The Grand Belle at The Bellevue Hotel | Philadelphia Wedding Venue Spotlight

about the Grand Belle

The Grand Belle is one of the newest venues by Cescaphe, located inside the iconic Bellevue Hotel in the heart of Philadelphia. The historic ballroom has been beautifully restored to highlight its grand architecture, featuring soaring ceilings, ornate details, and stunning chandeliers that create an unforgettable setting for an elegant wedding day. After hosting its first wedding in April 2024, The Grand Belle quickly became one of the city’s most sought after celebration spaces.

At New Pace Weddings, we love capturing celebrations at The Grand Belle. Our team understands how to highlight the venue’s architectural beauty, natural light, and timeless atmosphere throughout the day. From portraits beneath the chandeliers to the energy of the dance floor, every moment is documented with care so couples can relive their celebration for years to come.

While we’d love to capture every unforgettable moment of your wedding day, we’re just the photographers and videographers! If you are interested in hosting your wedding at The Grand Belle, you will need to reach out to Cescaphe directly to reserve this stunning venue.

For more details to book this venue, visit: Cescaphe.

Address: 200 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Phone Number: (215) 238-5750

The Grand Belle is located inside The Bellevue Hotel

history of the bellevue

The Bellevue has been a landmark in Philadelphia for more than a century. Originally opened in the early 1900s, the building quickly became a centerpiece along the city’s Avenue of the Arts and a destination for elegant gatherings, performances, and social events.

Inside the historic building is The Grand Belle at The Bellevue, a ballroom that reflects the grandeur and architectural style of the Gilded Age when it was first designed. With its ornate details and impressive scale, the space has hosted countless celebrations and notable events throughout Philadelphia’s history.

Today, the ballroom has been beautifully restored and is now part of the collection of venues by Cescaphe, continuing the building’s legacy as a place for unforgettable celebrations while preserving the elegance that has defined it for generations.

WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT THE Grand Belle

HISTORICAL BALLROOM ELEGANCE

One of the most striking features of The Grand Belle is its breathtaking historic ballroom. The space reflects the grandeur of the Gilded Age, with intricate architectural details, dramatic ceilings, and sparkling chandeliers that create an unforgettable atmosphere for a wedding celebration. The scale and elegance of the room make every moment feel elevated, from the ceremony to the final dance of the night.

ICONIC PHILADELPHIA LOCATION

Located inside The Bellevue Hotel along Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts, the venue places couples in the heart of the city. The surrounding area offers incredible opportunities for portraits, with nearby landmarks, classic city architecture, and vibrant streets just steps away.

A SPACE DESIGNED FOR GRAND CELEBRATIONS

The Grand Belle was built to host large scale events, and it shows in the layout and flow of the ballroom. The spacious dance floor, elevated stage, and dramatic design create an incredible setting for receptions. The ballroom can accommodate up to 500 guests seated with a dance floor or up to 1,500 guests for a cocktail style celebration, making it one of the most impressive event spaces in Philadelphia. Whether it is the couple’s grand entrance, heartfelt speeches, or a packed dance floor, the room naturally amplifies the energy of the celebration.

INCREDIBLE LIGHT AND DETAILS

As photographers and videographers, we love how the ballroom’s design enhances wedding imagery. The chandeliers, ornate molding, and warm interior lighting create depth and dimension in photos and video throughout the day. Every corner of the space offers an elegant backdrop that feels timeless and distinctly Philadelphia.

CESCAPHE CATERING AT THE Grand Belle

Cescaphe has built a strong reputation in Philadelphia for delivering exceptional wedding and event experiences. Their team is known for thoughtful service, beautifully presented cuisine, and a commitment to making every celebration feel elevated and seamless.

We are also proud to be part of Cescaphe’s concierge program. Having the opportunity to work closely with their team and capture weddings at venues like The Grand Belle is truly an honor, and we are always excited to document the incredible events they bring to life.

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY AT THE Grand Belle

YOUR WEDDING AT THE grand belle

With its grand architecture and historic elegance, The Grand Belle at The Bellevue offers an unforgettable setting for a wedding celebration. If you would like to learn more about our photo and video services and how we can capture your day at this stunning venue, contact us today!

Alex & Ryan’s Experience With New Pace Weddings

READ WHAT THE COUPLE HAD TO SAY:

There’s nothing better than feeling like you’re in good hands when it comes to your wedding day and that’s exactly how we felt with New Pace. It’s so nice to have photo and video taken care of by the same people. They offered a number of different packages and custom options. It was easy to schedule and engagement shoot. They were also very thorough when it came to helping us select the shots and moments we wanted to be sure to capture on our big day. On top of that, the crew was fantastic on our wedding day. Our photographers & videographer were very attentive to details and they were all just so freindly and easy to work with. We’ve gotten some of the photos and a video teaser back and their work looks amazing. Can’t wait to see more. I highly recommend New Pace to all couples looking for photo and video for their wedding day.

ENGAGEMENT SESSION

THE WEDDING DAY

WEDDING TEASER

Vendors

Entertainment: Elegance Quartet

Hair & Makeup: Gloss Studio LLC

Cake: Brendenbeck’s Bakery and Ice Cream

Jewelry: Golden Nugget

Florist: Chantilly Floral

Caterer: Conroy Catering

Mike & Krysten’s Experience With New Pace Wedding Films & Photo

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“It was great having our photo and video in one place and having one contact for it all. It made life easier during the planning process. The photographers/videographers, and other staff went above and beyond for us from the start. They did way more than they needed to help us on the big day as well! Our big day was beautifully captured. They worked extremely hard to capture every moment of our day. We still have people telling us how great our photos, video, and trailer were.”

