You'll be far from bored in these boardrooms.
Staging breakout sessions can make or break a meeting, but the range of captivating and innovative venues found throughout the Charleston area mean your guests won’t dare snooze through your schedule of events.
Where to Meet & Stay > Facilities & Venues
The Carolina QueenCome aboard the Carolina Queen, Charleston Harbor Tours’ newest vessel. The Queen is an authentic riverboat style, 3 deck vessel with a real paddlewheel! She can accommodate up to 350 passengers and makes the perfect venue for any special event!
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Legare Waring HouseCirca 1840, located in a very private section of Charles Towne Landing, the site of the first settlement in the Carolinas. Graceful avenue of oaks, lovely gardens and lagoons, the perfect venue for social and corporate parties.
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The RivieraOne of the most unique meeting spaces in the nation. This fully restored 1930’s art-deco theatre is a registered historic landmark. Amenities: Plush tiered theatre, 4,032 square-foot ballroom, rooftop balcony, Academy Room for smaller gatherings, and a “Hollywood-esque” marquee that can be personalized.
Total Meeting Space: 9,000 sqft
Founders Hall Founders Hall is the area's newest event venue and has been awarded Gold Level LEED certification for being environmentally friendly. The modern architecture and its state-of-the-art amenities make this the ideal location for your next event.
Total Meeting Space: 4300 sqft
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime MuseumImagine your event aboard the WWII aircraft carrier USS Yorktown, home to the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum. Breathtaking views of the Charleston Harbor and Historic District. Event space for 15 to 1,500, aboard ship and on the grounds. Catering services and group rates available.
Total Meeting Space: 6,600 sqft
Charleston Harbor ToursThe Carolina Belle, Charleston’s premier dinner-ship; a truly unique setting. Accommodating up to 250 passengers, your guests are treated to gracious service, delicious food and spectacular views that are always changing. Perfect for corporate events, weddings or VIP parties. Departs from downtown Charleston.
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The Cooper River Room at Mt. Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park The Mt. Pleasant Waterfront Park offers 2 brand-new venues for your event needs: The Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Pavillion – perfect for a casual oyster roast; and the Cooper River Room, complete with waterfront views and catering kitchen, ideal for weddings and private parties.
Total Meeting Space: 2016 sqft
The Family Circle Tennis CenterThe Family Circle Tennis Center is home to the Family Circle Cup and provides a breathtaking backdrop for concerts and special events of all sizes. The site boasts conference rooms, gracious patios, lawn areas, and a 10,200-seat stadium.
Total Meeting Space: 1100 sqft
Caviar & Bananas Gourmet Market & CafeFrom the ordinary to the extraordinary, Caviar & Bananas Market & Cafe offers an upscale venue with a sophisticated, modern vibe. The sleek interior creates the perfect setting for events ranging from receptions to private parties. Full service catering available.
Total Meeting Space: 3200 sqft
Lowndes GroveA National Historic Landmark, this is the last great waterfront estate downtown. Two indoor/outdoor venues with sunset views framed by live oaks, the 1786 Main House on expansive grounds and a more intimate River House. Five charming overnight suites available.
Total Meeting Space: 9000 sqft
Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park / The Charleston RiverdogsThe Charleston RiverDogs are a professional minor league baseball team competing in the South Atlantic League and are a Class A affiliate of the New York Yankees. Tickets start at $5 and the RiverDogs are known for family fun and zany promotions.
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McCrady'sThe Historic Long Room features stone fireplaces, Venetian chandeliers, French crystal sconces and padded silk-covered walls. The Gallery offers exposed brick walls, hardwood floors and windows that let in streaming light during the day and beautiful views of the streetscape in the evening.
Total Meeting Space: 3,487 sqft
The William Aiken HouseNational Historic Landmark in the heart of downtown offering old world charm with modern conveniences. Indoor/outdoor spaces boast period art and antiques, sweeping piazzas and a 200 year-old magnolia tree, all accentuated by impeccable service and cuisine. Two overnight rooms.
Total Meeting Space: 20000 sqft
Boone Hall Plantation
Famous for its Avenue of Oaks, Boone Hall Plantation provides a peaceful respite for the traveler. Enjoy guided tours of the plantation house. Exhibits in the original slave cabins interpret lives of plantation workers. Leisurely tour the cotton dock and continuously blooming gardens.
Famous for its Avenue of Oaks, Boone Hall Plantation provides a peaceful respite for the traveler. Enjoy guided tours of the plantation house. Exhibits in the original slave cabins interpret lives of plantation workers. Leisurely tour the cotton dock and continuously blooming gardens.
