Common House is ideal for hosting one-of-a-kind gatherings and celebrations.

Our private event spaces are open to members and non-members alike and provide an all-inclusive atmosphere, complete with in-house catering, full bar services, furniture, and a professional waitstaff. Select a House location below to learn more and make an inquiry.

Our Venues

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Charlottesville, Virginia

Richmond, Virginia

Chattanooga, Tennesse

New Orleans, Louisiana

For smaller gatherings, we can't think of a better space then Room 328. Corporate retreats, board meetings, and even your intimate wedding reception will fit just perfectly.⁠
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Photographer: @chelseadianephotography⁠
Planner: @eloperva

A romantic stairwell moment at our Chattanooga House
📸: @caseyyo

Spring has sprung in Charlottesville— and we're ready for more rooftop festivities. ⁠
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📸: @heatherdodgephotography

Warmer days aren't too far away in Richmond, and our Courtyard is the ideal locale for your upcoming private event.⁠
📸: @annakardosphoto

Bridal party looking 💪⁠
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📸: @alexisdimmer_

"From the point of view of a wedding photographer, this place is incredible for beautifully intimate celebrations. We love how central the location is to everything while also feeling private at the same time. The space has plenty of variety and

A sparkly Ruby Hall setup we can't forget⁠
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Planning & Design: @vivid.details⁠
Venue, Bar, and Catering: @commonhousechatt⁠
Photographer: @joshnewton⁠
Florist: @emilykayefloral⁠
Entertainment: @emeraldempireband⁠
Cake: @lonestarchattanooga⁠
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Nothing better than a full house of those we love.⁠
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Photography: @the.lumiere.collective

Testimonials

Private Events Testimonials

“We have held several company events there, and they are a true pleasure to work with. The space is truly incomparable to anything in town, so the atmosphere is always excellent, but the staff is also very easy to work with, booking is a breeze, and everything is seamless upon arrival. Really a great option for a company looking to hold a nice private event!”

— Sasah, Common House Charlottesville

“We were so impressed with the service of everyone at Common House and really appreciated everything you all did to accommodate us and make sure that Taylor and I were taken care of throughout the night. You all even stepped up to handle my bustle!! Your communication and service throughout the entire process has been awesome and I'm so grateful we got to work with you.

Overall we had an amazing time and were happy with how things turned out. We've gotten so much great feedback from our guests about the food, the cake, and the overall evening!”

— Hankins Wedding, Common House Richmond

“We're still reliving our days at CH and continue to talk about how it was the PERFECT venue for what we envisioned. We are CH advocates and ambassadors for life!!”

— Lexi and Sam, Common House Richmond

"Having our reception at Common House was the best decision we made for our wedding. We received so much positive feedback from our guests: from the delicious food (we heard from many that it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had!) to the superb service from the staff (truly 5 star service!) We knew it was going to be great, but our expectations were still exceeded. We were blown away by Common House and I can’t recommend it enough!"

— Allison, Common House Charlottesville

“I highly recommend Common House! The venue is absolutely gorgeous. The staff is incredibly efficient and responsive. The food — oh my goodness — the food was simply delicious. I can’t think of a single criticism or complaint. I am so grateful that my son and his new wife selected CH as our rehearsal dinner venue. I’m not being paid to write this, know it sounds too good to be true. I’m just one very happy mother of the groom!!”

— Christina, Common House Chattanooga

“Common House makes wedding planning and wedding execution painless and easy because of its team, space, in-house bar/catering and things included in your rental fee that would otherwise be very costly, including the beautiful wooden tables and chairs. I could go on forever. Can't say enough kind words about this place or its people or experiences there before, during, and even after our wedding!”

— Kristi and Jordan, Common House Chattanooga

“Our night was incredible by the way - I could write a novel of great things about Common House and staff, y'all were seriously amazing.”

— Thomas and Kim, Common House Richmond

“We had a wonderful evening! It was so glorious and everyone loved Common House and your staff. Thank you so much for all of your help to bring us to our wonderful day. We truly appreciate you all!”

— Cartwright Wedding, Common House Richmond

"We had a great experience hosting a very large event at the Common House! Our group enjoyed a fun and spirited cocktail hour and then an absolutely delicious seated dinner — the staff at the Common House catered to our every need up to the day of our event, and then of course, during the event! I really enjoyed working with the Common House and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a venue for a large group that wants to have good food and wine!"

—Melissa, Common House Charlottesville

“Common House was so perfect for our wedding day, we loved every minute.”

— Tibbetts/Perry Wedding, Common House Richmond

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of events can you host at Common House?
How can I check availability?
Do I need to be a Common House Member to book an event?
Does Common House offer day-of coordination?
Can the venue accommodate a DJ or live band?
Do you have a sound system and/or microphones for speeches?
When do you need to know the final guest count?
May we bring in an outside caterer?
Can we bring our own wine, beer or champagne? What about hard liquor?
What is included in the rental fee?
Are we allowed to bring in our own decorations?
What’s your weather contingency (backup) plan for outdoor spaces?

You name it, we can host it — weddings, rehearsal dinners, baby and bridal showers, graduation and birthday parties, corporate events...the list goes on. Bottom line: we have flexible private venue space and we’re here to make your event dreams come to life, whatever they may be.

The best way is to send your preferred dates to the Director of Events for your preferred House location. For Charlottesville, that’s Shannon (shannon.kontalonis@commonhouse.com), for Richmond, shoot us a note to richmondevents@commonhouse.com and for Chattanooga, reach out here chattanooga.events@commonhouse.com. We have several spaces for rent and will work to accommodate your date and party size.

Nope! That said, between our weekly programming, in-house restaurants, and coworking space, you may just want to join. Plus, Common House members receive discounts on event space fees and have access to book exclusive rooms in both Charlottesville and Richmond. For more info visit our membership page.

While our Directors of Events are rockstars, they aren’t meant to serve as your wedding planner, which we require for all wedding ceremonies and receptions. If you need recommendations, just let us know - we have a list of preferred vendors.

Whichever you choose, all our Common House locations and private venues can accommodate them. Which brings us to the next question…

Yes! Even better, basic A/V equipment is included in your rental fee. Equipment is available on a first come basis, reach out to the Director of Events for more information.

No rush, you don’t need to confirm your final guest count until two weeks before your date.

With the exception of a wedding cake, we don’t allow outside food and beverage. That said, we have an in-house sommelier, world-class chefs, and craft cocktail wizards on staff who are ready to bring your food and beverage dreams to life.

The short answer is no - we want to work with you to design an in-house beverage package that fits your event needs and budget. That said, outside wine and champagne are permitted for a corkage fee.

When we say “all-inclusive,” we mean it. Your rental fee includes use of the designated space, tables, chairs, plates, glassware, flatware, linen napkins, and speakers for background music. Limited A/V equipment is available at no additional cost and includes a projector, screen, mic, and speakers. Just let us know of any A/V requirements during your initial consult.

Yes! Our goal is to have your guests feel at home in our space, and for you to feel like you’ve really made the day your own. We just ask that you discuss decor plans with our events team so we can properly schedule decor drop-off and/or delivery. Also, to keep our space in good condition, we do not allow the use of glitter, confetti, fireworks, fog machines, or animals (service animals only). We also ask that you not bring any decor that must be nailed into or hung from the walls.

We have different rain plan options based on the number of expected guests. Don’t worry, the events team will go over these options before you sign a contract.