Heart of NC Weddings

Weekend Welcome
2023-04-16 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | The Distillery, 101 Rand Mill Rd., Garner, NC, 27529, United States
The Distillery hosts an open door event where you can drop by without an RSVP between the hours of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to see all that the venue has to offer during a personal tour.

River Dunes Weddings Taste & Tour
2023-04-15 12:00 - 16:00 | River Dunes, 446 E. Harborside Rd, Oriental, NC, 28571
Experience true Southern hospitality in a coastal setting. River Dunes might be the perfect location for your coastal wedding weekend. Tour the property and see the multiple venues and accommodations available at this Eastern North Carolina destination. Food tastings, signature drinks, prizes, exclusive tours and more will be part of this event!

The Parlour at Manns Chapel Open House Tours
2023-04-15 10:00 - 12:00 | The Parlour at Manns Chapel, 175 Poythress Rd., Chapel Hill, NC, 27516
What to expect:
A casual day when the Chapel is open for visitors and guided tours are available for those interested in booking. Learn all about the venue with a staff member on a tour, or stroll through the chapel and grounds at your own pace. Enjoy coffee and sweets during your visit.
About the Parlour:
The Parlour at Manns Chapel is a venue created specifically for the refined, intimate event experience. If you don’t believe in obligatory invites and you value knowing everyone at the table, The Parlour is with you. If you prefer styled, more creative details over an “audience,” then celebrate small at The Parlour, where “small” means well-curated, discerning and the mark of meaningfulness.
With a reimagined chapel, European-inspired courtyard and beautifully landscaped grounds, this dream setting’s capacity is 100 guests or fewer. A thoughtful guest list allows you to focus on a highly put-together experience, filling your day with personal touches that leave you and your loved ones feeling valued and inspired.
Enjoy light refreshments while touring alone or guided, and see this award-winning venue where “Love Big, Celebrate Small” is the perfect way to gather. Kindly register to let the venue’s staff know that you will be joining.
View our packages, availability, and learn more on The Parlour’s website.
Private tours are available through the website if you can’t attend this open house.

Britton Manor Grand Opening
2023-04-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Britton Manor, 3320 Pauls Path Rd., La Grange, North
Together with Blue Daphne Events, LeBloomerie and HL Catering, Britton Manor has planned a memorable evening filled with live music, spirits and dinner. Enjoy an exclusive tour of this brand new NC wedding venue, a styled wedding display, live entertainment and networking with the area’s top event professionals and philanthropists.
Cocktail attire is recommended.
Weekend accommodations: Britton Manor is nearby amazing vacation locations: Atlantic Beach, Willmington, New Bern, Little Washington, and more. For more information about overnight accommodations, email Hello@BrittonManor.com.

Cute Buttons Open House
2023-04-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Cute Buttons Gift and Paper Boutique, 3708 Benson Dr., Raleigh, North Carolina, 27609
Drop by Cute Buttons Gift and Paper Boutique on Benson Drive in Raleigh for an open house. Ask all your wedding stationery questions and learn about the myriad paper, material and printing options Cute Button offers. From letterpress to foil, digital, belly bands, thermography and more, this paper and gift shop has it all.

Vendor View Party at The Oaks at Salem
2023-04-05 17:00 - 19:00 | The Oaks at Salem, 6304 Old Jenks Rd, Apex, 27523
Looking for a great way to begin your wedding planning that’s totally free of cost? Join The Oaks at Salem at its Vendor Marketplace to meet and greet with the various vendors represented with booths throughout the barn!
From photographers, florists, musicians and DJs to caterers and more, these vendors are eager to meet you and offer you a taste of their business. You’ll be able to come and go as you please, chat with vendors and tour the property yourself, too.
To check out a detailed list of all the wonderful vendors participating in the event, follow this link!

Spritz of Spring Open House at The Upchurch
2023-04-02 14:00 - 17:00 | The Upchurch, 7213 Roberts Rd., Cary, NC
Head to this newly constructed wedding venue in Cary, NC for a spring-themed open house. Explore The Upchurch’s grounds including the circular lawn area, the main house that includes getting-ready suites and the airy conservatory that’s perfect for ceremonies and receptions!

Forever & Co. Spring Showcase
2023-03-26 11:00 - 16:00 | NC
One of the largest wedding shows in the Raleigh area hosts its spring event that gathers dozens of area vendors for a unique showcase.
More details coming soon!

