The Renaissance

rough every step of the process with expert and honest advice. We ended up having to reschedule our wedding due to COVID and Tommy made the rescheduling process seamless. Their online planning tools made planning easy and kept me organized too! When I dropped off some of our decor Thursday before there wedding I felt so confident that the team would make everything look beautiful, and they definitely delivered. The food was incredible! My husband and I were fully expecting to not have time to eat our meals but we were served first with plenty of time time our delicious meals and still visit with our guests. You can’t beat the location either. We were married at St Peters downtown and had a trolley take guests from the church to the Renaissance. Plenty of awesome hotel options nearby too!

. Tommy always worked with us and made sure we were comfortable before making any decision. He also gave us insight into other vendors, and we chose every vendor he suggested for our wedding... the man has impeccable taste!! Overall, Tommy is AMAZING, extremely HELPFUL, and is the BEST person to have coordinate your wedding. We also have to give a shout out to Emmett, who partners with Tommy, and came in for the tail end portion of the wedding planning/day of. Emmett was the perfect mix of friendly and serious, and his personality and professionalism made us feel so confident that everything was in good hands moving into the final week before our wedding, plus he was an invaluable resouce during the actual Reception!!!! I also have to give a shoutout to John and Precious for making sure our wedding ran smoothly. They were so amazing to work with and our wedding would not have been the same without them. As for the food, the food was unbelievable and honestly the best food I have tasted and I am a picky eater!! All of our guests still talk about how great the food was almost 2 months after our wedding!! The set-up for the reception was breath-taking!! They completely made our vision come true and I was so happy with how everything turned out. Please look no further!! I promise you, you will not find better quality services anywhere else. This entire team will make sure your day is spectacular and flawless. They are the DREAM TEAM!!!

emed good, but just not the right fit for us and our wedding. Enter the Renaissance. It was on budget, beautiful, great amenities and most importantly of all, the staff were SO receptive and willing to help us with anything we needed (and I do mean anything). Tommy is absolutely AMAZING (but if you've met him you already know that), but also want to give some love to Precious, Chef John, and Emmett for also making sure our wedding of about 200 guests ran as smoothly as possible. Every single person at the Renaissance answered all our littlest questions as promptly as possible, and no request we made of them (from doing a Mardi Gras style second line to last minute changes to the groomsmen attending to getting high chairs for babies) was met with anything but smiles and absolute willingness to help. The food was amazing (our guest still brag about it a month later), the décor was amazing (even better than I ever could have pictured), and the staff were amazing (Precious and Emmett willing to help us do whatever we needed on the wedding day and Tommy even personally helping me assemble a few decorations the day before the wedding). Through a combination of all our vendors, our guests praised us that this was easily the most fun, most emotional, best wedding and reception they had ever attended, and I absolutely agree. I don't write reviews often and I'm very curt when I do, so I'm not lying when I say the Renaissance is FANTASTIC, THE BEST, and if you're thinking of getting married in VA/DMV area you absolutely should get married here!

ly mistaken. This venue is essentially all-inclusive with set-up, tear down, day-of-event coordinator, catering, etc. You do not have to pay multiple vendors but everything is all-in-one (except flowers and make-up). I'll do my review as the following: --- PEOPLE YOU WORK WITH --- Tommy, the Senior Sales/Event Coordinator, was a true blessing with my whole wedding. He helped me with every step of the way. He ensured that every meeting we had was e-mailed to me afterwards so that we were always on the same page. He always provided me examples of what the set-up would look like to help me with my vision. He gave me insights on which other vendors I should choose from. He always worked with me on my budget and made sure I felt comfortable and that I knew everything before making a decision. LASTLY, TOMMY MAKES YOU FEEL LIKE A QUEEN. He makes other vendors treat you like you were just a normal person asking questions about wedding but Tommy, truly prioritizes you and is simply the best person that I've worked with. The rest of his team, Chef Jon and Precious, were also equally amazing. Whenever Tommy is unavailable, Chef Jon would always respond as quickly as possible with your questions. During the day of the wedding, everyone ensured that I was happy with everything and everything went smoothly. If something bad happened, I had no idea because it was the most perfect day/night of my life. --- FOOD --- The food was mouthwatering and incredible. Wedding guests still talk to me today (two weeks later) about how much the food was so great and it was the most perfect amount (not the small plates that you usually get). People have told me that it was the best wedding food that they've ever had! Food was one of my biggest worry because my husband (now) and I are big fan of food. People usually say that you don't eat during your wedding as a bride and groom. Well, we were not those type of people and WE LOVED IT. We were so surprised about how amazing turned out! Even though we shouldn't be because the tasting was equally amazing but, the wedding night was even better! --- THE SET-UP AND CLEAN-UP --- The whole place was beautiful. Everyone was awed and amazed with how the ceremony & the reception turned out. We used the ballroom for both events and everyone was, again, amazed at everything. People were able to use the other rooms for cocktail hour and the bar was just fun, amazing people. They not only made my vision come true but made it even better and more beautiful than I thought it could ever be. I literally just dropped off the decorations a couple of days before the wedding and they figured out everything else. I could not have asked for anything better. They were able to clean-up everything after the wedding. The only thing they made sure I had were the presents and cards and they gave those to my parents and bridesmaids. They gave me a few days to retrieve the rest of my decorations but they were able to put it all together and just give me a few bags so I had no issues at all. OVERALL, I loved the Renaissance. I highly recommend it to anyone who is on a budget and still want an extravagant wedding. The people, the food, everything was just exceptionally amazing.

