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  Creekside Lodge and Event Center

  6993 AL-49, Dadeville, AL 36853, USA

  • Spaces for 250-300 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Resort
  • 1 Waterfront

  Creekside Lodge and Conference Center sits on a wooded point along Lake Martin in Dadeville, Alabama, offering event groups a waterfront retreat with 750 miles of shoreline as a backdrop. The property blends lodge-style accommodations with a dedicated event center, making it a natural fit for weddings, corporate gatherings, class reunions, family reunions, and private celebrations of all kinds. The on-site conference and banquet room accommodates gatherings from 12 to 250 guests and features a newly renovated interior. The lake setting provides a striking backdrop for ceremonies and receptions, with an exterior event center area, a dock, a fire pit, and a pool rounding out the grounds. Indoor amenities include a fireplace and deck areas that open to the water. Creekside Lodge also offers 25 guest rooms — including king suites and multi-room grand suites — allowing out-of-town attendees to stay on property. Activities such as kayaking, canoeing, and fishing are available on-site, giving events at the lodge a full-weekend retreat character.

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  Monte Sano State Park Lodge

  5105 Nolen Ave SE, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA

  • Spaces for 300 Guests

  The Monte Sano Event Lodge sits within Monte Sano State Park in Huntsville, Alabama, set on 2,140 acres of mountain terrain with spectacular vistas overlooking the bluff. The facility offers a serene mountain setting for weddings, receptions, corporate meetings, and social events. The lodge includes several distinct spaces: Oak Hall, the primary event room featuring two large hearths and catering kitchen access; Fearn Hall, an entry hall suitable as a dance floor or reception area; the Dogwood Room, well suited for luncheons, meetings, or use as a bridal suite; and the Viduta area, configured for food service and buffet setup. The facility provides 230 chairs and a full complement of rectangular and round tables. Weekend rentals are available as full-day bookings from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., while Monday through Friday rentals start in four-hour increments. The park office can be reached at (256) 534-3757 or by email for event inquiries and quotes.

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  Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion

  1305 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, USA

  • Spaces for 250 Guests

  Set on Greensboro Avenue in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion is a meticulously restored Italianate mansion constructed between 1859 and 1862 by Senator Robert Jemison Jr. as his family city residence. Originally designed to entertain guests and impress political rivals, the mansion now operates as a historical museum and event venue under the stewardship of the Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion Foundation, established in 1992. The mansion is available for weddings, parties, meetings, showers, luncheons, dances, and more — with ceremonies held on the spacious lawn and receptions in the formal parlors and sitting rooms. Photo shoots are also accommodated on an hourly basis, with the property offering more than 150 years of history as a backdrop. The venue is managed by Historic Tuscaloosa and reflects the rich history of early Southern life, with special emphasis on the founding family and Tuscaloosa history.

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  Fort Conde Inn

  165 St Emanuel St, Mobile, AL 36602, USA

  • Spaces for 400 Guests

  Fort Condé Inn is a historic boutique hotel set within a private enclave of elegant early 19th-century homes in the heart of Mobile, Alabama. The property brings together multiple historic structures — including the Hall-Ford House, the Antunez House, and the Monroe House — creating a one-of-a-kind setting where guests can step back in time without sacrificing modern comfort. For weddings and private events, Fort Condé Inn offers both indoor and outdoor gathering spaces steeped in Southern character. The courtyard provides an intimate setting for welcome cocktails, while an outdoor reception area shaded by a chandeliered canopy of oak trees creates a memorable backdrop for ceremonies and receptions. On-site guest accommodations allow the wedding party and out-of-town guests to stay on property, and an in-house chef provides made-to-order breakfast service throughout the stay. Rooted in centuries of family legacy, Fort Condé Inn is well suited for couples seeking an authentic historic venue with the warmth and attentiveness of a private inn.

