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Federal Ballroom New Orleans Weddings

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4.9
(157)best-of-weddings

147 Carondelet Street. (Carondelet & Common), New Orleans, LA

About This Vendor

New Orleans Weddings & Events

The Federal Ballroom Weddings & Receptions All Inclusive New Orleans Weddings Ceremonies Receptions Ceremony & Reception Great Location with ease of convenience to French Quarter and Famed New Orleans Locations. Accommodations just a few feet from main entrance!

Amenities + Details

Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Reception Area
Dressing Room
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor - Covered
Outdoor - Not Covered
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding
Guest Capacity
300+
Settings
Ballroom, Estate, Historic Venue, Museum
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Destination Weddings, Food & Catering, Planning
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner2015 Best of Weddings Winner2014 Best of Weddings Winner2013 Best of Weddings Winner2012 Best of Weddings Winner

Federal Ballroom New Orleans Weddings Reviews

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Reviewed On 10/21/2020 by Catherine M
Wow! Wow! Wow!! Rebecca had me on board from the very start. Our first meeting went so smooth and she answered all of my questions and then some! She is so personable and handles new changes very professionally. She is like the Aunt you never h...
ad very eager to help you in any way possible to make you feel like a real Bride!!! I couldn’t be any happier have chosen to go with the Federal Ballroom it was absolutely perfect. The spot is totally gorgeous but having Rebecca as a resource and guide made it THAT much of an easier choice. Thanks Rebecca!!!!!
Reviewed On 10/20/2020 by Alisha T
The federal ballroom was one of the best choices we made for our destination wedding (my husband grew up in NOLA but we now live in the northeast). Rebecca was always SO easy to work with, professional, organized, and flexible. She was willing ...
to try out new things with us like our seating or table set up as well as guide us in all the best ways through things we were less sure about. She has a lot of experience and knows what she is doing- trust her! She was quite literally the most calming presence everyday leading up to the wedding day as well as the day itself and after! I cannot rave enough about how supportive and helpful she was. Our wedding was exactly as planned if not better because she kept things on time and kept every detail in mind with staff tasked to take care of everything so we could focus on having fun! She was kind enough to document parts of the wedding to share with us (such a lovely and unexpected surprise!) as well as organized all of our things for the day after- even sending us off with multiple HUGE bags of food. She truly wants to make your wedding experience special and cares about each of her clients. In fact- She continues to check in on us well after the wedding and wish us well. It is beyond sweet. the venue is beautiful and affordable and the staff was so easy to work with and diligent about every detail. THANK YOU!
Reviewed On 10/20/2020 by STEVE R
This was the best wedding we ever attended and we have been to many. In our previous careers as wedding musician and catering coordinator, we worked at many weddings and attended many weddings of friends and relatives. None come close to the...
fantastic experience we had with the Federal Ballroom and Rebecca O'Meara. Planning the event with Rebecca was seamless and enjoyable. Rebecca is a truly experienced and professional wedding planner who knows her venue and vendors well. She took so much anxiety out of the process and was open to all our special requests. Catering was perfect. Everyone raved. The venue is beautiful, especially when it is lit up at night. You will not be disappointed with Federal Ballroom. The location is perfectly located between the French Quarter and Uptown so your guests will have a great variety of lodging choices nearby. Finally, I highly recommend hiring a second line band to lead your you and your guests around the neighborhood. Rebecca can handle all the details. Our second line really pushed the event into the once-in-a-lifetime category.
Reviewed On 2/05/2020 by Ronald S
Rebecca is amazing!! Our daughter was married the night Hurricane Barry was headed for New Orleans. The city was almost deserted. Very few people were working. In spite of the difficulty, Rebecca orchestrated a flawless reception. She worked w...
ith the church and the caterer to ensure everything went as planned. The storm turned out to be much less than anticipated and we had a fantastic reception. We highly recommend Rebecca and the Federal Ballroom.
Reviewed On 12/22/2019 by Allison B
From the moment we walked in to the Federal Ballroom we knew that this place was going to be perfect for us. Rebecca from day 1 helped us plan the perfect wedding and we really couldn't have done it without her. She answered every question we...
had, and truly helped in every way possible. The venue was absolutely beautiful for the wedding, and the lighting was gorgeous. The food was incredible, could not get enough of it. All our guest have been raving about the whole experience, and I am so thankful for having Rebecca make my dreams come true. I would recommend 100%, there was not one thing i would have changed.
Reviewed On 11/09/2019 by Katie T
The Federal Ballroom was the best reception venue I could have ever dreamed of because of Rebecca. She is an incredible woman!!! I absolutely loved working with her, she made all the planning very simple and exciting. She truly made us feel lik...
e movie stars. She set the tone for the whole evening and the only word I have to describe it.. MAGIC. It was such a magical and incredible night. I don’t know what it would be like to attend the Met, but our wedding reception gave me a good idea!! That’s how pampered we felt the whole night! Everything about that night was absolute perfection, right down to Curtis the elevator operator, (yes it’s a manual crank elevator!!) and taking pictures in front of the fully functioning vault door, and the private dinner we get before we are taken upstairs. The Federal Ballroom is the epitome of elegance, and it far exceeded my expectations!! But none of it would be possible without Rebecca. She is the brains and talent behind the most incredible night of our lives. I can’t thank her enough for everything she did! Not to mention is was the same night of Hurricane Barry.. All the worries that storm created just faded to dust once we stepped inside our private room and she congratulated us with a glass of champagne. I would give her a 1,000 star rating if I could!! THANK YOU, BECCA, FOR THE BEST NIGHT OF OUR LIVES ❤️🍾🥳✨
Reviewed On 10/22/2019 by Penny B
Wow! What a fabulous venue! My daughter chose this venue because the interior architecture reminded her of Italy where she got engaged. Becca the wedding coordinator was amazing with all the details. We were able to bring all our reception it...
ems and do a walk through with her 2 days before the wedding. She coordinated all the vendors arriving which was a big help. Capdebosq the caterer for this vendor was “over the top” with their food. We had many options to choose and even had a Ice Cream Sundae Bar! You can’t go wrong with this vendor!!!!
Reviewed On 10/16/2019 by Marissa S
Absolutely amazing. Could not of asked for a better experience. . Rebecca and everyone was so great and took care of everything. Did not have to worry about anything the day of our wedding. And completely took all of the pressure off of us. We ...
just had to show up and everything was beautiful.
Reviewed On 10/14/2019 by Michelle D
My daughter was married on October 12, 2019 and her reception was held at the Federal Ballroom. Our experience was awesome from booking to send off! The 1920’s built venue presents exquisite ambiance and charm. (There are ceiling to floor wind...
ows that I just loved!) I need to say that the cosmetics are just part of the package. The wedding coordinator, Rebecca, is an absolute angel. She always answered my many calls and texts promptly. She really went beyond the call of duty to insure that my daughter’s wedding reception was perfect. Another part of this grand scheme is the caterer at Federal Ballroom, Capdeboscq. We attended a tasting so we could sample their dishes and decide what we wanted to serve. Our guests were complimentary on the food and I have to say that their staff was so polite and pleasant! As I reflect on my daughter’s wedding reception, I feel the need to want to relive it! Our family and friends had the time of their lives! The wedding coordinator and caterer really cared about our experience at Federal Ballroom! Thank you Rebecca and Gene!
Reviewed On 9/27/2019 by Gabrielle B
The venue is amazing and Becca is sent from God. She literally remove roadblocks before you even know they’re there and will do everything in her power to accommodate your every ask. She keeps you updated with only the exciting details and neve...
r brings a challenge to your without at least 3 solutions. I’ve been to weddings at the ballroom before and the venue is gorgeous, but Becca brings dreams to life with the space. Becca does an incredible job of actually listening to the brides request and not duplicating wedding or saying “we’ve always done it like this”. Thank you!
Reviewed On 9/13/2019 by Makenda L
HOLY MOLY! My husband and I got married June 15, 2019. I can not say enough great things about this venue and Becca!!! Once we saw the venue and met Becca, that was it. We knew we had tot have our reception here. Becca made sure our wedding day...
was nothing short of perfect. She set up a timeline from the end of the ceremony to the end of the reception. She let me drop all of our decor off days before the wedding. I showed her what I wanted to venue to look like and she transformed it all with the decorations. It looked better than I could have imagined. She even decorated our cake with flowers! I was planning from 11 hours away and she made sure it all worked out and went so smooth. Our caterer, Larry Capdeboscq, was amazing too. He and Becca coordinated together for everything. My husband and I could have no asked for anything more! Becca was always available to talk or text. You won’t regret choosing Federal Ballroom with Becca!
Reviewed On 8/19/2019 by Sarah Mary T
Sometimes when I see too many five star reviews, I think whatever is being reviewed must be too good to be true. That is not the case with the Federal Ballroom and Rebecca. This was the most wonderful, enchanting spot to host my wedding recep...
tion. Rebecca takes such good care of her brides and has so many suggestions for local vendors. Her staff is so attentive and kind. I highly recommend every bride hosting their magical night at the Federal Ballroom with Rebecca!
Reviewed On 8/17/2019 by Tiffany D
I am originally from New Orleans. My husband and I wanted to come back to celebrate in the city where we got married 25 years ago. With most of our guests coming from out of town, we wanted a venue close to downtown with an elegant ambiance. Th...
e Federal Ballroom fit the description and when we met Rebecca O'Meara, we knew it was a perfect match. Words cannot adequately express what Rebecca did for us and our family. What she did was nothing short of a labor of love. She places a premium not only in ensuring you and your guests have great memories, but also magical moments throughout the evening. She is an expert planner, ensuring EVERY detail is captured from begin to end. She is patient, understanding, and supportive throughout the entire process. Working with Rebecca and the team was really easy. The food and staff from Capdeboscq Catering were great and the cakes from Swiss Confectionery were fantastic. We had a phenomenal experience for our 25th Anniversary, one we will remember for years to come. Thank you Rebecca for all that you did in making this a wonderful experience. It is priceless.