idn't know that was necessary. Don't even get me started with the food, they have an amazing selection of food. The only problem that we had was after the taste testing, we couldn't decide which option we wanted because all of Chef John's food was extremely delicious. On the wedding day, we arrived at a ceremony and reception hall that exceeded all of our expectations. The staff laid out my vision perfectly! We had so much fun and success working with Tommy! We would highly recommend using the Renaissance as the wedding venue of choice to anyone looking. We love Tommy and staff, they made our perfect day even more magical!

team and hearing what all they had to offer, we knew we were in good hands and wanted to book it immediately. You can tell Tommy absolutely loves what he does and is good at it. He loves the venue and encouraged us through all our dreams of our day. The food was so great, our guests gave so many compliments the whole night and couldn’t get enough of the roasted vegetable display during cocktail hour. My husband and I are not big fans of cake and our families thought we were crazy when we decided to do a wall of donuts instead and also as our favors. Our coordinator, Dana (who was so great!!), was able to keep this giant wall of donut hidden from our guests during the ceremony and surprised everyone with it center stage during our reception. 1. I think our guests were super stoked for donuts but 2. They loved being able to walk up on the stage and pick out which donut they wanted, it just gave our guests one more fun thing to do. We really didn’t feel stressed or overwhelmed through the whole planning process and felt like the whole team was there for us whenever we had any questions or concerned. Our whole day turned out so perfect and the force was strong on May the 4th and left a lasting impression on us and all of our guests!!

and John was wonderful! Tommy is so friendly and helpful, and he made wedding planning fun! As someone who wanted a gorgeous wedding but didn’t want to be crazy, I was more than happy to be able to depend on Tommy to make everything happen for us and create a worry-free wedding day! This venue has amazing service, I really can’t do it justice. The staff was so intuitive on my wedding day, I think someone helped put a refreshing beverage in my hand Before I even realized I was thirsty half the time! And having non-stop drinks while talking to guests helps enormously! The service was so phenomenal I wish I had another event to plan there, but I am also planning on sticking with this man a long time. So I will just have to hope I get invited back to someone else’s wedding so I can enjoy the food again because the food is also delightful, and I wish I could order it.

he setup breakdown and everything in between. Staff were kind and courteous and I have absolutely no complaints about my big day!

ding experience more delightful (as it can get stressful at times). He was supportive and always available for questions or assistance in a quick manner. One of the things I found very valuable was having other vendors associated with the Renaissance close by. Tommy put me in contact with lighting and florist. These vendors were familiar with the set-up of this Venue and I felt this helped to ensure the STUNNING decor that we achieved on our big day. Also, the venue has their own photo booth that you can rent. All these connections made it more like a 'one stop shop' which was very much welcomed! I cannot get over the beauty of the venue on the day of our wedding. Something that my husband and I both commented on was that this venue allowed us to be us. We didn't feel that at the other venues we toured! During the reception and ceremony, the staff were amazing and made sure that it was a night to remember! I would recommend the Renaissance to any couple looking for a classic, ballroom setting. Absolutely stunning and AMAZING staff.

d us to customize our event to make it exactly what we wanted and provided suggestions along the way. Honestly, the entire planning process was stress-free because of his guidance, and, coming from a Type-A Bride, that's really saying something! Responses to questions were always prompt and Tommy was always willing to meet in person or over the phone to answer any and all questions. He even took the time to walk through every decoration and item my family brought to the venue the Thursday prior to the wedding with my Mom and Dad to make sure he knew what our wishes were in their placement. That's personalized service at its finest! As a self-proclaimed foodie, Jon's menus are top-notch! Seriously, we have guests still raving about the menu and the service was impeccable! No one sat waiting for for their meal to be plated for more than a few minutes. With an almost 200 person guest list, they were efficient and attentive from beginning to end! Many thanks to the Renaissance for making our wedding day spectacular! The new Mr. and Mrs. Scott are overjoyed with our experience!

