RENTAL RATES:

Citizens and Southern Event Center (148 W. Main St) is available now through May 31, 2026 and the Carolina on Southport (100 Southport Rd) will be available to rent starting March 1, 2026.

RENTAL includes:

Private use of the building exclusively for your event
Access 8:00am to 11:00pm
Citizens location: 25, 36" square tables and 125 black chiavari chairs
Carolina location: 20, 60" round tables and 175 champagne chairs
Ivory or black linens
Ivory ceiling drapery with white or color uplighting
Cylinder candles
Sound system with microphone, Spotify access and podium
Catering is additional - choose from our inhouse options or the licensed caterer of your choice ($350 outside caterer permit fee).
No outside alcohol is allowed, we have a license for beer, wine and liquor and will be happy to coordinate a cash or hosted bar

2026 BUILDING RENTAL Rates ( time needed must include your set up/decorating time)

Monday-Wednesday: $1,800 full day or $1,500 for 5 hours
Thursday & Friday: $3,000 full day or $2,500 for 8 hours
Saturday: $4,200 full day or $3,500 for 8 hours
Sunday: $ 2,000 full day or $1,500 for 5 hours
Photography studio: $125/hour
25% Bereavement discount for celebration of life or repass (must be booked within 2 weeks)
50% deposit required to secure a date and is non-refundable
Building rental is subject to 7% tax

MEETING SPECIAL, Monday-Thursday, 7:00AM-5:00PM

$1,500 rental rate (includes tables, chairs, linens, WIFI, 60" TV monitor for presentations ($125 value), AV System with microphone)
Lunch + Afternoon Break, $30++/person (choice of salad bar, sandwich bar, pasta bar, bbq or taco bar). Afternoon sweet break with assorted treats.
All day coffee, infused water
Food and beverage subject to 7% tax, 2% hospitality tax on food, 22% service fee

ELOPEMENT Package, $2,000 plus tax

2 hours of time for photos and ceremony
Candles, officiant and music included
Onsite wedding coordinator
Bottle of champagne and 3-layer wedding cake
Additional hours, food or beverage can be added, fees apply
Package available daily or 9am-1pm Saturday. Based on availability, package can be booked with as little as 48 hour notice.
19 total attendees, max including officiant and couple

Micro Wedding Package for up to 35 guests, $2,800 plus tax

3 hours of time for photos, ceremony and reception
Candles, ceiling drapery with uplighting and aisle runner included
Onsite wedding coordinator
Officiant and music playlist included
Champagne toast and small 3-layer wedding cake
Additional food, beverage or hours in the venue can be added, fees apply
Package available daily or 9am-1pm on Saturdays. Based on availability, package can be booked with as little as 48 hour notice.
35 guests, max

OTHER RENTAL:

Kitchen Rental (small local bakers and chefs needing a DHEC approved kitchen for outside food sales): $25/hour, based on availability
Caterer kitchen permit is $350/event for outside caterers
Dish rental: plateware/glassware/silverware: $6/person (minimum $100)
65" Smart TV and sound boost for presentations and video, $125
8' x 24' pipe and drape with black linen, $100
Acrylic floral stands for centerpieces, $10
White feather centerpiece, $15 each
Ivory chair scarf with ruffle, $2 each
Upgraded ivory linen package, $175 per event
Bartender for 3 hours of service: $200, 1 per 40 guests
Security: $65/hour (three hour minimum)
Event Insurance: $175 (approximately)
All rental is subject to city tax (7%)
Food and drink is also subject to local hospitality tax (2%) and service charge of 22%