Top Mississippi Opening Party Venues

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  Full Speed Patio and Lounge

  301 S Toulme St, Bay St Louis, MS 39520, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album

  Full Speed Patio & Lounge is a locally owned neighborhood bar, lounge, and event space in the heart of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. Designed around the idea of comfortable luxury, Full Speed offers an elevated atmosphere that still feels relaxed, welcoming, and easy to enjoy. It’s a place where guests can settle in, enjoy great drinks and food, and experience a polished setting without losing the warmth and personality of a neighborhood gathering spot. Our spacious covered patio and inviting indoor lounge create a versatile setting for everything from casual afternoons and happy hours to live music, trivia, Bingo Shannon Style, game nights, themed events, and community gatherings. Our menu features approachable light bites and casual favorites alongside a full bar offering craft cocktails, beer, wine, seasonal selections, and rotating specials. Full Speed Patio & Lounge is also available as a rentable event venue for private parties, showers, birthdays, corporate gatherings, celebrations, meetings, fundraisers, and special events. Our flexible indoor and outdoor spaces can be customized to fit a variety of occasions, giving hosts the ability to create an experience that feels both stylish and personal. Beverage packages, food options, entertainment, and other event details can be tailored to help make each gathering unique. Whether you’re stopping in for lunch, meeting friends for happy hour, enjoying live music on the patio, hosting a private celebration, or simply looking for a comfortable place to unwind, Full Speed is designed to feel like a little escape — combining laid-back coastal hospitality with comfortable luxury. Full Speed Patio & Lounge — good drinks, good people, memorable experiences, and always something happening.

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  The Parlour on Lorraine

  8910 Lorraine Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album

  The Parlour on Lorraine is an exclusive and intimate micro-event venue located in Gulfport, Mississippi, set to open in June 2023. Our founders, Kristie McCready and Chandra Woodward, with over 15 years of customer service experience, aim to provide personalized and seamless experiences for every client. The Parlour is an eclectic space that works closely with local vendors to create a unique and unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

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  Riverwalk Casino Hotel

  1046 Warrenton Rd, Vicksburg, MS 39180, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Our beautifully designed events venue, just steps from our luxurious hotel and thrilling casino, is the perfect backdrop for banquets, corporate events and conventions, meetings, trade shows and more. We’re experienced in all areas of event planning and our fully-staffed events team will be at your service from start to finish—ready to assist with every detail, to ensure your gathering is a success. Our chef-selected catering options are available in a range of price points to accommodate budgets and groups of every size, and we’re happy to work with you to create the perfect menu. Contact us today to discuss all the ways we can help bring your vision for the perfect event to life.

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  Oak Hill Estate

  Summit, MS, USA

  The stately home, originally built in 1820, is beautifully maintained and ideal for photos, getting ready, and much more. Oak Hill Estate hosts both a historic home and a banquet space on its premises. The house is approximately 2,600 square feet while the banquet space is about 6,700 square feet. The exterior of the estate is meticulously cared for, showcasing green lawns and landscaped gardens. Inside, neutral white walls welcome any wedding theme and charming chandeliers light up parlor rooms. Couples will have separate get-ready spaces, each with their own aesthetic. The kitchen comes fully equipped with cooking facilities and, from the house, an artistic wall of refurbished doors leads to the event area. Ceremonies can take place indoors or out, and the same goes for receptions. Couples holding their wedding celebration at Oak Hill Estate will have the opportunity to rent various useful additions from the venue’s collection. These may include chairs, tables, chandeliers, centerpieces, bistro tables, and many other items. Two set packages are available. Each of these offers two-day rental blocks as well as seating provisions. In addition to weddings, this venue is pleased to host social gatherings, parties, reunions, retreats, and more. Everything from elopements to vow renewals can be accommodated at Oak Hill Estate. To provide an inclusive solution, the property is fitted with ADA accessible features. Couples and their guests will not have to worry about losing phone re

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  Pearl River Resort

  13550 MS-16, Philadelphia, MS 39350, USA

  • Spaces for 14-2,500 Guests
  • 14 Hotels
  • 2 Ballrooms
  • 16 Total Spaces

  Pearl River Resort is a casino and hotel destination owned by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians in Choctaw, Mississippi. As one of the premier convention facilities in the Southeast, the resort offers more than 75,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space across two casino-hotel properties — Golden Moon Hotel & Casino and Silver Star Hotel & Casino — capable of accommodating groups of up to 2,100 guests. The Silver Star Convention Center anchors large-scale gatherings, with a Grand Ballroom measuring just under 25,000 square feet. Across both properties, the meeting portfolio spans multiple breakout rooms, boardrooms, and pre-function lobby space, all backed by a professional sales and convention services team. An on-site audio visual team handles presentations, lighting, and virtual setups, while Pearl River Graphics Printing produces signage and conference materials without leaving the resort. Groups also have access to a full-service spa and salon at Silver Star, dining across multiple restaurants and lounges at both casino properties, championship golf at Dancing Rabbit Golf Club, and complimentary valet parking for all resort guests.

