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  • Indoor Space, an event space at Hilton McLean Tysons Corner

    Hilton McLean Tysons Corner

    7920 Jones Branch Dr, McLean, VA 22102, USA
    • Spaces for 450-1,300 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Hotel

    Weddings at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner are a dream come true at this magnificent location in McLean, Virginia. Each event takes place in this contemporary setting with a touch of luxury. You and your partner will be able to enjoy a customised event with an amazing execution thanks to a team of knowledgeable professionals and a calm environment.. Infrastructure and Capacity Invite over 300 of your closest family and friends to a stunning ballroom that is surrounded by crystal chandeliers and features a sparkling atrium as well as elegant decorations. The Hilton McLean Tysons Corner also has a beautiful garden, which may be used for photoshoots, ceremonies, and private meals. It is possible for them to host any type of event, including civil unions, elopements, interfaith celebrations, and vow renewal ceremonies. Whatever setting you like, you will appreciate the convenience of having on-site lodging for a quick change of clothes or a night's sleep. Services that are provided The Hilton McLean Tyson Corner can accommodate you and your loved ones in a variety of settings, including event rentals such as chairs, china, and linens, as well as on-site dining. Besides that, they provide full event coordinating services, which can include full or partial planning based on your needs. Their team of experienced wedding planners will meet with you in advance to ensure that you will not have to lift a finger on your wedding day itself. Aside from that, this facility offers shuttle service and is entirely wheelchair accessible. Cuisine You can choose from a choice of delectable delicacies for your rehearsal dinner, cocktail hour, or reception thanks to the great cuisine provided by Hilton McLean Tyson Corner. A variety of delectable foods, ranging from appetizers to desserts, will be prepared by their brilliant chefs. In addition, they employ professional bartenders who will serve you and your guests a customized cocktail of your choice from their extensive menu.

  • Example Event Space, an event space at The Westin Tysons Corner

    The Westin Tysons Corner

    7801 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043, USA
    • Spaces for 125 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Hotel

    Make your Falls Church wedding one to remember in one of our elegant and flexible venues. In the newly renovated and naturally lit Cherry Blossom Jr. Ballroom in Tysons Corner, you can host a sophisticated gala. Consider renting out our picturesque outdoor patio space for an intimate, alfresco wedding ceremony and reception. Delicious catering from our hotel's talented chefs will add a special touch to your wedding or family reunion. Our professional wedding planners are on hand to ensure that your special day in Tysons Corner is absolutely perfect. Make your guests feel welcome by highlighting our hotel's convenient location in Tysons Corner near Washington, D.C. E-SHAPE, U-SHAPE, AND T-SHAPE are three different shapes. Suitable for groups of fewer than 40 people, this option is recommended. These are the best for facilitating interaction with a leader who is seated at the head of the set-up hierarchy. The open end of the seating area is usually the best location for audiovisual equipment. THEATER AS AN EXAMPLE OF SETUP Applicable in situations such as large sessions and short lectures where extensive note-taking is not required. Because the chairs can be moved, this is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups before breaking into smaller groups. Example of a RECEPTION Setup There will be beverages and light fare served at this stand-up social function. Foods may be served on small buffet tables or passed around by servers at a reception. It is possible to have a pre-meal function. Example of a Setup HOLLOW SQUARE AND CONFERENCE CENTER Suitable for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions with a group of fewer than 25 participants. The majority of hotels have elegant "boardrooms" that can accommodate 10 to 20 people and are fully equipped with audiovisual equipment, a writing board, a cork board, and a flip chart.

