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  • 2015

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center

From 1 to 200 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
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Claire
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Recommended by 88% of couples

About this venue

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center is a charming wedding venue in Atlanta, Georgia. The estate has a rich history spanning just over a century. Built in 1920 by the Candler family, the 27,000 square-foot estate stands in the Druid Hills neighborhood of Atlanta. Its exquisite architecture and beautiful gardens create a stunning backdrop for any event, and its versatile spaces can be adapted to suit the needs of gatherings of all sizes.

Facilities and Capacity
Inside, you will have access to the great hall and indoor courtyard, with capacity for 200 guests. The great hall with its grand staircase is a stunning setting for indoor ceremonies. Bridal suites are located upstairs, and our library and music room offer additional space for guests during cocktail hour or the reception. Outside, you and your guests will have access to the abundant greenery and diverse blooms of the gardens and grounds. The gardens offer a tranquil and scenic atmospher for outdoor ceremoniies, while the front terrace and lawn provide refreshing outdoor space for cocktail hour and receptions. Please keep in mind that in order to preserve our historic site, Callanwolde's maximum capacity for all events is 200 guests.

Services Offered
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center provides a beautiful estate. Renters have access to our mansion as well as our grounds, 110 parking spaces, up to 200 padded white folding chairs, a long list of tables, and on-site staff that will be there to support your coordinator and team of vendors. Please keep in mind, we do not provide cateres, linens, florals, wedding planners, or anything other than what is listed above.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 54 years in business

  • We speak English

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FAQ

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

No

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

No

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Tables

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Historic Building
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Elopements

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August
December

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Reviews of Callanwolde Fine Arts Center

Weddingwire
4.4/5 85 reviews
Google
4.6/5 671 reviews
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Emma Sent on 09/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful AND Organized

We absolutely loved using the Callanwolde for our wedding venue. They natural beauty of the house and the grounds cannot be beaten. There was plenty of space inside the house to accommodate all 140 of our guests for a ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception (which was so great because we didn’t have to worry about what the weather looked like that day)! The event manager on staff, Jordan, was so kind and helpful and very quick to response to emails and phone calls. We had zero complaints on our wedding day. Working with the Callanwolde was a dream!
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 06/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Venue to Start Forever!

My husband and I got married at Callanwolde this past May, and it truly couldn’t have been a more perfect venue for our big day. The estate is stunning, and the flexibility to customize each space really allowed us to make it our own. It felt incredibly intimate, especially knowing that no other events were taking place at the same time. The entire Callanwolde team was wonderful to work with. They are kind, accommodating, and they were transparent with pricing from the very first conversation. We loved being able to bring in our own vendors, including alcohol, which helped us stay within budget. The discount for using preferred caterers was also a great bonus. Plus, knowing our deposit supported arts education at Callanwolde made it even more meaningful. We’d choose this venue again in a heartbeat!
Claire
Claire Sent on 11/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

Perfect wedding venue to have an outdoor ceremony in the garden and indoor reception. It's a beautiful house and creates a stunning backdrop for photos. The only downside is that receptions need to end by 11 PM. Great team and very responsive
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 06/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

This was a beautiful venue for our wedding, and it fit us perfectly! We had a gorgeous ceremony in the Hydrangea Garden with the hydrangeas all in bloom, followed by cocktail hour in the front on the Terrace, and the reception in the Indoor Courtyard. Everyone talked about how beautiful everything was and our coordinator was super easy to work with. Thank you for a wonderful night!
Juliana
Juliana Sent on 01/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Venue!

I toured numerous Atlanta venues for my wedding, but nothing could have compared to Callanwolde. The beautiful architecture and landscape took my breath away. If it weren’t for Google Maps, you would never know you’re in the middle of a city. It is an incredibly peaceful and quiet area of town.

I was heartbroken postponing my wedding in 2020 due to COVID, but the team worked with us to schedule a new date the following year. Everything went off without a hitch and I could not be more thankful to have chosen this spot for my big day. I grew up in Europe, and at certain times throughout the day it felt as if I was back there. I will be returning around the holidays for one of their events!
Laura
Laura Sent on 12/17/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Wedding Venue

Callanwolde was a dream for our wedding! We chose to have both the ceremony + reception on-site and there was plenty of room to host a cocktail hour and allow our guests time to explore the different rooms while they set up for the reception. Photos on the grounds are gorgeous and unique. The team was accommodating and able to bring our vision to life. There was an issue with the plumbing in the upstairs rooms where we were getting ready, but the team came up with a solution for us that worked. it was also great being able to choose all of our vendors, which helped save money. Definitely recommend!
Dana
Dana Sent on 05/28/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous Wedding Venue!

Stunning venue that I feel in love with online. As a long distance bride it was challenging to choose a wedding venue, but I feel in love with Callanwolde as soon as I looked at the website and then even more so when I got to see it in person! It was absolute beautiful and unique. It feels elegant and homey all at the same time. The main room is magical with all the draping and lights that are up year round, which helps minimize decoration costs.

Anna was very responsive during the whole process and was accommodating to our vision. We had a babysitter's room in the upstairs portion in one of the dance studios which was fantastic and I am so grateful that Callanwolde was receptive to that! Highly recommend this venue!
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Holly Sent on 04/14/2019
5 out of 5 rating

A Stunning Venue for Your Wedding

The first time we stepped onto the Callanwolde property we instantly knew this would be our venue. Absolutely stunning both indoors and out. Our guests were blown away and continue to tell us how special this venue is. Staff was also so helpful and friendly throughout the whole process. Photography by Ashley White Photography.
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Belle-Anne Sent on 12/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect place for wedding

Callanwolde was a perfect setting for our spring wedding. The historic home and grounds provided a beautiful backdrop for our photos. We absolutely loved it and received so many compliments on the venue.
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Rachel Sent on 09/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I had my wedding at Callanwolde and absolutely loved it! My guests were blown away by the venue! Little to no decorations are needed because of the old charm of this place and Anna was so helpful throughout the entire process! The courtyard is simply the best with the chandelier and drapery!
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Callanwolde is one of my most favorite venues in Atlanta. If you like historic, classic and a staff of professionals that love this old home, then go see it. Beautiful gardens for those special ceremonies, chandeliers adorning a breathtaking ballroom and the most elegant staircase in Atlanta. Take the time to look at their pictures online and schedule a time to stop by and consider this historic location. You will LOVE IT!. Geri Sims

Organized Occasions Organized Occasions Wedding Planners

Callanwolde is the perfect location for any event. The history of the house makes this a truly unique venue in the heart of the city, and the staff are so helpful and professional! As a planner, I really love working here and the staff make planning and setup a breeze.

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Callanwolde Fine Arts Center frequently asked questions

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by Callanwolde Fine Arts Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center is recommended by 88% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.5 in quality of service, 4.5 in flexibility, 4.5 in value, 4.4 in professionalism and 4.2 in average response time.
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