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Choosing your event 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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Little River Golf and Resort
500 Little River Farm Blvd, Carthage, NC 28327, USA- Spaces for 400 Guests
Tucked into the heart of North Carolina's storied Sandhills, just 4.5 miles north of the Village of Pinehurst, Little River Golf and Resort is a destination that pairs championship golf with genuine Southern hospitality. The resort's expansive 20,000-square-foot clubhouse anchors the property and is home to Filly & Colt's, a full-service restaurant and bar that brings warmth and character to every kind of gathering — from quiet, romantic fireside dinners and lively post-round celebrations to polished corporate meetings and, most memorably, fabulous weddings and receptions. Guests who stay on the property find themselves in beautifully appointed two-bedroom condos featuring full kitchens with granite countertops, private bathrooms in each bedroom, and welcoming dining and living spaces that comfortably accommodate up to four. With more than 25 years of experience crafting golf getaways in the Pinehurst region, the resort brings that same depth of care and expertise to every private event it hosts — making it an outstanding choice for groups and couples alike who want a celebration set against one of the most celebrated golf landscapes in the country.
Halyburton Park
Shelter 1, 4099 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28412, USA- Spaces for 110 Guests
Halyburton Park is a 58-acre nature preserve in Wilmington, North Carolina, operated by the City of Wilmington as both a recreational destination and an event venue. Set among gently rolling sandhills — a habitat rarely found in the coastal Carolinas — the park is 70% undeveloped, with long-leaf pine trees averaging 70 years old, limestone depression ponds, and an accessible 1.3-mile perimeter trail threading through the landscape. At the heart of the park stands the Events Center, a distinctive building featuring sky-high ceilings and towering windows that welcome natural light from the surrounding woodland. A stone patio with a vine-laden pergola extends from the building, framed by lush plant life and mature trees. The center is available for weddings, birthday parties, corporate meetings, and other private events, with picnic shelters available for smaller gatherings as well.
NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
1 Roosevelt Blvd, Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512, USA- Spaces for 14-300 Guests
- 5 Museums
- 1 Theater
- 5 Total Spaces
The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores sits on North Carolina's Crystal Coast and spans more than 30,000 square feet across five exhibit galleries — Mountain, Piedmont, Coastal Plain, Tidal Waters, and Ocean. The aquarium opens its spaces for private events ranging from intimate daytime meetings to full evening buyouts, hosting weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate gatherings, birthday parties, and more. Soundside Hall, the aquarium's signature event space, measures approximately 37 by 50 feet with a high cathedral ceiling, a working fireplace, and an adjoining wooden deck overlooking Bogue Sound. It accommodates up to 125 guests for banquets, ceremonies, and receptions. The Big Rock Theater seats 150 and is equipped with a large-screen AV system for presentations, lectures, and small-scale performances. Evening gallery rentals extend the experience further: the Saltwater Galleries — including the 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck exhibit — host private events for up to 175 guests alongside the aquarium's resident sea life.
Valleytown Cultural Arts and Historical Society
125 Chestnut St, Andrews, NC 28901, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
The Valleytown Cultural Arts and Historical Society occupies a historic 1923 building in Andrews, North Carolina that once served as the First Baptist Church of Andrews and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Founded in 1986 through a community-led fundraising effort organized by the Andrews Chamber of Commerce, the organization transformed the structure into a year-round cultural center for visual arts, historical preservation, live music, and theater. The interior retains much of its original character — original hardwood floors, rich wood trimmings, stained glass windows, gilded fixtures and moldings, and lofty ceilings of intricately patterned pressed tin. The Andrews Art Museum operates year-round within the center with rotating exhibitions, while the Community Youth Players stage five theatrical productions each season from September through May. The Cultural Arts Center is available for weddings, receptions, and private events.
Shooting Star Horse Farm
5624 Davis Mill Rd, Greensboro, NC 27406, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
Shooting Star Horse Farm is a 200-acre equestrian property set in the rolling hills of Guilford County, North Carolina. The farm hosts weddings, corporate events, and private parties, offering both indoor and outdoor settings across the property. The indoor arena provides a sheltered option regardless of weather, while the surrounding acreage offers a backdrop of open countryside. A dedicated event planner supports each booking from initial planning through cleanup, and the venue maintains relationships with local vendors for coordinated services. The property's working farm character lends events a relaxed, down-home atmosphere.
Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint
7007 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27713, USA- Spaces for 100 Guests
The Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint is a full-service hotel situated adjacent to the Streets at Southpoint along Interstate 40, positioning it close to Research Triangle Park and the region's major destinations. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 10 minutes away, making the hotel a practical gathering point for guests traveling from out of town. The hotel offers 2,830 square feet of flexible meeting and event space that accommodates up to 140 guests for banquets, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. An on-site Ruth's Chris Steak House serves as the venue's full-service restaurant and lounge, offering cooked-to-order breakfast daily alongside evening dining. Additional on-site amenities include an indoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Crowne Plaza Hickory
1385 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd SE, Hickory, NC 28602, USA- Spaces for 6-400 Guests
- 8 Hotels
- 1 Ballroom
- 7 Meeting Spaces
Set in the Catawba Valley just outside downtown Hickory, North Carolina, the Crowne Plaza Hickory pairs a full-service hotel with 12,000 square feet of versatile event space for weddings, banquets, meetings, and social celebrations. The property sits less than an hour from the Blue Ridge Mountains and Charlotte Douglas Airport, and only minutes from the Hickory Furniture Mart, Lenoir-Rhyne University, and the historic Union Square district. At the center of its event offering is a 4,480-square-foot ballroom that accommodates up to 400 guests and subdivides into three sections, adapting to receptions both large and intimate. An additional 6,500 square feet of meeting and banquet space in the adjoining Piedmont Center rounds out the options, with rooms ranging from a 175-guest hall to smaller parlors and boardrooms suited to rehearsal dinners, showers, and corporate gatherings. All event spaces are equipped with high-speed wireless internet and multimedia capabilities. On-site catering, dedicated event planning, an on-site restaurant, and an indoor heated pool complete the offering, delivered with the Southern hospitality the hotel is known for.