  • Courtyard, an event space at The Alexandrian, Autograph Collection

    The Alexandrian, Autograph Collection

    480 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
    • Spaces for 170 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Hotel

    The Alexandrian, Old Town, Autograph Collection is a versatile Alexandria, Virginia hotel wedding venue. The facility is located in the historic Old Town and offers a choice of indoor and outdoor event areas. The historic settings, excellent decor, and sufficient amenities that this idyllic wedding venue has to offer will captivate your guests. The Alexandrian, Old Town, Autograph Collection has a variety of event venues that are ideal for engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies, and receptions. Their courtyard area is ideal for an outdoor ceremony, with a red-brick facade serving as a beautiful backdrop. On this historic site, couples can exchange vows in front of friends and loved ones, surrounded by beautiful appeal. The Alexandrian, Old Town, Autograph Collection offers a variety of event rooms to fit your style and demands for indoor gatherings. The Old Town Ballroom, with its rich design and thick carpeting, is ideal for a regal event, comfortably seating up to 170 people. On-site get-ready rooms are available for you and your wedding party to get ready in comfort and luxury for your big day. The Alexandrian, Autograph Collection is a wheelchair-accessible venue that also provides parking, valet, and shuttle services. The Alexandrian, Old Town, Autograph Collection's in-house restaurant, King & Rye, provides top-notch catering for your wedding celebration. Couples can choose from a variety of delectable foods prepared in their preferred style to complement their special day. The facility also offers full beverage service, including house and specialty wine, beer, and spirits. The Alexandrian, Autograph Collection is glad to allow couples to include their furry buddy in their wedding day as a pet-friendly venue.

  • The Grand Ballroom, an event space at 1757 Golf Club

    1757 Golf Club

    45120 Waxpool Rd, Sterling, VA 20166, USA
    • Spaces for 13-225 Guests
    • 2 Ballrooms
    • 4 Country Clubs
    • 2 Meeting Spaces

    1757 Golf Club sits on a scenic golf course in Dulles, Virginia, pairing a private championship course with a public driving range and the newly renovated Fifty-Seven Taproom. Open since 2009 and owned and operated by Heritage Golf Group, the club has earned multiple "Best of Loudoun" awards for its staff and amenities. The 16,000-square-foot clubhouse can host up to 225 guests and offers a range of spaces for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, banquets, and corporate events, from the Grand Ballroom and Washington Room to the more intimate Monroe Room and Barton Suite. An outdoor terrace with two patios overlooks the greens, giving couples a scenic backdrop for a ceremony or reception. A dedicated events staff guides planning from the first tour through a personalized event proposal, helping hosts put together everything from a wedding to a golf outing or holiday party.

  • Colonnade Ballroom, an event space at Stonewall Jackson Hotel

    Stonewall Jackson Hotel

    24 S Market St, Staunton, VA 24401, USA
    • Spaces for 100-350 Guests
    • 2 Ballrooms
    • 2 Hotels
    • 1 Historic Space

    Built in 1924 in the heart of downtown Staunton, Virginia, Hotel 24 South is the city's sole historic hotel, known locally as its "Grande Dame." The property's Georgian Revival design, by New York architects H.L. Stevens & Company, still shows through in details like balustraded windows and the original grand two-story lobby, restored in a 2003 renovation that preserved the 1924 architecture while adding modern amenities. For weddings, the hotel offers two ballrooms suited to different scales of celebration. The Colonnade Ballroom, at 2,726 square feet, seats up to 100 guests and sits adjacent to the Magnolia South restaurant with outdoor patio access for cocktail hours. The Shenandoah Ballroom, at roughly 4,500 square feet, seats up to 300 guests and can accommodate both heavy hors d'oeuvres receptions and formal sit-down dinners. Wedding and event packages include tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, and in-house centerpieces, along with on-site catering and event planning support. The hotel also holds 124 guest rooms, an indoor pool, and is within walking distance of downtown Staunton attractions like the American Shakespeare Center and the Staunton Farmers' Market.

