Modern Elegance, Classic Charm
Seating for 300
Gated Parking Lot Attached
Modern Elegance, Classic Charm
Seating for 300
Gated Parking Lot Attached
One of the Most Awarded Venues in the St. Louis Region
Best Wedding Venue 2024
Couple's Choice Award 2025
Couple's Choice Award 2025
Couple's Choice Award 2025
Couple's Choice Award 2025
Couple's Choice Award 2025
Best of Weddings 2025
Couple's Choice Award 2025
Best of Weddings 2025
The Venue
The Franklin of Soulard is an elegant, spacious event venue located in the charming neighborhood of Soulard. Constructed in 1905, this historic venue provides a timeless backdrop for your event - day or night. Our elegant ballroom boasts 30-foot ceilings with lots of natural light from bordering windows, shimmering golden chandeliers, a beautifully framed 30-foot-wide stage, and a candlelit mezzanine to bring a warm glow to your evening. This grand space can entertain up to 300, with no shortage of AirBnBs and surrounding hotels to make celebrations even easier for travelling guests! The Franklin's classic charm will make your event one to remember. Book your tour today!
Celebrate Your Love at The Franklin of Soulard: A Gallery of Our Stunning Wedding Venue
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Why Choose The Franklin of Soulard
The Perfect Place to Celebrate
With a massive dance floor and stage, spacious lounge area and large bar, The Franklin of Soulard is the premier venue for memorable celebrations.
Gorgeous Getting Ready Room
Included in all wedding bookings is access to our onsite 800 square foot getting ready room. Featuring lounge furniture, vanities, and a refrigerator, our suite is perfect for wedding parties of all sizes.
Gated Parking Lot and Central Location
Located in the heart of Soulard, The Franklin includes a gated parking lot as well as security.
The Food
The Neighborhood
The Food
A memorable celebration requires memorable food. Our menu features seasonal flavors and local ingredients, house-made and beautifully presented to wow your guests.
The Bar
The Neighborhood
The Food
Whether you want to pop champagne, sip a classic cocktail, or enjoy local craft beer, our spacious bar allows you to offer your guests their favorites.
The Neighborhood
The Neighborhood
The Neighborhood
The Franklin of Soulard is the largest venue in the neighborhood. Filled with historic architecture that exudes charm and character, photo opportunities, local restaurants and vibrant nightlife, this neighborhood is built to celebrate!
Meet the team
Christina and Daniel Walsh
Christina and Daniel Walsh
Christina and Daniel Walsh
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Colton Watkins
Christina and Daniel Walsh
Christina and Daniel Walsh
This is our creative gem Colton – Executive Chef. As Executive Chef for The Franklin of Soulard and House Made Catering, Colton brings creativity, passion, and precision to every menu he creates. With a fine dining background, strong French culinary foundations, and a love for global flavors, he thoughtfully crafts menus that are both e
This is our creative gem Colton – Executive Chef. As Executive Chef for The Franklin of Soulard and House Made Catering, Colton brings creativity, passion, and precision to every menu he creates. With a fine dining background, strong French culinary foundations, and a love for global flavors, he thoughtfully crafts menus that are both elevated and approachable. For Colton, every plate matters. He believes every guest deserves the same exceptional dining experience—from the head table to the cousin celebrating from the back corner of the room. Every menu is carefully developed, every ingredient is thoughtfully selected, and every dish is executed with the same level of care on the night of your celebration. His goal is simple: to create a meal your guests will be talking about long after the last bite.
Scott Stieve
Christina and Daniel Walsh
Emily Jernigan
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Emily Jernigan
Katelyn Holtgrewe
Emily Jernigan
This is our lovely Emily, our On-site Event Manager. She's all things The Franklin - and your biggest cheerleader every step of the way. From running your tasting to your final details meeting and being there on your wedding day to make sure everything feels just right, she's got you covered! She knows every detail of your event and i
This is our lovely Emily, our On-site Event Manager. She's all things The Franklin - and your biggest cheerleader every step of the way. From running your tasting to your final details meeting and being there on your wedding day to make sure everything feels just right, she's got you covered! She knows every detail of your event and is dedicated to making sure you have the best day ever. Emily will be by your side the entire day so you can feel confident that planned details are meticulously executed. Emily is such a huge part of what we do, and our couples are so lucky to have her by their side!
Nichole Kelly
Katelyn Holtgrewe
Katelyn Holtgrewe
This is our Off-site Catering Manager Queen, Nichole and your go-to for creating the perfect menu - whether it's corporate, weddings, or an intimate gathering. From the first conversation to the final detail, she's there to take care of you and handle all the things so you can enjoy the celebration and your guests. Nichole will ensure
This is our Off-site Catering Manager Queen, Nichole and your go-to for creating the perfect menu - whether it's corporate, weddings, or an intimate gathering. From the first conversation to the final detail, she's there to take care of you and handle all the things so you can enjoy the celebration and your guests. Nichole will ensure your timeline is being followed, and our staff behind the scenes are working their magic, producing a flawless event for you and your guests. If you are booked at one of our amazing venue partners, you will have the pleasure of working with Nichole and feel the stress of planning an event lifting off your shoulders!
Katelyn Holtgrewe
Katelyn Holtgrewe
Katelyn Holtgrewe
This is our incredible 2nd On-site Event Manager, Katelyn. She is the organization and attention to detail behind so many seamless celebrations at The Franklin. From the moment you attend your tasting, you'll quickly see why our clients love working with her. While you enjoy every moment of your celebration, Katelyn is working behind th
This is our incredible 2nd On-site Event Manager, Katelyn. She is the organization and attention to detail behind so many seamless celebrations at The Franklin. From the moment you attend your tasting, you'll quickly see why our clients love working with her. While you enjoy every moment of your celebration, Katelyn is working behind the scenes—leading our staff, keeping everyone on schedule, and ensuring everything runs flawlessly. From perfectly timed dinner service to making sure every detail is executed just as planned, she's the calm, organized force that keeps your day moving effortlessly. With Katelyn behind the scenes, you can simply relax, celebrate, and enjoy every moment.
