Birmingham Wedding Celebrations

B & A Warehouse

Birmingham, Alabama’s Finest Gourmet Catering Company and Event Facility

It’s the Difference that Matters!

Event planning isn’t about searching for hotel ballrooms and country clubs anymore. Enjoy your next affair in the comfortable confines and historic personality of the B&A Warehouse, a venue versatile enough to handle functions from 15 to 1500.

Weddings at B&A Warehouse

Large or small, lavish or simple, B&A Warehouse welcomes you and promises to deliver a catered event worth remembering.

Specializing in all types of cuisine, and using only the freshest ingredients, our Chef will create a unique menu just for you.

You can rely on our award-winning team to exceed your highest expectations, and make your wedding day a spectacular one!

Mountain View Gardens and Ballroom

Mountain View Gardens And Ballroom is a wonderful place for weddings and other special events.

Our purpose is to eliminate hassle by providing you with nearly
eveything you need in one location.

Engaged

Engaged is a complimentary wedding resource boutique designed for today’s bride. From our convenient location in the heart of Homewood, brides can peruse vendor portfolios, set appointments, and view the hottest wedding trends. Our stress-free environment allows you plan your perfect wedding and enjoy being Engaged!

Engaged Hours
Tuesday-Friday 10:00-5:30
Saturday 10:00-2:00

Culinard Special Events (Donnelly House, Ballantrae)

We can serve you at your home, office, or virtually any site you choose. We can accommodate groups from 50 to more than 500.

Culinard Special Events Manages:

Historic Donnelly House
www.historicdonnellyhouse.com

Ballantrae Golf Course
www.ballantraegolf.com

The Venue @ Culinard
www.culinardcatering.com

The Bakery @ Culinard
www.bakeryatculinard.com

Gas Light House
www.gaslighthouse.com

Pelham Civic Complex
www.pelhamciviccomplex.com

Wynfrey Hotel & Wynfrey Occasions

WHERE SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY AND EUROPEAN ELEGANCE MEET

From the sparkling French chandeliers to the polished Italian marble, the Wynfrey was designed with luxury in mind – a perfect blend of gracious Southern Hospitality and Continental opulence.

A "home away from home" for the sophisticated traveler, The Wynfrey is designed with all of your needs in mind. From the state-of-the-art, 32,000 square foot meeting space to our private keyed access floors, the Chancellor’s Club Level, our elegant accommodations and attentive services await you.

And when it is time to dine, we invite you to an exquisite dining experience in Shula’s Steakhouse, located in our lobby area. If it is casual dining that you prefer, then, the Chicory Grill is the eatery to visit. If you desire a cocktail, or just want to unwind and sip a glass of wine, then the casual atmosphere of Ivory’s lounge awaits you.

For all of this and so much more, The Wynfrey Hotel is ranked as one of the top 100 hotels in the 20th Century. The Wynfrey, where Southern elegance and the finest in guest services meet to create an extraordinary hotel experience.

Alexander’s Angels

The Sonnet House

The Sonnet House was originally built in 1924. Nestled on 18 acres, with wrap around porches and a tin roof, The Sonnet House brings old world charm to new day sophistication. After extensive renovations to update the house while keeping the old world feel The Sonnet House has opened its doors for all of your special event needs!

We offer many amenities including large, fully furnished bride’s and groom’s rooms, a spacious open floor plan, many choices for a wedding ceremonial sight, and plenty of space for parking. We would love to host your next special event at The Sonnet House!

Viewings are available by appointment only. To schedule a viewing or book an event, please call or email us.

HP Hotels

Total Entertainment

WorkPlay

WorkPlay – where creative minds meet for Work and Play.

Our full service event planning staff is eager to help you plan your next event – no matter how large or small. From mixers to Holiday parties to fundraisers to corporate presentations and meetings to your wedding celebration, WorkPlay is the key venue for an amazing event your guests are sure to talk about for years to come.

Our creative and experienced staff has all the right tools to help you make your event a perfect one. We can assist you with hiring and coordinating bands, djs, comedians, florists, decorators, unique talent (such as clowns, jugglers, caricature artists, etc.) and activities (such as casinos, arcades, even an ice skating rink!) Our blank canvas is ready for your paint. Whatever your event requires, we will make it happen.

