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M E E T T H E N E W S O U T H E R N B L E A C H E RY. Whether you’re looking for greenspace, courtyards, white walls, or industrial elegance, we are excited to feature a new slate of venues and services to create the wedding of your dreams. And our commercial kitchen can handle all of your catering in a single location. Schedule a tour today.

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For over 21 years, couples have trusted Laurenda’s Catering to present the best spread on their wedding day. We are a locally owned and operated family restaurant, cooking with all of grandmother’s recipes. From a small budget to the most lavish affair, Laurenda’s can make your wedding a special memory, one that you will not soon forget.

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Enjoy your day, Cribbs Catering has you covered.

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Gorgeous Mountain Views & Sunsets “Celebrating love should never be expensive.�

Our private property is the perfect palette for designing your dream wedding. The natural beauty all around us provides a romantic and peaceful venue for any style and size budget.

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VISIT US AT OUR NEW LOCATION: 17 HAYWOOD RD.- GREENVILLE, SC 29607

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Here’s another breathtaking proposal

Let The Younts Conference Center at Furman host your wedding day activities with style and grace.

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DISCOVER THE MEANING OF SOUTHERN CHARM Host an unforgettable event at South&West, where true elegance and perfect comfort meet. Located in downtown Easley, near Old Market Square, our inviting, convenient setting can accommodate groups of up to 150 indoors. And, if you’re looking to expand things outside, our quaint covered patio with a large fireplace offers a picturesque space for entertaining up to 60 additional guests.

Discover the perfect blend of modern flair and southern allure at South&West.

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BROOKE AND RICHIE PRESENTED BY LAURENDA’S CATERING NICOLE AND TYLER PRESENTED BY HOLLY’S CAKES MEREDITH AND AARON PRESENTED BY BERBANK EVENTS AMBERLY AND AUSTIN PRESENTED BY LAURENDA’S CATERING NIKKI AND BRYAN PRESENTED BY LAURENDA’S CATERING LAURA AND JOHN PRESENTED BY LIONS GATE MANOR JENNIFER AND SCOTT PRESENTED BY CURETON PHOTOGRAPHY MEREDITH AND AARON PRESENTED BY CAROLINA TRADITIONS JORDAN AND TUCKER PRESENTED BY INDIGO HALL KATI AND GRAHAM PRESENTED BY ZEN MORIAH AND SAMUEL PRESENTED BY HOLMES CATERING JONATHAN AND KACIE PRESENTED BY WINDY HILL EVENT BARN LYDIA AND JACOB PRESENTED BY UPTOWN ENTERTAINMENT

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NATALIE AND ANTHONY PRESENTED BY CAROLINA TRADITIONS MANDY AND MICHAEL PRESENTED BY THE SPARTANBURG MARRIOTT BRITTANY AND JORDAN PRESENTED BY BLECKLEY STATION CAMERON AND RYAN PRESENTED BY MANDY POWELL WEDDINGS IRENE AND GEORGE PRESENTED BY GREENVILLE HILTON CARSON AND BRANDON PRESENTED BY THE RUTHERFORD KELSEY AND DAVID PRESENTED BY REVEL EVENT CENTER ALEXYS AND LOGAN PRESENTED BY THE CLEVEDALE HISTORIC INN & GARDENS

98 KAYLA AND JACKSON PRESENTED BY THE POINSETT BRIDE 102 MOLLY AND CORBN PRESENTED BY GOOD LIFE CATERING 104 KATLYN AND NICHOLAS PRESENTED BY YOUNTS CONFERENCE CENTER

107 HALEY AND TYLER PRESENTED BY DIPIETRO PHOTOGRAPHY 108 SHIVALI AND JASON PRESENTED BY THE GREENVILLE MARRIOTT

110 MORGAN AND CLAY PRESENTED BY CULPEPPER DESIGNS WILLIAM E. FLANAGAN, PUBLISHER | JENNAFER B. CONLEY, ART DIRECTOR | JOHN CURETON, FEATURE EDITOR P. O. Box 16571 | Greenville, SC 29606 | 864-230-3680 | gmg.info@aol.com | upstateweddingsandevents.com upstatevenues.com Our cover model is Kennedy photographed by John Cureton of Cureton Photography. The cover bride was photographed at Edinburgh West.

Much thanks to Edinburgh West and Cotton Rouge and Company for their assistance in the photoshoot.

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BELLA BRIDESMAIDS GREENVILLE 1818 AUGUSTA STREET SUITE 102 GREENVILLE, SC 29605 864-241.4001 WWW.BELLABRIDESMAIDS.COM

It’s your day.

You want it to be perfect. We do too!

From the bridal shower to the farewell brunch and all the amazing events in between.

In one of our restaurants or at another perfect location of your choosing, our catering team works closely with you to create the fairy tale wedding of your dreams.

With Table 301 Catering, the wedding possibilities are endless.

We can’t wait to start working with you on your big day, please call 864.232.7007 www.Table301Catering.com soby’s the lazy goat nose dive gastropub passerelle bistro papi’s tacos southern pressed juicery jianna the loft at soby’s table 301 catering & kitchen

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NICOLE AND TYLER P R E S E N T E D BY H O L LY ’ S C A K E S

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VENDORS Bartending Liquid Catering Beauty RoseGlow Health Iron Tribe Fitness Catering Holmes Catering Ceremony Venue The Bleckley Inn (Courtyard) Entertainment Uptown Entertainment Dress & Attire The Poinsett Bride

From the mother of the bride - Nicole and Tyler have been inseparable since the day they met during a class while attending Clemson University.

Being “the mom” this made me ecstatic when Tyler finally popped the question last year.