  • Audrey Blackford Room, an event space at Barren Ridge Vineyards

    Barren Ridge Vineyards

    984 Barren Ridge Rd, Fishersville, VA 22939, USA
    • Spaces for 130-400 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 3 Total Spaces

    Barren Ridge Vineyards is a fourth-generation family-owned winery in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, set on land that was once the family's apple orchard and childhood farm. Today the estate produces an award-winning portfolio of red, white, and small-batch wines against views of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the east and the Allegheny Mountains to the west. Beyond wine tastings, Barren Ridge Vineyards hosts weddings and private celebrations across several settings. The Wedding Lawn is an open grassy field ringed by grapevines, suited to ceremonies set against mountain sunsets, while the Patio offers vineyard and farm views with easy access to the winery's amenities. Indoors, the Audrey Blackford Room is a ballroom with hardwood floors, a vaulted ceiling, and a stone fireplace, framed by windows overlooking both mountain ranges. Together these spaces accommodate 50 to 130 guests, with additional smaller locations available for gatherings of up to 50. The winery also hosts regular programming for visitors, including Wine Down Wednesdays with live music, Sunshine & Wine Thursdays happy hours, and trivia nights.

  • Outdoor Space, an event space at Shenandoah Lodge

    Shenandoah Lodge

    180 Bald Eagle Dr, Lake Frederick, VA 22630, USA
    • Spaces for 200 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Hotel

    LODGE & ATHLETIC CLUB OF THE SHENANDOAH The Shenandoah Lodge & Athletic Club, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the heart of Northern Virginia's historic and scenic Shenandoah Valley, overlooks the 117-acre Lake Frederick. It is a premier destination for golf, tennis, and other recreational activities. The complex, which comprises the Lodge, Athletic Club, and Shoreline Outfitter, encompasses more than 36,000 square feet of inside space, as well as an expansive lakefront veranda and terrace downstairs. The campus is known as the "Shenandoah Club." Dining reservations and private events can be made at the restaurant, Region's 117, as well as at the Shenandoah Events Center, which is also open to the general public. Residences at Trilogy at Lake Frederick and their guests have access to the remainder of the facility's amenities. Looking for Shenandoah Lodge gift cards? Look no further. Call the Concierge at 540.699.3232 if you have any questions. THE START OF YOUR LOVE STORY IS HERE. You've cracked open the bubbly, the ring is on your finger, and you're enjoying this new and thrilling sensation. Instagram and Pinterest have provided you with a plethora of ideas, and your vision board is beginning to take on a life of its own. Now that you've determined what you want to remember most about your wedding day, it's time to choose the ideal venue and event staff to make the entire experience a success. Your vision board is focused on an event space that has been outfitted with all of the necessary amenities. There is nothing we haven't thought of at Shenandoah Lodge! The Shenandoah Club's lakeside lodge, located in the heart of Northern Virginia's famed and majestic Shenandoah Valley and perched atop a bluff on more than 900 acres of woodland beauty, offers unobstructed views of the 117-acre Lake Frederick in the foreground and the Blue Ridge mountains in the distance. We will assist you in making your dream day a reality, whether it is a large gathering of friends and family or an intimate gathering of close friends and family. It's all right here: a beautiful ceremony setting, a fantastic place for a cocktail reception, and the ultimate reception venue. Think about the two of you heading into your wedding reception, surrounded by family and friends, as you prepare to hit the dance floor together. Our culinary experts will create and execute your menu to perfection, and our personnel will personally attend to every element of your event, allowing you the freedom and peace of mind to genuinely enjoy it.

  • Waverly Ballroom, an event space at Dominion Valley Country Club

    Dominion Valley Country Club

    15200 Arnold Palmer Dr, Haymarket, VA 20169, USA
    • Spaces for 200 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Event Space

    Set within a private gated community in Haymarket, Virginia, Dominion Valley Country Club features a signature Arnold Palmer course and a stately Georgian-style clubhouse. The property’s elegant ballroom, outdoor terrace, and manicured greens make it ideal for weddings and upscale events. Guests enjoy personalized service and a picturesque backdrop framed by the Blue Ridge Mountains.

