Columbia, South Carolina is home to numerous options for venues for both wedding ceremonies and wedding receptions. This wide array of wedding venues provide event space for just about any interest or theme, offering couples the ability to create the wedding of their dreams. Whether they are looking for a venue full of country charm, a sleek urban downtown space, or a beautiful and elegant historic setting, there’s something for everyone throughout the city of Columbia and the surrounding area.
1208 Washington Place
The 1208 Washington Place is conveniently located in the heart of Columbia’s downtown area near the historic state capital of South Carolina, as well as near some of the city’s best hotels, cafes, and restaurants. All of this makes for a convenient wedding venue for out-of-town guests. 1208 Washington Place provides three levels of outdoor and indoor space for events. The venue’s National Republic Ballroom offers an elegant atmosphere for large wedding receptions with dramatic chandeliers and vintage revolving doors. The Washington Street Ballroom features stunning views of downtown with natural light flowing in from rustic windows and access to the Terrace.
1208 Washington St, Columbia, SC 29201, Phone: 803-256-1222
701 Whaley
The 705 Whaley venue features a beautiful paved courtyard surrounding the building, original historic features, spectacular windows, a well-appointed Bridal Room, a spacious area for catering, and more. The original textured walls, period-style bathrooms, and impressive entrance all add to the distinctive backdrop, making 705 Whaley a popular wedding venue in Columbia, South Carolina. The largest event space at the property is the Grand Hall, boasting floor-to-ceiling windows and a Grand Staircase. The Olympia Room provides a space for smaller, more intimate events, such as wedding ceremonies and rehearsal dinners, and features natural light and original hardwood floors.
701 Whaley St, Columbia, SC 29201, Phone: 803-771-0101
Ariel's Special Events Facility
The Ariel's Special Events Facility is a Columbia event venue that aims “to make the everyday extraordinary.” Situated between Interstate 26 and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport, the facility is thought to be one of the most undiscovered and most unique venues in the city. The exterior of the building boasts features similar to a castle, while the inside is designed with gold, glamour, and glitz like that of Old Hollywood. Guests are transported back to Hollywood’s Golden Age as they enter through the foyer and into the open-concept banquet room and ballroom. Rentals include full use of the venue.
1734 Mobile Ave, West Columbia, SC, 29170, Phone: 803-936-0505
Big Apple
The Big Apple event venue in Columbia, South Carolina hosts a wide variety of events, such as concerts, parties, dinners, and weddings. The facility can accommodate up to 150 people for theater, cocktails, or concert seating; up to 100 people for dancing or buffet with hors d'oeuvres; and events with up to 80 guests for seated dinner receptions and dancing. Rental of the Big Apple includes tables, chairs, and antique benches, as well as choice of bartending and catering services, a large prep kitchen for caterers, an original wood flooring dance area, and late hours available.
1000 Hampton St. Columbia, SC 29201, Phone: 803-518-6147
Blue Moon Ballroom
The Blue Moon Ballroom in West Columbia is a full-service dance studio and banquet hall-style venue for events, particularly for weddings, located close to the Congaree River in the city’s River District. The beautiful venue offers a space with plenty of flexibility for couple to create the memorable wedding of their dreams. There are three different spaces for events within the Blue Moon Ballroom, capable of accommodating up to one hundred guests, as well as a room available for the wedding party to use for getting ready for the celebration. Couples have their choice of vendors, from florists to caterers.
554 Meeting St, West Columbia, SC 29169, Phone: 803-908-3948
Capital City Club - Columbia
The Capital CIty Club of Columbia, South Carolina provides sophistication and elegance with amazing views. The Governor’s Ballroom boasts panoramic views of the State House, the Congaree River, and the surrounding city thanks to its location at the top of the state’s tallest building. The venue has an experienced team that assists with event planning and coordination for more than fifty weddings every year. Services and items included for weddings at the Capital City Club include chairs, tables, customized menu planning, table linens, coat-check, centerpieces, on-site banquet captain, and a bridal suite for wedding ceremonies held at the venue.
1201 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201, Phone: 803-256-2000
City Art
City Art is a unique venue for weddings in downtown Columbia, South Carolina, particularly for couples looking for a great urban environment for their wedding. The atmosphere of City Art is intimate and warm, while also elegant and spacious, providing an ideal destination for a memorable and timeless wedding day celebration. Contemporary original artwork decorates that walls of the historic Southern building and guests are allowed to wander freely through the art venue’s three galleries. Trees outside are always adorned with white twinkling lights and the hardwood floors have been noted as one of the best dance floors in town.
