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Choosing your premiere 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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Meridian Restaurant
411 Marshall St SW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA- Spaces for 35-145 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 1 Bar
- 1 Meeting Space
Meridian Restaurant is a fine dining destination in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, founded in 2007. A James Beard-nominated establishment and two-time winner of the National Elite 10 Best Restaurants Award, Meridian has built its reputation on Mediterranean-inspired cuisine crafted from local, organic, and seasonal ingredients — with everything prepared in-house, from hand-rolled pasta and artisan breads to house-made sausages and fresh mozzarella. For private events, Meridian offers several configurations to fit the occasion. A smaller private dining room accommodates up to 35 guests for business functions and intimate celebrations, while a larger private room hosts up to 100. The bar area seats 35 or accommodates 60 for standing receptions, and the full restaurant is available for exclusive buyout events. Customizable menus — either à la carte or fully designed — are paired with an award-winning wine list, with catering and private chef services also available.

Inn on Biltmore
1 Antler Hill Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, USA- Spaces for 18-90 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Meeting Spaces
The Inn on Biltmore Estate is a Forbes Four-Star hotel situated on the 8,000-acre Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. The property has held its Forbes Four-Star designation for 25 consecutive years, with renovated accommodations that reflect the European-inspired character of George Vanderbilt's original estate. For private events and weddings, the Inn offers three dedicated spaces: the Private Dining Room for intimate gatherings of up to 18, and the Olmsted Room and Hunt Room, each accommodating up to 70 guests for receptions and equipped with audiovisual capabilities and high-speed internet. As a wedding venue, the Inn hosts ceremonies and receptions for 45 to 80 guests in indoor and outdoor settings, with access to Biltmore's in-house catering and the full estate grounds. Event attendees also have access to Biltmore House, the estate's winery, outdoor activities, and The Spa at the Inn, which has been recognized as Asheville's top spa resort for 2025.

Half-Mile Farm
214 Half Mile Dr, Highlands, NC 28741, USA- Spaces for 100 Guests
Half-Mile Farm is an adults-only luxury country inn set on 14 acres of fields, forests, streams, and a lake in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Highlands, North Carolina, five minutes from downtown. Part of the Old Edwards Inn & Spa family, the property offers an intimate mountain setting for weddings and private gatherings, with event planning coordinated through Old Edwards Events. The inn includes the Serenity Spa, a heated outdoor saltwater pool, a year-round hot tub, lake paddling and rowing, and hiking trails along secluded paths on the property. On-site dining centers on the J. Henry Farmhouse Tavern, which is open daily from noon to 10 pm, alongside a complimentary chef-made breakfast each morning and evening hors d'oeuvres for guests. As a guest-exclusive property, all amenities and hosted events are reserved for those staying at the inn.

Providence Country Club
6001 Providence Country Club Dr, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA- Spaces for 240 Guests
Country Club's are notorious for having an aura of elegance unlike any other- and this one tops the charts. Versatile spaces are ready to help your dreams come alive, and the elegance exuded from the building itself will add a little extra to your event. The reception spaces host exquisite cuisine and foster celebration well into the evening, with unparalleled service that is a big component of their reputation at Providence Country Club. Throw a celebration unlike any other, whether it be in the club house, golf course, pool or tennis courts- every aspect will be taken care of. Sit back and enjoy everything you want and more in an event.

The Great Aunt Stella Center
926 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204, USA- Spaces for 150-400 Guests
- 1 Theater
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Historic Space
The Great Aunt Stella Center occupies a neoclassical building in Charlotte, North Carolina, originally constructed in 1914 as a church and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. The building retains its original Italian stained glass windows, a pipe organ, and a circular sanctuary that reflects nearly a century of architectural character. Named after the great aunt of the philanthropist who acquired the property in 1997, the center reopened as Charlotte's alternative performing arts, cultural, and community gathering place. The Sanctuary accommodates up to 400 guests for ceremonies, concerts, and conferences, offering a baby grand piano, a pipe organ, and state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems. The Cafe seats up to 150 guests for receptions and social gatherings, with a built-in dance floor and kitchen facilities. Together, the two spaces suit a range of events — from non-denominational weddings and musical performances to literary readings, corporate meetings, and community events. Self-Help, a community development organization, has operated the venue since 2002 with a commitment to maintaining its historic character and affordable access.

