Plan Your Occasion

Trying to find an ideal location for that dream wedding? Searching for a safe, welcoming spot for your next family reunion? Belmont, N.C. is the perfect mix of fun and family-friendly activities, beautiful venues and southern charm. No matter your celebration, our city has the right blend to create memorable occasions. Here’s how you can spend your event with us:

Venues

• Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden: This 380-acre garden is a popular area venue for weddings and celebrations of all kinds, and there’s a good reason why – not only is it one of the most lovely spots in all of North Carolina, but The Garden also has both indoor and outdoor venues (such as the Wren Room or the Orchid Conservatory) that are the perfect fit for a variety of event needs. From corporate lunches to formal dinner and dancing or casual spring weddings, it’s a Garden for all seasons and events.
• Stowe Manor: This classic, beautiful southern mansion built in 1924 plays host to many events, and it’s just a ten-minute walk from historic downtown Belmont. In addition to spacious rooms that can accommodate family, corporate or wedding events, it also features Wisteria Inn, a five-bedroom inn that’s perfect for a small group looking to get away.
• Majestic Mill Weddings: The 67,000 square-foot historic building at Catawba River Antique Mall isn’t just for shopping; it is also home to Belmont’s newest wedding venue, Majestic Mill Weddings. This 5,000+ square-foot space is filled with the same rustic, industrial charm as the 109-year-old antique mall, ready for shabby chic, vintage-inspired nuptials.
• The Hampton Inn by Hilton Charlotte/Belmont@Montcross: The premier place to stay in Belmont. Not only can the Hampton accommodate both small groups and large, but they also have a host of meeting and gathering rooms that are great locales for casual get-togethers.

Catering

• The String Bean: Fresh seafood delivered daily, exquisite cheeses, beef straight from the restaurant butcher shoppe – this caterer tailors a menu to your needs straight from the downtown Belmont Main Street eatery.?
• Cherubs Café: From bountiful buffets to boxed picnic lunches, turn toward Cherubs Café for catering needs and support this Holy Angels vocational opportunity at the same time.
• H&M Catering: Customizing their services for your event and palette, this Gaston County caterer touts fresh, seasonal ingredients to reflect your vision, taste and personality.
• And many more!

Things to Do With Your Guests

• Enjoy Stowe Park, a popular location for festivals, and take a walk on one of the park’s trails.
• Head to the U.S. National Whitewater Center for an adventurous day of rafting, ropes courses, ziplining, paddleboarding, hiking, canoeing and more.
• Tackle Seven Oaks Preserve Trail, part of the Carolina Thread Trail.
• Swing by Piccolo Antique Mall, Meraki Interiors and other downtown stores for some shopping.
• Learn about rum-making and sample flavors from North Carolina’s first rum distillery, Muddy River Distillery. Or try local Rivermen Brewing for a pint of local craft beer.
• Stop at Abbey Basilica of Mary Help of Christians, one of just 64 basilicas in the U.S. recognized by the Vatican.