The Bell Event Centre

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $15,000 for off-peak dates, and $25,000 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

Formerly St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church, originally built in 1850. The building was deconsecrated in 1974. That same year the building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1981, The Verdin Company, North America's oldest bell and clock company, purchased historic St. Paul's Church. The beautiful building housed The Verdin Company corporate headquarters and the Verdin Bell and Clock Museum. In the late 1990's, The Bell Event Centre was created in St. Paul's Church. Featuring hand-painted murals, marble, stained glass windows, vaulted ceilings, terrazzo flooring, & a cobblestone courtyard, this spectacular venue made for an unrivaled setting for events. Christy Cafeo & her family were presented the opportunity to purchase The Bell Event Centre in 2008 & has been creating memorable events ever since. With an elegant, historic setting & exceptional amenities, The Bell Event Centre is the perfect place to bring your dream wedding to life!

Seated guest capacity

  • 300

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Museums, Galleries
  • Urban Locations

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
444 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45202

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The Bell Event Centre

The Bell Event Centre is the perfect venue for corporate events, social events and wedding ceremonies & receptions.

Our goal is to provide you with the best in service and amenities for a flawless and stress-free celebration. Originally built in 1850, the building features vaulted ceilings, priceless stained glass windows, original hand-painted murals, beautiful marble, and terrazzo flooring making it a perfect setting for your event.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

The Bell Event Centre has a fee to rent the space and a minimum-spending requirement. Included is the following: setup, tear down, tables, lighting, floor length linens & napkins, gold chiavari chairs, glass chargers, menu cards, altar candles, glassware, china, cake cutting and a day of coordinator. Also included is our charming cobblestone courtyard (weather permitting) with city views for your cocktail hour, access to our beautiful Bride and Groom’s suites 3 hours prior to your event time.

Available services that can be provided by The Bell Event Centre

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Transportation
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Shuttle

Reviews

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  • The Beautiful Bell Event Centre

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    •Bambino International•Feb 5, 2021

    The Bell Event Centre, in the heart of Pendleton, is one of the most beautiful venues in the city and creates a very unique mood and vibe for your wedding day. From the gorgeous architecture, amazing stain-glass windows, and the best coordinating team there is - you truly are in the best of hands when choosing this venue for your Wedding or Event. Not only is the venue itself incredible, the team that takes care of you from start to finish is more incredible. They work together, help you with the details, and take care of their vendor teams! They go above and beyond in everything they do for their brides. I can't recommend this location enough! We love working with The Bell Event Centre!

  • Beautiful and Unique Venue!

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    •Tracy Bellman•Feb 4, 2021

    We love working with the Bell Event Center. They are professional and easy to work with. Having attended weddings there, I can attest to great service and amazing food. This is a beautiful and unique venue that is the perfect spot for a spectacular wedding.

  • BEST VENUE EVER!!!

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    •Alexis & C.•Feb 3, 2021

    The Bell Event Centre is the perfect place to have your wedding. Other than being a beautiful facility with lots of history, the experience you get with The Bell Event Centre is astounding & memorable. The amount of care & detail they put into each event is impeccable. The food is beyond amazing and my guests are still raving. This all inclusive venue makes your day so much easier and less stressful, highly recommend, the best service & amenities around!!!

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