Celebrate

Weddings

WEDDINGS

Host an intimate rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception, plus a farewell brunch for a full wedding weekend experience at the Deacon. Our open floor plan allows you flexibility to make your vision come to light with the option of staying in our eight bedrooms made for unwinding, creating memorable experiences and enjoying one another’s company for an extended stay.

Vaulted ceilings and arched windows set the backdrop, while modern touches and design nods inspired by Bauahus, and the art and humor of John Baldessarti, make The Deacon a contemporary curated space.

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A sketch of an interior room with arched openings, chairs arranged in rows, and artwork on the walls.
A bride and groom share a kiss at their wedding reception, with a wedding cake on the table in front of them.
A woman in a white robe is holding a hanger with a white dress and examining it in a room with stained glass windows and framed artwork.
Group of men dressed in tuxedos, posing on a staircase in formal attire, inside a modern home with a staircase, plants, and white chairs visible in the background.
A newlywed couple dressed in white outfits standing next to a historical marker about the First African Baptist Church. The woman is holding a bouquet of white flowers, and they are holding hands. The woman wears a white one-shoulder dress with high slit, and the man wears a white suit with a boutonniere. They are standing on a sidewalk at night with some people and parked cars in the background.
Group of people, including bride holding a bouquet, standing in front of a large green door with stained glass, smiling and engaging with each other at a wedding celebration.

The Space

CAPACITIES

The Deacon can be modified to host a variety of different events suitable to your unique guest list.

Cocktail Reception ____________________ 175*

Seated Reception
with dance floor ______________________ 100*
without dance floor ___________________ 150*

Ceremony (only) ______________________ 140*

Overnight Accommodations
8 suites / 13 beds / sleep up to 26 people

*capacities may vary depending on floor plan
**Please note we are a historic building with no elevator to the second floor

Floor plan of a building with a large central event space surrounded by four bedrooms, two on each side, with staircases at the top and bottom.
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A dining room with a long table set for a meal, decorated with a green garland and white candles. The room has teal walls, arched windows, and modern wooden pendant lights hanging from the ceiling.
A woman with long dreadlocks jumping on a bed in a room with stained glass windows.
A person's hand with red nails and a ring on the middle finger holding a glass of amber-colored beverage with lemon peel, next to a pink glass of water with ice on a black marble surface.
A round cheese platter with red grapes, blue cheese, smoked cheese, and cheddar cheese, next to a glass of white wine. In the background, a small tray of cured meats, breadsticks, and pickles.
Interior of a church or event hall with high vaulted ceilings, chandelier, stained glass windows, arranged seating, and a bar area at the back with hanging lights, decorated with flowers in the foreground.
Display of a white dress on a hanger, a green blazer, a pair of beige high-heeled shoes, a framed photo, a small bouquet of flowers, a camera, and decorative books and signs on a wall-mounted shelf and a small red stool with a white vase and flowers.

What’s included

  • 5 hour event + 2 hour set-up + 1 hour breakdown

  • Events end by 11pm with the possibility of a 1-hour extension (for an additional fee)

  • A weekend in the sanctuary includes 2 night stay with early check-in and late check-out and the ability to host multiple events in the space

  • Tables, chairs, & couches that live in the common area + additional tables for food/bev and guest seating: see our furniture guide

  • Sonos surround sound speakers, PA System (Bose speaker + Wireless mics), Apple TV, Projector/screen, & more: see our tech guide

  • Open chef’s kitchen: see our amenities list

Our Couples

  • A bride and groom share a kiss during their wedding ceremony inside a decorated venue with a stained glass window above.

    Hannah + Chris

    MAY 2024

    42 seated ceremony + reception

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  • People at a celebration or party, smiling and holding drinks, with a woman in a white dress laughing in the foreground.

    Kevin + Erin

    MARCH 2024

    120 ceremony + cocktail style reception

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  • Two women holding hands and looking at each other during a wedding ceremony, with guests holding rainbow flags in the background.

    Brooke + Jess

    MARCH 2024

    40 ceremony + seated reception
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  • A wedding reception with people seated at tables decorated with flowers and candles, featuring a man in a tuxedo and a woman in a white dress smiling at the camera.

    Mason + Katherine

    SEPTEMBER 2023

    120 ppl seated reception
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  • A bride and groom kissing on a staircase surrounded by their wedding party celebrating, with the bride holding a bouquet and the wedding party cheering and smiling.

