Your wedding day. Without a doubt, it's one of the most significant events you will ever experience - when you and the love of your life officially seal the deal and get married. On this day, your friends and family will gather to celebrate the next step in your life. Photographers will be running around snapping photos, catering plates delicious food for guests to enjoy, and the DJ sets the mood for a night of fun and libation. You've worked extra hard to make everything look perfect and run smoothly. You have examined every moving part down to the tiniest detail. At the center of all your effort is your wedding venue near North Charleston, SC.
Your event space can mean the difference between an unforgettable event and an average occasion. Capturing your uniqueness as a couple is paramount to a memorable wedding. But, without the right venue location and staff, your unforgettable event can turn into a painfully average occasion. Fortunately, at Abney Hall, you won't ever have to worry about dingy reception spaces and crummy chow halls.
Constructed in Greenwood SC, in 1962, Abney Hall is 15,000 square feet and sits on 500 acres of land, making it a large wedding venue unlike any other. Abney Hall was originally the home of Mrs. Josephine Abney, a Greenwood native who was a lifelong philanthropist. Mrs. Abney devoted much of her time and effort towards supporting charities, educational institutions, hospitals, and other noble efforts. Today, Abney Hall stands tall as a symbol of love, both in our community and for the couples who choose to get married here.
Abney Hall is an exclusive event experience unlike any other, surrounded by verdant forests and sparkling ponds. Our venue is a natural fit for several occasions, including:
The beginning of your life starts at Abney Hall. With our team by your side, we can create the fairy tale wedding you have dreamed about since childhood. Whether you have 100 guests or 1,000, our waterfront ceremony locations and French-inspired courtyard are perfect for your big day. Celebrate in luxurious style surrounded by shady magnolia trees, a private forest, large ponds, and the beauty of Mother Nature. While our venue location and aesthetic have been praised far and wide, so too have the practical aspects of Abney Hall. Looking for a relaxing, comfortable spot for your bridal party to get ready in? We offer an entire floor in the Abney Hall residence to get the bridal party ready. Want to make your groomsman feel extra-special too? We've got a private, plush house just feet from a sparkling pond that is a proper hangout spot for the guys in your group.
To make life easier on you, we also offer Abney Hall as your go-to spot for rehearsal dinners. Why book an expensive restaurant or travel to another location when unmatched beauty and convenience are right at your fingertips? Abney Hall is just the place for that very important dinner the night before your big day. We are also happy to host your bridal shower at Abney Hall. Our venue makes for one of North Charleston's most unique bridal shower settings, where your family and friends can gather to give gifts and be merry before you walk down the aisle.
With such a large, magnificent house and a vast property, Abney Hall also makes for an unforgettable location for your bridal portraits and other wedding-related photography needs. Don't take our word for it - book a tour and see for yourself why so many new brides and grooms choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue near North Charleston.
You've already found the person you want to spend the rest of your life beside. The next step? Finding the perfect wedding venue for your ceremony, reception, and celebration of your lifelong commitment to one another. Remember, the backdrop for photos, dancing, eating, and all other activities will be at your wedding venue. That's why we work so hard to set Abney Hall apart from our competitors - so you and your guests can focus on love and living your new life while we work with your vendors and photographers to make your magic night a reality.
Here are just a few reasons why guests choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue near North Charleston, SC, along with some helpful tips from our experienced wedding venue staff:
Choosing the appropriate-sized venue for your desired guest count is a critical decision. A venue's capacity affects the number of people you need to consider having at your ceremony and reception. As you're first starting out, we recommend having a guest count in mind as you're searching for the right venue. Try to stick with that number. You may fall in love with a particular venue, but if its max capacity can't accommodate your guest count, it may be time to cross them off your list.
Keep in mind that this is your big day. You shouldn't feel obligated to invite the college roommate you shared a dorm with for one semester. At the end of the day, your wedding venue should be one that can accommodate those closest to you. Abney Hall is equipped for both small and large weddings, consisting of 500 acres of forest, ponds, and lush natural beauty. Whether you want an intimate wedding with only your best friends or a grand ceremony with hundreds of people, we have the right amount of room to make you comfortable.
On your big day, you're likely to have friends and family traveling in from other parts of the state or country. These folks will need a place to stay during and even after your wedding. Accessibility and ease are important factors when it comes to choosing your wedding venue for both you and your guests.
Located near North Charleston, SC, Abney Hall is situated in a memorable, natural setting, giving your wedding a private vibe in the midst of Mother Nature. While we pride ourselves on having a secluded wedding event space, our venue is within an easy driving distance of hotels and vacation rentals.
