Top North Carolina Luncheon Venues
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Choosing your luncheon venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in North Carolina. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal North Carolina venue has never been easier.
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Canterbury School
5400 Old Lake Jeanette Rd, Greensboro, NC 27455, USA- Spaces for 30-450 Guests
- 1 Theater
- 3 Event Spaces
- 1 Art Gallery
Set on a 37-acre campus in Greensboro, North Carolina, Canterbury School opens its buildings and grounds to the surrounding community for weddings, receptions, and cultural and business events. The campus centers on Phillips Chapel, a gothic-style cathedral seating up to 450 beneath soaring stained glass windows and a custom-built organ — a dramatic setting for ceremonies as well as concerts, lectures, and performances. Nearby, Berry Hall serves as a reception and rehearsal-dinner venue for up to 300 guests, with a raised stage, catering kitchen, and flexible layout. The hall is flanked by a bluestone courtyard on one side and a covered porch overlooking manicured lawns on the other, giving events room to move between indoor and outdoor space. The Stafford Arts Center adds an intimate gallery setting suited to smaller receptions and gatherings.
Airlie Gardens
300 Airlie Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA- Spaces for 150-300 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Garden
Airlie Gardens is a historic public garden spanning more than 67 acres near Wrightsville Beach in Wilmington, North Carolina. A coastal oasis of formal gardens, seasonal blooms, mighty live oaks, walking trails, and historic structures, the grounds are anchored by the Airlie Oak, a 500-year-old southern live oak draped in Spanish moss and resurrection fern. Winding paths lead past water features, permanent art installations, a seasonal Butterfly House, and the Minnie Evans Bottle Chapel, a sculpture of colored bottles honoring the self-taught Wilmington artist. For weddings and private events, the gardens offer several outdoor ceremony and reception settings, from the Oak Lawn beneath the ancient live oak to the Bradley Creek Lawn with its water views and the Pergola Garden's seasonal blooms. Celebrations of up to 300 guests are welcome, and the grounds are available for rental from March through mid-October. Recognized on the North Carolina Birding Trail, Airlie Gardens pairs its horticultural setting with a strong sense of place well suited to outdoor gatherings.
C.W. Worth House Bed and Breakfast
412 S 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA- Spaces for 20 Guests
The C.W. Worth House is a Queen Anne–style mansion built in 1893 by Charles W. Worth, a Wilmington cotton and wholesale grocery merchant whose family kept the home until 1944. Today the restored Victorian operates as a bed and breakfast in Wilmington's Historic District, a short three-block walk from downtown restaurants, shops, and the restored Cape Fear riverfront. The inn's seven guest rooms each have a private bath, with WiFi throughout, a gourmet breakfast served daily, and relaxing grounds. Its parlors, porches, and gardens make an intimate setting for small gatherings, and the house hosts private events including small weddings, family reunions, and corporate retreats — with overnight accommodations on site for the guests who gather to celebrate.
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
11 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA- Spaces for 75-400 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 4 Museums
- 4 Total Spaces
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences — the largest natural science museum in the Southeast — offers one of downtown Raleigh's most distinctive settings for private events. Spread across two connected buildings at 11 and 121 West Jones Street, the museum hosts gatherings ranging from intimate afternoon meetings to multi-floor evening receptions for up to 2,000 guests. Evening events unfold among the museum's signature exhibits: the Mountains to the Sea hall on the second floor, anchored by a two-story waterfall; the Prehistoric North Carolina gallery, with its towering fossil displays and the Terror of the South exhibits; and the SECU Daily Planet Theater, whose curved screen spans three floors of the Nature Research Center. The Acro Café provides a more intimate dining setting beneath the Living Conservatory, while the William G. Ross Jr. Environmental Conference Center accommodates daytime conferences, luncheons, and meetings — configurable into three separate rooms with audiovisual equipment included. Rocky Top Hospitality serves as the museum's exclusive caterer for all on-site events.
Gates Four Golf & Country Club
6775 Irongate Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28306, USA- Spaces for 200-250 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Country Club
Gates Four Golf & Country Club is a full-service semi-private club set within a gated community in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The 18-hole championship course was designed by Willard Byrd in 1967 and redesigned by Kris Spence in 2011, featuring USGA-specified greens with A1/A4 bent grass, renovated bunkers, and pine-tree-lined fairways. Beyond golf, the club offers four tennis courts, a junior Olympic-sized swimming pool, and on-site dining at JP's Bar and Grill. For private events, Gates Four hosts weddings, family reunions, military balls, birthday celebrations, and corporate gatherings. Its 3,600-square-foot outdoor pavilion seats more than 200 guests and sits adjacent to the 30,000-square-foot clubhouse, whose dining room and conference room are also available for private parties and business meetings. A professional events team works with each client to customize their event from booking through event day.
