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Downtown Raleigh wedding reception venues

Rehearsal Dinner Spots in Raleigh, NC

Heart of NC Weddings / August 18, 2026

Raleigh Rehearsal Dinner Venues from Restaurants to Rooftops

When planning your rehearsal dinner in Raleigh, you’ll want to keep your guests in mind. Will they enjoy the food? Is the atmosphere warm and welcoming? Does it showcase something you love about the local culinary scene? It’s often convenient to choose a restaurant, but keep in mind that many Heart of NC Weddings preferred wedding venues are happy to host rehearsal dinners, too!

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Planning Tips, Venues

Classic To Unexpected Rehearsal Dinner Venues in Durham, NC

Heart of NC Weddings / July 27, 2026

Rehearsal Dinner Venues in Durham to Suit Gatherings of Any Size

Durham, North Carolina, is known equally for its traditional Southern venues as well as new and eclectic spaces that have been popping up more and more around the Bull City. Whether you’re looking for a classic, elegant fine dining restaurant, a more casual and relaxed option or an event venue off the beaten path, we’re confident that there’s a rehearsal dinner venue in … Read More

Real Weddings

September Wedding at Raleigh’s NCMA Planned by Lily Rose Events

Heart of NC Weddings / July 16, 2026

An Outdoor Wedding Ceremony at North Carolina Museum of Art

Cheng and Wendy met in middle school and shared mutual friends as UNC students, but it wasn’t until after graduating from college that they fell in love.

The couple tied the knot on Sept. 3, … Read More

Florals, Planning Tips, Wedding Inspiration

Stunning September Blooms Take Center Stage in This Wild Flora Design

Heart of NC Weddings / July 9, 2026

Romantic Seasonal Florals for a Late-Summer Wedding

Wild Flora owner and creative director Christine Crochet selected locally grown blooms to adorn The Skyroom – a recently opened venue in Moncure, North Carolina – capturing the bliss of late summer. “Most of the florals were sourced from farms in the area to highlight the seasonality and natural beauty of what we have growing here,” Christine says.

Late-Summer Flowers: Hydrangea, Dahlias, Roses and Zinnia

Limelight hydrangeas shine … Read More

Planning Tips, Wedding Inspiration

Advice for Planning Your Wedding Bar from Brewmasters Mobile

Heart of NC Weddings / July 8, 2026

Wedding Bar Tips to Keep the Good Times Rolling

You’ve secured a date, locked down your dream venue and planned your menu. Now it’s time to think about one of the most popular elements of your wedding: the bar!

Beverages Brewmasters Mobile Venue Walnut Hill Jewelry Raleigh Diamond Fine Jewelry Photography Ariel Kaitlin PhotographyBrewmasters Mobile’s “Love Potion” cocktail, a popular choice that features vodka, hibiscus, pineapple and club soda.

You can either hire a … Read More

Planning Tips, Wedding Planners

How We Celebrate Now

Heart of NC Weddings / July 2, 2026

The New Rules of Wedding Planning: 3 Ways Modern Couples Are Rethinking Wedding Traditions

By Meagan Culkin

North Carolina wedding planner Meagan Culkin, who has contributed to more than 700 weddings, has witnessed firsthand how trends and traditions have evolved. Modern couples are approaching wedding planning in completely new ways, with different budgets, etiquette expectations and a greater focus on guest experience.

Meagan Culkin, founder of Magnolia Collective. Photo by Anna Grace Photography

Meagan … Read More

Invitations, Planning Tips

Save the Dates, Invites & RSVPs: Everything You Need to Know About Wedding Invitations

Heart of NC Weddings / June 29, 2026

North Carolina Wedding Invitations, Calligraphy and Paper

Plenty of details go into planning a wedding – selecting a catering menu, color palette, attire for the wedding party, the list goes on – but the very first thing your guests will get to see and touch is the invitation.

Imagine opening your mailbox, sorting through your mail and finding an envelope with beautiful handwritten calligraphy. Forget the bills and junk mail – this is a letter … Read More

Venues, Wedding Inspiration

The Most Romantic Wedding Venues in NC

Heart of NC Weddings / May 27, 2026

Picturesque and Romantic NC Wedding Venues in the Triangle, Triad and Coast

So, you’re engaged. Congratulations! Ready to find the perfect place to say “I do”? Your wedding will reflect the true love you share. Go for sheer romance. In this blog you’ll find the most romantic NC wedding venues. This list includes wedding venues from the Triad to the Coast and everywhere in between.

These romantic NC venues are some of the most dreamy … Read More

Planning Tips, Venues

Saying ‘I Do’ at Duke Chapel

Heart of NC Weddings / May 21, 2026

When, Where and How to Book Duke Chapel for Your Wedding

Duke University Chapel weddings are truly unforgettable. This gothic-style chapel is a gorgeous, historic highlight of the university’s campus, and stands out for its breathtaking medieval-style architecture – making it one of the most highly sought-after venues for weddings in the Triangle. The chapel’s high ceilings, stained glass windows and towers provide picturesque backdrops for ceremonies.

Photography by Cliché Photographers

The first wedding ceremony … Read More

Market Hall downtown Raleigh wedding venue

Around Town, Planning Tips, Venues

18 of Our Fave Wedding Venues in Downtown Raleigh

Heart of NC Weddings / May 1, 2026

Downtown Raleigh Wedding Venue Guide

Welcome to our downtown Raleigh wedding venue guide! There’s no shortage of venue options for your wedding in the heart of downtown Raleigh. Many of these event spaces offer top-notch Southern charm and hospitality.

Venue: Melrose Knitting Mill | Photo by Danielle Volk Creative

In addition, downtown Raleigh is bustling with entertainment for any wedding party, from art and natural history museums to food truck rodeos. On any given weekend … Read More

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