Our grand ballroom can comfortably accommodate up to 650 seated guests with a dance floor and band.
One of the best attributes of the Gaillard Center is it’s the perfect place to host both your ceremony and reception for up to 400 guests.
Yes, we specialize in ceremonies for all religions and cultures and are happy to assist you with your needs.
Yes, we have a lovely terrace lawn available for rental. The space may tented to allow for weather.
The ballroom is decorated in white, wedgwood blue, silver and cream.
Yes, we allow decor. Nothing is allowed to be hung on the walls. Candles must be in a covered/closed vessel. There are sound limitations on the terrace.
Yes, you can select your own florist. They will need to coordinate delivery with your event management team.
We include: (115) 60″ round tables, (225) 6′ conference tables, (52) 6′ tables, (15) 4′ tables and (20) cocktail height tables with a cherry wood top, (918) padded chairs, (60) bar-stools. Inventory availability is subject additional events in the building. No furniture is allowed outside.
Please contact the sales office and we can assist you in creating a custom package.
Yes! Our on-site, exclusive food and beverage team will work with you to plan the perfect menu for your wedding reception.
No, we provide complete beverage service for all events. Please contact our catering sales manager for package options.
A wedding cake may be provided by a licensed bakery, although cutting fees may apply.
All events end at midnight.
The event space rental is 8AM-Midnight.
Yes, there are options based on which space you rent.
Yes, we are able to provide customized drawings for your event.
Yes, you will be required to have a certificate of insurance. If you need assistance with purchasing insurance, please let us know. You may purchase event insurance through the Gaillard Center.
Yes, we require a qualified Event Coordinator be present during the event. For weddings we require the client hire a qualified, licensed wedding planner. The planner may not be someone who is attending the wedding as a guest or part of the wedding party. We are happy to provide a list of approved wedding planners/coordinators for you.
We will do our best to accommodate rehearsal times. We will confirm a rehearsal time as we get closer to your date. Your event manager will assist you with these arrangements.
You will be assigned an event manager who oversees event space set up. If you would like to have a wedding planner or day of coordinator to oversee event details, please ask us for local recommendations.
Yes, for weddings in our Grand Ballroom we provide a complimentary salon for use during your event (based on availability).
We have an onsite parking at the city’s Gaillard Center garage with 600 parking spaces. We are able to offer all events discounted parking fees.
There are a number of hotels within walking distance of the Gaillard Center. The Around Charleston link at the bottom of the page provides information on local hotels, restaurants and area attractions.