1840s Plaza

Limited services venue

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

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $3,000

Packages

Prices start at $1,500

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

1840s Plaza is an elegant Baltimore event venue with several spaces available for events of any kind, including the Ballroom, City Lites and Cabaret. Located in the historic Jonestown neighborhood, 1840s is just steps away from the Inner Harbor, Restaurant Row at Harbor East, and Little Italy. 1840s Plaza is a hidden gem in the middle of a busy city with devoted staff ready to go above and beyond to ensure a flawless event from beginning to end. The iconic red cast iron façade was one of twelve that survived the great Baltimore fire in 1904 and was restored for the opening of the Baltimore City Life Museum. Rich in history and culture, this venue gives guests a glimpse of Baltimore’s distinct history combined with today’s modern luxuries.

Seated guest capacity

  • 2-250

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Golf and Country Clubs
  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Hotels, Inns, Resorts
  • Museums, Galleries
  • Parks, Gardens
  • Restaurants, Breweries

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
29 S Front St, Baltimore, MD 21202

Our event spaces

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Ballroom

The Ballroom offers sweeping panoramic views, elegant chandeliers, and authentic English pub bar.

1840s' largest & most formal event space, the Ballroom features floor to ceiling windows which allow guests to see the city of Baltimore & flood this space with natural light! Our most popular floor's versatility is perfect for any size wedding & goes well paired with the Courtyards. The hand-painted murals of historic Baltimore showcase our rich history and add ambiance to the venue as well!

Guest capacity

2-230 Seated

2-350 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

-60 inch round tables -Chivari chairs -Dance floor -Bathrooms -English Pub Bar -Kitchen Use For Caterers

Room cost

Saturday & Holidays: $6,000, Friday & Sunday: $5,000, Midweek: $3,000

1840s Plaza packages

One Level Rental

2-230 guests

Peak pricing $3,000-6,000

Off-peak pricing $3,000-4,500

Description

-One indoor level (your choice of the Ballroom, City Lites, or Cabaret) -Eight hours of total rental time including: four hours of event time, three hours of set up, and one hour of break down/clean up -One hour rehearsal will be scheduled two months prior to wedding date -60 inch round tables & Chivari chairs (amount depends upon floor reserved) -Valet Parking (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) -Two Security Guards -1840s Plaza Event Specialists -Day of Ceremony Coordination from 1840s Plaza Manager

1840s Cabaret & City Lites Venue Rental

2-230 guests

Peak pricing $4,000-7,500

Description

-Two indoor levels City Lites & Cabaret -Nine hours of total rental time including: five hours of event time, three hours of set up, and one hour of clean up -One hour rehearsal schedule 2 months prior to wedding date -60 inch round tables and Chivari chairs (amount depends upon floor reserved) -Valet Parking (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) -Two security guards -Personalized Wedding brick -1840s Plaza Event Specialists -Day of Ceremony Coordination from 1840s Plaza Manager

One Level Rental & Accommodations

2-230 guests

Peak pricing $7,000-10,000

Description

-1 indoor level (Ballroom, City Lites or Cabaret) -Carrollton Inn Courtyard & Fava Courtyard with cafe lighting -13 Rooms/Suites at the 1840s Carrollton Inn for 1 night -Gourmet breakfast for all 1840s Carrollton Inn guests -9 hours of total rental time including: 5 hours of event time, 3 hours of set up and 1 hour of break down -1 hour rehearsal -60 inch round tables & Chivari chairs -1840s Plaza Event Specialist -Valet Parking (Fri, Sat, Sun) -2 Security Guards -Personalized Wedding Brick

Exclusive All Levels/ Outdoor Rental

2-230 guests

Peak pricing $6,500-10,700

Description

Great for those who want an exclusive event or a completely outdoor event! -All 3 indoor floors, Carrollton Inn Courtyard & Fava Courtyard with cafe lighting -10 hours of total rental time including: 6 hours of event time, 3 hours of set up & 1 hour of clean up -1 hour rehearsal -60 inch round tables & Chivari chairs -1840s Event Specialists -Valet Parking (Fri, Sat, Sun) -2 Security Guards -Personalized Wedding Brick -Day of Ceremony Coordination from 1840s Plaza Manager

Available services that can be provided by 1840s Plaza

Services & amenities

  • Dance floor
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • On-site accommodations
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Valet - paid

Rentals

  • Chiavari Chairs

Accommodations

  • Bedroom suites
  • Double bed rooms
  • Honeymoon suite
  • Luxury suites
  • Room blocks offered
  • Single king rooms
  • Single queen rooms

Reviews

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5.0 (1 review)

  • Such a special place for any type of celebration!

    Verified review
    •Matt Gold•3 years ago

    This place is stunning. There are indoor, outdoor, formal, and fun spaces! Definitely check them out!

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