Homesteads Events
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $4,000 for off-peak dates, and $6,000 for peak dates
Packages
Prices start at $3,600
Catering services pricing
$39 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $500
Guest capacity
Up to 200 seated guests
10% Off Remaining Dates
10% off remaining 2026 dates at Loray Mill. An offer for couples seeking a refined, all-in-one wedding experience with historic charm and modern elegance. Inquire now while availability lasts.
About this venue
Homesteads Events at Loray Mill is a banquet hall wedding venue located in Gastonia, NC. The open-plan event space provides an old-world, industrial ambiance for your wedding event. Homesteads Events can accommodate a range of celebrations, from an intimate engagement party to a grand wedding soiree. The main event hall offers space for up to 300 guests and features 38-foot-high ceilings and exposed brickwork throughout the entire area. Large windows allow natural light to flood the space, adding a sense of bright airiness to the room. Poured concrete floors, original wooden pillars, and exposed beams lend charm and character to the banquet hall, which can be personalized with your own decor. Also available is a one-bedroom loft apartment with a full kitchen that can be used as your honeymoon suite for your wedding night. Homesteads Events offers a range of all-inclusive packages to ensure your event needs are fully met.
Our event spaces
The Grand Hall & Speak Easy
Grand, Light-Filled Weddings with Historic Charm
Set inside Historic Loray Mill, Homesteads Events offers a refined industrial-chic setting with exposed brick, soaring ceilings, and natural light. With venue, catering, rentals, and décor all in one place, couples enjoy a seamless, elevated wedding experience just minutes from Charlotte.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Square footage
5,900
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
-Multiple styles of lighting, including crisscross market lights -34 ft. exposed vaulted original ceilings -Fresh polished concrete flooring -Excellent HVAC (Great for brutal NC Summers and Winters)
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
The Tap House
An Intimate Setting with Historic Distinction
The Tap House is an intimate, reimagined space inside Historic Loray Mill featuring market lighting, moody sconces, a statement bar, courtyard access, and private parking. Perfect for micro weddings and rehearsal dinners.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 120 Standing
Square footage
2,800
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
-Marketing lighting above -Dimmable sconces -Private outdoor entrance -Located close to the restrooms
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
The Grand Hall & Speak Easy
Grand, Light-Filled Weddings with Historic Charm
Set inside Historic Loray Mill, Homesteads Events offers a refined industrial-chic setting with exposed brick, soaring ceilings, and natural light. With venue, catering, rentals, and décor all in one place, couples enjoy a seamless, elevated wedding experience just minutes from Charlotte.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Square footage
5,900
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
-Multiple styles of lighting, including crisscross market lights -34 ft. exposed vaulted original ceilings -Fresh polished concrete flooring -Excellent HVAC (Great for brutal NC Summers and Winters)
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
The Tap House
An Intimate Setting with Historic Distinction
The Tap House is an intimate, reimagined space inside Historic Loray Mill featuring market lighting, moody sconces, a statement bar, courtyard access, and private parking. Perfect for micro weddings and rehearsal dinners.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 120 Standing
Square footage
2,800
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
-Marketing lighting above -Dimmable sconces -Private outdoor entrance -Located close to the restrooms
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Homesteads Events packages
Heritage Collection
100 guests
Peak pricing $9,000-15,000
Off-peak pricing $7,000-13,000
Classic, Stress-Free, All-Inclusive Wedding Package for Up to 100 Guests
- Access day of 10am-10pm with a 6-hour event time
- Venue space for ceremony, cocktail, & reception
- Up to 100 white folding chairs for your ceremony
- Up to 100 wood folding chairs for your reception
- Staffing for setup & breakdown
- Staffing for guest & food service
- Standard dinnerware, flatware & glassware
- Up to 20 guest tables (round or rectangular)
- Up to 20 basic polyester table linens
- Up to 100 basic polyester linen napkins
- 1-hour rehearsal time (based on event schedule)
- Complimentary menu planning and food tasting
- Bring your cake, DJ, florals, friends, and family!