Reviewed On 7/29/2019 by Megan C
Rebecca was by far the easiest person to work with and she went above and beyond in making our night amazing! All of our guests raved about the venue and food! Highly recommend using this venue!!
Reviewed On 7/24/2019 by Jerry C
New Orleans' knows how to throw parties better than anyone and as a local entertainer for 31 years I have been to events as a guest and vendor at just about every venue in this colorful city. Any of them would be great, but some are just bette...
r at it. With that being said, when my daughter became engaged and said, "Dad, the ceremony must be held at Immaculate Conception Church," I replied, "Faaaantastic! We'll 2nd line to The Federal Ballroom for the reception!" No brainer for this FOB--Becca and her team are amazing. The space if gorgeous, fun, and it flows fantastically smooth. We had 300 guests and nobody had to wait for food, which was fabulous, or for drinks at the 3 conveniently placed fully stocked bars. The wedding party, guests, and vendors were all treated like royalty making it a memorable night for everybody. My daughter, her husband, our families, and yours truly could not being any happier and more pleased with the outcome. Thanks Becca and Federal Ballroom for making a wedding dream come true!
Reviewed On 7/04/2019 by Cassidy G
I got married at the Federal Ballroom on April 6,2019 and it was a dream come true. The ballroom is absolutely gorgeous. I could not have picked a better venue for our wedding day. The Caterer that is contracted with the ballroom, Capdeboscq Ca...
tering, completely blew me away. Mr. Larry and Mr. Gene answered all of my questions and went over ever last detail with me, not to mention the food was out of this world! The reason I'm giving the venue 4 stars is solely due to the wedding coordinator. Rebecca was very helpful up until the rehearsal. She had helped me coordinate the second line and she let me in the venue a few days before to unpack the several boxes she so kindly let me ship to her months before. She was great.. then the rehearsal came and she seemed to just drop the ball. I had to email her the lineup for the bridal party twice and then was asked for it again once we got to the rehearsal. I had to put people in their places and pretty much run the rehearsal. My maid of honor took over and had to repeat herself 3 or 4 times and it was very frustrating. The wedding day was no different. It was like she didn't want to listen to anything we were trying to communicate. She also stood in the way of the photographer as she was trying to take pictures and slowed down the photo taking process. At the end of the wedding she started our second line inside about 20 minutes too early so my guests waited outside for over 10 minutes for the police escorts to arrive so we could continue the second line outside. I would still recommend the venue but I would suggest having someone (MOH, Bridesmaid, mother, etc.) who knows how to coordinate the day of a wedding because Rebecca really let me down the two days I needed her most. Ive only seen a couple reviews saying the same thing so maybe she was just having a bad weekend for my wedding but unfortunately it did stress me out.
Reviewed On 6/26/2019 by Magan r
Hands down one of our best decisions on picking the federal ballroom for our wedding reception! Rebecca truly makes the experience so smooth and amazing. She is there for any question and responds very quickly to any questions. The catering com...
pany is awesome. We did a tasting mo the before to pick the food and it was great experience! The reception hall itself is beautiful! We had 250 people and it was a perfect amount in this space!
Reviewed On 6/11/2019 by belinda p
Our daughter was married on May 11, 2019 at the Federal Ballroom and our experience from the first phone call to Rebecca (the Venue Coordinator) to set up a venue visit to the final goodbye hugs on Sunday was spectacular! The venue itself was ...
very beautiful and clean and in the perfect location (near French Quarter). I cannot say enough about Becca. She really does have a talent—she is very professional yet kind and warm and has such a calming and comforting demeaner. She answered every question we had in a timely manner and was full of useful information. She would offer her suggestions but was always open to whatever we wanted to do. We live in Lake Charles and she was always available and accommodating when we made a trip into New Orleans to meet with vendors. She never rushed us through a meeting or telephone conversation and always had a few minutes to visit. Believe Becca when she tells you everything is taken care of!! When we entered the Federal Ballroom for the reception, Becca and Sharon took care of every detail and we had a wonderful, stress-free evening. Capdeboscq Catering did an exceptional job with the food and drinks/bar service! Our guests raved about the food and the take home boxes for the bride/groom and parents were such a special touch. Mr. Larry and his team were a pleasure to meet and the food tasting at Capdeboscq Catering was wonderful! Thanks again Becca for making our daughter’s wedding reception so perfect!!
Reviewed On 1/13/2019 by Renee R
From the moment we walked into the venue, we knew instantly that this was going to be the place we were going to celebrate our special day. But what made our decision even easier was when we met Rebecca. She was very easy going and has a way of...
making you feel calm with all the plans you are about to make with the reception. Even during the big day, her presence makes you feel at ease that everything is going as planned. The venue was perfectly spacious for our guests and all the activities we had during the reception. Our guest raved about the food which was catered through Capdebosque. Working with Capdebosque was very fun when they hosted us for our tasting and included unlimited hors d'oeuvres, entrees, dessert, cake vendor, open bar, and wine. They even provided a take home meal after the wedding for us, as well as both the bride and grooms parents (with Rebecca's help of course). Everything included with our wedding package through the Federal Ballroom made our planning so much easier. We could not be happier with our choice. Thank you to Rebecca, Capdebosque, and all the Federall Ballroom staff for making our special day go smooth as possible.
Reviewed On 12/18/2018 by Susan M
Not certain where to begin and if there’s enough time to post my exceptional experience with The Federal Ballroom and the coordinator, Rebecca (aka “Becca”). We met Becca back in August 2017, to begin discussion(s) for our wedding ceremony in D...
ecember 2018. From start to finish, Becca was not only hands-on involved, but she provided one with a sense of assurance and comfort, putting any concerns at ease and answering any questions timely. Never seeming bothered by ANY concern we had! During this 16 month process, there was an enormous list of “to do”...however, she held our hands and appropriately guided us along the way to ascertain our vision became a reality for our special day..she’s a very warm, professional, kind, hard working person that will aim to please the bride (and groom). No cookie cutter service received...undoubtedly, specially tailored to have met our needs. Not to mention, extremely resourceful and well respected by many. Have no reservations about The venue or this coordinator, you won’t be disappointed by either! Thanks Rebecca for making our dream, our vision of our union, at The Federal Ballroom a reality.
Reviewed On 11/03/2018 by Crystal C
The Federal Ballroom was the perfect venue for our destination wedding. The venue coordinator Rebecca was amazing to work with before,during, and after! The venue is beautiful and catering provides PLENTY of delicious food. Besides the venue be...
ing perfect with it's gorgeous columns, vintage elevator and floor to ceiling windows working with Rebecca you don't have to worry about a thing. She makes sure that every thing goes smoothly from day of schedule,centerpieces, last minute details down to picking up everything the next day. Between Rebecca and our personal attendant Sharon it was a relief to be able to just enjoy the night celebrating with our family and friends.
Reviewed On 11/01/2018 by Jovana T
My daughter was married this past June at the Federal Ballroom. Amazing place. Everything ran like clock work from beginning to end. From the moment we booked the venue to the night of the wedding, Rebecca kept in touch and answered all my text...
s and e-mails in a timely manner. The venue is beautiful and they work with you to make sure all the special touches and your little special requests are met. The staff is very professional. The cost is affordable and they also work with you with your payment. Would truly recommend the Federal Ballroom.
Reviewed On 10/31/2018 by Marilyn C
Rebecca and Capdeboscq Catering are the perfect team! Not only have I not stopped raving about the wonderful job they did for my son's wedding, our friends & family still talk about it. The place was beautiful and the food & service excellent.
Reviewed On 10/31/2018 by Jill A
Our daughter had her reception and it was perfect! Could not ask for a better planner than Rebecca and staff. Thanks for making our dreams come true. Capdeboscq catering was fabulous which we already knew gowing up on the Westbank of the Missis...
sippi River. The Jesuit Catholic Church around the corner is the most beautiful church in the city in my opinion. Thanks Rebecca!
Reviewed On 10/29/2018 by Courtney L
We cannot say enough of how great Rebecca was on our special day. Her attention to detail and sheer helpfulness is something we’ll remember. I would recommend her 100 times over. Not only was she helpful during the process, but she continued to...
assist even after everything was over! She truly went above and beyond! Thank you so much for making our wedding reception go off without a hitch! Jon&Courtney
Reviewed On 10/26/2018 by Alli C
My husband and I had our wedding reception at the Federal Ballroom this past March and boy was it above and beyond what we ever imagined. The Federal Ballroom is the perfect set up for an EPIC party and it has that classic old New Orleans feel....
Our wedding guests are still telling us to this day how it was the best wedding they have ever been to. Becca was absolutely amazing. I was a medical student during the planning of my wedding and did not have much free time, however, Becca made planning so easy! My mom and I didn't even need a wedding planner. Becca was so patient and spent hours on the phone with my picky mother and aunt to make sure the set up/lighting/tables/arrangements were exactly how we wanted. She is really unbelievable! Also, would like to give a huge shout out to Capdeboscq catering. The food was amazing! My husband and I as well as most of our guest are from Lafayette, LA, so we know good food and are very judgmental! Everyone raved about the food. We added on the sushi bar, carving station, bananas foster station, and fruit/cheese station, all of which I highly recommend. Also, we had a lot of hefty drinkers and the bar was fully prepared to handle the load with plenty of alcohol on site. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend the Federal Ballroom. Thank you Becca for such a wonderful night!
