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The Gish Barn
4.8 ★★★★★ 217 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Rittman, Ohio
Rustic barn set amid grounds for weddings and other events, with chandeliers, and an outdoor fire pit.
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (330) 441-9974
- Website gishbarn.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Amenities couples mention
“We did an outdoor ceremony and watching her walk down the cobblestone path through the trees was like a fairytale….”
“The event staff were kind and gracious and the views of the sunset from the fire pit at the top of the property were priceless!”
“The event staff were kind and gracious and the views of the sunset from the fire pit at the top of the property were priceless!”
“I love that they handled linens and tables and chairs for us and all we had to do was set up.”
What couples say again and again
“We were so impressed with the beauty of the venue before, but the day of our wedding it was absolutely magical with all the decor in its place.”
“The staff went above and beyond in every way for us & truly allowed my sister to have the wedding of her dreams.”
“We were so impressed with the beauty of the venue before, but the day of our wedding it was absolutely magical with all the decor in its place.”
From the reviews
My husband and I had our wedding here September 17, 2022. We were so impressed with the beauty of the venue before, but the day of our wedding it was absolutely magical with all the decor in its place. Ashleigh and her family were such a pleasure to work with and they helped put us at ease.
The Gish Barn is a lovely place for your Wedding Reception! The venue is absolutely beautiful, and decorated very nicely. The twinkly lights look breathtaking at night! They are great people to work with right down to the last little details.
My future sister in laws threw me the most beautiful bridal shower at the Gish Barn! It was a wonderful day we had the barn doors open for the breeze to come through and everyone had a lovely time!! Can’t wait to celebrate at the Gish barn in just a few months for our wedding day!!
Gish Barn was the venue of my dreams for my special day! Not only is the location beautiful, but the owner and his family handled ALL of the setup and tear down, allowing for a very stress free day. They even provide decorations, so I hardly had to bring anything of my own.
Getting married at The Gish Barn
The Gish Barn comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at The Gish Barn
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at The Gish Barn — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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