The Grove wedding + event venue opens in Birmingham

A new event venue, The Grove, opened for business late last year, and it is ready to host corporate meetings, weddings, festive celebrations and more.

Located just outside of Downtown Birmingham, The Grove offers exclusive space for events, outdoor areas and ample parking for guests.

There are several event add ons to make your function a success, such as:

• Audio-and-video services
• Podium
• Photo booth
• DJ services
• Uplighting
• Cold spark machine

Wedding amenities can include:

• A personalized layout
• Tables and chairs for up to 100 guests
• Kitchenette for caterers and bartenders
• Dedicated on-site event manager and staff
• Outdoor games
• A complimentary rehearsal hour

Hourly rates for weekdays start at $150, weekends start at $200 and wedding start at $3,299. To learn more about event pricing, visit The Grove’s website.

The Grove: 205-201-1989 | Website | Facebook | Instagram
Address: 200 6th Avenue SW

The Social Commons

The venue is located in the Social Commons Development, which is also home to Magic City ToolBank, Build UP and other locally-owned businesses.

A total of $100,000 from Birmingham City Councilor Crystal Smitherman’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding went toward the Social Commons with the goal to “anchor the community and serve as a gathering place for years to come,” the city council posted on Facebook.

“After Leonard’s restaurant closed, District 6 was left with a void and need for an event space. Now, that void has been fulfilled, because of the Grove. The Grove is a powerful example of what happens when we intentionally create space for community to grow.

“Having an event venue like this in District 6 is important because it provides residents, organizations and small businesses with a welcoming place to gather, celebrate and connect — right in their own neighborhood. Community spaces like The Grove help strengthen relationships, spark creativity and serve as anchors for positive activity and engagement.”

Councilwoman Crystal Smitherman

Build UP is a nonprofit high school and workforce development program which aims to turn young people into eventual home and landowners.

The Magic City ToolBank is a program of Birmingham United Neighborhoods (BUN), a coalition of eight neighborhoods working with the UAB Center for the Study of Community Health. The tool bank provides tools, equipment and expertise to empower locals’ goals by providing a low-cost alternative to purchasing, storing and maintaining tools.

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