Reviewed On 10/21/2018 by Sonia W
When our daughter and her fiancé told us they would like to get married in New Orleans, I started researching venues for the reception. Being a perfectionist, planning a destination wedding seemed very difficult between me living in Maine, and...
our daughter living in D.C. However, after researching dozens of venues, we made appointments to visit and evaluate six venues in New Orleans last summer. Our first venue was the Federal Ballroom, a beautiful, historical venue with wide-open space and tall windows. It was also where we met Rebecca O’Meara, the coordinator at the Ballroom. From the moment we met Becca, we knew this was the person we could trust to work with, but we kept our appointments with the other five venues to be certain. What ended up happening was Becca and the Federal Ballroom became the standard by which we judged the other venues. From then on, and until the wedding on 10/13/18, Becca was my eyes, ears, and hands in New Orleans. When we were faced with making decisions, she would send us photos and suggestions that we would not know about otherwise. Being from the North and not having much experience with wedding planning made me frustrated, however Becca was there to defuse my worries with her suggestions and follow-up. No matter what time of day or week, Becca would always answer my texts and calls immediately. She was always ready to work with whatever challenges we faced. She was very kind, thoughtful, and respectful. Her passion and enthusiasm were infectious. We are still getting calls from many of our guests commenting on how amazing everything was and that the food was fantastic. Capdeboscq provided catering, which also included unlimited drinks. We are so glad we had the opportunity to experience the look of happiness on everyone’s faces when they entered the Ballroom. Becca, it was so wonderful working with you and your staff. We appreciate your dedication and kindness. Making brides and grooms and their families happy is your calling.
Reviewed On 9/18/2018 by Jessica R
My husband and I had our reception at the Federal Ballroom and I couldn’t have found a better place to have our reception! Rebecca, who is the coordinator was wonderful! She was super accommodating with my schedule and was so welcoming when w...
e went to look at the ballroom. I had many questions and she was soo patient with me and she was very fast with responding to all of my emails! On top of a wonderful coordinator, the Federal Ballroom is such a beautiful space. It is an open floor plan which is exactly what I wanted. The way that Rebecca and the staff set up the tables, lighting etc. and executed the layout was more than what I expected! Everyone had a blast at the reception and I would recommend the Federal Ballroom to everyone! Thank you to Rebecca and the staff for everything y’all did to make our day so special!
Reviewed On 9/17/2018 by Linda B
My daughter Rachael had already picked Immaculate Conception Church for the ceremony. We researched all the venues around, but knew immediately which venue was "the one" after meeting Rebecca. It is not only her impressive background in weddin...
g planning and director/manager of the venue as it's biggest selling points, it is the true person that she is. We knew we wanted to work with her for one of the biggest day of our daughter's life. The Federal Ballroom itself speaks for itself both in size that it easily accommodated our 300 guests to the beauty of its architecture. Another huge plus of this venue is the caterer which is Capdeboscq. The food is phenomenal. It starts from the moment your guests enter and doesn't stop until the last one leaves. We had a few hiccups, but all it took was a call or text to Rebecca who immediately made it go way. The reception was fabulous the band rocked and the guests stayed until we had to go! It was even the little things such as Rachael and Kris's names up on the outside marquee for the four days. Rebecca made sure all the vendors were taken care of and that we were able to truly enjoy our day. We highly recommend The Federal Ballroom and Rebecca!
Reviewed On 9/14/2018 by Lauren M
Rebecca surely made planning a wedding in New Orleans so easy when everyone says it’s the worst! From answering questions with a simple text message, letting us use items such as a cake stand and table cloths, to dealing with parents who haven’...
t experienced planned a wedding yet! Everything was beautiful and just like Rebecca said it would be. We delievered all the items we wanted out at the reception and it was placed perfectly! She also communicated with all our other vendors and we simply showed up! BEST RECEPTION VENUE!!
Reviewed On 9/14/2018 by Shannon S
Beautiful venue!! Rebecca was absolutely amazing!! She is so attentive to every detail I requested on my special day. She even offered amazing suggestions, like my guest book. Everything was perfect!!
Reviewed On 9/14/2018 by Mark C
Had a wonderful night with our reception pick of The Federal Ballroom. Rebecca was awesome. She will go the extra mile to help coordinate your reception. In my case, my fiance (at the time) was not available to help me choose all the little ext...
ras that are so important to the bride to be on her special night. Rebecca was there for me, and helped me in so many ways. She even picked out the cake for me. Honestly, I don't think I could've done it without her. I also received many compliments on my choice for the reception. The Federal Ballroom is the perfect place for a reception that says it's truly a New Orleans Wedding. It's elegant, accessible, and right in the heart of the city. If that's what you are looking for, you have to consider the Ballroom. For me, having Rebecca for help and support, along with this great facility was a slam dunk.
Reviewed On 8/30/2018 by Jeremy & Jaleesa H
We recently held our wedding at The Federal Ballroom, and WOW, is the best way to describe the experience. From the moment we met with Rebecca to tour the venue through the moment we picked up our final items to depart, she was phenomenal! She ...
made us feel like we were the only couple that mattered. The ceremony and reception space was absolutely beautiful, thanks to Rebecca, Jeanette, and her team taking the time to understand exactly how we wanted things. The food, catered by Capdeboscq, is still being talked about! Our guest were amazed at the taste, quantity, and quality of the food... (and we had several chefs at our wedding as guest). Larry was a pleasure to work with. Sharon took great care of us all night. The bartender “Big Al” became everyone’s friend. Our wedding and groom’s cakes were moist and flavorful (Gambino’s). New Orleans PD made sure that we got an emmaculate photo in the street. It was the perfect venue for us to celebrate our new union. Thank you all for everything! Jaleesa & Jeremy
Reviewed On 8/21/2018 by Toni B
Our daughter got married on June 30, 2018, and chose this venue WITHOUT hesitation. She had heard so many great things about the venue but mostly heard SO many wonderful things about the way that Rebecca takes care of her "brides"! I'm here to...
tell you that she is INCREDIBLE! Not only does she take care of her brides, but she takes care of EVERYTHING! She cares about all the details and handles everything so you are stress free for the night! As the mother of the bride, I thought I was going to have a huge panic attack since my daughter was hands OFF having a full time job, going to night school for her masters degree, and with her and her fiance spending their free time with the love of their lives, his 3-year-old son on a regular basis! If it were not for Becca and her WONDERFUL staff handling ALL the details, I would have been in trouble. Larry from Capdeboscq was FABULOUS and the food was INCREDIBLE! I am still hearing RAVE reviews about the venue, the food, and EVERYTHING about the wedding night! Thank you, thank you, thank you, Becca O'Meara for making our daughter's fairy tale wedding a reality!
Reviewed On 6/21/2018 by Meagan T
Beautiful place! Great location, especially if you have out of town guests. There are so many hotels within walking distance! The food was amazing. Rebecca was extremely helpful and the decor was set up perfectly. It's such a picturesque buildi...
ng, and the vault and elevator are really cool! Someone was constantly refilling my drink. I never had to go to the bar myself! Even after we had food to take home, and they let us pick up everything the next morning, which was super convenient. Only two complaints. 1. It was extremely hot in the building. I assume because my wedding was in June and there are floor to ceiling windows, it was a little more difficult to cool. But some of my guests were sweating through their clothes, and it kept some people from dancing. 2. My DJ was told multiple times to lower the music, and I was told later that my guests were making comments that the music was really low. Every time my DJ would turn the music up a little, someone from FB would be over there telling him to turn it down. There are some residential buildings nearby, but it was before 10:00 PM and come on, it's New Orleans! Later my bridesmaids told me that they kept complaining, so finally, they gave in and let us have our party. Other than that, my night was perfect, and if you can get passed the lower than normal dancing music, it's a wonderful experience!
Response from the Vendor on 06/25/2018
Thank you Meagan for your feedback!
Reviewed On 6/20/2018 by Ryan B
The Federal Ballroom was the whole package. We planned a destination wedding and it was easier than we anticipated. Rebecca is very helpful and responded quickly to all of our questions and requests. She went above and beyond on the day of our...
wedding, too! Beautiful venue in a great location!
Reviewed On 6/15/2018 by Kathleen W
Where do I begin? Ms. Rebecca O'Meara is an angel. Truly! After my mom and dad visited the venue, we knew right away we wanted to book our reception here. From the actual location/venue itself (beautiful!) to how wonderful Ms. Rebecca was - it...
was perfect. Working with her was a breeze and she always made you feel special. Not to mention her relationship with the caterer, Capdeboscq, was refreshing!!! Both put on the most perfect wedding reception (food was delicious!!!). I even booked an event here for my work. Especially if you are getting married at Immaculate Conception - they go hand and hand. Book this venue for sure!
Reviewed On 4/04/2018 by Candice C
There is no other way to describe our wedding reception at Federal Ballroom other than MAGICAL! Becca went above and beyond to make sure that our every need was met and that our Gatsby/Harlem Renaissance themed reception went off without a hitc...
h! From the very beginning, Becca treated us like family and paid attention to every detail of our vision. The floor to ceiling windows provided a grand view for our guests. And the venue, being the former Federal Reserve Building, easily took you into a bygone era. If you book here, you must take a few photos in front of the vault! Becca even had our names on the marquee congratulating us days before our wedding!! Last but certainly not least, the food was AMAZING! Capdebosq, her in house caterer, is exceptional. Our guests are STILL talking about how great the food was. And, since everyone was from out of town, we opted for mostly New Orleans fare which made a lasting impression. If you are looking for an amazing space that will wow you and your guests along with hospitality that will make you feel right at home, then Becca and Federal Ballroom are the way to go! The venue will not disappoint and is in a prime location with the French Quarter literally across the street! My husband and I could not have made a better choice!
