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  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.

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  The Stockroom at 230

  230 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

  • Spaces for 175-300 Guests
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Loft

  The Stockroom at 230 occupies the second floor of the historic Carolina Trust Building on Fayetteville Street in the heart of downtown Raleigh. The building dates to 1902, and the venue's name traces directly to its past: McLellan's Dime Store operated in the building from 1920, using the upper floors as stockrooms — a history the space now wears as a point of distinction. At 4,748 square feet, the room combines exposed brick walls, warm hardwood floors, and lofty lattice ceilings strung with market lighting. Expansive windows bring in natural light throughout the day, while a floor-to-ceiling chalkboard wall and a handcrafted live-edge wooden bar give the space its character. The venue seats 50 to 175 guests for receptions with a dance floor and accommodates up to 275 for cocktail-style events. The Stockroom at 230 hosts wedding ceremonies and receptions, corporate meetings, speaking engagements, and social gatherings. Rentals include tables and chairs, a catering prep kitchen, A/V equipment, and a dedicated venue host. Elevator and ramp access make the space fully accessible.

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  Historic Market Hall

  215 Wolfe St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

  • Spaces for 20-400 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 5 Event Spaces
  • 2 Historic Spaces

  Historic Market Hall is a full-service event venue in the heart of Raleigh's Moore Square District, occupying a landmark building dating to 1914. The space blends original architectural details — exposed brick, timber beams, and stone fireplaces — with modern design and a scratch kitchen led by Executive Chef Chris Hill, who brings more than 39 years of hospitality experience to an American Southern culinary program. Two primary event rooms, Park View and Market View, each accommodate up to 300 seated guests and can be used together for gatherings of up to 400 seated or 700 in a cocktail configuration. A covered outdoor patio on Blake Street adds capacity for up to 80 guests, and a city street-closure permit can open the cobblestone streets of City Market for expanded receptions. Two private VIP suites — one overlooking Moore Square, the other facing City Market — serve as dedicated preparation spaces for wedding parties. The main level offers fully accessible, street-level entry. Four public parking facilities are located within one block of the venue.

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  The Merrimon Wynne House

  500 N Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA

  • Spaces for 275 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Mansion

  The Merrimon-Wynne House is a historic mansion in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, built in 1876 and carefully restored in 2014. Situated near the Governor's Mansion on North Blount Street — the birthsite of Dr. Jane McKimmon — the property retains the character of its era: original flooring and fireplace mantels, grand chandeliers, and sweeping porches. The venue offers exclusive, full-day use of the entire property for a single event at a time. The Carriage House — with exposed beams, crystal sconces, and rolling glass doors opening to a pergola — seats up to 225 guests for dinner and dancing, or up to 250 for cocktail receptions. The Lawn, shaded by century-old pecan trees, accommodates outdoor ceremonies and gatherings of up to 275 guests. Each rental includes bentwood chairs, cocktail and rectangular tables, bar fronts, lounge sets, lawn games, a fire pit, patio heaters, and a ceremony arbor — alongside two preparation suites and a dedicated venue manager.

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  Second Empire and Tavern

  330 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603, USA

  • Spaces for 4-300 Guests
  • 2 Restaurants
  • 1 Event Space

  Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern occupies the historic Dodd-Hinsdale House at 330 Hillsborough Street in downtown Raleigh — an 1879 Second Empire Victorian property originally built for Mayor William H. Dodd, featuring fourteen-foot ceilings and deep bay windows. After the Hinsdale family held the estate for nearly ninety years, the building fell into disrepair following John Hinsdale's death in 1971. The Reynolds family acquired and fully restored the property in the mid-1990s, reopening it as a fine dining destination. The restaurant has earned the DiRoNa award twice, the AAA Four Diamond Award three times, and the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for eight consecutive years. Executive Chef Daniel Schurr leads the kitchen. The venue hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, and private events across several spaces: formal dining rooms on the main floor, the casual Tavern downstairs with a climate-controlled wine cellar holding more than 250 labels, a glassed Atrium seating 42, and an intimate Chef's Table for up to four guests dining exclusively with the chef inside the kitchen itself.