Since Nicole has been going through medical school, I decided to jump in and help them through the process.

Being a Wedding Professional for over 20 years, I have had the honor and privilege of being involved with so many weddings of the most amazing couples. With all of this I thought I would be prepared when it came time to plan Nicole’s wedding. I quickly found out that being a mom and being a vendor were two very different things. I was trying to give my daughter the wedding of her dreams, while of course staying within somewhat of a budget. There are so many different options out there and planning a wedding when your daughter is in the midst of Medical School is a whole new level of stress.

I knew the priority for them was to spend as much time with each other on the wedding day, while also making sure everyone had a blast at the Reception and I was on a mission to make that happen.

I am so thankful for the Wedding Community that I am surrounded with. After Nicole and Tyler chose the Bleckley Inn for the wedding day, I reached out to my wonderful Vendor Network of My Wedding Group, Wedding Festivals and NACE to help Nicole and Tyler have the most perfect Wedding Day!

Event Rental Tri-County Rentals, Holmes Rentals Flowers & Décor Renee Burroughs Design Guest Accommodations The Bleckley Inn Ice Carving Ice Age Jewelry Poinsett Bride

Lighting & Décor Uptown Entertainment Men’s Formal Wear Men’s Warehouse Officiant Tom Haren Bridal Portait Photography Noveli Wedding Photography Photography Matthew Pautz Photobooth Shutterbooth Greenville Reception Venue The Bleckley Inn (Carriage House) Rehearsal Dinner Location Venue 360 Dance Lessons Palmer Studio Travel Agent Fun in the Sun Videography 221 Films Wedding Cake Holly’s Cakes Wedding Planner Timeless Events

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custum draping & lighting tables chairs decor design 208 East Daniel Morgan Ave. Spartanburg, SC 29302

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Their Story Aaron and Meredith have known each other for more than 10 years. They met in high school, dated briefly, went to college, dated briefly, and after some breakups and reconnecting, they gave it another shot; clearly, the third time is the charm.

They knew this time that this was their “forever.” They have been so blessed by their family and friends who have been there for them through their story. Aaron and Meredith wanted to honor them by having a beautiful “Country-Chic” wedding. Berbank Events was instrumental in planning, designing, and coordinating their dream wedding. No detail was missed from the ceremony to the dancefloor to the fire pit. “We are so thankful to the Berbank team who made our day a memory that will last forever.” ~ Meredith.

Wedding Ceremony and Reception Venue : The Country Club of Spartanburg // Wedding Photographers & Videographer: Cureton Photography // Planning, Coordination, and Decor : Berbank Events // Florist : Ginny Ward // Dance Floor : Event Rentals // DJ : The Party Machine // Cake : Kathy and Company // Bridal Hair : Hair by Lauren Eron // Bridal Makeup : Karrie Lykins // Dress : Morilee from Carolina Traditions // Men’s Tuxes : Simon’s Formal

Our Story: Forevermore Farm home of the Barn and Stables is is located in Moore, South Carolina. Our 116 acre farm is home to two beautiful rustic barn venues which is a perfect setting for any event you wish to host.

Our venues are the perfect setting for weddings, receptions, family reunions, and corporate parties. To make your event planing a breeze, we offer many event packages that fit most budgets. We also offer an array of wedding services. If you are looking for spacious accommodations in a relaxed outdoor country setting, and enjoy flexibility and creativity in a relaxed setting when planning your event. Look no further.

Our vintage 1934 two story barn and our newly built state of the art horse stables are perfect for any occasion.

Flowers to venue:

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We are happy to announce the opening of Forevermore Florals located on the farm. We can provide your arrangements onsite for your special event. We specialize in bridal bouquets, floral table decorations, and more.

No matter what your vision, you can reserve one of our spacious rustic barns and outdoor areas to host your next event. We offer event planners to help you with your every need. Venue rental includes your table and chairs.

Get married, have your reception in the same place!

We offer a wide array of wedding services with our venue rentals. we have a full staff of professionals to assist you along the way. Enjoy a stress free day here at the farm and create a lifetime of memories.

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Their Love Story: It took many years, of close encounters before God allowed Austin and Amberly to meet. They both grew up in the upstate of South Carolina. Over the years, they unknowingly shared some of the same friends, ate at many of the same places, lived within 2 miles from each other, and once attended the same church.

In early 2017, a sunny day on the Carolina coast changed the course of their lives.

Austin was living in Charleston. He and Amberly (who lived in the upstate) attended a birthday dinner on Sullivan’s Island. As soon as Austin saw Amberly, he knew there was something special about this young lady. After a year of long distance romance, Austin decided to move back to the upstate. After a fairytale proposal in Lewisburg, Tennessee, a magical wedding at the Loom in Simpsonville was planned in 4 short months.

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Wedding Resources: Catering: Laurenda’s Catering / Bartending: The Loom Cotton Mill Place / Beauty: Alana Blakely- Coiffed & Collared Sarah Dobson- Merle Norman / Venue: The Loom Cotton Mill Place / DJ: PROSONLY- Scott Garrison / Wedding Dress: Carolina Traditions / Bridesmaids Dresses: David’s Bridal / Men’s Formal Attire: Jos A Bank / Event Rental: Professional Party Rental / Flowers: Greg Foster / Jewelry: Ballantyne Jewelers / Officiant: Bryan Holder / Photography: Cameron Budove Photography / Rehearsal Dinner: Smoke on the Water / Videography: Caleb Hyatt / Wedding Cake: Lee Ann Turner / Wedding Director: Jeannie Thrailkill / Transportation: GSP Limo

