North Carolina has a lot to offer when it comes to weddings, particularly if you’re interested in tying the knot in Charlotte.
Whether you’ve lived in the area your whole life, for a few years, or you’re planning your big day from another part of the country, selecting a wedding venue is an important step in your wedding planning journey!
Charlotte’s size, importance in the banking industry, and diversity make it a vibrant and engaging city that’s pulsing, popular, and downright fun. And because it is so dynamic and diverse, there are several fantastic wedding venues to consider, from gorgeous outdoor options to luxurious hotels that can accommodate large wedding parties.
As far as cost is concerned, weddings in North Carolina typically cost around $23,000, which is about $5,000 less than the national average.
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Read on to learn more about the best wedding venues in Charlotte, North Carolina.Â
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Duke Mansion
400 Hermitage Road
Duke Mansion offers the perfect venue for a classic southern wedding. Located in elegant Myers Park, this historic wedding venue is a gorgeous Colonial Revival home that adds a touch of tradition to any ceremony.
Originally built in 1915 — and inducted into the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 — this gorgeous estate was once owned by James Duke, founder of Duke University.Â
The venue offers several beautiful outdoor ceremony options, including the charming Barnhardt Terrace featuring a white pergola, and the sunlit Nisbet Garden.
Duke Mansion is also a great choice if you’re looking for a little help in the catering department, as you’ll have access to on-site chefs who can prepare scrumptious dishes such as beef carpaccio and bespoke mac n’ cheese for your reception.
There’s even accommodation for up to 20 wedding party members to stay at the mansion overnight.
Price Range: $6,500Â
Capacity: 150 guests.
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Mint Museum
500 South Tryon Street
With its fantastic art collection, including works by contemporary European and American painters, Mint Museum Uptown is a fantastic option for couples interested in a wedding ceremony with contemporary flair.
The Robert Haywood Morrison Atrium features floor-to-ceiling windows, including a stunning multicolored stained-glass window that’ll flood your ceremony with light. And the venue’s Level Five event space with its exposed ceilings and polished concrete floors makes a perfect space if you’re after an urban industrial vibe.
Best Impressions Catering provides the food and beverage service, and they have several pre-set menus to help you get started.Â
Price Range: $1,200 – 3,400.
Capacity: 400 guests.
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The Ballantyne HotelÂ
10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
No list of best places to get married in Charlotte would be complete without mentioning the luxurious Ballantyne Hotel.
Located in the ritzy Ballantyne neighborhood full of exclusive restaurants and boutiques, the venue is perfect for large, multi-day weddings with several out-of-town attendees.
The Ballantyne delivers pure luxury and seamless service, and while it was built in the 1990s, it’s outright overflowing with historic charm, making this a great option if you’re looking for a traditional aesthetic in a modern and well-appointed event venue.
The hotel’s stunning sunlit Atrium, featuring a grand winding staircase and gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows, is a popular beautiful event space, and there are also two traditional ballrooms, the Fairway and the Ballantyne, that can accommodate sit-down dinners and receptions.
The Carolina Terrance is also a wonderful place to host a welcome reception for close friends and family, offering access to the fresh North Carolina air.
Price Range: $1,500 – $2,500Â
Capacity: 500 guests.
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The VanLandingham Estate
2010 The Plaza
The VanLandingham Estate, in the fun and relaxed Plaza Midwood neighborhood, is a beautiful location for a romantic wedding.
The American craftsman-style home was built in 1914 and has tons of outdoor space to work with, featuring great views and amazing stone accents.Â
Inside you’ll find cozy rooms with aged hardwood floors, gorgeous chandeliers, and classic touches like interior stone arches and cozy fireplaces.
The enclosed greenhouse next to the main mansion is a beautiful light-filled option perfect for classy receptions and sit-down dinners.
If you decide to get married at the estate, you’ll essentially have access to the entire mansion, so you’ll have several spaces to choose from for both large and small events, such as welcome receptions and rehearsal dinners.Â
Price Range: Contact the venue for information
Capacity: 350 guests.
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The Terrace at Cedar HillÂ
800 West Hill Street
The views of Charlotte from The Terrace at Cedar Hill will simply take your breath away!
This historic venue is located at the corner of Cedar Street, in a building that used to bake goodies for A&P Grocery Stores. It was also used as a produce storehouse and an auto part warehouse, so if contemporary chic is what you’re after on your wedding day, look no further.