Inspired by the simple formula of work + play, the Hunter Brothers dedicated time, resources and money to create the premiere entertainment complex in the Southeast. After examining countless possibilities of names for the building - the Trout Farm, the Really Creative Factory, Entertainment Is Us, to name a few – they settled on the two concepts right under their nose. WorkPlay was born in Autumn, 2001.

Featuring the newest and most progressive technologies for both work and play, the facility is home to a live performance theatre, two recording studios, a 5,250 square foot sound stage, a creative office village, and a dynamic bar.

Designed to inspire creative endeavors and support collaboration, WorkPlay is a canvas for all things commercial and entertainment related.

Whatever your imagination demands, WorkPlay is your launching pad.

Make a film – or watch a film.
Record your music live – or listen to someone else’s live music.
Work here and relax – or relax here after work.

Wine Loft

Welcome to the Wine Loft in Downtown Birmingham!

Located in the Goodall Brown Building in the Loft District of Downtown Birmingham (directions), The Wine Loft is attracting a hip, cosmopolitan crowd. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Now offering free high speed wifi. Ask your server or bartender for a ticket and you’ll be online in seconds.

The Birmingham News 4/5 stars!

The Wine Loft in Birmingham is the perfect destination for your private event.

Visit our website to download and print our Private Event Menus, listed below:
A La Carte Items
Buffet Items
Cash Bar Options
Host Bar Options
Private Wine Tasting Events

Pastry Art Bake Shoppe

Pastry Art Cakes is located in the heart of Homewood, Alabama and has been serving the highest quality in creative baked goods for the past 10 years.

Famous for our incredibly delicious Baby Bites, we offer some of the best cakes in Birmingham. We love working with brides to create a perfect cake for their wedding or bridal tea.

Offering a deliciously diverse menu, we can accomodate the needs of your most important events. So give us a call or stop by and try something from our fresh baked pastry case!

Magnolia Springs Manor

Magnolia Springs Manor is an 1875 Southern home nestled in historic downtown Helena, Alabama. This two story home offers a truly magnificent location for many types of events. Host your wedding and reception on a fully landscaped, one acre lot. Stroll through the gardens and find the perfect spot for your wedding photo memories or spend some time in quiet reflection on the balcony. Make memories that last for a lifetime.

Give us a call to schedule a time to visit and experience the traditional beauty of a Classic Southern wedding.

Olexa’s Catering

Rehearsal Dinners, Bridesmaids Luncheons, Private Parties, Cakes, Catering, and Wedding Cakes.

Cafe Serving Lunch Monday- Saturday.

dreamcakes

Creating the Cake of Your Dreams

Whether you know exactly what style of cake you want, or you don’t have any idea where to begin, Dreamcakes is ready to help you make the wedding cake of your dreams. As the sweet centerpiece of your reception, you’ll want to make sure that you think carefully about all your delicious options. You might start by asking yourself these questions: What is your reception space like? How many servings will you need? What are your wedding colors? Do you want something extravagant? Or would you prefer something whimsical? These are the first steps toward personalizing your cake to your style and wedding theme.

There is also the question of the groom’s cake. Is there some hobby he’ll want to pay homage? Would he prefer cupcakes? Or is he thinking, like we do, that you can’t go wrong with traditional chocolate?

At Dreamcakes, taking all your wishes into consideration and creating sensational cakes for your wedding is our passion — cakes that truly taste as good as they look.

TownHouse at Mt. Laurel

Our venue has two levels which can be rented separately or together. The lower level is a classically styled banquet room which features Brazilian cherry floors and Italian light fixtures. We provide tables, Chiavari style ballroom chairs, and floor length tablecloths. The upper level is furnished with two sitting rooms and a billiards room. Each level is equipped with ipod compatible sound systems.
Unlike many other facilities, we welcome any licensed caterer or commercially prepared food. With each reservation, several extras are included at no charge: tulle bows for the backs of the chairs, a red carpet entranceway, use of glass centerpieces for your candles or flowers, and maps to our facility for your guests. For photos and prices, please visit www.TheTownHouseatMtLaurel.com.

parties
receptions
rehearsal dinners
meetings
any special occasion

Gabrella Manor

Weddings, receptions, parties, and more! Located in historic Roebuck Springs, Gabrella Manor, Inc. has developed the old Bundy estate to provide the privacy and ambiance of a historic home for both intimate gatherings and grand soirees. Hosting over 100 events each year, the staff and vendors at Gabrella Manor have experience and knowledge to make Gabrella Manor truly "Birmingham’s BEST location for celebration."

