A bride and groom holding hands and smiling while walking down the aisle at their wedding reception, with seated guests clapping and taking photos around them in a dimly lit, elegant venue.

Venue Rental Details

The Harlow | 1525 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64108

Step into a venue where Kansas City's industrial past meets contemporary event design. Every element of The Harlow has been carefully curated to inspire and impress from the moment your guests arrive through the patio entrance.

weddings
corporate events
Event space with round tables covered in white tablecloths, set with plates and green glasses, surrounded by wooden folding chairs. Large windows along one wall allow natural light, and a modern chandelier hangs from the wooden ceiling. Exposed brick wall adds an industrial touch.

At-a-Glance Venue Details

Capacity: Up to 175 seated guests or 250 standing guests.

Parking: On-site parking for up to 40 vehicles, plus street parking nearby.

Vendor Flexibility: We offer an open vendor policy. You’re welcome to bring in the vendors you love. We also maintain trusted relationships with some of Kansas City’s top event professionals and are happy to recommend partners.

Distinctive Features: A re-imagined automobile shop featuring exposed brick, vaulted skylights, and vintage touches balanced by modern finishes in soft white, grey, and navy.

  • Main Hall: Airy and open with floor-to-ceiling windows and a sleek concrete statement table.

  • Garden Entrance: A welcoming patio perfect for cocktail hour or outdoor mingling.

  • Vintage Freight Elevator: Fully functional for dramatic entrances and photo moments.

  • Bridal Suite: Sun-drenched and tranquil, designed for preparation and quiet reflection.

A group of young men in a dressing room getting ready, with some looking in mirrors and others preparing clothes, under warm lighting.

Venue rental includes

Time & Access

  • Flexible 5-hour event duration

  • Flexible 5-hour setup period

  • Full access to all event spaces, including:

    • The expansive main hall

    • Outdoor garden entrance and patio

    • Bright bridal suite

    • Vintage freight elevator

    • On-site preparation kitchen

Furnishings & Setup

  • Round, banquet, and cocktail tables with versatile seating arrangements

  • Black garden chairs

  • Modern lounge furniture

  • Ambient lighting that highlights every architectural detail

  • Blue velvet sofas that can be styled to suit your event

Optional Add-Ons (additional cost)

  • Customizable presentation setup (perfect for corporate events)

  • Wedding ceremony package

  • White dance floor

  • Stage and AV packages

Five white flower arrangements in tall, round vases arranged in front of a large window with a cityscape view.
Bride and her father walking down the aisle during a wedding ceremony, surrounded by seated guests in a dimly lit venue with dark curtains and a large chandelier overhead.

Bar Package includes

Standard Inclusions

  • Choice of three bar packages featuring varying selections of beer, wine and liquor

  • 5-hour bar service

  • Licensed, trained bartenders

  • Bar glassware

  • Mixers and non-alcoholic beverages

  • Napkins, garnishes and ice

Optional Add-On (additional cost)

  • Signature cocktail selection