Your wedding should represent the unique love that you and your partner share, celebrating the family you are creating, the roots that hold you and the hopes that inspire your relationship. We have a variety of customizable ceremony and reception spaces available in our church, including a small Chapel, large Sanctuary, a reception room and hall. We are happy to work with you to offer a space that fit your needs. Reach out to weddings@philauu.org to learn more and reserve a date.
What we offer:
- Our building, a signature piece by regionally celebrated architect Frank Furness, is a designated historic landmark.
- Our affordable Center City location, with ample nearby parking.
- DIY friendly: No catering or vendor requirements.
- Our large kitchen is available for receptions.
- We are a welcoming, queer and trans-friendly church.
- We have customizable ceremony and rehearsal spaces and on-site tables and chairs.
Ceremony Only
Large Ceremony
Our Sanctuary seats over 500, yet, owing to its unusual design, is an intimate setting for much smaller gatherings. It is graced with rich colors, as well as a Casavant Freres organ and Steinway grand piano. The Sanctuary is located on the first floor and is an accessible space. A wedding in the Sanctuary is $1500. Includes the use of organ and piano and full PA system.
Smaller, Intimate Ceremony
Our Chapel is a jewel of stained glass and carved wood, seats up to 70; there is a Baldwin upright piano in the chapel loft. The Chapel is located on the first floor and is an accessible space. A wedding in the Chapel is $800.
Reception Only
Spacious Reception Hall
Griffin Hall is our social hall located downstairs next to an industrial kitchen, can comfortably seat 150 for an elegant dinner and room for dancing. Griffin Hall is located in our basement, which is down one flight of stairs. A reception in Griffin Hall is $1200 for 6 hours.
Sunlit Reception Room
Our Parish Room is a sunny Victorian parlor, which accommodates small to mid-sized receptions. This room is located on the first floor and is an accessible space. A reception in the Parish Room is $1200 for 6 hours.
Ceremony & Reception
Chapel Ceremony & Parish Room Reception
Up to a 70 person ceremony & reception, $1750
Celebrate your love in our elegant Chapel, which offers an intimate space for a smaller wedding. The historic, creative wooden details give a cozy feel to a “just close friends and family” wedding. There is Baldwin upright piano in the Chapel loft and the space has Bluetooth capabilities for music. Host a reception in either the sunlit Parish Room, overlooking a vibrant tree-lined garden or Griffin Hall, our social hall, complete with a stage and PA system. Price includes a 2 hours in the Chapel and 6 hours in either the Parish Room or Griffin Hall and tables and chairs.
Sanctuary Ceremony & Reception Hall
100-500 person ceremony, up to 150 person reception, $2500
Celebrate your love with all your extended family, friends and loved ones in our colorful Sanctuary, decorated with intricate stained glass. The Sanctuary can hold up to 500 people. Enjoy the use of our organ and piano and full PA system in the Sanctuary. Host a reception in either our sunlit Parish Room, overlooking a vibrant tree-lined garden or dance the night away in Griffin Hall, which is complete with a stage and PA system. Price includes 2 hours in the Sanctuary and 6 hours in either the Parish Room or Griffin Hall and tables and chairs.
Full Venue Wedding
Up to 500 person ceremony, 150-200 person reception, $3750
Host an event that you and your loved ones will remember forever. Spread out across our Sanctuary, Chapel, Parish Room and Griffin Hall and celebrate your union in comfort and style. Our colorful Sanctuary can host up to 500 people. The bright and airy Parish Room, over-looking a verdant garden, is lovely for a post-ceremony happy hour, champagne toast, or seated dining. Bring in a band or DJ to perform on stage in Griffin Hall and dance all night. This price includes 8 hours in all four rooms, access to our organ, pianos, PA systems, and tables and chairs.