Reviewed On 3/26/2018 by Alli J
My daughter had her wedding here two weeks ago and it was amazing!!! Rebecca is awesome to work with. The Federal Ballroom was just so beautiful. My guests kept complimenting us on the food. It couldn't have been more perfect. The bride and ...
groom were so happy!!! Such a magical night. Thanks Rebecca!!!
Reviewed On 2/13/2018 by Lizzie M
We had our wedding at the Federal Ballroom in July 2017. I can't say enough about how wonderful this venue is and how special the staff at the Federal Ballroom is. The location was perfect, close to the Roosevelt Hotel where we got ready and t...
he Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church where we had our ceremony. Although my husband and I are from Baton Rouge and NOLA, respectively, we were planning our wedding from 2 different cities - he was in Atlanta and I was in Nashville. The team at the Federal Ballroom made our long distance wedding planning stress free. The fact that they work with a specific caterer makes things easy. The caterer will also be receiving a 5 star review. His food was awesome and his staff was phenomenal. We got so many compliments on the food! Rebecca is the true star at the Federal Ballroom. She goes above and beyond to make your wedding exactly what you want. She helped me with second line contracts, reviewed my band contract for me and offered other helpful tips. She me with me and/or my mom several times and was always available by text or email if we had questions. She came to the church (across the street) to make sure everything was set and to check in on me before the ceremony started. She went above and beyond and made sure that we felt special on our wedding day. With someone as wonderful as Rebecca, you don't need a separate wedding planner - at least in my opinion. My husband and I wanted our wedding reception to be a celebration of our relationship but we also wanted it to be a blast for our wedding guests. It was exactly that! If I had it to do over again, I would choose the federal ballroom again and again!!
Reviewed On 1/09/2018 by Joyce L
Rebecca and the entire staff was amazing. My family and friends can not stop talking about the venue and the execellent work they did. words can not express how grateful for the time, work, effort you all put in THANKS so much.
Reviewed On 12/13/2017 by Kimberly B
One of the best decisions I made when planning my wedding was booking the Federal Ballroom for my reception. The place itself is gorgeous and looks amazing even with little decor. But best of all is working with Rebecca who is the sweetest pers...
on who will make sure your wedding goes as seamlessly as possible. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone!
Reviewed On 10/31/2017 by Donna B
What a beautiful night. I was very pleased with the entire night. Rebecca takes such pride in her work and does everything she can to accommodate the desires of the families and guests. She is 2 steps ahead of everything that needs to be done. ...
She helped set up for the reception and she took everything down and had it ready to go for us the next day. The ball room is elegant and is great for large and small weddings. The food was delicious and in abundance the entire night. Again, what a perfect night! Rebecca is such an asset to the ballroom. I have no regrets!
Reviewed On 10/29/2017 by Shonda S
I would like to start by saying Rebecca is an ANGEL! We are from Philadelphia and were married October 21,2017. Rebecca made our destination wedding everything we hoped for and more. The Federal Ballroom , catering, hospitality etc.. was immacu...
late just like she promised. Our guest are still talking about how perfect our wedding was. Rebecca went over,above & beyond to make sure everything was perfect! Thanks again for being a very special part of our union! Love Chance & Shonda
Reviewed On 10/22/2017 by Bo M
It's really hard to know where to begin. The venue is spectacular with its old New Orleans charm fashioned by floor to ceiling windows running on 3 walls. The columns span the height and break the eating from the dance areas. There is olenty ...
of room for a dance party guided either by the DJ or by a Band. Our wedding was 150 people and we had plenty of space for all of the activities. Parking is a bit of a challenge for the guests but if you choose to get married downtown New Orleans you already know that parking is at a premium. Parking for the wedding party is reserved right next to the venue and you walk right in. Ok, so what teally makes this place the best there is: Ms. Becca!!!!!! She is truly one of the best in the business. You want to really feel like you are special? You pick Ms. Becca. My wife and I were discussing just last night how she truly takes the time to make you feel like you are the only one that matters on your special day. The level of personalization, the care, her endless smile, ability to multitask, take the load off of you, make you feel at home, coordinate, schedule, finetune, and streamline the while process is just unbelievable. You will feel like your mom is organizing your wedding as she takes that kind of personal care and love. She really lives what she does, remembers absolutely everyone that she helped get married, and becomes a friend for life. We strongly recommend this venue and Ms.Becca to everyone as we know you will have the wedding and reception of yor dreams here.
Reviewed On 10/17/2017 by Jessie P
We got married last JUne. Our reception was a dream come true. Rebecca, our coordinator went above and beyond. She even came to the church to get a sneak peek and gather the bridal party's items so we didn't have to worry about anyrhing as we ...
second lined to the federal ballroom. Rebecca and her staff are a joy to work with and you leave feeling like you gained additional family!
Reviewed On 10/11/2017 by Patricia D
We are so happy we had our wedding here! Mrs. Rebecca was so helpful during the planning stage (even as we were from out-of-state), the day-of, and even afterward. We had such a great time at our wedding and enjoyed every minute of it. We h...
ad both the ceremony and the reception (open bar, buffet dinner, second line band, and dancing) all within the Ballroom. It was a great place to have a second line band - they were a hit with our guests and we think the Ballroom's natural acoustics really amplified their sound.
Response from the Vendor on 10/11/2017
Patricia and Eric, I really enjoyed meeting you and your family and friends and being a part of your wedding day! What a beautiful day after the hurricane weather. Every detail came together. May God Bless you, Rebecca OMeara
Reviewed On 10/10/2017 by Natalie S
Perfect night! Rebecca is amazing and so helpful! She made everything so easy and stress free!
Response from the Vendor on 10/11/2017
Thank you so much Natalie & Bennett! I know we will see you again in New Orleans Soon! Love to You, Rebecca OMeara
Reviewed On 10/04/2017 by Shanna B
Sooooo Rebecca was literally my fairy Godmother! I spent ALL morning calling dozens of venues to book my engagement party for this December without any luck and although she informed me that The Federal Ballroom was booked she poured into me vi...
able information that truly facilitated the ENTIRE process for me and helped me to avoid wasting hours on the phone. She was so eager to help and I almost wish I could've booked the Federal Ballroom just so we could work together for my engagement party. Because of her help I found some great options the next day without a 3rd of the effort and time prior to speaking with her. I'll definitely follow up with her to book another event. She gets five stars from me. She's such a sweetheart, my gosh!
Response from the Vendor on 10/11/2017
Merci and Good Luck!
Reviewed On 6/25/2017 by Morgan W
Federal Ballroom was great to us - from the room, to working with other vendors, to the food, everything was spot on. Their in-house catering comparing has been around for decades (catered my in-laws' wedding, actually), and treating us wonderf...
ully. We had a tasting prior to the wedding and the food was excellent the day of. Rebecca was quick to respond to any question and allowed us to visit the site multiple times before our wedding day. I give three stars for a few glaring issues, however. My now husband and I are very low maintenance. We had few things we wanted to have done at our wedding; the rest of the time we wanted to spend dancing and spending time with our loved ones. When it came to our entrance, no one communicated with our DJ to introduce us, so none of our guests knew we had entered the room. FB also did not communicate with the dj hat we would move straight to cake cutting, so no one knew that was happening either. The only other event during the wedding was our bouquet toss, which was announced. We had a "personal helper" during the night, but I saw her only half the night. And for our exit, no real direction was given. For asking for so little, we expected these few moments to go off seemlessly. The venue is wonderful, the food delicious, the atmosphere perfect for having everyone together. I just wish there had been better communication throughout the evening.
Response from the Vendor on 07/12/2017
Thank you so much for your feedback. Weddings are my life and I enjoyed being a part of yours! The DJ Leslie that you hired with Toast Entertainment has performed here since your wedding and his timing is getting better and better.
Reviewed On 6/22/2017 by Jonte R
Rebecca is amazing and just about the kindest soul I have ever met! The Federal ballroom is absolutely breathtaking; no need to pay for a tremendous amount of decor. And Cabdoquebsc Catering is amazing; my guest both local and out of town lo...
ved the food! We can not imagine having our wedding anywhere else. Michael and I thank you all for making our day so flawless and special . Again Rebecca is a bride's heaven sent; I don't know how she does it but she gets it all done. And she was always willing to help in any way possible! She is an All-star! Best day of our lives!
Response from the Vendor on 10/11/2017
I too can not imagine your wedding any other place as well. It was pure fun Thank you so much, Rebecca OMeara
Reviewed On 6/22/2017 by Amy T
Do yourself a favor (especially if you’re an out-of-town bride) – book this venue right now! This is an awesome ballroom space with enough character and history that it feels like anything but a typical ballroom. The space is beautiful, with fl...
oor-to-ceiling windows, towering ceilings, crown molding, and stately columns. It’s big enough for a large wedding, and yet still managed to seem the perfect size for our wedding, which ended up being much smaller than we’d thought when we booked. I barely remember eating anything, but I’ve heard the food was better than most wedding food. Everything was customized to our taste by the true shining star of this venue – Becca. Do not be alarmed if one of your vendors claims Becca is hard to work with, because let me tell you – Becca’s focus is on YOU, the bride. Becca went so far above and beyond for us. She dealt with all of my vendors, she assembled decorations we brought with us, she transported decorations to the church, and the bridesmaids’ things to the ballroom before the ceremony. She talked me through the paperwork for my second line, and then, at the last minute, when it looked like the second line wasn’t going to happen, she made some calls, went down to the office in person, and paid the fees to make it happen (we paid her back, of course)! Up until a couple of months before the wedding, I thought me and my mom had everything under control and it would be smooth sailing on my wedding day – HAHAHAHHAHA! I don’t know what we would have done without Becca. Truly.
