Weddings — The Henry Clay

Weddings & Receptions

Listed on the Top Ten Wedding Venues in the US by Martha Stewart in 2010, The Henry Clay offers two beautiful and unique 1920’s style ballrooms that exude timeless elegance, creating the perfect romantic backdrop for your wedding day! If availability allows, you can pick your favorite ballroom or use one ballroom for the ceremony and the other for the reception. Become a part of our history!

Rental Inclusions

5 1/2 hours of event time are offered for weddings and receptions.
5 hours of event time is offered for receptions.
Additional time can be added at an hourly rate.

Venue Amenities Include:

60” Round Tables
Gold Chiavari with Ivory Cushions
Banquet Tables
Linen
Set-up and Breakdown
Private Restrooms
WiFi
Facilities Representative On Site During the Event
Directional Signage

Henry Clay Event Planning Guide

Hospitality Suite

Our 4th floor includes a complimentary hospitality suite with a fully equipped kitchen and private restroom.

Clients renting the 4th floor space will have access to the building beginning at 10am to get ready with their wedding party.

Preferred Catering List

8UP Catering
8UP Catering Website

Crushed Ice Catering
Crushed Ice Website

Ladyfingers Catering

Ladyfingers Catering Website

The Silver Spoon

Silver Spoon Website

Wiltshire Pantry
Wiltshire Pantry Website

Heitzman’s Traditional
Heitzman's Website

Kingsley Meat & Catering
Kingsley Website

Tandoori Fusion
Tandoori Website

All food, beverage and bars must go through the licensed and insured caterer.

Parking Around The Henry Clay

PARKING

There is a Surface Lot (highlighted in green) located directly across from The Henry Clay on Third and Chestnut Streets.

The Clay Commons Parking Garage (highlighted in pink) is located directly behind The Henry Clay with access from 350 West Chestnut Street.
Event parking in the garage can be coordinated with PARC, (502) 574-4541.

Metered Street Parking is an options and many offered in close proximity of The Henry Clay. If you would like to bag the meters in front of the building for an event, please call (502) 574-4217.

Paige And Russell Wedding At The Henry Clay

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Rachel And Nathan Reception The Henry Clay

Accommodations

Your overnight guests will enjoy the convenience of our indoor direct connection to the award-winning Hilton Garden Inn. Each of the comfortable guest rooms boasts stylish decor and is equipped with modern conveniences. Inviting suites are also available, offering wonderful city views, more space, and upgraded amenities. Take the elevator to the eighth floor to find the only rooftop bar in Louisville, 8UP Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen. 8UP is a dazzling outdoor/indoor all-glass drinking and dining experience that offers unparalleled views of downtown Louisville. Whether lounging alfresco or enjoying the dining room, 8UP offers a myriad of experiences designed to please the sophisticated palates and celebrate the spirit of fun that is Louisville.