The Old Blue Rooster Event Center


Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $4,000 for off-peak dates, and $5,100 for peak dates

Packages

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests


About this venue

Welcome to The Old Blue Rooster! We're an indoor/outdoor venue located in Lithopolis, Ohio, just 20 minutes southeast of the hustle and bustle of downtown Columbus. This charming area is sure to make you and your family feel right at home. With an abundance of flexibility and modern amenities The Barn is sure to please you and your guests. The serene quietness of The Old Blue Rooster is one of a kind, but the quick access to local hotels and coffee shops is sure to please everyone. The Barn holds 200 guests and offers the flexibility, relaxation and rustic charm you’ll want for your next event. We understand that planning a wedding takes time, patience, creativity, ALL the things. No stress at all, right?! The great news is- we are here to support you through the journey. Every love story is special - and we love being part of your chapter. Let us help you have Your day, Your way.


Our event spaces

The Barn

A charming, versatile barn venue offering a blend of rustic elegance and modern amenities, perfect for customizing your wedding celebration

Beautiful wrought iron chandeliers hang from the metal ceiling with accent lights on the walls that can be changed to show off your table displays. Head over to the bar and our bartenders will happily mix up a signature cocktail or your favorite brew. A large projector can be lowered to show the Buckeye game, or a homemade video of your choice to add a special touch to the day. Our 70-foot furnished patio is well lit on those summer nights and definitely a favorite spot for guests.

Guest capacity

1-200 Seated

1-200 Standing

Square footage

2,384

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, After party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

​Tables and black banquet style chairs Indoor/Outdoor ceremony site ​OBR Certified Bartenders 1 Hour Rehearsal Spacious Bridal & Groom suites Freedom to choose your own vendors Open door Catering Dimmable lighting + colored accent lights Affordable bar options No minimum guests ​Furnished Front Patio Climate controlled - heat and AC ​OBR team members on site all day Large well-lit parking area ​Outdoor Games  Wheelchair accessible ceremony and reception areas Efficient kitchen prep area

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Lodge (Bride's Suite)

A cozy, spacious lodge filled with natural lighting and rustic charm, offering the perfect peaceful haven for brides to prepare for their special day.

With an abundance of natural light, a warm wooden interior, a cozy seating area, and plenty of tables and chairs for all those beauty bags, The Lodge is the perfect place for you and your bridal party to get ready. A small kitchen area, along with a coffee bar, is sure to make your bridal party smile on your wedding morning! The Lodge also has two changing booths with mirrors to help make changing into gowns a breeze!

Guest capacity

Up to 50 Seated

Up to 50 Standing

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

- Access from 10am to midnight (Fri + Sat) -​ Access from 9am to 9pm (Sundays) - Natural light galore! Your makeup artist will love it, and so will you. - Full length mirrors and dressing booths for changing into gowns - Round tables and chairs for everyone - Small kitchen with a refrigerator, oven, sink, toaster, and microwave - A coffee bar - A clean restroom, as well as AC and Heat - Wifi and a Smart TV to watch your favorite show, listen to your pump up playlist, or to catch an OSU game

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Office (Groom's Suite)

A fun, airy space with modern touches and plenty of natural light, offering the perfect backdrop for groomsmen to relax and get ready in style

This bright, modern grooms' space is the ultimate prep spot, with access from 10am to 12am (Fri-Sat) and 9am to 9pm (Sun). It’s beautifully decorated for those picture-perfect moments, featuring a clean restroom, a full-length mirror and privacy screens for easy changing. Enjoy comfy seating, man-cave vibes, plus entertainment options like a foosball table, two smart TVs, card games, and Wi-Fi. Wake up with the groom's suite coffee bar and enjoy cold beverages from the mini fridge!

