Pricing information
About
On WeddingWire since 2016
The Allegheny County Courthouse is a National Historic Landmark and the masterpiece of architect Henry Hobson Richardson. Construction began in 1884 and was completed in 1888.
Inside, the elegant Grand Staircase features soaring arches and ornate columns, as well as five murals by artist Vincent Nesbert and flags of the states.
Outside at the center of the Allegheny County Courthouse is a beautiful courtyard that features a central fountain and four landscaped gardens. The building rises dramatically around the courtyard, giving guests spectacular views of the 229-foot granite bell tower, turrets, arched windows, and steep slate roofs.
Whether it’s an intimate elopement on the Grand Staircase or a grand celebration under the stars,
the Allegheny County Courthouse provides an unforgettable backdrop for your special event.
Capacity for a seated dinner in the courtyard is 150, and we accept reservation requests 18 months in advance of your date.
AMMENITIES AND STAFF SUPPORT
For private special events, including wedding ceremonies plus receptions, you may rent the grand staircase and courtyard on a weekend or on a weekday evening after 5PM. For after-hours events, we can accommodate up to 150 people for a seated diner in the courtyard, and more for a standing, cocktail-style event.
With private, after-hours rentals, we provide:
• white garden chairs
• (6’) banquet tables
• high- or low-top cocktail tables
• Venue Coordinator, Building Security, Custodians, Electrician
Your food, alcohol, linens, décor, etc. would be supplied by vendors of your choice.
ELOPMENTS AND SMALL CEREMONIES
To accommodate elopements and simple ceremonies, the Allegheny County Courthouse allows couples to reserve the Grand Staircase and Gallery area inside the courthouse in two-hour increments. Weekday ceremonies may be held during business hours (9AM until 5PM), excluding holidays and pending venue availability. We’ll set white folding chairs, theater-style, for up to 50 guests. There is no charge for the venue nor for the chairs for this type of ceremony.
Please understand that the courthouse is open to the public during free weddings, and we do not provide an officiant nor handle marriage licenses.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
Describe your venue:
What kind of settings are available?
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
What event services do you offer?
What event items are available?
What transportation and access is available?
Any other questions?
Reviews of The Allegheny County Courthouse
Are you interested?
Professional Network & Endorsements
Attended and photographed a beautiful wedding on the grand staircase this past Friday. It was a lovely and short ceremony and you cannot beat the courthouse interior and courtyard for absolutely stunning photos
Map
Would you like to visit?
The Allegheny County Courthouse frequently asked questions
- Chairs
- Clean Up
- Set Up
- Tables
- Historic Building
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Elopements
- Event Rentals
- Outside Vendors
- Chairs
- Tables