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HAPPILY EVER AFTER STARTS HERE. Celebrate your wedding day in style at AC Hotel Spartanburg. Our timeless design, inspired spaces and expert staff ensure excellence on the most unforgettable day of your life. We can offer you: • Sleek guest rooms focused equally on style and comfort • 2,500 sq. ft. of flexible event space • Level10 rooftop restaurant offering unparalleled views • AC Kitchen, serving a fresh European-influenced breakfast • AC Lounge, serving signature cocktails and small plates • Museum-caliber art from The Johnson Collection • Wedding Group Blocks, starting with 10 rooms • Bridal Lounge/Groom’s Room with sweet and savory treats • Wedding Ceremony up to 80 guests • Wedding Receptions up to 130 guests • Rehearsal Dinner • Brunch with the Bride

AC HOTEL SPARTANBURG 225 West Main Street T. 864.585.8900 Sales Office E: grace.orders@marriott.com T: 864.585.8900 ext 4008

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Great weddings are all about hiring the right people and the Upstate Bridal Association helps you do just that.

Our member businesses are run by people who know their reputation is on the line with every wedding including yours.

They are a respected diverse group of companies.

Each provides a service to the newly en-gaged. And each has been approved for membership by the Upstate Bridal Association Ex-ecutive Committee.

Learn more and find the perfect pro at www.upstatebridalassociation.com.

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Our Story: We grew up just 15 minutes away from each other, but didn’t meet until we returned home from college. We had mutual friends who introduced us.

We have always joked that we never had the opportunity to meet earlier because we went to rival high schools and then rival colleges (Clemson and University of S.C.) I even surprised Bryan by wearing a gamecock garter on our wedding day. Our wedding was a beautiful day. (with No rain!

WooHoo!) It couldn’t have been possible without all of our wonderful vendors.

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Wedding Resources: Catering: Laurenda’s Catering — Bartending: Mingle Masters Events and Services —

Beauty & Health: Makeup by Andie J — Ceremony Venue: The Barn at Forevermore Farm — Ceremony Music: S & D Mobile DJs — DJ/Entertainment/Music: S & D Mobile DJs — Dress & Attire: Dimitra Designs — Flowers & Décor: Chrissy Moore ( Aunt) — Invitations: Shutterfly — Men’s Formal Wear: Men’s Warehouse — Officiant: Andrew Mosteller — Photography: Markie Walden Photography — Reception Venue: The Barn at Forevermore Farm — Rehearsal Dinner Location: The Barn at Forevermore — Videography: Gracie Newton — Wedding Cake: Baking by Ashleigh ( Ashleigh Howard) — Reception Coordinator: Mingle Masters Events & Services

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STARRY NiGHTS A HISTORIC EVENTS VENUE IN DOWNTOWN INMAN

Starry Nights is located just minutes from Spartanburg, Greenville, & Asheville.

Seated dinners 150 guests Stand up receptions 200 guests Dance floor More than 2,000 Square Feet of Hardwood Floors with Exposed Brick Walls. Surrounded by the gorgeous scenery of the distant Appalachian mountains and foothills. Rich with history, character, and atmosphere, Starry Nights is the ideal setting for your next event.

For booking and pricing information please contact Vicky Long.

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864-332-9428 | www.starrynightsinman.com Starry Nights Events, 6 South Main Street, Inman, SC 29349

864-357-1578 | TIMHOLMESCATERING.COM

With over 25 years of experience, Tim Holmes created Holmes Catering with the high expectation that hospitality and customer satisfaction is the main priority. Recognized not only for exemplary service and versatile, delicious menus, Holmes Catering has held the bar high for their fine designs and exquisite displays. Holmes Catering has grown and expanded due to high customer demand not only for their catering expertise but also their eye for detail.

Because of this demand, Tim Holmes, with the collaboration of design and floral experts, are now offering specialty rentals along with complete floral designs that will meet all your eventĘźs needs and style!

With a full team of talented caterers, skilled floral designers and rental specialists, planning your event will not only be enjoyable but everything youĘźve ever dreamed.

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VENDORS Catering Tim Holmes Catering Ceremony Venue Lions Gate Manor Ceremony Music Wofford Students Entertainment The Party Machine Flowers & Decor Renee Burroughs Design Guest Accommodations Spartanburg Marriott Photography Famzing Reception Venue Lions Gate Manor Rehearsal Dinner Location Lions Gate Manor Rentals Tim Holmes Videography Famzing Wedding Planner Vicky Long

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JENNIFER AND SCOTT PRESENTED BY CURETON PHOTOGRAPHY

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VENDORS Bartending Roy’s Place Cafe & Catering Makeup and Hair EyeDo Makeup & Hair LLC Catering Roy’s Pace Cafe & Catering Ceremony Venue Tybee Island Wedding Chapel Ceremony Music Jeff “T-Bone” Taylor Entertainment Jeff “T-Bone” Taylor Dress Ella Rosa Collection Low Country Bride and Gown Flowers & Decor Make It Pretty Floral Design Guest Accommodations Hotel Tybee Invitations Maxim Creative Invites Jewelry Wedding rings and bands Zales Sapphire and diamond earrings Princess Jewelers (Vienna, VA) Men’s Formal Wear Men’s Wearhouse Tuxedo Officiant Jack Boylston, aka “Tybee Jack” Photography Cureton Photography Photo Booth The Island Sound Entertainment Company Reception Venue Tybee Island Wedding Chapel Rehearsal Dinner Location The Guard House (located on Tybee Island) Food catered by Gerald’s Pig and Shrimp Sword Ceremony United States Marine Corps Transportation Tybee Turtle shuttles Wedding Cakes Cuppity Cakes Wedding Coordinator Cindy Brown from All About You Entertainment

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MEREDITH AND AARON PRESENTED BY C AROLIN A TRADITIONS

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VENDORS Bartending The Country Club of Spartanburg Makeup and Hair Hair : Lauren Eron Makeup : Karrie Lykins Catering The Country Club of Spartanburg Ceremony Venue The Country Club of Spartanburg Ceremony Music The Party Machine Entertainment The Party Machine

In Her Words - Aaron will tell you that he said I love you first, but trust me Meredith did. We’ve known each other for more than 10 years now, and even dated a very brief moment in high school... After high school, Aaron proceeded to go to the University of South Carolina Aiken, while Meredith went to Clemson. Thankfully, Aaron was raised in a split Clemson/USC house, and he has always rooted for the better team—Go Tigers!