1224 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC 29201, Phone: 803-252-3613
Columbia Conference Center
The Columbia Conference Center hosts a wide array of events throughout the year, including wedding ceremonies and wedding receptions, with both indoor and outdoor event spaces available. The Grand Ballrooms of the conference center encompass a total of twenty thousand square feet, made up the large ballroom and several meeting rooms. All of the event spaces include state-of-the-art audio and visual capabilities and lighting. Moveable air walls allow for a good amount of flexibility for room configurations, providing the capability of having the right size of space for events. The Welcome and Registration Area includes a marbled gallery.
169 Laurelhurst Ave, Columbia, SC 29210, Phone: 803-772-9811
Columbia Marriott
The Columbia Marriott boasts excellent service and a convenient location in the center of downtown Columbia, as well as multiple event spaces for couples to choose from for their wedding. The Capital Ballroom is an ideal setting for a grand wedding reception with 6,600 square feet capable of accommodating up to four hundred guests for a seated dinner and a dance floor, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. The Carolina Ballroom features a similar elegance to the Capital Ballroom, with elegant sconces and modern chandeliers. The Private Lounge provides a great spot for rehearsal dinners and cocktail hours.
1200 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29201, Phone: 803-771-7000
Corley Mill House & Garden
The Corley Mill House and Garden appears at first glance like a scene from a movie instead of a modern venue for receptions, complete with every necessary amenity for creating unforgettable weddings ranging from intimate, small ceremonies to lavish affairs. The plantation-style, turn-of-the-century home provides an elegant and beautiful setting for weddings with its statuary, charming gardens, and circular drive lined with old pecan trees. The view of the picturesque grounds the the ivy-covered arbor add to atmosphere, along with the covered wrap-around patios, quaint water wheel, and handcrafted gazebo. Inside, guests will be transported to the old south.
221 Corley Mill Rd, Lexington, SC 29072, Phone: 803-957-1818
Historic Leitner House
The Historic Leitner House is situated within the center of downtown Irmo, just outside of Columbia, South Carolina. The stunning property combines modern elegance with the charm of the old South, providing an ideal setting for elegant wedding ceremonies or wedding receptions with some Southern charm. The venue consists of 2,200 square feet of indoor event space. The Leitner House includes several spaces, such as well-appointed and beautifully decorated banquet rooms, a wrap-around porch with a beautiful garden surrounding it, a spacious lounge area, two wings of large outdoor deck area with seating, and several other rooms.
7302 Woodrow St, Irmo, SC 29063, Phone: 803-960-7551
Medallion Conference Center
The Medallion Conference Center encompasses a total of approximately forty-three thousand square feet of flexible space for a variety of events, such as weddings, conferences, meetings, and social events among others. The Medallion Conference Center also offers in-house catering services with an array of choices available for events. For special requests, the chef will work with clients to create their own custom menu. Rental of event space in the venue includes basic visual and audio equipment, chair covers, linens, china, chairs, and tables. Couple are also allowed to use their choice of outside vendors for their dream wedding.
7309 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC 29209, Phone: 803-256-1222
Palmetto Place
Palmetto Place is one of the newer premier centers for events in the city of Columbia, South Carolina. The venue is a two-story building boasting Southern-style architecture, as well as a soaring open-air atrium topped with a gorgeous chandelier, providing an excellent backdrop for events, especially elegant wedding ceremonies and wedding receptions with a touch of Southern style. Palmetto Place also features hardwood floors and a spacious dance floor. The outdoor space is great for cocktails on the wrap-around porch with its built-in gazebo. The property’s simple, yet elegant beauty has made is a popular wedding venue in Columbia.
6230 St. Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29212, Phone: 803-851-1771
River Center At Saluda Shoals
The River Center at Saluda Shoals provides all of the necessary amenities for events, ranging from private parties and family reunions to wedding receptions and corporate meetings. With more than 5,000 square feet of event space, the River Center is capable of being subdivided into potentially five different rooms, providing flexibility in room configuration to offer the perfect sized space for the needs of the event. Glass doors open out onto the patio that overlook the dense woods, offering picturesque views. The River Center also offers a secluded feeling, nestled within the city’s Saluda Shoals Park.
5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29212, Phone: 803-772-1228
Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel
The Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel is a great wedding venue in Columbia, South Carolina for couples looking for a flexible venue that helps with all of the details, as well as a convenient location for guests. The hotel is located in downtown Columbia near the many historic sites and shops of Main Street. Guests are welcomed as they walk into the Sheraton Columbia Downtown Hotel with modern amenities and a sense of history. A great amount of care has been put into preserving the original woodwork, ornate tile mosaics, and hardwood flooring of the hotel, offering a beautiful setting for events.
