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Highland Brewing Company

From 20 to 500 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
Melanie
Gina
Emily
Emily
Lynn

Recommended by 98% of couples

About this venue

Highland Brewing Company is Asheville, North Carolina's first craft brewery. The expansive and versatile property offers three uniquely designed private event spaces ideal for weddings, elopements, receptions, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, post-wedding brunches and more! Featuring industrial-chic interiors, Asheville’s original craft brewery is the ideal option for couples seeking a venue with an alternative edge.

Highland Brewing Company is a family-owned brewery founded in 1994 by Oscar Wong. They were one of the first breweries to open legally after prohibition and have seen impressive growth. Currently led by Oscar’s daughter, Leah Wong Ashburn, the Wong family continues to proudly lead the way in craft and southern beer innovation and expertise. The Event Center & Rooftop features soaring high ceilings and large windows that flood the space with natural light. Accommodating up to 200 guests, it is perfect for lavish receptions. Above the Event Center, the spacious 3,000-square-foot Rooftop is an inspiring backdrop for your ceremony, boasting panoramic mountain views and a shipping container bar. The Barrel Room is a cozy, more intimate space featuring exposed metal roof beams, warmed up by 3 gorgeous hanging live planters and a wall lined with barrel racks offering a perfect ceremonial backdrop. This room accommodates up to 100 guests. Combined, The Event Center and Barrel Room can meet capacity for up to 280 seated guests and 450 for mingling style get-togethers.

Consult the expert team at Highland Brewing Company to bring your wedding vision to life. Their on-site bar includes a wide range of Highland brews and seasonal beers on draft. You can also request a signature small batch of beer to serve at your event. As well as beer, they offer liquor, cider, seltzer, wine, prosecco by the glass, and a selection of non-alcoholic beverages. Glassware is included in your rental costs. They allow you to bring your own caterers and vendors and will work tirelessly to ensure your event runs smoothly and exceeds expectations.

Features

Asian-owned

Woman-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 11 years in business

  • We speak English

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Weddings at this venue

Steven & Katelyn's wedding
Steven & Katelyn
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Mary & Dustin's wedding
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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?

$3,000

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

$3,000

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?

$500

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

$3,000

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

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

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Brewery
Rooftop

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

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Highland Brewing Company is a beautiful, versatile wedding venue with a rooftop offering mountain views and an intimate barrel room that needs little decor. Couples praise the professional, responsive staff and coordinators for smooth planning and flawless execution. On-site beer, smart flow from rooftop to reception, and easy accessibility add to the value.

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Highland Brewing Company is a beautiful, versatile wedding venue with a rooftop offering mountain views and an intimate barrel room that needs little decor. Couples praise the professional, responsive staff and coordinators for smooth planning and flawless execution. On-site beer, smart flow from rooftop to reception, and easy accessibility add to the value.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 69 reviews
Google
4.7/5 1665 reviews
Melanie
Melanie Sent on 06/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best venue with the best team!

Highland Brewing was the very first vendor we booked for our wedding, over a year in advance, and it's easily the best decision we could have made. From the moment we reached out, the Highland team was incredibly kind, communicative, helpful, and accommodating. We worked primarily with Bailey, who is an absolute rockstar and such a pleasure to be around. She worked diligently with us, our coordinator, and our vendors to craft the perfect event, and we had so much fun doing it. She helped transform an already-awesome space into beyond what we envisioned for our big day, and did so seamlessly. We, and all our friends and family that were present, had an unforgettable experience. We could not have done it without her. We are beyond grateful to Bailey and her amazing team for making our wedding dreams come true!
Gina
Gina Sent on 04/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highland Brewing Company was the perfect spot for our wedding!

We wanted a smaller (50 guests) wedding that was still beautiful and fun. Highland delivered that and so much more. The staff is so professional, but so kind and welcoming. They respond quickly to the smallest questions and make you feel heard and special. The venue itself is a dream. The rooftop is spectacular without feeling stuffy or pretentious. The Barrel Room is warm, welcoming, and has lovely character. You don't have to add much decor to make it a wedding dream. If you are looking for a wedding venue with views, charm, and character without feeling like you need to spend a million dollars then don't hesitate to book Highland for your wedding. They made our day the most special one.
Emily
Emily Sent on 09/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our Dream Wedding at Highland Brewing

Highland Brewing Company was the perfect venue for our wedding. The space is absolutely stunning, and the layout, with its rooftop, mezzanine, and main floor, created a seamless flow throughout the day. For our 175 guests, the addition of the Barrel Room provided just the right amount of extra space, ensuring everyone felt comfortable without losing the intimate atmosphere. If you are a plant lover, Highland takes excellent care of their hanging greens in the Barrell Room and their flower boxes on the rooftop looked amazing!

The staff at Highland were professional and clearly experienced, making the entire planning process a breeze. Bailey, our event coordinator, was an absolute dream. She handled all the details and was instrumental in coordinating between our planner and vendors.

Highland provided our beer and wine, and they made it simple to apply for a liquor license so we could also have a full bar. From start to finish, everything was smooth, organized, and perfectly executed. We couldn’t recommend Highland Brewing Company more as a wedding venue.
Emily
Emily Sent on 09/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect wedding venue -beautiful and fun

When we began searching for our wedding venue we looked far and wide around the southeast, not having a specific location in mind but we did have an overall vision for our day. We toured several places but once we came across Highland we knew we had found the one. From the start it had everything we wanted for a wedding reception, a perfect outdoor rooftop overlooking the mountains, a perfect cocktail hour spot on the roof and the reception place downstairs was PERFECT for dinner, drinks and dancing to follow.

Erin was so wonderful to work with from the start. She communicated everything with my husband and I, giving us facetime tours and meeting us every time we were in town to visit the space throughout the wedding planning process. The entire Highland staff was top notch including our day of coordinator Kirsten and every single bartender...everyone was so nice and amazing to work with.

