Top Tennessee Sweet 16 Event Spaces

• Spaces for 40-300 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Nightscape is an entertainment and event venue in Nashville that uses built-in 360-degree projection mapping and highly customizable pixel lighting to re-imagine physical spaces and social experiences in ways never before thought possible. All five senses will be engaged, immersing guests in new worlds and environments that you can see, hear, taste, touch, and smell, resulting in the ultimate sensory experience. Whether you are coming to Nightscape for a public social event, a private party, or a partnership opportunity, know that every element of your evening has been thoughtfully considered and intentionally planned to provide you with the most dynamic experience possible. We are only open during events. Visit our Nashville venue by requesting a tour from our amazing team - events@explorenightscape.com!

• Spaces for 50-250 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Ballroom
• 5 Total Spaces

The Grove at Whites Creek is a family-owned boutique hotel and event venue just minutes from Nashville, offering a peaceful setting where gatherings feel intentional, relaxed and memorable. Set on 16 acres of creekside meadows, the property blends natural beauty with thoughtfully designed spaces that invite guests to slow down, connect and enjoy time together. The boutique inn features six unique suites, including two private cottages that offer guests their own secluded corner of the property. With comfortable accommodations onsite, The Grove at Whites Creek is ideal for retreats, workshops, intimate celebrations, cooking experiences and multi-day gatherings designed around connection. From welcoming porches and outdoor gathering spaces to open lawns and serene natural surroundings, the property creates an effortless backdrop for events that feel warm and personal. Weddings here embrace this same spirit—focusing on meaningful moments, shared experiences and time spent together before, during and after the celebration. For corporate groups, leadership retreats and team gatherings, The Grove at Whites Creek offers a refreshing change of pace from the traditional meeting environment. The flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, onsite lodging and peaceful surroundings make it easy for teams to step away, think creatively, collaborate and reconnect. While Nashville’s restaurants, attractions and energy are just a short drive away, The Grove at Whites Creek feels like a world apart—a place where guests come to gather, recharge and create memories surrounded by open skies and natural beauty.

• Spaces for 135 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 space at this venue

CJ’s Off the Square is a romantic garden wedding venue located in the heart of historic downtown Franklin, Tennessee, just minutes south of Nashville. Our historic home, lush garden, and covered pavilion create an intimate setting for elegant outdoor weddings, rehearsal dinners, and celebrations for up to 135 guests. We specialize in thoughtfully planned, full-service wedding experiences designed to make the planning process feel simple and enjoyable. Our team provides professional planning and coordination, along with a curated collection of trusted wedding professionals and services, so couples can enjoy a beautiful celebration without having to manage every detail themselves. Couples love CJ’s Off the Square for its combination of Southern charm, garden beauty, convenient downtown Franklin location, and personalized approach to planning. From romantic garden ceremonies to dinner and dancing beneath the pavilion, every celebration is designed to feel warm, polished, and uniquely personal. VENUE AT A GLANCE - Garden wedding venue in historic downtown Franklin, TN - Just south of Nashville - Weddings and celebrations for up to 135 guests - Historic home, garden, and covered pavilion - Professional wedding planning and coordination included - Full-service, cur

• Spaces for 20-1,200 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces
• 5 Wineries
• 4 Meeting Spaces

City Winery Nashville has everything you need to make your next private event an extraordinary experience, including incredible live music, scrumptious culinary dishes, an award-winning wine program, and magnificent patio views. We offer numerous separate event venues that can be combined and designed to entertain up to 1200 guests for parties and events, ranging from intimate private rooms to a full production concert theater. We're just two blocks from the Music City Convention Center and a slew of fantastic hotels in Nashville's developing SoBro district, right south of legendary Lower Broadway. Indulge in wine country grandeur at your winery wedding, commitment ceremony, or elopement ceremony! At City Winery, ceremonies and receptions can be totally tailored to suit your personality, and we enjoy collaborating with couples to help them realize their vision for their special day. We provide all of the curated culinary delights, in-house wine, a range of complete spirits, expert event staff, bespoke floor plans, and access to the best local vendors as a full service event venue. Our united purpose is to Indulge Your Senses and create lasting experiences. A personalized bottle of wine is the perfect way to remember your special occasion. With modest minimum orders, we have the unique opportunity to provide bespoke label services on high-quality, locally produced wines. Because we are a city winery, we have the luxury of seeking out the most expressive and world-class fruit for our clients, so you can be confident that your private label wine will be appreciated and savored by all who receive it. But trust us when we say that you'll want to set aside a case for yourself!

