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The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte redefines romance with a personalized wedding experience. Couples meet with the hotel’s wedding professionals to customize details from the venue to the cake. Our expert planners celebrate diversity, while numerous features encourage personalization. Couples can plan a customized menu according to preferences, theme or culinary traditions, while décor and state-of-the-art technology create celebrations that reflect the essence of the bride and groom.
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Weddings and Occasions
The Ritz-Carlton is dedicated to creating a unique wedding experience from intimate to extravagant.
The Great Room
Smaller celebrations find the attention they deserve in The Great Room, which can host both your ceremony and reception. Floor to-ceiling windows overlooking College Street allow for natural light and city views. At 2,018 square feet, this intimate venue can accommodate 110 guests for dinner and is joined to The Den, which can be separated into two smaller rooms of about 1,000 square feet each.
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The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
At 6,844 square feet, this ballroom can accommodate up to 450 people for dinner. Its modern décor with hints of tradition, 18-foot ceilings and breathtaking chandeliers are a perfect complement for the celebration of your dreams. An adjoining 2,075-square-foot Pre-Function area is available for receptions.
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Urban Garden
Adjoining the hotel, the Urban Garden offers a stunning, multi-venue glass-roofed setting for weddings and receptions. It offers 10,000 square feet in three settings: The Lower Urban Garden (11,678 square feet), The Upper Urban Garden (5,854 square feet) and The Overlook (3,173 square feet). Receptions hosting 300 guests for dinner and dancing can be accommodated in this dramatic space, which has been... See More designed and built to achieve LEED® Gold environmental certification. See Less
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Wedding Advisor
Let our expert Wedding Specialist guide you through every detail in planning your event to make all your wedding dreams come true. Please contact The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte via email to arrange for a wedding consultation or request information.
What is the role of The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Weddings Team?
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte weddings team consists of highly regarded expert wedding sales consultants and wedding service managers. As you begin your planning, your wedding sales consultant will:
- Tour the hotel and wedding locations to assist in selecting the most appropriate venue to meet your needs and fulfill your vision.
- Check availability for preferred wedding dates.
- Design an estimated proposal of costs inclusive of food, beverage, and ceremony rental fee (if applicable).
- Establish preferred hotel room rates and your guest room block.
- Create a wedding agreement to secure your date and location(s).
Once your wedding agreement is signed and returned with your initial deposit, you will continue planning with your wedding services manager who will:
- Recommend wedding vendors in such areas as wedding coordination, floral design, photography, videography, ceremony officiant, entertainment, invitations, and bridal attire.
- Act as a liaison between your wedding vendors and the hotel.
- Design your floor plan inclusive of such items as tables, dance floor, bars, and wedding cake table.
- Partner with our culinary team to customize your personal wedding menu.
- Monitor your guest room block and status of reservations.
- Create an estimate of charges outlining your financial commitment and deposit schedule.
- Detail your Banquet Event Order and Wedding Resume outlining your event specifics to communicate all aspects of your wedding to the hotel.
- Oversee ceremony and reception set-up, food preparation, and other hotel operations.
- Review accuracy of banquet check, prior to the completion of your final bill.
What additional wedding items does The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte provide?
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte provides banquet and cocktail tables, chairs, china, and glassware. In addition, we offer complimentary linen, charger plates, dance floor, and staging. Our wedding experts can also assist in renting upgraded items such as specialty chairs, upgraded linens, and specialty china.
Photography and Music
May we take our wedding photographs at the hotel if we are not hosting our reception there?
We do not permit photographs to be taken in any public area of the hotel that might interfere with another guest’s experience, such as the hotel lobby, staircases, lounges or restaurants.
What kind of music is available?
Your wedding specialist can assist you in the selection of live musicians/band or the services of a Disc Jockey.
License Expires
How long does a marriage license remain valid once it's been issued?
Your license will expire 60 days from the date it is issued.
Mecklenburg County
Registrar Of Deeds
720 East Fourth St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 336-2443
Culinary
Our menu is important to us. How will your culinary team meet our needs?
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte boasts a highly regarded culinary team consisting of a variety of cuisine talents and abilities. Each weddings is custom designed by our Wedding Professionals and Chefs, specifically our menus. We welcome you to share your vision of food and beverage with our staff so we may best fit your needs.
