The Columns

109 West Elder Street, Cincinnati, OH, USA, 45202
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About us

The Columns is a modern event space in the heart of Findlay Market, allowing people to meet, mingle or marry in a unique and sophisticated setting in Cincinnati, Ohio. Set on the southside of Findlay Market, The Columns is the only space designed for gatherings specifically to serve the community, market merchants, and those interested in celebrating a special occasion with the market as a backdrop.

Venue Details

Standing capacity175
Seating capacity100
Built2021
Renovated2021
Venue typeBanquet facility

Amenities

Facilities

  • Internet access
  • Lighting
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Equipment

  • Dance floor

Alcohol and catering

  • Alcohol allowed
  • Onsite kitchen
  • Outside caterers allowed

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
1,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
1 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
2
Second largest room
1 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
500 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
175
Seating capacity
100

Meeting space

1 sq. ft.
-
150
100
150
1 sq. ft.
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15
15
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Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 14.6 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Valet parking

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Sustainable Practices

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