Monroe gives you the best of both worlds; historic small-town charm and gorgeous rural landscapes. Just 25 miles southeast of Charlotte, this Union County gem offers wedding venues that blend Southern elegance with personalized experiences you won't find anywhere else.

You'll spend about $7,089 on your Monroe wedding venue alone which is actually more affordable than the national average of $6,500-$12,000. This typically represents about 25% of your total wedding costs. Your overall budget will change based on how many people you invite:

• 50 guests: $19,707 (small wedding)
• 100 guests: $32,695
• 150 guests: $44,906
• 200 guests: $55,823
• 250 guests: $66,740
• 300 guests: $77,657 (large wedding)

Most couples book their venue about 14 months before saying "I do" with October being the most popular month for venue inquiries.

Monroe's venue selection showcases the area's unique personality across several distinct settings:

The Grande Victorian gives you a beautifully preserved Victorian estate near downtown Monroe. You can host up to 225 guests between its formal ballroom and covered pavilion offering the perfect blend of historic charm and practical space.

The Union Exchange delivers a highly-rated experience in a century-old farm setting with gorgeous waterfront views and multiple ceremony spaces to choose from. Treehouse Vineyards combines Southern charm with unique viewing platforms where you and your guests can look out over rows of grapevines.

The Bottle Factory Venue transforms the historic Coca-Cola Bottling Plant into a wedding destination unlike any other. You'll love the industrial elements including exposed brick and original factory windows that create a distinctive backdrop for your special day.

Camellia Gardens takes accessibility seriously with golf cart transportation from parking to event spaces. You'll find multiple indoor and outdoor spaces including a barn pergola lawn and terrace that accommodate different mobility needs.

The Union Exchange and Champagne Manor while not explicitly detailing all their accessibility features offer expansive properties that could accommodate special arrangements for you and your guests.

Your Monroe wedding costs break down into several key vendor categories:

The Grande Victorian can enhance your remote guests' experience through live chat features virtual Q&A sessions and interactive polls alongside professional livestreaming.

Champagne Manor's expansive property allows for stunning drone footage capturing sweeping views while venues like The Union Exchange can implement QR codes linking your remote viewers to interactive content.

Monroe venues offer you distinctive settings that balance historic charm with modern amenities at competitive price points compared to nearby Charlotte options giving you more value for your special day.