1899 Venue Pricing
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Looking for an Indianapolis wedding venue rental under $5,000? Full-day venue rentals at 1899 range from $1,500 to $4,500. Our preserved historic building offers a non-barn setting with open vendor policies, DIY-friendly flexibility, and no food and beverage minimums.
These rates cover venue rental and the listed amenities. Catering, bar service, and other vendor services are arranged separately.
Weekday Pricing
Monday-Thursday, full day — $1,500
Monday-Thursday, hourly events — $200/hour
Full-day venue access: 8 a.m.–11:59 p.m.
Wedding rentals include a one-hour weekday rehearsal at no extra charge.
Weekend Pricing
Fridays — $3,500
Saturdays — $4,500
Sundays — $3,000
Full-day venue access: 8 a.m.–11:59 p.m.
Friday-Sunday, hourly events — $400/hour
Additional hours for wedding rentals are $400/hour.
What's Included
Full-day venue access from 8 a.m.–11:59 p.m.
Parking for 265 cars
300 white padded chairs, 30 five-foot round tables, 15 six-foot long tables, and four hightop cocktail tables
Kitchen prep area, mobile bar front, ceiling drapes, and eight uplights
Wedding rentals also include two private suites; event rentals include a gold arbor.
Planning Details
Vendor freedom and room setup
Choose the vendors that fit your celebration, with no food and beverage minimums. The ballroom is set in a basic “skeleton style” upon arrival; coordinate your final setup with your vendor team.
Kitchen prep area
Two hot boxes/food warmers, two residential-size refrigerators, four sinks with attached prep counters, four stainless-steel prep tables, a separate entrance, and an on-site dumpster support vendor preparation. A push cart dolly is also listed with wedding benefits.
Wedding suites
The south suite includes four hair and makeup stations, five golden dress display knobs, a lounge with Wi-Fi, a private restroom, and a fridge and food prep space. The north suite includes a lounge with Wi-Fi and games, a private restroom, and a fridge and food prep space.
Indoor and outdoor options
Explore indoor and outdoor ceremony areas, a landscaped courtyard, preserved historic architecture, and wheelchair-friendly access, minutes from downtown Indianapolis and the airport.
Ready to start planning?
Book your tour today and discover how 1899 can help bring your dream wedding to life.