ent above and beyond our requests to make our night seamless! Emails were detailed, timely, and much appreciated. We loved planning with this team! They made it fun and personal! They are so familiar with the wedding market, their vendor recommendations were appreciated and well received. They worked tirelessly to help get our perfect menu, specialty drinks, and all personal touches exactly how we pictured them! They even worked with a surprise drop off and gift, unknown to the Bride. The food and appetizers were amazing, the bartenders and waitstaff personal and friendly, and the drinks wonderful (professional and fast)! The planning process was made so much easier due to the communication Tommy and his team provided! The cost for venue, food, drinks were so reasonable for the quality provided! If you are looking for an Richmond city, 5 star reception venue, look no further!! The Reniassance will execute all your wishes far above your expectations! They will help with any uknowns, without questions. The couple, families, and guests are still raving about the Reniassance for our November 3rd day! THANK YOU!

always felt we were a priority. We immediately fell in love with the ballroom and Tommy Waters. You don’t even need a lot of decorations because the whole Ballroom is breathtaking itself. From Day One, Tommy, Jon, Precious and others made it known that everything would be run smoothly all the days leading up to my wedding and day of. We were in contact with Tommy the most, and he had straight answers for all the million questions we asked and he always offered suggestions and advice on how to save and make our wedding better. On my wedding day, I hired a traditional Chinese lion performence as a surprise to my guests. When they arrived, they whisked them into an elevator and hid them on the balcony until it was time for their performence and my guests had NO idea. The performers even loved the fact that they had so much room to go around the tables and the high ceilings gave them the opportunity to do more moves with height compared to other venues. My guests had a blast as well. I have had one couple say “you guys throw one hell of a party” and MANY others tell us we should renew our vows so we can have another wedding at the Renaissance. At the end of my wedding night, my videographer has a clip of me running up to Jon and basically jumping on him to give him the biggest hug. (Hopefully I didn’t hurt him...because I’m pretty sure I did it twice) If you want a stress free venue where they take care of their couples, choose The Renaissance.

verything was handled great! Tommy, Jon, Emmitt, the entire staff orchestrated a lovely event. I am still getting compliments on the food. Delicious! I had last minute changes and request and they were carried out. Every call and email were answered in a timely manner. They have modern up to date current trends and software that make the wedding planning process very smooth. I was able to incorporate my culture and customize to my liking. The venue offers many items so no need to outsource, they have it all! I would recommend this place to anyone!

and Emmett Hickman. I starting planning this wedding 18 months in advance and Tommy was by my side whenever I needed him to be. From the 1st look tour to the tasting, to the completion of the seating chart (in which he sat down with me and my frustration for 2 hrs. at a moments notice to check and double check my seating chart). Tommy treated my daughter's wedding as if it were his very own. He gave me the best advice. John Beattie, the executive chef, as well, was superb!! We decided to have the rehearsal dinner at the venue as well and the food for that and the main event was just plain ole delicious!!! I feel like I gained new best friends. They treated me and my family with nothing but the upmost respect for our event. Emmett Hickman was our day of Wedding Planner and he rocked it. Whatever blips came about, with one of our vendors, Emmett did his very best to resolve them and he kept it moving right along. He is one of the best in the industry. You will be privileged to have him work your event. I must not forget the staff at The Renaissance. Such professionals, in dealing with us. They were absolutely wonderful!!!! Believe me if you're considering The Renaissance as your event venue, they will definitely make your event a time to remember. Thank you so very much Tommy, John and Emmett, I will never ever forget the service and graciousness you provided to my daughter and myself in bringing together a day she will never forget.

It's because of them that our wedding went off without a hitch! It was so stress-free to know that we had a team of professionals working with us to help decide on decorations, linen, flowers, favors, etc. for the ceremony and reception. The fact that all of this was provided by the venue for one price (venue, food, drinks, set up, ect) - was so so wonderful! It really made the experience so smooth and stress-free. We received wonderful feedback from family and friends on how lovely and professional everyone was and how delicious the food was! The whole team made us feel apart of their family, and made sure we were taken care of. We would highly recommend the Renaissance to anyone for their event!

ng. We weren’t pressured into going over our budget and they made my wife’s vision come true. In TEN years when we renew our vowels I will be contacting them first!!!

tely sold!!! It was absolutely beautiful and that ballroom was perfect. The ballroom was so beautiful little to no extra decorations are needed. From the beginning to the end of the process Tommy and Emmett made sure everything was a go and ran smoothly. They were constantly in contact and basically handled everything for me. I told them my vision and they made it happen! Anything that I needed to do was explained to me in direct easy details. Also huge kudos to the chef....the food was amazing. I highly recommend this venue!!