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  NC State University Club

  4200 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA

  • Spaces for 16-300 Guests
  • 2 Ballrooms
  • 4 Country Clubs
  • 2 Meeting Spaces

  The NC State University Club is a private recreational and event venue founded in 1958, set on approximately 45 acres along Hillsborough Street in Raleigh. Originally established for NC State faculty and staff, the club now extends membership to NC State alumni, Centennial Campus Partners, and Friends of the University, while welcoming non-members for private events. With more than 20 event spaces accommodating groups from 5 to 300 guests, the club is a versatile setting for weddings, corporate events, business meetings, and private celebrations. The Ballroom and Main Dining Room — the club's largest combined space — seats up to 250 or hosts 300 for a standing reception, with access to an adjacent rose garden patio. The Lutz Ballroom accommodates 130 seated with built-in A/V capabilities, and smaller meeting rooms serve more intimate gatherings down to 16. All room rentals include full-service catering staff, tables, chairs, linens, and ample on-site parking. The broader campus features tennis courts, a golf course, a fitness center, and dining facilities, lending the club a distinctive backdrop beyond a typical banquet hall.

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  Traine

  121 Seaboard Ave, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA

  • Spaces for 20-270 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Event Space
  • 2 Total Spaces

  TRAINE at Seaboard Station occupies a restored 1940s brick train station in downtown Raleigh, where the original white brick walls, exposed timber beams, and bistro lighting meet a 4,500-square-foot open floor plan. The main hall seats up to 200 guests and connects to a 55-foot outdoor patio through three garage doors — expanding cocktail-hour capacity to 270. Ceremony backdrops include a chevron wood wall, white brick, and boxwood walls, and historic train tracks on the property offer a distinctive setting for portraits and post-ceremony photos. A separate private suite with its own entrance, ADA bathroom, and natural light accommodates up to 20 guests for seated dinners or 30 for cocktail receptions. The in-house bar service holds a full ABC liquor license and offers flexible package options — from unlimited flat-rate to cash bar — staffed by professional bartenders. A team with more than 20 years of restaurant and event experience supports planning from booking through event day.

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  Burning Coal Theatre Company

  224 Polk St, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA

  • Spaces for 175 Guests

  Burning Coal Theatre Company makes its home in the historic Murphey School Auditorium in downtown Raleigh, a former schoolhouse the company restored and reopened in 2008 after a $1.5 million renovation. Founded in 1997, Burning Coal reworked the building into a flexible theatre whose seating, platforms, and staging can be rearranged for each occasion. The auditorium is available to rent for weddings, receptions, performances, meetings, and presentations. Its adaptable open floor and historic character suit everything from wedding celebrations to multi-day corporate workshops, and the theatre's staff work with renters on lighting and mood to shape the room for each phase of an event. Burning Coal takes pride in being an inclusive wedding space that welcomes all couples, including LGBTQ+ couples. Renters and their guests have use of an adjacent parking lot along with free street parking on the surrounding blocks, and the venue provides accessibility services at no charge.

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  North Carolina Museum of Art

  2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA

  • Spaces for 100-300 Guests
  • 5 Museums
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 5 Total Spaces

  The North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh hosts private events, weddings, and corporate gatherings within its landmark campus at 2110 Blue Ridge Road. The museum's two main buildings and outdoor grounds offer a range of settings, from the West Building Great Hall—where guests gather among the People's Collection spanning more than 5,000 years of art history—to the East Building Main Hall, which accommodates up to 275 guests for large receptions and seated dinners. The landscaped North Courtyard, featuring a reflecting pool and mature trees, is available as an outdoor complement to the West Building for cocktail hours and ceremonies. The Museum Auditorium seats up to 235 for presentations, seminars, and performances, and the Education Lobby serves as a reception space for daytime gatherings. All venue rentals are coordinated in partnership with Catering Works, providing turnkey event planning that includes catering, florals, linens, and audiovisual support. Evening rentals are available seven days a week across the museum's event spaces.

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  Goels Plaza

  117 International Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA

  • Spaces for 225-1,500 Guests
  • 2 Ballrooms

  Goels Plaza & Conference Center is a full-service banquet and conference facility in Morrisville, North Carolina, constructed in 2004 and recognized as the largest privately owned banquet facility in North Carolina. Spanning over 20,000 square feet of event space, the venue features five separate ballrooms that collectively accommodate groups of 50 to 1,000 guests — making it well-suited for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations. The venue hosts weddings, corporate functions, and social events, offering in-house coordination, catering, audio/visual services, and floral arrangements. Clients may also bring in outside vendors and permit outside alcohol, giving full flexibility in how an event comes together. Recognized by the Triangle Business Journal as one of the top five banquet facilities in the Triangle area, Goels Plaza underwent a renovation in 2015 that expanded its ballroom offerings and modernized the facility.

