What dates are available?
Our always up-to-date booked-dates calendar is here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rates and Dates
What are your fees, and are there any additional fees?
All of our fees are posted and detailed here on the website. We want to make it easy for you to plan your wedding at Chase Court!
Do we need insurance?
You do. We require you to purchase liability insurance.
We strongly encourage you to also buy wedding cancellation insurance. Cancellation insurance offers protection if you need to cancel your wedding for a variety of reasons, including severe weather and sudden illness.
You can get both types of insurance from Wedsafe. It’s easy, and they have exactly what you need. WedSafe offers up to a 15% discount on your premium when you purchase both wedding liability insurance (which we require) and wedding cancellation insurance.
Chase Court is fully insured, as are all of our approved caterers.
Are tables and chairs included in your rates?
Yes! Tables and chairs for your ceremony and reception are included with your rental. You may also choose to rent equipment through the caterer, so you have complete freedom in your choice of size, style, and color of tables and chairs. By the way, table linens are a rental item provided through your caterer, and an outstanding, low-cost way to add to your decor!
Are we required to hire a wedding coordinator?
You are not.
Photo: Jennifer Smutek Photography
The Venue
How many guests can Chase Court accommodate?
Chase Court accommodates up to 125 guests seated for dinner, or 150 guests for a cocktail-style reception. The garden seats up to 125 guests for a wedding ceremony. Weddings of all sizes, from just the two of you on up to our maximum capacity, look and fit great at Chase Court.
Can we have our ceremony there as well as our reception?
Yes! In fact, most weddings at Chase Court include both the ceremony and the reception. Couples love having their ceremony in our gorgeous, private garden! Winter wedding couples usually say their vows in the great hall, which is quickly and easily turned around for dinner and dancing while cocktails and hors d’oeuvres are being served in the library and foyer.
Our ceremony will be in our church. Can we have just our reception at Chase Court?
Yes, you can!
Is there a getting-ready space?
There sure is! We have an outstanding, private, wedding suite where you can get dressed for your ceremony. The wedding suite is included in our wedding ceremony and reception rates. It’s available as an add-on to our elopement packages.
What happens if it rains on our wedding day?
We have an excellent rain plan, which also serves well in the colder months. The decision about whether or not to use the rain plan can be made as late as three hours before your wedding!
Is there air conditioning?
Chase Court is fully air conditioned.
Is Chase Court part of a church?
Chase Court is privately owned and is not connected or affiliated with any church.
Is Chase Court Inclusive?
Yes, very! Chase Court has been the venue for almost 80 LGBTQ+ weddings. We welcome, honor, and affirm couples whose spirituality, sexuality, gender identities, racial identities, or ways of being are less accepted elsewhere.
“Thank you for providing us with the most ethereal and magical setting for our special day!”
Abby D., bride
“We loved having our September wedding at Chase Court! David was communicative throughout the process and I think even ended up magically fixing my mom's corsage at one point during the evening! The venue itself is beautiful; we had our ceremony outside and reception indoors. It felt so magical to be in a beautiful little green oasis in busy Mount Vernon. We had about 85 guests and the space felt perfectly intimate and warm.”
Samantha G., bride
Food and Drink
How is food and drink provided?
We have an outstanding list of six approved caterers from which to choose. They offer catering experiences from simple to elegant, basic to gourmet, across a broad range of pricing. We’re happy to offer advice and guidance on choosing the caterer that will best meet your needs and desires.
Our approved caterers provide the food and drink; the front- and back-of-the-house staff; and the linens, dishware, silverware, glassware, and other service items.
All of them allow you to provide your own alcohol, if you wish, which they will serve.
Are there any restrictions regarding red wine or other alcoholic beverages?
You are welcome to serve red wine and any other alcoholic beverages that you choose. All beverages must be served by one of our approved caterers.
Can we provide our own alcoholic beverages?
Yes! You can deliver it during set-up time and take out what’s left at the end of your wedding. We require the caterer to do all of the alcohol service. They will happily package the left-overs for you.
It can be helpful to have a conversation with the caterer about whether providing your own alcohol is or isn’t economical in terms of your time, energy, or the selection.
Can the caterers accommodate dietary restrictions and food allergies?
All of our approved caterers are adept at accommodating guests who are vegetarians, vegans, pescatarians, gluten-free, or have other dietary restrictions or allergies.
What about cake?
Cakes and other desserts can be provided by any licensed and insured bakery. Our approved caterers will also be happy to provide a cake or other desserts for you.
