The South Carolina Aquarium

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $4,500 for off-peak dates, and $5,000 for peak dates

Packages

Prices start at $900

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

With unrivaled panoramic views of the Charleston Harbor and Ravenel Bridge, breathtaking living sea life, indoor and outdoor ceremony options and sleek open architecture that suits any vision, the South Carolina Aquarium is a unique wedding venue sure to wow your guests! Enjoy private access to the Aquarium galleries for up to 500 guests (up to 200 seated), with customization for table placement, catering stations, bar service, entertainment and more. Your wedding at the South Carolina Aquarium is guaranteed to make waves!

Seated guest capacity

  • 20-200

Venue type

  • Aquariums, Zoos
  • Beaches, Waterfront Settings

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
100 Aquarium Wharf, Charleston, SC 29401

Our event spaces

Aquarium Galleries

Say “I do” with the perfect personalized experience

With expansive waterfront views and an exclusive downtown Charleston location, your wedding at the South Carolina Aquarium will stand out from the others, it has a 6,985 sft. on the first floor and 6,570 sft. on the second floor. Celebrate among more than 4,000 animals in the Aquarium Galleries.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 500 Standing

Square footage

6,985

Guests often feel this space is

“Magical”

Included in this room:

Rentals include four hours of venue use, access to the Aquarium’s indoor exhibits and the outdoor Harbor Overlook. All rentals require a $2,000 reservation deposit and an additional $500 refundable damage deposit. Please inquire about holiday weekend rates

Harbor Overlook

An adjoining outdoor space

The adjoining outdoor space allows you to create an unforgettable night that’s all your own at the Aquarium.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

640

Guests often feel this space is

“unique and fun”

Included in this room:

Rentals include four hours of venue use, access to the Aquarium’s indoor exhibits and the outdoor Harbor Overlook. All rentals require a $2,000 reservation deposit and an additional $500 refundable damage deposit. Please inquire about holiday weekend rates

Aquarium Galleries

Say “I do” with the perfect personalized experience

With expansive waterfront views and an exclusive downtown Charleston location, your wedding at the South Carolina Aquarium will stand out from the others, it has a 6,985 sft. on the first floor and 6,570 sft. on the second floor. Celebrate among more than 4,000 animals in the Aquarium Galleries.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 500 Standing

Square footage

6,985

Guests often feel this space is

“Magical”

Included in this room:

Rentals include four hours of venue use, access to the Aquarium’s indoor exhibits and the outdoor Harbor Overlook. All rentals require a $2,000 reservation deposit and an additional $500 refundable damage deposit. Please inquire about holiday weekend rates

The South Carolina Aquarium packages

Package A

Peak pricing $900

Off-peak pricing $900

Description

In addition to the base venue rental, you will receive: 30 minutes of additional time, 30 minutes of rehearsal time one day prior to your wedding, An animal encounter, OR a one-year Aquarium membership

Package B

Peak pricing $1,400

Off-peak pricing $1,400

Description

In addition to the base venue rental, you will receive: 60 minutes of additional time, 45 minutes of rehearsal time one day prior to your wedding, An animal encounter OR a one-year Aquarium membership, The Shallows experience

Available services that can be provided by The South Carolina Aquarium

Services & amenities

  • Event staff
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - paid
  • Shuttle
  • Wheelchair accessible

Reviews

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  • Unique Venue

    •Verified review
    •Pinnacle Weddings, SC•Jun 5, 2024

    We have worked many times with the Aquarium and their staff and communication is always very good and we enjoy working with them. Their is a tight turnover for the set up but the staff do everything they can to facilitate an easier set up in a short space of time. We have had many happy clients and many beautiful weddings at the aquarium

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