PINE

PINE is an event venue at 4100 Raleigh Street in Charlotte, in the NoDa area and part of The Pass development. It is built around a large, adaptable main level that you can set up to suit your day.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

It is a strong fit for couples who want a blank canvas instead of a fixed look. The main level has no set style, so you decide how the ceremony and reception are laid out. The venue has also published its own guide to LGBTQ+-affirming wedding vendors in Charlotte, which is a practical help when you are choosing a team.

Ceremonies

Weddings at PINE do not carry a separate ceremony fee. You can hold the ceremony and reception in the same open space, then reset the room as the day moves on. Two client suites give each of you a private place to prepare. Because the room has no built-in layout, you can place the ceremony seating wherever the light and the sound work best, then plan the flow of the evening around it.

Receptions and food

The main level seats 320 guests, and it holds a larger crowd for a cocktail-style event. The venue runs its own bar, and it is the required provider for any alcohol service. Catering is open, so you can choose your own caterer, and vendors need to show proof of liability insurance. A fully furnished lounge gives guests somewhere to relax, and extras such as a photo booth and specialty cocktails are available.

Getting there and the area

There is a shared lot at The Pass, public parking along Raleigh Street, and overflow parking near the Sugar Creek light rail stop. NoDa is a lively arts district a short way from uptown Charlotte, with plenty of restaurants and bars nearby for a welcome drink or a farewell brunch. The venue works with a preferred partner for hotel room blocks.

Good to know

• Rentals run from hourly up to 24 hours and multi-day
• Month-of and full-service planning are optional
• There is no indoor curfew, but alcohol service stops at the legal time