Guest capacity

Up to 12 Seated

Up to 20 Standing

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

- Access from 10am to midnight (Fri + Sat) - Access from 9am to 9pm (Sundays) - Beautifully decorated, perfect for those getting ready pictures - Full length mirror and privacy dressing screens for changing - Comfy seating for those man-cave vibes - Stay busy with a foosball table, two smart TV's, card games, and wifi - A clean restroom ​- Wake up with our groom's suite coffee bar and mini fridge

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Outdoor Ceremony Area

A stunning, rustic ceremony spot nestled in nature, featuring charming wood accents, lush greenery, and a tranquil atmosphere for stunning ceremonies

Say " I Do" amongst 200 of your favorite people in our rustic, outdoor ceremony area. With permanent wood bench style seating, a beautiful wood arch, and lush trees and greenery as a backdrop to your day, your ceremony will take you and your guests' breath away.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

- Seating for 200, 24 benches total (12 on either side of the aisle) - Permanent wooden benches - Wooden arch - Greenery galore! - Paved aisle and path

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Barn

A charming, versatile barn venue offering a blend of rustic elegance and modern amenities, perfect for customizing your wedding celebration

Beautiful wrought iron chandeliers hang from the metal ceiling with accent lights on the walls that can be changed to show off your table displays. Head over to the bar and our bartenders will happily mix up a signature cocktail or your favorite brew. A large projector can be lowered to show the Buckeye game, or a homemade video of your choice to add a special touch to the day. Our 70-foot furnished patio is well lit on those summer nights and definitely a favorite spot for guests.

Guest capacity

1-200 Seated

1-200 Standing

Square footage

2,384

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, After party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

​Tables and black banquet style chairs Indoor/Outdoor ceremony site ​OBR Certified Bartenders 1 Hour Rehearsal Spacious Bridal & Groom suites Freedom to choose your own vendors Open door Catering Dimmable lighting + colored accent lights Affordable bar options No minimum guests ​Furnished Front Patio Climate controlled - heat and AC ​OBR team members on site all day Large well-lit parking area ​Outdoor Games  Wheelchair accessible ceremony and reception areas Efficient kitchen prep area

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing


The Old Blue Rooster Event Center packages

Value Package

200 guests

Peak pricing $5,100

Off-peak pricing $4,000

Description

A package for couples that don't mind putting in some WORK! The Value Package requires extra effort and time during set up, tear down and clean up of all spaces used on OBR property. It's not recommended to do this package alone - we hope you have some backup!  Please note that the downside of this package is that you'll more than likely have to end the party earlier, to allow for the tear down and clean up.

What’s included
  • Tables and comfortable black banquet style chairs
  • Indoor/Outdoor ceremony site
  • OBR Certified Bartenders
  • One-Hour Rehearsal
  • Venue Access 10am until 12am(Friday + Saturday)
  • Venue Access 9am-9pm (Sunday)
  • Beautiful and spacious Bridal Suite
  • Newly renovated Groom's Suite
  • Freedom to choose all of your own favorite vendors
  • Open door Catering, choose your own caterer
  • Dimmable lighting + color accent lights
  • Incredibly affordable bar options
  • No minimum guests required
  • No requirement for real china
  • Furnished Front Patio
  • Climate controlled reception hall - heat and AC
  • The Old Blue Rooster team members on site all day
  • Large parking area that is well lit
  • Outdoor Games 
  • Wheelchair accessible ceremony and reception areas
  • An efficient kitchen prep area

Preferred Package

200 guests

Peak pricing $5,800

Off-peak pricing $4,300

Description

The preferred package let's our highly hands on couples handle their own table and chair set up upon arrival. You have everything mapped out and know exactly where things are going and you'll feel so much better knowing you were part of the finished product - then you can head to The Lodge to start your hair and makeup! Now, you can definitely let loose because The Old Blue Rooster is ready to tackle the tear down and clean up at the end of the night.