, detailed & personal; no one even had a clue that we hadn’t spent months wedding planning. Precious is a gem, she definitely knows her stuff & facilitated things beautifully! Tommy was the best, couldn’t ask for anyone better! I’m pretty detailed, kind of picky & definitely have a lot of questions; funny thing is he’s even more detailed, picky & thorough than myself which definitely put me at ease. The Renaissance staff were available every step of the way & did an amazing job making me feel like my event was the only one. I would definitely recommend The Renaissance for your wedding or other event.

He was prompt at replying to my many emails and really guided me through the whole process. He knows his stuff! He gave me confidence that I had nothing to stress about and made me feel at ease with everything. Planning a wedding is definitely stressful at times and so it was great to have that reassurance. I highly recommend the Renaissance and couldn’t possibly think of anything I would change about my wedding day/venue.

ome true, come to The Renaissance. From your first tour with Tommy Waters, in which he listens to your ideas and is ready to make them work, all the way to your wedding day where Chef Jon Beattie, Emmett Hickam, Precious, and the rest of the team have your day run like clockwork and make your dreams come true. The Renaissance is truly perfection! The team is available throughout the whole process and is accommodating and responsive. They help make your wedding planning fun, exciting and less stressful. They truly take care of everything and are there to answer any questions, both during the planning stages and on the day of your wedding. I still have family members complimenting us on the wedding while the compliments truly deserve to go to The Renaissance. Don’t delay! Choose The Renaissance and you will have the wedding of your dreams!

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ppetizers, sit down dinner for 56, to the plated desserts! I was especially pleased with the detailed communication from beginning to end. No question went unanswered!

y up until the end of our wedding day, The Renaissance team was there to ensure our day was absolutely perfect. Our New Year’s Eve wedding consisted of just over 150 people and the venue itself was perfect. There were about 20 tables and did not feel crowded with that many people. There was also a large space for the dance floor! The staff was able to accommodate some out of the box ideas for us and did not shy away at a challenge. When we arrived to drop items off before our wedding day, Precious and her team took detailed notes of where each item should be placed. When we arrived on our wedding day, everything was set up exactly the way we envisioned and even with a few little unexpected surprises added that made everything look wonderful. We added on the professional photo booth as well which we highly recommend as it was a great keepsake for the guests.The bar had an expansive selection of beers and alcohol available and multiple guests commented to us about how nice and accommodating the bar staff was. One unique request we had was that we wanted to eat privately before the guests at our wedding ate so we could take time to walk around to all of the tables to visit with our guests. Upon making this request, the staff advised us that this had never done before, but they were open to trying it out. I cannot begin to explain the level of efficiency with which this task was carried out. After the ceremony, we were able to enjoy a quiet meal, just the two of us, in the bridal suite. We highly recommend that all couples do this. The quality of the food was beyond what we expected. Many guests commented on how tasty both the food and appetizers were during our reception; and since we were able to eat and enjoy our meal as well, we couldn’t agree more. If your worried about price, don’t be. It was almost unreal how much we got for how nice the venue was in comparison to other venues of this size in the area. All of the items we added on were also competitive in price which is directly attributed to how well the staff is regarded in the wedding industry and the relationships they have built with other vendors in the area. If you're lucky enough to have your wedding at The Renaissance, you’re in for a real treat!

staff to make our dream wedding come true. It is nearly impossible to list all the reasons to have your wedding at The Renaissance because there are so many, but I will do my best! The perks of having your wedding and reception at the same venue are bountiful and the pricing for their packages is reasonable while giving you flexibility on services and allowing you to customize every aspect of your big day. The staff are incredible and the food is beyond five star (Chef Jon is wonderful! ). The gentlemen who run The Renaissance (Jon and Tommy) will give you advice and support on all the details of your wedding as they are consummate professionals who know how to make elegant events with memories your guest will be talking about long after your event is over. They do setup and break down of your event and Tommy was always available to communicate throughout the process for changes or questions and any help we needed. We got a great deal of our vendors contacts from this venue who works with a consortium of wedding vendors (Shoppes at The Renaissance) including planning services, stationary, beauty experts, photographers etc. Also, we have seen many different wedding parties come through The Renaissance with diverse backgrounds, religions and walks of life-all accommodated and all happy they chose this place. They made us feel like family and royalty at the same time. You cannot go wrong with this venue, take it from this blissful bride.

