We had our wedding here in July 2023. This venue made it soo easy for us to design the perfect…read moreevent with clean lines, industrial feel and all white backdrop. Our colors popped and the whole event was elegant. Chris and here team were so easy to work with making sure we were involved and able to make changes to the layout to fit what we needed. They worked well with our caterer and we got the wedding of our dreams. Would 100% recommend them!

My partner (I mean "my husband") and I looked at 8 possible venues for our wedding in Center City…read morePhiladelphia. Honestly, we could've stopped after the first one! When we walked into PowerPlant Productions in Old City, we knew that this would be the place. It's the coolest space for a party, and no other venue in Center City is anything like it! When visiting other venues, we imagined how we'd decorate to mask the ugly ballroom carpets, bland or dusty-looking walls, and utter lack of personality (even at classic, historical sites). But at PowerPlant, we wanted the gorgeous space to speak for itself, and use a little decor to accentuate its natural appeal. From the gorgeous wide-plank hardwoods, all white brick walls, extraordinarily high ceilings, massive wall of windows, and that huge iconic smokestack! There is no place like it. Not being pro party planners, having access to Chris and Jim (the owners-who got married there) and Tommi (manager) was the lifeline I didn't know we needed. First, they actually own the building which is different than other city venues. If you have questions or requests, you ask Chris and Jim directly. They decide and answer, not a chain of go-between people. Chris has seen countless events at Power Plant and (at our request) shared a menu of ideas and floorplans that were foundational to our once-in-a-lifetime, phenomenal party. She knows what works really well in the space. Chris even helped us pare down a list of vendors to the ones that would be most likely to negotiate and customize an experience in our financial ballpark (including our caterer-our other lifeline-who also got married there). Leading up to the day-of, Jim and Tommi made prep as simple as they could for us. They made sure everything was set how we planned it. Plus, all of the scheduling, dropping off, setting up, picking up afterwards... trust me, as you approach the big day, it's these little things (like access to the space when you need) that catch you off guard and cause tremendous stress. They had our backs. Ultimately, our wedding was unlike any that I've ever attended (and I think most guests would say the same). Everyone commented on the venue. It was the night of our lives. We owe that to the gorgeous space, the venue and catering teams, DJ, and of course the phenomenal grooms and guests too. Haha. Thank you, PowerPlant Productions!

went to a wedding & reception at Liberty view, and it was very nice. easy, inexpensive parking…read moreunder the building. wedding on the outside terrace overlooking independence mall, followed by cocktail hour also outside. tasty passed hors d'ouvres and a mezze table. the dinner was inside in a lovely room, very delicious salmon atop sweet potato puree with perfectly al dente vegetables. only mishap was the wait staff cleared all of the utensils before cake & coffee, so we had to ask for forks and spoons to be returned. other than that, service was efficient.

Fantastic space, views, and service. I didn't even know this existed and I live in Philadelphia! I…read morewas here this past Saturday for a friend's wedding and this makes me want to renew my vows with my husband haha. Views: you get a view of the most beautiful parts of Old Town Philadelphia. You can people watch while having a cocktail, which was probably the most fun part. I even waved at a few tour buses going by. Space: they have a flower wall, and the space outside especially is immaculate. There are tons of places to take beautiful pictures that are instagram worthy. Service: The bartenders, Brian and Walter, were amazing. They were so friendly and quick to help - even with lending me a pen so I could write in the card I had just bought for the couple! The drinks were amazing as well (loved the tequila sunrises). The manager, Kenya, was FANTASTIC. You could see how expertly she choreographed the night. At one point during dinner, the staff was clearing the plates for dinner, which is also when the couple started their toasts. Kenya quickly whispered to the staff "not now, not now" so that staff were not walking around while toasts were being given. The dinners for each table were given all at once and the food was delicious as well. All in all, it was an absolutely beautiful space, with even more wonderful service, which is always hard to find with weddings.

This is probably my favorite anarchist community center in town. If you're going to splurge, this…read moreis the place to do it. The service is prompt but gruff, though I'd argue that's part of the rustic anarchist community center feel. Our server, Mud, was able to give us some great guidance and was especially helpful for pairing hummus with our mushrooms. Everything you've heard is 100% true and then some! Obviously the mushrooms are the main event, and every time I go they're top-notch juicy and perfectly cooked. Don't skip dessert! The housemade vegan french toast is out-of-this-world good, so save room on your main course!

