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  Hadden Estate

  1150 Cliff Dawson Rd, Watkinsville, GA 30677, USA

  • Spaces for 22-200 Guests
  • 3 Bars
  • 1 Hotel
  • 7 Total Spaces

  Set on 25 acres of rolling blueberry fields just outside Athens, Georgia, Hadden Estate is a versatile event venue built for celebrations of every kind. From corporate gatherings and milestone birthdays to reunions, galas, and private parties, our property offers a setting where sweeping farmland views meet thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces. Six distinct spaces give hosts the flexibility to shape an event entirely their own. The Estate Room offers a polished setting for formal dinners and seated receptions, while The Pavilion provides a covered, open-air space ideal for larger gatherings, rain or clear skies. The Courtyard brings intimate charm with stone accents, perfect for cocktail hours or smaller gatherings, and The Blueberry Field serves as the estate's signature outdoor setting, offering sweeping views for ceremonies, receptions, or al fresco dining. The Lodge rounds out the property with a warm, welcoming space for rehearsal dinners, meetings, or intimate get-togethers, while The Oak Room offers an intimate indoor space perfect for hosting smaller gatherings. Because these spaces are designed to work together, hosts can move guests seamlessly from one setting to the next, creating a natural flow across cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing, all without leaving the property. Our team provides white glove planning support and flexible vendor packages, so every host can personalize their event without added stress. Schedule a tour today and discover why Hadden Estate is quickly becoming a go-to destination for events across Georgia.

  $7,000 min

  Avg response time 2-4 hrs

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  The State Botanical Garden of Georgia

  2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605, USA

  • Spaces for 250-300 Guests

  Just three miles from downtown Athens, Ga., the State Botanical Garden of Georgia at the University of Georgia offers a variety of venues suitable for weddings and other special events. The garden’s facilities are catering-friendly and accommodate everything from business meetings to weddings. To speak with someone about reservations, please contact us at 706-542-6467 or sbgrent@uga.edu. The Day Chapel Enjoy the beauty and intimacy of the State Botanical Garden’s Cecil B. Day Chapel for your special event. The space, designed to harmonize with the surrounding hardwood forest, features a welcoming interior bathed in natural light. An elaborately carved glass and mahogany entrance provides the picture-perfect gateway to a truly memorable experience. Outstanding acoustics accompany the Chapel’s visual beauty. The reception hall downstairs and its dining area extends onto a gorgeous patio. The Chapel was given graciously to the garden by the family of Cecil B. Day. We hope it will come to mean as much to you as it does to them. The Great Room The State Botanical Garden’s tropical collection provides beauty to the Visitor Center & Conservatory year-round. No matter the season, the Conservatory’s Great Room offers the premier space to host a wedding, high school prom or company gathering. With high glass ceilings and exotic greenery, the setting becomes more spectacular after sunset. Additionally, the Great Room is only a short walk away from the Day Chapel, making it a magnificent place for a wedding reception. The Porcelain and Decorative Arts Museum The Porcelain and Decorative Arts Museum is the newest world-class facility at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. The porcelain pieces on display highlight works inspired by nature, particularly flowers, butterflies and birds. The two-story 8,750 square foot facility includes beautiful gallery spaces and a large classroom that opens onto the display gardens to expand the learning experience. The classroom also provides a fully equipped meeting space for digital presentations and special events. The Terrace Room The Terrace Room, located downstairs in the Garden Club of Georgia, is a versatile space, suitable for everything from a business presentation to a wedding. The decor provided by the Garden Club of Georgia adds a special sophistication to events. The expansive brick terrace overlooks the Discovery and Inspiration Garden. With the magnificence of its stately ballroom, the Terrace Room is sure to impress guests at your next dinner, lecture, reception, celebration or company retreat.

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  255 Milledge | Hardeman-Sams House

  255 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605, USA

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  Georgian Hall

  247 E Washington St, Athens, GA 30601, USA

  • Spaces for 60-250 Guests
  • 3 Event Spaces

  Georgian Hall, a charming ballroom nestled in the heart of downtown Athens, provides a classic setting and enchanting backdrop for special events of any kind. Whether you are looking for an upscale rehearsal dinner or wedding venue or simply a place to host a casual celebration or gathering of friends, we can customize our services to meet your needs. Located inside the historic Georgian building, the ballroom has operated as a prominent special events facility serving Athens and the surrounding areas for more than 100 years. True to the eclectic nature of this beloved town, but considerate of the Southern hospitality and charm of which our great state is known, we pride ourselves in creating a unique and unforgettable experience for clients and their guests. From delicious food catered through our award-winning adjacent restaurant to locally brewed craft beers and outstanding service, we offer a truly remarkable “Athens” experience.

