A private dinner can celebrate a milestone, bring colleagues together or welcome an association. Start with seated guest count, service style and the schedule for arrivals, dinner and remarks. Bring a licensed caterer who can plan service within the approved room layout.
Coordinate service and conversation
Your host or planner arranges tableware, rentals, flowers and any audiovisual needs. Discuss dietary requirements with the caterer, confirm kitchen access, and allow for setup and removal. Room-only pricing keeps the venue charge separate from the menu and staffing you select.
Capacity depends on event layout and current occupancy approval. Tell us your guest count when you inquire.
Sunday–Thursday: $1,950; Friday: $2,750; Saturday: $3,450; Friday + Saturday: $5,750. Launch pricing for base venue rental. Taxes, security, insurance, alcohol service, catering, staffing, valet, special cleaning, rentals and production are not included unless confirmed in your final quote.
After event approval and a signed agreement: 25% deposit, balance due 30 days before the event. Approved bookings within 30 days require full payment. Agreement terms govern cancellation and refunds.
Your space. Your time. Your team.
Lumen provides the space for your agreed rental period. You and your vendors provide everything needed for your event, including furniture and rentals, linens, tableware, food and drinks, staffing, decor, lighting, cleaning supplies and trash bags, unless your signed agreement expressly includes an item. We encourage you to bring your own licensed caterer and event planner.
You and your vendors handle setup, breakdown and cleanup. Bring your own trash bags and cleaning supplies. Remove all belongings, decorations, food and vendor equipment; bag trash and recycling and follow the agreed disposal instructions; wipe used surfaces, clean spills and leave the space tidy. Complete all removal and cleanup within your authorized rental period. Confirm disposal arrangements before the event. Any additional cleaning requirements or charges are stated in your rental agreement.
Alcohol service
Bring a licensed caterer or qualified alcohol-service provider to confirm and arrange the permits, licensing, insurance and service requirements that apply to your event. The booker coordinates this with the provider and Lumen before booking. Do not assume a food-catering license alone authorizes alcohol service.
Tours are typically available most mornings, including weekends, between 10:00 a.m. and noon, by appointment only. Request a tour or vendor walkthrough in your inquiry. A venue representative will confirm the appointment; walk-in and unattended tours are not available.
Confirm kitchen access, usable equipment, Wi-Fi and any technical requirements before committing vendors.
Clear answers for your event
What does the rental include?
Lumen provides the space for your agreed rental period. You and your vendors provide everything needed for your event, including furniture and rentals, linens, tableware, food and drinks, staffing, decor, lighting, cleaning supplies and trash bags, unless your signed agreement expressly includes an item. We encourage you to bring your own licensed caterer and event planner.
What should we do before leaving?
You and your vendors handle setup, breakdown and cleanup. Bring your own trash bags and cleaning supplies. Remove all belongings, decorations, food and vendor equipment; bag trash and recycling and follow the agreed disposal instructions; wipe used surfaces, clean spills and leave the space tidy. Complete all removal and cleanup within your authorized rental period. Confirm disposal arrangements before the event. Any additional cleaning requirements or charges are stated in your rental agreement.
Who operates Lumen?
Lumen is operated by Hive Events.
What events does Lumen host?
Lumen can be considered for weddings, receptions, private dinners, corporate gatherings, networking, training, panels, launches, nonprofit events, birthdays, showers and other private celebrations, subject to event requirements.
Can I book inside 30 days?
Standard inquiries start 30 days ahead. For something sooner, text LUMEN + your date + estimated guest count to 314-704-1979. We’ll tell you whether an exception may be possible; no availability is promised.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Wi-Fi has not been verified for public offering. Please confirm your connectivity requirements before booking.
Is the kitchen available?
The real photographs show a kitchen area with stainless work surfaces and equipment. Kitchen access and usable equipment must be confirmed for your event; photographs do not certify equipment operation.
Can alcohol be served?
Bring a licensed caterer or qualified alcohol-service provider to confirm and arrange the permits, licensing, insurance and service requirements that apply to your event. The booker coordinates this with the provider and Lumen before booking. Do not assume a food-catering license alone authorizes alcohol service.
How do I check a date?
Start with available dates or submit your date, event type and estimated guest count. A published date or inquiry is not a confirmed booking.
What is Lumen?
Lumen is a private event venue operated by Hive Events for weddings, receptions, birthdays, showers, mitzvahs, corporate events and other private gatherings. Lumen provides the room; you coordinate your event team.
Where is Lumen?
Lumen is at 2201 Locust Street, St. Louis, Missouri 63103, in Downtown West.
How much does Lumen cost?
Sunday–Thursday: $1,950; Friday: $2,750; Saturday: $3,450; Friday + Saturday: $5,750. Launch pricing for base venue rental. Taxes, security, insurance, alcohol service, catering, staffing, valet, special cleaning, rentals and production are not included unless confirmed in your final quote.
Can I bring my own caterer?
Yes. Bring your own licensed caterer, subject to licensing, insurance and event-specific requirements. Confirm kitchen access and equipment before planning food preparation.
Can an event planner book Lumen?
Yes. Planners and caterers can submit a client date, guest count and event details, and request a walkthrough or courtesy hold. All dates and holds require confirmation from Lumen.
How much notice does Lumen need?
Normal inquiries start 30 days from today in St. Louis time during the relaunch. Need something sooner? Text us with LUMEN + your date + estimated guest count and we’ll tell you quickly if an exception is possible.
Is Lumen near CITYPARK?
Yes. Lumen is in Downtown West near CITYPARK. Check event-day traffic, parking and your route when planning guest arrival.
Can I hold a ceremony and reception there?
Tell us about both parts of your wedding. Lumen must confirm the layout, guest count, timing and any room change before booking.
Can my caterer book the venue?
Yes. A licensed caterer can introduce a client, request a date or a courtesy hold, and arrange a walkthrough. Availability and all terms require confirmation.
Can I tour Lumen?
Tours are typically available most mornings, including weekends, between 10:00 a.m. and noon, by appointment only. Request a tour or vendor walkthrough in your inquiry. A venue representative will confirm the appointment; walk-in and unattended tours are not available.
How many guests fit?
Capacity depends on event layout and current occupancy approval. Tell us your guest count when you inquire.
How does parking work?
Street, garage and event parking options are available throughout the surrounding Downtown West area. Parking is not included or reserved by Lumen. You arrange any valet or transportation and confirm current options for your event.