After a few months of looking for wedding venues and being absolutely overwhelmed with the amount…read moreof generic catering halls that weren't our style, we accidentally came across the community room at Kings Grant. It's not specifically for weddings (it was set up for a Sweet 16 birthday party when we went to see it for the first time), but it ended up being the perfect place for our wedding reception. Kings Grant itself is a community nestled in the woods by a beautiful lake in Marlton not far from Route 73. There're homes there as well as a small shopping plaza where we also ended up finding our flower vendor. The community room was originally only for use by people who lived in the community, but over the past few years has been opened up for anyone to use. Built at the edge of a tree-lined lake, the views we knew our guests would have during an October ceremony pretty much convinced us that this was the place for us. One wall of the room is made up entirely of glass windows, which allowed our guests to see that beautiful lake, and there's also a deck that guests can go out on to take a break from the partying inside. The dance floor wasn't the biggest, which suited our party just fine, and in the middle of it there's a lovely fireplace. The only con with the space is that large air conditioning ductwork that slightly separates the room, but the other pros were far more important to us. Once we knew that this was the place to have our wedding reception, Darlene here helped us plan a lot of the finer details. For example, we ended up going with Anthony Michael's, the caterer that she recommended. She only works a few days a week, but when she's available she was happy to answer any questions we had about our day. She has a very assertive attitude about what will and won't work in the space, having done this for twenty years, but we liked that, since we knew she was speaking from years of experience. Overall, we were so happy to have this be the venue for our wedding reception. The October trees looked amazing for our outdoor ceremony at the gazebo, the sun setting over the lake later in the evening was beautiful, and the space worked very well for our guests (of which there were about 110). We couldn't have asked for a space that was more our style.

I recommend visiting here in around Christmas time to enjoy good German beer, food, and dessert…read more My favorite part is the basement where you can enjoy the tea/coffe and dessert. It looks like a ski lodge.

We had our wedding here last weekend! Would highly recommend the venue! Anett from the German…read moreSociety was great and very communicative. We rented the Rathskeller Space for our cocktail hour and the Barthelmes Auditorium (14 hours) for our reception. The space is very DIY. They can provide fold up chairs or either 7 ft rectangular or 6 foot round tables but you set these up yourself! (We rented chiavari chairs from South Jersey Party Rentals). They also have fridge space and a kitchen for your caterer. It is a lot more affordable than other venues in the city; it also comes with a gated parking lot. The venue is also handicap accessible with an elevator to all the floors which we really appreciated.

We had our wedding reception at Front and Palmer and we and our guests couldn't have been more…read moreimpressed. We worked with Lini who was a true professional. She was responsive and helpful and went above and beyond our expectations. The food at both the cocktail hour and dinner were delicious. Our guests never wanted for a drink. Our guests were well fed and appropriately served through the entire evening. Ella was great and checked in with us often to make sure we did not need anything. Don't let the outside area fool you - the interior is beautiful, unique, and memorable! We added lots of string lights but it's the type of venue that does not need much to impress. The old wood floors and the artistic chandeliers add so much character. We honestly wouldn't have changed anything from the evening and would recommend without hesitation hosting a wedding reception here.

Attended a wedding here and was impressed with the ambiance and the food. A large open space that…read morecan accommodate any theme. The host and her staff was very professional and attentive to all details.

This Musuem has some really cool artifacts and information presented. I learned about fire buckets…read morefor the first time. There's also two replicas in glass displays that are super cool.

Carpenters' Hall is a small but important historic site in the heart of Old City, Philadelphia…read more This is where the First Continental Congress met in 1774, making it a key piece of early American history. The building itself is quaint and well-maintained, and while the space is small, it's packed with interesting information and exhibits about its role in the founding of the country. (LOL things I learned while touring the hall) The surrounding garden is peaceful and beautifully kept -- a great spot to take a breather while exploring the area. Inside, they sell some charming little souvenirs like president rubber ducks, which are perfect for kids. It's completely free to enter, but there's a donation box in the center -- definitely consider dropping something in to help keep this gem open. A quick, meaningful stop that's well worth your time.

Attended a wedding here and it was beautiful! Was in awe from the moment we walked through the…read morefront door. However, for a wedding, it was a little tough. There was only one bathroom, and going up and down the stairs (in heels) got to be a huge hassle. After the ceremony ended, that room was closed off and everyone had to squeeze in the tiny entrance room for the cocktail hour. Once the reception started, everything was the complete opposite -- very spread out and separated, which wasn't terrible, but the major issue was the main reception room. Their were hardly any tables for such a large number of people and the dance floor was tiny. We made do and still enjoyed ourselves, but would have liked to eat sitting down at an actual table! Although this type of venue wouldn't be my first choice for a wedding specifically, it was still beautiful and if the layout doesn't bother you, the decor and feel of the place overall were perfect!

Was here over the weekend for a wedding and was impressed by the beauty of this old mansion. I was…read moreshocked to learn that the mansion was previously a private residence due to the massive size of the place. It was an interesting wedding venue due to the multiple floors. First floor was the ceremony and dance floor, 2nd floor was a bar, and 3rd floor a billiard room and bridal suite. Pros: gorgeous venue for pictures Multiple floors with different amenities Multiple bars Cons: ONE BATHROOM!!!!!! Smoking allowed on the third floor Very small dance floor