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  The Inn at Celebrity Dairy

  144 Celebrity Dairy Way, Siler City, NC 27344, USA

  • Spaces for 18-350 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 3 Farms
  • 3 Total Spaces

  The Inn at Celebrity Dairy is a farmhouse bed and breakfast on a 300-acre working goat dairy in rural Chatham County, North Carolina. The property brings together a Greek Revival farmhouse and an original 1800s log cabin — connected by a two-story atrium — set beneath 250-year-old oak trees, with around 100 dairy goats, free-range chickens, and peacocks roaming the grounds. For private events and weddings, the inn offers a full-weekend buyout from Friday noon through Sunday noon, with exclusive use of the public rooms, guest rooms, and grounds. The Atrium seats up to 70 for rehearsal dinners and accommodates up to 150 for standing receptions. The shaded lawn accepts a 40-by-70-foot tent for outdoor ceremonies, and the historic Log Cabin serves as an intimate gathering space for smaller groups. In-house catering showcases the farm's award-winning chèvre and locally grown seasonal produce, with outside caterers also welcome.

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  Embassy Suites Raleigh Crabtree

  4700 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612, USA

  • Spaces for 20-250 Guests
  • 9 Hotels
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 9 Meeting Spaces

  Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree is a hotel in Raleigh, North Carolina, positioned as a choice for meetings and weddings across the area. The property pairs 225 guest rooms with more than 8,000 square feet of flexible event space, giving planners room to scale from intimate gatherings to full celebrations under one roof. Eight meeting rooms make up the event footprint, ranging from the 2,400-square-foot Pergola, the largest single space, to smaller boardrooms suited to focused working sessions. The Graham Bell Ballroom and its adjoining rooms handle seated banquets and standing receptions, while a mix of dividable spaces lets one event spread across several configurations. On-site planning professionals assist with catering and audiovisual needs, and the largest room seats up to 180 guests for a banquet or holds 250 for a reception.

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  The Village at River Landing

  110 River Village Pl, Wallace, NC 28466, USA

  • Spaces for 400 Guests

  River Landing is a multi-venue event destination set within a luxury golf community in Wallace, North Carolina, roughly 35 minutes from Wilmington on the banks of the Northeast Cape Fear River. Developed by the Murphy family beginning in 1996, the property includes two 18-hole championship golf courses, a grand Clubhouse, and eight distinct event venues suited to weddings, corporate retreats, and private celebrations of all sizes. The Clubhouse anchors the property with a grand Ballroom seating up to 300 guests, featuring a winding staircase entrance, an expansive terrace, and panoramic views of the golf course and ancient river oaks. For a more natural setting, the River Lodge brings ceremonies and receptions to the riverbank, with sandy shores for vows, an open-air lodge, and a fire pit for evening gatherings. The Poolside venue wraps the heated outdoor pool with brick-lined terraces, while The Mad Boar restaurant houses two additional rooms — the Renaissance Room for rehearsal dinners and brunches, and the Celtic Court for formal seated receptions beneath chandelier lighting. The Inn at River Landing provides 55 guest rooms and 15 suites on the property, with complimentary breakfast included. An in-house catering team serves all events, and a professional events staff coordinates every detail from initial planning through the day of the celebration.

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  1705 East Events

  1705 E Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA

  • Spaces for 72-275 Guests
  • 1 Bar
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 4 Total Spaces

  Set just beyond downtown Raleigh, Millbrook Manor is a special event and wedding venue housed in a restored Southern home, pairing Southern charm with modern sophistication. An expansive front lawn with a manicured green and a giant oak tree gives way to a mix of smaller and larger indoor rooms, so the space suits everything from intimate rehearsal dinners and bridal showers to full weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, and holiday parties. Formerly known as 1705 East, the venue offers both indoor and outdoor ceremony space, a full-service bar and lounge, in-house tables and chairs, audio-visual packages, and a private bride and groom suite. Its largest room seats up to 200 guests, while a beautifully landscaped outdoor space hosts ceremonies and receptions year round. Catering is provided on-site by Rocky Top Catering, with seasonal, homemade menus built around fresh ingredients, and dedicated event managers guide each celebration from planning through execution.

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  Wake County Shrine Club

  6015 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612, USA

  • Spaces for 440-700 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom

  The Wake County Shrine Club is a fully functional rental facility in Raleigh, chartered by Amran Temple and open to the public for private events. The split-level space spans up to 12,000 square feet and accommodates up to 440 guests for seated events — including weddings and receptions, proms, class reunions, banquets, and corporate meetings and conferences. The main exhibit hall features a large dance floor, a full stage with a built-in sound system, a full bar with an ABC liquor license, a kitchen, and coat check. An in-house event coordinator assists with seating arrangements, and outside caterers and music vendors are welcome. The property includes 129 marked parking spaces and a well-maintained landscaped lawn.

