The Carnegie Center is a wonderful, affordable event venue that I would recommend for anyone planning a DIY event in downtown Lexington.
I had my wedding reception there and couldn't have been happier. Our ceremony was in the chapel in Old Morrison (part of Transy's campus) right across the street, which was perfect.
Their rental coordinator was so helpful and easy to work with for our year of planning, even during a pandemic. They provided all the info we needed up front and stayed in touch as we planned from afar. They set up all the furniture perfectly and we're quick to send our security deposit back afterwards.
Since events aren't their main focus, nothing "comes with" this rental like food, planning staff, etc., but we were able to pick exactly what we wanted for other venues so that was fine with us.
We had 75 guests which felt like a great fit in the ballroom for dinner, but you could definitely fit more people in there if you needed. read more