Federal Ballroom New Orleans Weddings

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!

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.

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!

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!

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!!

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.

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

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!

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!

wedding, too! Beautiful venue in a great location!

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!

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!

groom were so happy!!! Such a magical night. Thanks Rebecca!!!

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!!

on who will make sure your wedding goes as seamlessly as possible. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone!

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!

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

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.

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!

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.

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!

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.

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!

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.

s the week before which made my life a lot easier!! If you pick this place, you will be in great hands!!

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.

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!

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!

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!!

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.

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!

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.

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).

able and very passionate about her role. Becca,her staff, and the venue are top notch!!!!

'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!

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!

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!

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.

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!!

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!!!!

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!!

I highly suggest booking them for anyone's wedding! Thanks Rebecca!

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.

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.

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!

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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!

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:)

s available for any last minute questions I had. 100% recommend it!!

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!!!

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.

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!!

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.

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.

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!

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!

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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.

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!

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!

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.