ting, Tommy was helpful, approachable, took time to get to know our specific needs, and customized our package for our needs. He was easily reachable through email or phone, and the personal attention made it seem like we were his only clients! Our guests were amazed at the beauty and classy look of the ballroom, and could not stop talking about the food! Even a week later, they kept talking about how delicious the food was – especially the Duchess mashed potatoes. One of my favorite things about the Renaissance is the bridal suite. This is a little room just for the bride/bridal party to freshen up before and during the reception. It’s like a mini living room with an adjacent bathroom…this was literally the selling point for me! It was SO nice to be able to use the restroom in my own private bathroom and change into my going away dress in a comfortable space. The only complaint I have is that the reception staff seemed to be disorganized at times. A small anniversary dance gift was supposed to be placed at the DJ table, and the staff didn’t find the gift until a while after the anniversary dance. Also, I had dropped off glow sticks to use at our exit, and at the end of our reception, the staff could not find the glow sticks until we were almost ready to walk out. That being said, this was a small hiccup in the grand scheme of the night. Overall, we are so pleased with our experience and the amount of planning and coordination that Tommy invested in our wedding reception. When my husband and I arrived at The Renaissance and glanced into the ballroom, I was taken aback at how beautiful it was. The whole night felt like a fairy tale. We would choose The Renaissance again in a heartbeat!!

asked for a better experience. Not to mention, the food was to die for!! I highly recommend this location. Thanks again!

he venue is beautiful so many different ways to style it. Best venue I’ve seen in RVA. Affordable, you are really getting more for your money! Not one time was I pressured into anything. I simply explained what I wanted and Tommy executed without a problem. The food was AMAZING. Normally wedding food is hit or miss but The Renaissance of RVA had my guests wanting more!!! The staff were super professional they made me and my guest feel like we’ve known them forever. They enjoyed the photo booth with my baby boys and even joined us on the dance floor. It was a special day and it was all because of the staff at The Renaissance of RVA. If I could do it all over again I would not change a thing!

ntage feel that I wanted. Absolutely love them!!

omplimented the staff, and several asked us to please pass on compliments to The Renaissance. Go visit - pictures do not do it justice. It is a lovely venue with a staff who truly aims to please (and they did)!

t to imagine this process without their expertise. Emails were answered, prices were up front (and FAIR!), contract was clear, their recommendations were top-notch. It was an amazing experience for my bride and I and we will be forever grateful that we even saw them when looking at venues. Tommy is pure class, Jon knows what he's doing in the kitchen - it was delicious. The staff there CARE about you and your guests and are a combination of genuinely awesome and extremely well-trained that you just don't find anymore. A special shout-out to Precious, my mother regularly brings you up in conversation, 3 weeks after the fact. The venue is beautiful, everything (EVERYTHING - food catering/seating/planning/setup/clean up/staffing/decorating/security/alcohol/parking) was done in a way that we would never be able to accomplish. There are extras available that they just handle with ease - we loved the photo booth! It was great and we'll never have any regrets. Thanks again! Mike and Kristen

ng it was some of the best wedding food they've had. I would absolutely recommend meeting with the team at The Renaissance!!

ld and I always enjoyed our conversations. He promised us that our day would be all that we dreamed of but he didn't warn us that it would be MORE THAN WE DREAMED OF. Emmett is great to work with because he is extremely creative and collaborative. On the day of, he showed nothing but kindness! I cannot end this "shout out" without thanking all of The Renaissance Staff (Jon (the chef), Precious, waiters, bartenders, and everyone else who helped!) It was truly the wedding beyond our dreams and we cannot thank you all enough. We will be sure to recommend this venue to others! FYI: We also planned this wedding from Chicago and The Renaissance always worked around our visiting schedule to make sure we felt comfortable before the day of and could take care of business onsite. Mr. and Mrs. Cotman 7/8/2017

ghter and her new husband both said it was the best day of their lives!!! I would recommend the Renaissance to anyone!

heir vision be turned into reality. The answer was an astounding yes! Tommy and his crew went above and beyond and turned my daughter's wedding day into the fairy tale every girl dreams of and deserves. While the staff did an unbelievable job transforming one room into an elegant wedding venue, they out did themselves transforming the reception hall into a 1920's Harlem jazz club. The wedding colors of black and gold were everywhere to include the chairs and seat cushions, table fixtures, linens and trimmings. The lighting was elegant and our guests had plenty of room to socialize, dance and enjoy themselves. While the food is sometimes overlooked at a wedding, we all enjoyed meals mostly seen in four and five star restaurants. The pastries were perfect and the bar was expertly manned with no shortages of drinks. The staff was totally professional as they balanced what needed to be done while not interfering with the event. As the father of the bride, I couldn't have been happier with The Renaissance. The smile on my daughter's face was all I needed to see that the entire Renaissance staff delivered on their promise to provide a world class event at a world class venue. Again, my thanks to Tommy and his entire staff for everything they did in making my daughter's day magical.