Total Meeting Space: 4900 sqft
Charleston Maritime Center
Charleston Maritime Center is a premier special events facility on the waterfront. Also a full service marina, we can host events from 20 to 5,000 people with a beautiful view of the Cooper River and Charleston Harbor.
Charleston Maritime Center is a premier special events facility on the waterfront. Also a full service marina, we can host events from 20 to 5,000 people with a beautiful view of the Cooper River and Charleston Harbor.
Total Meeting Space: 4000 sqft
Charleston Visitor Center
More than 11,000 square feet of space located in an old railroad depot circa 1856 with original floors and beams. The Charleston Visitor Center will add authenticity as well as ambiance to your gathering. Reception capacity for the Visitor Center: 100-400 (standing) and 150 (seated); Bus Shed: 3,200 (standing) and 1,600 (seated).
More than 11,000 square feet of space located in an old railroad depot circa 1856 with original floors and beams. The Charleston Visitor Center will add authenticity as well as ambiance to your gathering. Reception capacity for the Visitor Center: 100-400 (standing) and 150 (seated); Bus Shed: 3,200 (standing) and 1,600 (seated).
Total Meeting Space: 1100 sqft
Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry
Designed for the young and young-at-heart, the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry creates a memorable backdrop for your special event. Let your imagination run wild with CML’s eight themed exhibit rooms, garden and promenade. Flexible rental rates available upon request.
Designed for the young and young-at-heart, the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry creates a memorable backdrop for your special event. Let your imagination run wild with CML’s eight themed exhibit rooms, garden and promenade. Flexible rental rates available upon request.
Total Meeting Space: 10,000 sqft
Crosby's Dock
Crosby's Dock is the perfect location for Lowountry style events; 15 minutes from downtown near Folly Beach. crab cracks, Oyster Roasts, Lowcountry Boil, BBQ. See www.crosbysdock.com for details, photos and a quick event quote. Seating for 80 guests; cocktail style for 150.
Crosby's Dock is the perfect location for Lowountry style events; 15 minutes from downtown near Folly Beach. crab cracks, Oyster Roasts, Lowcountry Boil, BBQ. See www.crosbysdock.com for details, photos and a quick event quote. Seating for 80 guests; cocktail style for 150.
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Gaillard Municipal Auditorium
The Gaillard Auditorium is a 2,734 seat theater and 15,000 square feet exhibition hall located in the Historic District within walking distance to hotels, attractions and restaurants. We are home to the Charleston Symphony, SEWE, Spoleto and other local events.
The Gaillard Auditorium is a 2,734 seat theater and 15,000 square feet exhibition hall located in the Historic District within walking distance to hotels, attractions and restaurants. We are home to the Charleston Symphony, SEWE, Spoleto and other local events.
Total Meeting Space: 15,000 sqft
Gallery Chuma, Inc.
Great value for off-site reception or cocktail party. Immerse your guests in Gullah Culture as they enjoy artworks by famous Gullah artist Johnathan Green. Framed Gullah-centric prints, reasonably priced for corporate gifts.
Great value for off-site reception or cocktail party. Immerse your guests in Gullah Culture as they enjoy artworks by famous Gullah artist Johnathan Green. Framed Gullah-centric prints, reasonably priced for corporate gifts.
Total Meeting Space: 2900 sqft
Gibbes Museum of Art
Located in historic downtown Charleston, the Gibbes offers many different event spaces. Galleries are filled with paintings, prints, photographs, miniature portraits and sculptures. The courtyard is a stunning hidden space, perfect for social gatherings. Any event at the Gibbes is a masterpiece!
Located in historic downtown Charleston, the Gibbes offers many different event spaces. Galleries are filled with paintings, prints, photographs, miniature portraits and sculptures. The courtyard is a stunning hidden space, perfect for social gatherings. Any event at the Gibbes is a masterpiece!
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Harborside East
Located at the foot of the Ravenel Bridge just minutes from historic downtown Charleston. Harborside East is an elegant and unique event venue boasting breathtaking views of the Charleston harbor and offering abundant waterfront entertaining opportunities.
Located at the foot of the Ravenel Bridge just minutes from historic downtown Charleston. Harborside East is an elegant and unique event venue boasting breathtaking views of the Charleston harbor and offering abundant waterfront entertaining opportunities.
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Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Offering the perfect setting for any event. Magnolia provides an incomparable backdrop of year-round blooms throughout the historic gardens and plantation grounds. Facilities include the climate-controlled riverfront antebellum carriage house, Plantation House verandah, the pasture surrounded by ancient live oaks, and the pavilion.
