Dayton Wedding Venues

Wedding Venues in Dayton

Dayton’s status as a center of innovation and trade makes it an ideal wedding location. The city is alive with fresh ideas and opportunities, and couples celebrating their nuptials here are invited to discover all that Dayton has to offer. There are venues to suit every style. Couples can choose from a number of stunning outdoor sites, from exclusive country club grounds to beautiful parks and nature centers. The city boasts a number of museums and culture centers too, so if an indoor event is what is desired, couples can rest assured that they will not want for options. Couples wishing to broaden their search may wish to consider nearby Cincinnati. Known as the Queen of the West, this gem boasts more than 5,000 acres of parkland and is home to a number of arts and culture festivals, including the famous Taste of Cincinnati.

Dayton Travel and Accommodation

Dayton is among the largest 90-minute markets in the United States. Visitors to the city enjoy fast, easy access to a range of transportation networks, connecting Dayton to locations throughout the country and across the globe. Nonstop flights to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport arrive daily from a number of major airports around the country, including LaGuardia (New York), Dulles (Washington DC), and O’Hare (Chicago). Guests arriving by car can take Interstate 70 east from Indianapolis (125 miles) or west from Columbus (73 miles). Guests making the short journey north from Cincinnati are advised to use Interstate 75 (55 miles). The city’s public transportation system includes one of the longest-running trolleybus services in the United States. Friends and family requiring overnight accommodation can select from several fine hotels in the city’s center and along the area's major roadways.

Dayton Climate Information

Dayton has a humid continental climate. Summers are typically warm and humid, and winters are usually cold and dry. Temperatures range from an average low of around 22°F in January to an average high of over 87°F in July. Average monthly precipitation ranges from just under 2.5 inches in February to more than 4.5 inches in May. Dayton averages 4 snowy days in January and nearly 10 hours of sunshine per day in June, so couples celebrating their nuptials in Dayton can plan for a cheery springtime ceremony or a cozy winter ceremony, complete with hot cocoa and delightful fireplaces that flicker and dance.

FAQs

What is the average cost of a wedding venue in Dayton?

Prices vary by season and location. Average venue rental cost in Ohio’s three largest cities range from $12,000 to more than $14,500. Further information can be found in The Knot’s Ohio weddings guide.

• I’m not from Ohio. Where can I find information about local vendors?

The Knot’s Ohio Weddings page is a great resource for couples looking for ideas and inspiration.

I’ve found a venue I love, but I need help planning my wedding. Any advice?

Your chosen venue may have a wedding planner on staff, or they may be able to provide you with a list of preferred wedding planners. You can also search for local wedding planners here.

Dayton’s accessibility makes it an ideal location for everyone to gather, now where do I go to manage my invitations?

WeddingWire’s wedding planning tools give couples the resources they need to manage your guest list.