Columbia Club

Historical Elegance in the Heart of Downtown Indy

$9,200 starting price

Indiana

Service area

201 to 250 guests

Holds ceremonies and receptions

The Columbia Club, located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, IN, is a venue for weddings and special events. The property has hosted weddings and social events for over 125 years. This history gives the staff generations of experience in offering elegant, sophisticated service and warm hospitality. The venue, a fusion of timeless style, refinement, and tradition, is waiting to hear from you to plan your big day in a unique, unforgettable location. Three different spaces are available: The Grand Lobby, The Crystal Terrace, and The Stardust Foyer and Ballroom. Each setting has its personal flavor and ambiance to fit the requirements of your wedding celebration. The 3,500-square-foot ballroom is on the 10th floor and boasts a breathtaking view of downtown Indianapolis. Various packages are available for your special occasion, including catering and beverage options, table linen, a dance floor, and more. The cuisine at the Columbia Club has a reputation for innovation and quality, and the chef proposes a tasting for couples to sample the propositions. The menus and beverage options are also customizable to suit your requirements as the venue's dedicated staff tend to your wishes to create a sophisticated, elegant celebration. Guests and invitees can stay overnight, as the venue sets aside up to 60 guest rooms for special events. Near The Columbia Club are various hotels and tourist attractions, such as Indiana University, Lucas Oil Stadium, and many parks and museums, meaning guests can also soak up the city's magic. Check out the gallery for an exclusive 360° Virtual Tour!

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Couples usually spend $11,450

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Amenities

Ceremony Area

Dressing Room

Indoor Event Space

On-Site Accommodations

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Guest Capacity

Up to 250

Settings

Ballroom

Historic Venue

Hotel

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Food & Catering

Planning

Rentals & Equipment

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4.6

out of 5.0

9 reviews

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The Columbia Club in downtown Indianapolis is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its exceptional service, breathtaking decor, and all-inclusive offerings. The venue's beautifully decorated spaces, including the Crystal Terrace and Stardust Ballroom, received accolades for their romantic ambiance and stunning views. Event coordinator Brian Swan was lauded for his professionalism and attentiveness, making the wedding planning process seamless for couples. Guests consistently raved about the delicious food served at the venue, with special mentions for accommodating dietary restrictions like vegan options. Communication with the staff was described as top-notch, and the venue's prime location on Monument Circle provided a picturesque backdrop for wedding photos. Overall, the Columbia Club comes highly recommended by those who chose it for their special day.

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Ashlyn H

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9/26/2023

WOW! We had our December wedding here and it was perfect. Between the atmosphere the venue provides and the staff, it was truly the most magical day. The entire venue was decorated for Christmas already which we had planned for and they even let us come tour the venue again a couple of weeks ahead so we knew how their decorations were going to look. We worked with the event coordinator Brian Swan and he was AMAZING!! I cannot say enough good things about him and his staff. They ensured everything was exactly the way we wanted it and walked us through all the selections from tablecloths to cutlery. Even accomidated our special requests to bring in a large faux wedding cake to have on display! LOL it was gorgeous. I grew up in the area and coming down to the circle for the holidays every year so I was semi-familiar with the venue but once you step inside its like stepping back in time, the beautiful woodwork, large fireplace, and massive stained glass windows that overlook the circle!! I swear I cannot say enough about how perfect this venue was and how easy they were to work with, communication was top notch. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Alicia C

2/12/2025

I requested an agreement from Taylor and noticed a different client name as well as misspelling of my fiancé’s last name. She had to send it several times because she kept misspelling the last name. Her lack of attention to detail worried me, so I contacted the Columbia Club to see if there was another event manager I could work with. They said they would look into it and call me back last week. I have yet to receive a call. Also, during my conversations with Taylor, she advised she would not act as a day-of coordinator for our event. She would only be working with her staff. With the amount of money you pay for a nice venue like this, you should at least have the event manager take care of things the day of to alleviate some of that stress.

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Lauren D

6/28/2023

My family has been members of the Columbia Club since I was little and it was always in my head that I would want to get married here - having so many amazing memories there already. We could not have picked a more perfect venue for our wedding. We ended up hosting our entire wedding weekend here, utilizing nearly every event space in the building. We had a welcome party on the Crystal Terrace, got married in the Grandy Lobby, and had our reception in the Stardust Ballroom on the 10th floor. I cannot emphasize enough the benefit of having a venue that is all inclusive with regards to food, bar, rentals etc. It made our wedding planning process so much easier. Brian was absolutely wonderful to work with, answering my never ending list of questions with timely, clear, and helpful answers. Our guests raved about the food and consistently tell us it is some of the wedding food they've ever had, especially our vegan guests! There is nothing I would change about our wedding day and if we had to do it all over again, I would pick the Columbia Club in a heartbeat!

