The Charles F. Knight 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 $15,000 for off-peak dates, and $20,000 for peak dates

Packages

Prices start at $11,000

Guest capacity

Up to 230 seated guests



About this venue

Say “I do” at The Knight Center — a hidden gem on Washington University’s campus offering elegant indoor spaces, scenic outdoor backdrops, and exceptional on-site catering. Perfect for intimate or grand celebrations, our team makes planning seamless and your wedding unforgettable.


Our event spaces

AB Dining Hall + Courtyard

An elegant celebration where every detail shines—warm hospitality, exquisite food, and an unforgettable atmosphere your guests will cherish.

2,500 sq ft of banquet space, comes with the Courtyard attached directly to the space, perfect for ceremonies and receptions.

Guest capacity

Up to 230 Seated

Up to 250 Standing

Square footage

2,501

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, After party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

- Dimmers for lighting customization - Dance floor

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Knight Center Pub

A private area to gather with a small group to celebrate - perfect for welcome parties, wedding rehearsals, farewell brunches, and cocktail hours.

A private, quaint pub all for you!

Guest capacity

Up to 25 Seated

Up to 50 Standing

Square footage

1,049

Ideal for

Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Room cost

$2000

AB Dining Hall + Courtyard

An elegant celebration where every detail shines—warm hospitality, exquisite food, and an unforgettable atmosphere your guests will cherish.

2,500 sq ft of banquet space, comes with the Courtyard attached directly to the space, perfect for ceremonies and receptions.

Guest capacity

Up to 230 Seated

Up to 250 Standing

Square footage

2,501

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, After party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

- Dimmers for lighting customization - Dance floor

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing


The Charles F. Knight Center packages

All-In

20-230 guests

Peak pricing $31,000-40,000

Off-peak pricing $16,000-30,000

Description

Take the extra work out of planning - give us your vision, let us handle the details.

What’s included
  • Event Space for Ceremony + Reception
  • DJ + Audio-Visual
  • Reception Dinner + Dessert + Service
  • Cash or Open Bar + Bartenders
  • Welcome Reception
  • 2 Getting Ready Rooms
  • Farewell Brunch
  • Guest room block
  • Table linens and rentals
  • Day-of Planner
  • Morning Mimosas for Bridal Party
  • Champagne Toast for Wedding Party

The Basics

20-230 guests

Peak pricing $21,000-30,000

Off-peak pricing $11,000-20,000

Description

We'll supply the event spaces for the ceremony and reception, the dinner and hors d'oeuvres, bar, servers and bartenders.

What’s included
  • Event Space for Ceremony + Reception
  • Cash or Open Bar + Bartender
  • Dinner + Hors D'oeurves + Service
  • Table Linens + Rental
  • Guest Room Block

Available services that can be provided by The Charles F. Knight Center

Services & amenities

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

Reviews

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  • Perfect Venue for Our Perfect Day

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    ErmaNov 5

    The Charles F. Knight Center was the perfect venue for our wedding. From our first inquiry, the team’s communication was prompt, professional, and knowledgeable, making the entire process seamless. The modern, open layout made planning easy, and they handled every detail—including our guest room block—with care. The value was exceptional, and our day couldn’t have been more perfect. Highly recommend this venue to any couple planning their wedding!

  • Beautiful, unique venue

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    EthanNov 5

    The Charles F. Knight Center was an exceptional choice for our wedding venue. From the moment we first reached out, the staff was incredibly helpful, prompt, and professional in their communication, making the planning process much easier with their all-inclusive package. On the day of, the venue's natural beauty and historical charm were on full display, with stunning natural light flooding the space. All of our guests were blown away by how unique and special the venue felt - it was the perfect backdrop for our special day. The team at the Knight Center truly went above and beyond to ensure our wedding was everything we dreamed it would be. We couldn't recommend them more highly.