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Recommended by 97% of couples

About this venue

A day to remember, a place you will never forget!

Set on the Grounds of the beautiful Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, Kimpton The Forum Hotel is a newly opened luxury hotel in Charlottesville offering breath-taking views and one-of-a kind experiences. Maybe Darden is where you fell in love or perhaps the grandeur of the School fits your vision of your dream wedding. Or you could be in search of an elegant style and setting that match your sense of beauty and style. Well, look no further: our property has everything you could ever dream of!

The Forum boasts over 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space with memorable, modern décor and designs that highlight the University of Virginia School of Business setting. Host your rehearsal dinner in L'Orangerie to start the celebrations. From a serene ceremony on our outdoor terrace to an epic reception in the exquisitely decorated ballroom, the indoor and outdoor spaces are as distinctive as they are charming. Whether you are planning a big bash or a private elopement, we have an assortment of flexible spaces for any wedding event.

Whatever inspires you, we are here to make every moment truly your own. Find everything you have dreamt of to stay, celebrate and start your fairytale ending at The Forum. The sales and events team here delight in working with couples in order to bring their visions to life. They will take a leading role in the setup of your wedding, leaving you to focus on more meaningful matters. Connect with us to discover the possibilities.

Kimpton The Forum Hotel is a wedding venue in Charlottesville, Virginia.

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Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 3 years in business

  • We speak English

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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?

$5,000

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

$2,500

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

Yes

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

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

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

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

Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

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

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

50,000 sq. ft.

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel
Restaurant

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
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
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
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April

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Reviews of Kimpton The Forum Hotel

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The Kimpton The Forum Hotel in Charlottesville exceeded expectations for multiple reviewers' wedding experiences. Guests praised the exceptional service, beautiful venue, accommodating staff, and affordable prices. The professionalism and helpfulness of staff members such as Shannon, Jake, and Lynnae were highlighted, along with the seamless coordination of accommodations and event spaces. The overall consensus recommends The Forum Hotel for hosting wedding ceremonies and receptions due to its impressive amenities, food, and attentive service.

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The Kimpton The Forum Hotel in Charlottesville exceeded expectations for multiple reviewers' wedding experiences. Guests praised the exceptional service, beautiful venue, accommodating staff, and affordable prices. The professionalism and helpfulness of staff members such as Shannon, Jake, and Lynnae were highlighted, along with the seamless coordination of accommodations and event spaces. The overall consensus recommends The Forum Hotel for hosting wedding ceremonies and receptions due to its impressive amenities, food, and attentive service.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 7 reviews
Google
4.6/5 289 reviews
Sazza
Sazza Sent on 06/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Welcome Reception and Stay at Kimpton

We are a Darden couple who wanted to get married in Charlottesville. The hotel is beautiful and the service we received was amazing. They upgraded our suite for free and welcomed us with champagne. Most of our guests stayed there and were very pleased with their experience. We also hosted our welcome reception in the Jefferson room and the indoor/outdoor space was perfect for that. We did our wedding ceremony at Castle hill Cider and provided shuttle to our guests. It was easy working with the hotel for the entirety of the process.
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Sam Sent on 08/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

best wedding weekend hotel in cville

We used the Kimpton The Forum Hotel for our wedding weekend and it was a DREAM. By far the nicest accommodations available in the Charlottesville area, and pricing-wise, it beats competitors by a mile for a much nicer experience. From the minute we arrived for our wedding weekend, staff here made us feel seen and helped us with our every request. We were able to book a suite for bride and groom and getting ready, and Shannon helped us so much in securing our room block, extending it, and coordinating our stay. We also opted to have our wedding welcome party here, which was truly perfect. A huge thank you to Jake for the wonderful support provided in planning. The bar staff was so kind and soldiered through a very hot evening outside on the Camilia Promenade (which was a BEAUTIFUL venue) and choosing to host the welcome party at the hotel was one of the best decisions we made in our wedding planning process. The food and drink were perfect. This was also a great spot for our guests, who could find something to eat at one of the restaurants when needed. We found ourselves gathered around the bar at night which was just such a lovely way to spend time together, and the accommodations themselves were so upscale and lovely. Valet staff was out of this world helpful, remembered our names, were friendly and kind...and our guests loved the happy hour in the evenings, too! I wish we could've stayed here even longer, it was truly so perfect and made us feel so special over our wedding weekend. Can't recommend enough!
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Sydney Sent on 03/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Would recommend having your hotel block or other events here!

