How to Host a Corporate Event at Pickle & Chill in Columbus, Ohio
If you're searching for a corporate event venue in Columbus, Ohio that does more than just provide a room and a folding table, you've landed in the right place. Pickle & Chill has quickly become a go-to spot for company picnics, team-building days, happy hours, and holiday parties across central Ohio — and for good reason. Between our courts, lounge space, and full-service bar, we make it easy to host an event that people actually remember.
Why companies are choosing Pickle & Chill for events
We recently hosted the team from Wilcox Communities for their company picnic, and their feedback summed up exactly what we aim for:
"Pickle & Chill was the perfect venue for our company picnic. We had plenty of space to bring in additional activities for our team members and their families, and the staff was wonderful to work with. They made hosting our event effortless and enjoyable. Highly recommend!"
That's the experience we want every group to have: low effort for the planner, high energy for everyone else
Our space
Pickle & Chill is built for groups of every size, from a 15-person happy hour to a 200-person holiday party. Here's what's available:
Courts. 10 outdoor pickleball courts and 12 indoor courts, so weather is never a dealbreaker. Whether you want a casual round-robin or a full team tournament, we have the space to make it happen rain or shine.
Bar & lounge. An indoor bar and lounge area for mingling, cocktails, and a more relaxed setting once the games wind down.
Event tent. A dedicated outdoor event tent for larger gatherings, ceremonies, or simply more covered space on a sunny day.
Gaming turf. A turf area set up with cornhole, bocce ball, and other lawn games. Perfect for guests who want to stay active without playing pickleball.
Patio and outdoor rolling bar. Our patio includes a mobile, rolling bar option so drinks can come to wherever your group is set up outside.
Full liquor license. We're fully licensed, so your event can include a complete bar experience, beer, wine, and cocktails.
Food and catering options
We don't serve food on-site ourselves, which means you have full flexibility here:
Bring your own outside food. Caterer of choice, food truck, or even a home-cooked spread — it's up to you.
Use our preferred catering menu. We work closely with a local catering partner and can offer curated packages that take the guesswork out of feeding your group.
Add-on options to make your event even better
Pickleball instructor — great for groups who are new to the game or want a more structured clinic-style session
Event captain — a dedicated point of contact on-site to keep your event running smoothly from start to finish
Tournament coordinator — ideal if you want a bracket-style competition with real structure and prizes
Bartender — a dedicated bartender for your event so your team isn't waiting in line or managing drinks themselves
How to plan your event: step by step
Pick your event type and rough headcount. This determines whether you'll want primarily indoor courts, outdoor courts, the tent, or a mix.
Choose your date early. Holiday dates in particular — Thanksgiving week, December, and New Year's Eve — fill up fast. The earlier you lock in a date, the more flexibility you'll have.
Decide on food. Bring your own, hire an outside caterer, or use our preferred catering partner's packages.
Select your add-ons. An event captain is a popular starting point for any group over 30 people; add a tournament coordinator if you want real competition, or a bartender if you want a dedicated drink station.
Confirm your space. We'll walk you through which combination of courts, tent, patio, and lounge makes sense for your group size and goals.
Show up and let us handle the logistics. Once your event is booked, our team manages the on-site details so you can actually enjoy your own event.
Serving Columbus and all of central Ohio
While we're based in Columbus, we regularly host groups from across central Ohio and beyond. Whether your team is local or coming in from out of town, we're an easy, central location for a memorable company event.
Ready to book your event?
We'd love to help you bring it to life. Fill out our Perfect Venue Request Form with your event details and our team will help you figure out the rest — even if you don't have everything mapped out yet.
