Outdooring & Naming Ceremony Venue
Columbus, Ohio
Welcome your new arrival in a space that honors the occasion. Blanco's all-white venue with crystal chandeliers is the perfect setting for Outdooring ceremonies, baby naming celebrations, and dedication events — intimate, private, and fully customizable.
Why Choose Blanco
Why Columbus African families choose Blanco for Outdoorings
Private & Intimate
A fully private space for up to 60 guests. Your ceremony, your traditions, your family — no outside interference.
Open Vendor Policy
Bring your own caterer for traditional Ghanaian, Nigerian, or West African food. No restrictions on outside catering.
All-White Canvas
Crisp white walls and crystal chandeliers make every color pop — kente cloth, gold accents, florals, and traditional decor all shine.
Sound System Included
Built-in Bluetooth speaker for traditional music, hymns, or any soundtrack you choose for the ceremony.
The Space
Your perfect backdrop awaits
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.
$200 refundable retainer required. Prices include all amenities listed.
Book Your Date"We wanted a beautiful, private space for our son's Outdooring — a place that felt celebratory and culturally appropriate. Blanco was perfect. The white space made our kente cloth and gold decorations stand out beautifully. Our family traveled from across the country and everyone loved the venue."
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Naming Ceremony Venue in Columbus Ohio
If you are searching for a naming ceremony venue in Columbus Ohio, this is the page — outdooring and naming ceremony are the same booking at Blanco. The room is private, all white, and neutral enough for kente, aso ebi, or all-white dress codes, and it seats up to 60 with 100 standing. Open vendor policy means your own caterer, drummers, MC and decorator are welcome, and there are no restrictions on outside food or music.
Outdooring and Baby Naming Ceremony Venues in Columbus Ohio
The Outdooring — also known as a baby naming ceremony or dedication — is a deeply meaningful West African tradition celebrating a new child's introduction to the world. Finding the right Outdooring venue in Columbus Ohio means looking for a space that can hold the ceremony's cultural weight while providing warmth, privacy, and the flexibility to bring your own catering, decorators, and community.
Blanco Event Center has become a go-to venue for Columbus's Ghanaian, Nigerian, and broader West African community for Outdooring and naming ceremony events. The all-white interior creates a bright, celebratory setting that honors the occasion's significance while accommodating the full family gathering that typically accompanies these celebrations.
Why Blanco Works for Outdooring Ceremonies in Columbus
Our 1,600 sq ft space accommodates up to 60 seated or 100 standing guests — appropriate for the extended family gatherings that Outdooring traditions call for. The open vendor policy is especially important for these events: you can bring your own West African caterers and traditional foods without any restrictions. The kitchenette with refrigerator and warming space supports food setup and storage throughout the event.
The fully private venue means no noise from adjacent events and no interruptions during the ceremony. Located in Northland, Blanco is easily accessible for guests from across Greater Columbus, including Dublin, Hilliard, Westerville, Gahanna, and Downtown. Free on-site parking.
Outdooring Venue Pricing in Columbus
Blanco starts at $175/hour with a 3-hour weekday minimum. Weekend half-day (8 hours) is $1,000; full-day (16 hours) is $2,000. Sunday full-day is $1,300. A $200 refundable retainer secures your date. For Outdooring venues in Columbus Ohio, Blanco provides the combination of cultural respect, vendor freedom, and genuine elegance that these important family celebrations deserve.
Pricing and availability information last reviewed .
Also Hosted Here
Other events at Blanco
Centrally Located
Convenient to every Columbus suburb
Located in Northland at 993 Mediterranean Ave, right at I-71 and I-270 — typical no-traffic drive times from every side of the metro.
North suburbs
- Worthington~5 min · 1.9 mi
- Clintonville~7 min · 2.5 mi
- Polaris~10 min · 5.5 mi
- Westerville~12 min · 5.5 mi
- Dublin~14 min · 6.9 mi
- Powell~17 min · 9 mi
- Lewis Center~18 min · 10.5 mi
- Delaware~19 min · 12.3 mi
- Galena~20 min · 12.5 mi
- Sunbury~23 min · 14.4 mi
East side
- New Albany~18 min · 11.9 mi
- Gahanna~19 min · 12.8 mi
- Bexley~19 min · 12 mi
- Whitehall~24 min · 15.4 mi
- Blacklick~26 min · 17.8 mi
- Reynoldsburg~27 min · 19.4 mi
- Pataskala~33 min · 24.2 mi
- Pickerington~36 min · 25.7 mi
West side
- Upper Arlington~17 min · 10.1 mi
- Grandview Heights~20 min · 11.7 mi
- Hilliard~25 min · 16.2 mi
- Plain City~27 min · 18.1 mi
- Galloway~33 min · 21.3 mi
- Marysville~35 min · 27.2 mi
- West Jefferson~36 min · 27.4 mi
South side
- Obetz~28 min · 19.2 mi
- Grove City~30 min · 18.7 mi
- Groveport~31 min · 21 mi
- Lockbourne~34 min · 24.3 mi
- Canal Winchester~35 min · 24.2 mi
Central Columbus
- Short North~14 min · 9.6 mi
- Downtown Columbus~18 min · 10.9 mi
- German Village~18 min · 11.8 mi
Free on-site parking for all guests. No garage fees, no meters.
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993 Mediterranean Ave, Columbus, OH 43229 · 614-618-4346