Anyways, we even briefly revisited dating again between the summer of Freshman and Sophomore year, but clearly third times the charm. Fast forward post-college graduation and we ended up back in the CSRA. We eventually reconnected and became close friends and went through some hard break ups together. Years later, we ended up giving us a shot again and everything fell into place. We knew instantly this was forever and have been so blessed by our many friends and family members that have been there for us through our story.

Dress Carolina Traditions Flowers & Decor Berbank Events Men’s Formal Wear Simon’s Formal Officiant Pastor Wes Holbrook Photography Cureton Photography Reception Venue The Country Club of Spartanburg Rentals Berbank Events Videography Cureton Wedding Films Wedding Cakes Kathy and Company Wedding Coordinator Andrea Shurburtt with Berbank Events

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Photography by Sposa Bella

A Great Event Starts With The Right Venue www.indigohallevents.com | Spartanburg, SC

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JORDAN AND TUCKER PRESENTED BY INDIGO HALL

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VENDORS Bartending PURE Culinary Creations Beauty & Health Becca Burress Catering PURE Culinary Creations Ceremony Venue Indigo Hall Ceremony Music Greenville Wedding Music Entertainment Uptown Entertainment Dress & Attire Lovely Bride Event Rental Berbank Rentals Floral Kate Asire Guest Accommodations AC Hotel Invitations Minted Jewelry Francesca’s Lighting & Decor Berbank Rentals Men’s Formal Wear Men’s Warehouse Officiant Lynn Stewart Photography Christa Rene Photography Reception venue Indigo Hall Rehearsal Dinner Location AC Hotel Rentals Berbank Rentals Transportation Southern Valet Videography Matt Rouse Videography Wedding Cake Melissa Smith Wedding Planner Bespoken

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an elegant space for hire

“Second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning” zengreenville.com

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KATI AND GRAHAM PRESENTED BY ZEN

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VENDORS Band Tayo City Rockers Bartending Zen Beauty & Health Madeline Renee Beauty Catering Holmes Catering Ceremony Venue Zen Ceremony Music Jerry Steppe (pianist)

In Her Words - Graham and I met in high school and first hung out at “senior week” in Myrtle Beach when I was 16. We re-connected my freshman year of college and started dating. I was going to USC Upstate at the time but transferred to Clemson my sophomore year as he quickly turned me into a Tiger!

Graham and I dated for 6 and half years before getting engaged. Even from the start of our relationship, I always knew he was my soulmate and we would one day get married. My proposal, though I am bias, was the absolute best!

We went on a trip to Mexico together and he proposed on the beach as the sun set, it was more beautiful and better than I could have ever imagined. I felt the exact same about our wedding day. Although there was tons of stressful planning leading up to our big day, it turned out to be amazing, and honestly the best day of both of our lives!

Entertainment Clemson Tiger Mascot Dress & Attire Poinsett Bride, Lillian West Event Rental Zen Flowers Mill Street Florist Guest Accommodations The Westin Poinsett Hotel Invitations Wedding Shop with Shutterfly Jewelry Swarovski crystal earrings from Poinsett Bride Groom’s ring : Blue Nile Bride’s Ring : custom by Henry Fletcher Lighting & Decor Zen (lighting) Decor : Etsy Shops Men’s Formal Wear Men’s Warehouse, Calvin Klein Officiant Keith Kelly Photography Josh Jones Photography Photobooth Shutterbooth Reception Venue Zen Rehearsal Dinner Location Sassafras Southern Bistro Rentals Zen and Upstate Event Services Wedding Cake Brick Street Cafe

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MORIAH AND SAMUEL PRESENTED BY THE HOLMES C ATERIN G

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VENDORS Bartending Mingle Masters Catering Holmes Catering Entertainment DJ Barry Productions Event Rental Spartanburg Event Rentals Flowers & Decor Renee Burroughs Design Men’s Formal Wear Men’s Wearhouse Photography Amber McDowell Photography Reception Venue The Duncan Estate

In Her Words - Our wedding at Duncan Estate was one of the most magical days! We had our ceremony in the garden, cocktail hour on the lawn, dinner and dancing under the tent, and the cake was cut in the sun room just off the patio. It was on May 26th, 2018 and although the weather called for 100% chance of rain all day, not a drop came down! It was bright and sunny all day.

Videography The Ivory Collective Wedding Cake Couture Cakes

Sam and I graduated from Landrum High School just one year apart, but never knew each other on more than a first name basis. He was on the track team with my brother and coached by my father, so when I ran into him at a Wofford College dance (I attended Converse College), he walked over to me and we started to chat. I asked him for a picture to share with my brother and father, and we have been inseparable since! He proposed after nearly two years of dating with the most gorgeous morganite engagement ring, and we set our wedding date for May 26th. Actually, we got married just six short days after he graduated from Wofford College! It was a whole week of celebrations.