ose this venue for many reasons. Having catering, a coordinator, and a wedding planner to help over see even the smallest detail was priceless. The elegant foyer offered a grand entrance that set the mood for our guest upon arrival, with its warm and classic beauty. As we walked around we noticed that every room, hallway, staircase and corner in this fabulous space would be the perfect backdrop for photos. I fell in love with the Grand Ballroom as it was the perfect setting for our family and friends to mingle, dine and dance. We also chose to hold both the ceremony and reception here because of the added convenience to us and our guest. I would recommend meeting with this group and taking a stroll through this gem to see for yourself.

s top notched the entire time. The food was simply divine, the decor exquisite, and the staff superb! We had over 200 guests and every need was taken care of with such professionalism and grace. The Renaissance is the place to have your event. Again thank you Tommy and the team!

food was delicious! I got so many compliments! The ambiance of the hotel is stunning and gives great pictures. I honestly would recommend this hotel to anyone planning an elegant wedding!

t, Mona Ray, Tommy created a fairyland setting, even adding in some extras at no extra charge! The space is beautiful, and so many of our guests remarked on how perfect it was, with plenty of room to mingle and dance. I can't imagine a more breathtaking venue!

ided to do our wedding reception at the Renaissance and are the luckiest people in the world to have had that honor. I looked up and down for a great place in Richmond and while we found some wonderful places, we ultimately fell in love how the Renaissance treated us and how beautiful it was. The pictures don’t do it justice. Other venues were neither as kind nor accommodating to our needs. Tommy welcomed all of them and was so excited about our wedding. He was always quick to respond to all my emails, phone calls, and open to all the ideas that I threw at him. There is no other place in Richmond that could have been any better. Highlights: Having an Indian and American reception, it was important for us to have Indian food. Tommy broke the rules for us and didn’t hesitate to incorporate our own Indian caterer because it was a cultural exception. Tommy helped us find amazing vendors and gave advice when we were on the fence about certain layouts, colors, and ideas. He helped us feel comfortable with our decisions all the way and helped us get great deals on everything we needed to make it successful. Tommy was always honest about everything and his expertise is priceless. He knows everything there is to know about weddings and his attitude is amazing. He has been published in many national magazines and articles about his wedding expertise. No one is as passionate as he is about them. All of our guests were raving about the food, drinks, staff, and how beautiful the Renaissance is. It’s a very special place to us now. If you are on the fence about booking the Renaissance, don’t even think twice. They are the best people in Richmond, the most dedicated and most passionate wedding people ever. They will TAKE CARE OF YOU and you will never look back. Thank you for making our celebration the absolute best!!!

Renaissance itself is a beautiful historic ballroom and you will be in awe when you see it! Our guests have said it was the best wedding they ever attended! Definitely 100% worth it :D Go check it out!

y and guests commented during and after the event on how tasty the food was and how professional and attentive the staff was towards them throughout the evening. All of the food was delicious and the ballroom was set up exactly as I had hoped! My husband and I were so impressed and overwhelmed with how beautiful everything looked when we first arrived at the venue. If you book with The Renaissance you won't be disappointed! The value is incredible and Tommy is there to help you every step of the way. We are so happy we booked The Renaissance - it truly was the best day of our lives!

"one stop shop" with the adjacently located Shoppes at the Renaissance. Although we didn't use many of those vendors, it was nice having the options. The Renaissance is nothing without the excellent team of staff that accompanied us along the way. Tommy was essential to the planning and coordinating process in the days leading up to the wedding. He always welcomed us with a smile and a hug, provided great advice on vendors, colors, etc., and was eager and quick to answer any questions we had (and trust me, I had a lot!). As an awesome perk, we also had access to Richmond's best wedding planner, Emmett. He took our thoughts and vision for our special day and made it a reality. He was easy to work with, creative, passionate, and so organized. The vendors worked together seamlessly, the ballroom was decorated beautifully, and the bride and groom were taken care of all night - all thanks to Emmett's coordination with his team and passion for his couples. I never had to stress for one second because I knew Emmett, Tommy, and the rest of the team were going to do everything in their power to make our day special and unforgettable. An example: Tommy picked up our linens and other rentals the day before the wedding because he knew I was running around town taking care of other errands, and then returned them the Monday after our wedding when we left for our honeymoon! From the moment the ladies walked in the door the morning of the wedding, Precious made sure we were comfortable, happy, and having fun. We loved every second of our time here and would gladly recommend The Renaissance to any future couples who want their wedding planning experience to be stress free. This team goes above and beyond to make sure your wedding day is perfect.

ing for 200 people! Emmett was an amazing wedding planner. Throughout the ceremony, he took care of my husband and I non-stop by getting us food, drinks, and directing us where to go and when. I knew I had nothing to worry about with Tommy and Emmett- they did all of the hard work and let us relax and have a wonderful time. Everything was honestly perfect.