Reviewed On 6/08/2017 by Jenna F
Recently had our reception here and everything was amazing!! Very spacious and elegant. Our guests raved about the food! Rebecca, the wedding coordinator, was fabulous and was there every step of the way! She got in touch with all of the vendor...
s the week before which made my life a lot easier!! If you pick this place, you will be in great hands!!
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2017
Thank you Jenna & John Austin . . .your wedding was a BLAST!!!!!!!!! My love to you Rebecca OMeara
Reviewed On 5/28/2017 by Rebecca C
The team at the Federal Ballroom was dream to work with. They make the planning process so easy. Becca- the wedding planner is absolutely outstanding. She has great response rate. She will incoporate any detail into the wedding. She helps you s...
et up all the meetings with the different vendors. She takes care of the bride and groom and their families. If you want a wedding that will absolutely stunning, book through the Federal Ballroom.
Response from the Vendor on 05/30/2017
Thank you so much Rebecca & Mathew The best wishes, Rebecca OMeara
Reviewed On 3/15/2017 by mariam N
I had my wedding reception here a couple of weekends ago and cannot begin to say how happy I am with how everything turned out. Rebecca was so helpful throughout the entire process. I was planning the wedding from out of state and she made thin...
gs so much easier. Even the day of, she helped me with small tasks I thought I'd be doing in the morning. Everything ran smoothly because of her help, and all of our guests had nothing but good things to say about the venue and the food! I would highly recommend getting married here to anyone who is considering it!
Reviewed On 3/14/2017 by Marilyn C
My son was married there this past Saturday. Everything was perfect! The food was delicious and the service top-notch. What made it even easier to plan was Rebecca. She is such a sweetie and made sure it all went smoothly. For the past year I...
have been working with Rebecca to plan this special day for my son and his partner and I could not have done it without her. I have been inundated with messages from friends and family about how great the food was and how beautiful the room was decorated and just how much fun everyone had. I am still overwhelmed with how perfect the whole event went - Thank you Rebecca! Love you and wish there was some way to work with you again!
Reviewed On 1/15/2017 by Knottiec39ce8a4400639fe
The facility was great. The folks serving drinks and food were super. The only problem was a couple of folks off the street were allowed to enter the hall. Security could have been more vigilant.
Reviewed On 1/11/2017 by Katie G
Our reception was at The Federal Ballroom on 12-17-2016 and it was absolutely stunning and I could not be happier with our venue choice! Rebecca is an absolute dream to work with and helped to make our wedding perfect! The only advice that I h...
ave for others looking to book this venue is to purchase the additional lighting that she offers! The caterer that she uses is also amazing and I am still getting compliments from guests about it!! You cannot go wrong if you choose this venue!!
Reviewed On 1/01/2017 by Darby Y
I can't say enough good things about the Federal Ballroom!!! My husband and I just had our wedding reception here on December 29, 2016. I am from San Diego, but my husband and I started dating in New Orleans and we knew we wanted to return fo...
r our wedding. I was nervous about planning a destination wedding, but Rebecca, the wedding coordinator at Federal Ballroom made it a breeze. She helped me pick centerpieces, gave advice on picking vendors, and ensured everything was in place for our big day. She was patient, enthusiastic, and a calming presence through the whole process. I was blown away when I entered the Ballroom the night of our reception at how elegant it all was. Additionally, the Federal Ballroom uses Capdebosque catering which was a huge hit with our guests. Their food was delicious and they even set up a Hurricane Bar and made bags of beignets to-go for all the guests to take as they left the venue which people loved!!! Also, Sharon and Larry from Capdebosque ensured my husband and I never had an empty glass, ensured our evening ran on schedule, and even set up an intimate dinner for my husband and I to get a quick bite in alone during cocktail hour in a separate room so we were fed and recharged to party with our guests the rest of the evening. That detail was so sweet! At the end of the night they sent our parents and us home with boxes of leftovers which fed us for 2 days! The Federal Ballroom made my dream wedding come true and our guests were thrilled with it all too.
Reviewed On 11/20/2016 by Nic M
I cannot express enough how wonderful it was to have this venue! The coordinator Rebecca is a godsend and will save your sanity during the stressful planning period. Truly a wonderful experience!
Reviewed On 11/06/2016 by Gina T
My daughter was married at the Federal Ballroom in New Orleans in January. The ballroom was absolutely beautiful. It has a great deal of character, and with the lighting, set up, and the lights at Christmas time and just after the New Year, it...
was stunning. . Working with Rebecca O'Meara was a dream! She was efficient, creative, professional, and responsive to our questions. Rebecca really went above and beyond to make everything go smoothly. The ceremony was held at the Immaculate Conception Church which is a couple of blocks away, and she walked down to ensure that all was going perfectly. Rebecca stood outside on the corner to give directions when necessary, and even made sure that the band had a place to park. She saw to every detail. The food was excellent and our guests were so complementary! A great time was had by everyone! This venue is sophisticated, elegant and urban but feels welcoming and charming. I highly recommend the Federal Ballroom and in particular, working with the wonderful Rebecca O'Meara!
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Dominique R
Approximately a year and a half ago I knew I wanted to have a wedding in New Orleans and began looking at venues. New Orleans is a city built for celebrations so at first it was difficult to narrow down the search. We had a destination wedd...
ing (coming from NYC) and I didn't want a reception at a hotel as we could have done that up here. Once I saw Federal Ballroom, the search ended. The former federal reserve bank has floor to ceiling windows, crown moldings, etc. and the whole space can be customized. And the food and drink is second to none. The caterer is Capdeboscq and not only is everything made from scratch/fresh and will be the best southern wedding food you will have but the options are endless. Our menu for the dinner portion only was the following: caesar salad, shrimp and grits, crawfish etouffe, pasta primavera, lasagna, chicken and sausage gumbo, roast beef debris with mashed potatoes, beef tenderloin carving station, fried turkey carving station, roasted pig carving station with pork tenderloins and jambalaya, alligator sausage, crawfish sausage, shrimp sausage, grilled chicken breast, grilled catfish, bananas foster, coffee and beignets, french bread pudding with rum sauce, and of course wedding cake. The caterer was able to pull off every dish to perfection. It doesn't stop there, we had two top shelf open bars with speciality drinks (hurricanes and four different types of martinis). Nobody waited in line for drinks or food the whole night and it has been over a week and our friends and family are still commenting on the catering. But on top of all that, there is also a secret weapon that no other venue has in New Orleans: Rebecca O'Meara. Becca can make your dreams come true and will help you every step of the way. From having a menu with three different carving stations for dinner to having the Tulane University Marching Band lead our second line into the venue, there was nothing Becca wasn't willing to help with, make easier, and nothing is impossible under her watch. Having all the moving pieces we had and being a destination wedding can be stressful but with Becca, it went off without a hitch and I owe her the world. Don't settle for a cookie cutter wedding; you are in New Orleans so use the best venue with a coordinator who cannot be matched. While the value of the venue is incredible, with Rebecca, it is priceless.
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Kriston S
If you are trying to choose a reception venue then look no further than the Federal Ballroom. Their in house planner (Rebecca) made us feel like a king and queen. Every detail was planned out with little to no worry on our part and Rebecca is...
probably the sweetest and most accommodating person we could ever have hoped for. You will definitely love this place and have a blast. It was the most beautiful reception ever (well at least in my opinion).
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Shannon B
Our October wedding at The Federal Ballroom was absolutely everything we had envisioned. It was truly amazing and perfect from the very beginning all the way to the end. Becca the coordinator there, is truly a blessing. She is extremely person...
able and very passionate about her role. Becca,her staff, and the venue are top notch!!!!
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Kelsey S
My husband and I looked at a lot of different venues, but ultimately chose the Federal Ballroom for both our ceremony and our reception. Boy, are we so incredibly glad we did! Our experience with the Federal Ballroom (and particularly Rebecca O...
'Meara) was nothing short of fantastic. First and foremost, the venue is BEAUTIFUL. When our wedding party walked into the room for the rehearsal, we heard audible gasps of approval. Our guests shared the same sentiment the following evening. Everyone has spoken very highly of the space. We also really need to mention the food and catering team. We heard from wedding guests over and over and over again that the food was just fantastic. The Federal Ballroom works with Capdeboscq Catering and they are amazing! My husband, parents, and I did a tasting with the Capdeboscq team a few months before the wedding and we knew we were in for a treat from that moment. We found the catering and food options to be very reasonably priced. They offer a wide variety of delicious appetizers, entrée options, and stations. We opted for a mashed potato bar, a grilling station, and the fruit and cheese station - on top of our meals and pass-arounds. Everything was so good. AND when we got back to our hotel room at the end of the night, Capdeboscq had already delivered several boxes of hot and cold foods (and wedding cake) for us to enjoy. They did the same for our parents, which I think is a really nice touch. I would be remiss if I didn't mention Rebecca O' Meara and the treatment my husband and I received before, during, and after the wedding. Rebecca runs the Federal Ballroom and handles every single wedding detail with ease and enthusiasm. From the start, she offered her assistance with all of our details. She provided recommendations for many of the vendors that we ended up using (and with which we were very pleased). She rented a beautiful vintage backdrop for our ceremony, accommodated all of our specific requests, and provided feedback on our day-of itinerary. We had pretty elaborate centerpieces that my mother had spent a lot of time creating. Rebecca set-up the tables exactly the way we had imagined they would be and everything was just perfect. Right before they opened the doors to the venue on the night of the wedding, she took me upstairs to see the space before anyone else saw it! It was a nice touch that meant a lot to me in that moment. On the night of the rehearsal, she made sure to meet with everyone in our wedding party, so she could put a face to a name. It made the wedding evening run very smoothly. Most importantly, she made herself very accessible in the months and weeks leading up to the wedding. We texted, chatted on the phone, and emailed back and forth - I always felt like we were in good hands. Our wedding ceremony and reception were PERFECT. Rebecca ensured that we stayed on time throughout the entire evening, even when we had a lot of moving parts (like a second line in between the ceremony and reception). Both my husband and I had a personal attendant - she made sure we had enough to eat and drink throughout the entire night. I wouldn't have changed a single thing about our experience with Rebecca and the Federal Ballroom staff. This is a top-notch venue with an incredibly professional team that will do everything they can to ensure that your wedding is the best day of your life. We are so grateful for everything they did for us and would recommend them over and over again!
