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For weddings, larger events, and corporate holiday parties, 6–12 months is typical in Charleston. That said, we are always happy to work with the timeline you have if the date is available. Corporate meetings, private dinners, and smaller gatherings can often come together on a shorter timeline.

Fill out the inquiry form on our website with your event type, preferred date, estimated guest count, and any details you already know. From there, a member of our team will review your inquiry and be in touch within 2–3 business days.

Yes. Tours are available by appointment. Submit an inquiry and we will help set up a time to walk you through the space. A virtual walkthrough is also coming soon for guests, planners, and clients who are not local to Charleston.

Yes. Union Station hosts corporate gatherings, holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, nonprofit events, private celebrations, weddings, and more. The venue is designed to work for many kinds of events, not just one format.

Union Station has two main event areas. The front bar space comfortably holds 30 or fewer guests and works well for smaller gatherings, cocktail hours, and more intimate events. The main event space can host up to 125 seated guests or 200 guests cocktail-style. The room can accommodate up to 250 guests theater-style, though the rental includes 200 chairs, so any additional seating would need to be rented by the host.

The space can work for intimate gatherings, small and mid-sized events, and larger receptions depending on the layout and event format.

Yes. Smaller events can work well in the front bar space, which has a warm, more intimate feel. For groups using the larger event space, the room can be arranged in a way that feels full and intentional without making the building feel empty.

Depending on the event, that might mean adjusting the layout, using furniture placement thoughtfully, adding a stage or speaker area, or creating a more defined footprint within the room.

Private event bookings include access to the main event space, front bar area, upstairs lounge, and catering prep area.

The upstairs lounge can be used in different ways depending on the event. For weddings, it may serve as a getting-ready space. For corporate or social events, it may work well as a green room, speaker prep area, quiet space, or private holding area.

Natural wood Chiavari chairs, 60″ round tables, and standard bar glassware are included with your rental. Specialty glassware may need to be rented separately depending on your bar menu, service style, or event design.

Union Station is located at 652-A King Street in downtown Charleston. The venue is on Upper King, close to many downtown hotels, restaurants, bars, and local businesses.

Yes. There are two large paid city parking lots adjacent to the venue, which is helpful in downtown Charleston. You can check current city parking rates and garage locations before your event. Union Station is also walkable from many popular downtown hotels and nearby destinations.

Audiovisual updates are coming soon as part of our planned venue improvements. If AV is important for your event, especially for a corporate meeting, presentation, nonprofit program, or speaker-focused event, please mention that in your inquiry so our sales team can confirm what will be available by your event date.

No. All food and beverage at Union Station is handled in-house by Rosemary & Rye, the Charleston catering and bar team connected to the venue.

This is part of how Union Station works. Food, bar, staffing, and service are planned alongside the space, which helps keep the process more connected for hosts and guests.

No. Outside alcohol is not permitted. Bar service is handled by our in-house bar team.

This is for legal, insurance, safety, and service reasons. Our team manages the bar from start to finish, which helps keep beverage service consistent, properly staffed, and aligned with the event.

Yes. Rosemary & Rye can accommodate many common dietary restrictions and allergies with advance notice. Please include any dietary needs in your inquiry or share them with your sales manager as your menu is being planned.

For severe allergies, our team will talk through what is possible and how best to handle service. While we take dietary needs seriously, our kitchen does handle common allergens, so we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.

Food and bar service are planned around the type of event, guest count, menu, and service style. A corporate lunch, cocktail reception, rehearsal dinner, wedding, and fundraiser will all need something a little different.

Our team will talk through what makes sense for your event, whether that is passed hors d’oeuvres, stations, a seated dinner, beer and wine, full bar service, signature cocktails, zero-proof options, or something more custom.

There is no separate food and beverage minimum. Catering and bar are priced based on your menu, bar package, service style, and guest count. Food and beverage costs are in addition to the venue rental fee listed on our rate sheet.

Yes, outside vendors are welcome for many parts of the event. Planners, florists, photographers, entertainment, specialty rentals, and other event partners are welcome, and we are happy to share vendors we know and enjoy working with.

Outside food and alcohol are not permitted, with limited exceptions for specialty desserts such as wedding cakes, cupcakes, custom cookies, or similar items. If you have a specific dessert or specialty item in mind, mention it during the inquiry process and our team can talk through what is allowed.

Union Station includes tables and chairs, but you are also welcome to bring in outside rentals if you are looking for a different style or aesthetic.

All events must follow local noise ordinances and venue timing requirements. If you are planning a longer event, our team can talk through what is possible for your date and package.