g that is bound to go wrong but even in the midst of something not going as planned Emmett, Precious, and the rest of the accommodating Renaissance staff took the initiative to keep myself and the groom as calm as possible. In the end everything worked out perfectly and our wedding was a blast! Everyone of our guest who attended stated that JKeyWedding was one for the books! Even before our big day Tommy and Emmett worked with myself and my then finance, now husband, to establish every detail. Communication was great and we always felt when it came to our big day it was going to be memorable and indeed it was! For couples planning on the Renaissance hosting their big day, be sure to be as detailed as possible when packing decorations for the centerpieces as well as other decorative items that will be placed around the Renaissance. Include pictures with brief descriptions, this made it so easy for the Renaissance staff to set everything up! We went with a wine themed wedding so there were tons of corks, wine bottles, and wine glasses everywhere but Tommy and the Renaissance staff brought our vision for our wedding to life and everything looked amazing! To add to what the Renaissance family did for us, I cannot forget to mention how they provided a lighting package that added the finishing touches to our day! Our colors were amethyst purple and pewter grey and the lavender light finish was just amazing! The Ballroom lit up so elegantly encouraging everyone in attendance to bring their "A" game on the dance floor! Special thanks to Leap AV for their quality services! I want to mention how Emmett's day of consulting was the icing on the cake for me! He kept everyone on schedule and even went the extra mile and tied the ribbons in the train of my dress so it was hemmed perfectly as my seamstress planned. Making my dance moves look effortlessly on the ballroom dance floor! We can't thank the Renaissance enough for what they did for us! We love you guys!

born child. I won't lie, I didn't want a ballroom reception, but the moment I walked into The Renaissance it was like a breath of fresh air. The ballroom it’s self is gorgeous. The huge chandeliers are just amazing, and the balcony overlooking the ballroom can make any girl's princess dreams come to life. But it isn't the beauty of the space that set's this venue apart from the hundreds of other places you can choose from; it’s Tommy, Jon, Precious and the rest of The Renaissance staff that makes The Renaissance so spectacular. When we first met this amazing team we were greeted like longtime friends. There was never (and I mean never) any pushy sales talk or upselling. When we sat down with Tommy for our food tasting you could tell how genuinely excited he was for our wedding. From picking out plates to how a napkin could be folded, he truly relieved the stresses of the details. The actual reception was magical. The entire staff that evening made us feel like royalty; they did everything we never thought we needed or wanted until we experienced it. Like being snuck up through the kitchen to our own private suite to briefly get a bite to eat and drink a glass of wine prior to being introduced as husband and wife. You wouldn’t think this is a big deal, but even the briefest moment alone can make all of the difference. Another one of the many benefits of the Renaissance is a day of coordinator. Through the planning process we worked with Emmett Hickman, but our day of coordinator was Kyle; who was absolutely amazing. I can't tell you how awesome it is to just enjoy your day without the hassle of the little things. Our family and friends continue to praise everything about the venue; from the food (which is AMAZING) to the wonderful staff and their delightful disposition. I cannot praise this place enough for ensuring that the most important day of our lives was also the most magical. Trust me when I say you will not be disappointed. Your expectations will far exceed anything you could have ever imagined.

easonable and honest. It was such a breath of fresh air and we couldn't have asked for a better team on our special day! They make your wedding as stress free as possible and the venue is gorgeous. Your guests will be impressed! Located in the heart of Richmond, your pictures inside and outside will be drop dead gorgeous. Do yourself a favor and check them out! <3

rly to get overwhelmed and forget the small details but Tommy was amazing and turned my dream into a reality. Emmett and Monica are truly blessed with a craft! Monica was my right hand women and made a very stressful wedding day flow so smooth, I never would have made it without her! The venue in itself is just breath taking, it really shows the wonderful and historic city that is RVA! I just want to say thank you to ALL the staff seen and unseen that made our day wonderful!!!

Tommy, Precious, Kyle, and Jon are a great team to work with!

ur of the venue we knew this was the perfect location; spacious layout and sophisticated décor. We loved having everything in one location, even a private suite for the bride to get dressed with a private bathroom. The Adams room was perfect for our ceremony, our guests loved the spacious lobby with a bar and the reception was absolutely perfect. Precious ensured that the bride was completely pampered the entire day and evening, she was available for everything we asked for and she did it with a loving smile. I felt as though Tommy and Precious were personal friends that wanted the day to be perfect !!! Tommy really went above and beyond all expectations by assisting me in putting together a memorial for my husband’s mother – truly caring and professional. All your needs and expectations will be met with this exceptional team. I don’t write reviews but have to share the details of this great team. Thank you Tommy, Jon (executive chef), Precious and the entire team (the food was also GREAT – the potatoes made my friends almost fight over the last few at the tasting – I have several food allergies and they made sure I could eat and remain safe).

