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Updated Oct 14, 202415 Wedding Venues in South Carolina for a Southern Charm Soirée
Celebrate sweet Southern romance in the Lowcountry.
From historic venues in Charleston to the small town charm of Greenville and the beaches of Hilton Head and Seabrook Island, there are countless stunning wedding venues in South Carolina. The Palmetto State is known for its captivating Lowcountry and beautiful centuries-old architecture, and it's home to some of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. This is one place where out-of-town guests will be happy to travel.
You can dance the night away at a beachside escape or take your wedding photos along cobblestone streets. Shrimp and grits could be the entrée of the evening, or you could order in some of the country's best barbecue for a casual affair. Your South Carolina wedding can be perfectly tailored to you two—but there's always a big dose of southern charm.
Need a guide to help you narrow it down to just the right South Carolina wedding venue? Bring along a checklist of what you'll need to consider before booking, then make sure you ask the right questions to determine if the venue is a good fit for everything from your guest count to the floral arrangements you've been dreaming of.
Here are 15 of the best wedding venues in South Carolina to explore for your Southern soirée.
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Events at Judson Mill in Greenville, South Carolina
The charming mountain town of Greenville is poised to become the next big wedding locale, and Events at Judson Mill is one of the most striking wedding venues in Greenville, SC. This event space spans two sophisticated industrial venues in a refurbished textile mill, circa 1912. Just minutes from downtown, this is an ideal location to host guests, especially those who are coming from out of town and are eager to explore all the city has to offer. The event planning staff is experienced in hosting events from 50 to 500 guests, and they are skilled in tailoring the airy, expansive space to your vision.
Weddings at The Cliffs in Travelers Rest, South Carolina
South Carolina has the coast, but it also has the mountains. And the views at The Cliffs in Travelers Rest are absolutely awe-inspiring. This stone chapel is available for ceremonies only, but it's a spot you'll never forget. Exchange your vows in front of over 200 guests overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains, with sunlight streaming in through the walls of the Glassy Chapel. This is truly a magical experience, and one of the most otherworldly wedding locations in South Carolina.
Hotel Bennett in Charleston, South Carolina
Put on your dancing shoes for the Southern ballroom wedding of your dreams at the elegant Hotel Bennett in Downtown Charleston. Host up to 350 of your closest friends and family in a venue that's equal parts grand and locally inspired, with dazzling chandeliers, regional art and details incorporating natural cypress, copper and limestone. There are spaces throughout the hotel for outdoor celebrations and smaller bridal showers. From event planning to in-house catering, you can turn your entire wedding over to the Hotel Bennett team.
Kingston Resorts in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
If you're going to look at wedding venues in Myrtle Beach, SC, you want those gorgeous beach views, right? Kingston Resorts is an oceanfront resort that includes both an Embassy Suites and Hilton, giving your guests options when they're looking at the room block. No matter how big your family is, there's a good chance Kingston Resorts can accommodate—their guest capacity is 2,000. You can say "I do" right on the beach with palm trees behind you and the rolling waves in the background. There are also garden, ballroom and other ceremony and reception options, and weddings enjoy the delicious Southern cooking of the on-site culinary team.
Citizens and Southern Event Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina
One of the most historic wedding venues in Spartanburg, SC is located right on Main Street. The grand, 150-year-old Citizens and Southern Event Center boasts a spot on the National Register of Historic Places, but it is also a prime location to throw a sophisticated South Carolina wedding. A fabulous mezzanine event space and elegant outdoor patio are perfect for cocktail hours, while soaring two-story event space is ready to make your own for a party with up to 175 guests for cocktail receptions or 125 for a seated dinner.
Hewitt Oaks in Bluffton, South Carolina
Walk towards your next chapter under the shaded canopy of the South Carolina live oaks. Hewitt Oaks is a secluded and stunning indoor-outdoor venue in the heart of the Lowcountry. You can exchange your vows beneath the Promise Tree, which can seat 300 guests, or the Angel Oak Canopy, which can accommodate up to 200 friends and family. Celebrate all night long on a beautiful evening in one of the courtyards, under a tent in the Meadow or bring guests inside to the ballroom, where they can twirl through the evening in a climate-controlled setting (a must during a South Carolina summer!). There are on-site teams for everything from planning to florals, so you can turn your entire wedding over to Hewitt Oaks for a beautiful celebration.
