RECEPTION-ONLY WEDDING VENUE IN MANCHESTER, NH
Already planning to say "I do" somewhere else?
Bring everyone together afterward for incredible food, great company, and a celebration that feels entirely like you.
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Your People. Your Party. Your Way.
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Church & Offsite Ceremonies
Exchange your vows somewhere meaningful, then bring your guests together for an unforgettable reception.
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Courthouse Weddings
Keep the ceremony simple and save the big celebration for your family and friends.
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Post-Elopement Celebrations
Already tied the knot? Gather everyone to celebrate with great food, music, and all your favorite people.
A Reception Designed Around You
Designed to Flow
Connected spaces, flexible layouts, and built-in design details that bring your reception togethe
Freedom to Choose
Your caterer, your vendors, your vision. No food or beverage minimums or venue service fees.
Welcoming by Design
Pet-friendly, fully ADA accessible, and inclusive, with convenient lodging and downtown nearby.
The Little Details That Make a Big Difference
Sunlit Spaces & GreeneryOutdoor Gathering Spaces
Accessible for EveryonePet-Friendly CelebrationsYou don't need to host your ceremony and reception in the same place to have an unforgettable wedding celebration.
Whether you're exchanging vows at a church, keeping things intimate at the courthouse, or celebrating after an elopement or destination wedding, The Venues at The Factory gives you the freedom to make the reception your own.
Located in Manchester, New Hampshire, our industrial-chic venue brings together flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, open catering, and experienced venue coordination—all without the restrictions of a traditional all-inclusive wedding package.
“The team was BEYOND accommodating with all of our requests and needs and helped us to fill in all of the gaps to ensure the most seamless and beautiful wedding day.”
Everything You Need for a Seamless Wedding Reception
You bring the people, the vision, and the reasons to celebrate. We provide the thoughtfully designed spaces, furnishings, lighting, and behind-the-scenes support to make it happen.
From cocktail hour to your last dance, our team helps bring the details together so you can spend more time enjoying the people you came to celebrate with.
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Connected indoor and outdoor gathering spaces that can be arranged around your guest count, dining style, and celebration.
8,000 sq ft of indoor + outdoor flow for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception
Fully ADA accessible and pet-friendly
Flexible layouts built for custom installations and unique event designs
Climate-controlled comfort with heating and air conditioning
On-site parking plus free street parking nearby
No preset décor themes or forced packages
Optional lodging at the adjacent 16 Airbnbs and curated distillery experiences
Six hours of dedicated celebration time
Ceremony rehearsal included
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Industrial architecture, ambient bistro lighting, built-in draping, greenery, and curated furniture help create an inviting atmosphere without starting from scratch.
Indoor + outdoor bistro lighting for instant warmth and layered ambiance
Custom airy draping that softens and defines the space with movement
Soaring 20-ft black ceilings with white-washed brick walls
Built-in statement bars designed to anchor the room
Living greenery and signature plant wall
Beautiful natural light throughout the venue
Bistro lighting and draping may remain or be removed to accommodate your custom design vision. -
An experienced team to help coordinate venue details, support your vendor team, and manage the venue throughout your celebration.
Custom floor plan development
Timeline collaboration
Streamlined vendor communication
Placement of décor items
Full day-of venue execution
Dedicated venue point of contact
Access to a list of vetted vendors
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Choose the food and beverage experience that feels right for you, with no required food or beverage minimums.
Open catering flexibility, from refined plated service to elevated gourmet food trucks
Space designed to accommodate unique guest experiences — from vintage camper bars to interactive guest activations
Curated vendor partnerships aligned with your vision
Coordinated execution for a seamless, guest-centered celebration
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A historic 1904 shoe factory reimagined as a modern event venue, with nearby accommodations and easy access to downtown Manchester.
Located in the heart of downtown Manchester, NH
Hotels just steps away for guests
Distillery next door for pre- or post-event gatherings
Manchester–Boston Regional Airport (MHT) just 9 minutes away
Only 45 minutes from Portsmouth and the Seacoast, with easy access from Boston
MAY–NOVEMBER
Saturday — $9,800
Friday or Sunday — $8,800
DECEMBER–APRIL
Saturday — $8,800
Friday or Sunday — $7,800
TRANSPARENT WEDDING PRICING
Reception Only
A 5-hour wedding reception designed for couples celebrating after a ceremony or elopement elsewhere.
Bring everyone together for cocktails, dinner, dancing, and a celebration that's entirely your own.
Your venue investment includes our thoughtfully designed spaces, built-in amenities, furniture, venue coordination, event-day management, and professional cleaning—so you can focus on celebrating with your favorite people.
No venue gratuity.
No venue service fee.
No food or beverage minimums.
Event/liquor liability insurance is required. Credit-card processing fees apply when paying by card. Select holiday and premium dates may carry additional pricing.
Reception-Only Wedding FAQs
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Absolutely. Our Reception-Only package is designed for couples holding their ceremony elsewhere, including church weddings, courthouse ceremonies, and elopements.
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175 for seated or up to 200 for cocktail style.
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Yes. You can select a licensed caterer that fits your vision and budget, without required food or beverage minimums.
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Absolutely. Your reception doesn't have to happen on the same day as your ceremony. Bring everyone together when the timing works for you.
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Yes, we have highly reduced rate of $600/hour for additional hours.
WEDDING BROCHURE
Designed to answer your questions and help you explore everything our venue offers.
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Let's Make Room for Your Kind of Celebration
Whether you've already exchanged vows or are planning a ceremony somewhere meaningful, we'd love to help you bring everyone together for an unforgettable reception.
Come explore the spaces, imagine the possibilities, and see what celebrating at The Venues at The Factory could look like