8912 Fourth Avenue South Birmingham, Alabama 35206

full-time staff

on-site catering and floral services

additional services from Birmingham’s best event vendors

total coordination and planning

comfortable with up to 300 guests, suitable for the intimacy of just a few

fully licensed and insured

Please do not hesitate to contact us, if you would like additional information, have questions, or would like to check the availability of a particular date or time.

gabrella@bellsouth.net

(205) 833-9754

NEXT GRAND OPEN HOUSE!

January 2008

images compliments of As You Like It Photography

flowers and decor by Gabrella Manor’s Floral Department

Historic Rucker Place

Rucker Place is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. According to officials with the Birmingham Historical Society, Rucker Place is the only existing example of shingle-style architecture in Birmingham. Indeed, it may be the only one of its type ever built in the city.

THE ART OF SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY, IT’S WHAT WE DO BEST!
We are PERFECT for any occasion!
Rucker Place hosts weddings, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings/exhibitions/seminars, christmas/holiday events, teas/showers, sorority/fraternity formals, reunions, and bar mitzvah/bat mitzvah.

We hope to make your next event a memorable one!

SMA Tours

Whether you are preparing for a destination wedding in St. Thomas or a haute honeymoon in Bora Bora, SMA Tours’ South American and European/Middle East travel professionals are capable of tailoring an experience for you and the one you love, while incorporating all of the details that will make this journey all about the two of you.

SMA Tours’ expertise includes a special emphasis on building a relationship of confidence and trust with clients, allowing them to relax with peace of mind and enjoy the experience of their journey, while we manage all travel details. With SMA Tours, your personal adventure can include boutique hotels such as The Duke Hotel, located along Ambassador Row in the Villa Borghese in Italy to grand voyages through Holland America Cruise Lines. And to ensure your journey flows smoothly from start to finish, all SMA Tours clients enjoy the guarantee that an SMA Tours representative is available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week for emergency travel assistance.

In addition to our travel professionals, SMA Tours’ services are coupled with Certified Meeting Professionals (CMP) and administrative support staff, therefore we are equipped with professionals capable of orchestrating an intimate, yet luxurious, trip for two, as well as a grand international destination wedding for your largest group and everything in between, all the while ensuring you enjoy the experience of "being there" - wherever "there" may be!

Finally, our global relationships are marked by a number of prestigious international hotels providing the highest level of service to our clients. Our international event planning experience covers venues in England, Holland, France, the Middle East and Italy, to name a few. Our expertise in European tours, with a special emphasis on Italy and Greece, is manifested in our working relationships with influential leaders in the travel and business industry in Italy.

SMA Tours welcomes all brides and grooms for an initial honeymoon consultation to become acquainted with the services offered through a full service travel agency. We will even work with the groom to plan an unforgettable surprise honeymoon for his beautiful bride. Don’t forget to mention SMA Tours to the parents of the bride and groom, as well.
More than ever - the parents are also looking for a getaway after the wedding celebration!

Park Lane

Park Lane by Kathy G. is a warm and inviting site for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, corporate lunches and dinners of all sizes and styles, social events and other parties. It is conveniently located in Mountain Brook’s English Village with easy access and plenty of parking. Kathy G. & Company can help you with planning a great menu, as well as the look and style of the event such as linens, florals, decor/props, entertainment, and any other party needs.

Royal amenities include: A 1930’s Chicago-style bar with vintage wood detailing and a granite top open chef counter. The beautiful hardwood floors, side risers for seating guests and neutral color scheme make decorating easy.

