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White barn-style building with black shutters, labeled "Ohio Barn," surrounded by greenery. The Ohio Barn, Fairborn, Ohio. Dayton, Ohio. Wedding Venue. Barn Venue
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Our charming barn venue is ideal for those looking for a custom wedding experience where you can focus on what truly matters!

The Ohio Barn is more than just a backdrop for your ceremony; it’s a destination where you and your guests can unwind and connect. We invite you to celebrate your love story over an entire weekend. Let us help you create an unforgettable experience that captures your unique style and laid-back spirit.

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Joanna Scholle Photography

The Bunkhouse

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This suite offers a unique blend of historic charm and rustic elegance, featuring two bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a cozy seating area where you can relax and share intimate moments with your wedding party.

Mike + Jamie Photography

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What you’ll love…

  • Access to the bridal suite as early as 8am

  • Three separate entrances into each room

  • A kitchenette for pre-wedding snacks

  • Full length mirrors in each room

  • Full bathrooms in each suite

    and much more

Krystal Moore Photography

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Mike + Jamie Photography

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Mike + Jamie Photography

Choose your Ceremony Site!

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Hundreds of Decor Items

We know it adds up when you’re planning a wedding!

Choose from our vintage + modern collection of inventory items included with all packages!

The Reception Barn

2400 square feet

Included in your rental:

  • Up to twenty-three 5’ foot round tables with seating up to 180 guests

  • Natural wood padded chairs

  • Temporary heating and cooling to keep your guests comfortable

  • Vintage wooden tables for gifts, desserts and appetizers

  • Custom bar for serving beverages

  • Multiple 6’ + 8’ folding banquet tables for any use

  • Whiskey Barrel Dessert Table

  • String lighting and drapery to the peek of the barn

  • Beautiful 15ft. iron-railed overlook

    And so much more

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Krystal Moore Photography

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Greg Seevers Photography

Sarah Harrington Photography

Taylor Carter Photography

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Joanna Scholle Photography

The Homestead

This two-story home, built in 1834, boasts four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms, comfortably hosting up to 12 overnight guests, with plenty of space to unwind and enjoy your weekend.

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Greg Seevers Photography

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The Homestead can be added on for your wedding party or for out of town guests.

(It comes with the Weekend Retreat Package.)

What you’ll love…

  • Tons of natural light throughout the house

  • Double porch off the back

  • Extra vanities in the bedrooms for getting ready

  • A full kitchen for preparing food

  • 4 spacious bedrooms

  • 3 full bathrooms

  • Indoor + outdoor dinning

  • Charming fireplaces in each room

  • Ample photo opportunities

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What People Are Saying:

“Absolutely hands down, THE BEST venue!… Communication was amazing and clear. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful the property is.”

— Destiny Shulze (Fall Bride 2023)

“This has to be one of the best hidden gems in our area!”

— Heather Amparom (Family of Bride 2023)

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Kayla Marie Photo

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Joanna Scholle Photography

Lakin Kibler Photography

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Taylor Carter Photography

Krystal Moore Photography

Weekend Wedding Retreat

$9000

$8100 (July/August)

Friday - Sunday

Relax, it’s your wedding weekend! From setting up, to rehearsal/dinner, to clean up on Sunday… you’ve got all the time to relax and enjoy your special event! This is a two night stay in the BUNKHOUSE AND a two night stay in our 4 bedroom, 3 bath HOMESTEAD! Pick any 5 hours on Friday between 1pm -9pm for setup, rehearsal/rehearsal dinner. All guests not spending the night must be gone by 9pm. Saturday is a 7 hour event, (when guests are on the premises,) and all wedding receptions must be cleaned up by 11pm. The Newly Weds get the Bunkhouse to themselves Saturday night and the bridal party/family have the Homestead. You don’t have to be out until 11am Sunday morning. Enjoy the weekend all in one place!

1895 Barn seats up to 180 guests

  • Tables, chairs + benches

  • Portable AC or Heat, included

  • Hundreds of decor items included

  • Prep shed as a work space for your caterer including two fridges, a freezer, sink and counter space. (All cooking must be done offsite.)

Bunkhouse lodging Friday and Saturday night (max. 6 overnight guests) Checkout 11am Sunday

Homestead lodging Friday and Saturday night (max. 12 overnight guests) Checkout 11am Sunday

Additional Wedding Packages

  • The Ohio Barn - Reception

    Friday Wedding

    $3900

    $3400 (July/August)

    9a-10p (No overnight option)

    1895 Barn seats up to 180 guests

    Tables, chairs + benches

    Portable AC or Heat, as needed

    Bunkhouse available for getting ready and photos

    Rehearsal time Wednesday or Thursday prior - $200 first hour, $50 additional hours. Maximum 4 hours

  • The Ohio Barn Ceremony

    Saturday Wedding

    $5980

    $5180 (July/August)

    9a Saturday - 11a Sunday

    (All non-lodging guests need to leave by 10:30pm Saturday.)

    1895 Barn seats up to 180 guests

    Tables, chairs + benches

    Portable AC or Heat, as needed

    Bunkhouse lodging for your wedding night (max. 6 overnight guests)

    Rehearsal time Wednesday or Thursday prior - $200 first hour, $50 additional hours. Maximum 4 hours

    *Setup + Rehearsal on Friday for any 5 hours after 12p- $2000

    *Add Homestead lodging for one night $750/night

    ** (Check out our Weekend Retreat Package if adding rehearsal + the Homestead.)

  • The Ohio Barn Fairborn, OH

    Sunday Wedding

    $4200

    $3700 (July/August)

    1p Sunday - 11a Monday

    (All non-lodging guests need to leave by 10:30pm Sunday.)

    1895 Barn seats up to 180 guests

    Tables, chairs + benches

    Portable AC or Heat, as needed

    Bunkhouse lodging for your wedding night

    Add Rehearsal time on Wednesday or Thursday prior - $200 first hour, $50 additional hours. Maximum 4 hours

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Joanna Scholle Photography

Weekday Wedding

$2700

Monday - Thursday

(Limited Availability)

12p - 9p | 9 hour package

1895 Barn seats up to 180 guests

Tables, chairs + benches

Portable AC or Heat, as needed

Bunkhouse available for getting ready and photos

5 hr. Event | when guests are onsite

Cleaned up by 9pm

*2 additional hours available at $300/hr.

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Mike + Jamie Photography

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Sweet Olive Weddings

Additional Info

How To Reserve Your Date:

Schedule a tour of the barn, and if you decide it is the place for your special day:
  • Let us know and we will send you an online contract to sign.
  • Submit the First Payment - $1500 (non-refundable) - (PayPal, Venmo, check or Cash. Credit Card - add 3.5%)
  • First Payment is applied to your event cost. Balance is paid in 3 installments, last one due 30 days before event.
  • Ceremony Only deposit is $500 with balance due on your wedding day.

Important Items To Know:

  • Maximum 7 Hr. Event- For Weekend Events, Last Song/DJ must stop 7 hours (max) from the time of your ceremony.
  • Events MUST conclude by 10:30PM- To allow time for you to thank your guests, clear all tables of drinks/trash and move cake and leftover food to the Bunkhouse area. All non-lodging guests will need to leave no later than 10:30PM. Lodging guests and designated clean-up helpers have until 11PM to complete the required cleaning.
  • All Events are REQUIRED to obtain an Event Insurance Policy for event day.
Discounts:
 10% off wedding packages if Bride or Groom are... 
  • Military - Active Duty or Retired
  • First Responder - Active Duty (Police, Fire Fighter or EMT)