ENGAGEMENT SESSION

THE WEDDING DAY

WEDDING TEASER

Vendors

Entertainment: Beat by Beat Entertainment

Hair: Sydney of Sydney&April

Make-Up: April of Sydney&April

Cake: Brendenbeck’s Bakery and Ice Cream

Jewelry: Kendra Scott and Dareth Colburn Designs

Invitations: Gia Boyd

Florist: The Bouquet Shop

Event Planner: Melissa from Anthony’s at Paxon Hollow

Caterer: Anthony’s at Paxon Hollow

Sarah & Jonathan – Rose Bank Winery

Sarah & Jonathan – Rose Bank Winery

Working with New Pace for our wedding film was a great experience. We knew exactly what we wanted from our wedding videographer and New Pace delivered beautifully. It was important to us to have a wedding trailer as well as the videos from our ceremony and reception and New Pace had incredible package options that listed exactly what we needed for a price that fit very well into our budget. The team was very responsive and ensured that I had all the tools to give them the information they needed to make our wedding video a success. The videographer we were matched with was very professional and did a beautiful job capturing the day. The studio was also very flexible when it came to us having to last-minute reschedule our reception due to COVID (which I don’t wish on any future brides!) and we will treasure our trailer and ceremony/reception cuts forever. I would definitely recommend New Pace Wedding Films for any brides in the Philadelphia area!

Sarah & Jonathan had their wedding ceremony and reception at Rose Bank Winery. Located in Newtown, PA-original owner, William Penn deeded the property to his daughters including the famous dress stoned Manor House. The property was then eventually purchased by the Fleming Family. Features of Rose Bank Winery include: a wine making facility, tasting room, and rustic elegance weaved throughout the venue. Couples can choose several different event spaces including the Rose Ballroom, Vintner’s Ballroom and Loft, Buckman Barn, Ash Room and Hannah’s Room.

Entertainment: Bachelor Boys Band
Flowers: Paige Drake via Pridmore Floral Design
Hair/Makeup: Elyse Sara Hairstyling Mariel LaBouliere via Beauty by Mariel
Fashion: La Bella Moda, Kennedy Blue, Generation Tux
Event Planner: Rachel Koppe via Rachel Nichole Events
Invitations: TheSunshineGarden via Etsy, Cards & Pockets
Cake: Kathy Renaud
Caterer: Let’s Cultivate Food

Happy 4th of July!

????❤️ Cheers to Freedom – Happy 4th of July from New Pace Wedding Films & Photo

Happy Father’s Day!

Happy Father’s Day from New Pace Wedding Films & Photo

Modern Luxury Weddings – New Pace Weddings Feature

Be sure to check out Modern Luxury Weddings Philadelphia newest issue! Our Studio Manager, Jenny, is featured in both the “Capture the Moment” and “Wedding Insider” sections of the June 2022 issue. See below for the highlights and read the newest issue via Modern Luxury Weddings Philadelphia.

Happy Pride Month!

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Riley & Michael – Cairnwood Estate

Riley & Michael – Cairnwood Estate

“Unreal bang for your buck here!!! We SO enjoyed working with New Pace. The videographer we worked with was so patient and was never in the way, so kind and really made us feel like he was capturing our special day so fully! Our trailer is UNREAL perfect. We are so so so happy!! Thank you New Pace!!”

Riley & Michael held their wedding ceremony at Huntingdon Valley Country Club followed by their reception at Cairnwood Estate. Established in 1895, original owner John Pitcairn built Cairnwood for his wife Gertrude. In 1979, the Pitcairn family donated Cairnwood Estate to the Academy of the New Church. Features of Cairnwood include: 6 historic rooms (Great Hall, Living Room, Library, Music Room, Dining Room, & Billiard Room), classic Greek and Roman architecture and beautiful, lush gardens/grounds.

Entertainment: Bachelor Boys Band
Flowers: Margaux St. Ledger via Fleur De Lis Floral
Hair/Make-up: Lauren Cundari Beke Beau
Fashion: Madeline’s Daughter The Black Tux
Jewelry: Madeline’s Daughter
Invitations: Lexi Deconti
Cake: The Master’s Baker
Caterer: Karen Spire via Karen’s Catering
Transportation: Philadelphia Trolley Works First Class Luxury Limo

Philadelphia Wedding’s Bubbly & Brunch

It’s been officially 1️⃣ month since Philadelphia Wedding’s Bubbly & Brunch event at The Curtis Atrium and we’re still not over all the fun we had! Our team was honored to sponsor the photo + video portion of this event, scroll below to view more shots of the day!

Wedding Vendors in attendance included:

Ame Salon & Spa, Beautiful Blooms, Bella Bridesmaids Capelli + Trucco, Carl Alan Florist Charcuterie Chic, Classic Cake Tina Ho Med Spa Fifty Shades of Planning, First Class Travel, Forget Me Knot, Garces Group, Henna by Ash NJ, Hitched, Jon Ardito, Kimberly James Bridal, Priori Jewelry, In the Known Experiences, La Rue Events, Laura & Leigh Bridal, Lehigh Valley Celebrants, Martin Reardon Photography, Philly Photo & Philm, Philly Street Signs, Skin House Facial Bar, Suit Shop, Sunbursts & Stardust, Van Cleve Bridal