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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.

1899 Events pricing detail

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.

1899 Events weekend pricing detail

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.

1899 Events rental inclusions

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.

1899 Events planning details

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.