A Small Party Venue in Baltimore
With Its Own Sky
Downtown on every side and a glass skylight overhead, with a bar and an entrance all its own. Thirty people fit like the room was counted for them.
For the parties people really throw
The Courtyard + Greenhouse is a small party venue in downtown Baltimore for up to 30 guests, with its own bar and its own entrance, from $195 per hour with a 3-hour minimum.
Twenty friends for a birthday. A shower for the cousin everybody loves. An engagement dinner that deserves better than a restaurant's back corner. That's the size most celebrations really are, and this is the room those nights were waiting on.
Because the space has its own hallway entrance, your party arrives to itself, not through somebody else's evening. And the rate math is friendly on purpose: Sunday through Wednesday it drops to $195 per hour, published like every other number we charge. Private parties fit under this skylight, from a family dinner to the special occasion that has outgrown your living room.
- $195 per hour Sunday through Wednesday
- $225 per hour Thursday through Saturday, 3-hour minimum
- Own bar, own entrance, setup inside your window
The courtyard does the party. The greenhouse does the pause.
The Courtyard
Brick underfoot, the blue mural overhead, string lights when the evening settles. This is where the toasts land and the photographs take themselves.
The Greenhouse
The glass-walled lounge tucked under the stairs: leather poufs, woven ottomans, softer light. Where the long conversations drift when the dance floor gets loud.
Thirty of your people, two rooms,
and the evening to yourselves.
One bar, three easy ways to run it
Every booking with bar access picks one beverage option. A cash bar lets guests buy their own; parties of 21 to 40 commit to a $500 minimum, and everything the bar sells counts toward it, coffee included. Hosted packages run from $25 per guest, beer and wine through signature cocktails and zero-proof pours, and the full menu of options is published.
Our bartender runs the room's own bar: wine and spirits from Black-owned and women-owned makers, the same program the Botany Bar pours every week.
- Cash bar, hosted packages, or somewhere between
- Hosted packages from $25 per guest
- Zero-proof options in every package
Thirty becomes 75 without changing the address
Guest lists have a way of growing between the idea and the invitation. If yours outgrows 30, the Botany Bar, Garden and Gallery takes parties up to 75 in the other wing, and a full buyout holds 120 across all three of our event spaces, exclusively yours.
Same address, same plants, same bar program. Just more room for the people you couldn't leave off the list.
What a small party in here felt like
The best place to host an intimate gathering! Quincy was an incredible host. Beautiful and meaningful atmosphere. Can’t wait to have another excuse to rent the space!
Erika H.
I co-hosted a private event at Stem & Vine and the hospitality was top tier! I booked the STEM room sight unseen and was blown away by the entire space.
Ellen B.
We hosted a launch event for our startup bringing together tech ecosystem leaders from Baltimore and beyond. S&V provided amazing service, a signature cocktail, and an elegant setup. We were blown away by the staff.
Kendra P.
Great hospitality for my event. Amazing atmosphere and thoughtfully curated space.
Sharon D.
I hosted a mom happy hour at Stem and Vine, and it was such a vibe! The space was beautiful, the drinks were so good, and we had the best time. Everything just felt easy and fun.
Brittany B.
Went to a birthday event at this "Beautiful" place. The vibe was amazing and the space was afro sophisticated. Try the Mocktails! The bartender did not disappoint.
Alithea S.
I did a Rose’ tasting and it was an amazing experience. This is definitely a Baltimore hidden Gem!!!
Tonya B.
We used Stem and Vine for our bartending service at our wedding. They did an excellent job. I would highly recommend them.
Lawrence W.
Plant shop, bar, book store, art gallery, and workshop venue all in one! Definitely a great spot in Baltimore.
Malcolm C.
Lovely venue. Great to be surrounded by greenery, great drinks and staff.
Steven D.
Every Wednesday night, Stem & Vine offers a perfect setting for drinks and engaging conversations with some of Baltimore’s most intriguing people.
Kendra Q.
Great team to work with, K was an absolute delight and attentive to all our bartending needs. Thank you so much!
Constance T.
Great bartenders, great space, great varieties of plants and wines, great vibes. We support black owned here!
Alexis S.
Nice intimate event space. Unique experience with a ton of character.
Eric F.
Questions small-party hosts ask us
How much does the Courtyard + Greenhouse cost for a small party?
The Courtyard + Greenhouse rents for $195 per hour Sunday through Wednesday and $225 per hour Thursday through Saturday, with a 3-hour minimum. Your window covers setup and breakdown too, and the pricing page holds every number.
How many guests fit in the Courtyard and Greenhouse?
The Courtyard + Greenhouse holds up to 30 guests. For a longer list, the Botany Bar, Garden and Gallery holds up to 75, and a full buyout of all three spaces holds 120.
Does the Courtyard + Greenhouse have its own bar?
The Courtyard + Greenhouse has its own bar and its own hallway entrance, so your party runs on its own rhythm. Every booking with bar access picks one beverage option, from a cash bar to hosted packages starting at $25 per guest.
What kinds of small parties work best in the Courtyard + Greenhouse?
The Courtyard + Greenhouse suits birthday parties, showers, engagement toasts, intimate dinners, and launch celebrations for up to 30 guests. The courtyard brings the exposed brick walls, the mural, and the string lights, and the greenhouse lounge gives the quieter corner. For a corporate gathering, the corporate page speaks that language.
Can we hold a ceremony in the Courtyard + Greenhouse?
Yes, ceremonies are welcome in the Courtyard + Greenhouse for up to 30 guests. It rents at the same hourly rate as any other booking, with a 3-hour minimum, so the ceremony and a toast afterward can share one window. More photos of both rooms live in the gallery.
Is the building historic?
Yes. Stem & Vine is an event venue inside Browns Arcade at 326 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, which is on the National Historic Registry and predates the Great Baltimore Fire of 1904. The courtyard sits inside that historic architecture, and the brick steps under the skylight give a small party its historic charm and a ready-made spot for the group photo.
How do I choose among party venues in Baltimore?
Choosing among party venues in Baltimore starts with your headcount and the day of the week, since rates here drop Sunday through Wednesday. Up to 30 guests fits the Courtyard + Greenhouse, up to 75 fits the Botany Bar wing, and 120 takes the full buyout, all at one address. Then compare event venues in Baltimore on the published rate, the rental window, and whether the bar is yours alone. For corporate events with the same character, the gallery wing is one of our unique venues for business meetings.
The courtyard keeps a light on for your date
A birthday, a shower, a toast: tell us which one and when, with a rough count of your people. We'll take it from there.
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