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  The Beach Club

  925 Beach Club Trail, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA

  • Spaces for 24-220 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 6 Total Spaces

  Gulf Shores Meetings & Group Events Big (or Small) Events Planned with Ease Whether you're planning a cheerleading convention or a 10-person management retreat, leave nothing to chance when you work with Spectrum Resorts at The Beach Club's skilled onsite staff. Our staff creates bespoke events that are tailored to your group's specific requirements and expectations. The Beach Club Resort & Spa is a premier destination for meetings and group events on the Alabama Gulf Coast. It's the ideal setting for a memorable Gulf Shores event, with white-sand beaches, excellent culinary experiences, and pre- and post-event activities to suit all attendee's preferences. When you hire Spectrum Resorts, you can book with confidence, knowing that all of the details, from unique culinary selections to high-quality lodgings, will be taken care of. Sit back and let us show you what it means to stay here, play here and relax here for your next important event. An Event without the Worry Whether you need a location for 300 cheerleaders or a venue for a corporate retreat, The Beach Club Resort & Spa's onsite event team can help you plan a seamless event with a big effect. Spectrum Resorts understands how difficult it is for meeting planners to put together a memorable event, so they combine service and solutions to make it happen. What in store at The Beach Club: - Five Onsite Restaurant and Dining Options (seasonal) - The Spa & Salon - Complimentary Kid’s Activities for Spectrum Guests - The Clubhouse - Heated Indoor Pool - Five Outdoor Pools - 8 Lighted Rubico Tennis Courts - Sand Island - Activity/Basketball Court - Complimentary DVD Rentals for Spectrum Guests - Complimentary Bike Rentals for Spectrum Guests - Shopping at The Village Mercantile - The Village Creamery - The Village Lawn (seasonal) - Clean Coverlet with Every Stay

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  Stewartfield

  4307 Old Shell Rd, Mobile, AL 36608, USA

  • Spaces for 350-500 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 space at this venue

  Stewartfield is a Greek Revival raised cottage resting on the western edge of Spring Hill College's campus in Mobile, Alabama. The property offers a captivating view down the century-old Avenue of the Oaks, one of Mobile's historic landmarks. Inside, a long and spacious entrance hall welcomes guests and connects the primary entertainment rooms at the front and rear of the home. The stately semi-circular ballroom at the rear serves as the largest formal dining and reception area, tastefully decorated with period antiques — including a massive square piano and portraits of religious leaders associated with the College. Outdoors, a beautifully landscaped patio features iron tables and chairs, a decorative fountain, and electrical access for music or a caterer's equipment. Stewartfield accommodates up to 350 guests and permits off-site catering, making it well suited for weddings, receptions, and private celebrations.

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  Mobile Carnival Museum

  355 Government St, Mobile, AL 36602, USA

  • Spaces for 150-225 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Historic Space

  The Mobile Carnival Museum is housed in the historic Bernstein-Bush mansion on Government Street in downtown Mobile, Alabama — six blocks from the Convention Center and two blocks from the Civic Center. Opened in 2005 by the Mobile Carnival Association, the museum chronicles more than 300 years of Carnival and Mardi Gras traditions through 14 gallery rooms, a pictorial hallway, a theater, a den, and a gift shop, all set within a registered historic building featuring original pine floors, detailed crown molding, and exquisite chandeliers. The venue offers private event rental for both daytime and evening functions. The centerpiece event space, The Den, accommodates up to 200 guests for receptions and 150 for seated dinners, with a retractable chandelier awning and vendor load-in access. A rear grassy area can accommodate tents for expanded party size, and Franklin Street can be closed and tented with City approval for larger gatherings. Rental packages include full museum access, on-site tables and chairs, an event coordinator, a security guard from the Mobile Police Department, and normal janitorial services. Museum displays remain open to guests during events, and docent-guided tours are available upon request.

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  DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham

  808 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA

  • Spaces for 150-800 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 3 Hotels
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB occupies a contemporary 295-room tower on the campus of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, two blocks from UAB Hospital and within a mile of downtown Birmingham landmarks including Railroad Park, the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, and the Alabama Theatre. The hotel offers 16,000 square feet of flexible event space across a pillar-free ballroom, multiple meeting rooms, a large pre-function lobby, and an outdoor patio. The Hamilton Ballroom accommodates up to 800 guests in theater configuration and can be divided into two independent sections for smaller gatherings, while the Skipwith room and Blazer's Grill Patio provide additional options for breakout sessions and outdoor receptions. On-site catering and an experienced event planning team support corporate conferences, social celebrations, and university gatherings. Dining is available at Blazer's Grill, led by Executive Chef Bryan Williams and featuring regional cuisine, alongside an on-site Starbucks. The hotel also provides a 24-hour fitness center, an outdoor pool, free airport shuttle service, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.

