Frequently Asked Questions

Your rental includes both the climate-controlled indoor space and the outdoor covered barn structure. The indoor space features a commercially equipped kitchen, buffet room, two restrooms, a photo lounge, and the main hall.

We seat up to 120 guests, comfortable for everyone to share a meal. Because your rental includes the outdoor space, you are welcome to host more guests and use both areas.

Yes. Every wedding includes access to both the indoor and outdoor spaces, so you have a built-in weather plan from the start. If weather becomes a concern, your celebration can move indoors with no added fees, last-minute scrambling, or separate backup reservations. Our indoor space is climate-controlled, thoughtfully laid out, and designed to feel just as intentional and beautiful as our outdoor setting, so you can plan with confidence, rain or shine.

We have 36 parking spaces from where our property starts through the end of the block, with public parking. Overflow usually parks in the lot at the corner by the church or the park.

Plenty of options are close by. Our on-site Loft, a few homes connected to 314 Exchange, and several hotels all sit within about 20 minutes of the venue. See our Where to Stay page for the full list.

314 Exchange is in Pewee Valley, Kentucky, about 20 minutes east of downtown Louisville. Our address is 314 Mount Mercy, Pewee Valley, KY 40056.

Yes, the venue has a ramp entrance for accessible access. If you or your guests have specific accessibility needs, let us know in advance and we'll help you plan around them.

The rental includes the indoor and outdoor space, plus tables and chairs to seat up to 120 guests. See Inclusions & Rates for the full list.

Our rental hours are 9 AM until midnight. Additional hours are $200 per hour.

All music, indoor and outdoor, must end by 11:30 PM. Guests and hosts have until midnight to finish clearing out.

Yes, we have a fully equipped commercial kitchen for the preparation of your meal.

Yes, your furry friend can be part of your big day. Just ask!

Vendors can arrive once your rental period starts.

We have lots of options to help with your day: bar services, a dance floor, cocktail tables, outdoor games, loft rental, non-alcoholic beverages, and more. Browse them all on Services & Rentals.

If you're set on a specific date, we recommend booking about 18 months out. If you're open to a couple of date options, 12 months works fine.

Full-day wedding rental runs from 9 AM to midnight. For 2026 and 2027, it's $2,750 on Friday, $2,995 on Saturday, and $2,200 on Sunday, all plus tax. See Inclusions & Rates for 2028 pricing and everything the rental includes.

No. The rental fee covers the venue itself. Bar service is quoted separately because 314 Exchange handles all alcohol in-house. See Bar Services for open bar, signature, and zero-proof pricing.

A 50% booking deposit is due at contract signing, along with a separate $500 refundable damage deposit. The remaining balance is due 90 days before the event. If you're booking less than 90 days out, full payment is due upfront unless a payment plan is approved by management.

Yes. The $500 damage deposit is returned within 30 days after your event, minus deductions for any damage or agreed last-minute add-ons.

Rates are set by the calendar year of your event, not the year you book. 2028 rates increase to $2,995 on Friday and $3,600 on Saturday, while Sunday stays at $2,200.

Sunday. It's priced at $2,200 through at least 2028, the only day that hasn't gone up.

$200 per hour beyond the standard 9 AM to midnight rental window, any day of the week.

Yes, Monday through Thursday. Hourly rental is available with a 4-hour minimum, at $100 per hour plus a $150 cleaning fee. It's a good fit if you're planning a short engagement. Within 90 days of any date, partial day rental opens up across the board.

Catering, florals, and outside decor are not included, and you're welcome to bring your own vendors for those. Bar service, table linens, a dance floor, specialty chairs, and setup and teardown are all available separately. See Services & Rentals for pricing on each.

The booking deposit is non-refundable once you've signed, no matter how far out you cancel. Any cancellation, refund, or date change request has to be submitted through our cancellation request form. Rescheduling is possible case by case depending on availability, and current rates apply to the new date.

No. Venue rental is a flat rate regardless of guest count, up to our 120-guest maximum. Bar service is priced per guest, so that portion does scale with your headcount.

It bundles our most popular add-ons for couples marrying at 314: Friday evening venue access to rehearse and decorate, early access, table and chair setup done ahead of time, and the Loft overnight plus the morning of your wedding. Booked separately those run $1,650; the package is $1,150, a $500 savings. See Services & Rentals for details.

Yes, for couples marrying elsewhere. A rehearsal dinner add-on runs $900 for a 6-hour block with both indoor and outdoor access, typically scheduled Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday before your event. If you're marrying at 314, the Wedding Weekend Package above already includes Friday evening access for your rehearsal.

Yes. We host bridal and baby showers, birthday parties, corporate events, rehearsal dinners, and more through flat-rate, six-hour event packages starting at $400. See Event Packages for pricing and details.

Non-wedding events are booked as six-hour flat-rate packages, from $400 to $900 depending on the day and time. See Event Packages for the full breakdown of what's included.

Yes. Our Holiday Party Package covers an evening celebration from 5 PM to 11 PM with exclusive use of the venue, seating for up to 120, the covered outdoor barn with string lighting, and furniture setup and teardown included. It starts at $600 for a weekday evening and $900 Friday through Sunday, plus tax. See Event Packages to check availability.

Yes, bring in the food and vendors of your choice. We'll help you with all of the alcohol packages, and if you'd like help deciding, we keep a list of preferred vendors we recommend.

Yes. You can see all of our open bar, signature, and zero-proof options on our Bar Services page.

Yes, we have had some great vendors at 314. Email us and we would love to share the list with you.

Yes, they are!

Our alcohol license requires 314 Exchange to handle all bar services and bartenders, so alcohol must be served through us. We would be happy to give you a quote, see Bar Services.

Yes, it is inside, located between the buffet area and the kitchen.

It's not required but recommended. Coverage of at least $1,000,000 is standard and typically costs $100 to $150, with 314 Exchange named as Additional Insured. If you're hiring a professional catering company, they're required to carry $1,000,000 in liability insurance.

City rules state the noise level should not exceed the sound of a train going by. We typically haven't had trouble with noise.

Yes, you can. We have outdoor outlets available to accommodate whatever space is needed.

Guests are responsible for removing their belongings and trash. We also offer a service to set up and tear down the tables and chairs.

We require flameless LED candles, or real candles enclosed in hurricane vases or chimneys where the flame must remain below the rim.

The venue is smoke-free indoors. Smoking is permitted outside only, and hosts are responsible for making sure guests dispose of cigarette butts properly.