Bride and groom in Somerhaus loft wedding venue with natural lighting

40+ Micro Weddings Hosted

Your People, Your Story, Your Way

Plan a micro wedding in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine, with a smaller guest list, a shared meal, and a furnished space for your ceremony and celebration.

A 5-Star Event Space (Google & Yelp)
Designed for Your Inner Circle

A Smaller Guest List, a Full Celebration

Intimate micro wedding ceremony under the central skylight at Somerhaus, Cincinnati

A smaller wedding gives you more time at the table with the people you invite. Somerhaus brings the ceremony and meal into one furnished, open-plan room, with natural light from the skylight and lounge seating around the space.

Use the floor-plan examples to explore a ceremony arrangement, dining tables, and room for dancing. Confirm the layout for your guest list with the team instead of treating the venue’s maximum capacity as your seating plan.

Choose a licensed caterer or work with the preferred vendor network. Ask the wedding team how your smaller celebration fits the published packages; a smaller guest list does not by itself establish a separate rental rate.

Flexibility That Fits Your Vision

The Micro Wedding Canvas

Creative micro wedding setup in Cincinnati event venue

Micro weddings allow for creativity that larger celebrations can't match. Transform our space completely. Try unique layouts. Experiment with non-traditional elements. When your guest list is intentional, your celebration can be revolutionary.

Micro Weddings

Concrete, Greenery, Good Energy.

Explore the beautiful spaces and versatile layouts that make Somerhaus perfect for any occasion.

Venue Features

What's Included

Our venue comes fully equipped with everything you need for your event. Tables, chairs, sound system, and high-speed Wi-Fi—we handle the essentials so you can focus on your guests.

Flexible Payment Schedules

Customizable payment plans to fit your budget and timeline.

Two Wireless Microphones

Professional wireless mics for ceremonies, toasts, and presentations.

12-Hour Venue Access

Extended access includes setup and cleanup time for stress-free planning.

Professional Cleaning Service

Complete post-event cleaning so you can focus on your celebration.

Wedding Arbor with Greenery

Beautiful ceremony backdrop with natural greenery for your special day.

Setup & Teardown Assistance

Can be organized to help handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on your event.

On-Site Coordinator

Dedicated staff assists with timeline & day-of tech needs.

Kitchen Finishing Space

Space for caterers to finish hot dishes and plating on-site.

Preferred Caterer Network

Bring your own licensed caterer or choose from our vetted partners.

Curated Bar Packages

Three tiers ranging from beer-and-wine to premium open bar.

Greeter Table & Welcome Easel

Create a polished first impression for guests.

Six High-Top Cocktail Tables

Perfect for networking & social flow.

70 Folding Ceremony Chairs

Neatly stored on-site and set up as needed.

Six Lounge Vignettes

Sofas, armchairs, coffee tables & lamps for an inviting atmosphere.

Dining Tables and Chairs

Long banquet tables and chairs for 80 dinner guests.

Full-Color LED Lighting

Ceiling-mounted LEDs wash the room in any hue to match your brand or theme.

Music Control Tablet

Spotify / Apple Music tablet so you control the vibe.

Projector & Screen

HD projector & large screen available upon request.

Pro Sound & Mics

House sound system with Bluetooth input & two wireless microphones.

Framed Smart TVs for Slideshows

Beautiful framed displays perfect for wedding slideshows and party memories.

Four 65″ Smart TVs for Presentations

AirPlay & Chromecast enabled for business presentations and meetings.

Gig-Speed WiFi

Enterprise-grade, secure network that keeps every device online.

Roll-Up Garage Door

Ground-level loading bay for effortless vendor load-in and fresh air flow.

Built-In Bar

Commercial ice machine, glasswasher, two bar stations & ample refrigeration.

Prep Kitchen

Fridge-freezer, microwave, induction burner & stainless work surfaces for caterer finishing.

2 ADA-Compliant Restrooms

Comfortable facilities designed for full accessibility.

130 Cocktail / 80 Seated Capacity

Flexible layouts accommodate standing receptions or seated dinners & meetings.

3,080 sq ft Open Floor Plan

Spacious industrial-chic canvas flooded with natural light from a central skylight.