  • The Ballroom, an event space at Rixey Manor

    Rixey Manor

    9155 Pleasant Hill Dr, Rixeyville, VA 22737, USA
    • Spaces for 100-250 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 3 Total Spaces

    Rixey Manor is a 225-year-old historic estate set on 30 private acres in Rixeyville, Virginia, in the Blue Ridge foothills of Culpeper County. The property hosts one wedding per weekend, giving couples exclusive use of the grounds for a full estate weekend that includes two nights of overnight lodging for up to 14 guests. The estate's spaces span both outdoor and indoor settings. The Lake View Ceremony site sends guests down 225-year-old carriage steps toward Rixey Lake, with the Blue Ridge Mountains rising behind the seating. The Terrace, a clear-span tent framed by mountain views, carries cocktail hour and dancing into the evening under string lights, while The Ballroom offers a climate-controlled indoor reception space lit by twenty crystal chandeliers and framed by French doors on three sides. Rixey Manor's included packages are built around flexibility: couples may bring any vendors they choose, pour their own alcohol with no corkage fees, and draw on a "borrow shed" of décor items, all supported by a day-of coordinator and licensed in-house bartending team. The venue's weddings have been featured by CNN, People, TODAY, HuffPost, Refinery29, Washingtonian, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Style Me Pretty.

  • Featured photo from Stone Tower Winery

    Stone Tower Winery

    19925 Hogback Mountain Rd, Leesburg, VA 20175, USA
    • Spaces for 35-250 Guests
    • 2 Ballrooms
    • 1 Bar
    • 9 Total Spaces

    Stone Tower Winery can be described as a rustic and elegant venue that is sure to leave a lasting impression to all guests. Although small events are absolutely allowed at this venue, wedding are ideal with a capacity of 300+ guests! This does not take outdoor seating into consideration; so you surely will be able to fit more guests. Stone Tower Winery also has many individual rooms that are perfect for specific events, depending on the details of your event. These rooms have capacities ranging from 35 guests – 250 guests, giving you much flexibility and leeway when planning a visit! The Vineyard View Ballroom is exquisitely decorated with one-of-a-kind chandeliers and stone accents, and it boasts a full curved wall of windows that overlooks our vineyards, rolling hills, and the Bull Run Mountains. Our lowercourtyard, which has outdoor seating areas and a fire pit, can be accessed through glass doors. The ballroom can easily accommodate 250 guests for a seated dinner and can also be configured to create a pleasant space for smaller, more intimate events with fewer guests. Stone Tower Winery provides a one-of-a-kind setting for a memorable wedding. Beginning your life together on a piece of land that was created out of a love for the rolling hills will provide the ideal balance of rustic charm and sophisticated elegance. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering for a few close friends and family members or a lavish affair for hundreds of guests, our experienced staff can customize your wedding celebration to your preferences and personality, resulting in a breathtaking event that is a true reflection of your love.

  • Sample of Event Space, an event space at Blue Hill Farm B&B

    Blue Hill Farm B&B

    15957 Clarkes Gap Rd, Waterford, VA 20197, USA
    • Spaces for 250 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Hotel