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Our Story - Jonathan and Kacie met in March 2016 while they were both volunteering with the youth group at a local church in Greenville. They had a magical engagement at the Biltmore in Asheville where JCM photography captured the entire proposal on camera. After touring many venues, the happy couple chose Windy Hill Barn in Simpsonville. They were engaged for almost two years, which gave Kacie plenty of time to plan her dream wedding. The wedding took place on July 28, 2018. The night was filled with family, friends, and guests who traveled all the way from Sweden. Delicious food was prepared and served by Bagatelle Caterers and the guests are still raving about their cake from Brick Street Cafe in Downtown Greenville.

Guests danced the night away and got a surprise visit from the Clemson Tiger. The night ended with an epic sparkler send off and a white limousine that took the newlyweds to their hotel in Downtown Greenville.

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LYDIA AND JACOB PRESENTED BY UPTOWN ENTERTAINMENT

From Uptown - We are beyond fortunate to work with so many awesome and creative couples. Lydia and Jacob came to us looking to throw an epic celebration for their families and friends and that’s exactly what we did. Our Luxe services were the perfect fit for their needs as we incorporated one of our custom crafted DJ booths, a lot of really awesome lighting, and even a CO2 blaster. Needless to say, Lydia and Jacob’s celebration was nothing short of next level.

VENDORS Catering Larkin’s Ceremony Venue Grace Church Entertainment Uptown Entertainment Event Rental PPR Flowers & Decor Julie Dodds Harir & Makeup Allie Crowe Photography Jordyn Schirripa Reception Venue Larkin’s The L Videography Anna Koon Wedding Cake Kathy and Company Wedding Planner Leigh Allison Kelley

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NATALIE AND ANTHONY PRESENTED BY C AROLIN A TRADITIONS

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In Her Words - After meeting through mutual friends in 2012, Anthony and I dated until our engagement in fall of 2017. Anthony asked me to marry him at a Carolina Panthers game. I was in shock as I saw my name over the big screen. “Natalie Lewis Will you marry me?” My heart melted as I saw Anthony on one knee... I said “YES!” I knew that I wanted the venue to be rustic and welcoming. The Loom At Cotton Mill place was perfect for us. We loved the rustic charm of this venue. Mrs. Jeannie our wedding planner made sure that every detail was attended to. With such a large bridal party she had her hands full but did a wonderful job and made sure our special day was just perfect. Laurenda’s Catering from Greer catered our wedding and they really wowed our guest with the food and professional manner in which they set up and served the meal.

Many guest remarked that this was the best wedding food they ever had. (We had Mexican food) My dreams came true from Carolina Traditions and I knew from the moment I tried on my dress that this was the one!

VENDORS Cake Candace Champman Dress Carolina Traditions Entertainment Uptown Entertainment Makeup Laken Mckenzie Cosmetics Hair(style) Jordan Garner Hair(Color) Alisha Spangler Hair(Extensions) PINK Extensions Studio Food Laurenda’s Catering Photography Bullet Proof Photography Venue The Loom At Cotton Mill Place

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BRITTANY AND JORDAN PRESENTED BY BLEC KLEY S TATION

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In Her Words - We met in college through several classes and athletics at Clemson University. I played soccer at Clemson while Jordan was a sports medicine trainer for football (undergrad) so you can imagine we had a lot of time around one another! I am from the suburbs of Atlanta, and he grew up in Easley SC, so getting married close to where it all begin was a important to us, and we have always loved downtown Anderson - Sullivan’s is one of my favorite restaurants! The weekend of our wedding was like the town of Anderson just let us become a part of them. With the location of the Bleckley Inn and Station, and how all of our lunches, dinners, ceremony, etc. were all among Main Street - It was like college all over again with our former teammates, best friends, and family just running around the town all weekend. It was a dream come true, and the Bleckley Inn will forever be dear to our hearts.

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My Father-Daughter dance was very different than most. My father passed away 7 years ago, so my uncle walked me down the aisle and we planned on dancing to my Father’s favorite song. Without me knowing, all of my Father’s best friends stepped in throughout our song, Landslide by Fleetwood Mac. Everyone to this day says they have never cried so much at a wedding! I am even tearing up now just replaying it my head. Some of those pictures are included, and although I was overwhelmed with emotion, the amount of love in the room was insurmountable.

Second favorite moment was our surprise hot n’ ready Krispie Kreme donuts! They were a hit!

VENDORS Band Drive Time Band (Atlanta) Photographer Lanterns and Feathers photography Bartending Sullivan’s Catering Sullivan’s Unique Services Koozies and Napkins were hand drawn by the bride!

It is a picture of our two golden retrievers on our boat in Charleston.

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Mandy Powell Weddings Professional Planner Specializing in Weddings, Social and Corporate

I love what I do so much, and my couples and families know that very soon in the planning process. I am beyond flattered and honored when a family trusts me to assist with the planning of one of the most important days in their lives. I take it so seriously, but still love to laugh and have fun through the entire process. I look at it like I have one chance to knock it out of the park. There is no do-over. I put my heart and soul into every wedding or event I plan. I have now planned well over 900 weddings in my career, and still love it! I look forward to working with you!

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CAMERON AND RYAN P R E S E N T E D BY M A N DY P OW E L L W E D D I N G S

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In Her Words - Ryan and I actually met in college my freshman year briefly at a sorority function.

Him and I did not keep up with each other after that and I ended up transferring to a different school. We did not meet back up until years later when we found each other on facebook. We became friends and talked almost everyday. I was in Greenville, SC and he was in Greensboro, NC (almost three hours away). He was so persistant about wanting to meet up that I finally gave in a year later. I invited him to be my date to my godsister’s wedding in Greenville and he said yes! I love that our first date was actually a wedding and here are three years later having our own dream wedding.

