Book an Event Venue for Your After-Party
With all the history and diversity, exciting landmarks and street art at Center City Philadelphia and the stunning skyline against the Delaware River, Philadelphia is certainly one of the most unique places in all of the United States. If you're not the type to just go to the City Hall and have a low-key marriage ceremony, then you'll certainly love some of the event venues on offer in the city.
Whether you're looking for film studios or fun birthday party venues, Giggster is your best friend. Search for elegant venues in the Philadelphia area, ranging from a banquet hall that can be used for all kinds of occasions, corporate meetings, and wedding after-parties included, to a south Philadelphia event space done up in shades of white and with a stage in the corner. Going for something more unique? A bar with dramatic chandeliers and exposed brick walls is a beautiful space to host an after-party!
Look through the carefully curated list of event spaces on the Giggster site and pick out the perfect place for the memorable celebration. We guarantee that our venues will leave your guests talking for the rest of the year.
Why Choose Giggster for Wedding After-Party Locations in Philadelphia
Whether it's for corporate events or private events, you first need an event space—and that's exactly where Giggster comes in. Choose from among the best venues in all of Philadelphia for your wedding after-party. Need an art gallery for a formal occasion or a bar for a night of partying? We've got you covered.
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A romantic restaurant inside a historic hotel with its stunning chandeliers and walls full of vintage photos is a great space for a special occasion like a wedding after-party or bridal shower.
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Seek out a trendy Philly penthouse conveniently located in the heart of the Old City with glorious views for your cozy and small wedding after-party.
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Thinking of a quiet and intimate gathering? A unique taproom with bright white interiors, swing set tables, and lush greenery might just be the perfect venue for you.
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Celebrate your wedding reception and the after-party in an atrium event space with a unique glass ceiling. Doubling up as a filming venue, this place is ideal for the after-party photo shoot.
Transform Your Wedding After Party in Philadelphia Starting at Just $34/hour
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Search through 99 event spaces on Giggster to find the perfect venue in Philadelphia. A cozy dance studio or a stunning ballroom with crystal chandeliers, we've got your dream wedding after-party venue waiting just for you.
Hassle-Free Booking: Hosting events is now easy with venues available at your fingertips. Giggster gives you all kinds of information about what the venue offers, from price to amount of space, so that you can book a space for your next event. Find Philly venues starting at $34/hour.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Our 24-hour free cancellation policy means that you can cancel your booking without additional cost within 24 hours of confirmation. Our only condition is that you must have booked it at least 48 hours prior to the actual event.
Platform Protections: Book an event space like 3,000 sq. ft. Healing-Centered Event and Retreat Space for your next big event without worrying about the little details, thanks to Giggster's add-on optional coverage against damages and liabilities.
Things to Consider for Your Wedding After-Party in Philadelphia
Choosing a venue for occasions ranging from business meetings to rehearsal dinners isn't easy, especially when you need to take into consideration the pros and cons of the city itself.
Advantages
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Your guests can explore different areas and landmarks of Philadelphia in their free time, like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, or University City and the Old City.
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Philly has a thriving food and arts scene, so you definitely won't be lacking catering and entertainment options for your private or corporate functions.
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Philadelphia has a good public transportation network, so you can easily get around the city without a car.
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Trendy and artistic neighborhoods like Northern Liberties and the Rittenhouse Square Neighborhood give you a variety of interesting party venues.
Disadvantages
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On the other hand, if you are driving, then the commute and traffic can be quite rough. Philadelphia has terrible traffic.
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It draws a lot of tourists and crowds. Not only is it difficult to get around while planning your event, but the best venues also get snapped up quickly.
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One strange thing about Philadelphia is the liquor laws, so a lot of restaurants don't have licenses to serve alcohol.
Choosing the Right Type of Event Space for a Wedding After-Party in Philadelphia
If you'd like to host your wedding after-party in a venue like the Pennsylvania Convention Center or the Ritz-Carlton, you should look up Giggster. We can offer you the best of Philadelphia, with 99 venues and event spaces for you to choose from.
Banquet Hall – Versatile Locations. Celebrating a corporate event or a wedding reception? There's a reason that banquet halls and ballrooms are always so popular, given how versatile they truly are and how you can deck them up to suit your taste and vision. You can also fully book them out, so exclusive events remain private.
Bar/Restaurant – In-House Services. A great location for large family reunions and reunions with old friends, as will necessarily happen during wedding receptions and after-parties, restaurants and bars are very convenient because the staff takes care of everything. Spend time mingling and chatting, and don't worry about food or service or even the music.
Art Gallery – Unique Venues for Weddings. Art galleries have been used for charity fundraisers and pop-up shops, so why not use them for an elegant wedding reception and after-party? Low, soothing music played over Bluetooth speakers and photo shoots with close friends and family will make this night very memorable indeed!
Mansion – The Perfect Backdrop. A larger venue, like a historical Georgian mansion that is over two centuries old, is not a venue that your guests will forget in a hurry. With both vast indoor rooms and a garden that gets plenty of natural light, this event space will certainly make you feel fancy and also offer plenty of photo shoot opportunities.
Studio/Loft – Cozy and Warm Ambiance. Usually preferred for something more intimate, like birthday dinners or baby showers and gender reveals, a studio or loft with large windows and smooth wooden floors can also work well for a wedding after-party. Head there after the reception and let loose with a homemade playlist and some greasy fast food after the stresses of the day.
How to Plan a Wedding After Party in Philadelphia
While finding an event space is important, that's not all there is to organizing the perfect wedding after-party.
Determine a Budget – Weddings are expensive affairs. So you have to work out the budgets for all the separate events. Once you have a budget in place, you can go ahead with the other preparations without being worried about overspending.
Choose the Venue – The after-party can be planned at the same venue as the wedding reception or a different venue. Using Giggster to choose the perfect space makes your job much easier. Just make sure that all the guests will fit comfortably, and it won't get too crowded!
Communicate with Guests – Apart from the wedding party, who attends the after-party? All the attendees from the reception are welcome, actually, though some may choose to leave early. Inform your guests about the after-party in the invites so they're prepared for it.
Plan Food and Drinks – No party is complete without food and drinks, although you can get away with serving appetizers and finger food at this event. No formal, sit-down meal is necessary. Even fast food like burgers and pizza would be a big hit!
How to Save Money on Your Wedding After Party in Philadelphia
Any kind of wedding celebration is usually expensive, given how many events there always are. But the after-party can be a casual and inexpensive affair, and you can use various tricks to cut down costs.
Choose a single location.
Don't change locations for the wedding ceremony, reception, and after-party. Rather, see if you can rent out the perfect location for the day and have all the events in that one spot. That way, no additional decorations or setup is required.
Make your own playlist.
This is the phase when everyone wants to let their hair down a bit, after the younger kids and older guests have left. Play your favorite dance tunes over a Bluetooth speaker and dance to your heart's content.
Ask your friends and family to take pictures.
The after-party usually yields some of the best pictures, but in this day and age of excellent phone cameras, your guests can always take photos and share them in a group. You don't have to keep the professional photographer on.
Philadelphia Wedding After Parties with Giggster
On the lookout for an event venue for your wedding reception and the after-party that follows? Giggster can find you the ideal location for an unforgettable event, from a tranquil and intimate outdoor garden to a distinctive bar and concert space with high ceilings and large windows. Have the best night of your life and dance the hours away at our best locations!
