Top South Carolina Engagement Party Venues

As one of the highest venues in downtown Charleston, the 6th floor of the Charleston Tech Center is perfect for your next event. This brand-new facility features an outdoor covered terrace and a spacious indoor boardroom, both showcasing stunning views of the Ravenel Bridge, the harbor, and downtown Charleston. Equipped with high- speed WiFi, A/V systems, and a breakout prep kitchen for catering, the spaces can accommodate up to 100 guests. Our dedicated team is here to assist you in planning any type of event. Inquire today and ask about our discounts for non-profit and charitable organizations! Email Gabriela Griffin-Leon gabby@charlestontechcenter.org for inquires!

• Spaces for 20-50 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Hotel
• 1 space at this venue

The Penthouse features floor-to-ceiling windows with a bar, lounge and dining area, and expansive 500 sq. ft. private balcony with panoramic views of the downtown skyline and iconic Charleston landmarks. This versatile space is the ideal spot for hosting a variety of events from a micro-wedding or elopement to a bridal shower, farewell brunch, wedding ready room, hospitality suite, welcome reception or after party. Size: 1,500 square feet- Interior: 1,000 square feet/ Balcony: 500 square feet

Flexible Lowcountry Entertaining in the Heart of Charleston The Shed Downtown is a venue unlike any other. Uniquely situated in The Howard R. Chapman Bus Shed and the newly renovated Charleston Visitor Center “The Shed Downtown,” is the perfect venue for a variety of events in the heart of Historic Charleston. From small parties to large open air festivals our venue offers unmatched versatility with a historic flare. Ideal for events from 500 guests up to 1500 guests Includes use of the facility for a four hour evening event, onsite venue manager and security Convenient parking structures available nearby (regular rates apply) Venue load-in begins at 5pm Amenities Unbeatable venue location and size 19,000 square feet of space with ability to add additional areas Choice of one or both breezeways Newly renovated restroom facilities Elevated walkways Bluestone sidewalks Day-of event staging begins at 9:30am (John Street Parking Lot) Event gates around the facility Fenetex retractable screens Flexible event layout Wi-Fi, onsite ATM, onsite power connections Onsite catering hookups in John Street Parking Lot.

• Spaces for 30-50 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Located on the intercoastal waterway in Charleston, SC with unmatched sunset views; St Johns Yacht Club’s Pool House is the perfect venue for celebrations and corporate gatherings. Whether you are interested in just drinks and socializing or eating and mingling our patio is the ideal location for your private events! St Johns Yacht Club’s Pool House + 2nd Floor Pool Deck includes an enterior deck, kitchen, private entrance and funished open floor plan.

• Spaces for 60-85 Guests

The sound of laughter and the scent of spices fill the room as strangers become friends—senses awaken the moment you step inside. An elite bar program featuring fresh juices, hand-squeezed to order for each and every cocktail alongside one of the most creative wine selections in the Lowcountry. Distressed wood and warm colors provide the backdrop for an unforgettable dining experience. Our menu highlights locally sourced, premium ingredients prepared by some of the the area’s leading culinary professionals. Gather around at Community Table, a favorite eatery among Charleston locals.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Country Club

Snee Farm Country Club is situated on the picturesque, 200-year-old Snee Farm Plantation in the center of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. Are you planning a Lowcountry wedding? Snee Farm Country Club is one of Charleston's best-kept secrets, and it's a great place for locals to get married. Snee Farm is a freshly refurbished clubhouse with spectacular golf course vistas and breathtaking sunsets, nestled in the heart of Mount Pleasant, about 12 minutes from downtown and 5 minutes from Isle of Palms. Any size event – from 30 to 300 people – may be accommodated in the 4,000 square foot ballroom (with free parking). Tables, chiavari chairs, white linens, glassware, flatware, and china are all included in the rental charge. Coordination on the day of the event is offered for an extra cost. There is also a grass for ceremonies. Within one minute of the location, guests can choose from over 15 surrounding hotels. Your special day should be stress-free and just how you imagined it! You'll have exclusive access to skilled event planners and an award-winning chef at our location. Allow one of our knowledgeable planners to assist you with food, venue set-up, and all other wedding-day preparations. Private parties and corporate events can be held at the Snee Farm clubhouse. Relish Distinctive Catering caters all of the events. Off-site catering services are also offered for weddings, showers, and corporate gatherings. Relish Distinctive Catering, our sibling company, manages all of the events.