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We’ll bring the finest cuisine to your big day.

“We were completely thrilled with the service the Sullivan’s crew provided for our daughter’s wedding. It is rare to have anyone think ‘wedding food’ is fabulous, BUT MONTHS AFTER THE WEDDING I AM STILL RECEIVING COMPLIMENTS on the food Sullivan’s provided... We had a wonderful experience with Sullivan’s!”

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Petals & Company is proud to offer a wide arrangement of wedding flowers and birthday flowers and gifts.

Our staff can make any occasion memorable with a professionally designed floral arrangement.

We take pride in producing the freshest floral arrangements, perfect roses, corsages, plants and gift baskets for our customers.

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IRENE AND GEORGE PRESENTED BY HILTON GREENVILLE

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VENDORS Band Zephyros Band, Baltimore MD Bartending Hilton Greenville Beauty & Health Hair: Lisa Grubbs Makeup: Morgan Stinson Catering Hilton Greenville Ceremony Venue St. George Greek Orthodox Church Ceremony Music Margaret Hawkins Dress & Attire Dress Bridal Reflections NYC Headpiece Bridal Style Boutique NYC Bride and groom shoes Christian Louboutin Groom’s boutonniere Chanel

Their Story - The newlywed couple Irene and George Sakellis met years before they fell in love through family friendships that were rooted within the Greek culture. Once the couple started spending time together they were immediately connected and shared similar values of religion, culture, and education. After getting engaged the couple immediately began to look at a venue that will accommodate their large families and be flexible with their cultural traditions. They wanted to take an unconventional approach to seating arrangements, centerpieces, to create a romantic theme that was unlike anything they ever experienced at other weddings. Because they had a specific vision in mind the couple built most of the centerpieces themselves and enhanced them with flower arrangements they chose with their florist. They spent weeks coming up with a layout of table arrangements to meet their needs. After months of research, design, and hard work the couple had their dream wedding and celebrated their special day in a setting that they designed, envisioned, and created with the help of the Hilton and all the vendors associated. Now the couple is happily building their future in Maryland and are happily married.

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VENDORS Band The Men of Distinction

Bartending Liquid Catering

Beauty & Health Cotton Rouge

Catering Black Sheep Cafe Catering

Ceremony Venue The Rutherford

Ceremony Music Synergy Twins

Dress & Attire Voila, Greenwood, SC

Their Story - Carson and Brandon met through a mutual friend in 2013. At the time, Brandon was a Junior studying Business Management and Entrepreneurship at Clemson University and Carson was studying to become a Dental Assistant. After four years of dating Brandon proposed. The night of the proposal was perfect in every way...he wanted the proposal to be in the privacy of their own home just the way Carson had always wanted. He even had a special shirt made for their fur baby, Theo that said “Will you marry my dad?”. After the proposal, he then took her downtown for what Carson thought would be an intimate dinner but to her surprise, all of their friends and family were there anxiously awaiting to celebrate them.

After looking at several venues downtown, they decided on the Rutherford as it had everything they wanted in a venue.

The couple was married on May, 26 2018 and will reside in the beautiful city of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.

Event Painting Brooke Ring

Event Rental Tri- County Rentals

Flowers Gregg Foster

Lighting & Décor Tri-County Rentals

Officiant Perry Evatt

Photography Meredith Beck Photography

Reception Venue The Rutherford

Rentals Tri-County Rentals Berbank Events

Videography Nate Perry

Wedding Cake Angie Cockrum

Wedding Planner Beth Godwin with Blue Bird Weddings

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So many Services, All in One Location!

Some of our services include: - Tables, chairs and an array of quality linens to dress any event in any style.

- Dinnerware, glassware and service equipment to help transform any event site into a memorable dining experience.

- Day-of-coordinating and event design.

- Bar services.

- Digital photography to capture life's special moments.

- A beautiful selection of invitations.

- Notary and officiating services.

- Lighting and sound equipment to present each event in the best possible way.

- Custom dance floors to keep the party moving.

- Custom back drops.

- Tents to help make an outdoor event a success in any weather.

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Using our one company for multiple event services, most of our customers end up saving hundreds of dollars without sacrificing quality or customer service. We offer the same products as the higher priced companies but, because we are able to bundle services, we can offer these at a lower overall price. Come see what we can do for you!

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KELSEY AND DAVID PRESENTED BY REVEL EVENT CENTER

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VENDORS Bartending Revel Event Center Beauty & Health Glam Salon, Clemson Eye Aesthetics Catering Good Life Catering Ceremony Venue Revel Event Center Ceremony Music Uptown Entertainment Entertainment Uptown Entertainment

Thier Story - David and Kelsey met while both living in Hoboken, NJ. They met on a random Thursday night at Talley Ho (a place David & Kelsey rarely visited!) A year later they moved to Greenville, SC together in 2015. By September 2016 they had two adopted cats and were engaged! Since getting married at Revel on October 27, 2017 they live happily in their recently purchased home in Downtown Greenville with their now two cats and a dog.