    Blue Hill Farm is a full-service Loudoun County Bed & Breakfast and wedding venue located just outside of Waterford, a national historic hamlet. We are high on a hill with a 360-degree view of rolling hills and pastoral landscapes with the Blue Ridge Mountains in the background. Our custom farmhouse was designed and built to complement the stunning vistas while also appearing to have been here for a century. We're located 50 miles west of Washington, DC, in the center of Virginia's Wine Country, with 55 wineries and 35 breweries within a 25-mile radius. We're just about 20 miles from Dulles Airport, but it feels like a world apart from the hustle and bustle of Washington, D.C., and suburban Northern Virginia. Come see us to see how we can help you plan the wedding of your dreams. Single-day events to four-day, three-night rural weekend extravaganzas are all part of our adaptable approach. All weddings come with access to numerous settings on our twelve-acre property, which boasts multi-million dollar views in every direction. We have a contemporary farmhouse, a lovely carriage house with a wide flagstone patio, a pool area for dancing and drinking beneath the stars, a popular fire pit plateau, and a fantastic rustic barn. A gourmet kitchen, screened and open porches, one king and three queen guest rooms with elegant en-suite baths, and laundry facilities are all available. Blue Hill Farm seeks to provide discriminating couples with basic to classically exquisite weddings in a naturally beautiful countryside setting. We collaborate closely with you to help you create your ideal wedding, but more importantly, to make it a reality. That's one of the most enjoyable aspects of working in your dream company. Our couples benefit from the services and support of dozens of the greatest vendors in every category. To customize every event, we offer a large range of unique, custom constructed, vintage, rustic, and shabby chic furniture and wedding decorations. We also provide a large selection of specialized equipment, ranging from sporty golf carts to lighting, audio and video systems, and fire pits for fantastic bonfires. If you're ready to start building your dream home, give us a call and we'll set up a meeting so we can get started.

  • The Valhalla Room, an event space at The Westlake

    The Westlake

    360 Chestnut Creek Dr, Hardy, VA 24101, USA
    • Spaces for 15-100 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 3 Country Clubs
    • 2 Meeting Spaces

    Copper Cove Golf Club sits along Smith Mountain Lake in Hardy, Virginia, where the golf course's back nine winds past several of the lake's quiet coves and inlets. Designed in 1989 by Virginia course architect Russell Breeden, the layout mixes downhill tee shots and double doglegs across its 6,511 yards. Beyond the course, the clubhouse hosts weddings, parties, meetings, and other private gatherings, with three rooms sized for different groups: the Brookline Room for small meetings and gatherings of up to 15, the sunroom-style Kiawah Room for luncheons and cocktail gatherings of up to 45, and the full-size Valhalla Room, a ballroom for weddings and larger parties of up to 100 guests. The Clubhouse itself also opens as a reception or pub-style gathering space. Room rentals include setup and cleanup within a standard event window, and Copper Cove Golf Club provides linens and staffed bar service for private events on-site.

  • Braddock Ballroom, an event space at Chantilly National Golf & Country Club

    Chantilly National Golf & Country Club

    14901 Braddock Rd, Centreville, VA 20120, USA
    • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Event Space

    Located in the rolling hills of Centreville, Chantilly National Golf & Country Club combines traditional charm with contemporary amenities. The championship course and elegant clubhouse provide a serene escape just outside Washington, D.C. From intimate weddings to corporate receptions, the property’s manicured grounds and welcoming staff create a setting of timeless elegance.

  • Featured photo from Embassy Suites Springfield

    Embassy Suites Springfield

    8100 Loisdale Rd, Springfield, VA 22150, USA
    • Spaces for 10-300 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 4 Hotels
    • 3 Meeting Spaces

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Springfield is a LEED-certified, all-suite hotel in Springfield, Virginia's business district, within three miles of Fort Belvoir, the Department of Defense, TSA, and Microsoft. The Franconia-Springfield Metro Station is less than 10 minutes away and connects directly to downtown D.C., putting the hotel roughly 16 miles south of the U.S. Capitol and the city's monuments and museums. The hotel offers more than 7,500 square feet of event space across five meeting rooms, including the 4,000-square-foot Hunter Ballroom, which can be divided into three smaller salons for more intimate gatherings, weddings, and meetings. Every stay includes a cooked-to-order breakfast and a complimentary evening reception, and guests can dine on-site at Crossroads Bar & Grill, which serves contemporary American lunch and dinner menus with room service available. The hotel also features an indoor pool and a fitness center. For group travel, Embassy Suites Springfield allows organizers to instantly reserve blocks of 10 to 25 rooms online, with an on-site events team available to help coordinate meetings, weddings, and celebrations.