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  Anniston City Meeting Center

  1615 Noble St, Anniston, AL 36201, USA

  • Spaces for 16-1,280 Guests
  • 2 Event Spaces
  • 5 Meeting Spaces

  The Anniston City Meeting Center is a conference and event facility owned and operated by the City of Anniston, Alabama, located at 1615 Noble Street in downtown Anniston. As the largest event space in Calhoun County, the center offers 13,000 square feet of versatile space suitable for corporate meetings, seminars, banquets, receptions, and social celebrations. The facility's centerpiece is Anniston Hall, a 12,792-square-foot main hall that accommodates up to 900 guests in a theater arrangement, 520 for banquets, or 1,280 for receptions. Three carpeted meeting rooms — Meeting Rooms A, B, and C — each seat between 72 and 150 guests, making them well-suited for breakout sessions, smaller conferences, and private gatherings. The Pre/Post Function Area provides an additional 3,312 square feet for up to 300 reception guests, while the Victoria Board Room offers an intimate executive setting for up to 16 attendees with wall seating for 15 more. The center is equipped with audio-visual technology throughout and can accommodate events ranging from intimate board meetings to large-scale receptions of more than 1,000 guests.

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  The Depot off Main

  110 Museum Ave, Dothan, AL 36303, USA

  • Spaces for 50-200 Guests
  • 1 Bar
  • 2 Event Spaces
  • 2 Historic Spaces

  The Depot Off Main is a restored 100-year-old freight train depot situated in the heart of downtown Dothan, Alabama. Owner David Parker and his family undertook the building's restoration, transforming this piece of Dothan's history into a distinctive event venue that radiates downtown charm throughout every corner of the property. The venue features two banquet rooms, one of which includes a stage, along with a Parlor Room furnished with antiques. Smaller celebrations find a home in the Blumberg Room and Newberry Room, each accommodating up to 50 guests. The Newberry Room offers a full kitchen, a separate bar area, and access to the Parlor Room, while the Blumberg Room includes a warming kitchen and dedicated dining furnishings. The Depot Off Main provides a professional sound system, WiFi, tables, chairs, linens, and commercial kitchen access as part of its event packages. Clients are welcome to bring outside vendors, caterers, and coordinators, and the venue handles setup and post-event cleanup.

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  Boutwell Auditorium

  1930 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

  • Spaces for 1,000-4,770 Guests
  • 1 Landmark
  • 1 Theater
  • 2 Total Spaces

  Boutwell Auditorium is a 4,300-seat multipurpose arena in the heart of downtown Birmingham, Alabama, situated adjacent to Linn Park and surrounded by the city's arts and entertainment district. Built in art deco style, the venue features spacious marble inner and outer lobbies, a concert-sized stage with versatile sound and lighting, and flexible seating configurations for arena and theater formats. Two primary event spaces serve a wide range of gatherings: the Main Auditorium, which accommodates up to 4,300 guests for concerts, galas, exhibits, and corporate events, and the Exhibition Hall, which holds up to 1,000 guests theater style and overlooks the fountain and greenway of Linn Park. A conference room, lobby, foyer, and Garden Walk round out the venue's rental inventory for smaller meetings and receptions. Boutwell Auditorium has hosted concerts, weddings, banquets, theatrical productions, corporate conferences, job fairs, fashion shows, sports events, and trade shows. The venue is certified as a KultureCity sensory-inclusive space and offers professional on-site staff, an in-house ticket office, and approved catering partners for events requiring food service.

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  The Old Greenhouse

  909 N Brindlee Mountain Pkwy, Arab, AL 35016, USA

  • Spaces for 300 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Historic Space

  The Old Greenhouse is a multi-award winning event venue set on six acres of landscaped grounds in Arab, Alabama. Housed in a repurposed nursery, the facility offers 10,000 square feet of fully climate-controlled indoor space across two distinct rooms, alongside expansive outdoor areas that include a lighted rustic barn, a pond, and manicured grounds suitable for ceremonies and receptions. The main hall, known as The Old Greenhouse, accommodates up to 300 guests for weddings, meetings, and receptions. A second, more intimate indoor space — the Sunroom — serves smaller gatherings such as parties, showers, and intimate weddings. Both rooms share access to a bride's dressing lounge, a groom's dressing lounge, and a courtesy serving kitchen. The venue is well suited for weddings as well as business, community, and private events, offering a distinctive repurposed-nursery setting with both indoor flexibility and generous outdoor grounds.