Photo: Jennifer Smutek Photography
“My wife and I had our wedding at Chase Court and it couldn't have been a nicer experience. David was great and extremely helpful throughout the whole process, from finding an amazing photographer to even putting the final touches on the ceremony on the day of. The venue is a beautiful and intimate spot that you wouldn't even believe it is in the city at all, as the courtyard is tucked away between gorgeous old Baltimore church architecture. We would absolutely recommend anyone looking for a wedding venue to book with Chase Court.”
Jake M., groom
Parking and Transportation
Where do we park?
There are 500 inexpensive parking spaces within one block of Chase Court!
There are surface lots, a garage around the corner, and many metered and non-metered street spaces throughout the neighborhood. Parking in Mount Vernon is inexpensive compared to downtown. The garage and the lots are about ten dollars a day.
How close is Chase Court to the nearest major airport?
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport is just 15 minutes from Chase Court! BWI Airport is a major stop for Southwest Airlines.
What about the train?
Baltimore’s Penn Station is just four blocks from Chase Court. Amtrak provides major service to Baltimore along its Northeast Corridor. MARC Train Service runs from Washington, DC on a limited (but inexpensive!) weekend schedule.
It’s an easy walk from Penn Station along Saint Paul Street or North Charles Street to our entrance on East Chase Street.
Can our guests catch a cab or an Uber or Lyft back to their hotel?
They sure can! Chase Court is just four blocks south of the train station, so cabs and ride-share companies are readily available.
Photo: Green Feather Photography
The Neighborhood
We have out-of-town guests. Are there hotels nearby?
Yes! There are several outstanding hotels right here in Mount Vernon! All of them have been renovated recently, each with a unique look and feel. And there are more hotels a short ride away Downtown, in the Inner Harbor, Harbor East, and Fell’s Point.
All of the hotels can block off a set of rooms for you at a special room rate for you and your guests.
All of them wholeheartedly welcome our LGBTQ+ guests.
Are there nearby restaurants for our rehearsal dinner or micro-wedding reception?
There sure are! Chase Court is surrounded by outstanding restaurants! Almost all of them can accommodate your rehearsal dinner or elopement or micro-wedding reception. Most are an easy walk from Chase Court, the rest only a short drive away.
What’s the neighborhood like around Chase Court?
The elegant Mount Vernon Historic district is Baltimore’s cultural and historic center and a vibrant neighborhood, known for its historic charm, diverse architecture, and cultural institutions. It’s home to the original Washington Monument, the Mount Vernon Place park, and a wide variety of locally-owned restaurants.
Many locations in the neighborhood, including the spectacular Mount Vernon Place Park, are great settings for off-site wedding photography!
Mount Vernon is a lively, walkable area with a strong community feel. It’s a great place to take in art, architecture, and history!
Mount Vernon is significant for its fine architecture. The residential, commercial, and institutional buildings of Mount Vernon are among the most elaborate nineteenth and early twentieth century structures in Baltimore. There is a diversity of building types, styles, and uses that feature a grand scale, high degree of decoration, and classical elegance, all contributing to Mount Vernon’s historic character.
There are several annual events and festivals in Mount Vernon, including the Mount Vernon Place Flower Mart in May; the Summer in the Squares outdoor performance series; and the Washington Monument Lighting in December.
Photo: Jennifer Smutek Photography
“We had an amazing experience at Chase Court for our wedding in September. My husband and I chose the complete elopement package, which was ideal for us since we wanted a small, stress-free ceremony. David took care of every detail flawlessly. We decided to add the bridal suite and a harpist, which made the day even more special. The photographer David chose was fantastic, and we received our photos promptly. For our reception, we followed David's suggestion and held it at Sammy’s Trattoria nearby, which our guests thoroughly enjoyed.”
Erin M., bride
Music and Miscellaneous
Are there any restrictions regarding music?
You are welcome to use live or recorded music inside and out. Chase Court is a solidly-built stone building (constructed with care in 1879!), so little sound escapes the walls. You may also have music in the garden at a reasonable volume up until 11 PM.
Will we be the only people on the property?
Yes! We only do one event at a time. Chase Court is completely private. The only guests present at Chase Court during your event will be your own.
Will a staff member be present during our time at Chase Court?
Yes. We give each event our complete attention. Our attention-to-detail service is a signature aspect of Chase Court.
Does Chase Court really look like its pictures?
Yes, it sure does! Give us a call at (410) 727-1112 (or fill out the contact form) to come take a tour and see for yourself!
Don’t see your question here?
Send us an e-mail or give us a call at Chase Court at (410) 727-1112.
