The Best Rehearsal Dinner & Bridal Shower Venues in French Settlement, LA

Our one-of-a-kind event spaces are perfect for any occasion, whether you're looking for a memorable venue for your big day or an intimate setting for a small event, we have you covered with our Live Oak and Pin Oak ballrooms and gardens. This charming southern venue has indoor and outdoor options and comes with so many amenities included, allowing you to enjoy your guests while we take care of the rest!

Please contact us through our website for more details. Lake House Reception Center is a mansion wedding venue located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. From small and more personalized gatherings to large-scale celebrations, this venue offers refined facilities and stunning natural views. Tucked away into eight acres of lush, forested landscape, here clients can plan their one-of-a-kind occasion in a setting that is rich with intrigue and character. With both indoor and outdoor event spaces, Lake House can host engagement parties, bridal and baby showers, rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies and receptions, holiday celebrations and many more. The option to use the venue without our catering is available.

Magnolia Fields is the perfect balance of elegant and intimate! Surrounded in greenery, our Garden Courtyard is where most ceremonies take place. Couples and guests party into the night under our lit oak tree or the Pavilion. My goal is for you and your guests to feel hosted in our historic home!

Crystal Events is an all-inclusive wedding venue offering a seamless, stress-free planning experience. With elegant spaces, dedicated coordinators, and full-service packages, we make it easy to bring your dream day to life.

The Cannery is a premiere New Orleans wedding and reception venue and serves other events such as company holiday parties, corporate conferences, business meetings, and luncheons. Imagine walking into a grand foyer with walls splashed in your wedding color palette, your brand’s colors, or a custom design. After passing through the foyer, you’ll enter our expansive ballroom, set up any way you could imagine — from rows of chairs lined up for a motivational speaker to large round tables covered in flowers and bling…

In New Orleans, beer is more than a drink; it's a cultural experience. Port Orleans Brewing Company is at the forefront of this scene, offering innovative, high-quality craft beers. Since its founding in 2017, Port Orleans has been pushing boundaries and giving back to the community. With a focus on collaboration and experimentation, they've become a beloved local brewery known for its diverse range of brews and commitment to social causes.

Paradigm Gardens is an intimate and lush wedding venue hidden in the heart of New Orleans. From small intimate gatherings of 50, to larger receptions of 175, we help create your one of a kind celebration. We support you for a stress-free planning experience, custom food and beverage services, and day-of-event venue coordination. We take care of the big items, so you can relax and enjoy your beautiful day with your loved ones! Our private events chef prepares your custom menu featuring seasonal ingredients, on our wood-fired oven and grill. We can customize bar packages with specialty cocktails using ingredients from our garden. We can also provide vendor recommendations and coordination support to help bring your vision to life. From baby pygmy goats, to custom menu planning, the Garden is an unforgettable experience. If you're looking for a unique outdoor venue and a stress-free planning process, we are the perfect spot for you!

The NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans, formerly New Orleans Public Service, Inc., offers a new, fresh perspective on luxury in the city of New Orleans. As one of Conde Nast Traveler 20 Best Hotels in 2019 and a 2020 TripAdvisor Traveler Choice Award Winner, our AAA 4 Diamond property offers world class service in a beautiful historic setting. With 217 guest rooms including 58 suites, this Boutique/Lifestyle gem provides a luxurious and intimate setting accompanied by personalized service. NOPSI is the newest luxury property in more than 20 years and fully embraces its past as the once headquarter of the city’s power utilities company from 1927 to 1986. Architecturally unique with a grand lobby featuring a dramatic 21-foot-high vaulted ceiling, ornamental ceilings, restored terrazzo flooring, furnishings, fixtures, papers and other memorabilia are displayed throughout the hotel. Even the restaurant and rooftop pool and bar have utility related names like Public Service and Above the Grid.

Weddings at Chateau LeMoyne take place in our lush garden courtyard, and use all of our event space including the gorgeous Royal Room and versatile, stylish Ballroom. Your special day is reserved just for you!

GW Fins is pleased to offer the world’s finest seafood, wine, and service in a unique atmosphere of contemporary design blended with welcoming Southern charm. Whether you are hosting a rehearsal dinner, bridal luncheon, or welcome party, we will tailor the menu to complement your occasion and ensure that your event is a personal and memorable dining experience. Our Private Dining Room can seat up to 30 people comfortably and has a maximum capacity of 32 people. For your convenience, the room is equipped with a 52” flat-screen television, as well as Wi-Fi and teleconferencing capabilities. GW Fins can also accommodate up to 200 people for a sit-down dinner and as many as 275 for a cocktail reception in our Main Dining Room. Although we are normally not open for lunch, we are more than happy to accommodate groups of 40 or more for a private lunch. Please note that our capacity is subject to change during these times as we comply with city and state COVID restrictions.

