Blanco Event Center
Your most beautiful day deserves the most beautiful room. Columbus, Ohio's all-white venue with crystal chandeliers — baby showers, micro weddings, birthdays, and more. Up to 60 seated guests.
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About Blanco
Your blank canvas for
unforgettable events.
Located in the heart of Columbus's Northland neighborhood, Blanco Event Center is a 1,600 sq ft intimate venue designed to make every event feel extraordinary. Our signature all-white interior with sparkling crystal chandeliers creates a timeless backdrop that transforms to match any theme or color palette.
Whether you're planning a baby shower dripping in pink florals, a sophisticated black-and-gold birthday soirée, an intimate Nikkah ceremony, or a corporate mixer, Blanco provides the elegant foundation while you bring the vision. We're a venue-only rental — meaning you have complete creative freedom to choose your own caterers, decorators, DJs, and photographers.
Conveniently located minutes from I-71 and I-270, we serve the greater Columbus metro area including Westerville, Worthington, Gahanna, Dublin, and beyond. Free on-site parking makes arrival stress-free for you and your guests.
Your Vision · Our Space
Every celebration deserves
a beautiful venue.
From intimate dinners to milestone moments, Blanco is the all-white canvas for your dream event — refined, flexible, and effortlessly photogenic.
Baby Showers
Elegant celebrations for life's precious moments
Micro Weddings
Intimate ceremonies for up to 60 guests
Birthday Parties
Unforgettable celebrations at any age
Bridal Showers
The perfect pre-wedding celebration
Corporate Events
Professional meetings & team events
Nikkahs
Beautiful traditional wedding ceremonies
Transparent Pricing
Simple, flexible pricing.
No hidden fees. Choose the package that fits your celebration. We believe in being upfront about costs so you can plan with confidence.
Half Day
6 hours
Full Day
12 hours
Sunday Full Day
12 hours
Hourly
Weekdays: 3hr minimum · Sundays: half or full day only · Saturdays: preference given to full days
$200 refundable retainer
Black Room add-on: +$200
What Our Clients Say
Loved by Columbus
"Blanco was absolutely perfect for my baby shower! The all-white space made our pink and gold theme pop beautifully. The crystal chandeliers added so much elegance. Everyone kept asking where I found such a stunning venue!"
Aisha M.
Baby Shower
"We had our dream micro wedding at Blanco with 45 guests. The intimate space made everything feel personal and special. Being able to bring our own vendors gave us complete creative freedom. Highly recommend!"
Marcus & Tiana
Micro Wedding
"Hosted our medical practice's holiday party here and it exceeded all expectations. The space is elegant yet versatile — perfect for a professional setting. Free parking was a huge plus for our team. Will definitely be back."
Dr. Jennifer L.
Corporate Event
"Beautiful venue for our Nikkah. The white backdrop was ideal for our traditional decor. The changing room was very convenient for the bride. The team was responsive and the pricing was transparent — no surprises."
Kwame A.
Nikkah Ceremony
See It Yourself
3D Virtual Tour
Walk through Blanco from anywhere. Explore every corner of our all-white venue before you visit in person. Can't make it to Columbus? This is the next best thing.
Past Events
See what's possible
Real events hosted at Blanco Event Center. From pastel baby showers to dramatic black-and-gold birthday celebrations — your blank canvas, unlimited possibilities.
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Book Your EventOr call us directly: (614) 618-4346 · info@blancoeventcenter.com
Everything You Need
All-inclusive venue amenities
1,600 sq ft of stunning all-white space with crystal chandeliers, fully equipped for your event. Everything you need is included in your rental — no hidden fees or surprise add-ons.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about hosting your event at Blanco Event Center in Columbus, Ohio.
Still have questions? We'd love to hear from you.
Straight Answers
Anniversary and corporate events at Blanco
Where can you have an anniversary party in Columbus, Ohio?
Blanco Event Center rents a private all-white room with crystal chandeliers for anniversary parties of up to 60 guests, in the Northland area of Columbus near I-71 and I-270.
Weekday rental is $175/hour with a 3-hour minimum ($525 total); a weekend half day is $1,000 for 6 hours.