Ideal for meetings, bridal/baby showers, receptions, club gatherings, classes, parties & more

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The Historic Rice Mill, where you can find Michael’s on the Alley, is Charleston's most stunning waterfront location, with a variety of indoor and outdoor venues and breathtaking sunset views. The Historic Rice Mill, which has exposed brick, broad plank wood floors, enormous double windows, and pressed tin ceilings, offers a ground level event area that is perfectly fitted for a variety of events. The elegant mahogany and marble bar is ideal for entertaining, while the neighboring bar area is ideal for live music and dancing. Michael’s on the Alley is tucked away on Hutson Alley in downtown Charleston, just off of bustling King Street. It's an elegant, modern steakhouse dedicated to using the freshest seasonal foods possible. You'll find a huge dining area with leather seats and linen tablecloths as soon as you go through the restaurant door, which is hidden behind an ivy-covered wall. In this sophisticated yet casual space, the mix of old-school New York steakhouse elegance and modern Charleston charm emphasizes comfort. Chef Aaron Lemieux is the driving factor behind Holy City Hospitality's idea. He's worked with HCH since 2007 and has created a cuisine that would satisfy even the most voracious meat eater. Whitney Standish, the general manager in charge of the dining room, has prioritized high-quality service and an exceptional dining experience. Michael's specializes in premium cuts of beef, pig, and lamb, as well as locally produced products, to give a unique dining experience. Upstairs at Michael's on the Alley attempts to provide great service, according to guests.

• Spaces for 500 Guests

We are an organic and artisanal brewery and Neapolitan-style/wood-fired pizza kitchen that has recently celebrated our 10-Year Anniversary. We offer a casual and welcoming atmosphere with indoor and outdoor games for of all ages. We are located along the banks of the Ashley river providing stunning views that even locals are still amazed by - conveniently located 10 min. from downtown Charleston, centrally located in the Tri-county area with ample parking for groups of any size. All are welcome!

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Regatta Inn is an upscale boutique hotel, and as such, we treat each guest reservation as something important and unique. The Regatta Inn on Folly Beach is the ideal location for hosting a variety of events, including weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, corporate meetings and retreats, bachelor and bachelorette parties, fundraisers, and more. The venue features a waterfront setting and an exquisitely scenic backdrop. The Regatta Inn, which is located in a beautiful setting along the Folly River, has a number of event rooms available for rent, each of which can hold up to 300 guests. In addition, guests of special events are welcome to stay on site in our luxurious guest accommodations if they choose to do so. This one-of-a-kind venue is located on the water in Folly Beach, South Carolina, and is the perfect place to celebrate any special occasion. Throw a party in Charleston with jaw-dropping views of the water that your guests will never forget.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The Famous Jack Axe Entertainment. 5k square feet of drinks, food, music, dancing and world class entertainment. We offer axe throwing, 600 sq foot LED interactive game floor (Floor is Lava), Golf Simulator with 20 x 10 foot screen, also great for showing your pictures and videos. Or lights and lasers can create a great dance floor and environment. Or during the day can be a straight great event space. Our bar has a great selection of over 65 kinds of beer. Great for parties, corporate events, team building.

• Spaces for 299 Guests
• 1 Event Space

No matter the occasion, Deco Charleston features a unique event space that embodies both energy and sophistication. Whether it’s intimate cocktail mixer with friends, or a corporate reception for hundreds, Deco's luxurious setting is ideal for your next event. Our full-service team is available to ensure all details are attended to, including signature cocktails, decor, lighting, catering and entertainment. We believe in celebrating each client’s creative genius and helping them realize their vision, giving them a place to shine. Our staff can also work with outside event planners, if preferred. With 5,000 square feet of space including a huge dance floor, two bars, and luxurious vip seating areas the options for your next event are limitless. *for smaller parties be sure to check out our various vip table options at: https://www.decocharleston.com/reservations/*

• Spaces for 250-259 Guests
• 1 Event Space

About the Client Jeff was born and raised right here in Charleston. He decided to make the move to Awendaw when he found a dream piece of property that came on the market back in 2018. Jeff spent 10 long months working to get the place the way he always pictured it could be. Since moving in late 2019, him and his 2 dogs (Gamble & Gus) have loved every minute of it! Everyone that steps foot onto the property, can picture the property as a great location for your special day, for those who love the lowcountry scenery and a good river breeze. Even Jim and his fiance, Jill, plan to do just that in 2022! The property being 8 acres and a 2500 square ft wrap around porch, it makes for the ultimate sunset location over the Wando River. For those who truly love the outdoors as much as Jeff and his dogs do, we know you’ll enjoy your day here at The Huntington! Story of the Logo Jeff has such a love for his two dogs, Gamble & Gus. Gamble is an older yellow lab and Gus is a young German Shepard. As much as he takes pride in his property, he loves to show off his dogs! We thought what better way to make this place truly his by making them a huge part of it.

