The Space
The Dogwood Manor is a striking, historic wedding venue located in the Cultural District of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina, a French Quarter-themed event space that transports couples to their own palace in New Orleans. Dating as far back as 1898, this two-story building has been owned and operated for more than three decades by Frank and Elizabeth Bauer, who transformed it into a world-class event space. With cathedral ceilings, original Prohibition-era brick, and an impressive private courtyard, the Dogwood Manor gives couples a genuinely characterful, romantic setting. That combination of a French Quarter theme, an 1898 historic building, and a private courtyard makes the Dogwood Manor a distinctive Spartanburg choice. For couples who want a romantic, French Quarter-themed wedding with a grand ballroom and a courtyard in downtown Spartanburg, The Dogwood Manor is a memorable and characterful choice.
Capacity & Layout
The Dogwood Manor has a maximum capacity of 300 guests, with a minimum of 50, giving couples a grand yet intimate setting. The Grand Ballroom features cathedral ceilings with original Prohibition-era brick and wooden beams, creating a genuinely characterful reception space, while the impressive private courtyard hosts ceremonies with two pergolas and two stage areas surrounded by brick, trees, and flowering shrubs. That layout lets couples exchange vows in the lush courtyard, then celebrate in the dramatic Grand Ballroom, giving the day a natural flow with a genuine weather plan. The French Quarter theme and 1898 architecture give every part of the celebration a romantic, palace-like atmosphere. That combination of a Grand Ballroom with cathedral ceilings, a private courtyard with pergolas, and a capacity up to 300 suits weddings from mid-size to larger, keeping the celebration characterful and connected from the ceremony through the last dance in downtown Spartanburg.
Amenities
The Dogwood Manor pairs its characterful setting with genuinely convenient amenities and decades of hosting experience. The wheelchair-accessible venue offers on-site parking as well as valet services, keeping arrival easy for guests, and owners Frank and Elizabeth Bauer, who have run the venue for more than three decades, bring genuine experience to every celebration. The French Quarter theme, the Grand Ballroom’s cathedral ceilings and Prohibition-era brick, and the pergola-filled private courtyard give photographers a romantic, palace-like range of backdrops that need little added decor. For the entertainment, the enclosed Grand Ballroom, with its cathedral ceilings, gives a wedding DJ excellent structure and characterful acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the space and the dance floor stays lively at a historic downtown Spartanburg venue.
Location & Getting There
The Dogwood Manor sits at 100 Wood Row in the Cultural District of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina. That central, downtown location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since out-of-town guests can stay at nearby downtown hotels, explore Spartanburg’s Cultural District, restaurants, and attractions on foot, and reach everything easily, while Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is a short drive for anyone flying in. The vibrant downtown setting gives guests plenty to enjoy around the wedding. Yet the venue’s French Quarter theme, 1898 architecture, and private courtyard give the celebration a romantic, characterful feel once you arrive. That combination of a characterful, French Quarter-themed venue with a walkable downtown Spartanburg location is a big part of what draws couples to The Dogwood Manor.
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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