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Grand Marquise Ballroom Weddings

As the father of two precious little girls, I understand many young ladies dream of being Disney princesses. As they grow up, for many of these women, their dreams of being a princess never really go away. As a wedding photographer, I love making that dream a reality, even if it’s only for a day. One great place to live your princess wedding day fantasy is at The Grand Marquise Ballroom in Garner. There are so many reasons to love this venue.

Elegant grand marquise ballroom wedding venue interior.

Be a Princess at the Grand Marquise Ballroom

Two women admire and arrange a bridal gown for a Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding.
Seven smiling women in matching gold dresses, one in a white gown, seated and standing around an ornate bench at the Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding.

It’s Got That Staircase

You know the staircase. Pretty much every Disney princess walks down it into a gorgeous ballroom. The Grand Marquise Ballroom has that staircase, allowing you to make a grand entrance. Plus, it provides great photo opportunities. Pictures of the bride walking down the staircase are something you can treasure forever. Photos of the couple or the whole bridal party posing on the staircase are something to be treasured for years.

Bride and bridesmaids posed on a staircase with bouquets at the Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding, with a wedding cake in the background.
A bride in a white gown sits surrounded by her bridesmaids wearing matching golden dresses at the Grand Marquise Ballroom.

The staircase also works well for the actual wedding ceremony. The bride and groom can exchange vows on it with their bridal party by their sides. Because the guests are below, looking up at the couple, everyone gets a good seat to the ceremony.

A bride walking down the aisle with an older gentleman, possibly her father, in the grand marquise ballroom as guests look on and take photos.
A wedding ceremony in the Grand Marquise Ballroom with guests watching the bride and groom at the altar, flanked by floral arrangements.
A wedding ceremony in the grand marquise ballroom with a bride and groom exchanging vows at the altar, flanked by bridesmaids in red dresses and groomsmen in blue suits.
A Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding ceremony in progress with the bride and groom holding hands at the altar, surrounded by bridesmaids, groomsmen, and two young ring bearers.
A wedding ceremony taking place in the grand marquise ballroom with guests seated on either side as the bridal party stands at the altar.

The Setting

As the name says, it is a ballroom. If you’ve ever dreamed of a large ballroom wedding with plenty of room for dining and a spacious dance floor, you cannot go wrong with The Grand Marquise Ballroom. One fun feature about your dance floor is that it’s monogrammed specifically for the married couple. This North Carolina wedding venue also includes beautiful chandeliers, which are sure to make your wedding photographs look wonderful.

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Bride and groom posing on an elegant staircase with floral decorations at the Grand Marquise Ballroom.

The ballroom can accommodate up to 400 guests, which likely means you won’t have to leave anyone off the guest list if you get married here or even if you just hold your reception at the venue. They have a rental cost for up to 200 guests and another for 200+ guests. To figure out how much you can expect to spend on your venue rental, get a good feel for how many guests you expect.

A multi-tiered wedding cake with an Eiffel Tower design and red roses, displayed at the grand marquise ballroom.

Grand Marquise Ballroom Wedding Reception

A couple holding hands at the top of a staircase adorned with white flowers at a grand marquise ballroom wedding.
Bride and groom sharing their first dance at a grand marquise ballroom wedding reception.
Couple sharing their first dance in the Grand Marquise Ballroom as guests look on.
Bride and groom playing the shoe game at their Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding reception with guests watching.
A Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding cake with figurine toppers displayed on a table with candles and floral decorations, with a staircase in the background.
A couple sharing a kiss at their Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding reception.

Vendors

Picking the right vendors for your wedding can be hard, especially if you are not familiar with the companies. Luckily, The Grand Marquise Ballroom has a list of preferred vendors. We are included as a preferred photographer. You can also find wedding planners, bakeries, catering, florists, DJs, and other services on the venue’s list. Picking from this list allows you to know that the company is professional and that they are familiar with the venue. This will make your day go a lot smoother and allow you to relax and enjoy your wedding day.

Dj performing at a bustling dance floor during an elegant Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding event.
A couple dances enthusiastically at a grand marquise ballroom wedding with other attendees in the background.
Guests enjoying a lively moment at the grand marquise ballroom during a wedding.
Guests enjoying a lively moment at a grand marquise ballroom wedding.
A group of women dressed in formal attire striking playful poses at a Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding.
Elegant event in the Grand Marquise Ballroom with guests surrounding a dance floor while a woman stands at the center.
Guests dancing and enjoying themselves at a grand marquise ballroom wedding.
A group of women dancing together in the Grand Marquise Ballroom, under the glow of elegant chandeliers.

The Pictures

Many of the great pictures at this venue were taken inside. From your staircase photos to pictures on the dance floor with the crystal chandeliers in the background, you are sure to love how your wedding photos turn out. Even the Grand Entry Parlor with its ornate columns has some wonderful photo opportunities. One great thing I love about this venue is that stunning pictures continue as you step outside. The beautiful trees in front of the venue provide great backdrops for outdoor wedding pictures.

A couple sharing a dance in the Grand Marquise Ballroom with checkered flooring and a chandelier.
Elegant couple in formal wedding attire posing on stairs at the Grand Marquise Ballroom with decorative lanterns and plants in the background.

I would never suggest a wedding venue that I have not visited myself (okay, maybe I would if I were looking to get invited to take wedding photos there). With that in mind, I have photographed multiple weddings at this venue. Check out some of my photos at The Grand Marquise Ballroom to get a feel for my photography style and to understand the wonderful photo opportunities this venue offers. Then, if you feel that I would be a good fit for your wedding photography needs, contact me to learn more.

A bride and groom sharing a kiss during a night-time Grand Marquise Ballroom wedding celebration surrounded by guests with sparklers.

Grand Marquise Ballroom

Address: 245 New Fidelity Ct, Garner, NC 27529
Website: https://grandmarquiseballroom.com/pages/ball-room-main


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