The Best Chapel Hill Wedding Venues, From Farms to Charming Chapels and Warehouses
Welcome to our Chapel Hill wedding venue guide, brought to you by the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau! In Tar Heel country, there are plenty of pretty places to host your wedding. The venue options in Orange County range from farms tucked away in the countryside to upscale downtown restaurants to historic mansions. When it comes to wedding venues, Chapel Hill truly has it all!
For additional information on Chapel Hill events, we recommend visiting the Chapel Hill/Orange County Welcome Center – the perfect one-stop resource for all things Orange County!
The Barn of Chapel Hill
A few miles from downtown Chapel Hill sits The Barn of Chapel Hill. This handsome, restored barn dates back to 1864. It is situated on a 22-acre working flower farm – meaning the florals for your wedding could be plucked right from the fields surrounding your venue! Sky-high ceilings, a rustic elegance and creative landscaping make this venue an exquisite setting for any celebration.
The property offers a lovely dressing suite to get ready in and can accommodate about 200 to 250 guests total. In addition, the venue’s team of polished pros will devote all of their attention and resources to hosting your perfect day. We also love that The Barn of Chapel Hill is home to its very own bee hive, and proceeds from the honey it produces benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.
Historic Southern Charm on UNC’s Campus: The Carolina Inn
This could hardly be a Chapel Hill wedding venue guide without mentioning the gem on UNC’s campus; The Carolina Inn is a favorite for Chapel Hill weddings, bridal showers and rehearsal dinners.
There are six ballrooms, all of which posses unique Southern charm. The Old Well ballroom, perhaps the most famous event space in Chapel Hill, features black-and-white checkered floors and elegant chandeliers. There are also multiple outdoor areas available for outdoor ceremonies and receptions.
This classic Southern wedding venue tops our list of outstanding Chapel Hill venues. While it’s a given that Tar Heel alum love The Carolina Inn, it’s a perfect option for any Triangle couple seeking a polished, classic event space.
Host Your Downtown Chapel Hill Wedding at The Story Venue
The Story Venue, owned and operated by the beloved Tar Heel staple Mediterranean Deli & Catering, is located on Franklin Street in the heart of downtown Chapel Hill. This means it’s nestled among classic UNC restaurants, shops and more. Rent the whole venue with room for 350 guests or choose from three floors of versatile spaces. The Story features exposed brick, hardwood floors and modern iron staircases throughout, offering a rich, historic atmosphere for any event.
Prepare for your big day in the cozy dressing suite and take in the sights from The Story’s rooftop lounge. The ballroom is perfect for dancing the night away and your guests will love the game room’s pool tables and classic arcade games.
Farm Wedding Venue Minutes From Downtown Chapel Hill: Union Grove Barn
Union Grove Barn sits on hundreds of acres near downtown Chapel Hill. The property has an orchard, vineyards, pond and a stunning barn that was build by owner Peter Bohlen. Together with his wife, Nicole Bohlen, Peter designed the venue to accommodate weddings and events surrounded by the serenity of nature.
The barn itself totals 4,000 square feet and features vaulted ceilings and chandeliers that give it a modern and sophisticated feel. Union Grove’s French farmhouse is also available as on-site accommodations for you and your guests to enjoy. This is an amazing venue if you wish to tie the knot surrounded by the beauty of nature.
Carolina Grove
Celebrate at Carolina Grove, an elevated estate venue set on 65 acres of rural beauty. The venue is in rural Orange County, about 15 minutes outside of Hillsborough. Carolina Grove is surrounded by landscaped outdoor areas and woods, perfect for wedding day photo ops.
Whether you are planning an intimate wedding or a large gathering for up to 300 guests, Carolina Grove offers a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces, from the modern barn to the property’s romantic grove of trees. The venue is also equipped with a number of luxury amenities, including well-appointed dressing suites and several private rooms bathed in abundant natural lighting.
The Parlour at Mann’s Chapel
This sweet, restored chapel serves as an intimate venue designed to host refined events in rural Chapel Hill. The Parlour features an outdoor stone patio and versatile, Euro-inspired courtyard and garden for a charming ceremony, reception, cocktail hour or dancing under the stars. A restored Airstream serves as a private, swanky dressing area, photo booth or hip band backdrop.
The Parlour is a one of a kind space with an elegant ambience yet sweet, simple atmosphere.
Chapel Hill Country Club
Located at the edge of downtown Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill Country Club has shaped traditions since 1922. This venue can accommodate your ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner or luncheon all at one place. At this private country club, your indoor or outdoor ceremony and wedding package can also include a golf or tennis outing.
Chapel Hill Country Club can host your wedding during any season, offering Southern hospitality and a welcoming charm. The picturesque landscape lends itself to romantic gatherings. The club offers in-house, customizable food and beverage for events. This ensures you’ll have a stress free experience on your big day.