• Spaces for 158-300 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 3 Total Spaces

Situated near the landmark Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, the Hotel Indigo® Mount Pleasant lets you experience the Lowcountry like a local. Our modern, boutique-style accommodations will help ensure a stress-free stay, with such amenities as complimentary Wi-Fi, ample work space and plush bedding. Our gathering and event spaces are named for iconic local trees of South Carolina and offer over 6,000 square feet of meeting space. Our Palmetto Ballroom can host you and 250 of your closest friends. You can enjoy a meal created with locally-sourced ingredients at our full-service restaurant or grab a snack at the sundry shop, featuring live indigo. This crop, from which a rich blue dye can be extracted, was integral to the area's 18th century economy. Craft cocktails are served at our indoor/outdoor bar, which leads to a resort-style pool, offering chairs for sunning, a fire feature and in-pool loungers.

• Spaces for 20-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 5 Event Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

If you are searching for somewhere truly special for your next getaway or event, look no further than May River Manor. You will find this southern jewel in the Low Country of South Carolina. The emphasis here is on delighting our guests and delivering the experience. It is so much more than a place to stay! With 6,000 square feet in the manor and expansive front and back porches, you will find plenty of room to accommodate your needs and all the charm you would expect to see. We offer five ensuite guest rooms for comfort and convenience.

• Spaces for 70-125 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Island Cabana Bar, an extention of Seabreeze Marina has beautiful views and includes top tier catering options Located downtown on the inter-coastal waterway in Charleston, SC with unmatched sunset views; Island Cabana Bar’s Dock is the perfect venue for celebrations and corporate gatherings. Whether you are interested in just drinks and socializing or eating and mingling our patio is the ideal location for your private events!

• Spaces for 99 Guests

An intimate event space in West Columbia, SC, thoughtfully designed for weddings, private events, and meaningful celebrations. With 4,000 square feet of flexible indoor space, the venue accommodates a wide range of gatherings from small events and parties to larger functions and celebrations in the Columbia area.

Caluna is a 2400 square foot space in the center of Pawleys Island that has been painstakingly rebuilt with creatives and small groups in mind. It has neutral walls and natural light. Our area may be used for anything, from getting ready for your wedding to celebrating life's most joyous occasions. Would You Like to Host Your Event Here? We are eager to learn more about it! Please complete the contact form below, and we'll get in touch with you. building a blueprint of all the visual components for an event in order to create a vision for it. We have a wedding coordinator, photographer, and florist on staff to help you create the wedding of your dreams. We collaborate on each specific aspect to ensure that your event exceeds your expectations while keeping your end goal in mind. While we are all still separate individuals, we believe that working together will help us achieve our goals of making the process for our clients easier and more effective. Check out our website to see some of our most recent weddings!

• Spaces for 15-525 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 5 Total Spaces

Journey just 20 miles from Charleston to Johns Island and the banks of the Kiawah River – the coastal home of The Dunlin, named after our beautiful local shorebird. We welcome you to breathe in the sea air, surrender to sunny days and starry nights dictated by the simple pleasures of nature's rhythms. Get lost, physically and metaphorically, along our labyrinthine paths through the marshland or in a good book whilst sitting on a wicker rocking chair on your wooden porch, cocktail in hand. This here is a peaceful life, marked by conversation with extended family and friends, farm-fresh Southern cooking, and the whistles of Carolina wren in the distance. Welcome.

• Spaces for 225-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Views that will stay with you forever Featuring a waterfront setting and unrivaled views, the Creek Club at I'ON is a stunning venue with over 5,000 square feet of space, including wide and attractive porches, and can accommodate up to 200 guests. The Creek Club can accommodate parties with a guest count ranging from 75 to 300 people. The expansive, open floor plan is highlighted by towering, large windows, vaulted ceilings with exposed rafters, and two big fireplaces, among other features. The big lawn with views of the creek and marsh is ideal for outdoor ceremonies or oyster roasts with a view of the creek and marsh. The gardens, which are beautifully manicured with native greenery such as live oaks, palms, and azaleas, are a sight to see all year long. The gardens are open to the public. A huge interior of 2,000 square feet with an open floor plan, large windows, high ceilings with exposed beams, and a gorgeous fireplace and mantle are among the features. The covered porch, which measures over 1,900 square feet and is fitted with clear weather flaps, fans, fan misters, and a fireplace, can be used throughout the year for relaxation. Guests will enjoy the large lawn area with a view of the creek, which is ideal for both ceremonies and receptions. The importance of creating a menu that is unique to you and your event cannot be overstated. As a result, we have created our menu with you, the host, as the primary consideration. The Creek Club at I'ON offers a choice of hors d'oeuvres, chef-attended stations, buffets, and serving alternatives, allowing you to create a menu that is tailored to your specific tastes and requirements. When you organize your event with us, be sure to check out our website for a list of preferred vendors to use.