The Wedding Showcase of Wilmington
2023-03-19 12:00 - 16:00 | River Landing, 110 River Village Place, Wallace, North Carolina, 28466
Head to River Landing on the banks of the Cape Fear River for this wedding showcase featuring dozens of wedding pros from across the state. Register for tickets early and don’t miss the fashion show, raffle drawing, giveaways, live music and more!

The Barn of Chapel Hill Sip & See
2023-03-12 16:00 - 18:00 | The Barn of Chapel Hill at Wild Flora Farm, 7316 Morrow Mill Rd., Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27516
The wedding planners of Magnolia Collective are teaming up with The Barn of Chapel Hill at Wild Flora Farm to offer this open house event! More details to come.

Granville Wedding & Event Expo
2023-03-04 11:00 - 16:00 | Granville County Convention and Expo Center, 4185 US-15, Oxford, NC, 27565, United States
The Granville County Wedding & Event Expo offers an opportunity to meet and chat with dozens of wedding professionals, including florists, venues, caterers, rental companies, stationers, bakers, hair and makeup pros, wedding and event planners and more, all at one event.
In addition to vendor booths and shopping, attend presentations from Expo sponsors offering tips and tricks for event planning to make sure your upcoming celebration is a success!
Click here to register for the Granville County Wedding & Event Expo.
Sponsors include:
A&A Photography, Printing and More
Beth McDowell (makeup artist)
Carlee Farm
Carolina Noir Boudoir
Cedar Grove Acres
DJ Harvey Wall
Heiden Travelverse
The Grand at Oxford
KG Photography and Videography
Lydia Crouse Photography
Shear Desire Hair Salon
Tranquility Estate
DJ Trey Snide (Next Door Radio)
Visit Granville NC
Willow Oak Room at the Creedmoor Community Center
Wilkinson Creative Co.

OBX Wedding Weekend & Expo
2023-03-04 - 2023-03-05 | NC
Back for its 24th year, the Outer Banks Wedding Association hosts this weekend-long tour and expo is the premier event for engaged couples interested in getting married on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Meet with local wedding vendors, save with special expo-only promotions, win giveaways, sample cuisine, tour venues and so much more!

The Parlour at Manns Chapel Open House Tours
2023-03-02 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parlour at Manns Chapel, 175 Poythress Rd., Chapel Hill, NC, 27516
Take a one-on-one tour to learn a brief history of the chapel or stroll at your leisure to see all The Parlour has to offer for events. From social gatherings to weddings, this sweet chapel will remain in your memories for years to come.
Gain inspiration from layout setups, see Parlour furniture included in all bookings and enjoy light refreshments as the Venue Assistant and Director answer all your questions.
An evening at the Parlour looks like this:

Upon entering the parking lot your guests are welcomed by the stunning 1887 Chapel. With four ceremony locations (Chapel, Courtyard, Garden, Pew House) your guests will be ushered to your ceremony site taking in all the stunning views.
Inside the Chapel they are welcomed by the warmth of stunning chandeliers, original stained-glass windows and original heart pine floors.
Outside, you’re greeted by a beautiful flagstone patio then step into the Euro-inspired pea gravel courtyard enclosed by the Chapel, blooming rose bushes, plush hydrangea trees, camellias and a stone wall.
Beyond the courtyard, your guests are taken through a path past the Chef House and into a native garden oasis. Surrounded by mature trees, butterfly bushes, native grasses and more boulders, your guests can sip on cocktails and enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres.
After dinner is held in the Chapel or Courtyard, your guests can enjoy dancing and continue celebrating your beautiful wedding until your grand exit at 10 p.m.

Join The Parlour for a personal tour, you definitely do not want to miss seeing this historic Chapel as you consider your venue!

Maywood Hall & Garden Open House
2023-03-02 16:00 - 19:00 | Maywood Hall & Garden, 622 Maywood Ave., Raleigh, 27603
Head to this new Raleigh venue – operated by Trophy Brewing Co. – for a tour of the space while you learn about all it has to offer. Light snacks and beverages will be provided.

Scabal Made to Measure Event
2023-03-01 10:00 - 18:00, 2023-02-28 10:00 - 18:00 | Kannon’s Clothing, 435 Daniels Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27605
Join Kannon’s Clothing in Raleigh for this trunk show with formalwear brand Scabal.

