best day ever

Weddings

As part of the Spaces in the City family, The Standard is more than a beautiful venue. Behind every event large or small, the Spaces in the City team is full service, from first walkthrough to the last dance. Our event team will bring your vision to life. In addition to accommodating your wedded bliss, we also cater to engagement parties, bridal showers, brunches, rehearsal dinners, post-toast brunches, welcome parties, and any reason to celebrate in downtown Knoxville. 

Couple dressed in wedding attire walking outside a brick building in Downtown Knoxville with large windows, sunlight reflecting off the glass.

old city

Nestled in the historic Old City of downtown Knoxville, The Standard is walkable to numerous hotels, restaurants and bars for your out of town guests staying in the area. It’s everyone’s favorite spot for photoshoots, just step out the door for gorgeous historic and urban backdrops.

A woman in a white wedding dress sitting on a vintage sofa, holding a bouquet of white flowers, with a distressed wall behind her in Downtown Knoxville
A couple dressed in wedding attire, holding hands and walking away on a paved pathway at an wedding venue in The Old City Knoxville

Full Wedding Planning Services

in-house catering and bar services available

Let your vision come to life

A white wedding dress hanging on a wooden hanger in front of a framed window with textured glass. A veil and pair of shoes are placed on a wooden chair beneath the dress, in a room with wooden flooring and brick wall on the left.
Close-up of wedding rings placed on a decorative stone amid green foliage and white flowers in a floral arrangement.
A woman in a strapless dress is being helped by another person to tie a bow at her waist.
Elegant table setting with white plates, gold cutlery, and a menu card on a textured white tablecloth. Decorated with a single flower, candles, and glassware, including wine glasses and candle holders, creating a sophisticated atmosphere.
Pair of white high-heeled shoes decorated with pearls hanging on a vintage radiator.
A woman in a white dress holding a cascading bridal bouquet with white roses, calla lilies, and green foliage.
Indoor wedding ceremony venue decorated with floral arrangements and a floral arch at the front, with rows of chairs on either side. String lights hang from the ceiling over the space, which features exposed brick and concrete walls.
A couple walking together, with only their lower legs and feet visible, the woman wearing a long white wedding gown and the man wearing dark jeans, both wearing custom sneakers that say 'HUBBY' and 'WIFEY' on the back.
A close-up of a table setting at an elegant event, with woven brown placemats, orange napkins, gold utensils, and amber glassware, with a floral centerpiece in the background.
Close-up of a bride with long, curly blonde hair wearing a white wedding dress with buttons down the back.
Outdoor event space decorated with round tables covered in white tablecloths, set with glassware, plates, and floral centerpieces, surrounded by wooden chairs and benches, with string lights and woven pendant lamps hanging from the ceiling.

large or small

Gatherings

Steeped in character and rich with Knoxville history, The Standard has been thoughtfully designed to provide an elevated experience for weddings, corporate gatherings, social celebrations, nonprofit events, and private occasions. Our venue’s modern amenities ensure that every event unfolds seamlessly.

Celebrate life’s milestones as we set the perfect scene for birthdays, anniversaries, bar & bat mitzvahs, quinceañeras, baby showers, retirement parties and reunions.  

Beyond private events, The Standard provides a dynamic setting for events of every kind. From live concerts and fashion showcases to dance performances, theatrical productions, and comedy shows, the venue is designed to bring unforgettable events to life.

Elegant Indoor wedding ceremony setup at The Standard in Downtown Knoxville with rows of wooden chairs on either side of a decorated aisle, flanked by large white pots filled with greenery and flowers, with a backdrop of white draping.
Close-up of a man and woman holding cocktails, dressed in formal attire, celebrating together at an all inclusive venue in Downtown Knoxville
A catered plate in Knoxville with a piece of cooked beef steak, mashed potatoes, and grilled asparagus with a brown sauce.
A glass of pale yellow cocktail with a slice of dried orange as garnish, placed on a table with two forks nearby, with a candle and some greenery in the background.

event planning

The Standard is part of the Spaces in the City family. We’re behind local favorites Kefi, Vida, The Vault, The Press Room, Jackson Terminal, The Square Room, The Lumigail, and Absinthe Minded. We understand what it takes to create a fantastic guest experience.

Planning a celebration takes vision, organization, and big-picture orchestration, all within a tight logistical framework. The day of your event is the culmination of the months we’ll spend creating a flawless masterplan to make it amazing. We will listen to your event objectives, review budget targets, and help determine the timeline.

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catering

We believe that quality, delicious food is the foundation for a successful gathering. Through our catering company, City Catering, we can put together an intimate evening for a few or huge celebrations for hundreds of guests.

Delicious catering can be as simple as board room snacks or boxed lunches for a meeting or as fancy as a seated + served dinner. Brunch, chef’s display, hors d’oeurves, full bar service, City Catering will provide all of the food and beverages your event needs.

see our menus at
citycateringknox.com