it was a day to remember, and I shall be recommending them to anyone who will listen!

    -Meghan and Greg Collins
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    Lisa V. Sent on 12/17/2021
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    Parents of the Bride

    It was an outstanding experience! Shannah and her staff could not have been more personable, accommodating and helpful. The days leading up to the wedding reception and the day of the reception was seamless. We did not have to worry about a thing, we knew that Shannah had everything covered. The staff did an excellent job decorating the venue as instructed by the bride. Dinner was delicious and the staff did a great job of serving the guests. Shannah not only treated the bride and groom like royalty the day of their wedding, she treated us like royalty as well. The venue is clean, well-designed and in a great location. We had an abundance of out-of-town guests and they loved how convenient it was that the venue was connected to the Marriott Courtyard where they stayed. I would recommend The Grand Event Center to anyone who wants to have a fabulous, worry-free wedding day.
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    Jackie B. Sent on 12/12/2021
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    Hands down the best!

    I can't say enough about how amazing our reception was at this venue! Shannah and the whole team are great to work with. The food is amazing, and there is a decor meeting a few days before the wedding where you talk about how you want the space decorated and hand over all your stuff - the whole team takes care of it and you don't have to lift a finger!

    Our guests were so impressed as well and could not stop talking about how great the food was. Also, the beer selection is great! They have local/craft options, which I didn't see at any of the other venues we checked out.
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    Sarah C. Sent on 12/28/2021
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    Best wedding venue in Columbus!

    Thank you is just not enough to the entire staff at The Grand Event Center. Shannah went above and beyond and completely exceeded our expectations! Chef Aaron is a magician in the kitchen, we are still getting compliments on the food. “Best wedding food ever!” Leighton and his banquet team are the best in the business! They are so professional and so kind. The server for the head table, Wilkinson, was amazing!
    The location was absolutely perfect for us and our guests. With the hotel right next door, guests did not even have to go outside and we did not have to worry about transportation. They loved the convenience and so did we!
    From the time we booked our venue, through the entire year of planning, to the days after the wedding, Shannah was so attentive and there for every question I had. She was always asking what she could do to help take the stress off me.
    Thank you so much to the entire team at The Grand Event Center and the Courtyard Marriott Columbus OSU! You have the best team, the best venue, and best food in Columbus! We would recommend them over and over again!
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    Trudy C. Sent on 01/01/2022
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    Perfectly Perfect!

    From the beginning the staff at the Grand Event Center worked to make Sarah and Zach's wedding a truly perfect day.
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    Lori B. Sent on 11/23/2021
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    Remarkable! We love the GEC!

    The Grand Event Center made our dreams come true for our daughter's wedding in October. Shannah and the staff were professional yet personable. We could not have asked for a better experience from start to finish. The food was outstanding as well as the service that was provided. We would recommend The GEC to everyone. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all of you!
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    Jenna A. Sent on 09/02/2021
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    We love the Grand Event Center!!

    We cannot recommend the Grand Event Center enough!! The venue has a great location, the space is beautiful, and the staff did a great job before and during the wedding. The food was delicious and numerous guests commented on the dinner and the space. It's a great option for a wedding and/or reception, especially for the price. The wedding coordinator was very attentive and was great to work with. We are so glad that we went with GEC!
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    Jennice W. Sent on 10/20/2020
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    Rescheduled wedding due to Covid

    My daughter’s June 2020 wedding had to be cancelled and rescheduled due to the Pandemic. This was so stressful to us, but we were luckily able to reschedule it. We chose another date at The Grand Event Center. They had all precautions in place, so no one at anytime, felt unsafe . It is a beautiful Venue! The Ceiling lights are so unique, and having the ability to use the connected Courtyard with String lights, several sofas and tables to relax in, and a fabulous fire pit, all added to the experience! The food was fabulous, and we had so many guests including a food blogger in attendance, that raved about it! Presentation was also lovely! Since the Brides family is from another city, having the Courtyard Marriott connected , made it all so convenient for everyone! Kate Vondenhuevel, director of events, was so helpful in every way. She always returned e mails in a very timely manner, and had a lot of great ideas! If you are looking for a Venue in the Columbus area, you need to go and see this place!! We couldn’t have been happier with how it all turned out !
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    Mariah P. Sent on 07/30/2021
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    Perfect Reception Venue!

    The Grand Event Center was absolutely AMAZING to work with for our June wedding! We originally planned to use their venue for our reception in 2020, but had to postpone due to covid. Kate helped us reschedule our wedding to 2021 flawlessly. She and her team did a fantastic job at ensuring every detail was considered and every question (I had A LOT of questions!) were answered. The staff working the event made all of our guests feel welcomed and relaxed throughout our reception. Shannnah made sure our decor was perfect and everything the day of was exactly what we envisioned. We are so happy we chose The Grand Event Center!
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    Debbie C. Sent on 05/04/2021
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    Absolutely the best place to have a wedding.

    My son and daughter in law had their wedding here. The food was scrumptious and the staff was so helpful and professional. Kate is so accommodating and great to work with.
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    Kristin Sent on 05/17/2021
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    Absolutely Splendid

    We decided to use the GEC for our wedding reception and we do not regret it.
    Kate was there for us every step of the way - from planning & food tasting to answering last minute questions and making very good suggestions.
    We couldn't have had our perfect reception without the GEC and the the help of their team. What could have been a very stressful day was made so easy and beautiful. Also shoutout to Chef Aaron Collins for making us the most delicious food! Guests are still raving about the food
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    Kelly S. Sent on 10/20/2020
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    Amazing!!!

    We loved it! They were amazing and the food...WOW!!!
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    Shaunta S. Sent on 10/12/2020
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    Fantastic wonderful experience

    Our wedding was more than we could have imagined!!! Everyone was so helpful and accommodating making the entire experience wonderful.
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    Jay J. Sent on 10/12/2020
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    Excellent service

    the grand event center is first class in service and hosting.
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