Welcome to
The Premier Wedding & Event Center in Columbus, Ohio
We create memorable experiences that add to your event that complement the charm of the venue. Come get to know us a little better by checking out our online wedding package below, reading more about us, booking a tour, checking available dates for 2026 a d 2027 or by requesting a quote. We would love to connect and show you around.
The Sanctuary on Neil is a historic wedding venue in Columbus, Ohio, offering a breathtaking setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions. With soaring ceilings, crystal chandeliers, stained-glass windows, floating wood dance floors, and a magnificent pipe organ serving as a focal point, the Sanctuary creates a timeless and unforgettable backdrop for your wedding day.
The venue features two main ballrooms, allowing for seamless transitions between ceremony and reception. Enhancing the guest experience is Sotto Terra, the Sanctuary’s underground space, most often used for wedding cocktail hour while the ballrooms are transformed for your reception.
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For couples planning a more intimate celebration, Sotto Terra may also be used for micro weddings, comfortably hosting up to 75 guests. With historic brick walls and a built-in stage, it offers a warm, inviting complement to the grandeur of the Sanctuary above.
Our experienced wedding team is dedicated to understanding your vision, thoughtfully considering every guest, and ensuring a flawless experience—from your first phone call to long after the final farewell.
When comparing other urban venues in Columbus The Sanctuary on Neil offers one of the most charming, historic, and affordable spaces in the Short North/Victorian Village. Host your wedding at The Sanctuary on Neil and create unforgettable memories in a space as extraordinary as your love.
What's some items that are included when you book The Sanctuary on Neil for an event?
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Tables and chairs for 175. There is a $300 charge for over 175 people.
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Two ballroom areas with room for both the ceremony and reception.
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Rooms for the wedding party to use.
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New sound system and club lighting.
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Speakeasy space in the lower level to use during set up hour
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Professional bar service and bartenders​
The wedding package above reflects our off-peak rates
Friday Peak…. $8,000
Off-Peak…. $5,650
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SaturdayPeak…. $6,000
Off-Peak…. $5,650
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SundayPeak…. $5,650
Off-Peak…. $5,200
Peak months include May - October
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Take a look at our 2026 and 2027 calendars to check if your date is available.
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Any vendor of goods and services for the client must maintain a minimum of $1 million in General Liability Insurance. The client must provide a certificate of insurance with an endorsement of sixty (60) days prior to the event for each vendor. Additionally, the client must obtain a one-day General Liability Insurance policy and Property Damage policy in the amount of $1 million for the event. The insurance policy shall include coverage for liquor liability. Such insurance policy must name The Sanctuary on Neil LLC as additional insured for the duration of the event. The client agrees to provide The Sanctuary with a certificate of insurance evidencing compliance with this provision no less than 60 (sixty) days prior to the event. To obtain this insurance, we recommend WedSafe.com.Text with other venue requirements such as insurance, etc.