The venue has two spaces available for weddings: a bright, sunlit indoor area with dark hardwood floors and a large terrace where your guests can enjoy views of the city while dancing the night away.
Best Impressions Caterers runs the venue, so you’ll have access to tons of tempting catering options such as fried chicken steam buns and miniature open-faced cheddar biscuits.Â
Price Range: Starting at $7,500.
Capacity: 320 guests.
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The 1932 BarnÂ
3900 Rocky River Road
Are you just dying to have that perfect farmhouse or DIY wedding but kind of want to get hitched close to the city to make things easier for your guests? Well then check out the 1932 Barn!
The venue is part of Hodges Hill Farm, set in over 100 acres of rolling Carolina hill country, yet only 15 minutes from the NoDa arts district with its on-trend restaurants, galleries, and boutiques! Â
The bright red wooden barn features floor-to-ceiling doors which flood the venue with natural light, and for outdoor ceremonies, there’s the lawn that oozes elegance with its shady trees and quaint white wooden benches for your guests.
Price Range: $5250 – $8250.
Capacity: 120 guests.
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Foundation for the Carolinas
220 North TryonÂ
This modern space in the heart of downtown Charlotte features tons of venue options for your ceremony, reception, and anything else you might have in mind!
The venue is within walking distance of several hotels and attractions, so your out-of-town guests will have plenty to do when they’re not busy with wedding events.
Variety is the name of the game when it comes to getting married at the Foundation for the Carolinas, as the venue’s versatility lends itself well to elegant contemporary weddings.Â
You can’t beat exchanging vows in front of the stunning wall of live greenery or throwing a swanky reception in the dramatic modern art gallery with its sky-high ceilings.
But don’t forget to also consider the Solarium with its huge floor-to-ceiling windows that create a seamless indoor-outdoor space!
Price Range: $2,000 – $9,500.
Capacity: 200 guests.
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Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 South New Hope Road
The Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is an oasis of natural beauty about a 40-minute drive from the heart of Charlotte.
There is space for your nuptials inside the grand historic building as well as tons of intimate small garden spaces through the grounds, but be aware that the months between April and October tend to be the busiest months at this venue — it’s when the flowers are in full and spectacular bloom!
The venue has several packages to seriously simplify your wedding planning. There’s a special micro-wedding package where up to 30 of your closest loved ones can watch you get hitched in an intimate garden in front of a white wooden pergola.
There’s also space for an elegant sit-down reception in the octagonal Great Hall with enormous windows that flood the area with sunlight.
If this isn’t quite your vision, then how about getting married surrounded by orchids in the garden’s popular Orchid Conservatory and Terrace?
Price Range: $950 – $2,500.
Capacity: 500 guests.
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Queens University of Charlotte
1900 Selwyn Avenue
The Queens University of Charlotte is a private co-educational institution founded in 1857.
Located in the exclusive Myers Park area, this stunning Greek Revival 95-acre campus is dripping with tradition and southern charm.Â
Belk Chapel is the star of the show when it comes to ceremonies here. Its simple lines lend solemnity to the space, with seating for up to 500 guests available.
If you’re interested in hosting a cocktail party for your reception, you can have up to 100 guests in one of the McInnes Parlors, all of which feature room for guests to mingle inside as well as outside on the paved brick terrace.Â
Price Range: $600 – $3,500.
Capacity: 500 guests.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte
 201 E Trade St
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is a wonderful option if you’re looking for an extremely classic venue full of luxurious touches.
From the hors d’oeuvre plates to the downy-soft comforters tucked away in the hotel’s very well-appointed rooms, opulence awaits you at every turn.
Centrally located in the heart of the city’s central business district, it should jump to the top of the must-visit list for any couple planning to throw a wedding with lots of people coming from far away.Â
Ritz-Carlton’s multiple venues make it easy to create bespoke events of just about any size:
The Urban Garden has three different venues under an extraordinary glass roof that allows you to see straight up into the night sky, and the ballroom has lovely 18-foot ceilings and plenty of room for large receptions.
The hotel has an event manager who can help you arrange discounted rooms and special treats for any guests who stay at the Ritz.
Price Range: $6000 – $8500.
Capacity: 450 guests.
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Alexander HomesteadÂ
4717 Shamrock Drive
Alexander Homestead is a stunning early 20th-century architectural masterpiece located in historic East Charlotte.
