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Pricing information

Price range: $19,200 - $24,500 Price range: $19,200 - $24,500
Couples usually spend $21,850 Couples usually spend $21,850
Reception
$2,400 starting price
Ceremony
$800 starting price
Bar service
$39 per person
Reception
$2,400 starting price
Ceremony
$800 starting price
Bar service
$39 per person

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About

On WeddingWire since 2015

Melrose Knitting Mall is a historic venue located in downtown Raleigh, NC. Originally built in 1903, this building sat mostly vacant for most of the 20th century when the textile mill closed in 1930.

The event space at Melrose Knitting Mall is an elegant banquet hall that is awash in natural light. This sunlight streams in through 24 large, arched windows set into the exposed brick walls and sparkles off of two rows of crystal chandeliers. Above the festivities, rough cut beams add to the rustic ambiance, while dancing and dining takes place on rich hardwood floors. A custom bar rounds out a sophisticated industrial-style lounge. Couples who choose to wed in this venue will be enchanted by the chic aesthetic that these stunning features create.

Melrose Knitting Mall is exclusively catered by Mulino Italian Kitchen, which offers a range of catering menus that include buffets, plated and stationed dinners. Rental of the venue comes with tables and chairs, plates, flatware, glassware and dedicated event staff. The property is conveniently situated in Downtown Raleigh and has onsite parking.

Services Offered

Weddings at Melrose Knitting Mill are supported by the venue's experienced event planners. They offer a range of packages to suit each couple's unique needs, from day-of coordination to full-service planning.Catering for events held at Melrose is taken care of by the on-site team at the ground floor's Mulino Italian Kitchen. To-be-weds can also choose from a range of signature cocktails to put their own stamp on a toast. China, silverware, and glassware are all supplied by the venue, as well as banquet servers to help the reception run smoothly.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,400

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,400

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$800

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$800

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$39

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Loft
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Drapery
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August
December
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Reviews of Melrose Knitting Mill

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
5.0 out of 5 rating
105 Reviews
100% recommend it
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  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Melrose Knitting Mill is highly recommended as a wedding venue by multiple reviewers. The venue is described as stunning and beautiful, with features such as exposed brick walls, chandeliers, and natural lighting. The staff, including event planners and waitstaff, are praised for their professionalism, attentiveness, and helpfulness. The food provided by Mulino's catering is also highly praised by guests. Overall, reviewers found Melrose Knitting Mill to be a perfect choice for a wedding, with excellent service, a gorgeous space

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Melrose Knitting Mill is highly recommended as a wedding venue by multiple reviewers. The venue is described as stunning and beautiful, with features such as exposed brick walls, chandeliers, and natural lighting. The staff, including event planners and waitstaff, are praised for their professionalism, attentiveness, and helpfulness. The food provided by Mulino's catering is also highly praised by guests. Overall, reviewers found Melrose Knitting Mill to be a perfect choice for a wedding, with excellent service, a gorgeous space

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Sam B. Sent on 04/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding venue

From the moment we walked into the space, we knew this was where we wanted to get married. The space is absolutely stunning and everything we were looking for. Southern Oaks, their in house coordinators, are amazing and helped our day go off super smoothly. The food was insanely delicious, and we had multiple guests come up to us and rave about the cocktail hour apps as well as the dinner. All of the staff from the bartenders to the servers were extremely professional and wonderful to work with.
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Bryles M. Sent on 01/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

AMAZING - do recommend

Totally recommend this vendor team - they are intentional, responsive and have literally thought of it all!
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Marianna S. Sent on 11/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

All I heard were good things!

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.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
The Purple Poppy Florist The Purple Poppy Florist Wedding Florists

We are so excited about Melrose Knitting Mill. This beautiful downtown venue offers a wonderful space to have that memorable wedding reception or special event. You will be overjoyed with the opportunities at Melrose and the dedicated staff. A dream to work with.

Simply Cakes Simply Cakes Wedding Cakes

Absolutely gorgeous downtown Raleigh wedding venue. Beautiful contemporary decor, great food, expert staff, and parking...what else can you ask for.

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