Offering the perfect setting for any event. Magnolia provides an incomparable backdrop of year-round blooms throughout the historic gardens and plantation grounds. Facilities include the climate-controlled riverfront antebellum carriage house, Plantation House verandah, the pasture surrounded by ancient live oaks, and the pavilion.
Total Meeting Space: 3900 sqft
Marion’s in the French Quarter
Nestled in the heart of Charleston, Marion’s in the French Quarter is the perfect venue for your upcoming event! Comfortably seating 165, it transforms effortlessly for an intimate party of 20. Whether you are planning the dream wedding or a corporate meeting, Marion’s is unparalleled.
Nestled in the heart of Charleston, Marion’s in the French Quarter is the perfect venue for your upcoming event! Comfortably seating 165, it transforms effortlessly for an intimate party of 20. Whether you are planning the dream wedding or a corporate meeting, Marion’s is unparalleled.
Total Meeting Space: 4,200 sqft
Middleton Place
A carefully preserved 18th century plantation, provides the ideal setting for any group event: oyster roasts in the Stableyards, cocktails in the Gardens, banquet dinners in the Pavilion, or meetings in the Lakehouse. An array of banquet menus specializing in authentic Lowcountry cuisine.
A carefully preserved 18th century plantation, provides the ideal setting for any group event: oyster roasts in the Stableyards, cocktails in the Gardens, banquet dinners in the Pavilion, or meetings in the Lakehouse. An array of banquet menus specializing in authentic Lowcountry cuisine.
Total Meeting Space: 7,200 sqft
Montague Terrace
Montague Terrace is the latest addition to the Charleston Area Convention Center Campus, expanding the venue by 7,400 square feet of special event space. Montague Terrace is an eco-friendly, state-of-the-art facility equipped with full production capabilities to accommodate all events from private receptions to small concerts, theatre, and comedy shows.
Montague Terrace is the latest addition to the Charleston Area Convention Center Campus, expanding the venue by 7,400 square feet of special event space. Montague Terrace is an eco-friendly, state-of-the-art facility equipped with full production capabilities to accommodate all events from private receptions to small concerts, theatre, and comedy shows.
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North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire Museum and Education Center
The North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire Museum and Education Center, conveniently located adjacent to the Tanger Outlet Mall, houses one of the largest collections of antique fire equipment and vehicles in the United States. Open Mon- Sat 10 a.m – 5 p.m. with last tour starting at 4pm. Perfect venue option! Contact Max Sterling.
The North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire Museum and Education Center, conveniently located adjacent to the Tanger Outlet Mall, houses one of the largest collections of antique fire equipment and vehicles in the United States. Open Mon- Sat 10 a.m – 5 p.m. with last tour starting at 4pm. Perfect venue option! Contact Max Sterling.
Total Meeting Space: 25000 sqft
North Charleston Coliseum
A part of the Charleston Area Convention Center Complex, the North Charleston Coliseum is the area's largest performance venue. Home of the South Carolina Stingrays ice hockey team, major concerts and special entertainment events.
A part of the Charleston Area Convention Center Complex, the North Charleston Coliseum is the area's largest performance venue. Home of the South Carolina Stingrays ice hockey team, major concerts and special entertainment events.
Total Meeting Space: 45000 sqft
North Charleston Performing Arts Center
A part of the Charleston Area Convention Center Complex, the North Charleston Performing Arts Center features a state-of-the-art performance venue suited for events ranging from conference speakers to Broadway-style productions. The venue also includes a large foyer perfect for banquets and receptions.
A part of the Charleston Area Convention Center Complex, the North Charleston Performing Arts Center features a state-of-the-art performance venue suited for events ranging from conference speakers to Broadway-style productions. The venue also includes a large foyer perfect for banquets and receptions.
Total Meeting Space: 13000 sqft
Queen Anne's Revenge
Queen Anne's Revenge serves seasonally inspired dishes and lowcountry classics in a relaxed family-friendly atmosphere. Outdoor seating, flickering gas lanterns, full bar and craft beers. Queen Anne's Revenge also houses one of the largest collections of authentic pirate artifacts.
Queen Anne's Revenge serves seasonally inspired dishes and lowcountry classics in a relaxed family-friendly atmosphere. Outdoor seating, flickering gas lanterns, full bar and craft beers. Queen Anne's Revenge also houses one of the largest collections of authentic pirate artifacts.
Total Meeting Space: 5000 sqft
River Bowl & Bistro
River Bowl and Bistro is a new and exciting venue that adds the old time fun of bowling and games to the modern enjoyment of delicious food and comfortable entertaining. River Bowl is the perfect upscale facility for your group event, parties or a night on the town.
