Thee Olde Chapel 3478 14th Street • Riverside • CA 92501


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Why You'll Love This Place

A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
  • This stunning 1927 Mission-style gem sits in the heart of downtown Riverside, where it has been welcoming congregants, visitors, and to-be-weds for nearly a century. Today, it's a beloved nondenominational landmark that offers an authentic blend of vintage character and urban charm, where couples of all backgrounds, beliefs, and traditions can come to share their vows.
  • The original stained-glass windows cast a colorful glow into the sanctuary, where buttery light illuminates the dark wood pews, marble pillars, and beautifully arched arcades that adorn the space. The atmosphere is peaceful and intimate, though there's ample space for larger gatherings with up to 200 guests. There's even a dressing room for your pre-wedding prep.
  • A dedicated team of professionals handles all the logistics to ensure your ceremony feels effortless from start to finish. You might choose to keep it simple and say "I do" here with just your sweetie, or a handful of your nearest and dearest. Or, extend the celebration with a reception in surrounding Riverside—there are lots of restaurants and venues within walking distance that can host a post-nuptial gathering.

PRICES: What's this going to cost?

Ceremony Fee
  • $1,500/event
  • Ceremony fee varies depending on:
    • Day of week
  • Ceremony fees include a ceremony and access to the getting-ready lounge.

    Add-on options include candle packages and AV equipment.

Additional Info
  • A $250 cleaning fee and $300 coordinator fee are additional.

COUPLES ARE ASKING: We've got answers

What's included when we book Thee Olde Chapel, and what will we still need to pay for separately?

Your $1,500 booking at Thee Olde Chapel in downtown Riverside covers your ceremony in the 1927 chapel, a 2.5-hour rental window and use of the private getting-ready lounge. Two fees are added to every booking: a $250 cleaning fee and a $300 fee for the in-house wedding coordinator, who's required and will direct your florist and lead your procession. Candle packages, AV equipment and décor packages cost extra, and you'll book your reception, photographer and florist separately.

Can we have both our ceremony and reception at Thee Olde Chapel, or will guests need to travel between them?

Thee Olde Chapel is a ceremony-only venue, so your guests will head somewhere else for the reception. The good news: the chapel sits in downtown Riverside, close to bars, restaurants, concert halls and reception venues, and its sister venue, Loft .84, is also in downtown Riverside at 3840 Lemon Street. The chapel itself seats up to 200 guests for your ceremony.

If we already have vendors we love, can we bring them to Thee Olde Chapel or do we have to use yours?

Yes, you can bring your own vendors to Thee Olde Chapel, and the team can also book florists, photographers, DJs and more for you. The one must-have is the chapel's in-house wedding coordinator, which is required for every ceremony. Your own décor is welcome once your coordinator approves it, but confetti isn't allowed, and the only candles permitted are the chapel's own candle packages.

What should we realistically expect to spend on a wedding at Thee Olde Chapel, and is there a minimum?

A ceremony at Thee Olde Chapel in downtown Riverside is a flat $1,500, plus a $250 cleaning fee and a required $300 coordinator fee, so plan on $2,050 before any extras. The price is the same for every Friday, Saturday and Sunday time slot, at 10am, 1pm or 4pm, with no discount for morning weddings, and guest count doesn't change the venue cost. Candle packages, AV equipment, décor packages and extra rental hours cost more, and a large guest list may require added security. To hold your date, you'll pay $1,025 at booking, which is credited toward your balance. Weekday ceremonies, Monday–Thursday, are handled through the County of Riverside Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder rather than the chapel.

How long do we get at Thee Olde Chapel, and when does the music have to stop?

Each ceremony at Thee Olde Chapel includes 2.5 hours: 30 minutes to set up, 30 minutes for guests to arrive, 30 minutes to an hour for your ceremony, and an hour for photos and breakdown. Ceremonies start at 10am, 1pm or 4pm, Friday–Sunday, and you can buy extra hours for an added fee. Plan your reception start time around your slot.

What makes Thee Olde Chapel different from the other venues near it?

Thee Olde Chapel is a historic, non-denominational wedding chapel in downtown Riverside, built in 1927, that welcomes couples of every background and tradition. It has Mission-style Spanish architecture, original stained-glass windows, dark wood pews and marble pillars, with room for up to 200 guests. It's ADA accessible, comes with a private getting-ready room, and keeps pricing simple at a flat $1,500 for any Friday, Saturday or Sunday slot. It works beautifully for elopements and small weddings, too, and you're close to downtown restaurants and reception venues for the party afterward.

Can we tour Thee Olde Chapel, and what should we ask while we're there?

Yes, Thee Olde Chapel offers tours, and you can book one from the Pricing & Services page or by calling (951) 536-6206. Dates are first come, first served, so a tour is the best way to talk through your plans and pick your date. While you're there, ask which time slot (10am, 1pm or 4pm) fits your reception plans, what's in the candle and décor packages, and how many guests you expect.

Where would our wedding party get ready at Thee Olde Chapel, and how early can we get in?

Your wedding party gets ready in Thee Olde Chapel's private Gathering Room, a quiet space set aside for final touches right before you walk down the aisle. You can get into the venue 1 hour before your event, and earlier access depends on availability and an hourly fee. Your full booking runs 2.5 hours, so build your getting-ready timeline around that window.

GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?

Indoors Outdoors
Ceremony Seated 200 0
Cocktails, etc. Standing 0 0
Reception Seated 0 0
Meetings Total meeting capacity for this venue is 200.

Venue Info & FAQs

OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?

  • Ceremony
  • Elopement Packages
  • Small Wedding

POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?

Price

$

Alcohol

Not allowed

Amplified Music

Indoors

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair accessible

Availability

Year-round, Friday–Sunday.

STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?

Buildings & other settings available:

  • Chapel / Church / Temple
  • Historic / Landmark Building

VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?

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  • Cityscape

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