Guntersville, Alabama

9,000 square feet of indoor elegance and lakeside terrace views at City Harbor, Guntersville, Alabama.

A Waterfront Venue With Everything You Need

Driftwood Venue at City Harbor is a 9,000-square-foot indoor event center and outdoor lakeside terrace on the water in Guntersville, Alabama. This guide covers what's included, what it costs, and how your celebration comes together here.

★ 2026–27 Pricing · $350 Administration Fee On All Bookings
Hi, I'm Shelbi

Hi, I'm Shelbi

Driftwood Sales Manager

We'd love to show you the Grand Hall, the Lakeside Terrace, and the getting-ready suite — so you can picture your day on the water. Every tour is personal and by appointment.

— Shelbi Simpson
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Where Wedding Pricing Begins

12-hour venue rental for up to 250 guests. Pricing varies by day of the week and guest count. A $350 administration fee applies to all bookings.

Weekday
Monday – Thursday
starting at
$3,500
Saturday
Peak day
starting at
$6,000

Most weddings at Driftwood land between $3,850 and $7,350 for the standard venue rental (plus admin fee), depending on day and guest count.

The Grand Hall Set For A Lakeside Reception.

Included In Every Rental

  • 12-Hour Venue Rental
  • The Grand Hall (Indoor Event Center)
  • Lakeside Terrace (Outdoor Deck)
  • Getting Ready Suite
  • Round Tables & Shavari Chairs
  • Cocktail Tables
  • Portable Bars
  • Prep Kitchen & Ice Machine
  • House A/V System

Standard Wedding Rental By Day & Guest Count

All prices are for a 12-hour rental. A 35% deposit reserves your date. $350 administration fee applies.

Standard Rates 2026–27
Day1–100100–200200–250
Mon – Thurs$3,500$4,000$4,500
Fri + Sunday$5,000$5,500$6,500
Saturday$6,000$6,500$7,000
$350 administration fee applies to all bookings. All pricing subject to change.
Premium Packages Includes Lake View Deluxe Suite
PackagePriceGuestsDuration
The Shore (Sat)$7,000200 guests1 night
The Sanctuary (Sat+Sun)$10,500200 guests2 nights
The Retreat (Fri+Sat)$11,500200 guests2 nights
$350 administration fee applies to all bookings. All pricing subject to change.

Premium Wedding Packages

Multi-day packages with lodging in the Lake View Deluxe Suite. Each includes everything in the standard rental plus overnight stays and extended venue access.

The Shore

$7,000
Saturday · 10 AM – 10 PM
Up to 200 guests
1-night stay in Lake View Deluxe Suite. Early check-in Saturday at 11 AM for groomsmen/family day use. Check-out Sunday at 11 AM.

The Sanctuary

$10,500
Saturday & Sunday · 10 AM – 10 PM each day
Up to 50 guests Saturday (rehearsal/setup) · Up to 200 guests Sunday (main event)
2-night stay (Sat & Sun). Check-in Saturday at 11 AM, check-out Monday at 11 AM.

The Retreat

$11,500
Friday & Saturday · 10 AM – 10 PM each day
Up to 50 guests Friday (rehearsal/setup) · Up to 200 guests Saturday (main event)
2-night stay (Fri & Sat). Check-in Friday at 11 AM, check-out Sunday at 11 AM.

Additional Options

Private Event Additional HoursPast The 5-Hour Base Rental
$500/hour
Weekend Private EventWeekend Rates Available Upon Request
Inquire
Space HeatersUp To 6 Heaters
Starting at $100

What Couples Typically Spend

A rough sense of all-in venue cost — rental plus the administration fee and any premium package upgrades. Catering, florals, and vendors are separate.

The Weekday
Up to 100 guests
$3,850–4,850
Monday – Thursday standard rental plus admin fee. A beautiful day at a weekday rate.
The Weekend
100–200 guests
$5,850–7,350
Friday, Saturday, or Sunday standard rental plus admin fee. The classic Driftwood celebration.
The Full Package
Up to 200 guests
$7,350–11,850
A premium package (The Shore, The Sanctuary, or The Retreat) with overnight lodging in the Lake View Suite.

Estimates for venue-side costs only — your real number comes together after your tour.

Micro Weddings & Small Celebrations

For a smaller, more intimate day. A $350 administration fee applies. Saturday bookings are subject to a 90-day-out restriction.

Micro Wedding

$2,500
Up to 50 guests · 6 hours
Full venue access (Grand Hall + Lakeside Terrace), getting-ready suite, 5 tables, ceremony chairs. Bring your own appetizers and desserts.

Reception Only

$2,000
Up to 25 guests · 4 hours
Tables and chairs included. $50/person add-on for guests 26–35 (35 max). Includes setup and teardown time.

Ceremony Only

$1,500
Up to 25 guests · 2 hours
Ceremony chairs and getting-ready suite. $50/person add-on for guests 26–35 (35 max). Includes setup and teardown.

Elopement

$1,500
Couple only · 2 hours
Full venue space and getting-ready suite. Just the two of you, on the water.

The Lakeside Terrace

Our outdoor waterfront deck — perfect for cocktail hours, ceremonies with a view, or an open-air reception under the sky.

Included
In All Rentals
Views
Lake Guntersville
Style
Outdoor Deck
Capacity
Flexible

The Grand Hall Meets The Lakeside Terrace

An indoor event center designed for elegance, and an outdoor deck built for golden-hour moments on the water. Two spaces, one celebration — seamlessly connected at City Harbor.

Private Event Rental

Available Monday – Friday. Weekend rates available upon request. Earliest arrival 10:00 AM, latest end time 11:00 PM.

From $2,500
  • 5-Hour Base Rental (Setup, Event & Breakdown)
  • 1–50 guests: $2,500
  • 50–100 guests: $3,000
  • 100–150 guests: $3,500
  • 150–300 guests: $4,000
  • Exclusive Indoor Event Center & Outdoor Deck
  • Tables, Chairs, Cocktail Tables, Speakers, TVs, Prep Kitchen
  • Portable Bars, Ice Machine

Add-ons

Additional Hour
$500/hour
Space Heaters
Starting at $100

It's Even Better On The Water.

Walk the Grand Hall, step out onto the terrace, and picture your day at Driftwood. Tours are personal and by appointment.

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Venue Terms

Deposit

A 35% deposit reserves your date.

Administration Fee

A $350 administration fee applies to every booking.

Premium Lodging

Premium packages include stays in the Lake View Deluxe Suite with early check-in options.

Micro Saturday Rule

Micro Wedding, Reception Only, and Ceremony Only bookings are subject to a 90-day-out restriction for Saturdays.

Insurance Requirements

Event hosts and all outside vendors are required to provide a valid Certificate of Insurance (COI) prior to the event date.

All pricing is for 2026–27 and subject to change.