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GENESIS Downtown

Wedding venue in Columbus, Ohio

About GENESIS Downtown

GENESIS Downtown is a 2,700-square-foot event venue on the first floor of the historic Standard Building in downtown Columbus. Its single event space has 14-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, chandeliers, original crown molding and wood-inspired flooring. The venue hosts weddings, social events and other gatherings, with suggested capacities of 100 for a ceremony and reception, 150 for a reception only, or 250 for a cocktail reception. Rentals include a commercial prep kitchen, ready room, Wi-Fi, an event manager, tables and chairs, a DJ booth, setup, teardown and cleaning. Hosts may bring their own food or use a licensed caterer, and in-house bar service is available. Weekday rentals include five hours for $1,750 plus a service fee; weekend rates are available by inquiry. Event insurance is required. A public lot with more than 150 spaces is behind the building, and metered street parking is available nearby. The Standard also has 16 short-term rental units above the venue.

The facts

Guests
100–250 guests
Price
From $1,750
Pricing note
Monday–Thursday five-hour rental: $1,750 plus service fee. Additional hours: $400 per hour, subject to availability. Friday–Sunday package rates by inquiry. Event insurance typically costs $150–$200; bar service has a $500 minimum.
Setting
Indoor
Last updated
November 2026

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  • Not listed on WeddingWire (checked November 2026)
  • Listed on Zola (checked November 2026)

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