  • Grand Ballroom, an event space at Altria Theater

    Altria Theater

    6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
    • Spaces for 600-3,600 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 3 Total Spaces

    Opened in 1927 as the Mosque Theater, Altria Theater is one of Richmond's most recognizable buildings, designed by architects Marcellus Wright, Sr., Charles M. Robinson, and Charles Custer Robinson in an Egyptian Revival style with towering minarets and desert murals. Built under the Shriners and later purchased by the City of Richmond in 1940, the theater underwent a major renovation in 1994-95 that restored its original architectural grandeur. Today the theater seats up to 3,600 guests for concerts, Broadway productions, and other live entertainment, and its private event spaces have hosted weddings, galas, trade shows, and corporate functions. The Grand Ballroom, decorated with the sweeping columns and ornamental detail original to the building, accommodates up to 800 guests seated or 1,400 standing. Monroe Park, an outdoor space overlooking the theater's facade, holds up to 600 guests seated or 1,000 standing, and multiple lobbies, lounges, and parlors throughout the building offer additional gathering space for smaller functions such as holiday parties, baby showers, and family reunions.

  • Grand Ballroom, an event space at Robert E. Lee Hotel

    Robert E. Lee Hotel

    30 S Main St, Lexington, VA 24450, USA
    • Spaces for 50-467 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 2 Total Spaces

    The hotel occupies a six-story building constructed in 1926 in downtown Lexington, Virginia, and restored into a 39-room boutique property. It is described as the only example of 1920s art-deco architecture in downtown Lexington, and at six stories, it is also the tallest building in the downtown area. For weddings, banquets, and receptions, the Grand Ballroom offers 4,200 square feet of event space, accommodating up to 350 seated guests or 467 standing guests. Smaller wedding receptions and gatherings can also be hosted in the Juniper Lounge, the hotel's on-site restaurant and bar, whose veranda accommodates up to 50 guests. Events at the hotel include plated or buffet catering with a customizable menu, event parking, complimentary WiFi, and computer hookups, along with staff who help coordinate details from planning through event day. As the largest hotel in downtown Lexington, it can also arrange special group rates on room blocks across its 39 guest rooms for wedding parties and their guests.

  • Grand Ballroom, an event space at Gala Cuisine at Foxchase Manor

    Gala Cuisine at Foxchase Manor

    8310 Chatsworth Dr, Manassas, VA 20109, USA
    • Spaces for 250-500 Guests
    • 2 Ballrooms
    • 2 Historic Spaces
    • 2 Mansions

    We are Northern Virginia's most prestigious catering company. Gala Cuisine believes that catering is more than just putting food on a plate; it is about developing a relationship with you, learning about your personal style, and providing a complete experience for you and your guests. Our highly trained chefs are experts in a wide range of cuisines and can create delectable menus for any occasion, from a sophisticated formal plated dinner to an elegant buffet and everything between. Having formed strategic alliances with stunning event venues, we have a distinct advantage in our industry in locating the ideal location for your special occasion. You will find the ideal venue for your event in our portfolio of venues, which will suit your style and the size of your event. Every aspect of our planning services is designed to make your special day one that will be remembered fondly by your guests for a long time. We personally supervise every aspect of the event, down to the proper seating arrangements and the timeline's accuracy. Gala Cuisine never loses sight of the fact that you are celebrating one of the most important days of your life with us. Signature Events in a Spectacular Manor House Foxchase Manor provides the ideal setting for weddings, upscale meetings, and other special events of all kinds. Experience the splendor of a grand Jeffersonian Mansion, complete with impressive architecture, elegantly appointed ballrooms, and chandeliers made of crystal. Consider the possibility of a traditional manor house that can accommodate all of your guests in a single space. Indoor capacity is unparalleled, and the manor also includes a functional catering kitchen and plenty of parking. It is also fully air conditioned. A wooded setting less than 30 minutes from Washington, D.C., Foxchase Manor is a luxurious retreat.