TPC Piper Glen
4300 Piper Glen Dr, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA- Spaces for 16-300 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 2 Event Spaces
- 2 Total Spaces
Passion and creativity combine at TPC Piper Glen to create one-of-a-kind, unforgettable parties for any celebration. Whether you're organizing a small family reunion, a grand wedding, or a polished corporate outing, our skilled and committed events staff will put all of their effort into making your special occasion genuinely memorable. TPC Piper Glen is the ideal romantic location to celebrate the wedding of your dreams thanks to its stunning vistas and landscapes. Our wedding packages can be customized to include anything you want, whether your dreams are modest or lavish. Your wedding day will be the happiest day of your life thanks to the attention to detail provided by our special events team. At TPC Piper Glen, we specialize in putting together outstanding events that are specially tailored to suit your taste. Your vision and personality will be reflected in every aspect of your event, including the cuisine. For you and your guests, our skilled culinary and private events teams will collaborate to design a cuisine that is delicious and exquisitely presented.

Oakhaven
1434 Dibrell Rd, Pelham, NC 27311, USA- Spaces for 200-300 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Estate
Set on 1,400 acres in the rolling hills of North Carolina's Piedmont, Oakhaven is an estate and working farm with origins tracing to the 1930s. Over three generations, the property evolved from a private family retreat and cattle farm into a wedding and event destination near both Greensboro, NC and Danville, VA. The Grand Dutch Reception Hall is the centerpiece for receptions — a barn-inspired space with floor-to-ceiling reclaimed wood, expansive windows overlooking the countryside, and a soaring stone fireplace. An adjacent terrace provides space for cocktail hours and sunset gatherings. Three outdoor ceremony locations — the Signature Oak Tree, the Manor Gardens, and the Terrace Gazebo — give couples a range of settings to choose from. The hall accommodates up to 200 guests, and on-site accommodations including the English Manor, cabins, and a Wedding Cottage support extended wedding weekends. Oakhaven also hosts corporate retreats, nonprofit galas, family reunions, and milestone celebrations, with dedicated staff, catering services, and A/V capabilities available across the property.

The Club At Longview
8801 Longview Club Drive, Waxhaw, NC 28173, USA- Spaces for 20-250 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Event Space
- 4 Total Spaces
The Club at Longview is a private country club and event venue set on more than 1,000 acres in Waxhaw, North Carolina. The property traces its origins to the 1800s as the Longview Black Jack Farm, and the Club officially opened in October 2003 after the development of a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course on land that Nicklaus himself described as seeming always meant to be home to a great golf course. Old-world European architecture — shaped by founder Mel Graham's extensive travels throughout Europe — defines the 28,000-square-foot Clubhouse, giving the property a character that withstands the test of time and improves with age. The Clubhouse holds several distinct event spaces, including the Graham Ballroom, which seats 200 guests for a sit-down dinner or accommodates 250 for a standing reception; the intimate Wine Cellar with its wine country murals and old-world atmosphere; the Garden Room with access to a back terrace; and the TCL Board Room for meetings and smaller private gatherings. The Club hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, engagement parties, corporate meetings, and private dinners throughout the year. Events are supported by a dedicated coordination team, and the Executive Chef builds menus around fresh, seasonally available ingredients — offering a rotating selection that blends enduring favorites with distinctive preparations not commonly found elsewhere.

Rosa Lee Manor
385 Rosa Lee Ln, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041, USA- Spaces for 150-200 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Historic Space
- 1 Estate
Rosa Lee Manor is a family-owned wedding and event venue set on 200 acres of historic farmland in the Blue Ridge Mountains foothills, five miles from Pilot Mountain, North Carolina and approximately 30 minutes north of Winston-Salem. The property has been in the family since the early 1800s; the venue was founded in 1994 and named in memory of Rosa Lee Adams Hunter, the owners' paternal grandmother. The grounds offer several ceremony settings — beneath a gazebo, beside a weeping willow, at an arched garden entrance with a fountain, or in front of a rustic board fence — surrounded by rose and perennial gardens with water features and mountain views. At the center of the property, the 3,000-square-foot Carriage House provides a dedicated indoor space for receptions and ceremonies, with 20-foot ceilings, oversized barn doors, and walls of glass overlooking the surrounding landscape. The space accommodates up to 150 guests for seated dinners. Rosa Lee Manor provides banquet tables, garden chairs, linens, centerpiece options, and a Yamaha sound system. Outside caterers are welcome, and beer and wine are permitted. All-inclusive weekend packages are available, along with overnight accommodations in the Main House and The Farmhouse on the property.