May we bring in an outside caterer?
Our exceptional culinary team caters all events at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte. Specialty cuisines are available and we encourage you to speak with our Wedding Professionals about your specific needs.
Are there minimum food and beverage requirements for my wedding?
Each of our ballrooms requires a food and beverage minimum expenditure exclusive of tax and service charge. Your Wedding Sales Consultant will discuss with you the best venue for your guest count and the respective minimum expenditure. Minimum expenditures may be subject to change for Thursday, Friday and Sunday weddings. A ceremony rental fee is applicable to ceremonies taking place at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte.
General Information
What is required by the state of North Carolina for a legal wedding ceremony?
In most circumstances you may apply for a marriage license at any NC county clerk office where you plan to be married. These offices are usually located in the county probate court or circuit court. This document outlines the procedures you must follow to obtain your license.
Vendors
May I use outside vendors?
You may use outside vendors for your music, photography, flowers, etc.
Are there any guidelines or requirements for using outside vendors?
The hotel requires a certificate of insurance as well as a signed vendor agreement that is provided from the hotel.
Do you have a list of preferred vendors?
Your Ritz-Carlton wedding professional can offer suggested vendors.
What do I need to know before contacting the hotel?
You should know the estimated number of guests, a date, and an approximate budget for your event. If possible, choose a few alternative dates in case your first choice is not available.
How far in advance should I reserve the date?
Although Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte anticipates filling the most popular dates as far as two years in advance, other dates are typically available with less notice. Contact the hotel for more information about available dates.
When do I need to tell The Ritz-Carlton exactly how many guests will be attending my wedding?
The hotel requires the final guarantee of attendants to be communicated to the catering office no later than noon at least three (7) business days prior to the date of your scheduled event. If the guaranteed number is not provided, the billing will be for the greater of the following: (1) The number of persons for which the party was originally booked or (2) The number of persons in attendance. The hotel will prepare and set for five percent above the guarantee, if requested.
Do the bride and groom get a complimentary room for the wedding night?
The hotel provides a complimentary Luxury Suite for the bride and groom on the night of their wedding. The complimentary Luxury Suite is offered with a minimum of 100 guests in attendance at the reception.
Are there special room rates for wedding guests?
For family and friends of the wedding party, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte will be happy to quote preferential rates, based upon availability.
What local laws affect events at The Ritz-Carlton?
- No alcoholic beverages may be served after 2 a.m., and they cannot be served before noon on Sundays.
- All alcohol must be dispensed by a Ritz-Carlton-designated employee.
- It is unlawful for any person to sell, give, serve or permit to be served alcoholic beverages to a person under 21 years of age or to permit a person under 21 years of age to consume such beverages on the licensed premises.
Social Celebrations
Let us captivate your guests with the most exquisite event venues in Charlotte. From five-course dinners in an intimate setting to elaborate galas in our Charlotte ballroom, or a spectacular celebration in The Urban Garden adjoining the luxury hotel, The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte creates events that never cease to impress from beginning to end. We specialize in creating inspiring, imaginative events that... See More your guests will remember for a lifetime. To select a spectacular special occasion cake or stunning event décor, be sure to request a visit to our exclusive Design Studio, offering the next generations elegant venue. See Less
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Holiday Parties
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is located in the heart of Uptown featuring event venues with expansive views of the city … an ideal backdrop for any festive occasion within the luxury Charlotte hotel or the strikingly contemporary Urban Garden, where The Ritz-Carlton catering services are also available. Adjacent to the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and next door to The Spectrum Center, options for pre- or post-holiday and entertainment are just steps away.
Themed Events
Event venues at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte have the capability for hosting up to 600 guests. Our event planning professionals will work with you to create a unique and memorable occasion in one of the Charlotte hotel’s nine event venues or in the atrium-style Urban Garden, which is linked to the hotel by a walkway and offers the complete Ritz-Carlton event experience.
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
The luxury Charlotte hotel has the unique distinction of featuring a spacious ballroom that is connected by a walkway to the Bank of America Tower, Founders Hall and the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Our Charlotte hotel’s innovative chefs and event planning specialists will arrange the menus to coincide with the chosen theme, either within the luxury hotel or at the adjoining Urban Garden event venue.
