Sanctuary at Church of the Ascension

About this space

Church of the Ascension is beautifully renovated Gothic Revival style church located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Built in 1866, our recently updated sanctuary offers an exceptional venue for your special day.

With its stunning architecture and proximity to Manhattan, Church of the Ascension provides an enchanting backdrop for your event. The sanctuary spans 3,000 square feet and has been meticulously restored to harmoniously blend elegant original details with modern updates.

The soaring ceiling, blond hardwood floors, and exposed original stone walls add a touch of timeless beauty to the space. The open floor plan allows for versatility in planning your unforgettable gathering.

We have hosted weddings, receptions, concerts, dance performances, panel discussions and parties. The venue is handicapped accessable.

Event offers and packages

We offer a flexible and unique space to make you and your event stand out. We have a full caterers kitchen and prep room, a green room for space and we welcome all.

Wedding Ceremonies

$3000 minimum spend

Our Wedding Ceremonies package offers you a beautiful space to make your union official! This package inclues a 1 hour rehearsal session, up to 2 hours of set up time on the day of the wedding (including floral and other decorations), the ceremony and adequate time allocated for photographs and a special toast (if you are inclined). We will place chairs ahead of time to your specifications. Additional services include: church officiant ($600), day of wedding coordinator ($60 per hour, 3 hour minimum for ceremonies), and music.

Wedding Receptions

$5000 minimum spend

Our Wedding Receptions package includes up to 5 hours of rental of our space with additional hours available for $1,000/hr. Your reception time will include time for catering and decorating. Deliveries can happen outside this window with prior arrangement. A day of coordinator can be arranged for $60/hr, minimum of 5 hours.

Complete Wedding Package

$10000 total

The Complete Wedding package will give you all day access (up to 12 hours) for your ceremony and reception. Our stunning sanctuary can host your ceremony and be turned around to become a place to dine, dance and continue the celebration! Deliveries can happen outside this window with prior arrangement. A day of coordinator can be arranged for $60/hr, minimum of 5 hours.

Events Package

$1400 minimum spend

We host events such dinner parties, fund raisers, brand launch parties, celebrations, book events, flea markets, podcasts, comedy shows and more. Our sanctuary can hold up to 185 guests seated.

Prices

Sunday

1:30 pm – 10:00 pm

from $350 hire fee per hour

Per hour

1:30 pm – 10:00 pm

from $350

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Welcome to our event venue! We offer a variety of rental options to suit your needs:

1. Rental Fee: Our standard rental fee is $350 per hour, perfect for various events and gatherings.

2. Wedding Packages: If you're planning a wedding, we have tailored wedding packages that begin at $3,000. These packages are thoughtfully designed to make your special day truly unforgettable.

3. Wedding Coordinator: To ensure a seamless wedding experience, you have the option to hire our professional wedding coordinator for the day of the event. The coordinator is available for $100 per hour (with a minimum of 5 hours).

4. Officiant Services: If you'd like to have Fr. John Merz officiate your ceremony, he is available at a rate of $600.

5. Personalized Planning: We take great pride in helping you plan your event to perfection. Our team would be delighted to discuss your specific needs and provide personalized recommendations to make your occasion truly special.

Monday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Tuesday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Wednesday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Thursday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Friday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Saturday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $350

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

Standing

up to 200

Dining

up to 135

Theatre

up to 180

Boardroom

up to 75

Cabaret

up to 100

U-Shaped

up to 75

Classroom

up to 180

Catering and drinks

Facilities

Air conditioning

Free on-street parking

Paid parking facilities available nearby

200 Wooden Chairs

Full Caterers Kitchen

Green Room/Breakout Room

On Site Coordinator Available

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Host rules

We have a few important guidelines to ensure a pleasant and respectful experience for all our guests:

1. Outside Catering Welcome: You are welcome to bring in outside catering for your event. We understand the importance of having the perfect menu to suit your preferences.

2. Smoke-Free Environment: To maintain a clean and healthy atmosphere, we strictly enforce a no-smoking policy inside the building.

3. Guest Curfew at 9:30 PM: To be considerate of our neighbors and ensure a peaceful environment, we kindly ask all guests to conclude their celebrations and depart by 9:30 PM.

4. Respectful Use of Space: We take pride in offering a well-maintained venue for all events. We kindly request all guests to treat the space with care and respect, leaving it in the same condition as they found it.

5. Avoid Loitering: To maintain a safe and organized environment, we request that guests refrain from loitering in front of the building. Let's ensure smooth arrivals and departures for everyone.

6. A deposit is required on all bookings.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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About Church of the Ascension

A beautifully renovated Gothic Revival style church located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn.

The soaring ceiling, hardwood floors, and exposed original stone walls add a touch of timeless beauty to your event. There are updated amenities such as a professional kitchen and prep room, a green room/breakout room and handicap accessibility.

The open floor plan allows for versatility in planning. We host weddings (ceremony and/or receptions), dinners, dance performances and concerts as well as professional film shoots and holding and catering.

Let us help in planning your event!