Word on the Street

Wedding Experiences to Help You Plan

Read wedding and welcome-party reviews while considering your own smaller celebration.

Felt Like a Destination Wedding

Wow! I hosted my wedding at this beautiful, unique venue. We felt like we were having a destination wedding in our own city. There is so much love and detail put in that decorating on our part was minimal. We got tropical flowers for the tables and it just completed the vibe.

Bailey H.

Perfect Wedding Welcome Party

Somerhaus was the perfect place for our wedding welcome party in Nov 2024. We loved the plant vibes and that the event space needed very little decor to look complete. Beth was great to work with and Emma and Dusty took great care of us during the event...

Sarah S
FAQ

Micro Wedding FAQ

These are the questions we hear most from Cincinnati weddings hosts. Still curious? We're here to help.

Can you accommodate both ceremony and reception?

Yes! Our flexible space can be configured for both ceremony and reception. We can set up ceremony seating for up to 80 guests, then transition the space for dining and dancing. This allows your entire celebration to happen in one beautiful location. View layout options on our venue layout page.

What dining configurations are available?

We can accommodate various seating arrangements with our long family-style tables. Our team will work with you to design the perfect layout for your dinner event. View some configuration options on our venue layout page.

What wedding vendors do you recommend?

We maintain relationships with top Cincinnati wedding pro’s including caterers, photographers, florists, and entertainment. Our preferred vendor list ensures quality service and seamless coordination, though you're welcome to bring your own vendors as well.

What's included in the kitchen access for dinners?

Our prep kitchen includes warming equipment, refrigeration, and basic prep space for caterers. While it's not a full commercial kitchen, it provides the fundamentals needed for professional catering teams to execute beautiful plated dinners. Contact us for detailed kitchen specifications.

How much time is included for setup and teardown?

Setup and teardown times are built into your rental period. Additional setup or teardown time can be purchased at an hourly rate if needed assuming the schedule permits. All vendors and personal items must be removed by the end of your contracted teardown period unless special arrangements have been made in advance. Contact us to discuss extended setup needs.

What parking options are available?

We have several convenient parking options nearby. Washington Park Underground Parking is one block away (2-minute walk). The Open Air 3CDC Lot on Vine St & 15th is a 3-minute walk. Mercer Commons Garage is two blocks away (4-minute walk). Street parking may be available on northern streets, but garage/lot parking is recommended. Note: Republic Street is permit parking only. View detailed parking information with navigation links.
View All Weddings FAQs

Still have questions? Contact our team and we'll be happy to help!

Micro Wedding Layouts

Layouts for a Smaller Wedding

Our intimate space adapts beautifully to create the perfect atmosphere for your micro wedding celebration.

Banquet

Seats: 70-80 | Tables: 6

Community

Seats: 48 | Tables: 1

Dance Floor

Seats: 52-68 | Tables: 6

Hearth

Seats: 28-36 | Tables: 4

Lecture Hall

Seats: 64 | Tables: 8

California

Seats: 80 | Tables: 8

Most Cincinnati couples shift from ceremony to dinner to dance floor throughout their event. Each configuration adapts to your timeline.

All seating numbers are in addition to lounge vignettes around the sides of the room.

Wedding Bonus

Pair Your Micro Wedding with Somerset Photos

Book your Somerhaus micro wedding and get a complimentary 90-minute engagement shoot at our tropical sister venue

Somerset Bar photoshoot space - tropical jungle oasis with lush plants and global artifacts perfect for photography

Capture stunning engagement photos at our sister venue in Over-the-Rhine. Somerset's lush tropical oasis offers vibrant jungle aesthetics, exotic cultural artifacts, and authentic adventure-inspired atmosphere perfect for romantic couples photography – included FREE with every Somerhaus wedding.

Wedding Benefit Details

Included FREE: 90-minute Somerset session

Value: $300 engagement shoot

Book your Somerhaus wedding to unlock this exclusive benefit

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Your Intimate Celebration Awaits

Reserve your date at Cincinnati's most enchanting event space. Our 3,080 sq ft industrial-chic venue in Over-the-Rhine is perfect for weddings, showers, and corporate events. Tables, chairs, and neighborhood soul included.

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