Melrose Knitting Mill

Guest capacity

Up to 180 seated guests

About this venue

The restored Historic Melrose Knitting Mill is a three-story brick mill, nestled in downtown Raleigh. The venue boasts exposed bricks, rough cut beams and twenty-four arched windows, providing an abundance of natural light. After opening one of Downtown Raleigh’s most vibrant restaurants on the ground level, creative director Samad Hachby renovated the third-story space to accommodate the larger weddings, special events, and parties that his restaurant was being sought after to host. Today, the Historic Melrose Knitting Mill sits perched high atop 309 N. Dawson Street welcoming guests to a true destination within the heart of the city.

Seated guest capacity

  • 180

Venue type

  • Urban Locations

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
309 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC 27603

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Our Venue

The space is elegant and historic, lending an amazing vintage atmosphere for a city celebration. For couples that crave an open floor plan, surrounded by sophisticated history and subtle industrial touches, Melrose Knitting Mill is a dream. The unique wedding venue includes a spacious banquet hall with exposed brick, wooden floors and twinkling chandeliers. Downstairs, in our outdoor cocktail hour space, guests can mingle on the stylish patio adorned with vines and assorted greenery. Melrose Knitting Mill can comfortably host up to 180 guests.

Guest capacity

Up to 180 Seated

Available services that can be provided by Melrose Knitting Mill

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Event coordinator
  • Event staff
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up

Reviews

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5.0 (6 reviews)

  • Exceptional venue!

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    •Beth H•a month ago

    We had an exceptional experience with this venue for our wedding. It is an absolutely beautiful on its own, not needing a lot of extra decor. We really appreciated not needing a lot of extra rentals beyond linens and the catering from Mulino was great! So many guests raved about the Mac and cheese.

  • The Melrose does not Disappoint!

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    •Marianna Sternefeld•5 months ago

    The Melrose was an amazing choice for a wedding reception venue. First off, Southern Oak was fabulous since they are involved with the Melrose. Second, I heard the waitstaff was amazing all evening, and the food superb. I was incredibly amazed with how well the steaks were cooked despite them being the most requested meal. I also loved how the venue shown and glittered. I am truly in awe of how beautiful the space was. Southern Oak Events was also incredible on top of it! Loved having Nicole there for me through the process. This did not disappoint!

  • Beautiful venue!

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    •Micah R•6 months ago

    This venue was beautiful and made our day so special. The sunlight peaking through the windows was magical. The exposed brick made it so easy to decorate simply. The team here is incredible to work with. I would choose this venue all over again just for the care this team put into every detail. I cannot express how grateful I am for all the staff did to make this day so memorable!

  • Venue of my dreams!

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    •Kristen Hall•7 months ago

    I could go on forever about this gorgeous venue and wonderful staff! We got married here on 9/23 (POURING rain) and it was the most wonderful experience. Specific and HUGE shoutout: I worked with Nicole and she was beyond incredible. From the initial booking all the way through to the big day, everything was so organized and everyone was over and above so kind. We love this space so much and want to thank all of the southern oak staff for making our dreams come true.

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