VENUES
Start with the Perfect Venue
Planning the perfect event begins with choosing the perfect venue. Rocky Top Catering is the exclusive caterer for a variety of beautiful venues in the area, from rustic to contemporary, with indoor and outdoor ceremony and event spaces. We are also preferred partners with dozens of wedding and special event venues. We’ll work with you to find the event space that fits you!
Exclusive and Preferred Venues
Venues To Fit Your Vision
Southern Charm, Modern Sophistication
1705 EAST
- Up to 300
- Raleigh, NC
Indoor & Outdoor Space
1705 East offers a variety of event space options, including indoor and outdoor ceremony space, a full-service bar and lounge area, bride and group suites, and smaller event and meeting rooms. The Southern exterior façade combined with the indoor contemporary décor provides a backdrop for any type of event, including weddings, corporate events and family celebrations.
Gorgeous Views of Blue
Blue Zone at Kenan Stadium
- Up to 1,200
- Chapel Hill, NC
- Unique with One-of-a-Kind Views
With its stunning views of Kenan Stadium and the surrounding UNC campus, the Blue Zone is a unique venue for weddings, receptions and corporate events. The beautiful Concourse Club and Upper Club offer a variety of set up options, from sit-down events to stand-up receptions. You don’t have to be a UNC alum or lifelong Tar Heel fan to appreciate and experience this one-of-a-kind venue.
Old Meets New with Skyline Views
Cannon Room
- Up to 120
- Downtown Raleigh, NC
Elegant & Historic
Located sky high on the top floor of the Capital Club building, the Cannon Room is a timeless, art deco, ballroom-style event space full of possibilities. This space is truly a blank slate, draped wall to wall with glowing natural light, nestled in the heart of the city. With sweeping panoramic views of downtown Raleigh, versatile furniture, and an immediately-adjacent bar & lounge, this old meets new space is perfect for all kinds of events.
Restoring Southern Charm
Cross + Main
- Up to 225
- Youngsville, NC
Historic & Rustic
Cross+Main is an event and wedding venue located in the heart of downtown Youngsville, just outside of Wake County. Built in the early 1900’s and beautifully renovated and restored, Cross+Main boasts of rich local history and structural beauty with its antique arches, charming exposed brick and southern wooden beams. It is steeped in nostalgic Southern charm and well suited for an upscale and sophisticated affair or a more down-to-earth and relaxed event.
Preserving Raleigh’s History
Heck-Andrews House
- Up to 100 guests
- Downtown Raleigh, NC
- Historic & Fully Renovated
Located across the street from the lieutenant governor’s office and just steps away from the governor’s mansion, the Heck-Andrews House was completed in 1870 and is one of the city’s clearest and well-defined examples of the Second Empire style. The fully renovated historical house includes an impressive two-story foyer, three-story staircase, floor to ceiling windows, two parlors and an expansive front porch.
Stand Out from the Crowd
Museum of Natural Sciences
- Up to 2,300
- Downtown Raleigh, NC
Contemporary & Unique
With eight floors of exhibits, galleries and board rooms, the NC Museum of Natural Sciences in downtown Raleigh, NC offers many unique venue options for wedding ceremonies and receptions, seated functions and corporate events. Your guests will enjoy relaxing among the Museum’s spectacular exhibits, which include a dramatic two-story waterfall, a scenic mountain cove, a 10,000 gallon aquarium, live animal exhibits and an amazing gem collection.
Unforgettable Backdrop Steeped in History
Power House
- up to 150
- Rocky Mount, NC
- Historic & Rustic
The Power House at the Mills offers exceptional event space unlike any other in North Carolina, including a spacious multi-level indoor event space with attached open-air terrace and outdoor courtyards with riverfront views. Our restored cotton mill showcases a bold approach to historic preservation — honoring the past while also breathing new life into the plank floors, stout timbers, and intricate brickwork of this storied place. The space is ideal for weddings, receptions, conferences and meetings.