Birthdays and Anniversaries
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte will custom-create your important celebrations. The imaginative and talented chefs at the luxury hotel can develop a menu to accommodate the needs of your special occasion or gathering.
An Innovative, Inspired Meeting Experience in Charlotte, NC
True to Charlotte's dynamic Uptown neighborhood, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte pairs hotel meeting space with uniquely-crafted experiences to awaken the mind, stir creativity and intensify focus. The NC hotel specializes in blending exceptional amenities with an impeccable attention to detail, from exclusive board meetings to corporate celebrations and immersive team-building events. With 12,000 square... See More feet of function space, there are countless options to cultivate an innovative meeting or event. See Less
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A unique Design Studio to envision wedding day details
Ballroom with capacity for 600 guests and a pre-function space
Urban Garden, a multi-venue space for unconventional meetings and events
The Den and two Great Rooms with natural light and College Street views
Intimate, 15-person Study for high-profile or board meetings
Cutting-edge event technology for lighting, sound and video
Team-building experiences to benefit the local community
Green meetings aligned with the hotel’s LEED® Gold certification
Meeting Services
With a focus on technology leadership and seamless, efficient service, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte meeting experience exceeds that of any luxury hotel in the city. From an extensive selection of highly-advanced event equipment to unrivalled Internet bandwidth and access, the hotel’s Meeting Services are designed to foster productivity, and to help guests move their businesses forward.
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Planner access to The Design Studio, a separate, multi-room, “virtual event” wing of the hotel created to help clients pre-conceptualize their events.
Efficient, contemporary meeting space located close to key hotel access points and service areas.
Dedicated access to the acclaimed Urban Garden atrium, situated directly adjacent to the hotel.
Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.ft) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
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Ballroom | 105x67x22 | 7035 | 550 | 250 | 100 | 93 | 550 | 400 |
Salon I | 35x67x22 | 2345 | 200 | 80 | 64 | 60 | 150 | 150 |
Salon II | 35x67x22 | 2345 | 200 | 80 | 64 | 60 | 150 | 150 |
Salon III | 35x67x22 | 2345 | 200 | 80 | 64 | 60 | 150 | 150 |
Ballroom Pre-function | 83x25x14 | 2075 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 150 | 0 |
The Great Room | 70x30x12 | 2100 | 150 | 66 | 36 | 46 | 100 | 110 |
Great Room I | 31x31x12 | 961 | 60 | 30 | 12 | 16 | 50 | 50 |
Great Room II | 39x29x12 | 1131 | 65 | 36 | 16 | 20 | 60 | 60 |
The Den | 46x24x11 | 1104 | 70 | 36 | 16 | 25 | 60 | 50 |
The Studio | 29x21x10 | 609 | 50 | 20 | 15 | 12 | 40 | 40 |
The Study | 16x29x11 | 464 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The Punch Room | 70x20x9 | 1400 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70 | 0 |
The Great Room & Den | 116x30x12 | 3480 | 220 | 102 | 52 | 66 | 160 | 160 |
Salon I & II | 70x67x22 | 4690 | 400 | 160 | 128 | 120 | 300 | 300 |
Salon II & III | 70x67x22 | 4690 | 400 | 160 | 128 | 120 | 300 | 300 |
Prefunction I | 27x25x14 | 675 | - | - | - | - | 50 | - |
Prefunction II | 27x25x14 | 675 | - | - | - | - | 50 | - |
Prefunction III | 27x25x14 | 675 | - | - | - | - | 50 | - |
Prefunction I & II | 54x25x14 | 1350 | - | - | - | - | 100 | - |
Prefunction II & III | 54x25x14 | 1350 | - | - | - | - | 100 | - |
The Study Foyer | 12x18x11 | 216 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Great Room II & Den | 85x29x12 | 2465 | 135 | 72 | 32 | 40 | 120 | 110 |
