Walt's Hitching Post

Guest capacity

Up to 100 seated guests

About this venue

Walt's Hitching Post is a popular restaurant and private venue space in Ft. Wright, KY, minutes from downtown Cincinnati and CVG Airport. Walt’s sets the stage for couples to host an unforgettable celebration. The building, was used as a hunting lodge for Western & Southern executives in the early 1900s before being restored in 1942 by Walt Ballanger, who made his mark in the community by serving delicious smokehouse ribs. In 1958, Bill Melton purchased and successfully ran the business for 50 years. Today, Walt’s, under new ownership since 2012, continues to welcome people with a unique equestrian theme by preserving Walt's rich history and traditions. There are many photos of the late Melton's prized thoroughbreds. Walt's also showcases original exposed log walls and a cozy stone fireplace in the main dining room. Outside, the property has colorful landscaping, Walt’s Rib Smokehouse and stunning entry doors. Walt's has 4 private dining spaces that seat from 10 to 100 guests.

Seated guest capacity

  • 10-100

Venue type

  • Farms, Barns, Ranches
  • Restaurants, Breweries

Venue setting

  • Indoor
3300 Madison Pike, Fort Wright, KY 41017

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The Derby Room

Celebrate in style at Walt's Hitching Post

The Derby Room features copper ceiling tiles, a mural of the original Latonia Race Track, Northern Kentucky’s premier racetrack that opened in the 1800s and was open until the Great Depression; luxurious rustic décor; a dance floor; dressing spaces; and a private Jockey Bar with a large screen television and a restored 1940s Bevador cooler that stores the coldest beer in town.

Guest capacity

20-100 Seated

20-150 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

With no site fees, Walt’s offers dinner, buffet or hors d’oeuvres packages with a food and beverage minimum. This includes linens, sound system, WIFI, a full staff and private dining coordinator to assist with every detail. Other additions are audio visual rental and additional décor services.

Room cost

$2500 food and beverage minimum M-F; $3000 F/B min Fridays; $3250 F/B minimum Saturdays

Available services that can be provided by Walt's Hitching Post

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Event coordinator
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

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  • Absolutely perfect!

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    •Liz & J.•3 months ago

    Walts did a wonderful job with our reception. The food was out of this world and the service was even better. The room was set up perfectly and had a plenty of space for dancing. I highly recommend Walts for any occasion.

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