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Reception
$7,500 starting price
Bar service
$24 per person
Reception
$6,000 starting price
Bar service
$24 per person
These prices are available for the months of May through September. These prices are available for the months of October through April.

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Outdoor spaces
Great Lakes Science Center has two separate decks which overlook the Lake Erie and The Rock Hall, a harbor level patio, and a cityscape lawn all with magnificent views. Perfect for outdoor ceremonies or receptions!

The Promenade atrium
The museums most popular space for a reception! Dance the night away in our six-story-tall glass atrium with gorgeous views of North Coast Harbor. This space can hold 200 - 250 guests.

Let your guests explore our exhibits
Enjoy the NASA Glenn Visitor Center, our hands-on interactive Science Phenomena floor, or our traveling exhibition! Allow your guests to play by hosting your cocktail hour on one of our exhibit floors.

Features
We offer an attached 500 vehicle parking garage for the ease and comfort of your guests. Included in your rental are banquet tables, chairs, standard linens, china, glassware and silverware.

With outstanding event consultation, unique add-ons, and customizable catering options, the Great Lakes Science Center and our exclusive catering partner, Levy Restaurants, can design an unforgettable experience for your special day.

Come discover the best location downtown Cleveland has to offer at the Great Lakes Science Center. Leave the details to us, and you’ll see the only thing we overlook is North Coast Harbor!

CEREMONIES

We no longer offer Ceremony Only Packages. Ceremony must be booked with a reception

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$7,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$6,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$24

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Museum
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
October
November
December
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4.2 out of 5 rating
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Amanda O. Sent on 12/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Great Lakes Science Center - One Bride’s Amazing Experience

As a 2020 bride, I obviously had a lot of stress and constant changes surrounding my wedding, however the Science Center was incredibly amazing at helping with everything, easing my concerns, and working with me to adjust things along the way. I was able to change my wedding date from June to September, then significantly change the guest list and plans for the day. I also never got a chance to do a tasting or see the venue again before the rehearsal, but I didn’t need to because everything was perfect. We dropped off boxes of decorations ahead of time and the staff set everything up for us, the ceremony outside on the balcony was beautiful and the guests had an absolute blast playing with things at the cocktail hour. Then the caterer worked with us to develop our own custom “Cleveland” menu which was so delicious, and both the Science Center and catering staff were so attentive to Covid restrictions and keeping guests spaced apart and safe. I would highly recommend the Science Center as a super fun wedding event space with great help all along the way!!!
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Emily Sent on 08/08/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had our ceremony here. Kristy was phenomenal to work with. She was very polite and flexible. She helped us make our ceremony perfect even though we had to have it inside because of the rain. We are very impressed with Kristy and the venue.
User2051681 Sent on 02/25/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Very fun spot for our wedding, worked with us constantly to get us what we wanted.
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Great Lakes Science Center frequently asked questions

Great Lakes Science Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Great Lakes Science Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Great Lakes Science Center includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Great Lakes Science Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Museum
  • Waterfront
Great Lakes Science Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Great Lakes Science Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Great Lakes Science Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Great Lakes Science Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Great Lakes Science Center is recommended by 84% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.2 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.4 in average response time, 4.4 in value, 4.1 in flexibility, 4 in quality of service and 4 in professionalism.

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