er it was that I was calling regarding. It was an all-inclusive venue aside from the dj, wedding cake, flowers, and photographer. My now husband and I looked at multiple venues before finding The Renaissance, and when we finally visited The Renaissance, it blew us out of the water! We knew it was the venue for us! The Victorian Ballroom was gorgeous, the staff was awesome, and it was super reasonably priced! The food was delicious, they went out of their way to get me (the bride) an Italian Moscato (b/c that’s my favorite wine), and they did all of the work setting up our dessert bar, decorating the tables, etc. the day before and day of the wedding! They even decorated our Christmas tree and hot cocoa bar! While there are certain things I look back on and would want to change, if we were to do our wedding all over again, choosing the Renaissance would not be one of them! I highly recommend this venue! Darius, Tommy, and John are the BEST! They really helped make our big day unforgettable!

and Emmett were amazing throughout the entire process. Tommy was responsive to all my questions and Emmett met with me to go over all of the wedding planning details that I hadn’t even thought of. Despite it being planned so quickly, the wedding itself went very smoothly, thanks to Emmett. Emmett, Jon, and Precious took care of so much behind the scenes that I didn’t even have to worry about. Setup and cleanup were included, the food was OUTSTANDING, the ballroom was GORGEOUS, and the prices were very transparent and reasonable. The staff was so kind, helpful, and accommodating. They did everything they could to make me and my husband feel special and CALM on our wedding day. After the ceremony, we were shown to the bridal suite where there was WINE and CRABCAKES and various hors d’oeuvres waiting for us. What a pleasant surprise, just what we needed! Being a couple with a big family with lots of young kids, we had a few strange requests like setting up a play area, and at one point I remember seeing one of the staff members sitting with the kids playing in the tunnel with them. It was so refreshing. They really went above and beyond to make our guests feel comfortable. This place truly is a hidden gem. Emmett, Tommy, Jon, Precious, and all the staff at the Renaissance made this a day that I will look back on so fondly. My husband and I recommend them 100%.

med excited to help us celebrate. I would definitely recommend to anyone planning an indoor wedding in Richmond.

been 2 months and our guests are still raving about our big day, the food, the decorations, the decor, etc. This is definitely a hidden gem in Richmond that is perfect for a one-stop shop. Thanks for everything!! Janine & David Watkins

ed, and confident that our day would go exactly as planned! And it did! We had the most beautiful reception with amazing food and drink- that people are still talking about! Even during the reception people were coming up to me and saying how friendly and helpful the serving staff were. It's like they were just as happy to be there as us and all of our guests. It really made the night special. I really cant say enough about how well Tommy and Jon listened to our concerns, needs, and wants. They really bend over backwards to help you achieve your vision for the day. And you can tell that they love what they do and that they really value you as people and are honored to be a part of such a big life event. We looked at a lot of other venues before we chose The Renaissance and not a single one compared to the location, parking, pricing, value, quality, beauty, and service. I don't know why anyone would go anywhere else. We had a lot of special concerns like wheelchair accessibility, nursing moms, teenagers who might try and get a drink from the bar, small children running around, and dietary preferences and The Renaissance team handled every single one of our concerns with professionalism, respect, and integrity. They were always prompt and honest in every detail! Even after the event they made sure our gifts, cards, and other belongings got back to us safely and securely. They did a great job not only before and during the event but afterwards as well- checking to make sure everything was what we expected and to make sure we were pleased. I truly cannot say enough good things about The Renaissance and their whole team!

ply elegant”. Over the years I’ve done a lot of event planning for work and worked with many vendors, but I was completely blown away by our experience at The Renaissance. Tommy Waters is an absolute pleasure to work with. He is a true professional who really knows his stuff! Planning our reception at The Renaissance was stress free!!! He guided us through what we thought we wanted to what we truly wanted, and kept us within our budget. Emmett Hickam of Richmond Bridal Consulting worked with us to make sure that the entire reception went smoothly. I’m a very organized person and Emmett really impressed me with buttoning up the details! He was on site the night of the wedding and it was flawless. Whether you are having just your reception there or ceremony too, The Renaissance is large enough to accommodate your event. It was really nice not having another event on site at the same time. The staff is focused on you and making your dreams come true. I highly recommend The Renaissance!

great to work with! Our cocktail hour food was great. We had an open bar which was awesome. We also had 4 meal options (salmon, chicken, beef and vegetarian) as well as a kids meal option. For the most part all of the food was delicious with the exception of the salmon which was dry but other than that we were very pleased with how everything turned out. I would definitely recommend other brides consider this facility. It's a hidden gem.