Rent a wedding reception venue in Downtown, Raleigh, NC

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2026.

How much does a wedding reception venue cost to rent in Downtown?

Wedding reception venues in Downtown average $188 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $150, whereas larger venues run about $275 per hour.

How popular are wedding reception venues in Downtown?

Our local hosts have welcomed 50088 people into their wedding reception venues with reviews averaging 4.97 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.

How long do people rent wedding reception venues in Downtown?

Most wedding reception venues are scheduled for 4 hours, with 35 people in attendance. You’ll find the most wedding receptions starting between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

Reviews for wedding reception venues

Emily B.
Versatile Space for Meetings, Showers, Birthdays, Parties and more!
We hosted a shower for my sister at the Bright Spot today. It was a great venue to hold a shower. The owner communicated well and was very easy to work with. I would book another event there. ...
Touraj D.
Beautiful Urban Flex
Beautiful venue and very responsive host. Would definitely book again!
Vas D.
Brookvale Loft Warehouse
Jye was a wonderful host for my daughter’s birthday party. Always available to assist and help with setup and pack down. Would definitely recommend. ...
Jessica E.
Sun-Drenched Aerial Dance Loft
This was a super straightforward booking. The space is exactly like the pics. The building is really nice. The staff person who helped us the morning of our party was helpful and accommodating. We had a dance party with about 25 people. There was lots of...
Tiara F.
COMMUNITY ROOM - Downtown Minimalist Coffee Shop in the Railroad District
I recently had my baby shower and the space was great and the staff were so friendly! JT was very responsive and helpful with booking and coordinating. I would definitely recommend booking for your next event!...
Sacdia H.
WINTER SPECIAL: $100 off any 3+hr bookings! U Street Multi-Purpose Event Space
This was a lovely space for a birthday dinner and I would recommend it to anyone! Plenty of tables and chairs to accommodate guests and the venue is quite spacious!...
Erica J.
Spacious Sky Lounge with Sweeping Views of DC, Alexandria and MD
This space was a hit but I knew it would be. All of the people there were so helpful and there was no hassle getting set up. Very easy going staff that made the experience wonderful. The views were amazing. We had a dj but used...
Ashley K.
Social House: Industrial, cozy warehouse/ lounge
I recently hosted an event for over 75 guests at this venue and was thoroughly impressed. The space was ideal, offering ample room and flexible furniture arrangements to suit our vision. Special thanks to Bonnie for her attentive service. We did run into some technical issues...
Marilyn K.
New Bar and Lounge in the Heart of Washington DC
My daughter's 35th birthday was amazing. The venue was the perfect size for the private party. Everyone had a blast, drinks were on point and the bartenders did an amazing job 👏🏽 . I definitely recommend this spot for your private events. I'm looking forward...
Dub K.
Sun-Filled Event Venue and Gathering Space in the Heart of Durham
I hosted my book release celebration at Pioneers Durham. It turned out great! The space is beautiful with lots of light and tastefully decorated. The staff goes above and beyond to be accommodating and helpful. The furnishings and technology all functioned well and served the purpose...
Dasha K.
Bohemian Bali-Inspired Home with Panoramic Views & High Ceilings
Thank you! It was an amazing experience, the space was beautiful, and the host was very nice. I would definitely book again for the next events! ...
Alyssa L.
Bright & Dreamy Design Studio at Leis de Buds
This venue is beautiful as it is! We just had our baby shower, and every guest was in complete awe. From the layout to the furniture and floral arrangements, it was perfect. It was equipped with everything we needed—from kitchen access, speakers, an iPad for music,...
Victoria M.
Beautiful Event and Retreat Space
I chose this space based on the previous reviews and I’m so glad I did. I hosted a milestone birthday with about 40-50 guests and they all raved at what a beautiful venue it is. There was plenty of space for the caterer, bartender, and dj...
Marta M.
Downtown Boardroom
The space is beautiful and functional… they provide everything you might need. Morgan was very responsive pre-booking to questions even offering a tour in person or virtually. During the booking Morgan went above and beyond with supporting our event. I couldn’t ask for better customer service...
Emily M.
Traditional Tearoom
The Traditional Tearoom was one of the most beautiful and serene shoot locations. The experience with Wei and Celine was above and beyond, with everyone on the team being super kind. ...
Funmi O.
Ideal Event Club Room in the Heart of Arlington
This is a great venue where I hosted a birthday party, it was convienent, the place is beautiful and the staff was helpful in supporting me and answers any questions that we have ! ...
Carmen P.
Modern Central Richmond Event Space
Amazing host and super responsive with clear instructions. Understanding and flexible with time which was very much appreciated. Held a baby shower and had a small crowd with food and games. ...
Andrew S.
Tiny Tiki Bar Tropical Oasis (THRILLIST BEST BARS 2021-2023)
Booked for a New Years Eve / Birthday party and it was a blast. Had plenty of space for my group of 25 and people really liked the set up/decor. The bartenders were great too!...
Chelsea S.
Tiny Tiki Bar Tropical Oasis (THRILLIST BEST BARS 2021-2023)
Amazing experience from start to finish! The space itself is so charming and perfectly laid out for a not-too-big gathering (we hosted a 40th birthday party for 20 people). The staff were AMAZING - our bartender was so kind and engaging and willingly made all kinds...
Sandra W.
Private Meeting Space with Kitchen and Patio
Great venue, fully stocked