• Spaces for 12-500 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces
• 10 Hotels
• 10 Total Spaces

An icon of downtown Chattanooga since 1872, The Read House Hotel offers a timeless setting for weddings, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and unforgettable celebrations. Meticulously restored in 2018, the hotel blends historic grandeur with modern luxury, giving couples the romance of a landmark hotel with the personalized experience of a distinctive wedding destination. At the heart of The Read House is the spectacular Silver Ballroom, where soaring ceilings, original Waterford Crystal chandeliers, intricate silver-leaf moldings, and period details create an elegant backdrop for ceremonies, dinner, and dancing. With more than 16,000 square feet of event space throughout the hotel, celebrations can flow across a collection of distinctive spaces—from intimate gatherings to receptions and seated dinners for up to 300 guests. Additional venues include the Centennial Room and adjoining terrace, the Green Room, Chestnut Room, and the hotel’s first-floor Garden, offering couples the flexibility to create a wedding weekend that feels entirely their own. With guest room blocks and multiple gathering spaces under one roof, The Read House Hotel is ideal for destination wedding weekends, keeping family and friends together from the welcome toast through farewell brunch. The experience extends beyond the ballroom with Bridgeman’s Chophouse and the intimate, speakeasy-inspired Bar & Billiards Room, creating memorable options for rehearsal dinners, cocktails, and wedding weekend gatherings. Located in the heart of downtown, The Read House Hotel pairs the grandeur of a historic Chattanooga wedding venue with boutique character, exceptional hospitality, and more than 150 years of celebrations within its walls.

• Spaces for 50-500 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 4 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

An unforgettable wedding begins with an unforgettable setting, and there is nothing quite as romantic as beginning your life together amidst the beautiful backdrop of The Estate at Cherokee Dock. Originally built in 1960, the nearly 13,000 sq. ft. Southern Colonial mansion is most widely recognized as the former home of country music icon, Reba McEntire. Secluded on 20 acres, the award-winning estate and venue exudes the charm and grandeur guests would expect from an exclusive luxury resort. With ample lush green landscape, the Estate also boasts various entertaining spaces, both indoors and out, including a lakeside dock, gardens, a pool house, a game room, and more.

• Spaces for 20-120 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Nestled in the heart of Germantown, Tennessee, Pike & West is an exquisite event venue specializing in creating unique and unforgettable gatherings. Established in 2023, we are a family-owned and operated business dedicated to transforming dreams into reality. With over six years of experience in the event industry, our venue coordinator, Eden Neller, and event coordinator, Lyndal Brumley, share a passion for turning event dreams into realities. They are experts at planning and executing every detail, ensuring your event is everything you've ever imagined.

• Spaces for 75-1,200 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

**OPENING FALL 2026** Elevate Your Next Celebration to Main-Stage Status: This is where design meets high-energy entertainment. Engineered for unforgettable guest experiences, the venue features contemporary, industrial aesthetic and premium, upscale finishes that instantly set a sophisticated tone. It serves as the ultimate high-profile canvas for top-tier event designers and planners who want to push boundaries and craft immersive, legendary celebrations. Signature Celebrations: Trend-setting milestone birthdays, dazzling wedding receptions, high-profile charity fundraisers, and epic holiday parties. Tailored Layouts: The Music Hall can morph to fit your vision - whether that means elaborate custom backdrops, or moody, velvet-roped VIP lounge environments. Unmatched Production & Built-In Entertainment Luxury: Built to host world-class entertainment, the venue features tour-grade infrastructure that eliminates the logistical headaches and massive expenses of outsourcing heavy production. Your vendor teams can plug directly into a flawless, built-in system designed to maximize the sensory impact of your party. Concert-Grade Sound: Pristine, crystal-clear acoustics ensure that whether you feature a luxury live party band, a celebrity DJ, or emotional milestone toasts, the sound is flawlessly crisp. Dynamic Staging & Lighting: A permanent, professional stage backed by automated, programmable lighting rigs allows your team to instantly shift the room's energy—moving seamlessly from a sophisticated cocktail hour glow to a vibrant, high-tempo dance floor. Premium Host Amenities: Exclusive private green rooms and VIP lounges serve as upscale sanctuaries for outfit changes, hair and makeup touch-ups, or private moments before making a grand entrance. Corporate Hospitality with a Nightlife Pulse: When corporate events demand an elite, high-energy atmosphere, the space delivers experience-led hospitality that feels like an exclusive, invite-only afterparty.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

Say “I do” with panoramic Norris Lake views. The Loyston at Copper Top offers a stunning East Tennessee wedding venue with luxury lodging. Set amidst 17 acres of breathtaking scenery, our Tennessee wedding venue is a hidden gem in the heart of East Tennessee. Our stunning all-season venue is an ideal choice for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations of up to 150 guests. Our wedding venue offers climate control, ensuring a seamless indoor ceremony option even during inclement weather. Also, nestled within close proximity to the picturesque Norris Lake, our venue provides a perfect backdrop for your special day, offering panoramic views of the Cumberland Mountains and Norris Lake from every angle. Conveniently located just two miles from Norris Lake, our venue is also an hour away from popular vacation destinations such as Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville, TN. Experience the magic of your wedding ceremony against the stunning natural beauty of our lake and mountain view property.

• Spaces for 30-400 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Museums
• 3 Total Spaces

Davies Manor is the oldest home in Shelby County. Sitting on 37 acres in quiet Bartlett, the Manor is the centerpiece of the site. Supported by a 6000 square foot event venue, six additional outbuildings, walking trails through the woods, and friendly animals, Davies Manor has something for everyone. Explore the museum and learn about local history or simply walk the grounds to view native plants and hundred plus year old trees.

