The Space
The Crystal Tea Room is one of Philadelphia’s most iconic wedding venues, located in the landmark Wanamaker Building in the heart of Center City near City Hall. The grand ballroom is adorned with crystal chandeliers, classic columns, and soaring ceilings, offering a dramatic and timeless setting for weddings and galas. Guests arrive through a soaring atrium, a glass-enclosed conservatory filled with natural light, lush greenery, and flowing fountains, providing an impressive welcome and a serene setting for cocktail hour before the celebration transitions into the grand ballroom. That combination of a landmark building, a chandelier-filled ballroom, and a glass conservatory atrium makes the Crystal Tea Room a distinctive Philadelphia choice. For couples who want a grand, iconic wedding with crystal chandeliers, soaring ceilings, and a glass conservatory in Center City Philadelphia, The Crystal Tea Room is a memorable and timeless choice.
Capacity & Layout
The Crystal Tea Room accommodates gatherings from 180 to over 800 guests, giving couples remarkable range for both large and grand celebrations. The soaring atrium, a glass-enclosed conservatory filled with natural light, lush greenery, and flowing fountains, provides a serene setting for the cocktail hour, before the celebration transitions into the grand ballroom, which is adorned with crystal chandeliers, classic columns, and soaring ceilings for a dramatic, timeless reception. That layout lets couples gather for cocktails in the light-filled conservatory, then celebrate in the grand ballroom, giving the day a natural, impressive flow with a genuine indoor weather plan. The landmark Wanamaker Building setting gives every part of the celebration an iconic character. That combination of a glass conservatory atrium, a chandelier-filled grand ballroom, and a capacity scaling past 800 suits weddings from large to grand, keeping the celebration timeless and connected from the ceremony through the last dance in Center City Philadelphia.
Amenities
The Crystal Tea Room pairs its iconic setting with genuinely full-service amenities. All dining options are provided by Finley Catering, a local family-run business founded by Steve Finley in 1976, and couples are invited to create their own customized menu from an irresistible array of options, so the dining is handled by an experienced, respected team. With a dedicated event coordinator guiding every step, couples experience seamless planning from the initial inquiry to the big day. The landmark Wanamaker Building, the crystal-chandeliered ballroom with its classic columns and soaring ceilings, and the glass conservatory atrium with its greenery and fountains give photographers a grand, iconic range of backdrops. For the entertainment, the enclosed grand ballroom gives a wedding DJ excellent structure and controlled acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the grand room and the dance floor stays packed at an iconic Center City Philadelphia venue.
Location & Getting There
The Crystal Tea Room sits at 100 Penn Square East in the landmark Wanamaker Building in the heart of Center City Philadelphia, near City Hall. That central, walkable location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since out-of-town guests can stay at nearby Center City hotels, explore Philadelphia’s restaurants and attractions on foot, and reach everything easily, while Philadelphia International Airport is a short drive for anyone flying in. The vibrant downtown setting gives guests plenty to enjoy around the wedding. Yet the venue’s landmark building, chandelier-filled ballroom, and glass conservatory give the celebration a grand, iconic feel once you arrive. That combination of an iconic landmark venue with a walkable Center City location is a big part of what draws couples to The Crystal Tea Room.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Our wedding DJ packages start at $1,500, and just $400 reserves your date. Your final price depends on add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 deposit reserves your date.
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