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About this venue
Iconic spaces, unforgettable celebrations, and a setting unlike anywhere else in Chattanooga. The Read House brings together grand architecture, sophisticated dining, and distinctive indoor and outdoor venues for a wedding weekend entirely your own. Celebrate beneath sparkling chandeliers in the showstopping Silver Ballroom, exchange vows or gather for cocktails in The Garden, or host an intimate dinner at Bridgeman’s Chophouse. From rehearsal dinners and welcome cocktails to grand receptions, after-parties, and farewell brunches, each celebration can take on a personality of its own. With beautifully appointed guest rooms, exceptional culinary experiences, and everything in the heart of downtown Chattanooga, The Read House is made for weddings that deserve to become part of its story.
Our event spaces
The Silver Ballroom
Show-stopping baroque luxury for your wedding.
A show-stopping venue steeped in romance, The Silver Ballroom pairs timeless baroque grandeur with effortless sophistication. Soaring floor-to-ceiling mirrored arches reflect the warm glow of a magnificent crystal chandelier, while intricate silver molding frames the entire space. Perfectly designed for unforgettable ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions, this opulent setting boasts soaring ceilings and soft ambient lighting that set a regal tone. From romantic candlelit aisles to glamorous black-tie dancing, every moment in this ballroom feels like a fairytale.
Guest capacity
Up to 400 Seated
Square footage
3,638
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
The Green Room
Emerald elegance meets timeless gilded glamour.
Drenched in rich, jewel-toned drama, The Green Room is a striking backdrop for couples seeking timeless elegance with a bold, romantic twist. Bold emerald green walls are accented by gilded full-length mirrors, intricate plasterwork, and brilliant crystal chandeliers that cast a warm, celebratory glow throughout the space. Perfectly suited for elegant dinner receptions, cocktail hours, or unforgettable candid photos, this captivating venue offers an atmosphere of vintage opulence. From exquisite seated dinners beneath ornate ceilings to cozy celebratory moments, every detail in this room feels extraordinarily special.
Guest capacity
Up to 160 Seated
Square footage
2,176
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Crutchfield Room
Modern elegance for intimate celebrations.
A refined complement to our grand ballrooms, the newly renovated Crutchfield Room brings a sleek, contemporary touch to romantic wedding celebrations. Highlighted by soft ambient lighting, elegant gold-accented mirrors, and clean-lined architectural details, this versatile space offers a chic backdrop for intimate ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, and lively cocktail receptions. Its flexible layout easily adapts to custom seating arrangements, while warm tones create an inviting atmosphere for your closest guests. Elegant yet understated, the Crutchfield Room offers modern style tailored for unforgettable moments.
Guest capacity
Up to 140 Seated
Square footage
922
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Chestnut Room
Vintage elegance with a cozy central fireplace.
Brimming with historic charm and details of a bygone era, the Chestnut Room offers a warm, romantic setting for your celebration. Elegant beaded chandeliers cast a gentle glow across coffered ceiling details, rich crown molding, and sophisticated neutral decor. At the heart of the space, a cozy focal fireplace creates an inviting atmosphere that naturally draws guests together. Perfectly suited for intimate ceremonies, cocktail hours, or rehearsal dinners, this timeless room blends classic architectural character with refined elegance.
Guest capacity
Up to 75 Seated
Square footage
1,298
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Centennial Room
Sunlit elegance made for an iconic entrance.
Designed for unforgettable moments, The Centennial Room pairs meticulously restored architecture with bright, airy elegance. Abundant natural light streams into the space, illuminating sparkling chandeliers and refined details throughout. A featured grand stage provides a captivating focus for ceremonies, toasts, or live entertainment, while an adjoining terrace offers a seamless indoor-outdoor flow for cocktail hours. Whether configured for an elaborate feast or a chic reception, this radiant room delivers a drama-filled, sophisticated setting for your big day.
Guest capacity
Up to 285 Seated
Square footage
2,950
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
The Garden
A romantic formal garden with a central fountain.
A breathtaking outdoor sanctuary, The Garden at The Read House offers a romantic backdrop for your celebration. Framed by lush evergreens and vibrant blooming perennials, this formal garden features a manicured lawn space and a polished hardscape court designed for an effortless ceremony and reception flow. At the heart of the space, a romantic centerpiece fountain adorned with elegant statuary sets an enchanting tone. Perfect for sunlit vows, outdoor cocktail hours, and starry receptions, this serene haven brings timeless garden romance to your big day.