River Bowl and Bistro is a new and exciting venue that adds the old time fun of bowling and games to the modern enjoyment of delicious food and comfortable entertaining. River Bowl is the perfect upscale facility for your group event, parties or a night on the town.
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Schooner Pride
The Schooner Pride makes the perfect venue for smaller groups of 49 or less. Charleston’s only 3 mast tall ship, takes you back to the classic days of sail. Experience an exhilarating team building sail or a relaxing sunset cruise. Catering and bar can be arranged on board for your perfect corporate or social event.
The Schooner Pride makes the perfect venue for smaller groups of 49 or less. Charleston’s only 3 mast tall ship, takes you back to the classic days of sail. Experience an exhilarating team building sail or a relaxing sunset cruise. Catering and bar can be arranged on board for your perfect corporate or social event.
Total Meeting Space: 12000 sqft
Seabrook Island Club
Complete with two golf courses, beach club, fifteen-court tennis center, horseback riding, and a magnificent new club house featuring an ocean view ballroom, the Seabrook Island Club is an outstanding location for weddings, private parties, and special events.
Complete with two golf courses, beach club, fifteen-court tennis center, horseback riding, and a magnificent new club house featuring an ocean view ballroom, the Seabrook Island Club is an outstanding location for weddings, private parties, and special events.
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Shem Creek Events
Cottage on the Creek and Lighthouse on the Creek are nestled in the heart of Mt. Pleasant on historic Shem Creek. Classic shrimp boats, playful dolphins and lowcountry sunsets will make your event at either facility unforgettable.
Cottage on the Creek and Lighthouse on the Creek are nestled in the heart of Mt. Pleasant on historic Shem Creek. Classic shrimp boats, playful dolphins and lowcountry sunsets will make your event at either facility unforgettable.
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SpiritLine Cruises
Spiritline Cruises owns and operates the largest charter fleet in South Carolina. Private parties, dinners, and receptions for groups of 20 to more than 400 on SpiritLine's yachts, Spirit of Carolina, Spirit of Charleston, Spirit of the Lowcountry and General Beauregard.
Spiritline Cruises owns and operates the largest charter fleet in South Carolina. Private parties, dinners, and receptions for groups of 20 to more than 400 on SpiritLine's yachts, Spirit of Carolina, Spirit of Charleston, Spirit of the Lowcountry and General Beauregard.
Total Meeting Space: 18,000 sqft
The Historic Rice Mill Building
The Historic Rice Mill Building, an exclusive venue of Good Food Catering, is Charleston’s most spectacular waterfront event location featuring versatile indoor and outdoor space and unparalleled sunset views over the Ashley River. Contact Tanya Gurrieri
The Historic Rice Mill Building, an exclusive venue of Good Food Catering, is Charleston’s most spectacular waterfront event location featuring versatile indoor and outdoor space and unparalleled sunset views over the Ashley River. Contact Tanya Gurrieri
Total Meeting Space: 7000 sqft
The South Carolina Aquarium
Add a splash to your group visit with the South Carolina Aquarium. With 5,000 aquatic friends, such as sea turtles, sharks and otters, this will be an unforgettable experience for your group. Perfect for a daytime activity, corporate dinner or cocktail reception.
Add a splash to your group visit with the South Carolina Aquarium. With 5,000 aquatic friends, such as sea turtles, sharks and otters, this will be an unforgettable experience for your group. Perfect for a daytime activity, corporate dinner or cocktail reception.
Total Meeting Space: 22000 sqft
Upstairs at 39 Rue De Jean
Upstairs at 39 Rue de Jean maintains the charm of Charleston’s historic architecture while allowing the versatility to create an atmosphere appropriate for any event. Ideal for corporate and social functions, featuring vaulted ceilings, exposed brick and a private entrance.
Upstairs at 39 Rue de Jean maintains the charm of Charleston’s historic architecture while allowing the versatility to create an atmosphere appropriate for any event. Ideal for corporate and social functions, featuring vaulted ceilings, exposed brick and a private entrance.
Total Meeting Space: 2,200 sqft
Upstairs at Midtown
Upstairs at Midtown is a unique private event venue located in the exciting Upper King Street "Design District" of Downtown Charleston. The setting is highlighted by a painstaking historic restoration of one of the oldest buildings north of Calhoun Street, Circa 1760's.
Upstairs at Midtown is a unique private event venue located in the exciting Upper King Street "Design District" of Downtown Charleston. The setting is highlighted by a painstaking historic restoration of one of the oldest buildings north of Calhoun Street, Circa 1760's.
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