Open Air The Glebe

Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $10,000

Packages

Prices start at $10,000

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

Nestled in the peaceful, rolling farmlands of Charles City, Open Air The Glebe is only 30 minutes from Richmond or Williamsburg. This 10 acre farm features a historic home, scenic tree-lined drive, multiple barns, and a large tented patio. You can have your rehearsal dinner in the Tractor Pavilion, host your wedding reception under our 60'x90' tent, continue celebrating with an after-party--or whatever you like for a day, or for a long weekend. Our philosophy is that a celebration should reflect the vision, the culture, the traditions of each couple, therefore we allow you to hire the vendors that you choose (the day should not reflect our tastes and that of our "preferred list" of vendors/friends). The Events Team of Open Air The Glebe has over 50 combined years working in the event industry, therefore you also get the benefit of all the experience and resources that we have. Whatever you desire, we can make it happen!

Seated guest capacity

125-300

Venue type

Farms, Barns, Ranches
Historic Estates, Mansions

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor

12800 The Glebe Ln, Charles City, VA 23030

Our event spaces

Open Air

Whether lavish or casual, your guests will enjoy the natural beauty of our historic location with modern amenities.

On the expansive back lawn of the historic Glebe House, our brick patio was purpose-built for our 60' x 90' Epic Pole tent. Adjacent is The Coop Bar, preparation space for the caterer, restroom facilities and ample, well-lit parking.

Guest capacity

120-300 Seated

250-540 Standing

Square footage

5,400

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

- 60' x 90' tent - 300 white resin, padded folding chairs, - 37 60” round tables, - 1 48” round table, - 1 36” round table, - 20 6’ rectangular tables - 12’ x 16’ stage with skirting - Perimeter Lighting - Up to 3 bars - Catering space - restroom facilities

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Tractor Pavilion

The Tractor Pavilion is the ideal space to host a casual event to compliment your weekend celebration

Originally this structure housed the tractors and other farming implements, now this has been finished with a concrete floor, bistro lighting and rustic bar.

Guest capacity

75-160 Seated

75-240 Standing

Square footage

2,400

Ideal for

Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, After party, Farewell brunch

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Tables and chairs, cocktail tables, barstools, wine barrels, fire pits, restroom facility

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Glebe House

Enhance your celebration by staying the entire weekend, with overnight accommodations for up to 10.

3 bedroom, 3 full bathrooms, 1 king size bed and 4 queen sized beds. The kitchen is well-equipped with coffee maker, electric kettle, pots, pans, plates, glassware, cutlery--everything you need to enhance your stay.

Guest capacity

2-10 Seated

2-10 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

- 2 double queen rooms and full bath upstairs - master suite on the main level - cozy living room with overstuffed furniture - formal dining room, with seating for 12 at the table - eat-in gourmet kitchen with TV, ice maker, Viking gas stove, professional refrigerator, and full upright freezer.

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Cellar

An unexpected hide-away

Our cellar has been converted to a comfy den where a celebrant and attendants can get dressed, enjoy each other's company and await being called for pictures or the ceremony. The area has it's own entrance so it is easy for celebrants to keep the tradition of not seeing each other until the ceremony.

Guest capacity

1-10 Seated

1-20 Standing

Square footage

300

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-comfortable seating -clothing rack -refrigerator and beverage cooler -separate entrance -games -Smart TV

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing