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We offer a three level floor plan with three separate entrances:

  • Market Street Capacity:  250 for a cocktail party and 120 for a sit down dinner
  • Mezzanine Area Capacity:  350 for a cocktail party and 225 for a sit down dinner
  • Second Floor Capacity:  250 for a cocktail party and 160 for a sit down dinner

Catering

  • We offer optional in house catering
  • Outside caterers are welcome. We will charge a fee of 10% prior to any service fees or taxes.
  • Food Tastings are available upon Request. They are only available on Tuesdays between the hours of 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Price varies depending upon which food items are selected.

Rentals

  • The Venue provides all items necessary for your event
  • Tables:  all tables are square 5' x 5'
  • Chairs:  mahogany chiavari chairs with ivory cushions
  • China, glassware, and flatware (additional charges may apply for special request items)
  • Ivory lap-length linens (upgrade available upon request)
  • Cocktail tables are square 28" x 28"
  • Surround sound available
  • I-Pod connections for background music
  • All audio and visual needs available upon request
  • Track lighting with dimmers
  • Wireless Internet

Bar Service

  • All bar services (Beer, Wine, Alcohol, Sodas, Waters, Coffee, Tea, etc.) are available. We have all ABC Permits and Liquor Licenses.
  • No outside beverages of any kind are permitted in the building. We have the right to confiscate any beverages brought from outside sources. 
  • Bartending staff adhears to laws and rules set by the North Carolina Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) as well as the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE)
  • Bar service can be arranged in different ways. Inquire for more details and pricing:
           A. Open host bar. (Host pays for a 4 hour open bar. Additional time is available.)
           B. Cash bar. (Guests pay for their beverages.)
           C. Host bar per consumption basis. (Host only pays for what is consumed.)
           D. Pre-purchased bar. (Host pre-purchases bottles.)

Weddings

  • Wedding Ceremony site is available. Venue
  • Bridal make up room
  • Bridal dressing room
  • Pre ceremony bridal party launch/salon/private cocktail (ideal for brides that have the ceremony at The Venue)
  • The ceremony site is not rented by the hour.  This is a set fee based on the size of the wedding, time of year, and day of week.
  • Off site ceremony site available (seasonal restrictions apply)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Corporate Clients

  • We are happy to accommodate all of their needs and have many different options for the corporate client. Also, special rates apply for Corporate Clients.

Pricing Information for Corporate Functions

Room Rental Pricing:
Monday-Friday 7 AM-5 PM
Half Day Meeting: Using The Venue Catering $300.00
                         Not using The Venue Catering $400.00
Full Day Meeting: Using The Venue Catering $700.00
                        Not using The Venue Catering $800.00

This price includes room rental, tables, chairs, linen, set up, break down, wireless internet, and water service

Payments

  • We accept the following forms of payment: Cash, Check, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover Card
  • 50% down payment is required upon proposal acceptance.
  • An open credit card is necessary for the use of the Bar Services.
  • The open host bar must be pre-paid.

Notes

  • We have a loading area available
  • Kitchen work area is available for caterers in our 2nd floor kitchen
  • We are a 100% Smoke Free Building
  • Events can be held until 1:30 A.M.
  • THE VENUE promotes responsible drinking. We reserve the right to refuse the service of alcohol or ask the individual to vacate the building.
  • The last call for alcohol will be at 1:00 A.M. All alcoholic beverages will be removed from tables and guests by 1:30 A.M.
  • NO reimbursement of rental expenses due to inclement weather, loss of utilities, acts of God, or act of any government body. However, the entire security deposit will be refunded.
  • NO refunds will be made for scheduled events canceled within six (6) months of said event.
  • PARKING-There are several Parking Lots and Garages within a one block radius of The Venue for your convenience.
  • Parking meters are available in front of The Venue and can be reserved for your event for an additional charge.

 

 

 

Contact Information

The Venue
21 North Market St
Asheville, NC 28801
 
Mobile:  828-779-8546
Office:  828-252-1101
Fax:  828-232-9917
              
Office Hours:
Mon - Fri: 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. by appointment only
Sat: Not Available during events
Sun: Not available during events

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