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10 Great Wedding Venues for Your Ode-to-Nashville Wedding! Part 1

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Every city has their own niche. Ours is filled with contemporary entertainment and cozy, family warmth. Nashville is known for being the capital of music and hospitality but it’s also known for its rich history and tourism. For fellow Nashvillans looking to celebrate not only their love but their home and for out-of-towners who have chosen Music City for their destination wedding, these are some great “Nashville Only” venues.

1) Ryman Auditorium

Contact: David Collier
Telephone: e-mail for rental request
E-mail: [email protected]
Website:Ryman.com
Rate: Ceremony starting at $8,000 – Plus reception starting at $10,000

Image courtesy of The Ryman Auditorium's Facebook

The Ryman Auditorium has a piece of my heart not only for its historic nature but because my sister was married there in 2007. The coolest part of the entire experience was right before the ceremony. All the ladies had the opportunity to get ready backstage in the dressing rooms. As I was adorning my sister’s eyelids with pink chiffon shadow we just couldn’t resist imagining that we were some of the top performers getting ready to go on stage. We just kept saying to each other, “O my goodness, Elvis stood on that stage,” or “Patsy Cline used this dressing room.” Aside from the picturesque stained-glass windows and the wooden pews that bring a down-home, country essence the Ryman brings a “wow” factor to any ceremony or reception.

Ryman.com

2) Country Music Hall of Fame

Telephone: 615-416-2001
E-mail: [email protected]
Website:CountryMusicHallOfFame.org
Rate: request info online for details

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The Country Music Hall of Fame is quintessential Nashville. It’s a top spot for celebrating Nashville’s musical heritage. The Hall has more than one space to offer for a reception or ceremony. My favorite spot would be the Hall of Fame Rotunda, which can hold up to 300 for a reception and where the legacy of our favorite artists is preserved.

3) Shelby Street Bridge

Contact: Marilyn Edwards
Telephone: 615.862.6024
Website: Nashville.gov
Rate: call for details

Even in February, you get perfect days such as the weekend we just had where it's warm so outdoor venues like the Pedestrian Bridge downtown can be used pretty much year-round.  With stunning views from all sides of the Nashville skyline, the river and wide open sky, it's become one of the more popular venues for weddings.

4) Gaylord/Opryland Hotel

Telephone: 615-458-2152
E-mail: [email protected]
Website:GaylordHotels.com or Elegala.com
Rate: call for details

Image courtesy of Gaylord Hotels

Personally, choosing Opryland Hotel for your big day is like receiving a two for one venue spot. Of course they have a ballroom option for ceremony and reception. But you could also pick to be wed in the Delta Pavilion or Delta Landing depending on the size of your ceremony. This is like having everything you’ve ever wanted for an outdoor wedding, with no worries of how hot it is or if it’s going to rain. In total, they offer five choices and they all pack their own “oomph”.

Image courtesy of GaylordHotels.com

5) Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Telephone: 615-744-3322
E-mail: events at fristcenter dot org
Website:FristCenter.org
Rate: call for details

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From the first time I heard the idea of having a wedding at a museum, no matter the type, I was hooked. The Frist is a unique venue serving as home to a variety of exhibitions and spaces for any type of event. What’s even better about the space – it’s right in the heart of Nashville. It’s in walking distance from some of Nashville’s best, including the Country Music Hall of Fame. Rental fees include security, available table and chairs and an event manager.

Image courtesy of Frist Center Facebook Page

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