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Celebration of life venue Columbus Ohio — peaceful elegant space at Blanco Event Center
Columbus, Ohio · Up to 60 Guests

Celebration of Life Venue

Columbus, Ohio

Honor their memory the way they deserved. Blanco's peaceful all-white space provides a beautiful, private setting to gather, remember, and celebrate a life well lived — with warmth and dignity.

60
Seated Guests
$525
Starting At
Free
Parking

Why Choose Blanco

Why Blanco is the right celebration of life venue in Columbus

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Peaceful & Private

The all-white space is calm, dignified, and fully private. Your family and friends have the entire venue to themselves to gather and grieve and celebrate together.

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Warm & Customizable

Display photos, set up a memory table, bring flowers and personal touches. The space is flexible for any tribute — formal, relaxed, or somewhere in between.

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Open Vendor Policy

Bring your own caterer for a meal, a bakery for a tribute cake, or family members with homemade dishes. No required vendors.

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Right-Sized for Family

Up to 60 seated guests — intimate enough to feel personal, spacious enough to accommodate extended family and close friends.

The Space

Your perfect backdrop awaits

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Everything Included

No hidden fees.
All-inclusive rental.

Every booking comes fully loaded — tables, chairs, chandeliers, sound, and more. You bring your vendors and vision. We provide the rest.

  • 16 White Rectangular Tables
  • 60 White Chairs
  • 4 Chandeliers
  • 8 Wall Sconces
  • Professional Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
  • Wireless Microphone
  • Changing Room
  • AC/Heat Control
  • Kitchenette with Refrigerator & Microwave
  • White Mobile Bar
  • 2 Restrooms
  • Free On-Site Parking
  • ADA Accessible
  • Wi-Fi

Pricing

Transparent rates,
no surprises.

Weekday (Mon–Thu)
$175/hr · 3hr min
From $525
Weekend Half Day
6 hours
$1,000
Weekend Full Day
12 hours
$2,000
Sunday Special
12 hours
$1,300
Black Room Add-On
Extra space
+$200

$200 refundable retainer required. Prices include all amenities listed.

Book Your Date
"We chose Blanco for our mom's celebration of life and it was the most beautiful, peaceful setting. The all-white space felt serene and dignified. The family was so touched by how thoughtfully it came together. We're grateful for the experience."
The Williams Family
Celebration of Life at Blanco Event Center

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Celebration of Life Venues in Columbus Ohio — Honor & Remember with Dignity

A celebration of life gathers the people who loved someone most — and the setting should match the weight of that moment. Blanco Event Center provides a peaceful, elegant, and fully private celebration of life venue in Columbus Ohio. The all-white space is calm and dignified, with crystal chandeliers that create a warm atmosphere without being overwhelming.

Our 1,600 sq ft venue seats up to 60 guests — intimate enough for close family and friends, spacious enough for extended gatherings. You have the entire space to yourselves.

A Space That Allows Personalization

A celebration of life is personal — and Blanco makes personalization easy. Display photos along the tables, set up a memory table with mementos, bring in flowers or candles that remind guests of your loved one. The open vendor policy means you bring your own caterer for a meal that meant something to the person you're honoring, or let family members contribute homemade dishes. No restrictions on how you want to set up the space or what you bring in.

Located in Northland Columbus at I-71 and I-270 — easily accessible for family traveling from across the city and surrounding areas. Free on-site parking.

Celebration of Life Venue Pricing in Columbus

Weekday gatherings start at $175/hour (3-hour minimum). Weekend half-day (6 hours) is $1,000. Full-day Saturday is $2,000. Sunday full-day is $1,300. A $200 refundable retainer holds your date. During a difficult time, Blanco aims to make the venue process as simple and straightforward as possible.

Centrally Located

Convenient to all of Columbus

Located in Northland at 993 Mediterranean Ave, Blanco is easily accessible from I-71 and I-270 — minutes from every corner of the city.

Downtown Columbus
12 min
Westerville
14 min
Worthington
15 min
Gahanna
12 min
Lewis Center
20 min
Polaris
18 min
New Albany
15 min
Dublin
22 min

Free on-site parking for all guests. No garage fees, no meters.

Reserve Your Date

Ready to book Blanco
for your event?

Check availability, send an inquiry, or schedule a free in-person tour. Dates fill fast — especially weekends.

993 Mediterranean Ave, Columbus, OH 43229 · 614-618-4346