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island in Hilton Head, South Carolina
If you're looking for a wedding venue in Hilton Head, SC where you have the best in coastal elegance and a place for your guests to stay, then look to Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island. This relaxing and idyllic Hilton Head resort can host beachside vows and outdoor receptions for weddings both big and small. This is the type of place where you feel like you're on your honeymoon before you've even said "I do." You can book the Shipyard Beach Club or the Ocean View Pavillion if your dream wedding involves the sound of waves crashing in the background.
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Twelve Oak Estate in Lexington, South Carolina
One hundred scenic and secluded acres are home to one of the prettiest wedding venues in Lexington, SC. Twelve Oak Estate has rolling pastures, towering oaks and a commanding home featuring double covered verandas. The outdoor spaces are timeless and perfectly Southern, while the indoor options for celebrations include a barn and a 5,000 square foot airplane hanger. It's a meeting of old and new, and on-site event specialists are available to help you plan a South Carolina wedding that perfectly tailors the spaces to you.
The White Home in Rock Hill, South Carolina
The White Home is one of the most historic wedding venues in Rock Hill, SC, and it has spent generations hosting couples from across the Palmetto State. Imagine your bridal portraits taken throughout the three acres of lush gardens or your wedding party hanging out on the porch, relaxing before the ceremony starts. This is a backdrop full of Southern tradition. You can celebrate with guests in one of four indoor rooms or have a classic tented soirée underneath the stars.
The Wilhite House in Anderson, South Carolina
The iconic Wilhite House, circa 1858, is a historic wedding venue in Anderson, SC that can host up to 120 of your nearest and dearest to celebrate your nuptials. This recently renovated home has been reimagined to fit modern celebrations, with both indoor and outdoor areas to gather with your loved ones. You can host up to 120 guests, whether you're saying your vows on the sweeping lawn or dancing the night away under a tent. The interior of the house is filled with an updated take on period furnishings, and guest rooms are available to book for the weekend.
The Cabin at Old Spur in Timmonsville, South Carolina
A barn wedding is perfect when you have more friends and family than you can count, and The Cabin at Old Spur can host 300 guests to dance the night away. You're surrounded by acres of pastures, green lawns and trees where you can exchange vows in the midst of the South Carolina countryside. Prefer a smaller celebration? The Cabin at Old Spur is also perfectly suited to intimate ceremonies and tiny weddings. The rustic yet elegant barn provides the backdrop for a reception that stretches into the evening. Planning your wedding is incredibly easy with the in-house event and catering teams.
Bent Creek Farm in Belton, South Carolina
There's something magical about exchanging your vows surrounded by what feels like an enchanted forest. Bent Creek Farm offers that fairy tale setting on their 52-acre property in upstate Belton, SC. Your next chapter could begin in the Mooi Amphitheatre, where a wooden doorway welcomes guests into a romantic wooded ceremony site that's punctuated by a large cross. You can host an intimate wedding or up to 200 friends and family in the barn event space. There are both overnight accommodations and an on-site event space to help make planning easy.
Cannon Green in Charleston, South Carolina
Cannon Green is one of the most iconic wedding venues in Charleston, SC. This estate is both historic and modern, with an 1840s facade, a former warehouse turned banquet hall, and a stunning courtyard that's been photographed again and again. There's also a Garden Room, Trolley Room and dining room for indoor events. The packages at Cannon Green include event planning and seasonal menus that span coastal Italian to regional South Carolina favorites.
Columbia Museum of Art in Columbia, South Carolina
If your wedding guest list keeps growing, one of the best South Carolina wedding venues to consider is the Columbia Museum of Art. This wedding venue in Columbia, SC can host smaller fêtes of 50 guests, but the guest tally can go all the way up to 1,000 of your loved ones coming together to celebrate your love. The space is modern, art-filled (of course!), and absolutely striking. This is the perfect spot for a couple looking for a unique and dramatic place to say "I do."
Seabrook Island Club in Seabrook Island, South Carolina
Just outside of Charleston, the picturesque islands of Kiawah and Seabrook feel like a relaxing retreat, far away from the bustling city streets. There are multiple venues throughout the area to tie the knot, but one of the most stunning is the Seabrook Island Club. Promise to have and to hold with the breathtaking view of pristine beach, perfect palm trees and shimmering water just beyond you at the Ocean Terrace. After snapping the requisite waterfront photos, celebrate your union in the Atlantic Ballroom, which can host up to 250 of your loved ones. The in-house culinary team will prepare a Southern feast to remember, and all china, glassware, linens and anything else you could need is provided by the talented event planning staff.
