The Space
Splendor Valley Events is an award-winning mountain wedding venue in Leicester, just outside Asheville in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. The venue offers a breathtaking backdrop for a special day, perfect for couples seeking an outdoor wedding surrounded by nature’s beauty and remarkable mountain views. But Splendor Valley is more than just a location; the heart of the venue lies in the genuine hospitality, care, support, and love couples receive from the team. That combination of stunning mountain scenery, wonderful accommodations, and a heartfelt, personal approach is what makes it an award-winning outdoor wedding venue. For couples who want a breathtaking, mountain-view wedding with an outdoor setting surrounded by nature and a team that truly cherishes each celebration, near Asheville, Splendor Valley Events is a distinctive and memorable choice where dreams genuinely come true.
Capacity & Layout
Splendor Valley Events is built around its breathtaking mountain views, giving couples a naturally stunning setting for an outdoor wedding. Couples can exchange vows outdoors with the Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop, letting the remarkable scenery and natural beauty carry much of the atmosphere, then celebrate the reception in the venue’s spaces. That flow gives the day a natural progression, and the mountain setting provides beautiful outdoor settings for the ceremony, cocktails, and photos. Because the venue also offers wonderful accommodations, couples and their guests can stay close and make a weekend of the celebration in the mountains. The outdoor, mountain-view setting suits both intimate weddings and larger celebrations, and the venue’s award-winning reputation speaks to how well it hosts them. Having the ceremony and reception together on one scenic mountain property keeps the celebration connected and wrapped in the natural beauty that draws couples to the Asheville area.
Amenities
Splendor Valley Events pairs its stunning setting with genuine, heartfelt hospitality, which the team describes as the true heart of the venue. Couples consistently point to the care, support, and love they receive as what sets Splendor Valley apart, so beyond the remarkable views, couples feel genuinely looked after throughout the experience. The venue offers wonderful accommodations, letting the wedding party and guests stay close in the mountains, and a semi-open vendor policy gives couples the flexibility to bring in insured, qualified vendors of their choice. The breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountain views and natural surroundings give photographers a spectacular backdrop that needs no enhancement. For the entertainment, the venue’s spaces give a wedding DJ a defined setting to build sound and lighting into, so the reception stays lively while the mountain scenery frames the celebration, within an award-winning outdoor venue near Asheville.
Location & Getting There
Splendor Valley Events sits in Leicester, in Buncombe County just northwest of Asheville in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. That location gives couples a peaceful, mountain-view setting while staying within easy reach of Asheville, so guests can enjoy the city’s celebrated restaurants, breweries, and arts scene, and Asheville Regional Airport is a straightforward drive for anyone flying in. Asheville and the surrounding area offer abundant hotels and lodging for out-of-town guests, so the wedding weekend is easy to plan around, and the venue’s own accommodations let some guests stay close. Yet the mountain setting, with its breathtaking views and natural beauty, gives the property a serene, private feel once you arrive, so it still feels like a genuine mountain escape despite being minutes from Asheville. That balance of a stunning, award-winning mountain venue with easy access to Asheville is a big part of what draws couples to Splendor Valley Events.
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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