Melrose Abbey

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,000

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests


About this venue

Nestled in the heart of Kansas City, Melrose Abbey is a breathtaking 1906 Gothic church reimagined as an exclusive wedding venue. Every arch, every pew, every gilded detail tells the story of love — yours will be next. With soaring gold-ribbed domes, original stained glass, and sweeping balconies, Melrose Abbey hosts up to 200 guests across two stunning event floors — and four luxury hotel suites for those who wish to linger.


Our event spaces

Ceremony Space

A truly timeless space for the perfect Grand Entrance.

Gold Gothic arches, original stained glass, and a crystal dome chandelier. Up to 200 guests.

Guest capacity

1-200 Seated

1-200 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Reception

Your reception, elevated.

Linen-draped tables, gold chiavari chairs, and a dramatic marble bar.

Guest capacity

1-200 Seated

1-200 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Bridal Suite and Junior Suite

The space where it all comes together. Just for you and the girls.

A luxurious getting-ready space with vanity stations, marble counters, and natural light.

Guest capacity

Up to 1 Seated

Up to 1 Standing

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Groom's Suite

A relaxing place for the guys!

A private retreat for the groomsmen — relaxed, stylish, and set apart from the day's excitement.

Guest capacity

Up to 1 Seated

Up to 1 Standing

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Lobby

Classy and elevated from the moment you walk in.

A grand, welcoming entrance that sets the tone from the moment your guests arrive.

Guest capacity

Up to 1 Seated

Up to 1 Standing

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Balcony

The perfect space for photos and intimate moments.

An elevated mezzanine overlooking the ceremony space.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Ideal for

Cocktail hour, Other

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Ceremony Space

A truly timeless space for the perfect Grand Entrance.

Gold Gothic arches, original stained glass, and a crystal dome chandelier. Up to 200 guests.

Guest capacity

1-200 Seated

1-200 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Reception

Your reception, elevated.

Linen-draped tables, gold chiavari chairs, and a dramatic marble bar.

Guest capacity

1-200 Seated

1-200 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Bridal Suite and Junior Suite

The space where it all comes together. Just for you and the girls.

A luxurious getting-ready space with vanity stations, marble counters, and natural light.

Guest capacity

Up to 1 Seated

Up to 1 Standing

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Groom's Suite

A relaxing place for the guys!

A private retreat for the groomsmen — relaxed, stylish, and set apart from the day's excitement.

Guest capacity

Up to 1 Seated

Up to 1 Standing

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Lobby

Classy and elevated from the moment you walk in.

A grand, welcoming entrance that sets the tone from the moment your guests arrive.

Guest capacity

Up to 1 Seated

Up to 1 Standing

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Balcony

The perfect space for photos and intimate moments.

An elevated mezzanine overlooking the ceremony space.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Ideal for

Cocktail hour, Other

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing


Available services that can be provided by Melrose Abbey

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event staff
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

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If you'd like to serve alcohol at your event, you must use one of Melrose Abbey's bar packages. Please inquire for current package options.
There is ample street parking within 1 block of the venue. We also have a nearby private parking lot available for rental should you desire.
Yes! Our facility is fully ADA compliant with a chair lift between both event floors and street level. One of our hotel suites is on the main level and designed for ADA accommodation.
Yes, we have wifi available! Reach out to your venue contact while onsite for access.
Wedding rentals have access from 9am–11pm CST, which includes setup time. Additional hours are handled case by case based on availability.
Yes! You may bring in any vendors you choose. They must be approved by our staff, and caterers must be licensed and insured with documents on file. We also offer a robust preferred vendor list.
In lieu of a damage deposit, all events are required to purchase event insurance via our partner Event Helper. Policies are usually less than $150, depending on guest count.
Yes, we require a professional wedding planner or day-of coordinator for all weddings. Planners must be insured and provide a COI naming Melrose Abbey as additionally insured. We have several in-house recommendations offering discounted rates.