Historic Wedding Venue in Houston
The Bell Tower on 34th is a historic wedding venue in Houston: the land at 901 W 34th St in Garden Oaks, near the Houston Heights, carries ties to key figures in Texas history, and the bronze-belled tower Roger Igo built there in 2006 has become a neighborhood landmark. More than 5,000 events since 2009 carry the record.
The historic part of this venue is real and documented. The land where The Bell Tower on 34th sits connects to key figures in Texas history, a story told in full in the book Keep On Going by founder and CEO Roger Igo, and the tower itself, with its bronze bells and intricate carvings, has become one of the recognizable landmarks of the Garden Oaks skyline near the Houston Heights.
Couples who marry here join that story: weddings have run on this property since the venue opened in 2009, more than 5,000 events have been produced since, and the venue remains a working piece of Houston history rather than a museum.
The Story the Tower Tells
From pioneering Texans to a disastrous betrayal and a fight for the future, Keep On Going chronicles the extraordinary history of The Bell Tower on 34th and the land beneath it. The venue history section on /book tells the story in the venue's own words: an iconic Houston landmark since it was built, unique bronze bells, and a place that has become an integral part of people's lives in this city.
Roger Igo has been president and CEO since 2009, broke ground on the building in 2006, and has been on site every year since. That continuity is part of what makes the venue historic rather than merely old.
A Historic Setting With a Modern Operation
History sets the scene; the operation is current. Ceremonies run in the Campanile chapel beneath the tower or at the Waterwall, receptions fill ballrooms rated to 300 guests, and weddings host up to 350 guests. Food is cooked in our own kitchen by Executive Chef Sergio Arellano and his team, and one Event Producer runs the timeline from arrival to send-off.
The Contessa is booked together with the Capital Ballroom and Courtyard as one combination, and the Waterwall pairs with the Campanile Chapel and the Carillon Ballroom as the other.
What a Wedding Here Includes
Every price is all-in: the venue, Chef's cuisine, beverage service, our event team, service charge, and tax. There is no separate venue rental fee. Pricing is per guest: Saturday $230, Friday/Sunday $210, and Monday through Thursday $165.
- Venue: The Bell Tower on 34th, 901 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018, in Garden Oaks, near the Houston Heights, about 15 minutes from downtown Houston.
- Capacity: Weekend weddings of 100 guests and up, with weddings up to 350 guests. Six indoor and outdoor event spaces.
- Spaces: The Campanile (Chapel), up to 250 guests; The Waterwall, up to 250 guests; The Carillon Ballroom, up to 300 guests; The Legendary Contessa with Capital Ballroom and Courtyard, up to 300 guests; The Chandelier Room, up to 225 guests; The Candela Ballroom, up to 300 guests.
- All-inclusive: The Full Service Experience is one all-in price, service fee and tax included, covering the space, in-house catering and beverage service, staffing, coordination, and setup. No room rental fee and no venue fee.
- Pricing per guest: Saturday $230, Friday/Sunday $210, Monday through Thursday $165.
- Every price is all-in: the venue, Chef's cuisine, beverage service, our event team, service charge, and tax. There is no separate venue rental fee.
- Parking: Complimentary valet parking and uniformed security included; shuttle and charter bus drop-off coordinated with your producer.
- Experience: Operating since 2009, more than 5,000 events produced, more than 1,000 five-star reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is The Bell Tower on 34th considered a historic Houston wedding venue?
The land at 901 W 34th St ties to key figures in Texas history, a story documented in the book Keep On Going by founder and CEO Roger Igo, and the bronze-belled tower built there in 2006 has become a Garden Oaks landmark near the Houston Heights. The venue has operated since 2009 and has produced more than 5,000 events.
Where can we read the venue history?
The Venue History section on /book tells the story of the tower and the land, and the book Keep On Going chronicles the full history of The Bell Tower on 34th, from pioneering Texans to the fight for the future. It is sold in hardcover, e-book, and audio everywhere books are sold.
How many guests can a wedding at The Bell Tower on 34th host?
Weekend weddings run 100 guests and up, and weddings host up to 350 guests. The Campanile chapel and the Waterwall each hold up to 250 guests, the Carillon Ballroom, the Candela Ballroom, and the Legendary Contessa with Capital Ballroom and Courtyard each hold up to 300 guests, and the Chandelier Room holds up to 225 guests.
Is catering in-house at The Bell Tower on 34th?
Yes. Food and beverage are prepared and served by the in-house culinary team, which keeps quality, timing, and the guest experience consistent. Cultural and traditional menus are regularly produced.
Where is The Bell Tower on 34th located?
The Bell Tower on 34th is at 901 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018, in Garden Oaks, near the Houston Heights, about 15 minutes from downtown Houston.