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  • 2015
  • 2013

Smithfield Center

Guests Up to 350
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples love this

  • Unique aesthetic style
  • Quality catering
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
ShayDe
Christopher
Kari
Deidra
Caroline

Recommended by 97% of couples

About this venue

Welcome to the Event Venues of Smithfield

A scenic river, a historic downtown, a memorable experience awaits you.

Groups large and small will find everything needed and more for a meeting, conference, wedding or receptions at the Event Venues of Smithfield located in the beautiful, acclaimed historic district of downtown Smithfield. There’s no better place than Smithfield, Virginia – home to “hams, history, hospitality & heART” to experience your event.

The Smithfield Center is a multipurpose space, featuring a flexible floor plan and the latest in audio/visual equipment. The center’s floor to ceiling windows take advantage of its premier waterfront location on the Pagan River, offering a naturally beautiful setting that will bring an added dimension to any gathering. Rental of the Center also includes use of the 2,300 square foot outdoor deck.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

    26 years in business

    We speak English

Links

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Weddings at this venue

Catherine & Christopher's wedding
Catherine & Christopher
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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?

$6,000

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

$6,000

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
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Furniture
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February

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Reviews of Smithfield Center

Weddingwire
4.9/5 42 reviews
Google
4.6/5 186 reviews
ShayDe
Shayde Sent on 02/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect space

The space was huge and gorgeous. The staff is was so kind and attentive during the touring process and contract negotiations. I did a January wedding so I got the space for half off.
Christopher
Christopher Sent on 11/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best in Smithfield

If you are looking for the best place to host your event in Smithfield, you found it! I am a professional DJ and I work a few wedding events here every year and already have some lined up for next year. Before this year is over, I wanted to take the time and share with all review readers how grateful I am for the opportunity to be able to collaborate with such a great venue and the talented team that makes magic happen every time I am there. They communicate well with vendors, everything is always clean and looks amazing, and the layout options are awesome. I like being elevated on their stage to see everything going on. They surely go above and beyond for their clients to have the best time ever. Go see for yourself, book your event here!

Chris “DJ Karizma” August | DJ Karizma Entertainment LLC | www.karizma.bz
Kari
Kari Sent on 06/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue

Beautiful venue and great staff! Courtney and Amy were excellent in responding to us with any questions and concerns and we were there to be of any assistance with any venue related needs on the wedding day. We rented for two days and were able to set up the venue Friday and do the rehearsal dinner that night. The back deck has beautiful views of the pagan river and it made for a beautiful backdrop for our ceremony.
Deidra
Deidra Sent on 10/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing location & value

Nice, open & spacious area inside - perfect for reception. We had the ceremony on the deck with one of their suites as a back up plan for rain. They let us use their ficus trees that had lights in them. Agreeable, knowledgable & flexible employees.

I had 14 guest tables, plus the bridal party tables, a buffet line, DJ station on their stage, plus a cake table.

They have a lot to offer for rental, outside of the rental price for the whole venue.
C
Candice Sent on 01/13/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing facility

The Smithfield Center was amazing to have my wedding at. It fit over 200 of my guest comfortably and able to have a large dance floor. Everything was clean and well organized. All staff were friendly.
C
Courtney Sent on 09/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Smithfield Center

Beautiful venue & even better view! Courtney R. is awesome & very helpful! Highly recommend.
M
Mallory Sent on 10/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Smithfield Center made our wedding day perfect! They provided a space for my bridesmaids and I to get dressed, they set up a room in case it rained (even though there was no rain in sight), and they had all of the tables and chairs ready to use on sight with no extra charge! We really couldn't have asked for anything more perfect. The back deck, where we got married, is large and has a beautiful view, and I loved that everything was all on one level, so that the older members of our families felt like they could easily move around. Smithfield Center did a great job at keeping in touch with me in the months before the wedding, and they were always so willing to answer any questions that I had, no matter how silly they may have seemed. I really cannot express how perfect Smithfield Center made our wedding day; I highly recommend them for your special day.
Caroline
Caroline Sent on 09/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding at The Smithfield Center two weeks ago and could not have picked a better venue for our needs. From the beginning, Courtney was extremely responsive and helpful in answering questions about our event. As the event got closer, Courtney and Amy were more than accommodating and truly went above and beyond. We are so thankful for their efficiency, especially as plans for the ceremony changed the day of due to rain. The venue was the perfect size and fit for a wedding of 175 guests, but also felt extremely intimate. The set up was perfect upon our arrival and Calvin was a great day of help. We loved it and would recommend to anyone! The
E
Erica Sent on 10/01/2016
5 out of 5 rating
The Smithfield Center is the perfect example of how you can have a smaller budget and still have an amazing and beautiful wedding! We had our ceremony outside on the deck and the reception inside. The Center staff are very kind, responsive and help make you feel at ease about the wedding details. The Center has all the basics you need but allows you to make your day special and unique by being very flexible with what you can do. We did use one of the preferred vendors Country Boys BBQ for our catering who was also absolutely the best! We even had our first look pictures completed at Windsor Castle which is also run through the Smithfield Center that has beautiful barns to take pictures at as well as is on the water. Everything about the Smithfield Center was wonderful and I would recommend it to any one who wants to have their wedding at a worry free, beautiful and low cost venue!
P
Private U. Sent on 08/27/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Very beautiful place, everyone there was very friendly and nice. Great place for your money. I would recommend this place to anyone. Every who came to my wedding loved the place and said it was beautiful.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
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When you reserve the Smithfield Center you get much much more than a large, beautiful venue with a great view and fully equipped kitchen. You get to work with an amazing group of people that enjoy what they do. As someone who works at different venues every weekend, take my word that a helpful, supportive, knowledgeable staff is worth its weight in gold and these people are nothing short of awesome! Reserve the Smithfield Center today, you will not be sorry!

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Smithfield Center frequently asked questions

Smithfield Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Smithfield Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Waterfront
Smithfield Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Smithfield Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Smithfield Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
Smithfield Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Smithfield Center is recommended by 97% 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 professionalism, 4.8 in flexibility and 4.8 in value.
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