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Jen Kehrer
Jen Kehrer
Guest Services & Sales

Veteran-owned, Woman-owned

2 years in business

We speak English, Persian, Swahili and Spanish

10 team 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:

  • 4,400 sq. ft. of indoor space with seamless access to a private outdoor deck

  • Accommodates up to 200 guests (seated with dance floor)

  • Beautiful whitewashed brick walls, hardwood floors & bistro lighting

  • Custom bar packages + flexible vendor options

  • Full prep kitchen for your caterer

  • Tables, black cross-back chairs, and optional layout styles included

  • 175+ nearby parking spots

  • 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 walkable hotels—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!

Pricing information

$6,000 starting price $3,500 starting price
$8,000 average price $5,500 average price
Reception
$5,500 starting price
Bar service
$20 per person
These prices are available for the months of Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.
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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?

$5,500

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 starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

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

Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar 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

Weddingwire
4.7/5 31 reviews
Google
4.7/5 92 reviews
P.J.
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!
Evie
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
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!!
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Awards

31
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
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Team

Richelle Norman
Richelle Norman
Venue Manager
Jen Kehrer
Jen Kehrer
Guest Services & Sales

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Traine frequently asked questions

Traine includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Traine includes:
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Traine for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
Traine offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Traine offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Traine offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Traine offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Traine 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.

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