Chandelier Event Venue

Luxury All-Inclusive Raleigh Wedding Venue

Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Apex

Service area

Holds ceremonies and receptions

Chef John Ford

CO-OWNER/EXECUTIVE CHEF

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Chandelier Event Venue | Luxury All-Inclusive Wedding Experience in Raleigh-Durham Chandelier Event Venue is a chef-owned, all-inclusive luxury wedding venue serving Raleigh, Cary, and the greater Triangle area. Designed for couples who want elegance without overwhelm, our modern ballroom features dramatic white draping, sparkling chandeliers, romantic uplighting, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow to our lush courtyard. What truly sets us apart? Chef-led, on-site catering. Every dish is prepared fresh in-house — never outsourced, never hot-boxed — delivering a refined culinary experience that tastes as incredible as it looks. Our all-inclusive collections simplify planning and elevate every detail, including: • In-house catering & bar services • China, glassware & flatware • Chiavari chairs & reception tables • Professional service staff • Elegant ceremony & reception design From timeless ceremonies to high-energy receptions, our Shine Bright Team is known for exceptional service, seamless coordination, and unforgettable celebrations. At Chandelier Event Venue, luxury is effortless, details are intentional, and your wedding experience is designed to shine.

Hispanic or Latinx-owned Business

9+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

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Amenities

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Commitment Ceremony

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Settings

Ballroom

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Food & Catering

Planning

Service Staff

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Meet the team

Chef John Ford
Co-Owner/Executive Chef
Chef John Ford is the executive chef and co-owner of Chandelier Event Venue, delivering a refined, chef-led culinary experience for weddings throughout Raleigh, Cary, and Durham. His dedication to fresh ingredients, elevated presentation, and exceptional flavor has earned recognition in Cary Magazine and 5 West Magazine, while Chandelier Event Venue has been featured by WRAL and This Is Raleigh for its luxury wedding experience. As a chef-owned venue, Chandelier stands apart — offering couples not only a stunning ballroom, spacious outdoor courtyard, huge dancefloor, but a thoughtfully curated dining experience led by true culinary expertise.
Natasha Ford
Co-Owner/Creative Director
Natasha Ford is the co-owner and creative force behind Chandelier Event Venue. A graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Communications and Marketing, Natasha built her foundation through public relations opportunities and hands-on marketing roles for growing businesses before stepping fully into the world of events. With over 15 years of experience working in restaurants and event environments, she developed a deep understanding of hospitality, guest flow, and the precise steps of service required to create an elevated experience. From intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, Natasha worked her way up by being present at every event — learning, refining, and perfecting what it truly means to host well. Today, she blends her marketing expertise, operational knowledge, and passion for excellence to help couples experience a seamless, luxury wedding day. Her dedication to detail, warmth in service, and commitment to “Shine Bright” hospitality are woven into every celebration held under the chandeliers.

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Jacob D

3/02/2026

We got married at Chandelier Event Venue and it is absolutely stunning, but the food is what really blew us away. Everything was delicious, and the collard greens were some of the ...

best I’ve ever had — perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. You can tell a lot of care goes into the menu. On top of that, the location is super convenient. It’s so close to Raleigh and just minutes from the Raleigh-Durham Airport, which made it easy for out-of-town guests. Beautiful space, amazing food, and an ideal location — highly recommend!

Esther B

2/22/2026

Beautiful space & delicious food. It was one of the most thought out venues and trust me, we get invited to a-lot of weddings! Wishing them so much success. One of the best.

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Tisha F

2/22/2026

Booking Chandelier Event Venue was the easiest “yes” of our wedding planning process. The ballroom is breathtaking, and the chef-led catering was beyond amazing. Natasha is so orga...

nized and detail-oriented — I never once felt overwhelmed. Our guests kept saying it was the most beautiful wedding they’ve attended. We are so grateful we chose them!

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1077 Darrington Drive, Cary, NC

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(919) 533-8398

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