When you contact us for a tour, make sure to speak with our experienced venue manager about nearby hotels and shuttle service options. We understand that your guest's comfort and convenience are important, and we're happy to work with you to figure out the best way to get your guests to Abney Hall.
At Abney Hall, our staff has earned its reputation as one of the industry's most friendly, accessible teams. We will provide you with a purpose-minded point of contact that can help answer questions relating to timelines, preferred vendors, and every aspect of your wedding. When you tour our wedding venue near North Charleston, SC, for the first time, we want you to feel like you have all the information you need to make an informed purchasing decision.
At Abney Hall, our goal is to be your first resource when it comes to setting up and coordinating the details of your wedding day.
When it comes to your wedding's decor, you probably already have a few ideas in mind. We love it when our brides and grooms have a vision in mind because one of our greatest joys is turning that vision into a reality. At Abney Hall, our team is available to help you and your decorator fit, accent, and accommodate your fairy-tale wedding - whatever that may be.
Are you looking to dress up your wedding with decorations galore? Just want to add a few accents that tie into your preferred color palette? Abney Hall is versatile and ready to help however we are able.
If you're thinking about bringing in your own greenery, lighting, floral pieces, and more, we recommend discussing your vision with us on your initial tour of our event space. That way, we can get a head start on making your big day exactly how you envision it.
10 years from now, when you and your spouse are celebrating your anniversary, you will pull out photographs from your wedding and will reminisce about the unforgettable time you spent at Abney Hall. Your wedding photos will be with you forever, and as such, we work closely with you and your photographer to suggest extra-special photo op spots that you can only find on Abney Hall grounds.
From the grand staircase and French-inspired courtyard to our manicured gardens and lovely pond, there is no shortage of photo-op locations for your photographer to choose from. As one of the most popular wedding venues near North Charleston, SC, we have worked with dozens of photographers over the years.
Our experience has allowed us to cultivate a list of preferred photographers - all of whom have the talent to take your pictures to the next level in a setting they're familiar with. We encourage you to check out our gallery to get a sense of the scope of our wedding venue and gain inspiration from other happy couples.
The gallery on our website is extensive but be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages as well. We keep our social pages updated with recent wedding photographs, giving you an incredible resource that you can use for your own photography purposes.
Abney Hall is known across the United States for our stunning weddings, but we also play host to some of the largest corporate events in South Carolina. Why choose a bland, lifeless meeting space when you can enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature coupled with a professional atmosphere? If you have an important team-building event or corporate conference that you have to coordinate, look no further than Abney Hall.
The epitome of class and style, our corporate event space is large, lavish, and chock-full of onsite amenities for you and your co-workers to enjoy. If your team needs a morale boost, don't bring them to the local Olive Garden for a cheap lunch. Treat them to a refreshing experience in our main dining room, where we can work with you to incorporate your catering options with the goals of your event.
When the hard work is done, and your team needs a breather, what better way to relax than with a quick dip in our pool? To burn off a little steam, head over to our brand-new tennis court - the perfect place to get some exercise in an ultra-private setting while you enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Don't forget to bring your fishing poles for a couple of hours of fishing. There's even an opportunity to go hunting if you wish.
If you're ready to learn more about Abney Hall as your wedding venue, don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear more about your plans, your vision, and your needs. We know that planning a wedding isn't easy. It takes time, attention to detail, and a whole lot of patience. Our goal is to help provide you with all the info you need to learn more about our venue. Once you decide on a date, we'll work closely with you and your vendors to craft a wedding experience that you will treasure for the rest of your life.
Our available dates for your big day are going quick, especially during peak seasons like spring and fall. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Contact us today for a FREE initial consultationNorth Charleston's Performing Arts Center has a stacked lineup for its upcoming Best of Broadway season, which brings popular touring productions to the Lowcountry.The 2025-26 season features some famed favorites, including "The Sound of Music," "Beauty and the Beast," "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" and "The Wiz." "MJ the Musical" goes beyond the moves and sounds of Michael Jackson, while "& Juliet" asks what would have happened if Juliet didn't end it all over Romeo (...
North Charleston's Performing Arts Center has a stacked lineup for its upcoming Best of Broadway season, which brings popular touring productions to the Lowcountry.
The 2025-26 season features some famed favorites, including "The Sound of Music," "Beauty and the Beast," "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" and "The Wiz." "MJ the Musical" goes beyond the moves and sounds of Michael Jackson, while "& Juliet" asks what would have happened if Juliet didn't end it all over Romeo (written by David West Read of "Schitt's Creek").
