The Pella at Blackstone

A striking blend of historic charm and modern design, The Pella at Blackstone is a beautifully restored chapel located in Omaha’s revitalized Blackstone District.

Featuring soaring wood ceilings, exposed beams, and arched windows, the upper level offers timeless architectural character, while the lower level—known as The Landing—boasts a bright, minimalist aesthetic perfect for receptions, cocktail hours, and creative event setups.

With flexible floor plans, on-site amenities, and a location just steps from the iconic Cottonwood Hotel, this multi-level venue provides a one-of-a-kind blank space for unforgettable events.

Elegant banquet hall decorated with hanging greenery and string lights, with long tables set for a wedding reception, featuring candles, floral arrangements, and place settings.

Venue Rental Rates

  • FULL VENUE

    Weekdays $2350 ● Friday $3300 ● Saturday $4100 ● Sunday $2800 ● New Year’s Eve $4100

    Exterior of a historic brick church with arched entrance, steeply pitched roof, and a tall bell tower, surrounded by greenery.

  • UPPER LEVEL

    Weekdays $1650 ● Friday $2600 ● Saturday $3400 ● Sunday $2100 ● New Year’s Eve $3400

    Bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception in a decorated hall with hanging greenery and string lights, guests seated at round tables in the background.

  • LOWER LEVEL

    Weekdays $800 ● Friday $1500 ● Saturday $2000 ● Sunday $1400 ● New Year’s Eve $2000

    A bride and groom stand back to back during their vows, reading from booklets, in front of a large window with a brick wall outside.

All The Details

  • 303 South 41st Street Omaha, NE 68131

    Entrance on Harney Street

  • Event Time: 6 hours max

    Closing Time: 12:00 AM

    The 6-hour rental covers your official event time. We only host one event per day, which means we’re flexible with early access for decorating, vendor setup, or pre-event photos.

    Exact times can be coordinated with your dedicated venue coordinator to ensure a smooth day-of timeline.

  • The Pella at Blackstone (Full Venue)

    • Seated: Varies by layout

    • 500+ guests (when utilizing both levels simultaneously for a cocktail-style or hors d’oeuvre event)

    Upper Level (Chapel Space)

    • Seated: Up to 250

    • Cocktail-Style: 400

    Lower Level (The Landing)

    • Seated: Up to 175

    • Cocktail-Style: 250

  • Parking available around the venue: UNMC Parking garage Level 6 on 42nd & Harney is free for wedding guests for the night. Surface lots are also open parking located between 41st & 42nd and Harney & Farnam.

  • Features

    • Raised Alter Stage. Ideal for ceremonies, DJs, Bands, Head Tables

    Tables & Seating

    • Up to (26) 60” Round Tables

    • Up to (6) 6’ Long Banquet Tables

    • Up to (6) 8’ Long Banquet Tables

    • (5) Tall Cocktail Tables

    • (2) Skirted Portable Bars

    • Black Padded Ballroom Chairs

    Linens

    • 90” Square Linens (for round & cocktail tables)

    • 90” x 156” Floor-Length Linens (for banquet tables)

    • Available colors: Black or White

    Place Settings & Service

    • Dinner Plate, Knife, Fork, Water Goblet, & Dinner Napkin

    • Disposables for bar service, cake, and coffee

    Service

    • Dedicated venue manager for pre-wedding planning & day of support

    • Full Set-Up & Breakdown

    • Post-Event Cleaning

  • Tables & Seating

    • Up to (15) 60” Round Tables

    • Up to (4) 6’ Long Banquet Tables

    • Up to (4) 8’ Long Banquet Tables

    • (5) Tall Cocktail Tables

    • (2) Portable Bars

    • Up to (200) Black Folding Chairs

    • Up to (50) Silver Chiavari Chairs

    Linens

    • 90” Square Linens (for round & cocktail tables)

    • 90” x 156” Floor-Length Linens (for banquet tables)

    • Available colors: Black or White

    Place Settings & Service

    • Dinner Plate, Knife, Fork, Water Goblet, & Dinner Napkin

    • Disposables for bar service, cake, and coffee

    Service

    • Dedicated venue manager for pre-wedding planning & day of support

    • Full Set-Up & Breakdown

    • Post-Event Cleaning

  • Additional Charges (as applicable):

    • Servers & Bartenders at $26/hr. per server/bartender (5 hour minimums)

    • Security at $50/hr. (minimum of 5 hours)

    • 20% Operations Fee on total food/bar or beverage spend

    • 3% Processing Fee on credit card payments

    • Any additional requested rental items

    Event Guidelines & Payment Info:

    • Events must end by 12:00 AM

    • A booking deposit and signed rental agreement are required to secure your date

    • Final guest count is due 14 days prior to your event

    • Final payment is due 5–7 days before your event

    • Decorating time and access must be coordinated in advance with your dedicated venue manager

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  • My husband and I got married at the Pella, and we had the most amazing experience! Chad was great and helped us throughout the whole process. Very professional staff, and you could tell they were excited to be a part of our special day. Beautiful venue, reasonably priced, and they use Abraham Catering for food…delicious!

