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Washington Civic Center
Washington Civic Center
Loft
Loft
The Ballroom
The Ballroom
The Gallery
The Gallery
The Ballroom
The Ballroom
The Ballroom
The Ballroom
The Ballroom
The Ballroom
Ballroom
Ballroom
Ballroom
Ballroom
Downtown
Downtown

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Thanks for your interest in the Washington Civic Center! Our inquiries are currently CLOSED.

We will begin taking inquiries again in mid-July 2026 for all 2027 dates. Our 2028 calendar will open in the Fall of 2026. We look forward to chatting with you all again upon our return!

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?

$850

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 the 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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Ty’kedra
Ty’kedra Sent on 08/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue

Our wedding at the Washington Civic Center was absolutely perfect! The staff was so helpful and went above and beyond to make sure every detail was flawless. From the gorgeous setup to the smooth flow of the day, everything exceeded our expectations. Our guests couldn’t stop complimenting the beautiful space and warm atmosphere. Planning was stress-free thanks to their professionalism and communication. If you want a venue that truly cares about making your day special, this is the one
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Meredith
Meredith 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!
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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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Washington Civic Center frequently asked questions

Washington Civic Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by Washington Civic Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Government Building
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
  • Marina
  • Waterfront
Washington Civic Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Washington Civic Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Washington Civic Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Washington Civic Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Washington Civic Center is recommended by 91% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in value, 4.5 in average response time, 4.4 in quality of service, 4.4 in flexibility and 4.4 in professionalism.
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