Honorable Mentions: More Chapel Hill Wedding Venues to Tour
Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel
This modern, refined hotel, located in the heart of the Triangle, is an ideal venue for a wedding weekend experience in Chapel Hill. Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel offers a variety of amenities your guests will love, from on-site dining to a resort-style swimming pool! The venue features several spacious gathering areas, including a large event hall with room for more than 400 guests.
Lavender Oaks Farm
Tucked in the woods of Chapel Hill, Lavender Oaks Farm is a gem among Orange County event venues. This family-owned farm is home to lavender fields, transporting guests from North Carolina to the pastures of Provence. It provides two historic barns and beautiful nature with trees surrounding the venue. The owners bought this 60-acre property with a vision of creating lavender fields that would offer a stunning setting for weddings and special events.
Governors Club
Few country club wedding venues are more upscale or elegant than Governors Club. The club is known for exceptional cuisine and service, making it a highly popular Chapel Hill wedding venue. The outdoor patio overlooking the rolling greens and elegant staircase leading to the elaborate ballroom are standouts of this venue. You will feel like true royalty at this venue!
Sunnyside at Baldwin Farm
Wildflower fields, garden patios and lush greenery await you at Sunnyside at Baldwin Farms. Set on a picturesque 70-acre family farm, the venue offers a variety of indoor and outdoor space to host your event. Chestnut orchards, serene ponds and streams are just some of the scenery you and your guests will enjoy.
La Residence
La Residence is one of the most popular restaurants in Chapel Hill that also offers event space for gatherings. The French eatery is situated within a historic building located just blocks from UNC and the bustle of Franklin Street. The luscious, three-season covered garden patio is a romantic spot for a ceremony. The patio can hold hundreds for a standing ceremony. Formal indoor dining rooms are available for receptions, and your guests can enjoy gourmet plated or buffet-style dinners.
Even More Chapel Hill Wedding Venues! Our Full List of Orange County Event Spaces
AC Hotel Chapel Hill Downtown
214 W. Rosemary St., Chapel Hill, 27516
Contact: 919-969-2800
Aloft Chapel Hill
1001 Hamilton Rd., Chapel Hill, 27517
Contact: 919-932-7772
Ardenwood Farm
1946 White Cross Rd., Chapel Hill, 27516
Contact: 919-523-2237; info@ardenwoodfarm.com
The Barn at Valhalla
1040 Duffy’s Way, Chapel Hill, 27516
Contact: 919-360-4922; valhallabarn@gmail.com
The Carolina Club
150 Stadium Dr., Chapel Hill, 27514
Contact: 1-919-962-1101; carolinaclub@invitedclubs.com
Cates Farm at Cane Creek
6611 Orange Grove Rd., Hillsborough
Contact: 919-622-8646; jandj@catesfarmatcanecreek.com
Chapel Hill Carriage House
3110 Jones Ferry Rd., Chapel Hill, 27516
Contact: 919-260-2986; chapelhillcarriagehouse@gmail.com
Coker Arboretum
399 E. Cameron Ave., Chapel Hill, 27514
Contact: 919-962-0522; NCBGevents@unc.edu
The Colonial Inn
153 W. King St., Hillsborough, 27278
Contact: 984-789-4455; thecolonialinnhillsborough@gmail.com
Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill
100 Marriott Way, Chapel Hill, 27517
Contact: 919-883-0700
Eco-Institute at Sanctuary Farm
8519 Pickards Meadow Rd., Chapel Hill, 27516
Contact: 786-200-4819; sanctuaryfarmhost@gmail.com
Forest Theatre
123 S. Boundary St., Chapel Hill, 27514
Contact: 919-962-0522; NCBGevents@unc.edu
Graduate Chapel Hill
311 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, 27516
Contact: 919-442-9000; rdugcgu_hotel@hilton.com
Horace Williams House
610 E. Rosemary St., Chapel Hill, 27514
Contact: 919-942-7818; rentals@preservationchapelhill.org
The House at Gatewood
300 US-70 E., Hillsborough, 27278
Contact: 919-241-4083; dinnerbell@houseatgatewood.com
Hyatt Place Chapel Hill/Southern Village
3690 S. Columbia St., Chapel Hill, 27517
Contact: 919-929-9511
North Carolina Botanical Garden
100 Old Mason Farm Rd., Chapel Hill, 27517
Contact: 919-962-0522
Old Lystra Inn
1164 Old Lystra Rd., Chapel Hill, 27517
Contact: 919-397-1377
Post 6
3700 NC Hwy 54, Chapel Hill, 27516
Contact: 984-201-0818; info@post6events.com
Rigmor House
5501 NC Hwy 54 W., Chapel Hill, 27516
Contact: 919-933-7177
Rizzo Center
150 DuBose Home Ln., Chapel Hill, 27517
Contact: 919-913-2098
Rock Quarry Farm
1700 NC Hwy 54 W., Chapel Hill, 27516
Contact: 919-270-4636; rockquarryfarm@gmail.com
The Siena Hotel
1505 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, 27514
Contact: 919-929-4000
Windy Hill Farm
1319 Carr Store Rd., Cedar Grove, 27231
Contact: 919-439-4638; hello@visitwindyhill.com