Dress White Magnolia Flowers Earth Bloom Floral Jewelry Piper Jewelry Lighting & Decor Southern Bliss Designs Men’s Formal Wear Men’s Warehouse Bow tie from A Dapper Sandlapper Officiant Lauren Bull Photography I Wanna Marry, Olya & Tony Yang Photobooth Uptown Entertainment Reception Venue Revel Rehearsal Dinner Location Upstate Craft Beer Co. Rentals Revel Transportation The Carriage Company Wedding Cake Baking Sweet Scents Wedding Planner Crystal Williams Events

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Modern barn 6250 square feet Central heat and air Covered porch 4 acre pond

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PRESENTED BY THE CLEVEDALE HIS TORIC INN & GARDENS

In Her Words - Logan and I met in October of 2010 at his parent’s house, when a mutual friend invited me over to carve pumpkins. At that time, I didn’t know that was the beginning of our love story. When I arrived at his parents house, my friend Katelyn and I were ushered in by his two little sisters, Lili and Tessa. They were so excited to see us. My friend and I hung out there all night. We carved pumpkins, ate dinner and played games with Logan and his entire family. I couldn’t believe how well we all connected. After Katelyn and I left that night, I was smitten. However, it wasn’t until a year later that we reconnected at Christmas time. We saw each other at a basketball game he was playing in and so we exchanged numbers and decided we would hang out. Following the new year, Logan asked me on our first date, where he meticulously planned out every detail, down to the Christian Movie Review for our movie. The next day, we began dating.

Logan and I had been dating for six months when my mom and I moved to Seattle. We knew going into the relationship that I would be moving that summer but we decided to do long distance anyways. For a whole year and a half, we talked on the phone everyday and only saw each other twice during that time. It was really hard. Christmas of 2014, I moved back after we had both prayed and received signs from God that I should move back. Not just one sign but, THREE signs from the Lord.

In the Summer of 2016, we went on vacation to Destin, FL with his entire family. I had no idea this vacation was the one I would be coming back engaged. He proposed to me on the beach, at sunset, surrounded by roses in the shape of a heart with his entire family around us. Best Surprise Ever!

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VENDORS Bartending Sundance Gallery Hair Brianna Cason-Owings at The Vintage Vault Marketplace and Salon Makeup Vaughan Lee Free at Merle Norman Catering Sullivan’s Ceremony Venue Sundance Gallery Ceremony Music Fermata Innovations Entertainment Fermata Innovations Dress The Poinsett Bride

In Her Words - Jason and I met on Match.com. I was in the last two days of my subscription and Jason had only been on Match for about thirty minutes when we connected. I instantly knew something was different about him.

After talking for a few days, we decided to go on a first date. We officially met and began dating on May 14, 2017.

After our first date, I went straight to my mom’s house and told her that I was going to marry him. A little over a year later, on June 23, 2018, Jason proposed at the Biltmore House. We were married on December 9, 2018 in an intimate ceremony in Greenwood, SC. Amidst the snow and ice, we could not have asked for a more perfect day.

Event Rental Event Rentals Guest Accommodations Inn on the Square Invitations Vistaprint Jewelry REEDS Jewelers Men’s Formal Wear The Black Tux Officiant Hazzan Michal Rubin Ph.d Photography Abby Funderburk Photography Reception Venue Sundance Gallery Rehearsal Dinner Location Sundance Gallery Rentals Linens: BBJ Linen Tables/Chairs: Sundance Gallery Tableware: Event Rentals Unique Services (Other) Macarons: Sandlapper Baking Co. Programs, Menus, Table Tents: Tia at Wolfs Printing York, PA Wedding Cake/Cookies Whisk Away by Morgan Simpson

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VENDORS Band Simply Irresistible Bartending Good Life Catering Beauty & Health Salon Vari Catering Good Life Catering Ceremony Venue Mills Family Home Ceremony Music Mulfinger String Quarter

From the caterer - Due to Hurricane Florence that made its way to the Carolina Coast in September, we were tasked with moving Molly Perkins and Corbin Mill’s wedding up a day earlier. Not to worry, with the help of some amazing vendors no one knew otherwise. The over 300 guests were awed by the station displays and bar set ups, both created and staffed by Good Life Catering. We employed 30 services staff, 10 chefs, and 10 bartenders for this event - all playing a crucial role in making this wedding happen...a day early.

As you walked in to the perfectly draped sail-cloth tent, you were transformed to a summer day in Charleston, which is where Molly is from. Their menu and overall design plan reflected their southern roots. The icing on the cake was their custom cocktail: The Azalea. Corbin is a PGA pro-golfer, and naturally this specialty cocktail gives nod to The Masters Tournament at Augusta National. With subtle touches of modern flair, we were able to bring their vision to life.

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KATLYN AND NICHOLAS P R E S E N T E D BY YO U N T S C O N F E R E N C E C E N T E R

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VENDORS Make-up & Hair Cotton Rouge and Company Catering and Bartending Furman Catering Ceremony Venue Daniel Chapel at Furman University Ceremony Music Furman quartet students Entertainment Uptown Entertainment Dress & Attire Morilee by Madeline Gardner from Carolina Traditions Flowers & Décor Bella Blooms Designs Invitations Minted

In her words - Nic and I first met while attending Clemson University together. Funny enough, we were brought along by our best friends as support during a first date. Our best friends didn’t pursue a relationship, but we felt an immediate spark that would change our future forever. We spent the rest of our time in college together going to Clemson football games, enjoying time on the lake, hanging out with family/friends, and falling in love in a college town. Once we graduated, we both got dream jobs in Greenville and moved on to the big world. We have been in Greenville together now for 3 years, grown our family with the addition of our two fur babies Harper and Mazie, and enjoy spending our weekends walking downtown, hiking, or out on the lake.

We strived for a very classic, southern, fall wedding feel that was heavily centered around a family-focused and fun day! We even had family travel from as far as England to be a part of our special day! The morning was spent getting primped and pampered while watching the Clemson Tigers take down Florida State.