Picturesque Countryside Estate
Rose Hill
Up to 360
- Nashville, NC
- Indoor & Outdoor Space
Nestled at the end of a private country lane lined with brilliant crepe myrtle trees, Rose Hill is a picturesque countryside estate with an 18th-century Manor House full of Southern hospitality and warmth. This venue offers five distinct event spaces for engagement parties, wedding showers, ceremonies, and receptions. The columned porch can host ceremonies overlooking the wooded hills and pastures, or couples can choose The Swan Gazebo or The Pecan Gove.
Harmonious Blend of Modern and Classic
The Upchurch
- Up to 225 guests
- Cary, NC
- Historic, Elegant & Modern
This historic six-acre estate dates back to 1905 and is home to spacious grounds that include scenic lawns, magnificent magnolias, and a picturesque pond. The Main House and Conservatory overlook the waterfront and gardens and provide an idyllic setting for refined and romantic celebrations. Classic elegance blends with modern elements, and each event space has been reimagined as the perfect backdrop for weddings and special events.
The Platform for a Perfect Event
Union Hall
Up to 700 guests
- Downtown Raleigh, NC
- Indoor & Outdoor Space
Union Hall believes life’s moments should be celebrated, no matter how big or small. The venue is undoubtedly grand and feels like the coolest spot in Downtown Raleigh. Tall ceilings, large windows and views of the city make for a perfect event. This expansive and versatile space also features an incredible rooftop space with amazing views.
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Mary Lindsay WestWe used Rocky Top for our June 2024 wedding and were super impressed! Rocky Top is the partner food vendor for our venue and it is no wonder why. We had an awesome experience with our catering tasting as well as our day-of experience. For passed appetizers we enjoyed the shrimp and grits shooter, chicken and waffles, bruschetta, and pepper steak bruschetta. For entrees we had sundried tomato and ricotta stuffed chicken breast and slow braised beef short ribs. Cheesecake for dessert. All were exceptional! Not only was the food delicious, but the wait staff was very kind, personable, and professional. I am so happy we were able to have Rocky Top as a part of our big day!Peter & Nicole BohlenAs venue owners, we have had the pleasure of working with Rocky Top Catering many times throughout the last few years. Their professionalism and attention to detail is evident at each event. The team is incredibly accommodating, ensuring that every aspect of the event goes smoothly. Rocky Top Catering's staff was punctual, courteous, and worked seamlessly with our team, making the event a resounding success. We highly recommend Rocky Top Catering for any event and look forward to working with them again. Their dedication to quality and service truly sets them apart.The Maxwell EventsAbsolutely phenomenal! Rocky Top provides an incredible experience from booking to service and presentation at the event. Working with them is an absolute pleasure and they always have our clients best interests in mind. Their team will make sure to create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests! Thank you Rocky Top for exceptional service and culinary delights!Jennifer FlanniganHired Rocky Top for our wedding and everything was wonderful! Tasting was so much fun, staff was very helpful via email and the night of. And of course, the food and desserts were AMAZING! Absolutely add the snickerdoodle blondies to your wedding!Laura VitaleWe did two events in two days with two different menus, and everything was EXCELLENT. Guests absolutely raved about the food. Plus, the Rocky Top team helped us select the wonderful, balanced menus. The accommodated all of our guests dietary needs without singling out meals. Then, delivered excellent quality.Michelle ConnerRocky Top was amazing to work with!! They made the whole process super easy. They have a wide variety of delicious food including vegan options. There was even a box of extra entrees and desserts packed up for my husband and I to take with us after the reception. We thought that was such a nice touch! Everything was so perfect and delicious. We really couldn’t have asked for a better catering company!Danielle BallRocky Top catered our December 2023 wedding at The Meadows and overall had a great experience! They fit our budget and were very organized and flexible in making the tasting, planning, and day-of process easy and smooth. We loved their uniquely NC options like barbecue, Cheerwine chicken, mac & cheese, and pimento cheese arancini, which felt true to the food we grew up on and fun to provide for guests from out of town. One guest said it was "the best wedding mac of all time." We thought the food was solid and well executed for feeding 100+ guests with really lovely staff and service. One thing I would recommend for buffet-style dining is requesting to utilize both sides of the buffet if your space allows so that your guests get their food efficiently. Definitely recommend them for weddings and other large events for a reliable caterer with great options, food, and service!
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