Famously known for being the “Birthplace of Rock and Roll” and the BBQ capital of the county, Memphis has a range of beautiful venues for special occasions, celebrations, and gatherings for all tastes and budgets. Whether you are looking to say ‘I do’ in a historic Antebellum mansion surrounded by stunning gardens or in a chic and contemporary boutique setting, or celebrate with a large reception in a Balinese-inspired ballroom, this charming southwestern city has something for everyone.
409 South Main
Situated on Main Street in the heart of Memphis, 409 South Main has a rich history dating back to 1912, when it was built to house the White Wilson Drew Company, a goods wholesaler. Today, the beautifully preserved building provides an elegant venue for weddings, receptions, and other special functions and events. The space can accommodate up to 230 guests and features a fully equipped kitchen for catering as well as off-street parking to rent. The venue also allows off-site vendors to use the space for various events and functions.
409 S Main Street, Memphis, TN 38103, Phone: 901-341-3838
Balinese Ballroom
The Balinese Ballroom offers three beautiful ballrooms for all types of functions and events from weddings, receptions, anniversaries, and reunions to corporate functions, workshops, and family gatherings. The downstairs ballroom is a 4,300-square-foot multi-functional room that can accommodate up to 250 guests with full bar facilities and functional seating areas, a dance floor and televisions, while the upstairs ballroom offers 4,500 square feet of space with the same amenities. The High Point Ballroom is equipped with a stage and sunken wooden dance floor, a full-service bar and comfortable seating for up to 200 guests. The Balinese Ballroom also offers a variety of menus to suit every occasion and budget, from simple finger foods to gourmet sit-down meals, along with full service bars.
330 N. Main Street, Memphis, TN 38103, Phone: 901-522-1144
Memphis Brooks Museum of Art
Founded in 1916, the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art is the oldest and largest art museum in Tennessee and can be rented for special occasions such as weddings, receptions, and other celebrations. From intimate gatherings to lavish events, the Brooks offers the perfect setting for weddings, receptions, and rehearsal dinners, with different spaces filled with world-class art that can accommodate up to 400 guests. Spaces range from the elegant Dunavant Rotunda for larger parties to the smaller, more intimate Holly Court for cozy gatherings. Events can be tailor-made to suit every need and budget with a variety of packages and unique services provided by the museum’s events team.
1934 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104, Phone: 901-544-6200
Cedar Hall, Memphis, TN
Built in 1846 and located at 3712 Broadway Road, Cedar Hall is one of the oldest properties remaining in Bartlett. This classic triple story Colonial Revival-style home is a beautiful example of immaculately preserved antebellum architecture and provides a romantic location for weddings, receptions, and other special celebrations. Traditionally used as a private residence, the mansion boasts 7,000 square feet of space with a grand staircase, which is ideal for a bridal descent. Surrounded by over 10 acres of manicured English gardens, water features, and fountains, the grounds of Cedar Hall also provide an exquisite backdrop for outdoor ceremonies, receptions, and other events.
3712 Broadway Rd. Bartlett, TN 38135, Phone: 901-377-4099
Dixon Gallery and Gardens
Established in 1976, the Dixon Gallery and Gardens is an art museum surrounded by 17 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens on Park Avenue in Memphis. The fine art museum and public garden offers innovative programs in the arts and horticulture and provides an exceptional venue for wedding receptions or rehearsal dinners. The Dixon Gallery and Gardens feature two facilities that cater for all types of events and functions, namely the Hughes Pavilion, which can accommodate up to 200 guests for a cocktail-style reception, or 100 to 120 seated, and the Winegardner Auditorium, either of which can be transformed to accommodate any event’s needs. The Dixon also offers a small vow exchange ceremony for 15 or fewer people in the venue’s beautifully landscaped gardens.
4339 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38117, Phone: 901-761-5250
Esplanade, Memphis, TN
Ideally located on the N. Germantown Pkwy near Macon Road in Memphis, The Esplanade Banquet & Conference Center offers a fantastic venue for all kinds of events, functions, and special celebrations including weddings, receptions, and rehearsal dinners. Boasting a contemporary, modern design with spacious open-plan areas, the facility has the Presidential Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 500 guests. Rental of the facility includes extra services such as the use of tables, chairs and black linens, table overlays, chair sashes, and other décor. The Presidential Ballroom can be divided into three smaller rooms for more intimate occasions, while the Eden Gardens Courtyard offers a beautiful outdoor venue with two large water features and a fire pit for alfresco-style cocktail parties. Additional services include a full-service bar, in-house catering, and tableware.
901 Cordova Station Ave, Memphis, TN 38018, Phone: 901-753-3333
Lichterman Nature Center
Located in the heart of metropolitan Memphis, the Lichterman Nature Center is a beautifully maintained natural environment made up of 65 acres of meadows of native wildflowers, forests, and a lake that is home to a wealth of fauna and flora. In addition to being on the city’s top environmental and educational centers, the nature retreat also offers a unique venue for special celebrations and occasions such as weddings and receptions with both indoor and outdoor options. The William A. Loewenberg Visitor Center features five outdoor pavilions for meetings and gala events, while the Davidson Special Events Pavilion is a 2,160-square-foot outdoor pavilion with a massive stone fireplace, serving kitchen, picnic tables, and restrooms.
5992 Quince Road, Memphis, TN 38119, Phone: 901-636-2211
Memphis Botanic Garden
Memphis Botanic Garden is a 96-acre arboretum that features 28 specialty gardens filled with a variety of plants, flowers, and trees. The botanic garden features a range of beautifully manicured garden spaces and several indoor event spaces that cater for groups and parties of up to 600 guests. Whether it’s an intimate wedding ceremony, a special family reunion, or a lavish reception dinner, Memphis Botanic Garden has the perfect space for any type of significant celebration. Areas include Hardin Hall, which can accommodate 350 seated or over 500 standing, the Goldsmith Room for up to 150 seated guests and 200 theater-style, and Sara's Place in the heart of the garden, which caters for up to 125 seated guests. Memphis Botanic Garden also offers additional services such as approved caterers and preferred vendor lists.
750 Cherry Road, Memphis, TN 38117, Phone: 901-636-4100
The Great Hall & Conference Center
The Great Hall & Conference Center offers over 8,600 square feet of flexible meeting space, a modern conference center with state-of-the-art technology, professional event planning teams, and plenty of free parking for guests. The Great Hall can accommodate both large and small events and features high ceilings, huge windows, a fully equipped prep kitchen, an audiovisual center, a dressing room, and access to a Romeo and Juliet balcony for romantic moments. The 8,675-square-foot conference center caters for up to 84 delegates or guests in a tiered theater seating style or a boardroom format and features cushioned and moveable seating, high-end technology, and top of the range sound systems.
1900 S. Germantown Road, Germantown, Tennessee 38138, Phone: 901-757-7373
The Cadre
Built in 1928, the historic Cadre Building is a grand ballroom of timeless beauty in the heart of Memphis that boasts intricately crafted, hand-painted, gold-leaf columns, beautiful crystal chandeliers, exquisite drapery, a spacious mezzanine level, and exceptional staff and service. Offering event capabilities for both intimate gatherings and large celebrations, The Cadre provides an outstanding selection of preferred vendors, catering and in-house services, and first-class wait staff, and can arrange all aspects of an event from floral arrangements and transportation to specialty décor and entertainment. The Cadre offers a variety of wedding packages, including ceremony-only, and ceremony and reception packages as well as cocktail hours and wedding photos on the spacious mezzanine.
149 Monroe Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103, Phone: 901-779-1500