11 Unique Wedding Venues in Pittsburgh
If a classic ballroom isn't your thing, check out these unique wedding venues in the Pittsburgh area!
If you’re a couple who would isn’t into traditional ballroom or country club wedding venues, a unique wedding venue in Pittsburgh is a must. Fortunately, the Steel City has a variety of truly unique event spaces where you can host your big day. From museums to stadiums, boats to theaters, zoos, and more, there are so many cool Pittsburgh wedding venues to choose from.
Check out a few of our favorite unique wedding venues in Pittsburgh.
Carnegie Science Center
If you’re a science buff, there may be no better Pittsburgh wedding venue than the Carnegie Science Center. Not only is this space filled with amazing exhibits and cool architecture, it also has some of the most amazing views of the city. In fact, the recently opened PointView Hall offers incredible skyline views as well as a contemporary vibe. You can even host your ceremony under the stars in the Buhl Planetarium. Another space for wedding receptions is the Works Theater which will totally wow your guests.
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Phipps Conservatory
Known as one of the best garden wedding venues in the world, this unique wedding venue in Pittsburgh allows you to marry indoors or out. We love the Tropical Forest Conservatory, which provides a glass-enclosed space with a tropical feel—even in the colder times of year. There’s also an outdoor garden, which is ideal for ceremonies in the warmer months, and the French-inspired Broderie Room for intimate ceremonies. This venue is a 2018 Couple’s Choice Award winner, and receives raves from couples for its attentive staff.
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Heinz History Center
History lovers will absolutely adore this unique wedding venue in Pittsburgh, which has an industrial feel that’s oh-so-trendy right now. Your guests will be absolutely wowed by the historic artifacts here, including the vintage vehicles, like an antique fire engine, in the Great Hall. The Mueller Center is a fabulous reception space, and features a wall of windows and outdoor deck. This venue can host larger weddings of up to 300 guests.
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Gateway Clipper Fleet
What could be more romantic than hosting a sunset wedding ceremony aboard a stunning boat overlooking the city? Whether you’re hosting a larger reception for over 300 guests or a smaller more intimate celebration, this is an ideal venue with several packages to fit your style and budget. This is a particularly great unique venue if you’re hosting a lot of out-of-town guests—the Gateway Clipper Fleet provides amazing views of Pittsburgh—and great food, too!
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Andy Warhol Museum
If you’re looking for a space that’s a bit offbeat, the Andy Warhol Museum is one of the most unique wedding venues in Pittsburgh. You’ll love the museum’s contemporary feel, particularly the first floor entrance space, which resembles Warhol’s famous factory and is an ideal site for receptions. Ceremonies can be held in the Warhol Theater. You can also provide access to the gallery floors so that your guests can admire the famed artist’s most beloved works.
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Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh
Kids and kids at heart will be delighted by this Pittsburgh wedding venue—it has a nostalgic, child-like feel while remaining appropriately elegant for a wedding. The Big Red Room offers 4,700 square feet of event space and can host up to 230 guests for a seated dinner with a dance floor. The Backyard adds outdoor space to your event, as well, and there are a variety of spaces for ceremonies from the theater to the Old Post Office space. If possible, we recommend renting out the entire museum so your friends and family can enjoy all of the exhibits—and you can have access to all the amazing photo ops.
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Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Always dreamed of getting married surrounded by wildlife? It’s totally possible for animal lovers to get married at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. This all-inclusive venue offers three spaces where you can host your big day, including the PPG Aquarium itself, where you can enjoy dinner and dancing next to sharks and exotic fish. This space has a capacity of 200 guests for a seated dinner. The breathtaking Water’s Edge allows your guests to view polar bears, sea otters and seals as they enter, and can accommodate 140 guests for a seated dinner. And for a more traditional wedding space, the 7,200 square foot Garden Tent has a classic and dreamy feel and is ideal for larger weddings of up to 500 guests for a seated reception.
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Stage AE
Couples with a flair for the dramatic will adore this venue, conveniently located near Heinz Field on Pittsburgh’s North Shore. This entertainment complex has a raw, industrial feel (again, so on-trend!) and has outdoor space as well. From the Club at Stage AE, which can accommodate up to 400 guests, to the Indoor Music Hall which can host 450 people, you’ll have several spaces to choose from for ceremonies and receptions—and the ability to dress up the contemporary venue to fit your personal style.
PNC Park
Sports fans, we’ve found your perfect wedding venue. Yes, you can actually get married at PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Host your ceremony at home plate or in the dugout with your family and friends sitting in the stands, and your reception inside the stadium itself. This is also a popular space for rehearsal dinners and other special events. Couples rave about the catering and of course, the views of downtown Pittsburgh.
Bramblewood
Yes, there are quite a few barn wedding venues in the Pittsburgh area, but this is one of the most unique. Located in Mc Donald, about 30 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, it’s certainly worth the drive. The open-span architecture with cathedral arching is truly a sight to see, and one that will certainly take your guests’ breath away. There’s also an outdoor space where you can host your ceremony overlooking a lake, and 160 acres of land for plenty of amazing photo opportunities. This venue is a 2018 Couple’s Choice Award winner and can accommodate up to 200 guests for a seated dinner.
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Clear Story Studio
If you’re planning a wedding with a laid-back and cool feel, check out this studio space in Pittsburgh’s Historic Southside. You’ll love the open floor plan, the artwork, and the high ceilings, plus the flexibility of the wedding planners on staff. This is definitely a venue where you can let your creativity run wild. While the venue has a capacity of 200 guests, it’s also a great space for more intimate events.