Walnut Hill Winter Open House
2023-02-26 14:00 - 17:00 | Walnut Hill, 1804 Carl Williamson Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27610
Come out to Walnut Hill to tour the 20-acre property outside of Raleigh. Walnut Hill has partnered with local husband-and-wife planning team Dogwood Gatherings and Events for this open house that will bring together local vendors including photographers, florists, specialty rental companies and more.
You won’t want to miss the chance to view Walnut Hill’s modern barn reception area (which can seat up to 200) plus the newly added open-air chapel that overlooks a serene pond.
Vendor list:
Design and Planning: Dogwood Gatherings and Events
Photographer: Arika Jordan Photography
Florals: Once Gathered
Catering: HL Catering Company and Funky Fresh
Wedding Dress Shop: White of Raleigh
DJ: Dow Oaks
Bakery: Edible Art
Rentals: Party Reflections
Specialty Rentals: Petal & Oak

Winter Welcome at The Rickhouse and The Cookery
2023-02-26 13:00 - 16:00 | The Rickhouse, 609 Foster St., Durham, NC, 27701
Engaged couples are invited experience Winter Welcome at The Rickhouse and The Cookery on Sunday, Feb. 26 from 1pm to 4pm! Explore what makes each of these Durham spaces uniquely beautiful with complementary transportation between venues. Meet and chat with local vendors while enjoying beer and wine, plus small bites from some of the top caterers in the Triangle. In lieu of ticket sales, donations for Durham organization Communities in Partnership (more info below) are accepted.
Meet the following vendors at each location:
At The Rickhouse:
Planners: Harmony Weddings
Rentals: American Party Rentals, Get Lit Special Event Lighting
Photo Booth: ZimZoom Photo Booth
Catering: Under the Oak, Mediterranean Deli, Viceroy
Coffee Bar & Cart: Event Espresso
Florals: Faux Real Flowers
Audio Guest Book: Loveline Memories
Transportation: Greenway Rides
Photographers: Adrian Etheridge Photography
Music: Willis J Entertainment
Chalk Artist: Marika Wendelken Calligraphy & Illustration
At The Cookery:
Planners: Hayley Singleton with An Event to Remember
Catering: Virginia & Co, CATCO, Food Truck: Chirba Chirba
Dessert: Sugar Euphoria
Florals: Petal & Oak, The English Garden
Rentals: American Party Rentals, Petal & Oak
Transportation: Greenway Transit
Photography: Phylicia Willis Media
Videography: Chaz Reid Films
Music: Stylus SE
Chalk Artists: Rachel Writes
Stationery: Cute Buttons
Hair/Makeup: Versatility Hair Studio, Allyson’s Chair
Photo Booth: TapSnap
Attire: Liles Clothing Studio, Savvi Formalwear & Bridal
The Rickhouse is located at 609 Foster Street, Durham NC 27701. The Cookery is located at 1101 West Chapel Hill Street, Durham NC 27701.

Bluewater & Oceanic Open Houses
2023-02-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Bluewater Waterfront Grill, 4 Marina St., Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480
Searching for a coastal NC wedding venue? Take advantage of dual open houses and a complementary trolley ride between Bluewater Waterfront Grill and Oceanic at the Crystal Pier, including samples from each restaurant’s catering team and signature cocktails.
Each restaurant offers private event space along coastal waterways with breathtaking views. These event spaces are flexible enough to host weddings of various sizes and are ideal for rehearsal dinners, too.
Tickets are inclusive of a welcome cocktail, food and trolley service to each location.
Vendors include Brittanie Raquel Events and Citrine Beauty and Bodega.

21c Durham Wedding Showcase
2023-02-19 13:00 - 15:00 | 21c Museum Hotel Durham, 111 North Corcoran Street, Durham, 27701
Make your event as unique as your love story. Get inspired at 21c Durham’s Wedding Showcase.
Join the team at 21c Museum Hotel Durham on Sunday, Feb. 19 at the 21c Weddings Showcase, hosting some of the Triangle area’s favorite vendors. Mix and mingle with florists, photographers, DJs, and more in the historic Main Gallery space to start making your ultimate wedding vision come to life.
Light bites will be provided by 21c’s on-site fine dining restaurant, Counting House NC. A cash bar will also be available.
We love 21c Museum Hotel because it offers a total of 10,500 square feet of event space in the heart of Durham’s downtown city center. Not only does this spacious hotel have luxurious guest rooms, it also happens to house a fine art museum with works by local artists and internationally recognized creatives within its sleek, modern galleries – and you can even include these in your venue rental! Come by the wedding showcase to view this unique Durham wedding venue yourself.