The Warehouse On Ivy
1245 Ivy Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USAOne of the most distinctive venues in the triangle area is The Warehouse On Ivy. Never believe what you see outside! While we kept the facility's exterior aesthetics as they were when it was a functioning factory, we transformed the interior into an industrial-style yet elegant and beautiful venue ready to host your upcoming special event or party. We host a variety of events, including but not limited to birthday parties, black-tie affairs, corporate gatherings, and wedding receptions. For specifics and information on packages for your upcoming event, contact us right away. Every event is unique and may call for more time and resources than what our typical packages can provide. Numerous events, including fundraisers, celebrations, weddings, exquisite dinners, themed parties, and more have taken place at The Warehouse on Ivy. Contact The Warehouse On Ivy if you have an event for which you'd like us to design a unique package, and we'll make it especially for you and your unique occasion!

Rose Hill Plantation
3815 Rose Hill Ln, Nashville, NC 27856, USA- Spaces for 245-400 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Historic Space
- 1 Estate
Rose Hill is a historic countryside estate in Nashville, North Carolina, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and set on 860 acres of rural landscape about 45 minutes east of Raleigh. The property accommodates weddings, private events, and corporate gatherings across a range of indoor and outdoor settings. The centerpiece for large receptions is Nathan Hall Ballroom, which features 18-foot tray ceilings, large windows, and a dramatic fireplace. The ballroom accommodates up to 245 guests for seated dinners and up to 360 guests for cocktail-style events. The Manor House, an 18th-century structure, provides a backdrop for outdoor ceremonies on its historic porch and includes a bridal suite and four additional bedrooms for the wedding party. Beyond the ballroom and manor, the estate offers several outdoor settings — including the Swan Gazebo, Pecan Grove, and Smokehouse — along a private lane lined with crepe myrtle trees. In-house catering is available, with menus ranging from formal dining to cookout-style options for both weddings and corporate events.

Ray's Place
Mills River, NC 28759, USA- Spaces for 150 Guests
- 1 Barn
Ray's Place Farm is a barn wedding venue in Mills River, North Carolina, converted from a dairy barn that has been in the owner's family since her great-grandfather's time. The hayloft serves as the main ceremony and gathering space, featuring newly installed flooring and room for up to 150 guests. Additional areas include a flat open area in front of the barn for dining and dancing, a side barn section for tables and activities, and a covered space suited for cocktails and appetizers. The property also includes a log cabin with a private get-ready room and a salon chair available for bridal preparations. Ray's Place Farm imposes no decoration restrictions, giving couples the freedom to personalize every detail of the space for their celebration.

Grand Bohemian Hotel Asheville
11 Boston Way, Asheville, NC 28803, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville is a AAA Four Diamond boutique hotel set in Historic Biltmore Village, within steps of the Biltmore Estate. The hotel channels the romance and atmosphere of a 17th century European hunting lodge, with interiors featuring a rare Bösendorfer piano, Swarovski crystal chandeliers, and 24-karat gilded detailing throughout. The hotel hosts weddings and private events in spaces that embody Old World character and refined luxury. The Tyrolean Terrace offers an outdoor tent-covered setting beneath crystal chandeliers, while interior ballroom and salon spaces provide an elegant backdrop suited to ceremonies, receptions, and celebrations of all scales. Private dining is available through Red Stag Grill, the hotel's restaurant specializing in locally sourced, game-driven cuisine, and a dedicated events team coordinates details from ceremony to reception. Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville is independently owned and operated by The Kessler Collection, part of Marriott's Autograph Collection. The property also features an art gallery with rotating exhibitions by local, regional, and international artists, and The Spa at Grand Bohemian, which offers water-based healing therapies.

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.

The Cliffs at Walnut Cove
3 Cliffs Ridge Pkwy, Arden, NC 28704, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
The Cliffs at Walnut Cove is a private luxury golf community set at 2,800 feet near Asheville, North Carolina, cradled by the Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Described as Asheville's only private golf community, the property centers on a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course — a par-71 layout that opened in 2005 — with its Golf House recognized by Golf Digest as the country's best new clubhouse. The Tavern serves as the community's social hub: a roughly 12,000-square-foot Tudor-influenced building with a dining room, bar, boardroom, and an outdoor beer garden suited for live music and casual gatherings. Private events here have included wine dinners, seasonal oyster roasts, holiday parties, and speaker evenings. The complex's large porch and adjacent lawn extend the setting outdoors. An 18,000-square-foot wellness center with indoor and outdoor pools, fitness facilities, spa, and tennis courts completes the on-property offerings. The venue sits ten minutes from the Asheville regional airport and twenty minutes from downtown Asheville.

