The Sunset Community Center offers a clean, modern space for small social events and meetings. The venue can accommodate up to 125 guests seated, 265 seated with chairs, and at least 377 guests standing. Amenities include a dressing area and kitchen. For booking information, contact the Town of Sunset.
St. John’s Church was built in 1874 as an Episcopal church. Today, it still stands in Washington and is even listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Washington Garden Club acquired the property and did a beautiful and historically accurate restoration. St. John’s is still ornate with the original pews, bell tower, and even updated with period lighting. The site was even used for the filing of The Free State of Jones starring Matthew McConaughey.
Brides looking for a venue with a vintage feel can tie the knot at St. John’s. Amenities include a dressing area, a stage, and a full kitchen. The church can also be rented for social and other private functions.
The Wolff Banquet and Reception Hall located in Washington, Louisiana was built in the 1840s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It offers 8,000 square feet of space and can accommodate up to 400 guests. When you and your guests enter our reception hall for your special event, you will be amazed by the beauty of the historic architecture. With attention to detail and the historical significance of the building, Wolff Hall has been fully restored to its original grandeur. You and your guests will appreciate the spacious interior, adorned with 16 chandeliers, a copper-lined bar, and the original exposed old timbers. Our hard-surface courtyard is perfect for on-site weddings.
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Cypress Grove in Eunice is a charming wedding venue that features a stunning new open-air chapel. With 14-foot stained glass windows and a functioning bell tower that houses a restored bell from the 1800s, newlyweds can take part in the unique tradition of ringing the bell upon exiting the ceremony allowing the chimes to blow the crowd away and leave a lasting memory.
The reception space itself is a historic general store that was built in 1886 and moved to the property in the ’90s. The store is historically known as the Chapelle Store, one of the last attempted robberies of Bonnie & Clyde in 1934.
Cypress Grove has been in operation for over 8 years with 350+ weddings that have taken place onsite. They specialize in more intimate weddings with crowds of less than 150 guests. Couples looking for a wedding weekend experience, rather than a 6-hour banquet hall need look no further. Cypress Grove offers a stunning Bridal Cottage that doubles as a Honeymoon cottage, a groomsman Prairie Barn that also has lodging, and an onsite turn-of-the-century 1905 Farmhouse for overflow lodging. Wedding parties can check into the venue and all the lodging spaces Friday mornings and make it a full weekend with check out being Sunday morning.
Are you in need of a space that will inspire creativity and positive thinking? Why not have your next meeting at a coffee house that serves fresh, locally roasted coffee? Java Square Café has a private meeting room located on the balcony of the old Parish & Trust Bank building. The space can accommodate up to 20 guests and comes with a privacy curtain. If you need more space, the whole building can be rented after hours to accommodate your party. Your team can work comfortably with their smooth custom blended roast. The café can also cater your event and serves gourmet sandwiches, wraps, pastries, and more. Projector and TV rental is also available.
Java Square is located in downtown Opelousas, across from the courthouse, near area shops, and public artwork. For booking information, send your requests to info@javasquare.cafe and get a custom quote to fit your needs.
Stone Oak Ballroom is a dream wedding venue for any southern belle. The venue originally served as a stunning state-of-the-art thoroughbred farm. Today, you can create your perfect wedding day, cocktail party, or reunion. The 1,700 square foot facility lies on 30 acres of land featuring a walking path, a lakeside pavilion, and a covered outdoor stage for entertainment.
The barn has been converted with all modern conveniences, air conditioning, antique buffets, a bar, and dressing room to accommodate you and your guests. The 22 ft. ceilings and imported mahogany create a unique ambiance for an indoor event. An outdoor ceremony can also be arranged on the landscaped grounds.
Dine with family, friends, or colleagues at the last of the old steamboat warehouses on Bayou Courtableau. The Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant is a historic treasure in the town of Washington. This brick building was built in the 1820’s and restored in 1977. You can dine there Tuesday through Sunday and even host a private event upstairs. Their private dining area is a lovely space for parties, showers, rehearsal dinners, or a business meeting.
The restaurant’s owner, Chef Jason Huguet, will serve your guests the most delicious seafood dishes, steaks, or one of his house specialties. Call the restaurant to ask about booking and catering.
Looking for private dining that’ll impress your palate? Then plan your next meeting or special occasion at Café Josephine. Your guests will love Chef Troy’s rustic cuisine and eating oysters from the oyster bar. Café Josephine is located in Sunset, Louisiana. Their private dining space can accommodate up to 60 guests. For more information, contact Chef Troy or Melissa Bijeaux.
Soileau’s Dinner Club can host and cater your next event. The restaurant offers a private dining room just for guests holding a private event. The space can accommodate up to from 15-50+ guests and is perfect for family functions, reunions, showers, rehearsal dinners, and more. For more details, contact Scott or Beth Soileau.
