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Richelle Norman
Sales and Events
Woman-owned
3 years in business
We speak English
Small team (2-10 members)
Welcome to TRAINE at Seaboard Station
A one-of-a-kind wedding venue in the heart of downtown Raleigh, NC, where modern elegance meets historic charm.
With original brick walls from the early 1900s, exposed wood beams, and a versatile open floor plan, TRAINE is the perfect canvas to bring your wedding vision to life. Whether you’re dreaming of a sleek city celebration or a cozy, rustic vibe—this space can do it all.
Venue Highlights:
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Seated, up to 200 guests with seamless access to a private outdoor deck, glass garage doors
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Exclusive access to entire property, no sharing
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Historic brick walls, exposed timber beams, hardwood floors & bistro lighting throughout
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Outside Vendors Welcome, Preferred Easily Accesible
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On-site Prep kitchen for your caterer and team
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All tables, upgraded cross-back chairs, and special layout design included
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200+ nearby public parking spots
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Fully ADA accessible + free Wi-Fi
Why Couples Love Us:
Tucked inside Raleigh’s historic Seaboard Station, TRAINE is surrounded by boutique shops, great restaurants, and hotels within steps making it convenient for out-of-town guests and perfect for an entire weekend experience.
Our team is passionate about hospitality and here to support you every step of the way—from planning to party time. You bring the vision; we’ll bring the space and the service to match.
Let’s Celebrate!
If you’re looking for a unique downtown venue with a timeless feel and modern flexibility, we’d love to connect. Schedule a tour or message us to learn more—we can’t wait to meet you!
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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?
$4,500
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$3,500
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
Clean Up
Event Planning
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Server(s)
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$10
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
2
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
2
Describe your venue:
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Covered 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
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
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?
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
July
August
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Reviews of Traine at Seaboard Station
Weddingwire
31 reviews
Google
106 reviews
P.j. Sent on 11/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Truly wonderful experience!
Five Stars all the way!
We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect wedding venue than Traine. From the charming, historic atmosphere to the beautifully designed open space, every inch of the venue felt like it was created with love and attention to detail. It's a perfect location and has everything you need and then some.
Richelle, the owner, went above and beyond to make our day extraordinary. Her kindness, attention to detail, and genuine care for our wedding made us feel supported every step of the way. She answered our questions thoughtfully, provided excellent vendor recommendations, and handled every small detail so we could focus on enjoying our day.
We also had the pleasure of working with Sonny, a member of Richelle’s team, who was equally incredible. Sonny was organized, attentive, and always ready to lend a hand with a smile. His commitment to making everything run smoothly allowed us to relax and enjoy each moment with our friends and family.
Thank you guys SO SO much - can't recommend enough!
We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect wedding venue than Traine. From the charming, historic atmosphere to the beautifully designed open space, every inch of the venue felt like it was created with love and attention to detail. It's a perfect location and has everything you need and then some.
Richelle, the owner, went above and beyond to make our day extraordinary. Her kindness, attention to detail, and genuine care for our wedding made us feel supported every step of the way. She answered our questions thoughtfully, provided excellent vendor recommendations, and handled every small detail so we could focus on enjoying our day.
We also had the pleasure of working with Sonny, a member of Richelle’s team, who was equally incredible. Sonny was organized, attentive, and always ready to lend a hand with a smile. His commitment to making everything run smoothly allowed us to relax and enjoy each moment with our friends and family.
Thank you guys SO SO much - can't recommend enough!
Evie Sent on 08/26/2021
5 out of 5 rating
Traine -> The Dock
Our experience working with Nicole was short, but wonderful. She took over ownership of the venue in the few weeks before our wedding day, but she quickly jumped right in to answer our many questions and handle all last minute logistics with our day fast approaching. We truly appreciated her honesty and willingness to help us stick to the details of our original contract despite changes inevitable with an ownership transition. In just the few weeks we worked with her, she made some wonderful updates to the venue we were so thankful we could experience and we quickly knew we were in great hands. Nicole’s belief in the potential and future growth of the venue is evident and I’m so excited for her future brides!
Kendall Sent on 11/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Traine & richelle rock!
I was blown away at how gorgeous my venue looked on the day of my wedding! Traine is such a gorgeous place as it is but Richelle made sure everyone involved did exactly as I wanted it and it was perfect. She is so wonderful to work with! She's great at her job and is also such a sweet person. The new bridal suite is amazing as well! I was so happy we were able to utilize it! All of my guests kept commenting about how beautiful the venue was. It's also in such a great location to so many hotels downtown! I'm SO happy we went with Traine for our big day!!
Joe K. Sent on 07/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating
A beautiful venue!
From the moment we walked in, we knew Traine would be the perfect venue for our wedding. It's an elegant, open space with kind of an industrial vibe to it--exactly what we envisioned. Parking can be a challenge with the location BUT we appreciated how Traine includes free valet parking. Beth and Richelle are amazing work with and are extremely responsive to emails. Def recommend!
Taylor Sent on 06/21/2019
5 out of 5 rating
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Traci Sent on 06/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating
We Loved It At First Sight
Tory and I fell in love with Traine the moment we walked in. Everything was wonderful! Beth was wonderful, a pleasure to work with. My guests loved the space, WE loved the space! Traine is truly a hidden gem in the downtown Raleigh area. Everyone should book their wedding/reception there.
Daniel Sent on 04/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating
The Perfect Venue for our Perfect Day!
The perfect venue for our perfect day! From the moment we met with Beth Earley, she went above and beyond to answer all of our questions and helped us in every way possible to execute our wedding reception vision. Traine’s hard-wood floors, white-painted brick, and exposed cross beams create a charming space that coupled perfectly with our décor. The rolling garage doors that open to the patio provided additional space and a market-like atmosphere on the night of our reception. Many of our guests commented that the valet staff was extremely courteous, and we personally witnessed the bartenders working diligently to serve everyone quickly while remaining personal and interactive. We would highly recommend Traine based on its location and aesthetic alone, however the staff made Traine one of the best vendors we worked with and played an integral role in one of the best days of our lives!
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Traine at Seaboard Station frequently asked questions
Traine at Seaboard Station includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- Clean Up
- Event Planning
- Lighting/Sound
- Linens
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
Traine at Seaboard Station includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Traine at Seaboard Station includes:
- Bartender(s)
- House Beer
- House Liquor
- House Wine
- Limited Bar
- Open Bar
- Signature Drink
- Specialty Beer
- Specialty Wine
The space offered by Traine at Seaboard Station for wedding events is known for:
- Ballroom
- Banquet Hall
- Historic Building
Traine at Seaboard Station offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Covered Outdoor
Traine at Seaboard Station offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
Traine at Seaboard Station 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
Traine at Seaboard Station offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Altar/Arch
- Audio Equipment
- Chairs
- Chair Covers
- Dance Floor
- Decor
- Drapery
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Tables
Traine at Seaboard Station is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in value, 4.7 in average response time, 4.7 in professionalism and 4.6 in flexibility.
Traine at Seaboard Station currently offers 1 discount promotion and 1 offer promotion for wedding services.