Guest capacity
Up to 140 Seated
Square footage
3,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
The Silver Ballroom
Show-stopping baroque luxury for your wedding.
A show-stopping venue steeped in romance, The Silver Ballroom pairs timeless baroque grandeur with effortless sophistication. Soaring floor-to-ceiling mirrored arches reflect the warm glow of a magnificent crystal chandelier, while intricate silver molding frames the entire space. Perfectly designed for unforgettable ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions, this opulent setting boasts soaring ceilings and soft ambient lighting that set a regal tone. From romantic candlelit aisles to glamorous black-tie dancing, every moment in this ballroom feels like a fairytale.
Guest capacity
Up to 400 Seated
Square footage
3,638
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
The Green Room
Emerald elegance meets timeless gilded glamour.
Drenched in rich, jewel-toned drama, The Green Room is a striking backdrop for couples seeking timeless elegance with a bold, romantic twist. Bold emerald green walls are accented by gilded full-length mirrors, intricate plasterwork, and brilliant crystal chandeliers that cast a warm, celebratory glow throughout the space. Perfectly suited for elegant dinner receptions, cocktail hours, or unforgettable candid photos, this captivating venue offers an atmosphere of vintage opulence. From exquisite seated dinners beneath ornate ceilings to cozy celebratory moments, every detail in this room feels extraordinarily special.
Guest capacity
Up to 160 Seated
Square footage
2,176
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Crutchfield Room
Modern elegance for intimate celebrations.
A refined complement to our grand ballrooms, the newly renovated Crutchfield Room brings a sleek, contemporary touch to romantic wedding celebrations. Highlighted by soft ambient lighting, elegant gold-accented mirrors, and clean-lined architectural details, this versatile space offers a chic backdrop for intimate ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, and lively cocktail receptions. Its flexible layout easily adapts to custom seating arrangements, while warm tones create an inviting atmosphere for your closest guests. Elegant yet understated, the Crutchfield Room offers modern style tailored for unforgettable moments.
Guest capacity
Up to 140 Seated
Square footage
922
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Chestnut Room
Vintage elegance with a cozy central fireplace.
Brimming with historic charm and details of a bygone era, the Chestnut Room offers a warm, romantic setting for your celebration. Elegant beaded chandeliers cast a gentle glow across coffered ceiling details, rich crown molding, and sophisticated neutral decor. At the heart of the space, a cozy focal fireplace creates an inviting atmosphere that naturally draws guests together. Perfectly suited for intimate ceremonies, cocktail hours, or rehearsal dinners, this timeless room blends classic architectural character with refined elegance.
Guest capacity
Up to 75 Seated
Square footage
1,298
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Centennial Room
Sunlit elegance made for an iconic entrance.
Designed for unforgettable moments, The Centennial Room pairs meticulously restored architecture with bright, airy elegance. Abundant natural light streams into the space, illuminating sparkling chandeliers and refined details throughout. A featured grand stage provides a captivating focus for ceremonies, toasts, or live entertainment, while an adjoining terrace offers a seamless indoor-outdoor flow for cocktail hours. Whether configured for an elaborate feast or a chic reception, this radiant room delivers a drama-filled, sophisticated setting for your big day.
Guest capacity
Up to 285 Seated
Square footage
2,950
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
The Garden
A romantic formal garden with a central fountain.
A breathtaking outdoor sanctuary, The Garden at The Read House offers a romantic backdrop for your celebration. Framed by lush evergreens and vibrant blooming perennials, this formal garden features a manicured lawn space and a polished hardscape court designed for an effortless ceremony and reception flow. At the heart of the space, a romantic centerpiece fountain adorned with elegant statuary sets an enchanting tone. Perfect for sunlit vows, outdoor cocktail hours, and starry receptions, this serene haven brings timeless garden romance to your big day.
Guest capacity
Up to 140 Seated
Square footage
3,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Available services that can be provided by The Read House Hotel, Downtown
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
Transportation & access
- Self parking - paid
Rentals
- China
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
Accommodations
- Room blocks offered
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