Greensboro Marriott Downtown
304 N Greene St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA- Spaces for 120-600 Guests
- 7 Hotels
- 6 Ballrooms
- 1 Meeting Space
The Marriott Greensboro Downtown is a full-service hotel in the heart of downtown Greensboro, North Carolina, offering more than 28,000 square feet of event space across 15 rooms. Following a multi-million-dollar redesign completed in 2020, the property features 285 guest rooms and a fully renovated roster of event venues suited to weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations of every scale. The signature Southern Crescent Ballroom accommodates up to 450 guests for seated dinners or 600 for receptions, and subdivides into three independent sections — the Virginia, Carolina, and Georgia rooms — each seating 150 for events that call for a more intimate setting. The separate Governors Ballroom seats 250 or hosts up to 500 for cocktail-style receptions, while the Summit Room and Triad Ballroom round out options for mid-size events. In-house catering, on-site audio/visual support, and Marriott Certified Event Planners are available for all events, and Bistro 40 — the hotel's full-service American restaurant — serves as an additional venue for rehearsal dinners and private dining.
Sedgefield's Donald Ross Course
3201 Forsyth Dr, Greensboro, NC 27407, USA- Spaces for 18-240 Guests
- 1 Country Club
- 1 Meeting Space
Sedgefield Country Club has anchored Greensboro, North Carolina's golf heritage since 1926, built around a Donald Ross-designed course that GOLF.com and the North Carolina Golf Panel have recognized among the state's top 20. The course serves as the permanent home of the Wyndham Championship, hosting PGA TOUR professionals each summer on its rolling fairways and classic undulating greens. The clubhouse and grounds offer a range of private event spaces, from outdoor ceremony sites overlooking the championship fairways to interior venues with direct golf course views. In-house catering, prepared by the executive chef with customizable menus, supports gatherings from intimate dinners to large celebrations. A private boardroom with full audiovisual technology accommodates corporate meetings and business events, while several distinct dining venues — including the Donald Ross Lounge — host social occasions of varying sizes throughout the year.
Raleigh Racquet Club
5516 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA- Spaces for 60 Guests
The Raleigh Racquet Club was established in 1968 with the mission of becoming North Carolina's finest tennis and swim club. Set on 36 acres in Raleigh, it is recognized as one of the state's major tennis centers, maintaining 29 courts—21 on Har-Tru clay surfaces—along with two dedicated indoor facilities housing 10 courts for year-round play. Beyond the courts, the club's grounds include a 25-yard swimming pool with pool house, a clubhouse with a fitness room, a tennis pro shop, and the full-service Matchpoint Grill with adjacent patios. The Matchpoint Grill accommodates private events and weddings, with Chef Jason working with each group to design a custom menu—from hors d'oeuvres and buffet-style service to five-course plated dinners.
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
100 Charlotte Ave, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, USA- Spaces for 200-300 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Waterfront
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront sits directly on the Atlantic in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, just steps from the town's boardwalk of shops, restaurants, and entertainment. The recently renovated hotel pairs ocean views and private balconies with a dedicated events floor built for celebrations and gatherings of every kind. At the center of its event offerings is the Cape Ballroom, a 3,000-square-foot oceanfront space that accommodates up to 300 guests for a reception and 200 for a seated banquet. The ballroom divides into breakout rooms for smaller meetings, and onsite audiovisual services support conferences and presentations. Couples can exchange vows against a coastal backdrop, while the venue also hosts showers, reunions, and other small gatherings. In-house catering spans passed hors d'oeuvres to plated dinners, and team-building activities can be arranged on the beach itself. Beyond the boardwalk, guests are within easy reach of downtown Wilmington and nearby Kure Beach, making the hotel a convenient home base for out-of-town wedding and event guests.
Pine Lake Country Club
5504 Lebanon Rd, Mint Hill, NC 28227, USA- Spaces for 75-250 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Country Club
Pine Lake Country Club is a full-service private club established in 1952 on 157 acres in the Mint Hill area of Charlotte, North Carolina. Originally founded as Columbia Country Club, it adopted its current name in 1960 and has grown from a nine-hole layout into a comprehensive recreational and social community. The club's 18-hole championship course — recently redesigned by architect Jeff Lawrence and Aspen Golf — anchors the property. Complementing the golf are six LED-lighted Har-Tru clay courts, a Master Series hard court, four pickleball courts, and a Junior Olympic-size pool complex with a Z-shaped design, 11-foot water slide, and children's wading area. A recently renovated fitness center with a wraparound porch completes the athletic campus. Dining is led by Executive Chef Shay Holmes across multiple venues, ranging from casual fare to a members-only lounge with handcrafted cocktails and a curated menu. The clubhouse and grounds host a full calendar of club events — holiday celebrations, seasonal gatherings — as well as private member-sponsored events accommodating various group sizes.