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  Tunica RiverPark

  Tunica County River Park, 1 Riverpark Dr , Robinsonville, MS 38664, Robinsonville, MS 38664, United States

  • Spaces for 150-750 Guests
  • 2 Museums
  • 1 Event Space
  • 2 Total Spaces

  Tunica RiverPark & Museum sits on 130 acres along the banks of the Mississippi River in Tunica, Mississippi, offering a distinctive waterfront setting for weddings, receptions, and corporate events. The property encompasses a museum, aquarium, Meander Gardens, a boat launch, riverboat cruises, and nearly two miles of boardwalk trails through delta wetlands — giving events here a natural backdrop unlike a conventional ballroom or hotel. Two dedicated rental spaces serve a wide range of group sizes. The Event Hall accommodates up to 750 guests for large weddings, birthday celebrations, and conferences. The Meeting Room is suited for more intimate gatherings of up to 150, including small weddings, seminars, and private parties. An outdoor pavilion provides an additional option for smaller outdoor events. Panoramic views of the Mississippi River are accessible from all event areas throughout the park.

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  Vicksburg Convention Center

  1600 Mulberry St, Vicksburg, MS 39180, USA

  • Spaces for 800-2,200 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Meeting Space
  • 2 Convention Centers

  The Vicksburg Convention Center sits in the heart of historic downtown Vicksburg, Mississippi, offering a two-level event facility with more than 17,000 square feet of versatile space. The venue accommodates gatherings ranging from intimate board meetings of 10 guests to large-scale events of up to 2,000, and earned the Prime Site Award from Facilities & Destinations Magazine for 2023. The main Exhibit Hall spans more than 15,000 square feet of column-free space, seating up to 1,250 guests banquet-style or 2,200 theater-style. The Meeting Room Level provides over 8,000 square feet across seven soundproof rooms that can be combined or partitioned for groups of 15 to 800. Weddings, conferences, trade shows, galas, and community celebrations are all part of the center's regular programming. Seazand Dreams Catering handles in-house food and beverage services, and the facility provides complimentary high-speed internet, free on-site parking, and virtual or hybrid meeting accommodations at no additional cost. The downtown location places guests within walking distance of Vicksburg's shops, restaurants, museums, and parks.

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  Natchez Grand Hotel & Suites

  111 N Broadway St, Natchez, MS 39120, USA

  • Spaces for 30-300 Guests
  • 7 Hotels
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 6 Meeting Spaces

  Natchez Grand Hotel & Suites stands atop the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River in the heart of historic downtown Natchez, Mississippi, directly across from the Natchez Convention Center. The largest boutique hotel in downtown Natchez, the property features 119 guest rooms and eighteen luxury suites, all appointed with hand-crafted mattresses, custom furnishings, and in-room amenities. For events, the hotel offers approximately 5,000 square feet of meeting and ballroom space across seven configurable rooms, accommodating groups from under 30 to more than 230 guests. The Grand Ballroom seats up to 165 for banquets and 215 for receptions, and subdivides into the Carolyn Room and Rose Room for smaller gatherings. A separate conference wing — bookable as a full 2,168-square-foot suite or as individual rooms — supports corporate meetings, workshops, and breakout sessions. In-house catering, audiovisual technology, and dedicated event planning assistance are available for all functions.

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  Biloxi Visitor's Center

  1050 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39530, USA

  • Spaces for 10-225 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Landmark
  • 4 Total Spaces

  The Biloxi Visitors Center is a 24,000-square-foot civic landmark on Beach Boulevard alongside the historic Biloxi Lighthouse on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Opened in July 2011, the building was designed to evoke the Dantzler House, a historic antebellum home lost to Hurricane Katrina, with two-story columned porches, a grand staircase, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The facility is available for private parties, corporate functions, weddings, and other celebrations. Its rental options include a second-floor ballroom that accommodates up to 225 guests for receptions — with a dedicated dance floor, connecting meeting rooms, a wraparound porch overlooking the lighthouse and the Mississippi Sound, and kitchen access. A 64-seat theater and several smaller meeting rooms extend the venue's capacity to gatherings of all sizes.

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  Mississippi Aquarium

  2100 E Beach Blvd, Gulfport, MS 39501, USA

  • Spaces for 100 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Are you looking for the perfect venue to host your event? Look no further than Mississippi Aquarium! We have several unique spaces on our campus that are perfect for small and large gatherings alike. The Events Services Team is here to help guide you through the planning process from space selection to menu.

