The Space
Board & Batten Events is a wedding venue in Lexington, in the heart of North Carolina’s Piedmont, built around the warm, family-run hospitality the owners put at the center of everything. The setting pairs an expertly designed indoor event space with an idyllic outdoor property, so it reads as polished and personal rather than a bare rental hall. From the moment you book, the team treats you like family and takes care of the details, which is a real difference on a wedding day when a hundred small things all need to go right. The result is a venue that feels genuinely warm and elegant in person, well suited to couples in the Triad who want a hands-on team and a space that photographs beautifully without a ton of added decor to dress it up.
Capacity & Layout
The property is set up to run the whole day in one place, with both indoor and outdoor ceremony locations so you are covered no matter the forecast. The vast back lawn makes a picturesque outdoor ceremony spot, while an indoor fireplace sets a cozy, intimate tone if you decide to move inside. An outdoor patio handles cocktail hour, giving guests room to relax and mingle before dinner, and the flow carries naturally into the reception space. Because the ceremony, cocktails, and reception all live on the same grounds, the timeline stays simple and guests are never shuttled between sites. That single-property layout suits both smaller, intimate weddings and larger celebrations, and it keeps the energy connected from the first look all the way to the final send-off.
Amenities
Board & Batten leans into the details that make a day comfortable and fun. A dedicated bridal suite comes with a hair and makeup bar, a sitting area with plush couches and chairs, and a mirror set up for capturing bridal portraits, while a separate Grooms Quarters offers a flat-screen TV, a mini fridge, and comfortable furniture for the guys to get ready. Place settings and glassware are included with catering and bar packages, giving the tables an elegant, coordinated look, and guest entertainment is built in with an included bocce ball court and an optional outdoor games package. For the entertainment, the indoor reception space gives a wedding DJ enclosed walls and controlled acoustics, so the dance floor stays powerful and full from the first song to the last.
Location & Getting There
Board & Batten sits in Lexington, right between Winston-Salem, Greensboro, and High Point, which makes it easy for guests coming from anywhere in the Triad to reach without a long drive. Lexington is famous for its barbecue and small-town charm, so out-of-town guests have plenty to do and easy places to stay nearby before and after the wedding. The property itself still feels tucked away and private once you arrive, giving you that peaceful, in-the-country wedding feel while staying minutes from the interstate and the region’s hotels. That balance of central Triad access and a private, welcoming setting is a big part of what draws couples to it.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Our wedding DJ packages start at $1,500, and just $400 reserves your date. Your final price depends on add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 deposit reserves your date.
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