A special bonus show, "Chicago," has been added, as well. And looking ahead, the Performing Arts Center has announced "Hamilton" will be returning the season after this one.
The 2025-2026 schedule is as follows:
“The Best of Broadway season is a cornerstone of North Charleston’s vibrant arts scene, and we’re thrilled to welcome another outstanding lineup to our Performing Arts Center,” said Mayor Reggie Burgess of the city of North Charleston.
“For more than two decades, these productions have brought the magic of Broadway to our community, right here at home. The 2025–2026 season continues that tradition with unforgettable performances that will inspire, entertain and bring us together through the power of live theater.”
Season ticket renewals are on sale now, while new season tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on May 12. Packages start at $360, and reservations can be made for $50 down.
There will be a new addition of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evening performances for all shows, in addition to weekends, for season ticket offerings. Previously, season tickets were only available for Friday through Sunday performances. Other perks include the same seating for all performances, free parking and priority access to other events at the venue.
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The North Charleston week and a half Arts Fest featured performances and exhibitions by painters, storytellers, dancers, educators, musicians, weavers, sculptors and more.The event from April 30 to May 4 spanned a variety of locations and showcased a range of talents. From puppet shows and improv, to live painting and gospel performances the Arts Fest featured the best of what local talent has to offer.Events took place at libraries, community centers, businesses, parks and the coliseum. Artists,...
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The North Charleston week and a half Arts Fest featured performances and exhibitions by painters, storytellers, dancers, educators, musicians, weavers, sculptors and more.
The event from April 30 to May 4 spanned a variety of locations and showcased a range of talents. From puppet shows and improv, to live painting and gospel performances the Arts Fest featured the best of what local talent has to offer.
Events took place at libraries, community centers, businesses, parks and the coliseum. Artists, performers and vendors were selected through an open application process.
The closing event also wrapped up the visual art competitions & exhibitions, including Judged Fine Art and Photography, SC Palmetto Hands Fine Craft, and Tri-County Youth Art and High School Sculpture.
Performers from Academic Magnet and Charleston County School of the Arts performed musical numbers from the 2000s while patrons browsed art submissions from local schools, as well as art for sale from local artists.
John Cusatis is a teacher at the School of the Arts and says it’s an event students look forward to every year.
“The kids feel like they belong to something because they do, and their talent is incredible, and they may not get to express it, because most of them are performing outside of their School of the Arts major, you know. They may be a theater major, playing bass or creative writers singing,” Cusatis says.
One of those students is Rachel Wheelon.
“I’m a creative writing major, so I don’t ever perform and I’ve been singing for a bit, but I don’t sing in front of people so it’s my first time doing that. But it’s been really great because I get to meet new people and share my love of music with everyone else,” Wheelon says.
Others like Madison Deaton are following a music path, but also going out of their comfort zone to participate in the event.
“I’ve never played with a live band before….but at the School of the Arts, we have majors and I’m a vocal major so I sing a lot and it’s what I want to do in college and this really solidified my want to do a career in music,” Deaton says.
Cameron Barnett also performed at last year’s event and says it’s a good way to meet with other students they don’t always work with, create new bonds, and explore new collaborations. The musicians also took the chance to walk through the rows of local art.
“It was a good experience last year and a lot of great artwork and a good chance to play music with all these incredible musicians.”
Quincey Christian and Mariana Becerra performed songs on stage, and said they also enjoyed the large scale displays of the event, especially the local youth artwork.
“Kind of a lot of the artwork is actually from like, my old schools and stuff. So it’s cool to see, like, people that I know make awesome work,” Christian says.
“” It’s pretty epic to see how many kids across our county can do art like this,” Becerra says.
The North Charleston Arts Fest is an annual event that organizers say they look forward to continuing in years to come, showcasing local talent of all ages in a variety of skills.
North Charleston’s Cultural Arts department consists of nine staff members and a total budget of $1.4 million, according to the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. That budget allocates $5,000 for statewide advertising of the North Charleston Arts Fest. The department also runs youth programs and a cultural center with events year-round.
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NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A music festival is set to kick off Saturday at Riverfront Park in North Charleston, with thousands expected to attend the two-day event.Organizers for the High Water Festival have made several changes and updates to address issues from last year, particularly those with park...
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A music festival is set to kick off Saturday at Riverfront Park in North Charleston, with thousands expected to attend the two-day event.
Organizers for the High Water Festival have made several changes and updates to address issues from last year, particularly those with parking, rideshares and overall logistics.