Dating from 1903, the home is listed on the National Historic Register of Places and is now a fully renovated B&B with space for weddings and receptions; the dramatic Dairy Barn with enormous doors that open out onto stunning views of the garden, for example!
Bridal parties are welcome to stay at the homestead as part of one of the venue’s all-inclusive packages, all of which provide catering and offer several menu choices and packages to choose from. There’s even an unlimited bar option that’s sure to get the party started!Â
The venue is about 20 minutes away from downtown, but there’s free parking right on site for everyone’s convenience.
Price Range: $13,000 – $20,000.
Capacity: 215 guests.
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Affordable Options
Mint MuseumÂ
500 South Tryon Street
Mint Museum Uptown is a contemporary venue conveniently located in a thoroughly modern building close to the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art and the Harvey Gantt Center for African-American Arts and Culture.
Mint Museum Uptown has a stunning collection of paintings by European and American artists in a light-filled building featuring tons of open spaces and floor-to-ceiling windows. And thanks to its close location to hotels such as the Charlotte Marriott City Center, your guests will be able to stay within walking distance of the venue.Â
The vibrant stained-glass window in the Robert Haywood Morrison Atrium floods the room with light and bright yellow and blue shadows — it also has 60-foot tall windows with a view of the Levine Center for the Arts.
The Sally and Bill Allen Terrace and Carroll Entryway provide a sheltered space for an outdoor ceremony and cocktail reception, and couples can take advantage of Best Impressions Caterers’ tasty and affordable menu options.Â
Price Range: $1,200 – 3,400.
Capacity: 400 guests.
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Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 South New Hope Road
The Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is a popular choice for affordable outdoor events, but don’t be fooled by the reasonable price, this elegant spot is one of the most desired locations in Charlotte!
If you snag one of the venue’s coveted spring or summer wedding spots, you won’t have to spend a cent on flowers as the garden will be in full bloom!
The venue offers several packages to make planning super simple, the most affordable being the micro-wedding combination. Pick a spot pretty much anywhere on the grounds, indoor gardens included, and it can be yours during the week for an intimate ceremony for 30 people.
Parking for all guests is included in the cost.
Price Range: $950 – $2,500.
Capacity: 500 guests.
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McGill Rose Garden
940 North Davidson Street
The McGill Rose Garden is a 2-acre public park that’s one of the top wedding locations in Charlotte for gorgeous, romantic weddings.
This unique venue featuring paths, hidden garden nooks, and more than 500 rose bushes is just footsteps away from the NoDo art scene — providing a sense of vibrant, eclectic energy that flows into utter calm once you enter the rose garden.Â
Tying the knot in front of the garden’s vintage boxcar fronted by green hedges is an extremely popular choice. Add a few garlands to the boxcar to create a pretty, dramatic effect, and opt for one of the venue’s lighting packages to create a magical, romantic nighttime wedding.
The site’s wedding packages all include venue rental, chairs, tables, and access to a reception area with a dance floor. Don’t worry, it’s protected from the rain!
Price Range: Starting at $2,500.
Capacity: 100 guests.
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Queens University of CharlotteÂ
1900 Selwyn Avenue
Queens University of Charlotte’s stunning 95-acre Greek Revival campus offers several options for traditional events, all at great prices.
The university’s gorgeous campus features red-brick buildings, fountains, and vast open spaces, making this a wonderful setting to get hitched. Plus, it’s located less than 10 minutes from uptown, so your guests can get there in minutes.
Couples looking for a traditional ceremony can’t go wrong with Belk Chapel. With gorgeous Greek Revival interior touches, the chapel has room for up to 500 seated guests.
McInnes Parlors in Historic Queens Hall has space for up to 100 people to enjoy a bespoke indoor-outdoor reception with access to Hall Brown Terrace.
If you graduated from the university, you’re in luck! Alumni qualify for drastically reduced venue rental rates!
Price Range: $600 – $3,500.
Capacity: 500 guests.
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Hilton Charlotte University Plaza
8629 J M Keynes Drive
The Hilton Charlotte University Plaza is a hotel and event space with six sites available for affordable traditional wedding receptions.
The hotel is located just outside of the University of North Carolina’s Greensboro campus, so your guests can enjoy the nearby UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens or a stroll through the university’s campus to get a breath of fresh air.Â
The high-rise hotel features windows covered with colorful awnings and overlooks a stylized water feature surrounded by lamps and a border of grass.