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  Duling Hall

  622 Duling Ave, Jackson, MS 39216, USA

  • Spaces for 250-500 Guests
  • 1 Landmark
  • 1 Theater
  • 1 Historic Space

  Duling Hall is a historic 1928 venue in the Fondren district of Jackson, Mississippi, housed in what was originally an elementary school. The building retains its stained glass windows and distinctive architectural character, earning it a reputation as "Jackson's Historic Gathering Place" and an award-winning live music and events venue recognized for its intimate feel and acoustics. The main hall accommodates up to 250 guests for seated events and up to 500 for standing receptions and live music performances. Duling Hall hosts weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, and private parties. A professional A/V operator is included with every rental, catering is open to outside vendors, and bar service is available through a partnership with the Saltine restaurant. The north entrance is wheelchair accessible.

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  Kirkwood National Golf Club

  277 Palmer Ln, Holly Springs, MS 38635, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Kirkwood National Golf Club & Cottages is a championship semi-private golf facility set on more than 600 acres in Holly Springs, Mississippi, approximately 35 miles southeast of Memphis. The 18-hole course features six tee boxes designed to accommodate golfers of varying skill levels, and has been recognized by Golf Digest and named Best Golf Course by Mississippi Magazine's Best of Mississippi 2026. The property's clubhouse and banquet facility hosts golf outings and tournaments, with catering options ranging from cold cuts buffets to banquet dinners. A dedicated events contact helps groups plan their visit from start to finish. Six on-site four-bedroom cottages — each sleeping up to eight guests with private baths, a full kitchen, gas log fireplace, and satellite TV — make the property well suited for group retreats, business meetings, family gatherings, and wedding parties who want to stay on site. The surrounding grounds include walking trails, a catch-and-release fishing pond, and a fitness facility.

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  Biloxi Civic Center

  1050 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39530, USA

  • Spaces for 2,500 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Convention Center

  The Biloxi Civic Center is a large-scale municipal event venue located at 578 Howard Ave. in Biloxi, Mississippi, operated by the City of Biloxi Parks and Recreation Department. Opened in July 2011, the facility was built in the Spanish Colonial Revival style — an architectural nod to Biloxi's storied hotel heritage — with grand arcades and open courtyards connecting the grounds to the adjacent Biloxi Public Library. At the center of the facility is a 15,214-square-foot ballroom rising to a 29.5-foot ceiling, with a full stage, mezzanine, second-floor balcony, dressing rooms, and a green room. The ballroom accommodates up to 2,500 guests and can be subdivided into four separate meeting rooms for smaller gatherings. A large catering kitchen and a state-of-the-art audiovisual system support events ranging from conferences and reunions to weddings, Mardi Gras balls, and performing arts productions. An elevator and accessible features serve the full facility.

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  A Bride Idea

  1024 College St, Columbus, MS 39701, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  A Bride Idea is a full-service wedding planning company operating from Shadowlawn, a historic antebellum mansion at 1024 College Street in Columbus, Mississippi. Built in 1848 and restored in 2001, the property has been featured on HGTV's *Old Homes Restored* and recognized by the Columbus Historic Home Association as a Pilgrimage Tour Home, offering a setting that pairs Southern architectural character with modern conveniences. Described by its team as a "one-stop wedding shop," A Bride Idea coordinates everything under one roof: venue and ceremony management, full-service florals, Mississippi State Department of Health certified catering, custom wedding and groom's cakes, hair and makeup artistry, and an in-house sound system. Additional arrangements — including minister services, a strings orchestra trio, horse and carriage, and honeymoon night accommodations — are available through the company as well. The team brings more than 50 years of combined wedding industry experience, with the owner working as a florist since 1977. Complimentary consultations are available for prospective couples.

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  The Henry Smith House

  99 Henry Smith Rd, Picayune, MS 39466, USA

  • Spaces for 30-250 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 2 Estates

  The Henry Smith House is a historic estate on 2.5 acres in Picayune, Mississippi, about 45 minutes from New Orleans. The property centers on two restored structures: the Victorian House, built in 1909 by Henry Emmitt Smith using heart pine lumber and cypress shingles milled on-site, and a Log Cabin dating to circa 1874. After decades of family stewardship — Henry Smith himself accumulated over 1,000 acres before passing parcels to his nine children — the estate was purchased in 2000 and restored over two decades before launching as a wedding and events venue. Ceremonies take place at five locations on the grounds, including a custom chapel accommodating up to 30 guests with stained-glass windows salvaged from a New Orleans church, and the open-air Garden Lawn for larger outdoor ceremonies. The 4,800-square-foot covered Courtyard Pavilion serves receptions for up to 250 guests, with a wood-burning fireplace and patio heaters available. An on-site culinary team crafts multi-course menus built around Southern specialties — Crawfish Pies, Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya, and Shrimp Creole among them. Guest suites in both historic homes are available for overnight stays, with a private pool, decorative fountains, and maintained gardens rounding out the estate grounds.