The Forum Hotel was great for my wedding guests. The communication was great regarding our hotel block and they were able to add more rooms when we needed them, which was a huge help and we really appreciated their flexibility. They did require us to be on the hook financially for the room block (it was not a football week - though my understanding was if we would’ve hosted an event here, it would be a free block). Still, everything was smooth from what I heard from the guests and the hotel itself is beautiful. Location is great too. The guests loved the huge windows and couldn’t wait to plan another visit as a getaway from DC. It would be a nice touch for them to throw in a drink at the bar or something for the bride and groom😂! However, my husband and I ended up booking at the hotel after the wedding weekend and when I emailed to let them know we were there, they gifted us a bottle of bubbly, which was a very nice touch. All in all, we had a great experience and love the hotel.
We also did not host any events here, but the facilities are really beautiful. The restaurant is delicious and the teahouse looking room is gorgeous.
Yvonne
Yvonne Sent on 08/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Camps take the Forum!

The Kimpton Forum OVER delivered in making our small intimate wedding a sight to see. First off, from the moment we contacted the property, the response was timely and consistent. Rachel Stewart & Yokomis d’Orvilliers gathered our initial information to get us started and was able to get us connected with Lynnae Robison, who although just came back from maternity leave, jumped right in and helped us get the ball rolling on our short timeline. Amazing! We toured the property and Lynnae gave us plenty of options to choose from as we shared with her our concerns regarding the weather and accessibility. We picked the outdoor amphitheater and it was absolutely lovely. The greenery, the clean landscaping, the gardens really helped tie it all together! In the weeks leading up to our ceremony, Lynnae remained in constant communication with us, keeping us informed and answering all of our questions. On the day of the ceremony, she made sure our wedding crew was looped in and had all they needed to help us pull off the big day! We stayed overnight on the property in one of their beautiful suites, and everyone from valet to the front desk were super friendly and helpful. Finding this venue was the best thing that could’ve happened! It is seriously such a gem. Beautiful property inside and out with lots to offer! Thank you again for such a memorable time!
-The Camps
08.24.24
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Jeff Sent on 07/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Venue

Our wedding reception at the Forum in Charlottesville was amazing--the professional and helpful staff, wonderfully decorated and organized space, beautiful venue, amazing rooms, and affordable price. We were very satisfied, our guests were impressed, and we highly recommend The Forum for your wedding ceremony and/or reception!
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Lynne Sent on 06/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Welcome reception

We worked with several folks at the Forum while planning a welcome reception for wedding guests. Lynnae was extremely helpful and put us in touch with hotel staff who managed food service, billing, AV packages etc. The event exceeded our expectations, food was delicious and the service efficient.
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Laurelle Sent on 07/24/2024
4 out of 5 rating

Wedding weekend

We recently utilized Kimpton The Forum Hotel for our room block during our wedding weekend. The hotel's modern aesthetics were a hit with our guests, who had a great time and truly enjoyed the property. One of the standout features was the sleek and contemporary design of the hotel, adding a stylish touch to our overall wedding experience.

Throughout our stay, we found the hotel staff to be accommodating and friendly, contributing positively to our guests' overall enjoyment. They were responsive to our needs and helped ensure a smooth check-in process for everyone involved. This level of service made our wedding weekend feel even more special and well taken care of.

Overall, our experience with Kimpton The Forum Hotel was positive, with the hotel's modern allure and attentive staff standing out as highlights. Despite a few minor areas for improvement, our guests had a great time, and we appreciate the hotel's contribution to making our wedding weekend memorable.
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Kimpton The Forum Hotel frequently asked questions

Kimpton The Forum Hotel 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
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Kimpton The Forum Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Kimpton The Forum Hotel includes:
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Kimpton The Forum Hotel for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
Kimpton The Forum Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Kimpton The Forum Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Kimpton The Forum Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Kimpton The Forum Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Kimpton The Forum Hotel is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.7 in average response time.
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