Lakeside Dock, with a herringbone brick terrace on the water’s edge, is an extremely popular ceremony location. And after you get hitched, you and your guests can enjoy a rocking reception in one of the ballrooms.
Venue rental includes catering and centerpieces.Â
Price Range: Starting at $2,500.
Capacity:500 guests.
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Foundation for the CarolinasÂ
220 North TryonÂ
Modern and super sleek, this light-filled space in the heart of downtown Charlotte has a variety of places ideal for contemporary weddings with traditional touches.
It’s located in the heart of uptown, so guests visiting from out of town who stay close to the wedding venue will have tons of restaurants and attractions to enjoy, including the Levine Museum of the New South, which is just minutes away.Â
The Solarium’s dramatic picture windows fill the space with a bright light that shimmers off the room’s hardwood floors, complimenting the space’s fun contemporary light fixtures. And if you’re a serious art lover, you can host a reception amid modern masterworks in the Sonja and Isaac Luski Art Gallery!
Another fun option is to exchange vows in front of the museum’s living wall featuring lush greenery. Â
Price Range: $2,000 – $9,500.
Capacity: 200 guests.
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Big Chill
911 E Morehead St #100Â
Big Chill offers a unique, laid-back, and affordable wedding venue in the heart of uptown Charlotte.
Greats such as The Tommy Dorsey Band and John Legend have played in what was formerly a jazz and blues supper club, so it’s a great venue for a themed wedding due to its slightly alternative vibe.
Fun, flirty, and original ceremonies and receptions will be right at home in this space featuring polished hardwood floors and orange walls.
Dress the space in billowy fabric for a romantic wedding vibe or opt for something entirely different, like a big band-themed event; the built-in marble bars surrounding the dancefloor certainly create a festive atmosphere.Â
The venue offers packages that include catering options and bar service.
Price Range: Starting at $1,500.
Capacity: 300 guests.
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NoDa Wedding ChapelÂ
420 E 15th St
The NoDa Wedding Chapel, located near the heart of the Mill District, is a simple chapel perfect for an inclusive alternative ceremony.
Housed in a progressive church, you don’t have to be religious or affiliated with the church to get married at this venue.
The historic red-brick building featuring charming wooden accents is a great option for a deeply meaningful and personal ceremony.Â
The chapel’s white plaster walls and windows, featuring gold accents, lend the venue a sense of quiet elegance highlighted by the sparkling gold-leaf lighting hanging delicately from the ceiling.
The church also has a reception room and limited outdoor space. There are getting-ready rooms for the bridal party, and the church takes care of the lighting and sound. Â
Note that you’re not going to get catering and wedding coordinators here, so be prepared to do a fair bit of wedding planning on your own.Â
Price Range: Starting at $2,000.
Capacity: 150 guests.
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Banquet OneÂ
10616 Metromont Parkway
Banquet One is a fun and extremely affordable wedding venue in North Carolina located 15 minutes from uptown Charlotte. It’s close to I-77 and I-485, and there are several hotels nearby for guests who need accommodation.
Perfect for a DIY or funky alternative wedding, the site has two connected rooms, a larger 1800 square foot option ideal for sit-down meals, and a smaller location often used as a dance floor.Â
Dance the night away on the venue’s wall-to-wall hardwood floors in a room featuring gorgeous crystal light fixtures and charming marble countertop details. Add a few colorful fabric touches, and the space becomes transformed into a fairytale dancefloor!
The venue throws in tables, chairs, and a sound system with the rental fee and ensures that everything will be set up and ready to go when you arrive.Â
Price Range: $600 – $1,599.
Capacity: 120 guests.
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The 1932 BarnÂ
The 1932 Barn3900 Rocky River Road
The 1932 Barn is a wonderful place to throw a unique farmhouse wedding. It’s the central attraction of Hodges Hill Farm, with acres of land to explore. Plus, if any of your guests are art lovers, they’re in luck — Charlotte’s fabulous NoDa arts district is just a short distance away.Â
The space is rustic chic, with unfinished wood adorning the sides of the renovated Dairy Barn, a truly beautiful place to host your reception.Â
The 1932 Barn offers all-inclusive wedding packages with transparent pricing available for you to peruse on the website.
The venue fee includes access to the barnyard, main yard, annex, and dressing rooms for the bride and groom.
