Business Details
Luxury Wedding & Event Venue in Cary, NC
Chandelier Wedding and Event Venue Wedding and Event Venue is a modern luxury venue in Cary, NC, specializing in weddings and special events. Founded by hospitality experts Natasha and Chef John Ford, the venue combines timeless elegance with contemporary design, offering customizable spaces for up to 150 seated guests. The team brings decades of combined experience in event planning and culinary arts, having previously operated the award-winning catering company Fluent N Food. The venue features gold chandeliers, soaring ceilings, and a full commercial kitchen for fresh, on-site catering.Amenities include complimentary china, glassware, and lighting, with over 100 free parking spaces. The staff prioritizes personalized service, ensuring seamless execution of events through detailed planning, vendor coordination, and attention to dietary preferences. Client testimonials highlight exceptional food quality, stress-free planning, and the venue's versatility for both intimate and large-scale events.
Services
Wedding Venue
Special Events
On-Site Catering
Customizable Layouts
Full Bar Service
Highlights and features
- We offer in-house catering with globally inspired menus crafted by an award-winning chef.
- Our customizable layouts accommodate events from 50 to 150 guests with seamless flow.
- All china, glassware, and lighting are included at no extra cost.
- Ample free parking available for 100+ vehicles across multiple lots.
- We provide personalized planning support with vendor coordination and timeline creation.
Associations and certifications
- Department of Health & Human Services
What people say
Amazing experience
Outstanding food
Seamless event
All-inclusive amenities
Professional staff
Services
Wedding Venue
Chandelier Wedding and Event Venue Wedding and Event Venue offers a 4,000 sq ft luxury venue with gold chandeliers, pearl marble floors, and customizable layouts. The space accommodates up to 150 seated guests with options for indoor and outdoor ceremonies. Features include complimentary white chiavari chairs, elegant china, and a seamless dance floor. The venue's all-inclusive approach reduces rental costs by eliminating the need for external tableware or lighting rentals.
On-Site Catering
Award-winning chef-led catering with globally inspired menus featuring soul, Southern, Latin, and Caribbean cuisine. All dishes are prepared fresh on-site using locally sourced ingredients. The full commercial kitchen ensures food quality and temperature control. Menus include dietary accommodations for vegan, gluten-free, and other special requirements while maintaining gourmet presentation.
Special Event Hosting
The venue hosts corporate events, quinceaeras, and milestone celebrations with flexible hourly rentals. Services include day-of coordination, vendor management, and custom floorplan design. The team provides timeline creation, budget guidance, and preferred vendor recommendations to ensure event execution aligns with client vision and budgetary constraints.
Full Bar Service
ABC-licensed bar service offering signature cocktails, wine, and beer selections. The team creates custom drink menus with mixologists available for specialty presentations. Packages include a 4-hour minimum open bar with premium liquor options. All barware and glassware are provided at no additional cost.
Customizable Layouts
The venue offers multiple spaces including a main ceremony room, veranda, patio, and Wisteria Terrace. Clients receive personalized floorplans with options for lighting, draping, and seating arrangements. The team provides 22 uplights for ambiance and gold hoop arbors for ceremonies while maintaining strict decor guidelines to preserve the venue's aesthetic integrity.
People
Natasha Ford
Co-Owner
Natasha Ford co-founded Chandelier Wedding and Event Venue Wedding and Event Venue with her husband Chef John Ford. With a background in hospitality management, she specializes in event coordination and client relations. Natasha oversees venue operations and ensures seamless execution of timelines and vendor coordination.
Chef John Ford
Co-Owner & Executive Chef
Award-winning chef John Ford trained at the Art Institutes of Raleigh-Durham and has over 15 years of culinary experience. He previously worked at James Beard-nominated restaurants and brings expertise in Italian, French, and Southern cuisine. Chef Ford creates customized menus using locally sourced ingredients for all events.
Questions
What does the venue cost for weddings?
Weddings for 100 guests or fewer range from $17,000 to $20,000, including catering, lighting, and tableware. Final costs depend on guest count, menu selections, and add-ons.
What amenities are included in the rental?
Included amenities: white chiavari chairs, china/glassware, 22 uplights, gold hoop arbor, complimentary cake cutting, and 100+ free parking spaces.
Is outside catering allowed?
No outside catering permitted. The venue provides all catering through its award-winning in-house team with menus prepared fresh on-site.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, cashier's checks, personal checks, Visa, and MasterCard. A 3% processing fee applies to credit card payments.
What is the maximum guest capacity?
The venue accommodates up to 150 seated guests or 190 for standing cocktail events with custom floorplans available for larger groups.
How do I book the venue?
Secure your date with a $3,000 retainer. Payments are split into three installments with final payment due 30 days before your event.
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Reviews (5)
Yung Nay
Jan 31, 2022
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Hands down the best people I ever met. Started from their space to their food. Highly recommended this venue.
Tracy Yellin
Oct 26, 2021
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Its a beautiful venue and after a long and stressful year of planning we had one of the most magical nights of our lives. Chef John and Natasha have done a lot of great work on the venue and the food is delicious. Would highly recommend holding your wedding here!
Tyronn Hurtt
Oct 19, 2021
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October 15th The day started in chaos not enough time to think not enough time to plan not enough time..... Then I showed up at Chandelier and theory thought the could rush over me was PERFECT..... It wasn't just the venue or how extremely accommodating our host were but the sense of care to make sure OUR Wedding day was as Perfect as it could possibly be. The nerves started to get to me and John the host of this beautiful establishment reached and handed me a beer. You have know idea as the Groom getting ready to marry his bestfriend and waiting to see her my nerves were shot. John on the other
Mary Rogers
Sep 22, 2021
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Amazing venue,Fantastic food. The food is extremely fresh and high-quality. The venue is beautiful wow. Definitely recommend the chandelier for a wedding or events
Jonathan Pierce
Sep 19, 2021
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This venue is beautiful and special, Ive never seen another like it! The different rooms/areas create a flow that enhances the feel and still provides tons of space. They have indoor and outdoor spaces that just keep surprising! Their food is top notch and working with the owner where John and Natasha is such a delight! They care about the regular person and will make sure youre wedding/event is perfect!