Open vendor policy — bring your own caterer, cake and DJ. No per-person charge and no food and beverage minimum.
Works for both a seated anniversary dinner of 20–30 and a full 60-guest party.
Is Blanco a good corporate event venue in Columbus?
Yes, for teams and meetings up to 60 people — offsites, training days, holiday parties, client appreciation events, award nights and product launches.
Weekday hourly booking at $175/hour with a 3-hour minimum makes a half-day meeting straightforward to budget.
Tables, chairs, lighting, speaker system, changing room and free on-site parking are included.
Open vendor policy means you can use your own caterer or corporate catering account rather than an in-house minimum.
Pricing and availability information last reviewed .
Every Event We Host
Blanco is a private event venue.
Not just weddings. Baby showers, bridal showers, birthdays, quinceañeras, graduations, repasts, corporate meetings and pop-ups all happen here — year round, at up to 60 seated guests, with an open vendor policy. Pick your event to see pricing, photos and answers specific to it.
Showers & New Arrivals
- Baby Shower Venue →
All-white backdrop, up to 60 guests, bring your own caterer.
- Bridal Shower Venue →
Chandeliers and private space for the bride-to-be.
- Sip & See Venue →
Introduce the new baby in a clean, camera-ready room.
- Gender Reveal Venue →
Neutral white walls that take any color scheme.
- Outdooring & Naming Ceremony Venue →
Ghanaian outdooring and naming ceremonies, open vendor policy.
- Baby Shower Planning Guide →
Timeline, budget and vendor checklist for Columbus hosts.
Weddings & Engagements
- Micro, Small & Intimate Wedding Venue →
Under-60-guest weddings without a country-club minimum.
- Elopement Venue & Elopement Dinner →
Elopement dinners, celebrations and receptions for 20-60 guests, short notice welcome.
- Wedding Venue →
Ceremony and reception in one all-white room.
- Wedding Reception Venue →
Dinner, toasts and dancing for up to 60 seated.
- Affordable Wedding Venue →
Transparent hourly and day rates, no food minimums.
- Traditional African Wedding Venue →
Engagement ceremonies, kente, and your own caterer.
- Nikkah Venue →
Private nikkah ceremonies with flexible setup.
- Engagement Party Venue →
Celebrate the yes with family and close friends.
- Proposal Venue →
Rent the room by the hour for a private proposal.
- Bachelorette Dinner Venue →
Private dinner party space, bring your own bar.
- Small Wedding Guide →
What a 40–60 guest Columbus wedding actually costs.
Birthdays & Milestones
- Birthday Party Venue →
Adult and kids' birthdays, hourly rental from $175.
- Sweet 16 Venue →
Bring your own DJ, decorator and dessert table.
- Quinceañera Venue →
Salón para quinceañera en Columbus — up to 60 seated.
- Graduation Party Venue →
Indoor rain-proof alternative to a backyard party.
- Anniversary Party Venue →
Milestone anniversaries with dinner and dancing.
- Retirement Party Venue →
Send-offs for colleagues and family, weekday rates.
- Adult Birthday Party Ideas →
Themes, timelines and budgets that work in Columbus.
Corporate & Community Gatherings
- Corporate Event Venue →
Meetings, trainings and team dinners near I-71 & I-270.
- Holiday Party Venue →
Company and family holiday parties, December books early.
- Pop-Up Shop Venue →
Retail pop-ups and vendor markets with free parking.
- Celebration of Life & Repast Venue →
Repasts, memorial receptions and funeral luncheons.
Halls, Pricing & Comparisons
- Banquet Hall →
A small banquet hall alternative to 300-seat ballrooms.
- Party Venue Rental →
Any private party, by the hour or the day.
- Best Event Venues in Columbus →
How Blanco compares to other Columbus event spaces.
- Event Venue Rental Cost Guide →
Real Columbus venue pricing, line by line.
- Salón de Eventos (Español) →
Salón para fiestas y eventos privados en Columbus, Ohio.
Don't see your event? Send an inquiry — if it fits 60 guests, it fits Blanco.
Trusted Collabs
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We work with Columbus's best.
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