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Recommended by 98% of couples

About this venue

The Chincoteague Center, located on Chincoteague Island, Virginia, is the perfect venue to celebrate your wedding. Chincoteague Island is famous for its population of stunning wild horses and will provide an idyllic backdrop for your nuptials. The Centre is situated in the middle of the island within walking distance of the many luxurious hotels and accommodations and the spectacular views of the Northern Atlantic Ocean. This easily accessible location is just over three hours from Washington DC, and two hours from Norfolk International Airport.

Facilities and Capacity

The Chincoteague Centre can host an event of any size, so the team has you covered, whether it is an intimate gathering or an extravagant affair. The Grand Ballroom has the capacity to host 400 guests banquet style, while the Main Hall can receive 275 banquet style. There are also extra rooms for any overflow. The space is a blank canvas and extremely flexible with sliding wall partitions, allowing you to design the space exactly as you envision it and put your personal style on display. The Centre also provides rectangular and round tables and chairs as part of the rental agreement. There is no shortage of electrical outlets, and the property boasts high-speed WiFi connectivity. The kitchen comes fully equipped and ready for your catering company to prepare a delicious meal for your guests. The space boasts everything you need to host a beautiful celebration.

Services Offered

When you book with The Chincoteague Center, you can be assured that the dedicated team of staff will be on hand to ensure the space is ready to receive guests, down to the most minute detail. Elevate your wedding to a different league with The Chincoteague Center.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 30 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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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?

$850

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

$850

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?

$850

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

$850

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

Chairs
Parking
Set Up
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
Banquet Hall
Government Building

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?

Clean Up
Event Planner
Wifi

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
September
October
November
December

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Reviews of The Chincoteague Center

Weddingwire
4.9/5 4 reviews
Google
4.7/5 67 reviews
K
Kasilind Sent on 04/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

HapPierreEverAfter Wedding ❤️

Mary was amazing !! She was very flexible and accommodating to our requests ! I was with us every step of the way. I am not from the Chincoteague area but she was very patient with us. The venue space was very large. The decorating team had more than enough time to decorated! I was more than pleased. Overjoyed really ! I am writing this review 2 years later and I am still in awe of that day !!

Thank you thank you !! Ms. Mary, you are the absolute best !!! May God bless you in abundance !
Jeanne
Jeanne Sent on 09/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue for Destination Wedding

Excellent communication, service, and patience. The venue is beautiful and affordable.
Q
Quseena Sent on 09/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Event Planner

I’ve had the opportunity to plan and decorate at the CHINCOTEAGUE EVENT CENTER on several occasions!! Mary is the absolute best!! She will make sure you have everything you need, she is professional, down to earth, and just a joy to be around!! You can literally transform this center to whatever ideas you have in mind!!! It’s a great space for any occasion. It’s clean, spacious, and it’s a great location.
Tamekia
Tamekia Sent on 09/09/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

This place is Amazing.i love everything about the lighting how clean how polite the people are.

Will didn’t recommend people.As a decorator this is definitely my favorite place
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Team

Mary Esther Leonard
Mary Esther Leonard
Events Director

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The Chincoteague Center frequently asked questions

The Chincoteague Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by The Chincoteague Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Government Building
The Chincoteague Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Chincoteague Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Chincoteague Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Wifi
The Chincoteague Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Tables
The Chincoteague Center is recommended by 98% 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, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.8 in average response time and 4.8 in value.
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