1400 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201, Phone: 803-988-1400
Spring Valley Country Club
The Spring Valley Country Club is a very spacious venue for social events with its twenty-five thousand square feet. Whether it’s a small, intimate wedding, cocktail reception, or a large seated wedding reception, the facility meets a wide variety of needs with the ability to accommodate up to six hundred people. Couples can choose from multiple event spaces for their wedding, such as the outdoor patio, the formal dining room, and the ballroom with a beautiful chandelier. The catering team and Executive Chef work closely with other staff and customers to provide both informal and formal dining.
300 Spring Valley Rd, Columbia, SC 29223, Phone: 803-788-3080
Wedding Venues Near Me: Stone River
The Stone River aims to provides residents of Columbia and the surrounding area with superior service and a unique venue for events, boasting that with its amazing views overlooking the historic Congaree River and the city skyline, along with its neutral palate, it’s unlike other venues within South Carolina’s Midlands region. Situated along the banks of the Congaree River, the property plays on the river ambiance through its overall atmosphere, starting at the main entrance to the venue and into the main hall with its grand stone fireplace. The interior features neutral colors, stunning wood floors, stained concrete, and stone accents.
121 Alexander Rd, West Columbia, SC 29169, Phone: 803-727-8047
Studio Cellar
The Studio Cellar is a venue that caters to all kinds of events, including wedding celebrations, birthday parties, holiday parties, corporate events, launch parties, meeting, photo shoots, and much more. Located within a historic building in the premier district of Columbia, South Carolina, the venue is both charming and unique. The Studio Cellar is first and foremost a social painting studio that welcomes both individuals and groups for a fun night of painting, with no skills required. The studio can be rented out for events to provide a one-of-a-kind space for a memorable wedding or other special occasion.
912 Lady St, Columbia, SC 29201, Phone: 803-929-0709
The Gala by JW
The Gala by JW offers an event space with a total of thirteen thousand square feet, as well as the necessary components for creating an unforgettable event, including a fifty-foot monitor display, a list of top notch preferred vendors, a food prep area for catering services, plenty of parking, a contemporary lounge for guests to relax and mingle, a baby grand piano that makes for some good photo opportunities, and excellent lighting. The in-house bartending services, convenient location, warm atmosphere and open floor plan provide a perfect space for bridal showers, birthday parties, corporate events, receptions, and weddings.
533 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229, Phone: 803-724-4662
The Hall at Senate's End
The Hall at Senate's End is a 5,000-square-foot event facility in the city of Columbia, South Carolina that caters particularly towards receptions, with a capacity for up to 350 people. For seated dinner wedding receptions, The Hall is able to accommodate up to 150 of the couple’s closest friends and family. The Hall at Senate's End boasts a rustic character with a thirty-foot exposed barrel ceiling, a corner stage, and a spacious deck that overlooks the ravine, woods, and Wedding Garden. The Wedding Garden provides space for an outdoor wedding ceremony with up to two hundred guests.
316 Senate St, Columbia, SC 29201, Phone: 803-748-4144
The Millstone at Adams Pond
Adam’s Pond is an estate dating back to the 1700’s that offers an enchanting environment for a Southern garden elegant wedding ceremony and reception. The venue provides skilled and professional staff, renowned cuisine, a beautiful 1920’s brick house, and several acres of stunning natural landscape. Just five miles away from downtown Columbia, The Millstone at Adam’s Pond provides a woodland setting that feels like a world away with its screened porch and fireplace, wrap-around deck, foot bridge, outdoor brick patios, and the cascading water from the Pond and Grits Mill. For seated receptions, The Millstone can accommodate up to 250 guests.
5301 Bluff Rd, Columbia, SC 29209, Phone: 803-783-5732
The River Road and Jasmine Houses and Gardens
The River Road and Jasmine Houses and Gardens provides a unique setting and a convenient location in the center of the Midlands of South Carolina. The iron gazebo in the gardens is surrounded by lush landscaping, mature bamboo, and lights. Ceremonies can be held in either the garden or one of the houses, as well as the wedding ceremony in the River Road House and the wedding reception in the Jasmine House. The two houses are within just a few steps of each other, and both provide the character and charm people would expect from a historic setting.
2204 & 2208 North Lake Dr, Columbia, SC 29212, Phone: 803-315-4953
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