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Bakery 105

From 25 to 225 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
Cait
Cara
Krysta
Kayla
Lindsey

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

Bakery 105 is a historic wedding and event venue nestled in the heart of Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. Originally a cornerstone of the American Bakeries complex from the 1920s, this meticulously repurposed venue offers a captivating blend of industrial charm and historical allure.

Bakery 105 features a 3,400 sq. ft. garden courtyard adorned with planter boxes, bench seating, and enchanting details like brick pavers, creeping fig ivy, flowering foliage and crepe myrtle trees. Venturing indoors, the 4500 sq. ft. venue unveils exposed brick walls, high wood ceilings, and sturdy steel girders, preserving the mid-century industrial architecture that echoes the venue’s rich past. A large monitor skylight bathes the space in natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere for gatherings. Bakery 105 is more than a venue; it’s an inclusive experience designed for everyone. With the capacity to host up to 250 guests, both the indoor and outdoor spaces are designed with accessibility in mind.

Within Bakery 105, modern amenities effortlessly mesh with the raw, unfinished charm of the original bakery, creating a distinctive ambiance for your events. Whether you’re dreaming of a rustic-chic affair, a sleek and minimalistic celebration, or an extravagant maximalist event, Bakery 105 offers the creative freedom to make the venue your own!

Food & Beverage

Our clients can choose from a selection of caterers to accommodate any event (Of course, 128 South, our sister venue, is our favorite). 128 South provides comprehensive in-house, full-service catering featuring diverse menu options, including buffet, themed stations, cocktail-style receptions, and plated dinners. The professional staff, with their extensive expertise, ensures perfection in every detail, allowing clients to relax and fully enjoy their gatherings.

In addition to catering services, as holders of a NC ABC license, we must handle the sale and service of all alcohol on the premises. When it comes to making your cocktail selections, we offer inclusive hosted bar packages, consumption bars, and cash bar options with house and premium brands as well as mocktails, craft beers and signature drinks.

At our venue, we prioritize ensuring that our clients’ events are tailored to their preferences with utmost care.

Bridal Suite

Bakery 105 is located just steps away from our bridal suite, The Cottage on Orange Street. Once a former physician's office, the cottage dates back to the 1870s. Available for daily rental (unfortunately, The Cottage is not equipped for overnight stays), the house features sitting, dressing, and vanity areas along with a lovely garden side yard perfect for brunch and photos.

Features

Woman-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 11 years in business

  • We speak English

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Weddings at this venue

Summer & Alex's wedding
Summer & Alex
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FAQ

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?

$3,500

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

$3,500

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

Yes

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

$3,500

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

$3,500

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

Chairs
Clean Up
Glassware
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$17

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

Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August

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Bakery 105 is a stunning downtown venue with exposed brick, a green courtyard, and convenient proximity to hotels. Reviewers praised the attentive, professional staff for seamless coordination and clear communication. In-house catering and bar were highly rated, including accommodating dietary needs. Many called the overall experience flawless and highly recommend the venue.

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Bakery 105 is a stunning downtown venue with exposed brick, a green courtyard, and convenient proximity to hotels. Reviewers praised the attentive, professional staff for seamless coordination and clear communication. In-house catering and bar were highly rated, including accommodating dietary needs. Many called the overall experience flawless and highly recommend the venue.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 165 reviews
Google
4.9/5 161 reviews
Cait
Cait Sent on 05/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding venue!

The moment we walked into Bakery 105 we knew it was the perfect spot! The venue is absolutely stunning and it was everything we dreamed of and more on our wedding day. The ability to have our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one location made everything seamless. The Cottage on Orange was also the perfect spot for me to get ready with my mom and girlfriends.

Working with Katie, Mira, and the entire Bakery 105 & 128 South Team was incredible. They were professional, organized, thoughtful, and kind through every step of the process. The entire staff on the day of our wedding were amazing. They were friendly, helpful, and so much fun to work with. Our guests continue to give us compliments on the venue, staff, food, drinks, and overall service. It was the perfect day! We highly recommend this incredible team and venue.
Cara
Cara Sent on 06/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible service all around!

Bakery 105 was truly the perfect venue for our 100 person wedding. The customer service was so unbelievably excellent from start to finish. They are expert level at hosting wonderful weddings and I am so glad mine is now on the list! Could not recommend more.
Krysta
Krysta Sent on 05/14/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful, Historic Venue in Downtown

We had the absolute best experience working with Bakery 105 for our May 8, 2026 wedding! From the first tour to the day of, the team was so lovely, answering every question with a quick response and so much kindness. They accommodated any request we had to make our day perfect! On top of that, Bakery 105 is located in the best location in downtown Wilmington, convenient to hotels, Airbnbs, restaurants, and bars, making it easy for guests traveling from out of town. It was truly the perfect day and team to work with. Highly recommend!
Kayla
Kayla Sent on 04/22/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Guida Wedding

From day one of touring the venue to the day of the wedding, our experience was absolutely exceptional and I would do it all over again! The venue itself is stunning and maintained beautifully. From the brick to the greenery, everything about the venue created the perfect atmosphere and backdrop for our wedding.