You can purchase additional services, such as a lawn game set up for completely reasonable prices.
But if you’re in the mood to splurge, the site has a few premium-upgrade packages that include super-special plates, silverware, and decorations.Â
Price Range: $5250 – $8250.
Capacity: 120 guests.
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Best Outdoor Venues
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 South New Hope Road
The Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden offers an ultra-elegant setting for an outdoor wedding.
Located just under 20 miles from Charlotte’s downtown business district, the landscaped garden is full of fountains and Instagram-worthy trails.
You can choose from several options for your outdoor ceremony, including the White Garden which features a gorgeous combination of delicate white and silver foliage during the spring and summer months. Be sure to sign up early if you’re interested in snagging a date between April and October when the garden is in its full glory!
The Crepe Myrtle Grove offers space for large outdoor events, with space for a tent and up to 500 guests.Â
But, if you’re interested in a small elegant ceremony for less than 30 people, the garden has micro-wedding packages that allow a ton of flexibility when it comes to choosing a location.
Price Range: $950 – $2,500.
Capacity: 500 guests.
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Alexander HomesteadÂ
4717 Shamrock Drive
Less than a 20-minute drive from downtown Charlotte lies Alexander Homestead, a historic building that dates back to 1903.
Enclosed by massive oak trees and featuring an impressive lawn space for musicians, the beautifully renovated B&B has gardens that make for the perfect outdoor wedding spot in North Carolina.
A red brick pathway leads to a white gazebo; a popular place for couples to exchange vows, while the renovated Dairy Barn features an outdoor terrace space for receptions.
Notably, the barn doors open fully to create a seamless indoor-outdoor space so the party can go on if the weather doesn’t cooperate!
The venue offers all-inclusive packages that take care of everything from flowers to food and your guests can park for free.
Price Range: $13,000 – $20,000.
Capacity: 215 guests.
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The Ballantyne HotelÂ
10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
The Ballantyne Hotel is the real deal when it comes to wedding venues. Although it’s best known as a luxury option able to knock large weddings out of the ballpark, it also has several outdoor locations appropriate for smaller outdoor ceremonies.
When it comes to outdoor wedding spots at the Ballantyne, the South Lawn is the place to go for large events, while the Rose Garden is a perennial favorite for more intimate ceremonies.
The Terrace with quaint flagstones and views that go on for miles is another popular choice or the charming Carolina Terrace with its stellar views of the hotel grounds.Â
Price Range: $1,500 – $2,500.Â
Capacity: 500 guests.
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Foundation for the CarolinasÂ
220 North TryonÂ
Foundation for the Carolinas has become one of the most popular Charlotte wedding sites around, thanks to the variety of venues it offers, including several outdoor options.
As the space is located in Charlotte’s central business district, it’s nice and close to attractions such as the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art and accommodations like the Charlotte Marriott City Center, making it easy for your guests to explore the city.Â
The Kearney Solarium has windows that retract completely to create an outdoor space with stunning views of Charlotte.
The Rogers Sculpture Garden Terrace is another popular location for couples to get hitched. It has a cozy enclosed feel and features a gorgeous wall of living plants.
Price Range: $2,600–$6,200.
Capacity: 200 guests.
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Duke Mansion
400 Hermitage Road
Bursting with historic charm, Duke Mansion in Myers Park is a gorgeous Colonial Revival mansion. Tobacco baron James Duke had the home built in 1915 and lived there until he died in 1925.Â
Set on 4.5 acres of land, Duke Mansion has beautiful gardens and nooks that are perfect for an elegant outdoor wedding.Â
The venue’s Barnhardt Terrace has a white gazebo that’s a popular place for ceremonies, and The Nesbit Garden, with red bricks and a classic water feature, is another wonderful choice.
Up to 20 of your guests can stay at the venue and enjoy the homestead’s luxurious rooms.
Price Range: $6,500.
Capacity: 150 guests.
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Palisades Country ClubÂ
13704 Grand Palisades Parkway
The Palisades Country club is set on 1600 acres of land just over 20 miles from uptown Charlotte and is a wonderful location for a wedding.
The club centers around a New England-style clubhouse and has an 18-hole golf course which is a popular outdoor ceremony option with its leafy outlook and stunning clubhouse views.
The Nick Room is perfect for indoor receptions with its massive windows and ambiance-creating stone fireplace.