The space honestly speaks for itself. The rooftop views are stunning and elegant and the perfect spot for an outdoor ceremony. The flow is perfect because guests can remain on the rooftop for cocktail hour and then everyone walks down a beautiful stairway into the space which is perfect for any amount of guests and has a great spot for a dance floor. The views of the brewing inside was also a cool touch. The space is honestly beautiful on its own but was also the perfect canvas to really make our vision come to life.

I cannot write this review without mentioning the BEER! Highland beer is seriously so good, you even get to pick your own small batch beer and name it for your wedding which our guests thought was so cool. All of guests could not stop talking about how good it all was, there is also prossecco, wine, seltzer, cider and plenty of NA options so there is truly something for everyone.

It was the perfect unique wedding space for a stunning ceremony and incredible party. Our wedding would not have been the same if it was not here and this was hands down the best decision we made. Our guests LOVED this venue and people are still talking about how incredible, pretty and fun everything was. Seriously I have no negative things to say. We LOVED it here and it will always be a special place we can now go back to visit or think of each time we have a Highland beer!
R
Regan Sent on 08/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Venue in Asheville by Far!!!

Highland has a special place in my partner and I's hearts. Its our favorite brewery in town and as locals we spend a lot of time here. We knew it would be the perfect place for our wedding reception. From the moment we booked Highland for our venue, we were treated as family from the staff members. Erin and Alyssa were extremely helpful in making our vision come to life and keep our contract details organized. They were respectful ad easy to work with. I knew that they had all the details handled. Our guests loved the versatility of the space. From the mountain views rooftop, to the birds eye view on the mezzanine level, to breaking it down on the dance floor. There was a place for everyone at our reception. I'd recommended Highland to any local or out of town couple.
Lynn
Lynn Sent on 03/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highland was magic!

Highland Brewing Company was absolutely perfect for our wedding. We got married at the end of December and used the barrel hall for our ceremony and the event center for our dinner and reception. The space was beautiful and everyone in attendance was wowed. For all that comes with the space, we really felt like we got our monies worth and then some. More than anything else, we can’t sing the praises of the staff enough. Everything was seamless, we were so catered to and were able to feel so calm knowing that they were taking care of so much and facilitating so much ( big shout outs to our highland coordinator, Marissa). They are an extremely easy going crew to work with and made everything about our day all the more magic. They even let us take photos on the rooftop even though it is closed to guests in the winter. Really worth every penny and gorgeous to get married there no matter the season. We can’t wait to go back and visit and hopefully see some familiar faces. We loved Highland so much. Also, the beer is fantastic!
A
Anita Sent on 01/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Clayton/Jones wedding

They work hard for you! No complaints at all.
They were great working with catering, florist and wedding planner. They go the extra mile🤗🤗🤗
K
Kayla Sent on 12/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Fall Wedding

We had our wedding this year, 11/4/23. What a great team to work with on our venue decor and wedding organization. Tyler and Erin were great at communcating information with us. The day of our wedding, Mike, our event bartender, had everything set up and ready to go for our guests. He and Tyler worked well together making sure all of our guests were comfortable and happy. Thank you Highland! Thanks you Erin, Tyler, and Mike!
S
Shannon Sent on 09/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Highland Brewing - A Dream Wedding Venue

Our wedding at Highland Brewing was an absolute dream come true. The venue's rustic charm and stunning mountain views provided the perfect backdrop for our special day.

What truly made the difference was the exceptional staff. They were organized, attentive, and seamlessly managed staff changes, ensuring we were always in capable hands.

Personalized service was a highlight. The team's unwavering support and dedication in arranging a memorable guest tour made us feel like family.

Our wedding coordinator ensured every detail was executed flawlessly, making our day stress-free and enjoyable. Highland Brewing created an unforgettable experience that our guests are still raving about.

If you want a wedding venue that goes above and beyond to make your dream day a reality, we wholeheartedly recommend Highland Brewing. Our heartfelt thanks to the team for the best day of our lives.
Mark
Mark Sent on 09/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect for your Asheville Wedding!

The title says it all, as do the other reviews, Highland Brewing is a phenomenal location to get married. Ceremony and reception in the same location, built-in weather contingency plan, beautiful views, and immaculate vibes. The partially rustic/partially industrial event space is separated from the main taproom by their canning/bottling facility, giving a bit of distance between the normal traffic and your event. The rooftop ceremony was framed by the beautiful backdrop of the mountains and blue skies. Elevator access and bars on every floor ensured the party was accessible and never far from anyone. We could not be happier with how the day went thanks in part to the wonderful staff at Highland. For the price and location, you won't find a better event space!
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When you think of the WNC area a few things come to mind. Mountains, the blue ridge parkway, Asheville, and Beer! Highland Brewing Company sits at the center of all of this (figuratively and literally speaking). We've had the pleasure of attending and working a couple of events here and the experience has always been stellar! From the hospitality, to the space, to the beer, Highland Brewing Company is simply an excellent choice for those looking to have an authentic wedding experience and for those who are lovers of craft beer!

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I love Highland Brewing!! They are the best - the staff, the venue, and the beer! There isn't much more you can ask for, but they definitely give it. They have a rooftop, mezzanine for cocktail, and a beautiful reception space! They provide chairs, tables, and set up. You can't get much more Asheville than Highland!

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Highland Brewing Company frequently asked questions

Highland Brewing Company includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Highland Brewing Company includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by Highland Brewing Company for wedding events is known for:
  • Brewery
  • Rooftop
Highland Brewing Company offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Highland Brewing Company offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Highland Brewing Company offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Highland Brewing Company offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Highland Brewing Company is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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