💍 The Foundry Files: Week 1

“Wait… I Can Do That Here?!”

8 Unexpected Things You Can Totally Do at Foundry 45 (and How to Pull Them Off Like a Pro)

Here’s the thing about planning a wedding at Foundry 45:
You’re not just booking a pretty space—you’re unlocking a choose-your-own-adventure kind of celebration.

While other venues might hit you with the classic “we don’t allow that” line, we’re over here nodding enthusiastically like:
“Food truck? Yup. Champagne tower? Duh. Your dog walking down the aisle in a bowtie? Honestly, we insist.”

So before you start playing it safe, here’s a list of 8 totally doable, secretly genius things you might not realize are possible at Foundry 45:

1️⃣ Have Your Pup Be Part of the Wedding Party

Yes. Dogs are 100% allowed.
And yes—we’ve seen a Great Dane in a tux, a Chihuahua in pearls, and one golden retriever who carried the rings (and didn’t eat them).
Pro Tip: Bring a dog handler for the day, and make sure there’s a safe chill-out zone for them afterward (we have the space!).

2️⃣ Bring in a Food Truck for Late-Night Bites

Because your guests need fuel after dancing their feet off.
Taco trucks, donut vans, even grilled cheese buses have parked right outside our venue to deliver post-reception deliciousness.
Fan Favorite: A pretzel truck with beer cheese dip? Unreal.
Logistics? We’ve got the outdoor space and access handled. Just tell us what you’re dreaming up.

3️⃣ Turn the Courtyard Into a Champagne Hour Lounge

Want your cocktail hour to feel like a magazine spread?
Add outdoor lounge furniture, string lights, and a live acoustic set. Instant vibes.
We’ve seen couples turn this area into everything from a jazz club to a backyard BBQ—and it always works.

4️⃣ Use the Space for a Surprise Performance or Flash Mob

We’ve had a groom jump into a choreographed dance with his groomsmen.
A bride belt out a song.
A surprise mariachi band.
Moral of the story: If you’ve got a wild idea, we’re ready to help you stage it. (And honestly, we want front-row seats.)

5️⃣ Set Up a DIY Lounge with Board Games or a Polaroid Wall

Not every guest is a dance floor die-hard—and that’s okay.
We’ve seen couples create chill zones with cozy seating, games, photo ops, and even a guest book made from old vinyl records.

Cool Add-On: A message station where guests record short video clips of marriage advice = instant tears later.

6️⃣ Add a Signature Drink Station or Custom Bar Moment

Craft your own cocktail, name it something hilarious (“The Blushing Bride” or “The Cold Feet Cosmo”), and make it the star of your bar.
We’ve even seen his & hers drinks with custom napkins that said “Sip happens.” Iconic.

7️⃣ Project a Movie or Slideshow on the Walls

Want your guests to cry?
Cue a surprise photo montage of your childhood memories, love story, or that one video of your partner sobbing during proposal.
The venue layout makes it perfect for screens and projections without killing the vibe.

8️⃣ Host Your Ceremony + Reception in the Same Spot—But Flip the Whole Vibe

Our indoor/outdoor setup makes it easy to wow them twice without moving locations.
Start with a romantic garden ceremony… then guests head inside to a candlelit industrial party space that feels like a total scene change.
And yes, we can handle the flip. No stress for you.

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Foundry 45 is more than a wedding venue—it’s a blank canvas with just the right amount of edge, charm, and “hell yes” energy to make anything happen.

So if you’ve been asking yourself “Can I really…?”
Our answer is: “YES. And let’s make it awesome.”Ready to turn your wildest ideas into wedding magic?
Let’s see what we can dream up together.