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Monique G
We had a FANTASTIC wedding reception at the Federal Ballroom! It was everything we dreamed of for our wedding day! The Ballroom is absolutely gorgeous with the columns and floor to ceiling windows. We had to do very little decorating of the spa...
ce to make it look beautiful. It is also in a great location in the city. Half of our wedding guests were from out of town and appreciated being right in the heart of New Orleans! Most importantly the Wedding Coordinator at the Federal Ballroom, Rebecca, is the best there is! We live out of town and she made everything so easy to plan! She recommended vendors, helped with table linens, floor plans, and even sent us everything we needed to get our second line permit! She was very quick to respond when I needed something. Also, on the week of the wedding she was more than accommodating. She truly took the pressure off of us so we could enjoy the whole experience without feeling stressed about vendor set up and how the day would flow. Our family and friends had the time of their lives at our wedding and we have the best memories from our wedding day to cherish forever! I highly recommend the Federal Ballroom!
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by a member
Our wedding reception at the Federal Ballroom far exceeded our expectations! The venue was absolutely beautiful and our guests are still raving about the delicious food and awesome service provided by the Capdeboscq caterers. Rebecca was a joy ...
to work with and helped wedding planning by a busy bride so much easier! Rebecca was very accommodating to my busy schedule and never made us feel like we were bothering her. On the day of the wedding, she made sure that both of us were treated like royalty throughout the night! We couldn't have asked for a better experience!
Response from the Vendor on 10/31/2016
Maya, thank you very much to you and Marquis
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Shannon H
My husband and I had our wedding in June this year and our experience was excellent. Rebecca, the wedding coordinator, was so awesome. She is a true expert in her profession. She is so personable and did a great job making us comfortable and re...
duced our stress. She sent sweet text messages throughout the planning that just made us at ease. She was a true blessing on our wedding day and did not miss a beat. The ballroom itself was so stunning! The first time I saw it, I gasped from the beauty. I knew that I had found the perfect venue.
Reviewed On 9/23/2016 by Jessica M
My reception was 100% PERFECT thanks to Rebecca and the wonderful staff at the Federal Ballroom. Rebecca was so accommodating and let me drop some things off at The Federal Ballroom early. She patiently listened to how I wanted things set up. A...
nd, when we arrived, everything was perfect! The food tables, cake table, the lighting, the seating was so perfect. When we first arrived, Rebecca made sure I had everything I needed and was calm and collected. She made sure my (new!) husband and I were able to eat in a private dining area before entering the reception. From there on, Rebecca and her staff were checking on us the entire night and kept everything going smoothly. We never had an empty glass! Rebecca let us pick up our decorations and such the next day and was so wonderful to help us load the car. They pack up food from the reception to give to the wedding couple and their parents so you can enjoy it later that evening - and it was so good! Rebecca also asked if we wanted to give any excess food to charity/homeless shelter which we did because we thought that was such a wonderful way to give back and not waste anything. I cant say enough wonderful things about Rebecca and The Federal Ballroom. I had an amazing, fun-filled wedding reception thanks to everyone at the Federal Ballroom. I received so many compliments on the venue from guests on how much they loved the venue, the food, the bartenders, the atmosphere. It was the best experience and far exceeded my expectations. Everything was so perfect! I would recommend the Federal Ballroom, and Rebecca and her team, 100% for any event! They are wonderful!!
Response from the Vendor on 09/24/2016
Jessica, Thank you so much! I enjoyed every moment! Rebecca OMeara
Reviewed On 9/22/2016 by Omishan O
Best word to describe my experience at the Federal Ballroom is PERFECTION!!! From beginning to end, it was wonderful. Rebecca, the wedding coordinator, was absolutely amazing. She was accommodating, accessible, and extremely resourceful. She a...
cted as my day-of-coordinator and handled every previously discussed detail to the letter. My reception was very involved (300 guests and multicultural) and Rebecca and her staff made sure that I had nothing to worry about. She oversaw all of my vendors' setups and breakdowns allowing my wedding day to be stress free. And I can't forget to mention the food and drinks, provided by their in-house caterer, Capdeboscq Catering. It was to do die for. We received so many compliments on the the service, the delicious food, and the very liberal drinks. It's been almost 5 months since my wedding day and we are all still talking about how smoothly and beautifully everything was executed. No stone was left unturned and it made for the most memorable night of our lives! We are so pleased with our choice of reception venue and would highly recommend The Federal Ballroom; take my word for it, you will not regret it!!!!
Reviewed On 9/20/2016 by Corey N
Every single step of the wedding was easy when working with Rebecca at the Federal Ballroom. She made wedding planning easy and stress-free! She was so wonderful to work with, always responded quickly. Our attendant the night of the wedding nev...
er let our drinks go cold or empty! The staff was very friendly and easy to work with. They were extremely organized and kept things on schedule. The room itself is the perfect mix of elegance and New Orleans glam. Our guests could not stop telling us how much they loved the venue! It was a perfect venue for a perfect night! Thank you so much Rebecca, we loved working with you!!
Reviewed On 7/27/2016 by Angie C
My wedding at the Federal Ballroom was absolutely perfect! Rebecca is such a pleasure to work with and helped bring to life all of my ideas! Everything ran smoothly and I could not have had a better night! All of their vendors were terrific and...
I highly suggest booking them for anyone's wedding! Thanks Rebecca!
Response from the Vendor on 07/27/2016
Angela & David Thank You So Much! I enjoyed your wedding celebration! What a Fabulous Wedding Day! Rebecca OMeara
Reviewed On 7/14/2016 by Hope F
Our reception at the Federal Ballroom was everything I could have ever wished for and more for my wedding. Our experience met and exceeded all of my wedding day dreams! The Ballroom itself is exceptionally elegant and beautiful. We especially l...
oved the high ceilings, beautiful tall columns, floor-to-ceiling windows, lovely lighting, and large dance floor with a great area for the band. Being able to have Rebecca as the wedding coordinator is what made our experience at the Federal Ballroom so fantastic. She is absolutely wonderful to work with! The decision to forgo hiring a wedding planner for a New Orleans wedding can be a little stressful and worrisome. but Becca made all of those concerns go away. She helped throughout the entire wedding process and was always willing to give her advice and expertise for our wedding planning. We visited the Federal Ballroom a few times before the wedding and enjoyed each visit with Becca. The day of the wedding, Becca took care of everything! We didn't have to worry about anything and put it all in Becca's hands. Once we arrived at the reception, Becca took charge of getting the wedding party in, serving a dinner to the groom and I, bringing us up for the first dance, bringing us back down when it was time to leave, etc. The service was excellent, and the food was absolutely delicious. We loved that we were able to pick so many different foods and that we had many great New Orleans classics to choose from. Our guests went on and on about how much they enjoyed everything. They especially appreciated having the hor d'oeuvres and cake passed around and how attentive the staff was. Our reception was the absolute best and so much fun. The night went without a single hitch. I know this had to do with the planning and all of the behind the scenes work that Rebecca did. My husband and I, as well as my parents, felt very tended to throughout the whole evening, and the whole process. Our reception at the Federal Ballroom was beyond our expectations and absolutely wonderful. I am grateful for the amazing service from Becca, Capdeboscq and everyone involved, and I am incredibly happy to have chosen the Federal Ballroom. We will cherish our happy memories from our wedding reception there always.
Response from the Vendor on 07/14/2016
Thank you so very much! Rebecca OMeara
Reviewed On 7/07/2016 by MARY M
I can not get over how perfect his venue was for our special day. From start to finish, Rebecca and her staff made the whole planning process painless and easy. From allowing me to come in beforehand on multiple occasions to try out ideas to ev...
en decorating the venue for me! The staff was very professional and prompt, making sure all wedding events were taken care of (cake cutting, refilling our drinks, our dinner, etc.) The food was absolutely fantastic as well! Our guests are still talking about how amazing the food and bar were for the reception. Rebecca was a total dream and I couldn't be more appreciative. She truly went above and beyond to make the evening perfect. I would HIGHLY recommend The Federal Ballroom to any one- especially those who are expecting a larger group ( as we had about 400 people ). I would give this location at Rebecca 10 stars if I could.
