If you’ve been hunting for a Salt Lake City wedding venue that feels like it was pulled straight out of a love story — high ceilings, golden chandeliers, the kind of architecture that makes your photos look effortless — let me introduce you to one of my absolute favorites: The Commercial Club Salt Lake City.
I’ve been photographing weddings for fifteen years now, and I can tell you with full confidence that the venue you choose shapes the entire feel of your wedding day. The light, the textures, the architectural details — they all become characters in your love story. And The Commercial Club? She’s a showstopper.
So pour yourself something cozy, friend. I’m sharing styled wedding inspiration from this historic SLC venue, plus a peek at what makes a Commercial Club wedding such a dream for couples (and the photographers lucky enough to shoot there).
Why The Commercial Club Is a Salt Lake City Wedding Dream
Tucked onto Exchange Place in downtown Salt Lake City, The Commercial Club is a historic event venue with the kind of bones that make a wedding photographer’s heart skip. We’re talking 27-foot vaulted ceilings, fluted pillars, hand-laid mosaic floors, and grand chandeliers on dimmers (yes — dimmers, which means we can craft the exact mood you want as the night unfolds).
The ballroom alone is 2,700 square feet of open, airy elegance. It comfortably seats 200 guests for dinner, holds 250 for ceremony-style seating, or up to 300 for a rotating reception. Whether you’re planning an intimate Salt Lake City wedding or a big celebration with everyone you love, this space flexes beautifully.
And can we talk about the lobby for a second? Bison skull carvings, celestial ceiling paintings, and a picturesque arched terracotta entrance. It’s the kind of architectural backdrop that makes “just walking in” feel like a portrait moment.
Styled Wedding Inspiration: Pastel & Gold at The Commercial Club
This styled shoot, leaned into what The Commercial Club does best — that timeless, romantic, slightly old-world elegance — while keeping things soft and modern enough to feel like you. Take a look at the Commercial Club wedding gallery to see exactly what I’m talking about! Make sure you keep scrolling for tips for your dream wedding at The Commercial Club!
Photographer Tips for Your Commercial Club Wedding
Since I know you’re either dreaming about this venue or already booked (cheers, friend!), here are a few photographer-tested tips:
Plan portraits around the chandelier light. The dimmers mean we can pull gorgeous warm tones during your reception. Trust your photographer on timing — golden hour inside this venue is just as magical as outside.
Use the lobby for a “first look” or grand entrance. That terracotta arched entry is unreal. Don’t waste it.
Lean into the venue’s existing aesthetic. The Commercial Club encourages couples to let the historic charm shine, and I couldn’t agree more. Pastels, metallics, and natural florals photograph beautifully against the venue’s classic textures.
Book your vendors early. The Commercial Club has an open vendor policy (yay!), but the best Salt Lake City wedding vendors book up fast — especially for spring and fall dates.
Looking for a Commercial Club Wedding Photographer?
If you’re planning a wedding at The Commercial Club Salt Lake City, I would love to be the one capturing it for you. Fifteen years in, I still get giddy about beautiful venues, real moments, and couples who light each other up. (I mean, just check out my Instagram >> @brookebakken <<
I’d be honored to walk through the venue with you, hear about your vision, and chat through how to make your wedding day feel exactly like the two of you. Click the image below and let’s create something timeless together.
