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Riverside Event Center is a romantic wedding venue located on Lake Lure, North Carolina. Offering scenic views of the bounty of nature, the property provides couples with an idyllic setting for their wedding day. With a backdrop of the historic Chimney Rock and Blue Ridge Mountain range, this venue is an unforgettable location where couples can host a timeless and dreamy event.

Facilities and Capacity

At Riverside Event Center, couples are welcome to choose from a number of both indoor and outdoor spaces to host their ceremony and reception. You will be invited to begin your day in the estate’s Get Ready Suite, preparing with your wedding party for the festivities ahead. For a romantic ceremony under the sun, your service can be held by the bank of the Broad River. Alternatively, The Deck features a natural wood wedding arch where couples can exchange vows set to the backdrop of the picturesque Chimney Rock. Guests are welcome to dance the night away in the estate’s barn-style reception area under cathedral ceilings and exposed beams. Originally constructed in 1928, this restored structure offers endless versatility, allowing couples to personalize their space to suit their needs and requirements. The open-plan banquet hall provides ample space for a dance floor, as well as buffet stations and dining tables for a formal meal. This venue can accommodate both small gatherings and formal wedding affairs, accommodating 200 guests in their facility.

Services Offered

Riverside Event Center has an in-house wedding planner that will work with your vendors to ensure that everything goes smoothly. For couples who do not need full planning services, they also offer day-of coordinators that will take care of all the small details so you can enjoy your big day. Friendly and professional bartending staff will be on hand throughout your event to serve delicious drinks from an open or cash bar. A number of event items are available for use, including tables, chairs, linens, and drapery, as well as table centerpieces and other items of decor. For your entertainment needs, the team is happy to provide the use of their state-of-the-art audio equipment, as well as a fun and exciting photo booth. This pet-friendly venue is an ideal choice for those looking to include their furry friends in their wedding celebrations.

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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?

$4,500

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

4,000.00

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Linens
Parking
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?

$12

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

House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2- Ceremony sites, 1- Ballroom, Tents, Veranda

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Barn
Historic Building
Waterfront

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
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
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?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Riverside Event Center

Lauren
Lauren Sent on 09/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Robin was very helpful with anything needed in the day of our wedding

Great place for our wedding beautiful location. Staff was nice and helpful
Meghan
Meghan Sent on 03/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful place for our wedding

We truly enjoyed our wedding at riverside event center! The space was easy to decorate because it is already beautiful. We enjoyed doing everything at one location. Robin and her staff were wonderful to work to work with and very accommodating.
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London Sent on 11/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Go ahead and book it

If this venue has found its place on your list of potentials, just go ahead and have your wedding here!! I got married October 22nd and I relied on Robin and her team to find all vendors, set up, and coordinate the whole day. I was extremely happy with the vendors, the expertise of everyone involved, the attention to detail and the positive energy from everyone involved. Robin was incredibly helpful on the day of and did things I wouldn’t have expected such as putting my veil on, helping with my bustle, and overall just making sure I had a great day. This venue goes above and beyond, not to mention the mountain views and adorable areas to take photos nearby like The Flowering Bridge. We love Riverside event center and we will definitely consider using it for any events our family could have in the future. Thank you so much Robin 💜
Todd
Todd Sent on 06/26/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Event Space, Service and Value

My wife and I selected Riverside to host a welcome dinner for about 80 wedding guests during our wedding weekend. We coordinated with Robin and the team at Riverside and they were very responsive and helpful. The venue is a great location and the service provided was excellent in advance and the day of. The bar prices were also very reasonable. Overall, we would definitely recommend this event space.
Chris
Chris Sent on 12/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Experience

Working with Robin and Calyssa has been the highlight of our wedding planning process. The venue itself is perfect in terms of size, ceremony options, views, decor, and adaptability. All that paired with Robin and Calyssa's extensive wedding planning experience make Riverside a dream place to get married. Every step of the process was smooth, professional, friendly, and relieving knowing we were in good hands. Rather than pump out the same event over and over, they go to great lengths to make each event unique and special. I cannot recommend them enough!
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Leann Sent on 08/18/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond!

This was the best place to get married! We had an absolute ball and we would recommend the Riverside Event Center to everyone if we could! Robin and Rob are the best team and they made our special day stress free! We love them and this venue!
Jeri
Jeri Sent on 06/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

Robin was excellent to work with and made sure our day went beautifully! Highly recommended!
Carissa
Carissa Sent on 04/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Venue and Wonderful People!

We can't say enough about how thankful we are that we chose Riverside for our wedding! The venue is beautiful inside and out and the location is AMAZING! On top of that, Robin is an absolute joy to work with and an expert wedding coordinator! Robin and Calyssa took care of us the day of our wedding so we could simply relax and enjoy it all! Thank you, thank you, thank you Robin, Calyssa, and Riverside!!
Ali
Ali Sent on 03/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Stress Free Wedding Day!

LOVED working with Riverside Event Center for my Wedding Ceremony! Robin and her team made the whole experience stress free and perfect! Robin is so well organized and so helpful! The customer service is top notch! Although it rained on my wedding day, it didn't damper the experience at all. The space is beautiful and had plenty of space to do photos inside and a few outside for my January Wedding. I would recommend Riverside Event Center to anyone looking for quality customer service, beautiful location, and wedding expertise!
Cathleen
Cathleen Sent on 02/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Flawless Fall Wedding

Married October 12, 2018. Robin and her family are flawless organizers and are quick to problem solve to make the dream happen! Would highly recommend them and their beautiful facility to any newly engaged couple wanting a mountain wedding!
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Awards

18
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
DiPietro Weddings: Photography & Films LLC DiPietro Weddings: Photography & Films LLC Wedding Photographers

Had the pleasure photographing Alex and Jazmins wedding here. Beautiful venue and with a scenic view of chimney rock off the back deck! Robin and her staff were very friendly and professional. They did a fantastic job decorating and catering the food in. Anyone who wants a classy venue with professional service look no further!

Sweets Mountain Bakery Sweets Mountain Bakery Wedding Cakes

I've had the pleasure of working with Robin at Riverside Events Center. It's a fantastic place for a wedding or any other event. Beautiful property with a very pleasant and hard working staff!

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Riverside Event Center frequently asked questions

Riverside Event Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Riverside Event Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Riverside Event Center includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
The space offered by Riverside Event Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Barn
  • Historic Building
  • Waterfront
Riverside Event Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Riverside Event Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Riverside Event Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Riverside Event Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Riverside Event Center is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time and 4.9 in value.
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