What’s included
  • Tables and comfortable black banquet style chairs
  • Indoor/Outdoor ceremony site
  • OBR Certified Bartenders
  • One-Hour Rehearsal
  • Venue Access 10am until 12am(Friday + Saturday)
  • Venue Access 9am-9pm (Sunday)
  • Beautiful and spacious Bridal Suite
  • Newly renovated Groom's Suite
  • Freedom to choose all of your own favorite vendors
  • Open door Catering, choose your own caterer
  • Dimmable lighting + color accent lights
  • Incredibly affordable bar options
  • No minimum guests required
  • No requirement for real china
  • Furnished Front Patio
  • Climate controlled reception hall - heat and AC
  • The Old Blue Rooster team members on site all day
  • Large parking area that is well lit
  • Outdoor Games 
  • Wheelchair accessible ceremony and reception areas
  • An efficient kitchen prep area

Deluxe Package

200 guests

Peak pricing $6,300

Off-peak pricing $4,800

Description

The Deluxe Package is a favorite of OBR couples! Upon arrival of your big day, your tables and chairs are set up (the way we discussed at our pre-event meeting-one month prior to your event) and ready for you to start decorating! A little perk - if you rent our linens with this package, we'll have them on the tables for you too. At the end of your event, The Old Blue Rooster staff is ready to take care of tear down and clean up, too. Where's the easy button?!

What’s included
  • Tables and comfortable black banquet style chairs
  • Indoor/Outdoor ceremony site
  • OBR Certified Bartenders
  • One-Hour Rehearsal
  • Venue Access 10am until 12am(Friday + Saturday)
  • Venue Access 9am-9pm (Sunday)
  • Beautiful and spacious Bridal Suite
  • Newly renovated Groom's Suite
  • Freedom to choose all of your own favorite vendors
  • Open door Catering, choose your own caterer
  • Dimmable lighting + color accent lights
  • Incredibly affordable bar options
  • No minimum guests required
  • No requirement for real china
  • Furnished Front Patio
  • Climate controlled reception hall - heat and AC
  • The Old Blue Rooster team members on site all day
  • Large parking area that is well lit
  • Outdoor Games 
  • Wheelchair accessible ceremony and reception areas
  • An efficient kitchen prep area

Available services that can be provided by The Old Blue Rooster Event Center

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Pet friendly
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Linens

Reviews

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  • Best Day of Our Lives

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    Cali H.Jan 22, 2025

    Lorraine and the day of team were amazing every step of the way. The lodge and groom suite were perfect to get ready in (and they’ve even made updates since our big day) and the Barn and outdoor space make a perfect backdrop for all the wedding events and photos. We are very grateful for such a reasonably priced and flexible wedding venue.

  • Love this venue!

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    Gabelman P.Jan 22, 2025

    The Old Blue Rooster Event Center was a wonderful venue to work with for a wedding last year! Their communication was always organized, energetic, and on-time, making the planning process seamless for the bride to be. The layout of the venue is great, with beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces that provided the perfect backdrop for the wedding. The value they offer is excellent, and I would highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for an amazing place to host their big day. Makes a photographers job easy with beautiful views!

  • An absolute dream to work with!

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    KeelyJan 22, 2025

    Lorraine and the entire Old Blue Rooster team are an absolute dream to work with! As a wedding caterer, our staff looks forward to working at Old Blue Rooster! The OBR staff is so kind, easy to work with, and the communication is amazing!! If you are looking for a beautiful venue with outstanding staff, this is the place!

  • Amazing rustic venue with a stellar team!!

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    Emilie B.Jan 22, 2025

    We randomly decided to host an actual wedding rather than eloping, leaving us just over 90 days to get everything sorted out. During this insane process, Lorraine & the rest of the team were nothing short of amazing and truly work to help cater your day to your exact wants and needs. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly rustic wedding venue in Columbus RUN to book them! They truly are there to help with anything (linen rentals, vendor recommendations, connections to previous OBR couples who have wedding items for sale, and plenty of ways to customize your wedding package). From the beginning to the end of our planning process, it has been extremely evident that the OBR team’s excellence truly is in weddings. Making a wedding happen in 90 days was so stressful, but I would do it a million times over again at Old Blue Rooster!