With a famous skyline, a signature chili dish, and a top-of-the-league MLB team, Cincinnati has a lot going for it. But did you know that a whole industry of private spaces for parties was on the list?
Corporate events, holiday parties, intimate rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, networking events—no matter what kind of event you’re hosting, an event venue from the Giggster app can make it better. Across Cincinnati, we have private dining rooms with their own fully stocked bar for intimate gatherings, and big event halls, where you can work closely with venue staff to turn a blank canvas into a work of art. Hang a disco ball and set up a photo booth—the choice is all yours.
You might be thinking “Well sure, that all sounds great, but how am I going to afford it?” That’s where we come in. A unique space to celebrate starts as low as $42/hour on our platform.
Ready to give planning a Cincinnati party a go? An exceptional event space and professional party planning tips are just around the corner.
A unique setting for your private party is easy to find on the Giggster app! Here’s a quick preview of what a rental space could look like with us:
Throwing a dinner party? Why not skip the fuss of prepping your whole house and just rent a chef-approved kitchen with a cozy dining space? With top-of-the-line appliances and cutesy decor, your guests will certainly think you’re the hostess with the mostest.
It can be tricky to find a venue that suits a mid-sized guest list. If your celebration will fall somewhere in between an intimate gathering and a big fat Greek wedding, check out our selection of mini-event halls. Holding between 20 and 75 guests, these contemporary party spaces are even better than a one-size-fits-all solution.
Toys, books, and games…oh my! If you’re planning a birthday party for a little one, these kid-focused spaces can’t be beaten. They’ll keep everyone entertained all party long and you’ll barely need to bring a thing.
Why not host a family picnic? Whether it’s a reunion, a graduation, or a rehearsal dinner, keep everything chill and rent out the patio of a local pub. Good food, good music, and you’re good to go!
Feel the groove at a Cincinnati concert venue. From bars with small stages and dance floors to giant clubs with professional light shows, the party can rage on all night long.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: From a rehearsal dinner at one of our private dining spaces to a corporate event in an industrial warehouse, planning your social events is a breeze. We’ve got 32 unique spaces to choose from that are sure to keep your guests talking.
Hassle-Free Booking: Booking unique event venues on a budget has never been this simple! With amazing party rooms starting at just $42/hour and a transparent booking process, you can check this off your planning process to-do list in just minutes!
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: We know party plans can change, so as long as you book more than 48 hours prior to the event, you can cancel within 24 hours after the booking is made without taking on hefty fees.
Platform Protections: Renting out Cicinnati’s best shouldn’t come with so many stressors. Purchase any of our optional protection plans when booking elite venues like The Deep End: cedar-lined creekside event space and let our team take care of any disruptions, liability, and damage concerns that come up.
A big part of planning successful private events is taking insider knowledge of the city into account. If you have your heart on a Cincinnati location for your special occasion, take these things into account and plan accordingly:
Advantages
There are lots of great tourist attractions to enjoy while you’re in the area, like Union Terminal (Cincinnati Museum Center).
The city’s neighborhoods have a lot of different vibes. Over the Rhine is a trendy, hipster-approved neighborhood with great food and shopping, while Downtown Cincinnati offers that more classic “bright lights” urban appeal.
There are lots of parks and green spaces in Cincinnati, some of which run along the Ohio River.
Disadvantages
Rush hour is challenging at best, thanks to traffic congestion.
In Cincinnati, OH, weather changes frequently and unexpectedly throughout the day, so be sure to plan for sun and rain (and sometimes snow!).
The summer air quality is pretty terrible, especially on muggy days.
Whether you’re throwing a holiday party or the next meeting for your fantasy book club, we’ve got versatile rental space options that can accommodate parties of any theme and size. Here are some fan favorites:
Industrial Halls – Eclectic Masterpieces. Show everyone your quirky side with one of these hipster-approved, outside-the-box event spaces. From fully furnished to architectural features only, you can dress them up or down to be anything from out there to almost traditional.
Meeting Rooms – The Underestimated Heavy Hitter. These may not be your first thought when picking a party venue, but for small spaces, they pack a big punch. They are perfectly pint-sized for intimate celebrations and can suit a wide range of decor styles. For a short and sweet get-together, just sit, chat, share a snack, and be on your merry way.
Enchanting Wedding Venues – Cinderella Takes on Cincinnati. Give yourself the full fairytale experience with a highly photogenic ceremony and reception space filled with twinkling lights. From modern, high-ceiling spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows to insanely artsy-themed venues, these are the Cincinnati wedding industry’s best-kept secret. Highly photogenic.
Private Homes – Party Like You Used To. Just because you’re outsourcing your venue doesn’t mean you need to give up on that old-school, house party vibe. By renting out a full estate, your guests can spread out with so much outdoor space and many big comfy couches. Plus, there are full kitchens on site for party prep and private dining areas for when it's time to dig in!
Especially if this is your first time as a host, the party planning process can feel like a bit of an enigma. The truth is, everyone has their own creative method, but these are some of our top tips for taking your private parties to the next level.
Choose the Right Time to Set the Tone – Morning parties tend to be more chic and sophisticated, afternoon parties tend to be more casual and laid back, and nighttime parties tend to be focused more on, well, partying. Once you know what kind of atmosphere you want your event to have, choose a timeline that corresponds appropriately because this will communicate those unspoken “vibes” to your guests.
Go With the Flow – Nothing ruins a party faster than an uptight host. Make good, solid plans but then let go a little when things don’t go to plan. The important thing to remember is that your guests won’t know how many tiers a cake was supposed to be, where the vases were supposed to be arranged, or that you were planning to serve carrots instead of broccolini. Just roll with the punches and trust that your guests will love the party, just as it is.
Plan a Balanced (and Accessible) Menu – Even if you’re only serving appetizers and desserts, you want to ensure you don’t have too much of one thing and not enough of another, since you’re catering to a wide variety of tastes and needs. There should be something for everyone. This includes making sure your catering company can accommodate any and all dietary restrictions, and some simple options for guests. Otherwise, you’ll end up with uneaten food and wasted money.
Put Task Reminders in Your Phone – A good old-fashioned checklist can be helpful but actually assigning tasks day to day will go a long way to keep you accountable and avoid procrastination. Good intentions are great, but reminders will keep you on track. This will also help eliminate the risk of tiny tasks being forgotten, like buying ice.
Planning a lively event takes more than party planning prowess—it takes money (sometimes a lot of it). With a little savviness and ingenuity, however, you can bring a unique event concept to life on a shoestring budget. Here are some of our favorite ways to reduce costs:
Use a coupon code extension.
When ordering your supplies, be sure you have a coupon code finder installed on your computer so you don’t leave a single discount unclaimed. Better yet, pay with your cashback credit card. It may not seem like much, but it does add up throughout party planning.
Make use of your network.
Do you have a friend who’s a DIY wizard? A cousin who bakes a mean chocolate cake? You should still offer some sort of present or compensation to thank them for their time and effort, but this will definitely be cheaper than hiring the pros.
Choose a venue that allows BYOB.
This will get you out of pricey per-head bar packages but also allow you to shop wholesale and make decisions about sticking to bar rail liquors or beer and wine only. Don’t fall for the upsell unless you truly expect your guests to make good use of an open bar.
From wedding venues decked out in fairy lights to children’s birthday party playrooms, the Giggster app is a one-stop shop for the perfect venue in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ready to make your next event special? Come see what we have to offer!
