Our unique venues
You can tell the minute your guests enter: they stop, take a deep breath, and look around the stunning surroundings in wide-eyed wonderment. That’s when you know, once again, that you’ve chosen the perfect setting for the event you’ll cherish for all the years to come.
All waiting for you.
cescaphe ballroom
CAPACITY: 150 – 300 GUESTS
The first stunning venue opened by Cescaphe, the Ballroom glows with classic luxury in the heart of Northern Liberties, one of Philadelphia’s most eclectic and electric communities.
Tendenza
CAPACITY: 150 – 240 GUESTS
Tendenza, located in the vibrant Northern Liberties neighborhood of Philadelphia, is the perfect mix of mid-century modern defined by elements including clean lines, muted tones, and a combination of natural and man-made materials. Guests will be dazzled by its eye-catching double-sided bar with brass accents and alabaster glass globe pendants before moving to the main ballroom. The venue features exposed brick walls, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, black metals, brass accents, and vintage crystal chandeliers.
vie
CAPACITY: 175 – 600 GUESTS
Our largest venue, Vie is located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Center City, just above City Hall. And embraces you and your guests with elegance inspired by French Provençal design.
down town club
CAPACITY: 125 – 220 GUESTS
Just across the street from Independence Hall the Down Town Club was founded a century ago as a private enclave for the highest of Philadelphia Society. Today, it freely opens its doors to the absolutely most stylish of weddings. Like yours.
water works
CAPACITY: 100-400 GUESTS
Its combination of gracious Neoclassical architecture on the outside and then-revolutionary technology within once drew visitors from around the world. Today, the Water Works provides rich contemporary luxury in its interior spaces in one of the city’s most picturesque settings, with the Art Museum perched dramatically above and Boathouse Row stretched out along the Schuylkill River. The iconic views, elegant structures, and landscaped grounds all around make adding an outdoor ceremony to your reception a natural choice.
the lucy
CAPACITY: 150 – 300 GUESTS
Located on Philadelphia's famous Avenue of the Arts in the heart of Center City, The Lucy encompasses the Cescaphe brand's reputation for sophisticated, luxe venues. The elegant venue combines a modern interpretation of 19th century detailing with modern textures and materiality. European inspired brass chandeliers illuminate marble accents and ivory wall paneling for a warm traditional aesthetic. Painted white brick and chevron wood floors evoke a timeless and classic emotion. The Lucy becomes unique with the ability to be customized to the couple’s personal desires and visions for their big day.
the switch house
Cescaphe's newest venue is located at The Battery along the banks of the Delaware River. The historic former PECO Power Plant has been transformed into a modern, yet elegant destination to host Philadelphia's next generation of weddings.
The Grand Belle
The Grand Belle at The Bellevue is a Cescaphe premier venue. Offering Cescaphe’s signature wedding experience with an elevated emphasis on luxury service, culinary, and amenity offerings. The Grand Belle features one of Philadelphia’s most revered ballrooms, which encompasses the beauty and grandeur of the Gilded Age in which it was designed.
XIX
High atop The Bellevue on the 19th Floor, the historic XIX featuring breathtaking views that create the perfect setting for intimate, yet grand, affairs.