Help- Looking for barn for semi-outdoor reception near Canton on short notice

rylaine

I'm in trouble! I feel like I'm running out of time (because I am) to find the reception site for our wedding this July. Originally, we were working on an outdoor reception and renting tents, but I'm trying to find something more affordable now. I ended up finding Brookside Farm in Louisville, Ohio and it is SO perfect, but they're booked on my day. I feel so overwhelmed and I'm trying not to get discouraged, but any information/suggestions would be so helpful. Our ceremony is in North Canton, so I wouldn't want anyone to have to drive very far afterwards. I'm looking for something rustic, and anything like Brookside obviously (morethanjustafarm.com). What do I do? Thank you!

JKohio

Just to toss a few locations out there (you can decide what may work for you -- these aren't barns): Uniontown Community Park
http://www.uniontowncommpark.org/accommodations.htm
Maize Valley Winery in Hartville
http://www.maizevalleywinery.com/
A shelter or pavilion in the Summit County Metroparks system
http://www.summitmetroparks.org/Reservations/Pavilions.aspx

Good luck!

KellyS01

Walsh University has a really nice shelter area at Hoover Park.  Here is the website if you want more info...
http://www.walsh.edu/outdoor-events

rylaine

Thanks for the suggestions so far. No luck yet, but I appreciate it!

JKohio

If you end up having to book a traditional hall, you can always work some decor magic to help give it a rustic 'feel', even if the location itself isn't rustic.

You may also want to expand your search area a bit. FYI, it's only about 30 min from N. Canton up north to Stow. Some Akron venues may not be as far as you think. IMO, anything within 30 min drive of your ceremony site would be acceptable.

I really hope you can find something on such short notice. Good luck!