Ever After Wedding Show
2023-02-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Rocky Mount Wedding Venue, 285 NE Main St., Rocky Mount, NC, 27801
The first annual Ever After Wedding Show takes place on Feb. 18 at the Rocky Mount Event Center! This complete wedding planning experience is a perfect way to meet area wedding vendors and pros including stationers, caterers, planners, photographers and much more. Enjoy a glass of something bubbly and attend events that are scheduled throughout the day, and even try on wedding dresses at a unique bridal shop experience. This show is a great experience for newly engaged couples in North Carolina to meet and chat with local vendors!
Details:

The first 50 guests receive VIP swag bags
Raffle prizes include a pair of 14k rose gold diamond earrings from Diamonds Direct, a bridal gift box from Pinup Studio, plus exclusive discounts from other amazing vendors!
Enjoy a mimosa bar, hors d’oeuvres and more

Vendor list:
Rocky Mount Event Center (Venue/Host)
ACE + Company (Wedding Planning/Host)
Pinup Bridal Studio (HMUA/Sponsor)
Heritage Weddings (Video/Sponsor)
ShanShound Entertainment (DJ/Sponsor)
Brushed By Bec (Florals/Sponsor)
Moving Mountains Studios (Photo + Video/Sponsor)
Diamonds Direct (Fine Jewelry/Sponsor)
Alpha Lit (Marquee Letters/Sponsor)
Curated Events (Rentals)
The Great Raleigh Trolley (Transportation/Sponsor)
Simply Blush Bridal (Bridal Boutique)
Holiday/Hampton Inn of Rocky Mount
Bye Bye Belly/Kia Kronicles (Health + Wellness)
Shine Bright Like a Diamond (Specialty)
Hailey Elizabeth Designs (Stationary + Calligraphy)

Vidrio Sip & See
2023-02-16 18:00 - 20:00 | NC
Experience the vibrant spaces of this downtown Raleigh restaurant and event space. Vidrio boasts artfully decorated spaces and a Mediterranean-inspired menu plus a top-notch bar program. Head out to meet the private events team. The first 50 registered guests enjoy a gift bag.

An Evening in the Hills: The Bradford's Benefit Gala in Support of InterAct
2023-02-11 19:00 - 23:00 | The Bradford
The Bradford – an event venue tucked in the woods of New Hill, NC – hosts it’s largest benefit gala ever in support of InterAct of Wake County! The whole purpose of this event is to come together to raise funds for InterAct of Wake County, which is a private, nonprofit United Way agency that provides safety, support and awareness to victims and survivors of domestic violence and rape/sexual assault. Through this event, The Bradford honors Tina Carlton, a daughter, sister, aunt, mother and parent to three magnificent and beautiful daughters, a grandmother to her precious granddaughter, and a dear friend to hundreds of people, who lost her life in a cruel act of domestic violence. The Bradford team hopes you will come and be a part of celebrating and honoring Tina’s life and learn how we can do more to protect other innocent people from domestic violence.
The Bradford has partnered with the award-winning, luxury event planners at A Southern Soiree to plan a moody, romantic dinner party with cabaret-esque seating, focusing on an elevated dining experience with enchanting entertainment. The inspiration behind the event is Hollywood regency decor that will produce an inclusive evening straight out of vintage Beverly Hills! Guests are encouraged to wear black tie and show off your style for an early Valentine’s Day celebration to remember.
The evening will feature a one-of-a-kind elevated experience including (but not limited to) the following:

Award winning plated dinner by premium sponsor Rocky Top Catering
Open bar including beer, wine and liquor
Silent suction with spectacular activities, experiences and dazzling products
DJ Entertainment, Photo booth, cigar bar, private lounges and more!
Luxury Bubbly x Bourbon Bar

Ticket sales are limited based on the high end experiences offered, guests are encouraged to register for tickets before it’s too late.
All proceeds for the event are directly in support of InterAct of Wake County. Below you can learn more about each ticket option available. If you are looking to donate directly to the silent auction, please email sarah@thebradfordnc.com to learn more.

Ticket Options:
Tier 1– General Admission: includes access to unlimited liquor, beer, wine and a plated dinner.
Tier 2 – VIP: Includes 4 tickets and access to unlimited liquor, beer, and wine. Access to a private Luxury Bubbly x Bourbon Bar. Your private table includes a plated dinner for each seat and your own personal server.
Tier 3 – Sponsorship Table: includes 10 tickets for the price of 9. Unlimited access to liquor, beer, and wine. Also includes a reserved private table with a plated dinner for each seat and a personal server + sponsorship recognition for your organization during the event and on our marketing platforms.

