First Congregational Church of Akron

292 E Market St, Akron, OH

First Congregational Church of Akron

292 E Market St, Akron, OH

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Capacity: 550 people

About First Congregational Church of Akron

Our church is more than a place of worship; it is a versatile community hub that offers a range of rental spaces and programs to accommodate various events. Whether you’re planning a beautiful wedding, a respectful funeral or memorial, an important meeting, or a lively gathering, our facilities are designed to meet your needs. With spacious halls, intimate rooms, and outdoor areas, we provide the perfect setting for any occasion. Our experienced staff is dedicated to ensuring your event runs smoothly, offering support and services tailored to your specific requirements. Let us be a part of your special moments, providing a welcoming and supportive environment for all your event needs.

Event Pricing

Conference Room

Attendees: 0-30 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for parties and meetings only

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Attendees: 0-30 | $50 /event
Pricing for parties and meetings only

$50

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Library

Attendees: 0-10 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for meetings only

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Attendees: 0-10 | $50 /event
Pricing for meetings only

$50

Per Event

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Fellowship Hall

Attendees: 0-150 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-150 | $150 - $200 /event
Pricing for all event types

$150 - $200

Per Event

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Meetinghouse

Attendees: 0-550 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for weddings and meetings only

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Attendees: 0-550 | $150 - $600 /event
Pricing for weddings and meetings only

$150 - $600

Per Event

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Chapel

Attendees: 0-170 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-170 | $200 - $350 /event
Pricing for all event types

$200 - $350

Per Event

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Upper Room

Attendees: 0-130 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-130 | $350 /event
Pricing for all event types

$350

Per Event

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Event Spaces

Meetinghouse

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Meetinghouse

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General Event Space

Our Meetinghouse (main sanctuary) is available for large events, meetings, concerts, weddings, and services. The circular seating ensures no attendee is too far from the action. Projection and sound reinforcement are available, including livestreaming and AV recording. The Meetinghouse is equipped with a Telecoil hearing assistance system.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Wood/Carpet
Floor Number: Ground

Chapel

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Chapel

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General Event Space

Our chapel is a beautiful intimate gathering space, best suited for events of ~80 people. The stained glass windows throw colored light across the space throughout the afternoon, bathing the room in warm ambiance. A fully-functional, maintained pipe organ (and piano) is available for services and concerts. Seating can be arranged in rows or with tables. Food is allowed on a case-by-case basis. The chapel has direct access to the parking lots.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Carpet
Floor Number: Ground

Upper Room

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Upper Room

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General Event Space

The Upper Room is our most versatile space, allowing for service sand concerts, but also meetings, meals, movie nights, and more. The Upper Room features the "Akron Plan" layout, with multiple rooms for "stations", if needed, and some seating in the balcony as well. 50 people fit comfortably at tables, and upwards of 125 with row seating. Projection and sound reinforcement AV live streaming and recording Row seating or tables Telecoil equipped Stage

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Carpet
Floor Number: 2

Fellowship Hall

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Fellowship Hall

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General Event Space

The Fellowship Hall is a warm and welcoming event space best suited for meals and meetings of ~125 people. Round or rectangular tables can be configured however needed, and set with your own linens and decorations, or whatever is available at the church at the time. Video projection and vocal sound reinforcement is available. Catering is currently provided through Ernie's Catering, but outside caterers are welcomed.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Carpet/Wood
Floor Number: Ground

Conference Room

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Conference Room

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General Event Space

The conference room is a multi-purpose space best suited for meetings and parties of ~25 people. The tables can be configured however needed, or packed away in lieu of row seating or other setup. The space is equipped with technology for hybrid meetings including a smart TV and an Owl conferencing camera. A long counter is available for spreads of meeting materials and food.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Carpet
Floor Number: Ground

Library

General Event Space

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Library

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Our library is a small, intimate meeting space for groups of no more than 10. The calming atmosphere is conducive to bible studies and other small-group discussions. Conferencing and presentation equipment is available as requested.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Carpet
Floor Number: Ground

Neighborhood

Venue Types

Amenities

ADA/ACA Accessible
Fully Equipped Kitchen
On-Site Catering Service
Outside Catering Allowed
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Max Number of People for an Event: 550
Number of Event/Function Spaces: 6

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