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Georgia Museum of Art

  90 Carlton St, Athens, GA 30602, USA

  • Spaces for 40-300 Guests
  • 4 Museums
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 4 Total Spaces

  The Georgia Museum of Art, located on the University of Georgia campus in Athens, has welcomed visitors since 1945 as one of the state's premier fine art institutions. Its collection of approximately 20,000 works spans centuries and cultures, and the museum operates as a free public resource open six days a week. For private events, the museum offers four distinctive spaces suited to a range of celebrations and gatherings. The Grand Hall accommodates up to 300 guests for receptions and 250 for seated dinners in an elegant, light-filled setting with garden views. The Sculpture Garden provides an outdoor backdrop for ceremonies and luncheons of up to 170 guests. The M. Smith Griffith Auditorium seats 196 and supports performances and presentations with full audiovisual capabilities. The Education Center, with its floor-to-ceiling windows, works well for meetings and smaller gatherings of up to 75. All rentals include a dedicated venue manager, event layout assistance, VIP parking, guest Wi-Fi, and tables and chairs. Spaces can be combined to create multi-part events — a ceremony in the garden followed by a reception in the Grand Hall, for instance — and a team of event specialists coordinates the logistics.

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  Saucehouse Barbecue

  830 W Broad St, Athens, GA 30601, USA

  • Spaces for 100 Guests

  Saucehouse is a Southern barbecue catering operation based in Athens, Georgia, founded in 2013 near the University of Georgia campus. The business built its reputation on slow-smoked pork, tender chicken, and smoked brisket — all served with signature house-made sauces — before transitioning from a Broad Street restaurant to focus exclusively on catering and to-go pickup. Saucehouse brings Southern barbecue to weddings, corporate events, birthday celebrations, Greek Life gatherings, tailgates, and family occasions throughout Athens and the surrounding region. Two service tiers are available: full-service catering, where staff handle setup and cleanup, and pick-up or drop-off packages for smaller gatherings. Bar service, appetizers, and desserts round out the offering, giving planners flexibility from intimate dinners to large crowd events.

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  Live Wire Athens

  227 W Dougherty St, Athens, GA 30601, USA

  • Spaces for 350 Guests

  Live Wire Athens is a family-owned event venue in downtown Athens, Georgia, founded by Daniel Robertson Jr. and his brothers, who brought backgrounds in music and hospitality from Savannah. The venue serves a broad range of events — from weddings and corporate gatherings to live music shows, gameday celebrations, and private parties — within a setting that pairs modern sound and lighting technology with full bar service and flexible catering arrangements. The property includes Robertson Hall, featuring a dance floor suited to receptions, The Parlor with a full bar setup well suited to cocktail hours, and the Garden Courtyard, an outdoor space that is also pet-friendly. On-premise parking is available, with valet service offered upon request, and the location on West Dougherty Street puts guests within walking distance of downtown breweries and other attractions.

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  The Taylor Grady House

  634 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 30601, USA

  • Spaces for 8-350 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 5 Total Spaces

  Built in 1844 and designated a National Historic Landmark, Taylor-Grady House sits at 634 Prince Avenue in Athens, Georgia. The Greek Revival mansion — recognized by its thirteen fluted Doric columns, original hardwood floors, and hand-poured glass windows — has hosted gatherings for nearly two centuries and now serves as a living heritage space held in trust for the people of Athens-Clarke County. The property offers a range of spaces suited to private events of many kinds: a bright, column-lined ballroom for up to 80 guests; a covered front porch and open grounds that accommodate receptions and ceremonies of 28 to 225; smaller meeting rooms and parlors for intimate gatherings; and a historic dove cote and kitchen for open-fire cooking experiences. Weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate retreats, milestone celebrations, and private dinners have all found a home here. Beyond private bookings, Taylor-Grady House makes its spaces available at reduced or no cost to nonprofits, civic organizations, and neighborhood groups — a reflection of the organization's commitment to community as much as its architecture.

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  Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area

  500 College Ave, Athens, GA 30601, USA

  • Spaces for 12-250 Guests
  • 1 Bar
  • 3 Hotels
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Hotel Indigo Athens is a boutique hotel in downtown Athens, Georgia, blending modern farmstead architecture with Southern hospitality and a deep appreciation for local culture. The property draws music aficionados, worldly travelers, and trend-setters with art-centric spaces and high-end service across 130 guest rooms. For private events, the hotel offers three distinct event spaces and an open-air courtyard. The Rialto Club spans 6,000 square feet across two connected areas designed in the spirit of 1920s-era cocktail bars, with ornate tin ceilings, chandeliers, and vintage leather seating — accommodating up to 120 seated or 250 standing guests. The Solarium is a glass-walled room flooded with natural light, suited for intimate dinners and cocktail hours of up to 40 seated or 70 standing guests. A private Boardroom seats 12 for corporate meetings and presentations. In-house catering is available for events of 60 guests or fewer, with a curated list of approved local caterers for larger gatherings. On-site bar service and The Madison Bar and Bistro round out the food and beverage offerings.

