Courtyard Pittsburgh University Center
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $2,000 for off-peak dates, and $3,870 for peak dates
Guest capacity
Up to 250 seated guests
About this venue
Nestled in the heart of Oakland, we offer 6,000+ square feet of event space, including the only outdoor patio in the area. With 253 well-appointed guestrooms, you and your guests will be treated with exceptional service from the moment you step on site. From our 24-hour fitness center and indoor pool to complimentary WiFi and bistro, we’ve thought of everything to make your time with us effortless. Our refined event menus offer a range of options guaranteed to be remembered long after the lights dim. Envision something you don’t see on our menus? We’ve got you! Executive Chef Amanda is a seasoned professional with years of experience in adding thoughtful touches to ensure every guest feels taken care of. Whether you’re saying “I do,” hosting your rehearsal dinner, sending off guests at a post-wedding brunch, or relaxing before the big day, Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center offers the perfect mix of elegance and convenience for a wedding weekend you’ll never forget.
Our event spaces
Schenley Ballroom
Elegant ballroom with soundproof airwalls transforms into intimate wedding spaces with built-in AV and pre-function space for a variety of events.
The room contains several soundproof airwalls giving the ability to breakdown the room into six smaller rooms, even during event days, with a 15-minute transition period. There is audio visual capability in the room with two recessed screens and projectors in its ceiling, use of both are included in the room rental fee as well as several ports around the room for plug-ins. A pre-hall encompasses the ballroom, ideal for registration, vendor tables, and food displays.
Guest capacity
20-250 Seated
50-400 Standing
Square footage
3,535
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, After party, Elopement
Included in this room:
Dual screens and projectors
Room cost
$500 - $1,500
Forbes Room + Patio
Elegant space featuring three large windows and a fixed marble top island, includes a section of our attached outdoor patio.
The Forbes Room is attached to our outdoor patio with the capability to hold between 80-100 guests at banquet rounds with options for more in a reception setting. The room features three large windows looking out onto our patio and a fixed marble-top island brings elegance to any buffet setup. A section of our patio is also roped off, offering exclusive access to guests wanting to enjoy the sunshine. This is one of our most popular spaces, with guests loving the natural light.
Guest capacity
20-100 Seated
30-150 Standing
Square footage
2,170
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
Room cost
$250 - $800
Carnegie Room
Features high ceilings and a large window offering natural night, perfect for bridal party members to celebrate while getting ready.
Our Carnegie Room offers a more intimate setting, it’s high ceilings and large window make it ideal for meals and meetings. Up to 50 guests can fit into this space at banquet rounds. The room includes the use of the pre-function space located directly outside the room, perfect for a food and beverage display private to your group without taking up space in the room. Lastly, restrooms are located outside the rooms and are unlocked for events only, typically making them private to your guests.
Guest capacity
10-50 Seated
20-75 Standing
Square footage
864
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Other
Room cost
$350-$500
Oakland Room
Located on our Mezzanine, this intimate space offers privacy, perfect for bridal parties getting ready for the big day.
Located on the mezzanine level, the Oakland Room offers a private and convenient retreat for wedding parties throughout the day. Just steps from nearby restrooms, this versatile space is perfect for getting ready, relaxing with family and friends, touch-ups before the ceremony, or storing personal items. Its intimate setting creates a comfortable atmosphere for bridesmaids, groomsmen, or VIP guests to gather before the celebration begins.
Guest capacity
20-50 Seated
30-60 Standing
Square footage
1,070
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party
Room cost
$250-$500
Panther Room
Our most popular space for hosting bridal party and family members getting ready for the big day.
Located on the mezzanine level, the Panther Room offers a private and convenient retreat for wedding parties throughout the day. Just steps from nearby restrooms, this versatile space is perfect for getting ready, relaxing with family and friends, touch-ups before the ceremony, or storing personal items. Its intimate setting creates a comfortable atmosphere for bridesmaids, groomsmen, or VIP guests to gather before the celebration begins.
Guest capacity
15-40 Seated
20-50 Standing
Square footage
648
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Couples luncheon, Engagement party
Room cost
$250-$500
Schenley Ballroom
Elegant ballroom with soundproof airwalls transforms into intimate wedding spaces with built-in AV and pre-function space for a variety of events.
The room contains several soundproof airwalls giving the ability to breakdown the room into six smaller rooms, even during event days, with a 15-minute transition period. There is audio visual capability in the room with two recessed screens and projectors in its ceiling, use of both are included in the room rental fee as well as several ports around the room for plug-ins. A pre-hall encompasses the ballroom, ideal for registration, vendor tables, and food displays.
Guest capacity
20-250 Seated
50-400 Standing
Square footage
3,535
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, After party, Elopement
Included in this room:
Dual screens and projectors
Room cost
$500 - $1,500
Forbes Room + Patio
Elegant space featuring three large windows and a fixed marble top island, includes a section of our attached outdoor patio.
The Forbes Room is attached to our outdoor patio with the capability to hold between 80-100 guests at banquet rounds with options for more in a reception setting. The room features three large windows looking out onto our patio and a fixed marble-top island brings elegance to any buffet setup. A section of our patio is also roped off, offering exclusive access to guests wanting to enjoy the sunshine. This is one of our most popular spaces, with guests loving the natural light.
Guest capacity
20-100 Seated
30-150 Standing
Square footage
2,170
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
Room cost
$250 - $800
Carnegie Room
Features high ceilings and a large window offering natural night, perfect for bridal party members to celebrate while getting ready.
Our Carnegie Room offers a more intimate setting, it’s high ceilings and large window make it ideal for meals and meetings. Up to 50 guests can fit into this space at banquet rounds. The room includes the use of the pre-function space located directly outside the room, perfect for a food and beverage display private to your group without taking up space in the room. Lastly, restrooms are located outside the rooms and are unlocked for events only, typically making them private to your guests.
Guest capacity
10-50 Seated
20-75 Standing
Square footage
864
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Other
Room cost
$350-$500
Oakland Room
Located on our Mezzanine, this intimate space offers privacy, perfect for bridal parties getting ready for the big day.
Located on the mezzanine level, the Oakland Room offers a private and convenient retreat for wedding parties throughout the day. Just steps from nearby restrooms, this versatile space is perfect for getting ready, relaxing with family and friends, touch-ups before the ceremony, or storing personal items. Its intimate setting creates a comfortable atmosphere for bridesmaids, groomsmen, or VIP guests to gather before the celebration begins.
Guest capacity
20-50 Seated
30-60 Standing
Square footage
1,070
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party
Room cost
$250-$500
Panther Room
Our most popular space for hosting bridal party and family members getting ready for the big day.
Located on the mezzanine level, the Panther Room offers a private and convenient retreat for wedding parties throughout the day. Just steps from nearby restrooms, this versatile space is perfect for getting ready, relaxing with family and friends, touch-ups before the ceremony, or storing personal items. Its intimate setting creates a comfortable atmosphere for bridesmaids, groomsmen, or VIP guests to gather before the celebration begins.
Guest capacity
15-40 Seated
20-50 Standing
Square footage
648
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Couples luncheon, Engagement party
Room cost
$250-$500
Available services that can be provided by Courtyard Pittsburgh University Center
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event staff
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
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