Reviewed On 7/02/2016 by Chelsie L
When my husband and I started looking for venues, we knew we wanted a New Orleans wedding, but didn't know what type: plantation, quarter, etc. We live in Houston so we went to NOLA for the weekend and saw 10 venues in 2 days! Once we went to...
the Federal Ballroom, we knew we found our place and let me tell you why... First of all, the space is beautiful and so full of rich new Orleans history (the old federal reserve). My favorite part is the floor to ceiling windows! Second of all, the location is perfect. It is across canal from the quarter, but close enough to the quarter to still have the NOLA feel. Lastly and MOST importantly is REBECCA! She is beyond words amazing! As I mentioned, we live in Houston and I did not have a wedding planner. Well, I didn't need one with her. She helped me with EVERYTHING. And when I say everything, I mean everything...flowers, bands, 2nd line bands, 2nd line permits, food, cake, chairs, dance floor, decorating. She even went to get my 2nd line permit for me so that I was able to spend more time with my family and friends during the week of the wedding. When she tells you that your wedding will be everything you ever dreamed of, you should listen and not worry one bit! Our family and friends still rave about our wedding and it would absolutely not have happened without her! Thank you to Rebecca and all at the Federal Ballroom that gave us a night we will never forget!
Reviewed On 7/01/2016 by Brianne H
Rebecca and her staff were amazing! They did everything to make sure that our wedding was the best day of our lives! We loved every minute of it! If we could do it all over again, we wouldn't change a thing! We highly recommend the Federal Ball...
room!!!
Reviewed On 7/01/2016 by Abby S
I would tell anyone planning a wedding in the city to have their reception at the Federal Ballroom! Rebecca is absolutely amazing and will make sure that you have the wedding of your dreams. I love how they entire staff scheduled the entire nig...
ht and made sure it flowed wonderfully. Rebecca was wonderful at helping with anything during the wedding planning process, such as vendor suggestions and calming down my stresses right up to the day of the wedding! The entire staff was so attentive to our needs during our reception and we could not have asked for better. Also, the food provided by Capdeboscq was second to none and his presentations are amazing. The entire staff was wonderful and extremely professional. If I could give the Federal Ballroom more stars I would!
Response from the Vendor on 07/01/2016
Merci Abby & Phillip Dr & Mrs Our greatest love to you as you enjoy the Journey of your marriage Rebecca O'Meara
Reviewed On 7/01/2016 by Lorraine Z
I had the best New Years Eve wedding ever at the Federal Ballroom- Becca made my wedding the party of the year that everyone is still talking about six months later.
Response from the Vendor on 07/01/2016
Lorraine & Dan, This was my first New Year's Eve wedding! I enjoyed your Ceremony, Reception, and all that Confetti! What a way to bring in the the New Year. P.S. You left some of your pieces of confetti here. They come out from time to t...
ime from their hiding spots!!!!!! Rebecca O'Meara
Reviewed On 6/30/2016 by Elizabeth S
Our reception and experience at the Federal Ballroom were beyond amazing!! If I could give it (and Rebecca!) 10 stars, I absolutely would. From our first visit 14 months before the wedding to the very last moment of our reception, and even the ...
day after our wedding, we were extremely well taken care of by Rebecca and her team. As an out of town bride planning from afar, Rebecca was so helpful with her vendor recommendations and knowledge. She patiently answered all of my questions beforehand and literally went the extra mile on our wedding day--When she noticed our cups for the second line ( which was from St. Louis Cathedral to the Federal Ballroom) were mistakenly left at the Ballroom just 30 minutes before the ceremony, she rode with a policeman to hand deliver them to the Cathedral for us. Rebecca and her team truly care and will do everything they can to make sure that your wedding day runs as smoothly and happily as possible. I will say that the one thing I was even semi-nervous about was the food, but mainly because I am not a huge seafood person. However, Capdebosq's catering and service also exceeded our expecations and provided the best wedding food I have ever had! (My favorites were the fried turkey carving station and mini muffaletas btw.)..Many of our guests went out of their way to tell us how much they enjoyed the food and how much fun they had at the reception. Really you can't ask for more than that! I just wish we could do it all over again:)
Response from the Vendor on 06/30/2016
Thanks Elizabeth and Sean! Your wedding was a true New Orleans Wedding with all the works! I enjoyed meeting your family and friends. Our Love, Rebecca O'Meara
Reviewed On 6/30/2016 by Amanda H
The Federal Ballroom was an absolutely beautiful venue. The large open space allows everyone to be able to participate and view all the activities without feeling cramped. The staff were amazing, especially Rebecca. She was so helpful and alway...
s available for any last minute questions I had. 100% recommend it!!
Response from the Vendor on 06/30/2016
Thank you so much Amanda and Evan! I enjoyed every moment of your wedding reception! Looking forward to seeing your photos All the best to you Rebecca OMeara
Reviewed On 11/10/2015 by Knottie22991227
When I first started the hunt for a reception hall, I looked at a good bit of places. I found The Federal Ballroom and Rebecca. From the start of this journey to the finish, Rebecca was there. When I was a nervous wreck hoping and praying t...
his all turned out the way I wanted, Rebecca worked hard to make sure to ease my mind. She was a blessing to me and my family. She handled everything and everyone with such grace. I got to drop off my decorations that I wanted and we worked together to figure out how everything was going to be placed. PUT YOUR TRUST IN HER. SHE WILL GET IT DONE. The catering company was amazing. Gene and his crew at Capdeboscq Catering did top notch and were such a joy to work with as well. The only complaint I have about the entire experience is that it is over. If you book this place, just enjoy the experience, trust in Rebecca, and try to make the most out of your wedding. It goes by so quickly.
Response from the Vendor on 07/05/2016
Sarah, Thank you so much! We enjoyed your wedding day! I am excited about all your good news! Rebecca O'Meara
Reviewed On 10/29/2015 by Ana V
There aren't even words to describe how amazing my experience was with the Federal Ballroom. Everything was perfection from start to finish. I booked this venue after looking here and only one other place. I had a vision for a vintage theme...
d downtown new orleans wedding with a second line, dancing, delicious traditional Louisiana cookin', and a rocking band! Our wedding was almost a "destination wedding" as about 80% of our guests (including our immediate families) don't live here, so we wanted it to be a real Nawlins' feel! I was also looking for a venue that was one large ballroom, because I find that weddings where the bar is separate from the dance floor, it often takes away from the dancing as people get caught up in chatting near the bar. The ballroom had EVERYTHING I was looking for! First off, the space itself is beautiful. It has that very vintage glam feeling with high ceilings, beautiful columns, ornate crown molding, and ceiling to floor windows. Also, two bars can be set up in the room in the front and back and space in the middle for a large dancefloor surrounded by tallboy tables and the back is perfect for the buffet. It's a great set up to keep the party going, but also plenty of room so you do not feel to crowded. The space itself is great. I had about 180 people, and there was room for another 100-200 easily. Many of our guests raved about the beauty of the space. Another great thing is the LOCATION. People were so excited to be able to head anywhere downtown/FQ after the reception to keep the party going. We second lined here from the Hotel Monteleone were our guests had been having a happy hour during the 2 hour break between our ceremony and reception. It was a .2 mile route and it worked out wonderfully. Next I have to comment on REBECCA!! She is fantastic. I did not have a wedding planner, even though I have a crazy job working 80-100 hours a week and on weekends. But honestly, I did not need one with Rebecca around. She was so willing to help. She listened to all my requests. She was also prompt with emails. She never hesitated to let me come by and made time for my mom and mother-in-law who would have to come in from out of town to help out at times. I had a very specific vision of how I wanted the room set up and to feel, and she met with me, absorbed all the information, diagrams I drew her, etc and when I walked in on Saturday night it was exactly how I had imagined! She was awesome. Lastly, The FOOD! Everyone RAVED about the food. Capdebosq catering was awesome. We chose all true Louisiana home-cookin' and they did not disappoint. Our guests all raved for days about the shrimp and grits. Even my picky Brazilian family members said this was the best wedding food they had ever had. It was great! They were also very good at communicating and often communicated with me through texts for things like reserving a cake stand, our final food selections, etc. They made it so easy! They were also willing to help me with a few special projects -- I wanted a brazilian and egyptian dessert table and they brought us an extra table and helped to set it up. They also learned how to make a special brazilian cocktail that I wanted served at my reception. Overall, 100% pleased with our experience. Would not change ONE thing! It was the best night of our lives and the federal ballroom played a HUGE part in this! Thank you all!
Reviewed On 10/27/2015 by Knottie54535915
Rebecca O'Meara and her staff were great. She was very calm and organized through the planning process and during the actual event. Being from out of town, we leaned on her a lot for referrals and most turned out to be wonderful! She explained ...
everything thoroughly and reminded us of things that needed to be done along the way. We had about 120 people and I would say that was the limit for the ceremony space. It was great for what we needed, but it is small and may not be perfect for a formal/larger wedding. The reception space was wonderful! Very spacious and elegant. I loved the fact that I really didn't have to dress it up much because it was already so pretty. During the reception, Rebecca and staff kept things going and brought my husband and I drinks every time we were getting low which i LOVED. They also kept things on schedule and got all things done (dances, cake cutting, etc) within the first 30 minutes, served food the whole time, and it was party time for 4 hours straight. Loved this venue!
Reviewed On 10/13/2015 by Connie T
My son and his wife were married on 10/03/15. After careful searching, they chose the Federal Ballroom as the venue for their wedding reception. Their guests hailed from Japan, Australia, Canada, England, and Germany as well as from numerous st...
ates across the United States. They wanted their guests to experience a true New Orleans wedding in a grand but affordable style! Rebecca, the wedding coordinator at the Federal Ballroom, made their experience one not to be forgotten! From start to finish, Rebecca was available to ensure that everything on the night of the wedding ran smoothly. The venue was beautiful and spacious. You could not ask for a better, more organized person than Rebecca to assist you in hosting the perfect wedding reception. Their guests had a wonderful time, and the bride and groom could not have been happier. Rebecca took care of all their needs from arrival to departure. Can't say enough great things about Rebecca and the Federal Ballroom.
