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About

CJ’s Off the Square is an intimate, all-inclusive wedding venue, located in the heart of historic downtown Franklin, TN.

Facilities and Capacity
Our venue can accommodate up to 135 guests. There are three distinct spaces that make up the venue:

  • The Garden is a hidden gem, perfect for cocktail hour or an intimate ceremony.
  • The Pavilion is a blank canvas that you can decorate as you see fit. There are so many different ways to transform this open-air space.
  • The House was built in 1911 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. There are countless photo opportunities inside and out. The house also provides a ladies' suite and a gentleman's lounge for getting ready.

Services Offered

Our award-winning venue has been serving couples since 2005. Our all-inclusive weddings include services like:

  • Exclusive use of the venue
  • Personalized event design
  • Planning and coordination services
  • In-house catering
  • String lights and chandeliers
  • Tables, chairs, and linens
  • China, flatware, and stemware
  • Setup & Cleanup

Other Services
In addition to our full-service weddings, CJ’s Off the Square host the following events as well:

  • Elopements
  • Vow Renewals
  • Rehearsal Dinner
  • Engagement Party
  • Bridal Or Baby Shower
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$15,995

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$15,995

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
August
September
October
November

Reviews of CJ's Off the Square

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Guests rave that CJ's Off the Square is a stunning, all-inclusive venue with beautiful gardens and a charming historic house. The planning team is professional, responsive, and makes the process virtually stress-free, handling rain and day-of issues smoothly. Food, vendors, and the included DJ receive high praise and guests loved the thoughtful service.

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Guests rave that CJ's Off the Square is a stunning, all-inclusive venue with beautiful gardens and a charming historic house. The planning team is professional, responsive, and makes the process virtually stress-free, handling rain and day-of issues smoothly. Food, vendors, and the included DJ receive high praise and guests loved the thoughtful service.

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Adam Sent on 12/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Most Stress-free Wedding Experience Possible

Choosing CJ’s Off the Square as our wedding venue was one of the best decisions we made. From the very beginning, the entire process was incredibly streamlined—every step was organized, clear, and thoughtfully designed to make planning easy, stress-free, and truly enjoyable. We never felt overwhelmed, and the team kept us perfectly on track without ever making the process feel rushed.

The end result was beyond anything we could have imagined. The garden setting is absolutely stunning, the food was fantastic, and the DJ kept the entire evening flowing effortlessly. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful and seamless everything felt.

But the true standout of our experience was our planner, Leah. She was an absolute dream to work with—warm, responsive, and incredibly skilled. She handled every detail with grace and made the entire day feel calm, organized, and joyful. Because of her, we were able to be fully present and soak in every moment without a single worry.

We truly could not recommend CJ’s Off the Square highly enough. If you want a gorgeous venue, an exceptional team, and a wedding day that feels effortless and unforgettable, this is the place.
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Olivia Sent on 12/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Venue!

We could not recommend CJ’s enough to anyone looking to plan their wedding! From our first venue tour, to the entire wedding planning process, rehearsal, and most importantly, our wedding day - every moment was perfect!! When I tell you there was none of the typical “wedding planning stress” when it came to CJ’s, I mean it! Our wedding planner, Sidney, was amazing, and we couldn’t have picked anyone better ourselves. The “all inclusive” wedding venue was the best decision we could’ve made. Our wedding at CJ’s Off the Square was a dream come true, a real life fairytale wedding, and we’ve talked about how perfect our day was everyday since! The amount of compliments we’ve received from our guests that it was truly the most beautiful wedding they’ve ever been to, we can’t even begin to count! We would pick CJ’s a million times over again!! This venue is EVERYTHING!
Brittany
Brittany Sent on 12/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best venue ever

Kaya and her team were wonderful!!! I had the best day of my life thanks to Cjs. Could not recommend them enough. They made wedding planning stress free
Ryan
Ryan Sent on 12/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

5 Stars! Would recommend!

Leah and team were amazing. Everything was seamless on the day-of, as well as planning leading up to our reception day. They even helped us triage an issue with buses for our guests that was truly invaluable. Would definitely recommend CJ's!
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Kristin Sent on 11/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Lovely Wedding

CJ's Off the Square hosted my daughter's wedding in October and everything was lovely! The venue was decorated beautifully and exactly as planned-all thanks to Leah! She took care of every detail both before and the day of the wedding; leaving us free to visit with family/friends and enjoy the day. Her recommendations were so helpful and enhanced our vision for the event. Leah and her team went above and beyond to make sure everything was just so and they made sure the evening was happily memorable! We are so grateful to CJ's and especially to Leah for a magical evening!
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Diane Sent on 11/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A beautiful and completely painless experience

