The Ruins
St. Louis, MO
| Venue type | Park & Pavilion |
| Location | St. Louis, MO |
| Published price | From $400 |
| Capacity | Up to 100 guests |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Event type | Ceremony only |
What the venue publishes
$200 per hour, 2-hour minimum ($400 minimum), for a wedding ceremony or elopement. Optional rehearsal add-on $200.
No electricity on site, no indoor rain backup and no weather-related refunds. Chairs and setup must be arranged through outside contractors. Amplified sound must not be heard beyond fifty feet of the source.
Source
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