    Teah + Kyle

    NOVEMBER 2023

    100 ppl ceremony, seated reception

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  • A couple dressed in wedding attire standing on a staircase, with the woman holding a colorful bouquet of flowers. Above them, there are neon signs that read 'LOVE' and 'Service' on the wall.

    Laura + Andy

    APRIL 2022

    80 ppl ceremony, cocktail hr + seated reception
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  • A happy couple dressed in wedding attire walking together against a wall with red, beige, and white paint, holding a bouquet of flowers.

    Winnie + Kiet

    JUNE 2022

    70 ppl ceremony + cocktail hr
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  • Wedding celebration with a bride and groom dancing on chairs surrounded by friends, and a band playing instruments in the background.

    Lily + Doug

    APRIL 2022

    60 ppl ceremony, cocktail hr + dancing
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  • A bride in a white wedding dress with a long train and a groom in a dark suit standing on stone steps in front of a green gate framed by brick walls, smiling and looking happy.

    Olivia + Daniel

    OCTOBER 2021

    85 ppl ceremony / 130 ppl seated reception
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  • A bride and groom cutting a wedding cake. The bride is in a white, sequined dress and the groom in a black tuxedo. The cake is large, white, with gold accents, and is decorated with fresh flowers and leaves. There are floral arrangements at the base and above the cake.

    Megan + Billy

    NOVEMBER 2021

    Ceremony + seated dinner for 15 guests
    Cocktail hour + dancing for 100 guests
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A chalkboard menu listing various drinks including lavender spritz, old fashioned, wine, and high life beer, surrounded by bottles and cans of beverages on a bar counter.
A group of people celebrating at a party, smiling and making celebratory gestures, with drinks on the table and a dark-colored wall in the background.
People gathered in a spacious banquet hall for a celebration or event, with some dancing on the floor and others socializing, while a group stands on an upper balcony observing the scene. The hall features high vaulted ceilings, a chandelier, and stained glass windows.
A couple dancing closely at a wedding reception, with guests in the background, smiling and enjoying the event.

Things to know

  • Please be aware that there is no elevator and that our space is location on the second floor (two flights of stairs)

  • A 50% deposit is due upfront at contract signing. The balance is due 45 days prior to the event. We accept 2 forms of payment check or credit card. All credit card payments are subject to a 1.5% cc surcharge.

    Payments via check should be made out to Deacon Hospitality Group LLC and mailed to 1901 S. 9th Street Suite 410 Philadelphia, PA 19148

  • Decor like open glitter, confetti and sparklers at The Deacon is strictly prohibited. You are not allowed to put holes in the walls or use command strips or tape in our space.

    Any decor that needs to be adhered in any way beyond string need to be approved by The Deacon team prior to the event. All decor and signs must be removed on the day of the event and removed immediately following the event

  • The Deacon is in an urban residential zone with limited street parking. Clients should encourage guests to arrive via Lyft/Uber/Taxi as much as possible. The closest public parking garage is Lincoln Square Parking on 15th Street between Carpenter and Washington.

    – Clients can choose to employ a guest shuttle or valet service, but these services are not included in The Deacon contract; the client is responsible for all necessary permits. A valet lot is available and located 2 blocks from the Deacon

    – The main entrance to The Deacon are the large green doors off of Christian Street. This should be communicated for all arriving wedding guests and transportation vendors.

    – When leaving the event, please be mindful of the Deacon’s neighbors and conscious of noise levels while waiting for transportation.

  • All vendors working on site are required to provide Certificates of Insurance (at least 1 million in general liability insurance) at least 30 days prior to your event. COIs should list the following The Deacon as an additional insured for the event.

    Below is the information:

    Deacon Hospitality Group LLC

    dba The Deacon

    1600 Christian Street

    Philadelphia, PA 19146

  • All events must have an end time of 11pm (12am if extended 1 hour). At that time, the DJ/Band, Bar and Catering must shut down. If you are staying for the weekend once the DJ/Band shuts down, you have the option to switch over to the Sonos speakers. There will be a $1,000 fine applied if your event goes past your end time.

  • Vendor deliveries/load-out. All vendors must pack up their equipment the night of the event and remove it from the building. If same day load out is not possible, pick up times must be approved by The Deacon team.

    When doing a full weekend buyout, any rentals must be delivered and picked up during the duration of your stay.

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