From the very first tour all the way through the wedding itself and the post-wedding details, CJs was a joy to work with. The staff is experienced, professional and deeply invested in making you feel like your wedding is unique and important. Our planner Kaya Faison was so warm and attentive that she felt like part of the family. The wedding day was perfectly executed and appeared effortless, despite the very hard work CJs put in behind the scenes. Highly recommended.
Susan
Susan Sent on 11/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dream October Wedding

I walked into CJ’s with my dad to tour the venue, and it instantly felt like home. The level of hospitality from start to finish was truly next-level. Leah, our planner, was attentive, communicative, understanding, and compassionate throughout the entire experience. The most standout quality of CJ’s Off the Square was the service— the wedding day was an absolute dream. The staff was over-the-top accommodating, efficient, and professional. They executed every part of the rehearsal and day-of with precision. Every member of their team was kind. They treated me, our families, our guests, and the bridal party as if we were royalty. They kept the flow of the evening going without feeling rushed or stressed, and my friends and family have not stopped raving about the incredible time that they had. The historic house is absolutely beautiful— the groom’s suite (wine cellar) and bridal suite are classic and timeless. And the vendors that they have strategically chosen to partner with (Sara Curtiss; Petite Petal// DJ Moose// bakedinnashville// beyond details// the bartenders) are wildly talented. Our DJ even checked on us and offered to bring us a drink during dinner service— which seems like such a small gesture, but truly embodies the mission statement of CJ's. We will never forget this day and these wonderful people who made our dream wedding a reality. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts!! -Susan and Cody Hudson (10/12/25)
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Danny Sent on 11/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!!

Sidney was an incredible wedding planner — organized, thoughtful, and truly dedicated to making our day perfect. Everything went smoothly, and the venue was absolutely beautiful. We’d recommend Sidney and this venue to anyone looking for a stress-free, unforgettable wedding experience.
Natalie
Natalie Sent on 11/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Experience at CJs!

Absolutely unbelievable experience with CJs off the Square! We were lucky enough to have Leah as our coordinator and she knocked everything out of the park!! From all of the recommendations, questions we asked and tiny details she made sure were perfect - we couldn't have asked for a better experience with Leah! She was always SO king and accommodating to our schedules and made sure we stayed on track with all of the details leading up to our special day. The whole entire CJs team (even though we didn't get to meet all of them) was just spectacular it was the best weekend of our lives and we couldn't have done it without Leah and the support of the amazing team! Highly recommend having your wedding or special event at CJs and know that you are in VERY good hands with Leah. :)
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Addy Sent on 11/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

Our wedding at CJ’s Off the Square was absolutely amazing!

Our planner, Leah, guided us through every single step of the planning process and was truly incredible on both our rehearsal day and wedding day. She kept everything organized, calm, and running smoothly—even with the cold and rainy weather! The day was still beautiful and absolutely perfect.

She helped bring our exact vision to life and had fantastic recommendations for outside vendors.

Our wedding was intimate, fun, personal, and somehow even better than what we pictured.

Thank you, Leah and the entire CJ’s team, for giving us the best day ever!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

30 Endorsements
Grand Avenue Grand Avenue Wedding Limos

The team here is great and a pleasure always to work with!

Amy Nicole Photography Amy Nicole Photography Wedding Photographers

CJ's Off the Square never fails to impress me! They are so incredibly thoughtful and kind with each of their couples, but they also take care of the vendor team in such wonderful ways. They are on top of every detail and help bring each couple's vision to life in such unique ways. I always look forward to working with this amazing team and beautiful venue!

Belles Fleurs Belles Fleurs Wedding Florists

CJ's Off the Square is the perfect venue for your Garden Wedding. Located in Historic Downtown Franklin, with it's secluded garden and gazebo and impeccably kept, lush landscape , you will fall in love with this gem once you visit! One of our favorite venues in Williamson County! Bonnie Denton, owner Belles Fleurs

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CJ's Off the Square frequently asked questions

CJ's Off the Square includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
CJ's Off the Square includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at CJ's Off the Square includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by CJ's Off the Square for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
CJ's Off the Square offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
CJ's Off the Square offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
CJ's Off the Square offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
CJ's Off the Square offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
CJ's Off the Square is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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