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  North Carolina Botanical Gardens

  NC Botanical Garden Education Center, 100 Old Mason Farm Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, USA

  • Spaces for 15-150 Guests
  • 3 Meeting Spaces
  • 1 Garden

  The North Carolina Botanical Garden, a public garden affiliated with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, offers a distinctive natural setting for private events in Chapel Hill. The James & Delight Allen Education Center — a LEED Platinum-certified building — anchors the indoor event program, featuring flexible spaces for conferences, workshops, luncheons, and receptions alongside covered porches overlooking the Courtyard Gardens. Outdoor options include the Perennial Circle, a round lawn ringed by native wildflowers suited for intimate ceremonies; the covered Sara Waitt Breezeway connecting the Education Center buildings; and the historic Koch Memorial Forest Theatre and Coker Arboretum near downtown Chapel Hill, both offering green-canopied settings for ceremonies and outdoor gatherings. The Garden accommodates weddings, corporate meetings, team workshops, and milestone celebrations, and holds recognition as an LGBTQ+ friendly wedding venue.

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  Triangle Lebanese-American Center

  241 Horizon Dr, Raleigh, NC 27615, USA

  • Spaces for 50-150 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Meeting Space

  The Triangle Lebanese-American Center (TLAC) is a nonprofit cultural organization and event venue serving the Research Triangle community of North Carolina. Founded in 1986 by Lebanese community members committed to preserving their heritage, TLAC provides a welcoming space for cultural programs, community gatherings, and private celebrations. The center's two rentable halls — a large room that comfortably accommodates around 150 guests and an intimate studio suited to groups of around 50 — are available for weddings, receptions, and private events. Round tables and white Chiavari chairs are provided at no additional charge, and a fully equipped kitchen supports catering needs. An outdoor deck adds flexible additional space. Outside caterers and decorators are welcome, and alcohol service is permitted with a one-day event license.

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  Carolina Club

  150 Stadium Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA

  • Spaces for 20-350 Guests
  • 3 Restaurants
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 4 Total Spaces

  Set within the George Watts Hill Alumni Center on the University of North Carolina campus in Chapel Hill, The Carolina Club is a private business and social club that welcomes alumni, university faculty and staff, and the broader Chapel Hill community. Warm, wood-accented interiors carry an atmosphere of distinction, with in-house dining and personalized service at the center of the experience. The Club's event spaces suit a wide range of gatherings, from corporate seminars and board meetings to weddings, graduation parties, and life celebrations. The centerpiece is Alumni Hall, a 7,500-square-foot room with an elevated stage that divides into three sections using movable walls, each opening onto an outdoor terrace. Smaller rooms, including the mural-lined Peebles Room and the walnut-paneled Royall Room, offer intimate settings for showers, luncheons, and business meetings. An experienced catering and food-and-beverage team prepares every event in house, and a dedicated private events staff works through the details of each occasion. While The Carolina Club is a members' club, it welcomes private event rentals from non-members, and its team can coordinate the arrangements.

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  Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

  7840 NC-751, Durham, NC 27713, USA

  • Spaces for 110 Guests

  Hyatt Place Durham/Southpoint is a hotel set adjacent to The Streets at Southpoint shopping center in Durham, North Carolina, with easy access to Research Triangle Park, Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Duke University, UNC Chapel Hill, and the area's major hospitals. The property's 164 guest rooms and more than 2,100 square feet of flexible, high-tech meeting and function space make it a well-situated option for business gatherings, corporate retreats, and private events. On-site amenities include complimentary breakfast, a 24/7 Gallery Menu with made-to-order dining, and a Coffee to Cocktails Bar.

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• Lone Oak Parkton

  1663 Davis Bridge Rd, Parkton, NC 28371, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Lone Oak Parkton is a one-of-a-kind wedding and event venue nestled on a working farm in Parkton, North Carolina — just 15 minutes from Fayetteville. Rooted in an eight-generation farming legacy, our venue blends authentic rural character with thoughtfully curated spaces designed for unforgettable celebrations. At the heart of Lone Oak is our stunning main barn, built with reclaimed lumber from an 1840s Cumberland County home and featuring a beautifully restored circa-1900 Gillis family cotton gin woven throughout the structure — including the bar, arbor, and bridal suite. Every detail tells a story. Our property features a nearly 3,000 sq ft open-air covered shelter with reclaimed church pews, a 2,000 sq ft courtyard with a fireplace, pergola, and string lights, and a dedicated grooms barn. We host one wedding per weekend, ensuring your day receives our full attention and care. We offer a complete $4,000 all-inclusive package with flexible scheduling Friday through Sunday. Tours are available Tuesday through Saturday, 8 AM to 8 PM. Whether you're dreaming of an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, Lone Oak Parkton is where your love story meets a place worth remembering.

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