  • Featured photo from River Farm

    River Farm

    7931 E Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, VA 22308, USA
    • Spaces for 25-500 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 3 Outdoor Spaces
    • 6 Total Spaces

    River Farm occupies 25 acres of Potomac riverfront property in Alexandria, Virginia, once part of George Washington's farmland and now the headquarters of the American Horticultural Society. The grounds pair an 18th-century Manor House with formal gardens, a brick-pathed pergola walk, and open lawns running down to the river, giving couples a choice of indoor and outdoor settings for a ceremony or reception. The property offers several distinct spaces for events. The Garden Walk, with its trellis pergola and seasonal plantings, is the most popular ceremony location. The Ballroom, inside the Manor House, features a hardwood floor, a crystal chandelier, and local artwork, while the adjoining Parlor offers a smaller, more intimate room with a baby grand piano. A climate-controlled tent over the Slated Patio, with adjustable Palladian window walls, extends the property's capacity for larger receptions. River Farm gives couples the flexibility to choose their own caterers and vendors, and the grounds include a private bridal suite, on-site parking, and Wi-Fi throughout. The venue is wheelchair accessible and pet-friendly, and rental fees support the American Horticultural Society's ongoing conservation and education work.

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    Spencer Penn Centre

    475 Spencer Penn Rd, Spencer, VA 24165, USA
    • Spaces for 20-350 Guests
    • 2 Ballrooms
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 6 Total Spaces

    The Spencer-Penn Centre is a renovated community facility in Spencer, Virginia, serving as a gathering place for the local area and standing as a tribute to the volunteer spirit that restored it. Housed in a former school building with wings dating to 1927, 1948, and 1961, the Centre pairs its history with updated event spaces. Two large rooms anchor the venue for weddings, receptions, and other large gatherings. The Lester Banquet Hall, set in the original 1927 wing, keeps its plaster walls, hardwood floors, and painted wood ceiling alongside a stage with professional sound and lighting, and opens onto the Shackelford Courtyard, a garden space with roses and hydrangeas suited to outdoor ceremonies. Alumni Hall, added in 1964, offers a stage, an entry courtyard, and a kitchenette, and hosts everything from weddings and reunions to the Centre's monthly Music Night. Smaller rooms, including individual classrooms and the George Burton Conference Room, accommodate meetings, classes, showers, and family celebrations, while the Virginia Rodgers Kitchen, a Health Department-certified commercial kitchen, is available to caterers and food entrepreneurs. All rental spaces are handicapped accessible, include Wi-Fi and sound if requested, and are lit by large windows throughout.

  • Featured photo from Mountain Lake Lodge

    Mountain Lake Lodge

    115 Hotel Cir, Pembroke, VA 24136, USA
    • Spaces for 40-500 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 3 Outdoor Spaces
    • 8 Total Spaces

    Mountain Lake Lodge sits within a 2,600-acre nature preserve in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Pembroke, Virginia, home to Mountain Lake — a rare natural lake known for underground waterways that periodically drain and refill it. The property gained wider recognition as a filming location for "Dirty Dancing," including the film's well-known lift scene, and carries that legacy into a Southern-hospitality ethos it describes as inviting guests to "come as friends, leave as family." Lodging ranges from the Main Stone Lodge and the pet-friendly Chestnut Lodge to individual cabins and homes scattered across the property, giving wedding and event guests a range of accommodations for a multi-day stay. For events, the lodge offers indoor spaces such as the stone-walled Grand Ballroom and the timber-beamed Mary's Barn, along with outdoor options including the Gazebo, Gazebo Lawn, and the mountaintop Overlook at Historic Clubhouse. Beyond the event spaces, the grounds offer 22 miles of trails and outdoor activities such as hiking, sledding, and ice skating, giving couples and planners a built-in setting for weekend-long celebrations.