Top 15 Memphis Wedding Venues & Their DJ Requirements

# Top 15 Memphis Wedding Venues & Their DJ Requirements Memphis offers a diverse range of wedding venues, from historic mansions to modern event spaces. If you're planning a Memphis wedding, understanding each venue's DJ requirements is crucial for a smooth event. Here's your guide to the top Memphis wedding venues and what DJs need to know. ## Downtown Memphis Venues ### 1. The Peabody Memphis **Location:** Downtown Memphis **Capacity:** 200-400 guests **Venue Type:** Historic Hotel Ballroom **DJ Requirements:** - Sound system must be approved by venue coordinator - Music must end by 11:00 PM (strict) - DJ setup typically in corner or designated area - Load-in through service entrance - May require insurance certificate **Best For:** Elegant, traditional weddings ### 2. Central Station Hotel **Location:** South Main District **Capacity:** 150-300 guests **Venue Type:** Modern Hotel with Historic Character **DJ Requirements:** - Flexible setup options - Indoor/outdoor options available - Sound restrictions: 10:00 PM for outdoor - Easy load-in access - Modern AV equipment available **Best For:** Modern couples wanting downtown vibe ### 3. The Cadre Building **Location:** Downtown Memphis **Capacity:** 100-200 guests **Venue Type:** Industrial Event Space **DJ Requirements:** - High ceilings, excellent acoustics - Flexible setup locations - No strict sound restrictions - Easy load-in - Industrial aesthetic **Best For:** Urban, modern weddings ## Historic Memphis Venues ### 4. Woodruff-Fontaine House **Location:** Victorian Village **Capacity:** 80-150 guests **Venue Type:** Historic Mansion **DJ Requirements:** - Intimate setting, lower volume preferred - Setup typically on porch or in garden - Music must end by 10:00 PM - Limited space for equipment - Historic preservation considerations **Best For:** Intimate, elegant weddings ### 5. Annesdale Mansion **Location:** Annesdale Park **Capacity:** 100-200 guests **Venue Type:** Historic Estate **DJ Requirements:** - Indoor ballroom and outdoor options - Sound restrictions: 10:00 PM outdoor, 11:00 PM indoor - Elegant setting, professional setup required - Load-in through side entrance **Best For:** Classic, sophisticated weddings ### 6. The Columns at One Commerce Square **Location:** Downtown Memphis **Capacity:** 150-250 guests **Venue Type:** Historic Building **DJ Requirements:** - Modern amenities in historic setting - Flexible setup options - Sound restrictions: 11:00 PM - Easy access for load-in **Best For:** Couples wanting historic charm with modern convenience ## Garden & Outdoor Venues ### 7. Memphis Botanic Garden **Location:** East Memphis **Capacity:** 150-300 guests **Venue Type:** Garden & Conservatory **DJ Requirements:** - Multiple venue options (indoor/outdoor) - Weather backup plan required - Sound restrictions: 10:00 PM outdoor - Equipment must be weather-protected - Load-in through service road **Best For:** Nature-loving couples ### 8. Dixon Gallery & Gardens **Location:** East Memphis **Capacity:** 100-250 guests **Venue Type:** Art Gallery & Gardens **DJ Requirements:** - Elegant setting, professional setup required - Indoor and outdoor options - Sound restrictions: 10:00 PM - Art preservation considerations - Limited equipment space **Best For:** Art and garden enthusiasts ### 9. Avon Acres **Location:** Memphis Area **Capacity:** 200-400 guests **Venue Type:** Estate & Gardens **DJ Requirements:** - Large outdoor space - Weather backup essential - Sound restrictions: 10:00 PM - Generous setup space - Easy load-in access **Best For:** Large outdoor celebrations ## Suburban Memphis Venues ### 10. Heartwood Hall (Germantown) **Location:** Germantown, TN **Capacity:** 150-300 guests **Venue Type:** Rustic Barn **DJ Requirements:** - Rustic aesthetic - Flexible setup options - Sound restrictions: 11:00 PM - Easy load-in - Popular for country/rustic weddings **Best For:** Rustic, country-style weddings ### 11. Cedar Hall (Collierville) **Location:** Collierville, TN **Capacity:** 200-350 guests **Venue Type:** Historic Estate **DJ Requirements:** - Elegant historic setting - Indoor and outdoor options - Sound restrictions: 10:00 PM outdoor - Professional setup required **Best For:** Traditional, elegant weddings ### 12. Orion Hill (Collierville) **Location:** Collierville, TN **Capacity:** 150-250 guests **Venue Type:** Modern Event Venue **DJ Requirements:** - Modern amenities - Flexible setup - Sound restrictions: 11:00 PM - Easy access **Best For:** Modern couples in suburbs ## Unique Memphis Venues ### 13. Old Dominick Distillery **Location:** Downtown Memphis **Capacity:** 100-200 guests **Venue Type:** Distillery Event Space **DJ Requirements:** - Industrial aesthetic - Flexible setup - Sound restrictions: 11:00 PM - Unique atmosphere **Best For:** Couples wanting unique Memphis experience ### 14. Memphis Brooks Museum of Art **Location:** Overton Park **Capacity:** 100-200 guests **Venue Type:** Art Museum **DJ Requirements:** - Elegant, sophisticated setting - Lower volume preferred - Art preservation considerations - Professional setup required **Best For:** Art-loving, sophisticated couples ### 15. The Balinese Ballroom **Location:** Memphis **Capacity:** 200-400 guests **Venue Type:** Event Ballroom **DJ Requirements:** - Large ballroom space - Flexible setup options - Sound restrictions: 11:00 PM - Easy load-in **Best For:** Large, traditional weddings ## General DJ Requirements for Memphis Venues ### Common Requirements: 1. **Insurance:** Most venues require $1M liability insurance 2. **Setup Time:** Typically 1-2 hours before event 3. **Sound Restrictions:** Most venues require music to end by 10:00-11:00 PM 4. **Load-In:** Usually through service entrances 5. **Equipment:** Professional-grade equipment required ### Questions to Ask Your Venue: 1. What are the sound restrictions? 2. Where can the DJ set up? 3. Is there a preferred vendor list? 4. What's the load-in process? 5. Are there any equipment restrictions? ## Finding the Right DJ for Your Memphis Venue When choosing a DJ for your Memphis wedding venue, consider: - **Experience at your venue:** Ask if they've worked there before - **Equipment:** Ensure they have appropriate equipment for your venue size - **Flexibility:** Can they adapt to venue requirements? - **References:** Check reviews from other Memphis weddings **Ready to find a DJ for your Memphis wedding venue?** [Browse verified Memphis DJs on DJ Dash](https://www.djdash.net/djdash/find-dj/memphis-tn/wedding) and filter by venue experience.