What made everything truly special and unforgettable, were the staff. They were very friendly, professional, and highly communicative. Every interaction (and we had many) was filled with laughter and joy. They genuinely cared and were invested in making our day perfect, and it was.

I could not recommend this venue enough. They exceeded every expectation I ever had and they went above and beyond for us. I would relive it many times over, exactly the same way. We are truly grateful to not only have met these people, but to have had such a gorgeous venue for our wedding!
J
Jessica Sent on 03/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Keenan Wedding

The venue is perfect! Great location and great views of Downtown Wilmington. Many thanks to the hard working staff at Bakery 105 who all made sure our wedding went flawlessly!
A
Angie Sent on 11/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The most memorable night!

From the first time I came in contact with the team at Bakery 105, I knew they had it together! They were all professional and answered all our questions in a timely manner and offered us lots of suggestions, which we really appreciate!
Lindsey
Lindsey Sent on 11/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Wedding of our Dreams

We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect place to celebrate our wedding than at Bakery105! From the moment we first visited, we knew it was the one — and it truly exceeded every expectation. The team went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect and that our day ran seamlessly.

Our guests couldn’t stop raving about how beautiful the venue was — from the stunning scenery to the welcoming atmosphere, it created the most magical backdrop for our celebration. Everything came together so effortlessly, and it honestly felt like a dream come true.

Thank you to everyone at Bakery105 for helping make our wedding day so special and unforgettable. We’ll cherish the memories forever! 💕✨
Bree
Bree Sent on 09/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Bowick’s

What an amazing experience! Bakery 105 is a beautiful space with great staff, Katie and Mira who were very accommodating and accessible throughout the entire planning journey. All of our guest talked about how beautiful everything was and how great the food was! We chose to have 128 south cater our wedding day. Overall, if we could relive this day and few more times, we would! Thank you for such an amazing wedding day.
Faye
Faye Sent on 09/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding Day

The 128 South team was so fun to work with! Katie and Mira brought so much energy each time we got to meet with them and helped make our wedding such an amazing time for us and our guests. The service was top notch and the venue is so beautiful. Also, we have to rave about how tasty the food was, so many guests shared that it was some of the best wedding food they had ever had after the fact. Everything went so smoothly on the wedding day. We would highly recommend the Bakery 105 venue and having the 128 South Team so your catering, you will be so happy working with them!
A
Amanda Sent on 07/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue & amazing team 💕

We couldn’t have asked for a better venue than Bakery 105! From start to finish, Katie and the entire team were attentive, professional, and helpful, and their efforts truly helped us ensure we had a beautiful wedding day that went smoothly.

One of the best parts was having in-house alcohol and using their sister company, 128 South, for catering — everything was delicious, beautifully presented, and perfectly timed. Our guests are still raving about the food and drinks! Not to mention, we had quite a big ask - To make our entire menu gluten-free due to my now-husband’s Celiac. The chef, Phillip, and his team are beyond impressive and were able to easily modify the entire menu (appetizers and dinner) to be fully gluten-free. We are confident that they had great allergen practices in their kitchen, as my husband is a very sensitive, symptomatic Celiac and is very sensitive to small amounts of cross-contamination and he was able to successfully eat all of the food at the stations with all of our guests (instead of having an individual meal prepared).

The venue itself was stunning, and the staff handled everything behind the scenes so we could just enjoy our day. Everyone loved the location, as it was easy to walk to/from the venue for those staying downtown. If you’re looking for a venue that offers top-tier service, staff that are easy to work with, excellent drinks/food, and an amazing experience for guests, Bakery 105 is absolutely the best venue in the area. They went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. 💕
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Event Excellence Light And Sound Event Excellence Light And Sound Wedding Decor & Lighting

The bakery is a fantastic venue with a wonderful staff to be around! what more is there to say about this rustic venue in the heart of downtown Wilmington! As a lighting designer, I couldn't hope for a better venue to work in. The brick walls to the exposed beams and plenty of power all around the room makes me a happy guy!

Marcus Anthony Photography Marcus Anthony Photography Wedding Photographers

Absolutely GORGEOUS and unique venue in the heart of downtown Wilmington. Fits a LARGE wedding guest list and has both indoor and outdoor options. The original acid washed brick in the bakery is a photographer's dream :)

Eco Chic Blossoms Eco Chic Blossoms Wedding Florists

Bakery 105 is hands down one of our favorite venues to work with! We've had the opportunity to do floral design at Bakery 105 for many weddings and its always so great to see how versatile the venue is. The staff is so wonderful to work with and the food is AMAZING! This is great venue for a ceremony, reception or any other event!

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Bakery 105 frequently asked questions

Bakery 105 includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Glassware
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Bakery 105 includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Bakery 105 includes:
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Bakery 105 for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Bakery 105 offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Bakery 105 offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Bakery 105 offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Bakery 105 offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Bakery 105 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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