The Eco-Institute at Pickards Mountain Weddings
8519 Pickards Meadow Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA- Spaces for 100-180 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Farm
Sanctuary Farm is a 28-acre eco-friendly wedding and event venue located eight miles west of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The property has been stewarded organically for 25 years and runs entirely on solar power, offering a natural backdrop for celebrations rooted in the land. Originally established in 2005 as The Eco-Institute, the farm has hosted weddings, retreats, memorial services, and corporate events while maintaining an active organic garden and a commitment to sustainable practices. The venue accommodates up to 180 guests across several distinct spaces: a private grove surrounded by trees, a pond-side gazebo, a seasonal organic garden, two barn lofts for indoor reception and dining, and a fire pit area for evening gatherings. Weekend and destination wedding packages include exclusive use of the property, a catering kitchen, fire pit, tables and chairs for 100, and climate-controlled overnight accommodations — with glamping in yurts and yomes available for groups of up to 40. Couples have complete freedom to choose their own vendors with no restrictions or fees, and farm-to-table catering is available as an add-on.

Homewood Event & Conference Center
19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA- Spaces for 110-150 Guests
- 1 Historic Space
- 1 Mansion
Homewood is a restored 1927 English stone manor in Asheville's historic Montford neighborhood, less than a mile from downtown. Built as the residence of Dr. Robert Carole, the property has hosted notable figures over the years — among them composer Béla Bartók and pianist Nina Simone. The venue has operated as a wedding and events destination since 2001, drawing on the manor's architectural character: original hardwood floors, cherry walls, 20-foot ceilings, a Grand Appalachian Stone Fireplace, and wrought-iron chandeliers. The Great Room accommodates up to 110 guests for seated dinners with a dance floor, or 150 for cocktail-style receptions. Ceremonies take place either indoors in front of the fireplace or outdoors in the adjacent Garden Ceremony Site, set within landscaped grounds. Homewood provides complimentary overnight parking for up to 200 vehicles, full handicap accessibility via elevator and ramps, and in-house event coordination through Carolina Love Events. The venue welcomes all couples.

Westglow Resort & Spa
224 Westglow Cir, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, USA- Spaces for 20-300 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Resort
- 1 Historic Space
Westglow Resort & Spa is a historic luxury estate set on 11 acres in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places — its centerpiece, a Greek Revival Manor House, was originally built in the early 1900s as the summer retreat of celebrated American artist Elliott Daingerfield, whose original artwork remains on display throughout. The resort brings together boutique lodging, fine dining, and spa services under one roof. Daingerfield's restaurant, housed within the historic Manor, features refined Appalachian-inspired cuisine and an award-winning wine collection, with panoramic views of Grandfather, Sugar, and Beech mountains. Elliott's Piano Bar, newly renovated in 2024, offers craft cocktails and live music in what the resort describes as an intimate, museum-quality setting. For private events, Westglow specializes in intimate gatherings. The Solarium seats up to 20 guests in a sunlit dining room with mountain views; full restaurant buyouts accommodate larger groups. The resort hosts rehearsal dinners, corporate dinners, holiday parties, and private picnics on the grounds for lodging guests.

Port Land Grille
1900 Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA- Spaces for 24-150 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
- 1 Outdoor
Port Land Grille is a progressive American restaurant located in Lumina Station, Wilmington, North Carolina, opened in November 2000 by Chef Shawn Wellersdick and floor and wine manager Anne Steketee. The name traces to a formative trip to Portland, Oregon, where the team observed how chefs built menus around regionally sourced ingredients — a philosophy they brought back to the Port City, drawing from both local waters and land while maintaining access to premium products nationwide. The main dining room seats 85 to 100 guests, with pale green walls hung with black-and-white historical photos of Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, and large windows opening onto a landscaped patio with a fountain and live oak trees. The restaurant has earned the DiRoNA Award and consecutive Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence since 2000. For private events, Port Land Grille offers three dedicated spaces: the Airlie Room for gatherings of up to 24, the Parkway Room for up to 60, and the Fountainside Patio and Deck — an open-air outdoor space with a gas fire pit overlooking Lumina Station's pond — for up to 100 guests. Full-restaurant buyouts accommodate up to 150 guests for weddings, corporate events, and large celebrations.

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.