Nestled in the heart of the French Quarter, the Royal Sonesta New Orleans blends timeless elegance with modern charm. Our iconic Bourbon Street location offers luxurious guest rooms, lush courtyards, and award-winning dining. With stunning event spaces, expert planning services, and a vibrant New Orleans atmosphere, we’re the perfect setting for your unforgettable wedding celebration.

Congratulations on falling in love and deciding to make it a forever thing. It’s always a good idea to say yes to love, and New Orleans is the place to wear your heart prominently stitched on your sleeve. Whether you want to get hitched in the middle of a Second Line parade or waltz in a traditional Cajun wedding march, Ace New Orleans is a place for it all. Our Barnett Event Complex offers a collection of spaces that can be combined or separated in a myriad of ways — just as suited for intimate gatherings as for grand, raucous receptions.

The InterContinental New Orleans Hotel is located on historic St. Charles Avenue. Our ballroom overlooks the avenue which is where the oldest, longest and continuous running streetcar in the world passes. We are a full-service luxury hotel with 3 very large and impressive bridal suites. Our ballroom can easily accommodate a reception of 400 people or a sit down dinner for 500.

The Court of Two Sisters is the home of the largest and oldest living Wisteria tree in the US. The wisteria spreads over nearly the entire courtyard - which is also the largest courtyard in The French Quarter. You are greeted with history and culture as soon as you walk through our Charmed Gates. The mixture of elegance and ambience are second to none

Steeped in French Quarter charm, Hotel Provincial is a boutique retreat that blends historic elegance with modern comfort. One of the true perks of hosting your event here is the intimacy of a small boutique hotel—your family and friends can gather under one roof for the entire weekend, turning your celebration into a shared experience from arrival to farewell. Best of all, our guest rooms have been newly remodeled and our pool is a favorite place for guests to gather.

Beneath the oaks of Washington Square Park in the heart of the world’s premier live music district, history meets modern elegance at The Royal Frenchmen Hotel & Bar. Thoughtfully restored in 2017, our historic Creole townhouse features 16 expertly appointed guest rooms and suites, a stunning 1,500 sq. ft courtyard, and an award-winning craft cocktail bar for you and your guests to call home for the weekend. Our experienced coordinators and attentive staff will be by your side to ensure an effortless wedding weekend from check-in to honeymoon getaway. Enchanting and elegant, chic and refined, The Royal Frenchmen is the perfect place to celebrate your love and make forever memories.

Margaret Place is a dynamic, authentically New Orleans venue that seamlessly blends historic charm with modern sophistication. Located in the heart of the Lower Garden District, this meticulously restored 1854 Greek Revival townhouse and its classic courtyard offer a versatile space for events of all sizes, along with a boutique hotel that celebrates the city’s vibrant culture and spirit. More than just a venue, Margaret Place is a welcoming space designed for unburdened leisure and extraordinary moments. It connects guests to the culture-bearers of New Orleans through a philosophy rooted in generosity, flexibility, and timeless architectural beauty. The two-and-a-half-story, three-bay sidehall mansion offers contemporary interiors, custom furniture, and concealed state-of-the-art infrastructure for maximum flexibility. With its prime location, effortless planning process, and minimal restrictions, clients can create a truly personalized New Orleans experience without compromise.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans is a beautiful wedding venue located in New Orleans, Louisiana. This all-inclusive venue is centrally located at the base New Orleans’ historic Canal Street, giving you and your guests immediate access to both the French Quarter and the Arts District. This venue boasts spacious skyview ballrooms which provides the only downtown view of the rich city skyline and Mississippi River. The friendly and experienced staff at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans are happy to assist with turning your wedding vision into a reality at this wonderful venue.

And offering an extensive menu of fried, broiled, and blackened seafood dishes, Drusilla Place serves the most authentic Louisiana cuisine in the city. Consistently recognized as the “Best Seafood in Baton Rouge” by local food critics and loyal customers, we invite you to come in and taste a real Louisiana tradition.

LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens is located on a 450 acre property known as Burden Museum and Gardens. Once privately owned by the Burden Family, the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens is now open to the public as a space for all to soak in the beauty of our natural world. This beautiful venue offers many rental options that include the Steele Burden Memorial Orangerie, the Pavilion, the Ione Burden Conference Center as well as the surroundings gardens.

Discover Strawberry Manor Events, a premiere wedding venue where dreams are made reality on 16 rolling acres in the heart of Ponchatoula. Our manor offers an amazing and breathtaking atmosphere, ensuring the property is always "in full bloom" with rich, thriving florals and scenic views. Centrally located between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, we are a convenient and unique attraction for guests across Louisiana. With experienced owners dedicated to stress-free event management and planning, Strawberry Manor is the perfect place to amaze the imagination and fulfill your dream wedding.

City Club of Baton Rouge is a stunning historic club wedding venue located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This venue is located in the heart of Baton Rouge on the picturesque North Boulevard, just steps away from the Shaw Center for the Arts, the Manship Theater, the Old State Capitol, the Old Governors Mansion, and many more downtown sites. Home to authentic furnishings and extravagant event spaces, City Club of Baton Rouge is the perfect place to celebrate a luxurious ballroom wedding.

The Guru, a unique event space in Baton Rouge that doubles as a community center, is located in the Circa 1857 complex on Government and 19th Streets just across from The Garden District. Housed in an original 1920s mechanics garage, The Guru is a fusion of funky and serene.

TradeMark Concepts offers the finest experience in Baton Rouge for any occasion - from rehearsal dinners & receptions to showers & corporate events - we handle every detail from start to finish. Our Trademark events promise to make your celebration as original as you are. Blend is the perfect spot for your rehearsal dinner, engagement party or bridal shower. With an intimate setting, we can accommodate groups of all sizes. From all-wood flooring and soaring skylight to classic windows and columns, The Trademark will make the wedding reception of your dreams become a reality.

Plan an event that will go down in history at the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center! Our Registered Historic Hotel is perfectly located in the heart of downtown Baton Rouge, right on the mighty Mississippi River. 291 guest rooms/suites plus 28,000 square feet of event spaces are ready to host your special group and/or function! The timeless elegance and southern charm incorporated in the design of this venue will make for a truly memorable wedding weekend. Able to hold up to 900 guests for reception style events, we feature remarkable function space that vary in sizes and unique aesthetics. Our ideal spaces for weddings and wedding-related events include: 1) Enormous Ballroom on the first floor that features wall-to-ceiling windows overlooking the levee, Mississippi River & Bridge. 2) 10th Floor Rooftop Ballroom with 3 outdoor terraces, overlooking the river & downtown cityscapes! 3) Vast Outdoor Pool Deck on the 3rd floor with more stunning views of the Mississippi River.

We are located on the Northshore of New Orleans. We have a beautiful venue inside the Maritime Museum as well as the historic lighthouse keepers cottage and dock directly on the Tchefuncte River! We have multiple spaces to fit any needs and any size party! We are nestled in historic downtown Madisonville Louisiana.

Conveniently located in the heart of Old Metairie, the Ridgeway of Old Metairie is the perfect location for your event. Whether it is an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we can accommodate up to three hundred and fifty guests. We provide full catering services along with several amenities to make event planning easy and affordable.

The Abita Springs Hotel offers peaceful and stylish accommodations in the heart of Abita Springs, Louisiana. ​ Built in a beautifully restored 1890s home, the Abita Springs Hotel has five spacious suites, each privately accessed from the wraparound porch. The hotel is nestled in lush gardens, atop the healing waters of one of the town's famed artesian springs. Quiet, intimate, and comfortable, the Abita Springs Hotel promises a restful and restorative stay.

Located in one of America’s most romantic cities, club XLIV and Encore are the premier private luxury lounges of New Orleans. Modern furnishings, illuminated bars and signature lighting make club XLIV a dream location for any bride and groom. From the ceremony to the reception, this venue is fully equipped. Encore, connected to club XLIV by oversized sliding doors, is a venue that is customizable to the bride and groom’s wishes. Encore is ideal for a ceremony or additional reception space.

When reserving your special day, we aim to make the process as easy as possible and accommodate your needs at every step in the process. In general, our space can accommodate up to 300 guests, and we have multiple spaces in order to make your day special and unique. We allow you to work with any vendors you choose as long as they are licensed and insured, however we are happy to share our favorites with you.