The weather turned out to be a bit chilly, but an overall absolutely beautiful day. We decided to do a first look in the Rose Garden at Furman and it was a moment we will never forget. Soon after, our ceremony began at Daniel Chapel which was a beautiful, personal, intimate ceremony surrounded by our loved ones and God. Then it was time to get the party started! We headed over to Younts Conference Center and were simply stunned by the incredible job all of our vendors had done setting up our reception in a way that fit us as a couple perfectly. We spent the rest of the night eating the most delicious dinner, crying through first dance songs, laughing at all the silly photo booth fun, and dancing the night away on the dance floor. We couldn’t be more thankful for the support, help, and love from everyone who made October 27th, 2018 the most beautiful, love-filled, fun, and simply incredible day of our lives.

Men’s Formal Wear JoS. A. Bank Officiant Adam Radcliff Photography Megan Manus Photography Photobooth Uptown Entertainment Reception Venue Younts Conference Center Rehearsal Dinner Location Larkin’s on the River Wedding Cake Bakery off Augusta

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HALEY AND TYLER PRESENTED BY DIPIETRO PHOTOGRAPHY

VENDORS Bartending Sheree Rountree Beauty & Health Kateltn Abrams & Kacy James Catering Henry’s Smokehouse Ceremony Venue Cokesbury College

In Her Words - Tyler and I were high school sweethearts. We met and began dating in high school, only dreaming of our wedding day. After graduating high school, I went to Clemson University and Tyler began his military and law enforcement careers. Distance only brought us closer. On October 2, 2016, Tyler proposed! Our wedding took place on May 19, 2018, the same day as Prince Harry and Megan Markle’s Royal Wedding. Once word got out that we shared a wedding date with the Royal Couple, a news crew came to our home for a brief interview about the excitement of our shared wedding date.

We had planned an outdoor wedding and wedding reception, only for the weather forecast to call for 90% chance of rain on our special day. With the help of our vendors, we quickly began brainstorming a back up plan in case of rain. Fortunately, the rain held off long enough for us to have a beautiful ceremony, photos, and most of our reception in the sunshine. Once the rain came, our venue gave us the perfect escape for an indoor option to host the rest of our reception. Our day was magical and we couldn’t have done it without our amazing team of vendors!

Ceremony Music Cody & Aubrey Moyher Entertainment The Edge Entertainment Dress & Attire The Castle Prom & Bridal Floral Bella Blooms Invitations Simply to Impress Jewelry Etsy Lighting & Decor Bella Blooms Men’s Formal Wear Thomas & Son’s Tuxedo Officiant Caleb Carroll Photography DiPietro Photography Reception venue Cokesbury College Rehearsal Dinner Location Cokesbury College Rentals Tri-County Rentals Wedding Cake Joy Brock Wedding Planner Carroll Weddings

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SHIVALI AND JASON PRESENTED BY GREENVILLE MARRIOTT

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Their story - Jason and Shivali met in Spartanburg, SC. After Jason finished Nursing School he planned to propose during Mardi Gras in Jackson Square in New Orleans. Without hesitation Shivali said “yes�.

As soon as the couple returned to South Carolina they started visiting venues. Shivali fell in love with the Greenville Marriott and they had the most beautiful wedding and reception.

VENDORS Beauty & Health Cotton Rouge and Company Catering Royal Sweets, Atlanta and Greenville Marriott Ceremony Greenville Marriott DJ/Music DJ Desi Dress & Attire Suhagen Sareet & Dress Event Rental Upstate Event Rentals Jewelry Mirage Saree Officiant Vival Bhatt Photography Chris Guy Reception Venue Greenville Marriott Rehearsal Dinner Location Greenville Marriott Wedding Cake Kathy and Company WWW.UPSTATEWEDDINGSANDEVENTS.COM

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MORGAN AND CLAY PRESENTED BY CULPEPPER DESIGNS

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VENDORS Bartending Adam’s Bistro Beauty & Health Cotton Rouge Catering Adam’s Bistro Ceremony Venue Southern Bleachery Ceremony Music Bryson Purcell & Russell Newton Productions Entertainment Bryson Purcell & Russell Newton Productions Dress & Attire White Magnolia

In Her Words - We met in at our church while I was working with our student ministry and Clay was interning with us! We had tons of mutual friends so we were friends for a long time before we started to date. We wanted to plan a wedding that described us to a tee and I believe we did just that :)

Flowers Culpepper Designs Invitations Logan Smith Jewelry BHLDN by Anthropologie Lighting & Decor Culpepper Designs Men’s Formal Wear Smith & James Officiant Tyler Tatum Photography Anna Duncan Photography Reception Venue Southern Bleachery Rentals Culpepper Designs Videography Kyle Vines Wedding Cake Holly’s Cakes Wedding Planner Angie Culpepper

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A L L T H AT G L I T T E R S I S G O L D Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our beautiful hotel boasts over 13,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting space. Offering more enjoyable spaces to work, meet, and connect, the Greenville Marriott is the ideal location to host your next big event.

When it comes to making your event memorable, the details matter. Our team at the Greenville Marriott has you fully covered! Your Marriott Certified Wedding Planner will partner with you every step of the way; through the contracting process, menu planning, as well as event management. We also have strong relationships throughout the area with amazing vendors to assist in anything additional you may need to make your event everything you imagined.

The Sales and Events team brings together years of experience from varieties of diverse and specialized events. Our Executive Chef and on-site culinary team provide full service catering with a great variety of in-house or custom menu options. Also, our banquet staff will provide full setup & service to ensure your event is perfect. It’s time to gather brilliantly.

It’s time to book your next venue at the Greenville Marriott.

G R E E N V I L L E M A R R I OT T One Parkway East, Greenville, SC 29615 GreenvilleMarriott.com T 864.297.0300 I F 864.281.0801