Delaplaine Arts Center — Weddings & Events

Delaplaine Arts Center weddings and events in downtown Frederick, Maryland offer a creative, gallery-style setting along Carroll Creek Park, where contemporary art, clean architectural lines, and an open-air deck come together to create a wedding experience that feels more like an elevated downtown gathering than a traditional ballroom event.

Event Spaces

Set inside a renovated historic mill building in the heart of Frederick’s arts district, the venue centers around Gardiner Hall—a modern, 1,800-square-foot event space designed for flexible layouts and intimate-to-mid-size celebrations. Floor-to-ceiling windows and gallery-adjacent surroundings give the space a minimalist, art-forward backdrop that works well for couples who want something refined but not overly formal.

Just outside, French doors open onto a covered Event Deck overlooking Carroll Creek Park, adding a strong outdoor dimension to the experience. It’s a natural extension of the indoor space and often used for cocktail hour, ceremonies, or sunset gatherings, with the water and downtown pathways creating a distinctly Frederick backdrop.

The venue accommodates up to about 90 guests for seated weddings, depending on layout and configuration, making it especially well-suited for micro-weddings, boutique receptions, and creative celebrations that prioritize atmosphere over scale. The included tables, chairs, and setup support help keep planning straightforward, while still allowing flexibility for personal design and styling choices.

Why Couples Love Delaplaine Arts Center

As an arts center, Delaplaine brings a different kind of energy to weddings—surrounded by rotating exhibitions, studio programming, and a steady connection to the local creative community. Couples often choose it for the combination of simplicity, walkable downtown access, and the ability to host a wedding in a space that already feels curated and visually interesting without heavy décor.

With its creekside views, gallery setting, and built-in indoor-outdoor flow, Delaplaine Arts Center is a strong fit for couples looking for a downtown Maryland venue that feels artistic, modern, and intentionally understated.

Contact us today for wedding packages or to set up a site tour.