Contemporary Arts Center
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $6,000 for off-peak dates, and $7,500 for peak dates
Guest capacity
Up to 210 seated guests
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About this venue
Contemporary Arts Center is a gallery wedding venue located in Cincinnati, Ohio. This renowned architectural landmark is located in the vibrant heart of downtown within easy reach of nearby hotels and attractions.
Our event spaces
Contemporary Arts Center
Celebrate inside Zaha Hadid's iconic masterpiece—where contemporary art, bold architecture, and unforgettable events come to life.
Celebrate throughout your choice of three iconic museum spaces, each offering a one of a kind experience. Exchange vows in a gallery surrounded by contemporary art, enjoy cocktails in the Creativity Center with city views, and dine and dance in the dramatic Kaplan Hall or Black Box Theater. By activating the museum, guests experience breathtaking architecture, world class art, and unforgettable moments around every corner, creating a wedding unlike any other.
Guest capacity
Up to 210 Seated
Up to 500 Standing
Square footage
10,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Luxurious and chic
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
-Ceremony space -Reception space -Cocktail hour space -Dance Party space -Dinner space -Bridal suite -Groom's lounge/getting ready spaces -Indoor and outdoor photo locations -Tables -Chairs -Projector -Cocktail Tables -Wifi Access -In House Sound System Available *Additional fees may apply -Wireless Microphones -Podium -Catering Prep Kitchen -Existing Custom Lighting in Black Box and Kaplan Hall -$7 discounted parking at Fountain Square for CAC Members
Room cost
Venue Fee: Friday: $7,500 Saturday: $9,500 Sunday: $7,500 Monday-Thursday: $2,000
Contemporary Arts Center
Celebrate inside Zaha Hadid's iconic masterpiece—where contemporary art, bold architecture, and unforgettable events come to life.
Celebrate throughout your choice of three iconic museum spaces, each offering a one of a kind experience. Exchange vows in a gallery surrounded by contemporary art, enjoy cocktails in the Creativity Center with city views, and dine and dance in the dramatic Kaplan Hall or Black Box Theater. By activating the museum, guests experience breathtaking architecture, world class art, and unforgettable moments around every corner, creating a wedding unlike any other.
Guest capacity
Up to 210 Seated
Up to 500 Standing
Square footage
10,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Luxurious and chic
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
-Ceremony space -Reception space -Cocktail hour space -Dance Party space -Dinner space -Bridal suite -Groom's lounge/getting ready spaces -Indoor and outdoor photo locations -Tables -Chairs -Projector -Cocktail Tables -Wifi Access -In House Sound System Available *Additional fees may apply -Wireless Microphones -Podium -Catering Prep Kitchen -Existing Custom Lighting in Black Box and Kaplan Hall -$7 discounted parking at Fountain Square for CAC Members
Room cost
Venue Fee: Friday: $7,500 Saturday: $9,500 Sunday: $7,500 Monday-Thursday: $2,000
Available services that can be provided by Contemporary Arts Center
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Self parking - paid
- Valet - paid
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Barware
- Lighting
- Linens
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Reviews
Write a review4.5 out of 5
100 reviews
- TG
Taye G.
10/10 experience at the Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) in Cincinnati, Ohio! If you enjoy art, creativity, and exploring something different, this is definitely a spot worth checking out. I loved getting to experience the different artwork and creative expressions throughout the space. It’s a great place to explore, take pictures, and appreciate art from different perspectives. Definitely a must-visit if you’re in Cincinnati!
- AR
Andrew Roberts
Nice place, they had some interesting exhibits. Worth a visit if you’re in the area
- MM
Michael McQueen
- GG
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- BB
Battalion Chief Bilal
I was expecting more art pieces, but the provocative photography did make it worth the visit.
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