CAPACITY
Reception: 325
Seated: 175

PRIVATE DINING ROOM CAPACITY
Reception: 60
Seated: 40

PHONE (205) 871-5551 or (205) 942-4210
parklane@kathyg.com

Carraway-Davie House and Corretti Catering

The Carraway-Davie House was built in 1972 as the residence of Dr. Clayton Davie, a Birmingham
neurosurgeon. In 1979, Dr. Davie donated this remarkable home to the Carraway Methodist
Medical Center to be used for hosting events ranging from corporate conferences, weddings,
Christmas parties and other social events. In 2002 Corretti Incorporated obtained the property
and currently promotes events of all natures and also provides upscale catering for onsite as well as
offsite functions.

The Carraway-Davie House is a unique blend of past and present containing many architectural
elements salvaged from historic Alabama landmarks, placing the house on the Historical Registry.

Woodrow Hall

SpringHill Suites by Marriott

SpringHill Suites by Marriott at the Colonnade

Treat your wedding guests to a room that’s 25% larger than a traditional hotel room. Add energetic and exceptional service, and you’ve got Springhill Suites. Your guests will be happy and more importantly they won’t have to spend a fortune. Let Springhill Suites Birmingham help make your wedding day one that will be enjoyed by all.

Our four story hotel boasts 120 beautifully appointed suites that are equipped with a cozy pantry area, a coffee maker, mini-refrigerator, sink and microwave. Free wired and wireless internet, a flat panel television and i-home docking stations provide the comforts of home. Our fitness center has individual television screens and we have an outdoor pool. Sleep will come easy in the new bed from Springhill Suites supplied luxury bedding with crisp linens, thicker mattresses and fluffier pillows.

Springhill Suites features a meeting room available to brides and grooms for showers, post-wedding brunches, and other small gatherings. We work with several caterers in Birmingham who will set-up a brunch, luncheon or dinner in our meeting room.

Call or e-mail us today to reserve your room block.

Apex Valet

Apex Valet specializes in valet service, traffic direction and golf cart rentals for private parties and corporate events.

Rosewood Hall

Rosewood Hall is an event facility located in the heart of downtown Homewood in SoHo Square.

Our reception hall can transform to hold as few as 50 guests or up to 650 of the loved ones you care to share your special day with. As one of the few facilities in Birmingham that allows outside catering & decorators, we can assure you that your event will be exactly what your dreams are made of.

Cobb Lane Carriage House

Hyatt Place Hoover

Residence Inn by Marriott

Residence Inn Hoover

We’re comfortable and practical, in other words, everything bridesmaid dresses are not! Your wedding guests will enjoy a spacious comfortable suite with all the amenities of home. Our rooms are 50% larger than regular hotel rooms and your guests won’t have to spend a fortune while they are here.

Our hotel provides the following services and amenities:
• 118 rooms on five stories
• Fully equipped kitchens with granite countertops, coffee makers, a full sized refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave
• Complimentary wireless and wired High-Speed Internet service
• Flat panel televisions with premium channels
• Suites with separate living and sleeping areas
• Sleeper sofas
• Luxury bedding with crisp linens, thicker mattresses, and fluffier pillows
• Complimentary full hot breakfast buffet
• The Market, a 24 hour self serve pantry
• Outdoor pool and putting green
• Exercise room
• Outdoor grill/Patio/Firepit

Our hotel has a meeting room that is perfect for showers, brunches and rehearsal dinners. We currently work with several caterers in the Birmingham area who are more than happy to set up a luncheon or dinner in the meeting room.

Call us today to reserve a room block for your special day!

The Historic Tutwiler Hotel

SouthernMagnolia

Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail - Oxmoor Valley

When you wander through the expansive, rustic dining area at Oxmoor Valley, you’ll probably wonder if all golf courses are like this. They’re not. This place boasts a charm all it’s own.

Maybe your rehearsal dinner will be a cozy, intimate affair with family and special friends. Or maybe the guest list tops 200...all of whom plan to attend. To accommodate both scenarios, Oxmoor Valley offers a range of brands but only one brand of service: the very best. Our special event spaces are located on one of the world’s most renowned golf courses. Our service is affordable but no less accommodating.

We look forward to showing you our facility and talking with you about your specific ideas and how we can work with you to make your event truly unforgettable. To schedule a brief tour or with questions, please contact Scott Glidewell at 205-769-1340 or Allison Nichols at 205-769-1308

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

The Cates House

Lorretta Goodwin Gallery

Since 1982, Loretta Goodwin Gallery has established itself as one of the Southeast’s premier fine art galleries and is now available to host intimate gatherings and special events. Working with talented designers and cutting edge style will insure your event will not go unnoticed.

