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Located in the heart of downtown Washington, NC, the Washington Civic Center is a sophisticated waterfront wedding venue. This spacious facility features 14,000 square feet of event space that can be used for all your wedding weekend activities - rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception.

Formerly a train depot, the refurbished Washington Civic Center still plays an important role in the community as one of the city’s premier event locations. Vaulted ceilings and exposed beams combine to make the space feel rustic and elegant. Hardwood floors offer a refined platform for the newlyweds to have a memorable first dance. The dark tones of wood and exposed brick help to create a warm and cozy experience. String lighting can be arranged to emphasize the feeling of rustic romance. White drapery sets the scene for an ethereal celebration.

The Washington Civic Center has plenty of room for over 250 guests. An in-house planning team is on hand to get things up and running. For those who don’t call North Carolina home, the team also services destination weddings. The venue offers a two-day package for weddings which opens up endless opportunities for a personalized celebration. Make sure to ask about our Something Borrowed room that contains greenery, table décor, signage, and plenty of other decorations that our clients can use at no extra charge.

Contact us today to get a quote or schedule a tour!

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Frequently asked questions

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?

$3,550

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

$3,550

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
Clean Up
Parking
Tables

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

5

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Government Building
Historic Building
Loft
Marina
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

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?

Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Reviews of Washington Civic Center

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4.4 out of 5 rating
4.4 out of 5 rating
3 reviews
87% recommend it
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    4.2 out of 5 rating
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    4.3 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.2 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.2 out of 5 rating
Meredith
Meredith R. Sent on 01/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue on a budget

This is the perfect place for anyone that wants a beautiful venue on a budget. You can’t beat the beautiful brick, hardwood floors, high beams, and location near the water. We rented the entire building for our Saturday wedding. We were originally going to do the two day package, but it didn’t fit without our budget and we had plenty of time to set up anyway. ReAnne ensured that we had everything we needed, was very flexible with us, and was very personable. We truly enjoyed working with her! The staff were very responsive and helpful on the day of - they helped with setup and breakdown. There was also funeral going on the same day, and the attendant made sure to block off parking for our wedding guests. The Civic Center is in a great location, away from the hubbub of Greenville. We are so glad we chose this venue and highly recommend that you book them if you have an event need!
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Haley Sent on 06/15/2015
4.6 out of 5 rating
Great Value and so pretty you have the freedom to decorate it how you'd like or leave it as is (its pretty either way)! Also, was a beautiful area around it to take pictures. love it and they have a new employee who was super helpful!
User1944433 Sent on 11/30/2014
3.5 out of 5 rating
The building is beautiful and was the perfect setting for our wedding. We were very happy to have used the Civic Center.
Planning and responsiveness was a little difficult but manageable.

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