One of the biggest challenges during last year’s festival was transportation. Long delays in parking lots and rideshare pickup areas left many attendees stranded, some of whom walked miles to find transportation. This year, organizers have taken steps to alleviate these issues.
In addition to the main entrance near Momo, festivalgoers can now access the event via the Noisette Pedestrian Bridge, which is expected to ease congestion at the entrances and improve traffic flow.
There will not be provided shuttle service. Parking is free in the lots near the festival grounds but will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Another new feature this year is a system designed to help reunite attendees with lost phones. Organizers have created a special phone wallpaper with a QR code. Anyone who finds a lost phone can scan the code on that wallpaper to retrieve contact information and return it to its rightful owner.
Festivalgoers should also be aware of some important guidelines. Only small purses, fanny packs or clear bags are allowed. The event will also be entirely cashless. Lockers will be available for rent on-site for those who need to store items.
Tickets are still available for the festival, which will feature more than 20 musical performances.
The gates will open at 1 p.m. and close at 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
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0NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The North Charleston High School performed a full three-act play for the first time in 20 years Saturday."We know this is something we can do," said T'mani Woodward, the North Charleston High School theatre teacher. "I've been in theatre my whole life, and I wanted to share that experience with these students.""When people think of North Charleston High, they think of athletics, they don't think of theatre of the arts." said Leo Brown, an actor...
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NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The North Charleston High School performed a full three-act play for the first time in 20 years Saturday.
"We know this is something we can do," said T'mani Woodward, the North Charleston High School theatre teacher. "I've been in theatre my whole life, and I wanted to share that experience with these students."
"When people think of North Charleston High, they think of athletics, they don't think of theatre of the arts." said Leo Brown, an actor in the play. "They used to use this auditorium as a place to dump students and for storage and stuff, and we've developed it into something that's proud to look at."
To produce a show of this magnitude for a school which had not seen theatre for decades was no small task, and for faculty and students, everything had to start from the ground up.
"Dressings rooms were doubling as storage space for desks and chairs, so I had to advocate for myself and my students," said Woodward. "We have had faculty working here for 15 years and they didn't know that there was even a stage back here."
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The students who performed in the play stepped onto the stage knowing it had not been done for generations at the high school.
"My first time doing this was my first time acting ever," said actor Samantha Williams. "But getting on stage and seeing all the work you put in pay off, it's really good. It's a really good feeling."
The performers remarked that the student body enjoyed the performances, although it is a new experience for many.
"We had to teach all the students proper theatre etiquette," said Woodward, "But they loved the performances and they were shocked by a lot of what happened on stage."
"They all complimented us." said Williams, "They said this play was actually cool and they didn't expect the play to be this cool. They all thought plays would be just boring."
North Charleston High School does not have anymore plays planned as of now. There could be some surprises next year, Woodward commented, as she plans on taking the performances up a notch.
One of the best things about warmer weather is that it brings some of the best opportunities to enjoy outdoor concerts. Luckily for us, we have several great options for open-air venues. Whether it’s a large festival featuring national acts or a more intimate event with local vibes, you can experience live music at these venues throughout the Lowcountry.Note: This is not a comprehensive list, but if we’ve missed one of your favorites,...
One of the best things about warmer weather is that it brings some of the best opportunities to enjoy outdoor concerts. Luckily for us, we have several great options for open-air venues. Whether it’s a large festival featuring national acts or a more intimate event with local vibes, you can experience live music at these venues throughout the Lowcountry.
Note: This is not a comprehensive list, but if we’ve missed one of your favorites, let us know.
The Charleston Pour House | James Island | The Deck stage offers a lively atmosphere with a diverse lineup of acts.
Riverfront Park Performance Pavilion | North Charleston | Situated on the banks of the Cooper River, this pavilion has become a popular destination, especially for festivals.
The Windjammer | Isle of Palms | This long-standing, beachside venue is perfect for enjoying live music, beach views, and delicious food.
The Refinery Charleston | Charleston | This mixed-use development welcomes a variety of national, regional, and local performers to the Lowcountry.
Credit One Stadium | Daniel Island | With its large capacity, this stadium brings entertainers from across the country to perform in the Lowcountry.
Firefly Distillery | North Charleston | his distillery hosts both small and large-scale events, offering marsh views, local food trucks, and refreshing Firefly cocktails.
Hanahan Pavilion | Hanahan | A community venue with a roof-covered stage that offers excellent acoustics
Joseph S. Daning Amphitheater | Goose Creek | With amenities including a stage-front dance floor, the Amphitheater provides a great space for the community to gather and enjoy a variety of public performances.