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  Mountain View Farms Weddings & Events

  1580 Slasham Rd, Ashville, AL 35953, USA

  • Spaces for 400 Guests

  Mountain View Farms of Ashville is a full-service, all-inclusive wedding destination set on a private 110-acre estate in Ashville, Alabama. Owned and operated by Certified Wedding Planners Jeff and Sheila Caddell — the first couple ever married on the property — the farm offers a scenic landscape of rolling land, a lakeside ceremony tree, and a covered reception pavilion. Four ceremony locations allow couples to choose the setting that fits their vision, with the Southern Oak Ceremony Tree beside the lake serving as the estate's signature spot. Every wedding package includes professional planning, custom styling and floral design, catering, a wedding cake, day-of coordination, and access to more than 4,000 pieces of on-site décor. Saturday weddings include a fireworks display.

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  Hampton Cove Wedding Plantation

  823 Cherry Tree Rd, Gurley, AL 35748, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Barn
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Hampton Cove Wedding Venue is a veteran family-owned property set on 23 acres in Huntsville, Alabama, just 15 minutes from downtown and nestled below the surrounding mountain views. Established in 2012 by Carla and Greg Dorough, the venue is managed by their daughter Heather Dorough, a certified wedding planner, who oversees each event from planning through to the celebration. The property hosts ceremonies and receptions for gatherings of 50 to 200 guests across three distinct event spaces: a 4,500-square-foot air-conditioned reception hall, an outdoor Shady Grove ceremony site with natural shade coverage, and a White Barn ceremony site for inclement weather. Venue packages range from DIY to full coordination, with vendor flexibility permitted throughout. Included amenities across the property span Chiavari chairs and tables, three large chandeliers with dimmable string lights, a bar station, commercial kitchen prep area, bridal suite with private restroom, outdoor games and patio, and wheelchair-accessible restrooms.

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  Bellingrath Gardens

  12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd, Theodore, AL 36582, USA

  • Spaces for 80 Guests
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Estate
  • 1 Garden

  Bellingrath Gardens and Home is a 65-acre estate on the Gulf Coast in Theodore, Alabama, about 20 miles south of Mobile. Originally developed as a private retreat by Walter and Bessie Bellingrath, the gardens first opened to the public on April 7, 1932, and have welcomed visitors year-round ever since. The estate encompasses sweeping formal gardens — including the Rose Garden, Camellia Parterre, and Conservatory — alongside the English Renaissance-style Bellingrath Home Museum, completed in 1935 by architect George B. Rogers. Bellingrath offers private event rentals for weddings, corporate gatherings, and organizational events. Wedding ceremonies and receptions are available through all seasons across the estate's garden settings, with a 1939 chapel available for small ceremonies. Indoor events are hosted in the Magnolia Room, which accommodates up to 80 guests and is located adjacent to the Magnolia Café. The Fowl River Pavilion provides a waterfront option with river views. A basic facility rental includes admission for 100 guests, parking, and a complimentary shuttle.

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  Swann Lake Stables

  4291 Sicard Hollow Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242, USA

  • Spaces for 250-300 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Barn
  • 2 Total Spaces

  Swann Lake Stables is a barn and outdoor event venue nestled in Cahaba Heights, a suburb of Birmingham, Alabama, along the banks of the Little Cahaba River. Built in 2004 by owners Alex and Marjorie Jones on a property with historical ties to Theodore Swann — a prominent Birmingham businessman of the 1920s — the stables transitioned from horse boarding to an exclusive events destination serving weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers, and corporate gatherings. The venue's Upper Barn features exposed timber beams, a grand stone fireplace, a built-in bar with an iron chandelier, an indoor balcony, and a stone patio that wraps around one side of the building. Manicured lawns and riding arena grounds extend the usable event space outdoors, with the river setting providing a scenic backdrop for ceremony photos. Combined, the property accommodates up to 250 guests for ceremonies and up to 300 guests for receptions. Rental includes tables and chairs for up to 250 guests, four hours of traffic security, and a three-day access window spanning setup, event day, and breakdown. Clients may choose their own photographer, florist, caterer, band, or DJ, with alcohol service through the venue's designated bartending partner.