• Spaces for 8-200 Guests
• 6 Event Spaces
• 1 Restaurant
• 6 Total Spaces

Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club offers a character-driven setting for gatherings that feel personal, relaxed, and rooted in Nashville’s creative spirit. Blending boutique accommodations with inviting communal spaces, the venue supports intimate celebrations, private dinners, and casual group events with an easy, unfussy atmosphere. Indoor lounges and thoughtfully designed gathering areas encourage connection, while flexible layouts allow hosts to shape events that feel natural rather than formal. Comfortable guest rooms make it simple for attendees to stay onsite, and the neighborhood location adds to the sense of local authenticity. With its warm hospitality and laid-back charm, this venue creates gatherings that feel memorable, social, and distinctly of the place.

• Spaces for 10-450 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 2 Ballrooms
• 4 Total Spaces

ELM Nashville is a historic 19th-century church reimagined as an event venue for modern gatherings with soul in the heart of Nashville. ELM blends timeless architecture with tailored hospitality to host everything from intimate dinner parties to corporate functions, concerts and wedding receptions for up to 450 guests. Located at the corner of Elm Street and 5th Avenue, ELM offers a one-of-a-kind setting for events in downtown Nashville. For more information, visit elmnashville.com and follow along on Instagram @elmnashville.

• Spaces for 52-75 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Restaurant

Upstairs from The Optimist, Le Loup (which translates to The Wolf) is a vintage-inspired craft cocktail bar with a lounge vibe.

• Spaces for 200-6,800 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

Featuring outdoor setting and soaring views, Ascend Amphitheater is the perfect location for your next conference, corporate event, fundraiser, private concert or graduation. With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, custom menus and mixology, our talented staff handles every detail, so you don’t have to. Accommodating up to 6,800 guests, and located in downtown Nashville, less than a mile from the Music City Center and 7.5 miles from the airport, this unique 13,000 square-foot venue will exceed expectations.

• 1 Event Space
• 1 Restaurant

• Spaces for 10-400 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Restaurants
• 3 Total Spaces

Host business meetings and social gatherings in our 8,500 sq. ft. of versatile event space. From our sophisticated boardroom for 10 guests to our elegant Sky View Room for 200 guests, we turn ordinary meetings into extraordinary events.

• Spaces for 24-325 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 4 Restaurants
• 4 Total Spaces

Whether you're planning an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, Craig's Nashville provides a variety of beautifully appointed event spaces to suit every occasion. Guests can choose from our Private Dining Room, semi-private Upstairs Dining Room, exclusive Full Upstairs Buyout, or Full Restaurant Buyout. Each space combines the iconic Craig's atmosphere with exceptional service, elevated comfort food, handcrafted cocktails, and an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of The Gulch.

• Spaces for 130-1,200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

Located on the riverfront in downtown Nashville, this historic landmark is the premier destination for your celebration! The Bridge Building features unique event spaces that can be combined to allow for complete customization. From the spacious elegance of the Cumberland space, and the tranquil ambiance of our Riverfront Terrace, to the Dyer space and the breathtaking views atop the Observatory, our rooftop patio, every corner of our venue exudes charm and sophistication. With so many incredible spaces to choose from, and room for up to 1,200 guests, your dream event is limited only by your imagination.

• Spaces for 10-85 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

We’re so glad you found us! No.2 Vance is the perfect downtown Memphis wedding venue—a warm, family-owned space designed for effortless celebrations. Our couples will tell you—we go the extra mile to make every wedding seamless and special. ✨ Timeless Beauty: Our ballroom features high ceilings, hardwood floors, and plenty of natural light, plus a spacious deck overlooking the Mississippi River. ✨ All-Inclusive Simplicity: Tables, chairs, and linens are included—one less thing to worry about! ✨ Your Day, Your Way: No vendor restrictions! Bring in any licensed caterer, florist, or planner. ✨ More Space for Your Big Day: Our in-building apartment—with two bathrooms, a bedroom, and a kitchen—is perfect for getting ready or winding down. Available with our deluxe package! ✨ Affordable & Transparent: No hidden fees, just fair pricing. Discounts available for non-profits and local groups. We’d love to be part of your love story—let’s make your dream wedding a reality!

• Spaces for 120-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Hotel
• 1 space at this venue

Our skilled event staff can handle every requirement, including board retreats, executive meetings, cocktail parties, reception dinners, philanthropic events, product launches, and more. Private events will be catered by Gray & Dudley's culinary expertise for groups of 10 to 200 individuals. We are the ideal location for events of all kinds, including weddings, reunions, milestones, anniversaries, product launches, and corporate kickoffs. Our enthusiastic event team will assist you in providing your workers with an exceptional experience in a downtown setting that is picturesque and unique. Need an Instagramable setting for your upcoming event? Our galleries are ideal for getting your guests talking.