Federal Ballroom New Orleans Weddings

bride and groom as well as the parents (us). The reception was beautiful and was a great time for all!

will take care of every detail with a smile and grace. I could not have asked for better for my daughter and new son.

d his staff. Larry is so accommodating and easy to work with and his staff kept asking me through the reception how things were going. Becca, who manages The Federal, is also very attentive throughout the wedding planning process and the reception itself. She has the sequence of events at a wedding down to a science. She makes sure the bride and groom eat something, and that everything runs smoothly. She also take some pics and short videos that she shared of the event - which is very kind to do. It is a beautiful room that with old-world features and large windows that offer nice views of New Orleans. It is right across Canal Street from the French Quarter, so it is very convenient. I would recommend it to anyone. -Christine Bordelon

odsend for sure. Everything the night of was perfect. So many of our guests were from out of town and they raved over the entire venue from the location to the simple beauty to the food and even down the hospitality of everyone. Thank you for it all!

esome - guests love it, especially if its for out of town, since its in the heart of everything and essentially on bourbon, You cant beat the catering with Capdebosq - so many people commented on how good the food was! same with the cake (we chose Haydells!) You cant beat this price for all inclusive offers!! If I could do it again I'd pay for for more hours! Thanks from Hope and Tim

The service was also superb by the whole staff as well as amazing food!

to pull off a wedding that was postponed multiple times due to Covid. Becca answered questions, ensured everything went smoothly both before and the day of the ceremony. She had excellent recommendations for vendors, and answered all my questions promptly. I enjoyed the wedding immensely, as she had everything taken care of. Capdebosqc Catering was amazing! The food was outstanding, the service was excellent and I highly recommend them. This is your venue!

tremely professional and has thought of literally everything you may need to make your wedding day the best day ever. I got married during a pandemic (postponed the wedding once) and on the eve of Hurricane Ida. And Becca was cool, calm, and collected the entire time and was constantly working to make sure my wedding was perfect. She was always accessible to answer questions or talk through ideas, and she was proactive in contacting all of my vendors to coordinate everything. I really can’t say enough fabulous things about her! And the venue itself is beautiful! Great location and great size venue. You don’t need as many decorations here because the venue itself is so pretty. Despite all of the things that were out of my control (pandemic and hurricane), my wedding truly was the best day of my life!

mazing! We originally met her back in 2019 to plan for a wedding in 2020. Due to Covid, she continuously worked with us to finally execute our special day in 2021. She knows exactly what she’s doing and is nothing less of helpful. And the venue…just WOW. We did our ceremony and reception upstairs and it was just beautiful! I highly suggest you look no further and at least make an appointment to check it out!

, dancing, and a band. The food was phenomenal and we had ample amount of options with food and drinks. Rebecca was absolutely wonderful. She did everything she could to make sure we had the wedding of our dreams. She was a big help and very positive throughout the entire process, especially dealing with planning a wedding during COVID. She even came to the church for the wedding and helped the church coordinator with everything. I would recommend this place to any bride and groom that want to have a beautiful wedding in Downtown New Orleans.

fect and I’d even say magical. Becca is the best coordinator and goes above and beyond for her bride/groom. We live in another state so distance added another challenge to our planning but because we had Becca’s help, everything turned out beautifully. The venue has 2 areas where the ceremony could be held and she walked through every detail so that our vision would become reality. The Federal Ballroom has beautiful windows and classic details that gave our ceremony a classic New Orleans vibe. The lighting and detail also made for great photos. I highly recommend The Federal Ballroom.

ew changes very professionally. She is like the Aunt you never had 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!!!!!

rk 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!

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.

ficulty, Rebecca orchestrated a flawless reception. She worked with 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.

uldn'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.

he planning very simple and exciting. She truly made us feel like 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 ❤️🍾🥳✨

with all the details. We were able to bring all our reception items 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!!!!

wedding. And completely took all of the pressure off of us. We just had to show up and everything was beautiful.

s exquisite ambiance and charm. (There are ceiling to floor windows 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!

k. She keeps you updated with only the exciting details and never 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!

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!

was the most wonderful, enchanting spot to host my wedding reception. 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!

we wanted a venue close to downtown with an elegant ambiance. The 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.

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orful city. Any of them would be great, but some are just better 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!

The Caterer that is contracted with the ballroom, Capdeboscq Catering, 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.

ion and responds very quickly to any questions. The catering company 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!

l 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!!

as 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.

ugust 2017, to begin discussion(s) for our wedding ceremony in December 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.

catering provides PLENTY of delicious food. Besides the venue being 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.

t of the wedding, Rebecca kept in touch and answered all my texts 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.

t it. The place was beautiful and the food & service excellent.

us which we already knew gowing up on the Westbank of the Mississippi River. The Jesuit Catholic Church around the corner is the most beautiful church in the city in my opinion. Thanks Rebecca!

ot 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

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!

on 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.

super accommodating with my schedule and was so welcoming when we 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!

ing Rebecca. It is not only her impressive background in wedding 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!

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!!

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the time) was not available to help me choose all the little extras 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.

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

out 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!