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  Dunleith Historic Inn

  84 Homochitto St, Natchez, MS 39120, USA

  • Spaces for 50-700 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 2 Landmarks
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Set on 40 acres in Natchez, Mississippi, Dunleith Historic Inn is a National Historic Landmark dating to 1855. The Greek Revival mansion is recognized for its columned exterior, original pine floors, and parlors appointed with marble fireplaces and chandeliers. The estate has hosted more than 700 weddings and receptions. Three event spaces accommodate gatherings of varying scale. The Main House and Courtyard can receive up to 500 guests for indoor and open-air celebrations. The South Lawn accommodates up to 700 guests under large tents. The Castle Restaurant & Pub — the on-site restaurant serving Southern cuisine — hosts rehearsal dinners, bridal brunches, and private dining events. Twenty-two guestrooms spread across the Main House, Courtyard Lodge, and Dairy Barn allow wedding parties to remain on the property for multi-day celebrations. An in-house team of wedding coordinators, an event director, catering staff, and parking attendants provides full-service support for each event.

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  First & Green Celebrations

  97 1st St, Grenada, MS 38901, USA

  • Spaces for 50-400 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 Bar
  • 6 Total Spaces

  First & Green Celebrations is a multi-venue event complex occupying a collection of historic buildings in downtown Grenada, Mississippi. The flagship building at 97 First Street was constructed in 1867 as Grenada Hardware and was purchased by owner Deborah Hicks Bailey in 2013 after years of neglect. Following an extensive restoration recognized by the Mississippi Heritage Trust, the complex has grown to encompass 22 buildings in the city's Downtown Historic District, which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2014. Eight distinct event spaces range from the 4,000-square-foot Main Hall & Loft — with heart pine floors, 14-foot bead-board ceilings, and a dramatic open staircase — to smaller settings like The Hide, a speakeasy-inspired bar with a handcrafted pine bar and two-sided fireplace, and Miss Emma's Dining Room, suited for intimate showers and rehearsal dinners. The Garden & The Patio, a fully enclosed outdoor space, accommodates up to 250 seated guests, and venues can be combined for larger celebrations or multi-day events. In-house catering and bar services are offered for all events, with linens, glassware, and serving staff included. A concierge-style team guides clients through venue selection, menu development, and vendor coordination from initial tour through event completion.

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  The Devereaux Shields House

  709 N Union St, Natchez, MS 39120, USA

  • Spaces for 20 Guests

  Devereaux Shields House is a collection of three Victorian-era properties on North Union Street in Natchez, Mississippi, offering bed-and-breakfast accommodations and private event hosting in a historic residential setting. The Main House, a Queen Anne Victorian built between 1893 and 1904, features two spacious suites with working fireplaces, private verandas, and shared gardens with fire pits. The Bost House, dating to 1893 and renovated in 2019, centers on a double parlor common area with a gas fireplace and a rear patio. Aunt Clara's Cottage, the oldest of the three at circa 1870s, adds a large front veranda and a rear courtyard garden to the collection. The property hosts elopements and intimate celebrations in its parlors and gardens, with packages that include officiant services, floral arrangements, a wedding cake, champagne, and a commemorative engraved brick placed in the garden walk. On-site spa services and gourmet Southern breakfasts are available to guests and wedding parties. Devereaux Shields House holds Select Registry recognition.

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  The Railroad District

  824 State St, Jackson, MS 39201, USA

  • Spaces for 800-1,200 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Loft

  Rising Event Venues is an event complex at 824 S. State Street in downtown Jackson, Mississippi, offering two distinct spaces for weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events. The District accommodates up to 800 guests in a modern interior with sleek, clean lines and large windows that fill the space with natural light. The South holds up to 1,200 guests in a setting defined by exposed brick walls and steel beams, lending the space a rustic industrial character well suited to receptions and large-scale gatherings. Both spaces include round and rectangular tables, folding chairs, and audio-visual equipment. An on-site event manager supports each event throughout, and outside catering is welcome from the client's preferred providers.

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  Diamondhead Country Club

  7600 Country Club Cir, Diamondhead, MS 39525, USA

  • Spaces for 500 Guests

  Set within the planned community of Diamondhead, Mississippi, The Club at Diamondhead is owned and operated by the Diamondhead Property Owners Association, a nonprofit established in 1970. The Club features 5,400 square feet of banquet and meeting space alongside two 18-hole championship golf courses and an indoor-outdoor golf training academy. On-site dining is available through The Oak Room and Latitude 30 Patio and Grill, providing food and beverage service for events of all sizes. The surrounding golf course grounds offer a distinctive outdoor backdrop for receptions and celebrations.

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