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  The Social at Athletic Club Alabama

  3250 Leeman Ferry Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA

  • Spaces for 2,000 Guests

  The Social at Athletic Club Alabama is the dining and private events venue within Athletic Club Alabama, located at 3250 Leeman Ferry Rd. SW in Huntsville, Alabama. The club was founded in spring 2010 when Huntsville native Alex Rafiee and local tennis pro Eddie Jacques purchased and renovated the former Huntsville Athletic Club, transforming it into what the club describes as the premier racquet club in North Alabama. The Social serves as the social hub of the facility, offering lunch and dinner alongside private event hosting. The venue accommodates special events and private parties by reservation, with a dedicated events team handling bookings for weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, and celebrations of all kinds. Set within a full-service athletic club offering tennis, pickleball, and fitness programming, The Social provides a distinctive setting that pairs restaurant-caliber dining with the amenities of a country club environment.

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  Montgomery Marriott Prattville at Capitol Hill

  2500 Legends Cir, Prattville, AL 36066, USA

  • Spaces for 622-1,011 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Resort

  The Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel & Conference Center at Capitol Hill is a full-service resort hotel set on 1,600 wooded acres in Prattville, Alabama, overlooking the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Capitol Hill. The property is owned by the Retirement Systems of Alabama and managed by Marriott International, combining resort-style surroundings with full conference and event capabilities. The hotel offers more than 20,000 square feet of meeting and event space across 13 rooms, accommodating gatherings from intimate breakout sessions to large-scale weddings and conferences. The signature Legends Ballroom spans 8,250 square feet and seats up to 622 guests for banquets, with views of the championship golf course. In-house catering and a dedicated events team support planning from initial inquiry through event day. Guests and attendees also have access to the Oak Tavern restaurant, which serves Southern-inspired fare and features a covered patio with fire pits and golf course views. Additional amenities include a fitness center, outdoor pool, and 74 guest rooms and suites, along with eight-bedroom villas for group accommodations.

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  Woodrow Hall

  5504 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35212, USA

  • Spaces for 25-400 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 2 Event Spaces
  • 3 Historic Spaces

  Originally constructed in 1914 as a Masonic lodge in Birmingham's Woodlawn community, Woodrow Hall has been carefully restored to preserve its vintage character while adding modern conveniences. The building's exposed brick, high ceilings, century-old wood floors, and hand-hewn beams create a distinctive backdrop for a wide range of events — from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Three event spaces span the second and third floors, accommodating groups of 25 to 200 seated guests, or up to 400 for standing receptions. The Azalea Room and Magnolia Room share the second floor, suited to smaller affairs and private functions, while the Compass Ballroom on the third floor serves as the venue's signature space for weddings, receptions, and corporate events. Woodrow Hall offers all-inclusive event packages that cover catering, custom cake and treat design, floral arrangements, event coordination, and bartending services. A large foyer with exposed brick, elevator access, and on-site parking for 75 vehicles round out the facility's offerings. The venue is located at 5504 1st Avenue North, about seven minutes from downtown Birmingham.

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  Trussville Park & Recreation

  5381 Trussville Clay Rd, Trussville, AL 35173, USA

  • Spaces for 96-768 Guests
  • 3 Meeting Spaces
  • 1 Convention Center

  The Trussville Civic Center, operated by the City of Trussville Parks & Recreation Department, is a full-service event facility located at 5381 Trussville Clay Road in Trussville, Alabama. The center serves the Greater Birmingham area, offering flexible spaces for weddings, receptions, corporate meetings, community gatherings, and private celebrations. The facility features five distinct event rooms — the Fireside 1, Fireside 2, Fireside 3, Lily 1, and Lily 2 — along with a large Exhibition Hall that accommodates up to 304 banquet guests (768 theater-style) and includes an additional 182 stadium seats in a balcony overlooking the floor. Rooms can be combined into larger configurations, with the full Fireside Suite seating up to 144 banquet guests and the complete facility accommodating events of any scale. Each rental includes tables, chairs, setup, cleanup, and state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment — featuring PCs in every room, HDMI, Apple AirPlay, and microphones — installed in 2024. The center works with a curated list of approved caterers and provides 350+ complimentary parking spaces on site. ADA-accessible throughout, the Trussville Civic Center is managed by a dedicated events team available to guide clients from booking through event day.

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