Nicole B

7/08/2022

The Columbia Club was the perfect venue for us. We loved that it was on Monument Circle and could do a room block for us. This venue made it super easy for all of our guests. Brian is fantastic to work with and willing to accommodate in any way he can. The food was fantastic and all the guests agreed it was the best food they ever had at a wedding. The Club is so gorgeous that it doesn’t need a lot of decorating. Everything ran so smoothly the day of the wedding and that was due to their attention to detail. I highly recommend the Columbia Club.

Kelsey B

7/05/2022

I looked all over downtown Indianapolis for a venue. I had been to the Columbia Club before for a wedding and a few events; so, I was familiar with its service and interior design. It wasn't until the tour that I learned about the Crystal Terrace. All of the other events I had attended were in the Ballroom. I fell in love with the Crystal Terrace because of the stain glass windows, marble floors, and wood paneling. It has a very romantic feeling. It was also important to me that the guest rooms were in the same building as the wedding/reception. It was easy for our guests to make reservations with the front desk. The Columbia Club Event Staff (Brian) was absolutely wonderful to work with. He was very quick to respond to questions via email and phone. I appreciated the variety of options for food and drink. The packages make it very easy to understand what you will receive for what price. On the wedding day, everything was set up perfectly and event staff were very professional and timely. For the bridal party, it was great to have the Presidential Suite. You are able to have your vendors fit in the space for the getting ready portion of the day. It is also a space to escape to if you need a break. It was also helpful that the Columbia Club sits on the Circle, so it's a wonderful backdrop to photos...even at sunset, too! I would absolutely recommend the Columbia Club to others who are looking for a venue in the Indianapolis area.

Lauren M

9/27/2021

Columbia club was the second venue that we looked at, and the second we were waiting in the lobby we knew that it was going to be the place for us. It is right on Monument Circle and we wanted a place where we could have the ceremony, Reception, and a place for our guests to stay the night. Brian, at the Columbia club, was so awesome and accommodating throughout the whole process. Our guests thought that was one of the best meals they had ever had. Also the views from The Columbia a Club are awesome. While we had our wedding on the Crystal Terrace, no matter which floor you choose to have your wedding on it’s going to look beautiful. The Stainglass windows were such an awesome touch and looked beautiful in our photos. There is definitely a historic feeling to the Columbia club which we loved. My stepdad has been a member of the Columbia club so I had seen it before and I knew once I was engaged that it would be our venue. Highly recommend them!!

response 09/28/2021

Hello Lauren! We appreciate your kind words! Thank you so much for allowing us to have ...

such a significant role in your big day! It was a great pleasure to host your and Tom's wedding ceremony and reception! We look forward to seeing you around the Club! -Brian

Emily N

4/25/2021

We booked the Columbia Club for our NYE 2020 wedding before the pandemic hit. We were originally planning for ~150 guests for our ceremony and cocktail-style reception all in the Crystal Terrace room. As our plans started turning upside down, Brian was so knowledgeable about and kept us updated on the ever-changing gathering restrictions, and he was so kind and reassuring through it all. When we decided to go ahead with our original date, but with a significantly reduced guest count (25), they were extremely accommodating with waiving food and beverage minimums, and even refunded us money for what we had overpaid with earlier deposits. Safety of our guests was a top concern, and Brian was so mindful of that and helped us put together a beautiful, fun, and safe event. Further, all of our in-person and Zoom guests absolutely raved about how gorgeous the venue is. Planning and executing a pandemic wedding was certainly stressful, but Brian and the Columbia Club made it so much easier!

Meg L

10/29/2019

We had an absolutely beautiful Christmas ceremony and reception at the Columbia Club. The venue is gorgeous and the cost is much better than its competitors. The food was amazing at the tasting and came out exactly the same at the reception. The wedding manager did change in the middle of planning our wedding, but the transition was smooth and the quality of their service didn't change. We had our ceremony in the Grand Lobby and the reception in the Crystal Terrace and since it was Christmas-time you could see the lights from the tree on the circle twinkling in the window (they also let us use some of their Christmas decorations which was really nice and very cost-effective!). It was also very nice that the venue is a hotel - our guests could rent rooms right in the venue. We are so happy we chose the Columbia Club for our wedding. It was an epic day and night and exactly what we wanted for our wedding.

Laura W

7/02/2017

Amazing!! The Columbia Club is a fantastic venue and the event staff is wonderful. They answered all of my questions quickly, and made the planning process easy. Hannah Whiteman did a great job leading up to the wedding, and Cassie went above and beyond during my reception. We did not have to worry about anything and could just focus on having fun. I could not have asked for a better reception venue. The Crystal Terrace is beautiful. The food was excellent and way beyond standard "wedding food."

response 07/03/2017

Thank you, Laura, for this lovely review! Cassie and I had such a wonderful time working w...

ith you and Brett and your families, and I am glad that we could help make your day a special one. Best wishes to you both on your new marriage :)

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121 Monument Cir, Indianapolis, IN

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