La Quinta Inn and Suites of Boone
165 NC-105 Extension, Boone, NC 28607, USA- Spaces for 60-120 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Meeting Space
La Quinta Inn & Suites Boone University Area is a hotel and event venue nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, a mile from downtown Boone and steps from Appalachian State University. For groups that want their accommodations and their gathering space under one roof — wedding parties, corporate retreats, sports teams, and university visitors — this is a genuinely practical and welcoming choice. The on-site meeting room is built for flexibility: banquet and reception setups accommodate up to 60 guests, while theater and classroom configurations extend to 90, all supported by dual mirrored TV screens, surround sound, and microphones. Groups booking 10 or more rooms receive complimentary suite upgrades, a thoughtful perk that elevates the experience for wedding parties and corporate retreats alike. Luxury King Suites with jetted tubs and fireplaces offer a comfortable retreat for couples and key guests. Beyond the event space, an indoor heated pool, fitness center, and complimentary hot breakfast give attendees every reason to enjoy the full stay. The hotel is also pet-friendly with no additional fees — a welcome detail for wedding and travel groups who wouldn't dream of leaving their pets behind.
Bit of Hope Ranch
5001 Cr Wood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
Bit of Hope Ranch is a 50-acre equine ranch in Gastonia, North Carolina, set across hardwood forest and open pasture. Best known as an equine-assisted therapy and wellness center, the ranch also opens its grounds for celebrations, group gatherings, and corporate events. Birthday parties are a signature offering, with horse-themed, unicorn-themed, and outdoor-themed packages that pair pony rides in the covered arena with farm play, lawn games, and crafts. Larger group rentals suit sweet sixteens, graduations, retirements, reunions, church groups, and scout troops, opening up the barnyard petting area, grilling stations, fishing pond, and playground for the day. For companies, the ranch runs equine-assisted business coaching, where teams complete arena activities alongside horses as an unconventional approach to leadership and communication. The property includes two covered riding arenas, a large grass arena, two climate-controlled barns, a waterfront area with an outdoor playground, a pond with a gazebo, and three miles of wooded trails. A bonfire pit, string lights, and grill spaces round out the outdoor gathering areas. The ranch is CHA site accredited.
Rose Hill Plantation
3815 Rose Hill Ln, Nashville, NC 27856, USA- Spaces for 245-400 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Historic Space
- 1 Estate
Rose Hill is a historic countryside estate in Nashville, North Carolina, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and set on 860 acres of rural landscape about 45 minutes east of Raleigh. The property accommodates weddings, private events, and corporate gatherings across a range of indoor and outdoor settings. The centerpiece for large receptions is Nathan Hall Ballroom, which features 18-foot tray ceilings, large windows, and a dramatic fireplace. The ballroom accommodates up to 245 guests for seated dinners and up to 360 guests for cocktail-style events. The Manor House, an 18th-century structure, provides a backdrop for outdoor ceremonies on its historic porch and includes a bridal suite and four additional bedrooms for the wedding party. Beyond the ballroom and manor, the estate offers several outdoor settings — including the Swan Gazebo, Pecan Grove, and Smokehouse — along a private lane lined with crepe myrtle trees. In-house catering is available, with menus ranging from formal dining to cookout-style options for both weddings and corporate events.
Maple Chase Golf & Country Club
5475 Germanton Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA- Spaces for 220 Guests
Maple Chase Golf & Country Club carries more than 70 years of history on its 300-acre grounds in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The property — once the Cox Dairy Farm — was shaped into an 18-hole championship course by renowned golf course designer Ellis Maples in 1954, when it opened as Pinebrook Country Club. New ownership transformed the club in 2013, bringing a comprehensive renovation and the Maple Chase name, and a 2024 course redesign by Robert Moore intentionally echoes Maples' original vision while reflecting a complete course rebuild. The recently renovated 12,000-square-foot clubhouse — described by the club as "the ultimate gathering spot for members, families, and guests" — sits at the heart of Maple Chase's event life. The Pinebrook Bar & Grille, named in tribute to the club's origins, draws members and guests with seasonally inspired menus, a full bar with fireplace lounge seating, patio dining overlooking the putting green, and recurring events including wine dinners and Music on the Patio evenings. The Chase Pool & Cabana adds warm-weather programming — pool parties, socials, and Dive-In Movies — while a state-of-the-art fitness center and newly added pickleball courts complete the amenity picture. Maple Chase hosts the full range of private events — wedding receptions, holiday celebrations, business meetings, and birthday parties — with a dedicated special events team coordinating every detail.
JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University
4415 Beryl Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA- Spaces for 12-500 Guests
- 9 Outdoor Spaces
- 1 Rooftop
- 10 Total Spaces
The JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University is a nationally acclaimed botanic garden in Raleigh, North Carolina, home to one of the largest collections of garden plants adapted for the Southeast. The arboretum offers more than nine individually rentable venues spanning indoor and outdoor settings, suited to events ranging from intimate garden ceremonies for as few as ten guests to grand outdoor receptions for up to 500. Indoors, the York Auditorium in the Ruby C. McSwain Education Center offers three flexible rooms — rentable separately or as one combined space — with floor-to-ceiling windows opening to views of the four-season gardens. Outdoors, the Finley-Nottingham Rose Garden displays more than 3,000 blooms per day during peak seasons in May and September, while the Great Lawn and Gathering Lawn handle the largest gatherings and are the only spaces on the property that permit external tent rentals and after-hours events with an approved lighting plan. All gardens are available to renters seven days a week from sunrise to sunset.
Childress Vineyards
1000 Childress Vineyards Rd, Lexington, NC 27295, USA- Spaces for 6-300 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Vineyard
- 1 Winery
Childress Vineyards opened in 2004 when NASCAR team owner Richard Childress fulfilled a longtime dream inspired by the California wineries he visited during his racing career. Set on farmland in Lexington, North Carolina — the southern gateway to the Yadkin Valley, the state's first federally designated grape-growing region — the estate spans more than 70 acres across two vineyard sites and produces over 30 wines from 15 European vinifera varieties. Housed in an Italian Renaissance–styled winery, the property has been voted one of Wine Enthusiast's "Top 25 Tasting Rooms in America" and is a five-time recipient of the Governor's Cup, with more than 750 medals earned since opening. Its on-site Bistro ranks among OpenTable's Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America. The winery hosts weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations across a range of indoor and outdoor spaces. The Grand Pavilion offers 360-degree vineyard views and a stone fireplace for larger events, while the Barrel Cave, Barrel Room, Gazebo, Terrace, and Back Lawn suit ceremonies and intimate receptions. Dedicated bridal and vineyard suites give wedding parties space to prepare on the day.
Durham Arts Council
120 Morris St, Durham, NC 27701, USA- Spaces for 174-200 Guests
- 1 Theater
- 1 Historic Space
Founded in 1954, the Durham Arts Council makes its longtime home in the former Durham City Hall, a historic downtown building that reopened as an arts center after a three-year renovation in the mid-1980s and now anchors the Royall Center for the Arts alongside the adjacent Carolina Theatre. The building offers a versatile mix of event spaces, including four galleries, two theatres with support spaces, outdoor terraces and gardens, meeting rooms, and rehearsal studios. Rooms can be rented individually or combined, making the venue suited to everything from a five-person board meeting to a conference for 300, as well as weddings, birthday parties, dance performances, and concerts. Rentals can be tailored with amenities such as furniture, kitchen access, and audiovisual equipment, and the entire building is covered by free public WiFi. The events team books regular rooms up to 90 days in advance and the PSI Theatre up to 120 days ahead.
Lamplight Inn
1680 Flemingtown Rd, Henderson, NC 27537, USA- Spaces for 100 Guests
Rockwell Falls Inn and Wine Bar occupies a Victorian estate built in 1890 in Lake Luzerne, New York, tucked into the Southern Adirondack Mountains just south of Lake George Village. The property was originally constructed as a summer residence for Howard Conkling — a New York City attorney, State Assembly member, and author — and its original character endures in the 12-foot beamed ceilings and chestnut wainscoting that still grace the main sitting areas. Twelve guest suites, many with gas fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs, span the original Victorian Inn and an adjoining Carriage House, making it easy to keep out-of-town guests entirely on the property. The 40-foot wraparound porch, perennial gardens with period arbors, and a mahogany wine bar in the parlor give the estate a sense of place that carries naturally from a cocktail hour into dinner. The Inn hosts micro and intimate weddings, bridal and baby showers, birthday and anniversary celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and corporate events, with custom catering tailored to each occasion. LakeGeorge.com named it Best Bed & Breakfast three consecutive years — 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Nantahala Village Resort
9400 US-19, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA- Spaces for 100-250 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Bar
- 7 Total Spaces
Nantahala Village Resort has welcomed guests to the mountains of western North Carolina since 1948, occupying a forested setting within the Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests near Bryson City. The resort offers seven dedicated event spaces spanning outdoor meadows, covered decks, open-air overlooks, and indoor dining and lounge rooms — accommodating groups from 100 to 250 guests depending on the space. Outdoor venues include The Meadow, a lush green space beside the resort's fishing pond; The Overlook, a lawn with sweeping mountain views; The Observation Deck, an elevated perch with panoramic vistas; and The Phoenix Deck, a covered deck that serves as a popular reception setting. Indoors, The Dining Room seats up to 150 for rehearsal dinners and private meals on a patio-facing floor, while The Banquet Room and Kallisto Lounge handle cocktail hours, receptions, and smaller gatherings. The resort's culinary team offers buffet, station, and plated catering using regional ingredients, and venue packages include chairs, tables, setup and takedown, and a preparation room for the wedding party. On-site lodging across lodge rooms, suites, and treehouse cabins makes Nantahala Village a natural choice for destination weddings and multi-day group retreats.
