The Loving
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $2,000
Guest capacity
Up to 120 seated guests
About this venue
The Loving is a historically Black church that has been beautifully transformed into a modern and intimate event space, perfect for weddings and special occasions. Our wedding packages include: A stunning ballroom, outdoor ceremony space, and/or deck Tables, chairs, cocktail tables, and additional tables for food and cake if needed. Table linens. Access to our bar with a bartender provided if serving alcohol. A Bluetooth sound system with microphones. Use of any in-house décor available to couples. Additionally, we provide a private suite and groom’s quarters for your convenience. With property access from 8:00 AM to midnight, you’ll have plenty of time to prepare and celebrate your big day. 2026 Pricing- Saturday and Friday: $3,500, Sunday and Thursday: $3,000 Monday–Wednesday: $2,000, Micro Weddings (less than 30 guests): Starting at $1,500, Elopement Package: $1000
Our event spaces
Ballroom
Industrial feel with historic elegance
This space was the original sanctuary of a church house built in 1960. It has original, industrial windows that let in the most beautiful lighting.
Guest capacity
Up to 90 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Square footage
1,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Chandiler Optional disco ball Sound system
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Outdoor ceremony area
Cozy outdoor garden ceremony space
Our outdoor space is cozy and intimate with perfectly manicured landscaping along with a wooden platform that provides space for even the biggest wedding parties
Guest capacity
Up to 170 Seated
Up to 170 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Sound system Outdoor string lights
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Deck
The place where the party happens
Large outdoor deck with string lights, the perfect place for cocktail hour as it is right next to the bar. Dance the night away with friends and family.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 80 Standing
Square footage
900
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Bar
Raise a glass and toast to love
Nestled perfectly between the ballroom and the deck, with both sets of doors open, the space offers a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that makes guests feel relaxed and connected to the celebration
Guest capacity
Up to 3 Seated
Up to 5 Standing
Square footage
100
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Ballroom
Industrial feel with historic elegance
This space was the original sanctuary of a church house built in 1960. It has original, industrial windows that let in the most beautiful lighting.
Guest capacity
Up to 90 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Square footage
1,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Chandiler Optional disco ball Sound system
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Outdoor ceremony area
Cozy outdoor garden ceremony space
Our outdoor space is cozy and intimate with perfectly manicured landscaping along with a wooden platform that provides space for even the biggest wedding parties
Guest capacity
Up to 170 Seated
Up to 170 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Sound system Outdoor string lights
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Deck
The place where the party happens
Large outdoor deck with string lights, the perfect place for cocktail hour as it is right next to the bar. Dance the night away with friends and family.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 80 Standing
Square footage
900
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Bar
Raise a glass and toast to love
Nestled perfectly between the ballroom and the deck, with both sets of doors open, the space offers a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that makes guests feel relaxed and connected to the celebration
Guest capacity
Up to 3 Seated
Up to 5 Standing
Square footage
100
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Available services that can be provided by The Loving
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
8 reviews
- B
Bre
Perfect!
The Loving was the perfect venue for our wedding! Katy was incredibly kind and helpful with anything we needed. I highly recommend also using her as the day of coordinator. She made everything run as smooth as possible and my entire bridal party loved her!
- TG
Thania G.
Amazing!!!
i literally cannot say enough good things about this place! the people were amazing specifically kaitlyn who made my day so stress free and was so kind. so grateful for her and her contribution throughout the wedding planning process. the venue is absolutely beautiful! definitely can’t recommend enough
- KS
Karen s.
Mother of the groom
The Loving was the perfect choice for our wedding day. From our first conversation with Katy, the team showed they genuinely cared about making our event special. They were responsive and helpful whenever we had questions, and when the weather didn't cooperate, they pivoted quickly without any stress or drama. Our rehearsal dinner for 80 guests flowed seamlessly thanks to their attention to detail. The venue itself is stunning—the new large deck gives you gorgeous views, and every corner of the space is well-maintained and inviting. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and we're so grateful to Katy and her team for taking such good care of us.
- D
Denise
THE PERFECT VENUE
This venue is the perfect place for any event! They are extremely helpful with setting up and have so much decor as an option to make everything absolutely perfect!!!
- CL
Chad L.
Amazing Venue!
We recently had our wedding there and this venue was perfect for the 70 people we had there! Our coordinator, Katy, was awesome and very thankful to have had her! Beautiful location that fit everything we needed!
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