1208 Washington Place
A 1924 First National Bank building in downtown Columbia, on the National Register since 1980, with two ballrooms, a marble-walled library, and the original twin vaults.
Columbia, SCFrom $3,000
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Columbia Wedding Venues
Columbia & Midlands, South Carolina
Compare 8 wedding venues serving Columbia & Midlands — including Columbia, Lexington, Irmo, Chapin, Camden, and the surrounding area. Expect capital-city ballrooms, historic homes, and Lake Murray sunsets. Published starting prices here run from $1,200, with a median around $1,500 among the 5 vendors who share pricing. Every listing is researched and written by our editors, with details verified against the vendor's own site.
Planning from scratch? Read the Columbia wedding guide for costs, seasons, and local rules.
701 Whaley
Restored 1903 Olympia Mill community center in Columbia with a 6,000-square-foot Grand Hall, a glass-floored 1918 pool room, and five rentable event spaces.
Columbia, SCFrom $1,200
Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
Zoo and botanical garden venue in Columbia with after-hours ceremonies, the garden-side Magnolia Room, Ndoki Lodge, and in-house catering for 15 to 500 guests.
Columbia, SCFrom $1,500
Senate's End
Three brick event buildings and two ceremony gardens above the Congaree River in Columbia's Vista, run by Dupre Catering with food, bar, and rentals all in-house.
Columbia, SC
Stone River
Congaree riverfront venue in West Columbia off the Gervais Street bridge, with a stone fireplace, 30-foot built-in bar, covered pavilion, and 150 seated.
West Columbia, SCFrom $1,250
The M Garden
Independently owned event venue on Bush River Road in northwest Columbia, renting the room alongside in-house catering, planning help, and entertainment booking.
Columbia, SC
The Millstone at Adams Pond
Historic gristmill estate on 30 wooded acres east of Columbia, where a 1925 pond-side house and tented back patio host up to 250 with Southern Way Catering.
Columbia, SCFrom $1,800
Wavering Place
A columned historic homestead outside Columbia in Eastover, with a covered pavilion, a formal garden of native plantings, and open lawns sized for large tented receptions.
Eastover, SC
Good to Know
Wedding Venues in Columbia: FAQs
- How much does a wedding venue cost in South Carolina?
- Most South Carolina couples spend between $3,000 and $10,000 on venue rental. Charleston and Hilton Head sit at the top of the range — historic estates and resort venues there commonly run $6,000 to $15,000 or more for a peak Saturday — while barns and gardens in the Upstate and Midlands often rent for $2,500 to $6,000. Always confirm what's included: some quotes cover tables, chairs, and setup, while others are venue-only.
- How far in advance should we book a venue in South Carolina?
- Book 12 to 18 months ahead for popular Charleston, Hilton Head, and mountain-view Upstate venues, especially for spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) Saturdays. Less competitive dates — Fridays, Sundays, and summer or winter weekends — can often be booked 6 to 9 months out.
- How do we find the right wedding venue in Columbia?
- Start with the listings on this page — each one covers Columbia and nearby communities like Lexington, Irmo, Chapin. Shortlist two or three whose work and pricing fit, then contact them with your date and venue. For planning context first, our guides cover costs, timelines, and questions to ask before you book.