14 Affordable Raleigh Wedding Venues
Dreaming of the perfect Raleigh wedding venue but need to stay within budget? Look no further! From a unique, urban-chic downtown space bathed in natural light to a quaint chapel built in 1875, these locations offer all the style and amenities you'll need without breaking the bank!
The Glass Box
Raleigh, NC
Fab Features: sophisticated, loft-style gem nestled on the 5th-floor of a historic, turn-of-the-century Classical Revival building • the bright and airy space is bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows and hardwood floors reflect its natural warmth • amazing downtown views from both inside and on the a private outdoor balcony
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $

The Grove at City Market
Raleigh, NC
Fab Features: historic blacksmith shop-turned-event venue boasting plenty of outdoor space, a cool bar/lounge, and two reception rooms, all with a warm, speakeasy vibe • beautiful brick patio nestled among warm bistro lights, fire pits, pretty trees, and charming cobblestone streets • delectable in-house catering and cocktail menus streamline your planning process
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

All Saints Chapel
Raleigh, North Carolina
Fab Features: quaint chapel built in 1875 • the stunning interior boasts an 18-foot ceiling and clerestory windows that fill the space with natural light • ethereal vows against a gorgeous stained glass window
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $

Wild Rock Farm
Sanford, NC
Fab Features: family-run farm nestled on 42 sprawling acres in the Sandhills • serene ceremonies on the expansive lawn or on the stone patio surrounded by lush roses • al fresco celebrations inside the open-air pavilion or inside the rustic barn or the modern climate-controlled reception building
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$

The Upchurch Venue
Cary, NC
Fab Features: historic Queen Anne estate built in 1905 • ceremonies on the expansive lawn bordered by flowering Magnolia’s and towering trees • receptions inside the Conservatory inspired after vintage conservatories with its timber ceiling trusses and a wall of windows overlooking the pond
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Oakland Farm
Bear Creek, NC
Fab Features: a serene farm surrounded by rolling hills but easily accessible from Raleigh/Durham, Greensboro, and Fayetteville • the cozy two-story home boasts a gracious wraparound porch that looks out over a thick grove of trees • plenty of space to dine and dance in the rustic-elegant barn or the nearby grand pavilion
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$

North Carolina Museum of Art
Raleigh, North Carolina
Fab Features: a modern museum with distinctive architecture and an extensive art collection • myriad of event spaces from the light-filled galleries to the outdoor sculpture gardens • Catering Works creates outstanding menus featuring the highest-quality ingredients
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Daniel's Ridge
Sanford, NC
Fab Features: nestled in the quiet countryside of Lee County, only a few minutes drive from the center of Sanford • peaceful and pastoral vibes offering an array of beautiful outdoor ceremony spaces, all with views of the lush woodlands and distant hills • packages come well-appointed with vintage furniture and access to the thoughtfully designed dressing suites
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$

The Corner of Wake Forest
Wake Forest, NC
Fab Features: turn-of-the-century Wake Forest institution that has been lovingly refurbished as an event space • exposed brick walls, gleaming wood floors, and crystal chandeliers create an atmosphere rich in historic charm • the nearby Meeting House is an artfully restored 1893 gem with two well-appointed parlors for wedding party prep
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$

Soirée on South
Aberdeen, NC
Fab Features: a boutique wedding venue tucked in the historic town of Aberdeen • this dreamy space is ideal for intimate gatherings and celebrations • any design idea can be brought to life in this spaces bright and airy canvas
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Raleigh, North Carolina
Fab Features: a historic wedding venue that is proud to be the largest natural history museum in the Southeast • you and your guests will experience a dramatic two-story waterfall, a beautiful mountain cove, live animals, whale skeletons and amazing dinosaurs at this one-of-a-kind venue • support important exhibits, research and educational programs as you host your wedding at their unique location
Catering: In-housePrice: $

The Clayton Center
Clayton, NC
Fab Features: beautiful renovated event venue in the heart of historic Clayton • one-of-a-kind receptions in the Lobby Gallery with its its exposed antique brick, atrium-like openness, and overhead Terraces • flexible packages include the option of choosing your preferred caterer!
Catering: BYOPrice: $

The Cloth Mill at Eno River
Hillsborough, NC
Fab Features: chic warehouse with historic charm • the interior boasts a massive main hall with vintage brick walls, original wood beams, exposed ductwork, and natural light streaming in through cathedral windows • dance the night away in the brick courtyard illuminated by stringed market lights
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$

The Royal Banquet
Raleigh, NC
Fab Features: located in the historic Royal Bakery building, this exceptionally appointed historic venue at the edge of downtown Raleigh is the perfect location for your special day • enjoy great design flexibility with the venue’s color palette of neutral tones that allows for endless possibilities • celebrate amongst the beautiful exposed brick, an open-rafter ceiling, and hardwood dance floor
Catering: BYOPrice: $

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Raleigh, NC
Venue: Caffé Luna
Catering: In-housePrice: $

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