FAQs
The Madison Event Centercan accommodate nearly any size group from 10 to 400 guests in a variety of rooms. There are six event spaces to choose from, each with the unique style.
Yes, a dedicatedEvent Captain/Night of Coordinator will be present during your entire event to oversee all the details, and our full staff will be available to meet any requests throughout the event and cater to the newlyweds all night!
We guarantee that you and your vendors will have access to the event space 2 hours before the start time.
Yes, all the set up and clean up our included in the all-inclusive package. We also provide a complementary hour of decorating to set up any personal touches you may want to add.
At the Madison Event Center we offer an affordable inclusive package that makes planning a breeze and allows you to enjoy the entire process as well as the big day! See how it works.
Yes, the medicine event center offer special rates during the month of January, February, and March, Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons along with holiday weekends. Ask your sales manager for details
Your Sales Manager and Event Detail Specialist will work with you to select from our all inclusive menu options, and our executive chef is happy to help customize menu options for you as well! We also provide your vendors meals & accommodate dietary restriction.
Yes! We have three beautiful ceremony spaces or there is an option to host your ceremony in your ballroom.
Our ceremony spaces are separate spaces & require a separate cost. Your Sales Manager will work with you to help include this as a part of your customized all-inclusive package.
At this time our ceremony spaces are only reserved for couples hosting their reception at The Madison Event Center.
Ceremonies are reserved for a one-hour time frame with the first half-hour for seating & the second half-hour for your ceremony.
No, the dance floors are specifically positioned in each ballroom on opposite ends of the building to make sure that it does not happen! In addition to several of our rooms being located on their own floor.
The Madison Event Center and Madison South are conveniently located in historic downtown Covington, KY., with easy access from I-75, I-71, I-275 and downtown Cincinnati, Ohio.
Madison North is located at 700 Madison Ave, Covington KY 41011
Madison South is located at 740 Madison Ave, Covington KY 41011
Yes. In fact, there is ample complimentary parking available in the 7th Street Garage, and is available 24/7. In addition, valet service is available on Friday & Saturday evenings at Madison North, provided by Hotel Covington, charges may vary. (parking)
The beautiful Hotel Covington is a sister company, and is located just across the street from Madison North. Also within walking distance (six blocks to the north) are an Embassy Suites and Marriott. There are numerous other choices a short 10-15 minute drive away in Northern Kentucky and downtown Cincinnati.
Our Madison booked couples are offered special discounted room block rates. Please ask your Sales Manager or Event Details Specialist for details on how to get in contact with room reservations & securing your block.
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is 11.2 miles away – an easy 15 minute drive.
Our All-Inclusive Wedding packages are 5 Hours with the option to add on additional time, prices may vary.
The Madison Event Center can start as early as 9am & host events as late at 1am.
Your bar package is open for the full reception time.
A rehearsal is required if your ceremony is taking place at The Madison Event Center. One hour will be provided to rehearse.
Yes. Ask your Event Details Specialist if you need recommendations.
Food & Beverage
No, we do not allow outside catering. Our in-house Executive Chef prepares everything on-site.
Unfortunately no, but we can order anything that our distributors carry to serve to you and/or your guests. Reach out to your Event Details Specialist for further information.
Yes, we have several options to choose from (including a Skyline Coney Bar!); reach out to your Sales Manager & Event Details Specialist for further details.
Our Operations Manger is on site to monitor the venue for things like: smoking in designated smoking areas, children are monitored by adult supervision, no outside alcohol is consumed by guests, and general venue concerns and safety issues.
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Yes, One complimentary hour of set up by The Madison staff for your decorations is provided. The Madison does not allow confetti, rice, or sand in our lobby areas or ballrooms. Due to fire code it is against policy to bring in fog, smoke machine devices or candles without enclosed holders (must exceed the length of the flame).
Yes, we can accommodate both.
The Madison provides complimentary coat check to guests October-March.
Yes, both of our buildings have ramp entrances along with elevators to access all floors.
The Madison offers the perfect rehearsal dinner package. Our booked Madison couples receive special discounts. Contact your Sales Manager for more information.
We have taken some of the stress out of searching for you by creating a list of preferred vendors. You are not required to use our list of preferred vendors. Our list of preferred vendors are those that have proven to exceed expectations for our clients.
Yes, however, this must be done outside on the sidewalk and may not impede traffic.
Yes, all are included in our all-inclusive package. Contact your Sales Manager & Event Details Specialist with further questions.
Yes, upon arrival there will be a greeter at the reception desk helping to direct your guests. We also provide signage at the front desk, at the elevators & in front of each ballroom.
The Madison is an all-inclusive venue, wedding planners are welcome, if this is your personal preference.
The Madison does not store items for a later pick up from outside vendors or personal decorations from your event.
The Madison has a variety of centerpiece options, table and ceremony decorations for you to choose from. Contact your Event Details Specialist to receive further details.
Hotel Covington
We are the only independent, Luxury Boutique Hotel in the downtown Cincinnati market; locally owned and managed.
Hotel Covington is located in the central business district of Covington, KY; just 1 mile from downtown Cincinnati, Ohio.
Hotel Covington is just 1 mile from downtown Cincinnati. Guests can also walk across the Roebling Bridge into downtown in the warmer season.
Overnight valet and daily valet are available. Overnight parking is $20 per vehicle and daily parking is $8 per vehicle. If you prefer to self-park there is a parking garage in the back of the hotel with a daily rate of $5.
We are a pet friendly hotel with a non-refundable pet cleaning fee of $75 per stay. We do welcome service animals at no fee, as required by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Yes, we welcome children of all ages. Complimentary cribs are also available upon request.
Coppin’s Restaurant – our main dining facility offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day in our glass-enclosed atrium
Coppin’s Bar/Lounge – located in our main lobby; a great spot to hang out and grab a drink or a light bite
Coffee Barista – located in the lobby offering specialty coffee beverages daily
The Walk-Up – outdoor, seasonal late-night walk-up window offering quick casual bites
Yes, we do have a unique, outdoor urban courtyard and event lawn.
Yes, Monday through Friday 6:30am – 10:00pm and Friday/Saturday 7:00am – 11:00pm.
- The Madison Event Center (next door)
- The Madison Theater
- Braxton Brewery
- Mainstrasse Village entertainment district
- The Banks entertainment district in downtown Cincinnati
- Great American Ballpark (Cincinnati Reds)
- Paul Brown Stadium (Cincinnati Bengals)
- Duke Energy Convention Center
- Heritage Bank Center
- Fountain Square
- Riverbend Music Center
- Taft Theater
- Aronoff Center for the Arts
- Over-the-Rhine entertainment district
It was Kentucky’s first modern skyscraper and high-end department store, Coppin’s Department Store.
Yes, our hotel does have a complimentary 3 pax house car and 14 pax Sprinter available upon request/availability in the surrounding area.