Why Cescaphe Weddings Are So Special

The wedding industry in Philadelphia wouldn’t be quite the same without Cescaphe venues setting a standard for luxury and impeccable service. As a longtime Philadelphia wedding photographer, I’ve had the joy of capturing countless love stories at all of Cescaphe’s locations across the city. This guide will walk you through their standout venues, with real wedding features from my blog for visual inspiration!

Cescaphe Venues In Philadelphia

Each of Cescaphe’s center city Philadelphia wedding venues is located within a three-block radius with City Hall at the center. Iconic landmarks like the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rittenhouse Square, the Merchant Exchange building, and Independence Hall are mere steps away.

I love taking my clients through Old City Philly to capture timeless Philly wedding photos in front of these historic locations. The Rocky steps at the Museum of Art are a great spot to take pictures featuring the Philadelphia skyline and cityscape in the background.

Cescaphe Ballroom: Classic Glamour in Northern Liberties

First up is the beautiful Cescaphe ballroom. Nestled on N 2nd St. in downtown Philadelphia, the Cescaphe Ballroom is an accessible downtown venue in the heart of Philadelphia’s vibrant cityscape. Each of the Cescaphe venues is surrounded by local landmarks for all those iconic Philly wedding photos.

The exquisite ballroom interior of this venue, specifically, is a photographer’s dream! If you’re envisioning a premier wedding venue in the heart of Philly, the Cescaphe Ballroom is a must-visit!

📸 Featured Wedding: Glamorous Black and White Summer Wedding at the Cescaphe Ballroom

Downtown Club by Cescaphe: Old-World Elegance Overlooking Independence Hall

Historic elegance meets modern editorial moments at this nearly century-old Philly venue. Located on the corner of Locust and 6th, the Down Town Club features beautiful panoramic views of historic Philly from the 10th floor. You can host both your wedding ceremony and Grand Ballroom reception here with space for up to 200 guests.

The Down Town Club offers Cescaphe’s signature hour-and-a-half cocktail experience across two elegant spaces. Guests are first welcomed in The Foyer with champagne and heirloom tables for photos and place cards. The Main Cocktail Room boasts floor-to-ceiling views of Independence Hall, candlelit tables, a baby grand piano, and luxe touches like chef-attended stations, a raw bar, and a customizable ice sculpture feature.

The Down Town Club is perfect for couples planning a sophisticated city wedding with upscale charm. You’ll fall in love with the inlaid marble floors, hand-carved moldings, rich mahogany paneling, classic architecture, and other features of the Club’s Georgian Revival elegance!

📸 Featured wedding: Jenny & Tyler at The Down Town Club In Philadelphia

The Lucy by Cescaphe: Chic, Contemporary Romance on Broad Street

If you’re looking for a modern, luxe vibe, you’ll love the towering ceilings, dramatic chandeliers, and airy, upscale ballroom design of The Lucy. Located on the Avenue of the Arts, The Lucy is great for stylish couples seeking a city-meets-modern aesthetic.

The Lucy draws sophistication and elegance from all of its distinctive details. The venue’s European-inspired fixtures and modern textures were the ideal backdrop for this sage green and navy summer wedding.

From sleek gold chandeliers and beams to chevron-patterned floors, style is the name of the game at the posh Cescaphe venue. Being in the heart of Center City, the venue is also perfectly placed to hit the Old Philly sector for some urban chic photo ops.

With 17,000 sqft of space and capacity for 300+ guests, The Lucy is an ideal spot for larger weddings.

📸 Featured Wedding: The Lucy Cescaphe Philadelphia Luxury June Wedding in Black and White

Cescaphe Water Works: Waterfront Beauty with Timeless Appeal

Water Works is one of my all-time favorite Cescaphe venues. Known for its outdoor ceremony space and neoclassical architecture, this iconic venue overlooks the Schuylkill River. One of my favorite aspects of the venue is that it offers so many different features all in one. You get waterfront and art museum views, columned walkways, manicured gardens, a tented veranda for cocktail hour, and a breathtaking vintage gazebo.

If you’re planning a romantic, scenic wedding with both city and nature backdrops, you can’t go wrong picking Water Works in Philly. I captured my dear friend Kathryn’s late summer wedding here, and I’m still not over how well her soft pastel and sage green color palette complemented the space.

📸 Featured Wedding: Waterfront August Wedding at Water Works Philly

Which of these Cescaphe Venues is Right for You?

To decide which Cescaphe venue is right for you, explore all the different venue amenities and design styles on their website and check out the featured Cescaphe weddings on my blog!

• This Wedding at Waterworks Philly Was Full of Pastels and Sentimental Moments
• Romantic June Wedding Day at The Lucy on Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts
• Glamorous Summer Wedding at the Cescaphe Ballroom in Philadelphia
• The Lucy Cescaphe Philadelphia Luxury June Wedding in Black and White

Whether your wedding design vision includes ballroom glamour or waterfront charm, the perfect fit awaits in Cescaphe’s family of venues!

Let’s Capture Your Cescaphe Wedding in Philadelphia

I absolutely love photographing Philadelphia couples, especially at these beautiful Cescaphe venues! Telling love stories with romance, refinement, and editorial artistry is my calling and my passion. I would be honored to play a small part in your big day!

Inquire here to reserve your wedding date for your Philadelphia wedding photography!