Reviewed On 10/01/2015 by Laura F
My reception was an absolute dream thanks to Rebecca and the wonderful staff at the Federal Ballroom. The food tables, cake table, the lighting, the seating was so perfect. When we first arrived, Rebecca made sure I got all the pictures I neede...
d, I was comfortable and bustled my dress, made sure my groom and I got a bite to eat before entering the reception. From there on, she was checking on us the entire night and kept everything going smoothly. She let us set up the day before and pick up our stuff the next day. They pack up food from the reception to give to the wedding couple and their parents so you can enjoy it later that evening. Rebecca also asked if we wanted to give any excess food to charity/homeless shelter which we did because we thought that was such a wonderful way to give back and not waste anything. I cant say enough wonderful things about Rebecca and The Federal Ballroom. I had an amazing, fun-filled wedding reception thanks to everyone at the Federal Ballroom. I received so many compliments on the venue from guests on how much they loved the venue, the food, the bartenders, the atmosphere. It was the best experience and far exceeded my expectations.
Reviewed On 10/01/2015 by Knottie12030407
September 12th, my daughter married, with the Reception at the Federal Ballroom. Everything promised on their website was delivered and more! Working with Rebecca O'Meara was a dream. We didn't have a Wedding planner, but didn't need one with t...
he Federal Ballroom. Rebecca took care of every single detail, from start to finish, so that my daughter and her husband could enjoy every moment. You will not find another venue so beautifully laid out, with such gorgeous architecture, artwork, a working vault and a marque to display the bride and groom's name. No other venue will allow you to drop off your giveaways, bridal portrait, toasting glasses, etc., days before the event and then locks them securely, along with gifts, for pick up the NEXT DAY! To be able to calmly leave the Reception without having the lights come up and carts rolled out to break down the room was a huge plus for us. We had a first class, once in a lifetime Reception at the Federal Ballroom that not only met but exceeded all of our high expectations.
Reviewed On 9/07/2015 by Nicola C
Fabulous reception venue in Nola! I wanted my reception to be elegant and whimsical with great service and food while still affordable. The Federal Ballroom provided all of this and more. Perfect venue if you want the perfect combination of ele...
gance and different or non-traditional. It's a very special place. Our guests were truly wow'd!! The floor to ceiling windows and elevator service were beautiful touches...truly magical at night! The food and service provided by Capdebosq Catering was great. Mr. Gene was the nicest to work with. Bartenders were interactive with our guests and so much fun...very attentive...really added to the party atmosphere. Last but not least..Rebecca was born to do what she does. I felt like I had hired a wedding planner. She is so detailed..attentive and kind to work with. We met only twice prior to my wedding and each time I was more assured than the last that we had made the right choice. There is nothing like the feeling of being taken care of as a bride and groom. Rebecca did not disappoint. Dream to work with and I am so thankful for her!!! She was by my side all night..Rebecca and The Federal Ballroom will always have a place in our hearts!!!
Reviewed On 8/09/2015 by Kristen N
Rebecca was great to deal with. The price was right, but if you use this venue you must use Capedebosque catering. They were a little more difficult, they were not open to new ideas, have no idea what gluten is, nor are there many vegetarian ...
options... hopefully your guests aren't in to healthy eating. We had to fight to get a spinach salad.... and that was the one thing at the reception that was usually needing to be refilled! (And there was none for our boxes at the end of the night). However, they do have great specialty stations that I would recommend looking into. Also you MUST PROVIDE Rebecca with a timeline for your reception. We ended up have NO TOAST!!! NOT ONE!!! And I think this is because no one told those that were prepared to give a toast that it was time.
Reviewed On 6/20/2015 by Emily T
Literally the best wedding reception venue downtown!! Rebecca the coordinator is the BEST kept the night smooth and amazing. Food was so fabulous, still have guests calling and texting a week after the wedding telling me how amazing it was!!!!
Reviewed On 6/05/2015 by Knottie1433536872
I don't usually write reviews but I just want to say that the service my daughter received for her wedding was top notch. The coordinator, Rebecca O'Meara was the best from start to finish. I would definitely recommend this venue.
Reviewed On 6/01/2015 by Adrianne N
My wedding was May 23rd at the Federal Ballroom. It was an absolutely beautiful venue. It's perfect for out of town guest since it is centrally located to the french quarter and hotels. My guest raved about the elegance of the ballroom. Rebecca...
was so friendly and easy to work with. She came to my church before the wedding and helped to get me down the aisle! The catering company they use capdeboscq was great! I would definitely recommend having your wedding reception at the federal ballroom!!
Reviewed On 5/19/2015 by Rayna
My wedding experience at the Federal Ballroom was absolutely exquisite! We had a beautiful wedding ceremony and reception upstairs in the ballroom. Rebecca was warm, genuine, and very sweet and assuring during the planning process. Beyond perso...
nality, it was clear she was capable, organized, and well-prepared to coordinate and run a fantastic wedding. I'm from Nola but am an out of town bride, and Rebecca was responsive by email and phone throughout my 11 month planning process. Of course I really mostly needed her in the weeks leading up, but she was pivotal in helping suggest key vendors like my florist, rentals company, and the catering company, Capdeboscq. The week of the wedding, Rebecca confirmed all our vendors and on our rehearsal 2 days before, she walked me through the entire space and made sure every detail was attended to, from placement of items on our sand ceremony table to where each buffet table would be set up. My wedding day was stress free because she (and of course family) was there to make sure we had all we needed. Our wedding was so much fun--the ballroom is so beautiful and elegantly lit; especially at sunset, and we and our 120 guests did not want the night to end!! This venue was affordable and the quality of the service from Rebecca to all of the staff was impeccable.
Reviewed On 5/12/2015 by Robert D
The Federal Ballroom was an excellent overall experience! Rebecca, the venue director, was very attentive and she put our minds at ease (and she was practically more excited than we were). The venue itself was the perfect size for our crowd (ap...
prox. 270 people) and Capdeboscq catering (the exclusive caterer for Fed Ballroom) was on point. We got tons of compliments on our food. Overall, couldn't have selected a better location for our wedding.
Reviewed On 5/10/2015 by Stefanie G
The Federal Ballroom was a fantastic choice for my wedding. The location is perfect (less than a 3 minute walk into the French Quarter). With many out of town visitors it was well located and impressive to have such a historic building for our ...
venue. The staff are all very helpful, caring and will follow up to your needs. They were very supportive and offered great ideas for how to make the space unique, and accesible and accommodating throughout the planning process. The Federal Ballroom staff worked seamless with the other vendors to make sure my vision was achieved. The building has stunning historical details including lighting, columns and floor to ceiling windows. Becca and all the staff were just wonderful!
Reviewed On 4/12/2015 by Allison H
Rebecca at the Federal Ballroom is amazing. She is always easy to get in touch with. She has great ideas to help make your vision come true. She coordinates all of your vendors on the day of your wedding so you don't need to worry about anythin...
g on your wedding day. Just bring over any extra decorations you want a couple days before and everything is set up for you. She even came to the church before I walked down aisle to assure me everything was perfect. She made sure everything was set and running smoothly for our second line from the church to the reception. Capdebosq catering served delicious food. They have been doing weddings for years and require minimal guidance. The venue itself is gorgeous. It has an old-fashioned elevator and the building itself has a vintage 20s feel. Rebecca and the federal ballroom gave me my dream wedding!
Reviewed On 3/16/2015 by Mary D
Rebecca and the entire staff at The Federal Ballroom were amazing! They really have things down to a science and the weekend ran perfectly smoothly. They are professional, friendly and accommodating. I would recommend this team/venue to anyone ...
looking for a the perfect wedding space!
Reviewed On 2/20/2015 by Liz S
Initially we picked the Federal Ballroom for it's location and the fact that we would have the entire building for our wedding reception. Wow, did it blow our expectations out of the water. I kept forgetting I was at my own wedding because ...
I was having so much fun (trust me, not many brides can say that). Becca and her team did a fantastic job. I didn't worry about a thing and everything went perfectly. Not one thing went wrong with our wedding reception. It was flawless thanks to Becca and her team at the Federal Ballroom. My guests are also still raving about the food. Mr. Gene and his team at Capdeboscq Catering did a fantastic job. They were also great to work with. If you want to have a stress free wedding day book the Federal Ballroom for your wedding. You will not be disappointed.
Reviewed On 12/28/2014 by Emily L
The Federal Ballroom provided exceptional service throughout the planning of our wedding reception! Rebecca, the wedding coordinator, was out of this world! She paid attention to every detail and made it look so effortless. Our reception was be...
autiful and the compliments we've gotten from friends and family have been remarkable. I would truly recommend the Federal Ballroom to anyone looking for a "New Orleans" style wedding!
Reviewed On 12/19/2014 by Lindsey R
I could not have asked for a better reception venue. Their whole team waits on you hand and foot and constantly makes sure you have everything you need from before you wedding begins until you collect your gifts the day after. Rebecca is the ha...
rdest worker, and I could not be more appreciative of someone who understands how important that 24 hour period truly is. 100% worth every penny!
Reviewed On 12/08/2014 by Knottie50787670
I've worked with Rebecca first hand on multiple occasions and I have to admit that even though she gets a little bossy behind the scenes she does it because she wants everything to go smoothly just like you. You'll never meet anyone who cares a...
s much about your wedding (well, besides maybe you) as she does. She truly makes this venue and your wedding/ reception special. As long as she's in charge you know you're in good hands.

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