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  The Classic Center

  300 N Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601, USA

  • Spaces for 3,000-6,000 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  The Classic Center, a GBAC STARTM Certified facility, has been a fixture in the Athens community for over 25 years. The hotel is conveniently placed in the heart of Athens, Georgia. The Classic Center is the ideal location for any conference, convention, sporting event, wedding, or special occasion, with local shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as our own entertainment activities. Weddings The Classic Center makes each wedding and reception the celebration of your dreams, from a magnificent banquet with hundreds of guests in the Athena Ballrooms to the most private wedding ceremonies in the Foundry Building. The Classic Center offers all-inclusive reception packages that include facility rental of your event space, guest seating tables and banquet chairs, a dance floor and stage for your band to get the celebration started, and a talented Event Planner to make your big day one-of-a-kind. Levy, the in-house caterer, provides a table-side served gourmet dinner that is sure to please. Guests will enjoy served hors d'oeuvres, a delectable, custom-crafted wedding cake, and skilled bartenders serving your bespoke Levy Alcohol Package. Your Catering Consultant may be able to customize your menu to match the specifics of your reception. The wedding planning process is something to savor. From location selection to menu customization, The Classic Center and Levy strive to please not only by making your guests feel welcome on your wedding day, but also by partnering with you throughout the process so you may feel at ease and calm during this wonderful time! Meetings & Conferences In a venue that offers new and modern spaces perfectly coupled with restored historical architecture, the Classic Center brings together state-of-the-art technology and unparalleled customer service. The Classic Center in Athens is the ideal location for a successful event in a unique setting, with 5 main highways and 2 interstates connecting Athens to the Atlanta and Greenville-Spartanburg International airports.

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  Hotel Indigo Athens, Georgia

  500 College Ave, Athens, GA 30601, USA

  • Spaces for 250 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  With our modern agricultural architectural style, Hotel Indigo Athens enriches the downtown cityscape. Its boutique hideaway charms international visitors, music connoisseurs, and trend-setters with our high-end service and elegant, art-centric spaces, which combine Southern hospitality with a profound appreciation for local culture. Weddings For good cause, the Hotel Indigo Athens is the talk of the town for weddings. When you say "I do" to our elegant event spaces and luxurious accommodations, you're inviting a new level of hospitality and convenience into your wedding preparations. Allow our creative team to work behind the scenes to bring your vision for your special day to reality. It's the tiny elements that make a huge impression, from lovely weddings under the stars to gorgeous parties tailored to your style. Our one-of-a-kind venues provide the ideal setting for all of your wedding celebrations. Celebrate your made-for-you moments in places that are one-of-a-kind and one-of-a-kind, just like you. We'll customize the atmosphere for you, whether it's an intimate ceremony in The Grand Courtyard or a grandiose reception in the Rialto Club. When you marry with us, you're introducing Southern hospitality and warmth into your special day. To put it another way, no request is too great, and no detail is too tiny. Meetings Hotel Indigo Athens offers a fully comprehensive meeting experience that elevates the unique charisma of our versatile Athens meeting venues. Created for those who meet with purpose and passion, Hotel Indigo Athens offers a fully comprehensive meeting experience that elevates the unique charisma of our versatile Athens meeting venues. We've developed hubs for forward-thinking innovation and laid-back celebration through skilled service, cutting-edge technology, and identifiable ambience.

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• Five & Ten

  1073 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605, USA

  • Spaces for 44 Guests

  Five & Ten is a Southern restaurant in Athens, Georgia, set in a historic home on South Milledge Avenue. Approaching its 25th anniversary, the restaurant is led by owner Peter Dale — a lifelong Athens resident who began his career at Five & Ten as an apprentice under founding chef Hugh Acheson — and executive chef Burns Sullivan, a Northeast Georgia native who trained under James Beard Award-winning chefs across the South and in New York. The kitchen focuses on Southern comfort food approached with refinement, reviving beloved dishes like Frogmore stew and watermelon-feta salad alongside contemporary Southern cuisine. The historic home setting accommodates private events of varying scale, from intimate luncheons to full-buyout celebrations, with audio-visual capabilities available for corporate gatherings.

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