The Transept 1205 Elm Street • Cincinnati • OH 45202
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- A dramatic and historic fixture of Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine district, this stunning former church dates to 1868, and is a stellar example of German Gothic-inspired cathedrals. It’s been beautifully updated and outfitted with a host of modern conveniences, including a sumptuous dressing suite situated in what was once the bell tower.
- The Assembly, once the church’s sanctuary, boasts a soaring, 40-foot vaulted ceiling, dozens of vibrant stained glass windows, and a grand staircase that leads to a wraparound mezzanine. The Transept’s more intimate spaces—The Agreeing Room, the North Tap Room, and The Registrar—are all rich in vintage detail, with deep, moody vibes.
- It’s an exclusive DelightMore venue, so you know you’re in the best of hands. Their expert team and easy-peasy “all-in” packages leave nothing to chance—catering, design, and event production, all executed with care and precision.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Ceremony Fee
- $1,500/event
Outdoor ceremonies in Washington Park may be arranged directly with 3CDC.
Package Prices
- $120–165/person
Package pricing includes:
- Passed hors d'oeuvres at cocktail hour
- 5-hour bar
- Dinner service & children's meals
- 10 vender meals
- Tables, chairs, serviceware, linens, and staff
- Wedding party lunch for up to 10
Custom menus are available for weddings, social events, and corporate events.
Intimate packages start at $8,500 for up to 50 guests
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 200 | 0 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 300 | 10 |
| Reception | Seated | 230 | 0 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 230. | ||
CEREMONY/MEETING CAPACITY: Indoors, The Assembly seats 230 and The Registrar seats 50. Outdoor ceremonies in Washington Park may be arranged directly with 3CDC.
EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: Indoors, The Assembly holds 230 seated & 300 standing and The Registrar holds 50 seated & 70 standing. The N. Tap Room and The Vestry Bar hold up to 90 standing. Outdoors, the private patio accommodates 15 standing guests; seated outdoor receptions are not available.
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Ceremony
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
Essential Info
Price
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Catering
In-house
DelightMore is the exclusive caterer at The Transept.
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Chapel / Church / Temple
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Ballroom
- Park
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
- Park
The Transept
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