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About

The Grand, in charming Charleston, South Carolina, is a historic and expansive wedding venue that welcomes couples and their cherished guests for the big day. The red-bricked building, located close to Marion Square, King Street, and many other notable Holy City attractions, radiates timeless elegance and is ideal for significant wedding-related gatherings.

Facilities and Capacity

Boasting two event spaces, the glorious Grand can accommodate up to 800 invitees and is available for weddings, social events and corporate functions. A chic and luxurious ballroom is one of the options nearlyweds can choose from, perfect for dancing the night away with their nearest and dearest in a sophisticated and ageless setting. The property contains get-ready rooms for wedding parties so they can prepare comfortably before the special event. The Grand can also be reserved for the engagement party.

Services Offered

The Grand provides several services for the occasion, including exquisite and delicious catering, bar service, rental items, audio equipment, lighting, tables, chairs, and more. The on-site catering can be served buffet-style, plated, or as food stations. From hors d’oeuvres to dessert, The Grand aims to offer the finest culinary experience to go hand in hand with the glorious and refined backdrop of the venue. With nearby parking and wheelchair accessibility, the venue welcomes all loved ones so everyone can enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime event. The historic building awaits to hear from soon-to-be-newlyweds to start planning a memorable marriage in a unique and upscale setting.

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Frequently asked questions

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

No

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

No

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

Chairs
China
Flatware
Glassware
Tables

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

Server(s)

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

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

150

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
June
July
August

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The Grand at 81 Mary frequently asked questions

The Grand at 81 Mary includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Tables
The Grand at 81 Mary includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Grand at 81 Mary includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by The Grand at 81 Mary for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
The Grand at 81 Mary offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
The Grand at 81 Mary offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Engagement Party
The Grand at 81 Mary offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
The Grand at 81 Mary offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Lighting
  • Tables
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