    Adiline R.

  • Thank you for the PERFECT venue for us to throw a giant shin-dig with family and friends. Kara and the entire staff were PHENOMENAL! Thank you for helping us have the wedding of a lifetime! We loved every minute and without a doubt know that much of the day was a success because of how great everyone involved was

    Shilo J.

  • Chad and the entire Abraham Catering team were an absolute dream to work with. From the moment we toured the venue, I felt completely supported and taken care of. Our wedding day was truly magical, and their team played a huge part in that. The space was stunning, the staff was so kind and professional, and the food...WOW! I had multiple guests come up to me during the night saying it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had and went back for seconds!

    Hanna W.

  • Had our wedding there and the team was great. We ran into absolutely no problems. Up until the day Chad was patient and informative. The food was great and the staff even better. We had a minimalist approach with our decor and the Pella looked amazing. It’s worth even dime you’ll spend. The team will take you of you rest assured!

    Leah W.

Celebrations Worth Remembering

  • Wedding reception setup with round and rectangular tables, decorated with candles, flowers, and place settings inside a wooden chapel with hanging greenery and string lights.
  • A bride and groom share a kiss at a wedding reception table decorated with white flowers and greenery, with a backdrop featuring a neon sign and floral arrangements, candles, and sparklers in the background.
  • A bride and groom sharing a kiss at their wedding ceremony inside a chapel. The bride is holding a large bouquet of flowers, and guests are seated on both sides of the aisle.
  • A gathering or celebration with round tables, guests dining, decorated with string lights and drapery, music band performing on stage in a spacious room with high ceiling and natural light.
  • A man and woman in formal attire posing together in front of a backdrop decorated with hanging string lights at night.
  • A bride in a white dress is standing with her back to a groom in a light gray suit. They are facing opposite directions and are standing back-to-back in front of a large window with a brick wall outside. The bride is reading a booklet, and the groom is holding a piece of paper, likely during a wedding ceremony. Sunlight streams through the window, casting shadows on the floor.
  • A bride and groom celebrating outside a building at night, holding hands, surrounded by friends holding sparklers, with the bride smiling and the groom cheering.
  • A brick residential building with decorated front door featuring two white floral wreaths, concrete stairs, and a large planter with pink flowers in front.
  • A bride in a white wedding dress and a groom in a white tuxedo holding hands, standing against a brick wall with exposed brickwork on the left.
  • Elegant wedding altar with white floral arrangements on tall stands, candles in glass lanterns, and a tall narrow window in a church interior.
  • A newlywed couple sharing a kiss in the middle of a celebration, surrounded by guests holding sparklers and celebrating at night indoors.
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FAQs

  • We exclusively partner with our in-house, full-service catering team, Abraham Catering.

    With over 60 years of experience and more than 25,000 events under our belt, we’ve earned a reputation for making every event unforgettable! We know food is one of the biggest decisions (and investments) of any gathering, and our team is here to make it stress-free.

    From elegant plated dinners to casual buffets, our flexible menu options are designed to fit your vision and your budget — all while delivering exceptional flavor, stunning presentation, and seamless service.

  • All alcohol must be provided and served by our in-house team at Abraham Catering. Outside alcohol is not permitted due to licensing requirements.

    We offer a variety of flexible bar packages to suit your event style and budget:

    • Beer, Wine & Soda Bar – $21 per person

    • Full Standard Open Bar – $23 per person

    • Full Premium Open Bar –$26 per person

    • Cash Bar Service – Available with a $75 license fee

    • Customized Bar Options – Available upon request

    Prefer table service for wine or champagne? We offer dinner wine and sparkling options priced by the bottle. Our house champagne, Wycliff Brut, is available for $15 per bottle. Looking for something specific? Let us know what you like, and we’ll provide a custom quote.

    From craft beers and premium spirits to curated wine selections, we’ll help you create a bar experience your guests will love!

  • Yes!

  • The Pella at Blackstone (Full Venue)

    • Seated: Varies by layout

    • 500+ guests (when utilizing both levels simultaneously for a cocktail-style or hors d’oeuvre event)

    Upper Level (Chapel Space)

    • Seated: Up to 250

    • Cocktail-Style: 400

    Lower Level (The Landing)

    • Seated: Up to 175

    • Cocktail-Style: 250

  • Contact us to ask about our off-season date pricing.

  • Please contact us for the most updated packages.

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