Weddings at St. Paul's Chapel
At St. Paul's Chapel, we believe that every love story is unique and deserving of celebration. This timeless sanctuary serves as the perfect setting for both romance and tradition and is an ideal venue for life's most significant moments. The chapel accommodates events of various scales, from small intimate gatherings to lavish celebrations with as many as 400 guests. St. Paul’s Chapel is non denominational and welcomes and respects diverse beliefs and practices, reflecting the university's spirit of inclusivity.
The 3-hour Chapel Package Includes:
- Private reservation for 3 hours in the Nave, which can seat up to 400 guests
- Chapel Sexton to support a smooth service
- AV technical assistance throughout event
- Two private dressing or family rooms with air conditioning
- On-site venue manager
If you are a University affiliate or an external guest who is interested in booking space in St. Paul's Chapel, please submit your request here. Someone from our team will reach out to you with more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
We can accommodate weekday and weekend ceremonies depending on University programming. Submit an inquiry to check the availability of your preferred wedding date: https://universitylife.columbia.edu/form/book-our-spaces-external-guests
You can request date availability and a quote here: https://universitylife.columbia.edu/book-space
Someone from our team will reach out to you to share more information and to offer a tour of our facilities if you wish.
The maximum capacity of the chapel is 400 guests.
St. Paul’s Chapel is a historic building. In order to protect the space, there can be no pinning, taping, stapling, or otherwise affixing decorations, signs, etc. to the walls, doors, floors, or woodwork anywhere in St. Paul's Chapel. No balloons, pets, wax candles or runners are permitted inside or outside of the chapel. Throwing of any objects, i.e., rice, rose petals, bubbles, confetti, etc., is NOT permitted inside the chapel or on the chapel walk. All flowers, programs, LED candles, fans, and other items must be removed from the chapel before the end of the contracted time.
Wedding rehearsals are available the week before the event depending on University programming. There is an additional charge for rehearsals.
Yes, the package includes 2 private dressing rooms with air conditioning. Availability of the private rooms is based on your chapel reservation.
You may select a photographer or videographer of your choice. However, all outside vendors must complete a Certificate of Liability Insurance form.
Please see the Columbia Transportation website here: https://transportation.columbia.edu/parking
The Nave is ADA-accessible. All other spaces are accessed via narrow staircases which cannot accommodate wheelchairs and may be difficult for those with limited mobility. More information here.
No, we are able to support a wide variety of ceremonies both religious and secular. St. Paul’s Chapel is non denominational and welcomes and respects diverse beliefs and practices, reflecting the university's spirit of inclusivity.
Our team can recommend alternative officiants for you or you may bring your own officiant to preside.
If you are looking for an on-campus option, The Office of the University Chaplain may also be available to conduct ceremonies in St. Paul’s Chapel.
St. Paul's Chapel has an organ and a piano. You may also bring in vocalists and musicians or provide us with recorded music of your choice.
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