Hyatt Place Birmingham Downtown

The White House

Mathews Manor

Everything IZ

Everything Iz encompasses all areas of the growing business including Iz Catering, a full service catering department & Iz the Place, the new event space.

Our experienced staff, most of whom have been with Cafe Iz since conception, are committed to giving the best possible service making each event one to remember. Each of our knowledgeable staff of design, culinary, and service professionals are dedicated to excellence and ensure that your event is executed flawlessly. Our professional staff provides the best in service, whereas our culinary team brings the gourmet design our restaurant has made known, to your table.

When Iz is your event and catering partner, you can rely on us to provide more than just dynamic cuisine and outstanding service because our passion is making great impressions.

TurnBrooke Manor

TurnBrooke Manor is an established venue for weddings and we invite you to visit our facility and see the reasons why you would want us to host your special day. We offer several breathtaking views of the mountains beyond but most couples opt to use the 16 foot octagonal gazebo which overlooks a large lake with Double Oak Mountain as a backdrop.

A magnificent, finely wrought covered porch wraps around this impressive Victorian estate home located on 80 acres. The gracious two-story foyer provides a direct view into the great room. To the left of the foyer is a library and to the right is a dramatic, octagonal-shaped dining room.

A luxurious master suite is located on the first floor and opens to the front and rear covered porches. This suite serves as the Bridal suite which contains a through-fireplace, sitting room and dressing room, which includes two separate vanities.

The Groom and groomsmen can enjoy a three room suite located on the second floor with a restful lounge overlooking the patio and pool area.

We hope TurnBrooke Manor will be the facility for a perfect beginning for you and your spouse to be.

Rare Transportation

Alabama’s Premiere Transportation Service specializing in special events. Our fleet consists of 25 and 35 passenger busses.

The Harbert Center

If your dream of a perfect wedding includes elegant surroundings, impeccable service and fabulous food, The Harbert Center is the place for you. Built of Italian granite with mahogany accents, we offer a unique, sophisticated setting. And our spiral staircase is a favorite spot for tossing the bridal bouquet. In addition to weddings and receptions, The Harbert Center is also perfect for engagement parties, Bridesmaids’ luncheons and rehearsal dinners. The Event Sales Team is proud to offer their expertise as Certified Wedding Specialists for "day of" coordination of your ceremony and reception held at The Harbert Center.

GoPro Event Solutions

Jennifer E. Gowers - President - Jennifer discovered her love for event planning while working with the events committee in college. While earning her degree in Marketing, she became the Special Events Director and Major Entertainment Director of the University Program Council at Auburn.

After graduating, Jennifer was hired by a major concert promotions company where she provided a variety of coordination services including artist dressing room hospitality, bookkeeping and festival catering. She continues to work with regional festivals like City Stages, Montgomery Jubilee Cityfest, Crawfish Boil and Mobile’s Bayfest.

Jennifer’s event experience continued with a major event facility here in Birmingham. With the concert industry and event industry, she expanded her experience into almost every facet of event planning and production.

Jennifer continues to educate herself in the event industry by attending tradeshows to learn more about current trends in the industry. She joined the International Special Events Society this past year and is planning on becoming a Certified Special Event Planner by the end of 2008.

After 17 years, GoPro Event Solutions is the final step in Jennifer’s quest in establishing the ultimate event planning option. Bringing together the best ingredients for her client’s event is her utmost concern. The talent that Birmingham’s creative event community owns is second to none. Every event is unique, and with the right management element that GoPro provides, it can also be enjoyable & rewarding.

Try GoPro today and find out what’s possible for you!

GoPro is your one stop for the following event services:

-Conduct research on the best location & event concept along with the current event trends
-Create an event design
-Find an event site
-Hiring & organizing the catering, décor & entertainment for the event
-Contract negotiations with hotels, vendors, entertainment, etc
-Insurance and liability coverage for the event
-Hire security & valet services
-Sending invitations
-Arranging transportation & accommodations for the guests
-Supervising the installation and production of the event
-Evaluate the event with the client after the event
-Destination Management Services