The venue offers all-inclusive packages and bespoke catering services and Charlotte Douglas International Airport is just a short drive away, so your guests will be able to get to the venue in a snap!
Price Range: Starting at $3,000.
Capacity: 200 guests.
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Whitehead ManorÂ
901 Sardis Road
Whitehead Manor is a late 19th-century Victorian mansion nestled in an estate featuring stately trees, gardens, and courtyards — it’s an ideal place to throw an elegant modern wedding with traditional touches.
This beautiful venue is about a 20-minute drive from downtown Charlotte, and there’s tons of free parking at the site.Â
The home was built for Dr. R.G. Miller in 1895 and converted to a B&B in the 80s. You’ll have access both to the home and the nearby conference center during your wedding.Â
The Prayer Tree is a tried-and-true favorite for exchanging vows outdoors, featuring a bold tree branch extending over a crushed gravel path.
The mansion’s courtyard has a wraparound white porch set off by precise dark red paving bricks that is just right for an elegant sit-down reception.
The venue provides a list of preferred caterers, but you’re free to work with anyone you’d like.Â
Price Range: Starting at $5,000.
Capacity: 200 guests.
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McGill Rose GardenÂ
940 N Davidson Street
The McGill Rose Garden is a charming 2-acre public park overflowing with roses and located mere minutes away from Charlotte’s vibrant NoDo art district.
Featuring more than 500 rose bushes and dramatic hedges, this tiny hidden oasis of calm is the perfect venue for a small, intimate, romantic wedding. Â
Decorate the tiny garden with lanterns to create a soft ambiance perfect for a nighttime wedding. Or exchange vows with a vintage boxcar draped with greenery in the background. The garden offers a wedding package that includes venue rental, chairs, tables, and access to fun lighting options.
The garden can even take care of day-of coordination and flower arrangements. Access to the covered reception area with a dance floor is also included.Â
Price Range: Starting at $2,500.
Capacity: 100 guests.
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The Brawley EstateÂ
601 Williams Street, Mooresville
While not strictly within the Charlotte city limits, the Brawley Estate is a wonderful option for a rustic farmhouse outdoor wedding.
The property is about an hour away from the city by car, but the drive is worth it for the rolling hills and gorgeous rustic-chic setting close to Lake Norman.
The estate features a gorgeous white Victorian house from 1904 with a wraparound porch set on 20 acres of land featuring shady trees, water features, and walking paths.Â
The estate has five different outdoor spaces appropriate for weddings, including in front of a dramatic oak or a stunning pergola with the house and lawn behind you.
The main house has on-site suites for the bridal party and features beautiful details such as dark hardwood floors and high ceilings.
The venue is spectacularly flexible and can take care of arranging just about everything you’ll need on your wedding day, from parking to catering.Â
Price Range: Starting at $4,700.
Capacity: 250 guests.
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Il Bella GardensÂ
24767 Snickers Lane, Albemarle
Il Bella Gardens is a rustic outdoor wedding venue located in Stanly County, about 40 miles away from Charlotte’s central business district.
Say your vows surrounded by hummingbirds and stately grand trees in a simple outdoor setting. It’s the perfect site for a stripped-down rustic wedding full of personal touches.
The shaded and enclosed lawn is a popular choice for seated outdoor ceremonies, while more adventurous couples can tie the knot on a wooden walkway under a canopy of old-growth trees.
The venue has both indoor and outdoor options for receptions and a quaint cottage just right for small gatherings like rehearsal dinners.
The site even offers help with things such as centerpiece designs and planning. Chairs and table linens are included in the cost. Â
Price Range: Starting at $4,000.
Capacity: 250 guests.
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Separk MansionÂ
209 W 2nd Ave, Gastonia
Separk Mansion is a gorgeous Italian Renaissance home built in 1919 with space for indoor and outdoor weddings and receptions.
Full of charm, this dream venue has a ballroom on the first floor with dramatic columns and hardwood floors, not to mention grand staircases and a limestone veranda.
The estate’s garden, full of azaleas and flowers, is a popular location to exchange vows in the open air. You can get hitched in front of an ancient oak tree or with a dramatic white pergola in the background.
The Ballroom, with its high ceilings and shimmering chandeliers, is a wonderful reception option if you want to bring things indoors after your ceremony.
The venue has an all-inclusive package available, or you can opt to organize the event on your own.Â
Price Range: Starting at $6,000.
Capacity: 250 guests.
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