Beaufort Historic Site
130 Turner St, Beaufort, NC 28516, USA- Spaces for 400 Guests
Set in the heart of the historic district of Beaufort, a coastal North Carolina seaport known as Beaufort-by-the-Sea, the Beaufort Historic Site is a two-acre property owned and operated by the Beaufort Historical Association, a private non-profit founded in 1960. The site encompasses six authentically restored buildings, the Mattie King Davis Art Gallery, and the adjacent Old Burying Grounds, preserving the architectural and cultural heritage of Beaufort and Carteret County. For weddings, receptions, and other celebrations, the site offers a spacious outdoor venue shaded by magnolia trees, with room for classic white tents across the grounds. Couples can also gather inside the Carteret County Courthouse (c. 1796), restored in award-winning detail. Kitchen access is available in adjacent structures, food trucks are permitted on site, and areas for bridal party preparation can be arranged. A signature touch is the site's vintage red English double-decker bus, which carries up to 60 guests on tours of the town and is a popular addition for wedding parties celebrating on the North Carolina coast.
The Eco-Institute at Pickards Mountain Weddings
8519 Pickards Meadow Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA- Spaces for 100-180 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Farm
Sanctuary Farm is a 28-acre eco-friendly wedding and event venue located eight miles west of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The property has been stewarded organically for 25 years and runs entirely on solar power, offering a natural backdrop for celebrations rooted in the land. Originally established in 2005 as The Eco-Institute, the farm has hosted weddings, retreats, memorial services, and corporate events while maintaining an active organic garden and a commitment to sustainable practices. The venue accommodates up to 180 guests across several distinct spaces: a private grove surrounded by trees, a pond-side gazebo, a seasonal organic garden, two barn lofts for indoor reception and dining, and a fire pit area for evening gatherings. Weekend and destination wedding packages include exclusive use of the property, a catering kitchen, fire pit, tables and chairs for 100, and climate-controlled overnight accommodations — with glamping in yurts and yomes available for groups of up to 40. Couples have complete freedom to choose their own vendors with no restrictions or fees, and farm-to-table catering is available as an add-on.
Inn on Biltmore
1 Antler Hill Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, USA- Spaces for 18-90 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Meeting Spaces
The Inn on Biltmore Estate is a Forbes Four-Star hotel situated on the 8,000-acre Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. The property has held its Forbes Four-Star designation for 25 consecutive years, with renovated accommodations that reflect the European-inspired character of George Vanderbilt's original estate. For private events and weddings, the Inn offers three dedicated spaces: the Private Dining Room for intimate gatherings of up to 18, and the Olmsted Room and Hunt Room, each accommodating up to 70 guests for receptions and equipped with audiovisual capabilities and high-speed internet. As a wedding venue, the Inn hosts ceremonies and receptions for 45 to 80 guests in indoor and outdoor settings, with access to Biltmore's in-house catering and the full estate grounds. Event attendees also have access to Biltmore House, the estate's winery, outdoor activities, and The Spa at the Inn, which has been recognized as Asheville's top spa resort for 2025.
The Glass Box
230 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA- Spaces for 30-45 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Meeting Space
The Glass Box is a modern event suite on the fifth floor of 230 Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows that frame city views, the suite features hardwood floors, a private outdoor balcony, and a pantry nook with sink and refrigerator — allowing stylish celebrations without leaving the floor. The space accommodates up to 30 seated guests or 45 for cocktail-style receptions. It is well suited for micro-weddings, engagement parties, baby showers, business meetings, and intimate social events. Each rental includes lounge furniture, tables and chairs, a coat rack, a private restroom, and an on-site venue host. The Glass Box is accessible by elevator and is available Monday through Thursday year-round for social and corporate events, with weekend availability based on bookings at the adjacent Stockroom at 230. The venue is one of four event spaces operated by Empire Events in downtown Raleigh.
Birkdale Golf Club Palmer Pavilion
16500 Birkdale Commons Pkwy, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA- Spaces for 180 Guests