Great Room I Foyer | 31x8x12 | 248 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Great Room II Foyer | 39x8x12 | 312 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
The Den Foyer | 46x8x12 | 368 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
The Studio Foyer | 29x8x12 | 232 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
The Urban Garden | 52x84x100 | 5284 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.mt) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
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Ballroom | 32x20.4x6.7 | 653.6 | 550 | 250 | 100 | 93 | 550 | 400 |
Salon I | 10.7x20.4x6.7 | 217.9 | 200 | 80 | 64 | 60 | 150 | 150 |
Salon II | 10.7x20.4x6.7 | 217.9 | 200 | 80 | 64 | 60 | 150 | 150 |
Salon III | 10.7x20.4x6.7 | 217.9 | 200 | 80 | 64 | 60 | 150 | 150 |
Ballroom Pre-function | 25.3x7.6x4.3 | 192.8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 150 | 0 |
The Great Room | 21.3x9.1x3.7 | 195.1 | 150 | 66 | 36 | 46 | 100 | 110 |
Great Room I | 9.4x9.4x3.7 | 89.3 | 60 | 30 | 12 | 16 | 50 | 50 |
Great Room II | 11.9x8.8x3.7 | 105.1 | 65 | 36 | 16 | 20 | 60 | 60 |
The Den | 14x7.3x3.4 | 102.6 | 70 | 36 | 16 | 25 | 60 | 50 |
The Studio | 8.8x6.4x3 | 56.6 | 50 | 20 | 15 | 12 | 40 | 40 |
The Study | 4.9x8.8x3.4 | 43.1 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The Punch Room | 21.3x6.1x2.7 | 130.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70 | 0 |
The Great Room & Den | 35.4x9.1x3.7 | 323.3 | 220 | 102 | 52 | 66 | 160 | 160 |
Salon I & II | 21.3x20.4x6.7 | 435.7 | 400 | 160 | 128 | 120 | 300 | 300 |
Salon II & III | 21.3x20.4x6.7 | 435.7 | 400 | 160 | 128 | 120 | 300 | 300 |
Prefunction I | 8.2x7.6x4.3 | 62.7 | - | - | - | - | 50 | - |
Prefunction II | 8.2x7.6x4.3 | 62.7 | - | - | - | - | 50 | - |
Prefunction III | 8.2x7.6x4.3 | 62.7 | - | - | - | - | 50 | - |
Prefunction I & II | 16.5x7.6x4.3 | 125.4 | - | - | - | - | 100 | - |
Prefunction II & III | 16.5x7.6x4.3 | 125.4 | - | - | - | - | 100 | - |
The Study Foyer | 3.7x5.5x3.4 | 20.1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Great Room II & Den | 25.9x8.8x3.7 | 229 | 135 | 72 | 32 | 40 | 120 | 110 |
Great Room I Foyer | 9.4x2.4x3.7 | 23 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Great Room II Foyer | 11.9x2.4x3.7 | 29 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
The Den Foyer | 14x2.4x3.7 | 34.2 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
The Studio Foyer | 8.8x2.4x3.7 | 21.6 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
The Urban Garden | 15.8x25.6x30.5 | 490.9 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Audio-Visual Equipment
- AV Technician
- LCD Panel
- LCD Projector
- Microphone
- Overhead Projector
- PA System
- TV
- TV Production Service Provider
- Teleconferencing
- Videoconferencing
- Walkie Talkies
- Wireless Internet
Event Services
- Carpenter
- Decorator
- Electrician
- Event Lighting
- Locksmith
- Message Service
- Photographer
- Registration Service
- Security Guards
Event Equipment & Supplies
- Blackboards
- Direction Signs
- Easels
- Flip Chart & Markers
- Lobby Bulletin Board
- Name Cards
- Pens / Pencils / Notepad
- Podium Lectern
- Portable Stage
- Spotlights
- Stack Chairs
- Tables
Business Services
- Computers
- Copy Service
- Fax Service
- Overnight Delivery/Pickup
- Post/Parcel
- Printers
Catering Services
- Afternoon Break:$25.00 / Person
- Coffee Break:$15.00 / Person
- Continental Breakfast:$30.00 / Person
- Dinner:$96.00 / Person
- Full Breakfast:$38.00 / Person
- Lunch:$55.00 / Person
- Reception:$50.00 / Person
Frequently Asked Questions
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte has 9 event rooms.
The largest capacity event room is the Ballroom. It has a capacity of 550.
Yes, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte provides wedding services.
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