The Space
The Rutherford is a stylish, industrial-chic wedding venue just outside the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina, set in a distinctive 1950s historic building. Spread across two floors with over 10,000 square feet, the venue pairs original exposed brick, wood-beam ceilings, and hardwood floors with a private outdoor courtyard, giving couples a genuinely characterful, flexible celebration. With three distinct hosting spaces, an indoor-outdoor flow, and a luxury dressing suite, The Rutherford gives couples a stylish, all-in-one Greenville celebration. That combination of a midcentury historic building, exposed brick and beams, and a private courtyard makes The Rutherford a distinctive choice. For couples who want a stylish, industrial-chic wedding with exposed brick, three flexible spaces, and a private courtyard near downtown Greenville, The Rutherford is a memorable and characterful choice.
Capacity & Layout
The Rutherford offers over 10,000 square feet across two floors and three distinct event spaces. The upper-level Brick Room measures nearly 2,800 square feet with lofty thirteen-foot ceilings, native exposed brick walls, floor-to-ceiling windows, and restored heart-pine floors. The lower-level Warehouse measures more than 2,200 square feet and features a statement greenery wall and glass overhead doors that open to the outdoors, spilling onto the Veranda, a 1,150-square-foot covered patio, and The Courtyard, an expansive outdoor space of roughly 4,000 square feet enclosed by a privacy fence and bordered by a high bamboo forest. That layout lets couples exchange vows in the courtyard, celebrate in the Warehouse or Brick Room, and flow between indoors and out, giving the day a natural indoor-outdoor flow with a genuine weather plan. That combination of a 2,800-square-foot Brick Room, a 2,200-square-foot Warehouse, a covered veranda, and a 4,000-square-foot courtyard suits weddings of many sizes, keeping the celebration stylish and connected from the ceremony through the last dance in Greenville.
Amenities
The Rutherford pairs its industrial-chic setting with genuinely convenient amenities. The venue includes on-site catering kitchens on each level, a luxury guest suite with a private washroom, a private dressing suite, reception areas and washrooms on each level, and ample on-site parking, so caterers and the wedding party have everything a smooth celebration needs. The original exposed brick, the wood-beam ceilings, the restored heart-pine floors, the greenery wall, and the bamboo-bordered courtyard give photographers a stylish, characterful range of indoor and outdoor backdrops. For the entertainment, the enclosed Brick Room and Warehouse give 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 stylish Greenville venue.
Location & Getting There
The Rutherford sits at 520 Rutherford Road, just outside the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina. That close-in location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since out-of-town guests can stay at nearby downtown Greenville hotels, explore the city’s celebrated restaurants, Falls Park, and Main Street on foot or a short drive away, and reach the venue easily, while Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is convenient for anyone flying in. The near-downtown setting keeps everything convenient and easy to plan around. Yet the venue’s exposed brick, wood beams, and private courtyard give the celebration a stylish, characterful feel once you arrive. That combination of an industrial-chic venue with a convenient near-downtown Greenville location is a big part of what draws couples to The Rutherford.
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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