McAlister-Leftwich House Open House
2023-02-11 14:00 - 16:00 | McAlister-Leftwich House, 507 N. Church St., Greensboro, NC, 27401
The McAlister-Leftwich House in Greensboro welcomes newly engaged couples and guests to an open house to explore the beautiful property and two houses that make up the elegant event venue on Feb. 11. Enjoy signature cocktails and bites from 24 Blackbirds while you tour the venue and see its spaces decorated for an event. Gain inspiration for your own wedding and chat with the McAlister-Leftwich team. Plus, meet top local wedding vendors including the C&D Events West planning team, Jenn Eddine Photography, Vie Creative, Grace + Greenery, Party Makers, 24 Blackbirds Catering, Sweet Everlasting Rentals and more!

Graylyn Estate Wedding Showcase
2023-02-05 14:00 - 17:00 | Graylyn Estate, 1900 Reynolda Rd., Winston-Salem, NC, 27106
This stunning, historical estate hosts an open house for newly engaged couples and guests. Experience Graylyn Estate’s various ceremony locations, world-class dining and Graylyn’s in-house coordination team. See for yourself what makes this venue one of a kind.

The Distillery Sip and See
2023-02-05 - 2023-02-06 | The Distillery, 101 Rand Mill Rd., Garner, NC, 27529, United States
This special two-day event shows off one of our favorite wedding and event venues in Garner: The Distillery! Stop by the first weekend in February to see this modern event space with a clean aesthetic that has beautiful details.
Schedule:
Feb. 5: From 1-4pm, The Distillery invites guests to enjoy hand-crafted cocktails and see the space for yourself while you learn about everything the venue has to offer. Some of the top wedding vendors in the Triangle will be part of this experience. Meet and chat with them to find out if they’ll be a good fit for your event. *RSVP is required.
Feb. 6: The Distillery hosts and open door day – guests are allowed to drop by without an RSVP between 11am-1pm to view the space and take a personal tour. Vendors will not be on site on this day. Chad Biggs Planning & Design Company as well as The Distillery venue management team will be on site to help guide your on your venue selection.

Oakland Farm Winter Open House
2023-01-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Oakland Farm, 3355 Rosser Rd, Bear Creek, NC, NC, 27207, United States
Check a few items off your wedding planning to-do list at Oakland Farm’s winter open house. Dogwood Gatherings & Events and KatieDid Florals will transform this barn and farm venue into a magical ceremony design to inspire your wedding vision board. Enjoy food and refreshments while touring the venue and meeting vendors including hair and makeup teams, DJs, photographers, videographers and more.

Union Grove Farm Winter Open House
2023-01-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Union Grove Farm, 1052 Lily Pad Lane, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516
Take a tour of The Barn at Union Grove Farm; a more than 4,000 square foot post and beam frame barn that boasts ample indoor and outdoor space, various accommodations and room for more than 200 guests. The basement level of this barn is home to Union Grove’s woodworking shop that services the farm and is used as a processing area during harvest times.
Join Union Grove for an open house and meet local wedding professionals, including:
Venue: Union Grove Farm
Planner: Premier Party Planners
Catering: Under the Oak Catering
Mobile Bar: Pinola Mobile Bar
Photo & Video: Arika Jordan Photography & Video
Florist: Lilac Floral Decor
DJ: KM DJ Company
Hair & Makeup: PinUp Studio
Photo Booth: ZimZoom Photo Booth
Officiant: Ben Poston Weddings

Winter Wedding Walk
2023-01-28 13:00 - 16:00 | NC
Hop aboard the Great Raleigh Trolley to take a tour and tasting at four Raleigh venues: All Saints Chapel, The Stockroom at 230, The Glass Box and the Jiddi Space & Courtyard! At each venue meet local vendors and chat with them to find out if you’re a good match.

The Merrimon-Wynne House Winter Showcase
2023-01-22 13:00 - 16:00 | The Merrimon-Wynne House, 500 N. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27604
During this winter open house, tour The Merrimon-Wynne House in downtown Raleigh and view the indoor and outdoor event space set up for an event. This gorgeous historical house on Blount Street in Raleigh has beautiful, dedicated event spaces inside and outside, a private courtyard space plus a beautiful wrap-around porch. For newly engaged couples this is a perfect place to start your wedding planning journey through meeting top area vendors and gaining inspiration for your own event!
All of the proceeds from this event will be donated to No Woman, No Girl.
Vendor list:
Alexia’s Bridal
HL Catering Company
The Cupcake Shoppe Raleigh
Sugar Euphoria
Bunn DJ
All Events DJ
Meristem Floral
Perfection by Patricia
Udeshi Hargett Ensembles
Shop Surcie
Ivy and Line Design
Danielle James Photography
The Story Creative
Kast Events and Co.
Curated Events Raleigh
Petal & Oak