Revival Collection
100 guests
Peak pricing $14,000-20,000
Off-peak pricing $10,000-16,000
A Fully Curated, Elevated Wedding Experience for Up to 100 Guests
- Access day of 10am-10pm with a 6-hour event time
- Venue space for ceremony, cocktail, & reception
- Use of up to 100 chairs of your choice- ceremony
- Use of up to 100 chairs of your choice- reception
- Staffing for setup & breakdown
- Staffing for guest and food service
- Standard dinnerware, flatware & glassware
- Choice of charger plates (gold, wood, silver, etc)
- Up to 20 guest tables (round or rectangular)
- Up to 20 basic polyester table linens
- 1-hour rehearsal time
- Complimentary menu planning and food tasting
- Choice of ceremony focal piece- arch, hex, cross
- Photo slide show availability in main entry hall
- Property access for a 2-hour photoshoot
- Loft suite for the day of and stay before event
- Grand Sparkler Exit
- Unlimited Access to Reception Table Décor
- Unlimited Access to Ceremony/ Cocktail Décor
- Bring your cake, DJ, florals, friends, and family!
The Full Pour Package
25 guests
Peak pricing $3,600-4,600
Off-peak pricing $3,600-4,600
Intimate, Effortless Wedding Experience for Up to 25 Guests
- 6-hour Venue access to The Taphouse
- Use of up to 6 round tables
- Use of up to 50 chairs
- Standard China, Flatware, & Glassware
- Bronze Level Catering Package (see menus)
- Staffing NOT included
Available services that can be provided by Homesteads Events
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Barware
- Chiavari Chairs
- China
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Lighting
- Linens
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Accommodations
- Honeymoon suite
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
5 reviews
- MD
Moseline & D.
“Exceptional Venue, Extraordinary Team!”
From the moment we walked into our wedding venue, we knew it was something special. The beautifully exposed brick walls created the perfect blend of elegance and charm, setting a romantic tone for our big day. Every inch of the space reflected cleanliness, warmth, and thoughtful attention to detail—from the impeccably set tables to the cozy, inviting ambiance. The fingerpicking Southern food was absolutely unforgettable—each bite was full of flavor and comfort, and our guests are still raving about it! One of the things we appreciated most was the flexibility to customize the space and experience to fit our vision. It felt like every detail was tailored just for us. What truly made this venue extraordinary, though, was the team behind it. The staff welcomed us and our guests with warm smiles, genuine hospitality, and professionalism from start to finish. And the venue manager Stacy what a gem! Her commitment to excellence, responsiveness, and willingness to go the extra mile made all the difference. They didn’t just help us plan a wedding—they helped us create a beautiful beginning to our love journey. Our day was everything we envisioned and then some. Thank you for helping us to bring our dreams to life!.
- JW
Jordan W.
Groom
Homesteads Events was the perfect venue for our wedding! The natural light and exposed brick walls provided the perfect backdrop to showcase our decor choices. Hannah and the team were incredible to work with - they took our vision of incorporating Chinese American elements into the wedding and brought it to life seamlessly. They were incredibly accommodating to any requests we had and were so supportive and excited about making our day special. Hannah was a rockstar throughout the entire process, always there to answer our questions and provide reassurance. We couldn't have asked for a better venue or team to bring our wedding day to life!
- KC
Keyla C.
10/10 recommended venue!
From the moment I walked into Loray Mills, Hannah went above and beyond to make sure I felt comfortable, all my questions were answered, and that I had everything I needed for my dream day. The all-inclusive option was perfect because she truly handled it all. When the day of the wedding came, I did not worry about a single thing. The food, the decor, the service, it was my dream wedding!
- SS
Suzanne A S.
Wedding at Loray Mill
My husband and I got married May 4, 2024 at Loray Mill in Gastonia. The venue is beautiful, historic and unique. Our event planner, Hannah, did a fabulous job managing all of the details and ensuring the day was perfect. If you're looking for your wedding venue, you'll definitely want to consider Loray Mill!
- TR
Tres Reeves
Can't imagine a better venue or team!
Our experience with Homesteads was absolutely top notch. My husband and I have been involved in over 200 weddings between planning, coordinating, catering, attending, being in the bridal party, and now as bride and groom--so we have truly seen the full spectrum of wedding vendors and venues. From our very first meeting to our wedding day and even beyond, the staff at Homesteads has exceeded our expectations. Venue director Hannah is professional yet relatable and gave us helpful tips and recommendations along the way, responded to all our questions in a timely manner, and overall made our entire day flow smoothly. Catering director Kim is a sweetheart and worked with us to create several versions of our menu and was patient as my (former chef) husband made tweaks over the course of several months. The day-of staff and bartenders were outstanding--serving our guests with excellence, making them feel welcome, and contributing to the overall atmosphere we had envisioned. They brought us food and drinks all night and we didn't have to think about anything except enjoying the party we had spent so many months planning! So many of our guests commented on how beautiful and unique the venue was. There are so many different event spaces at Loray Mill and we ended up hosting our rehearsal dinner / welcome party there as well--truly a full-service venue. With so much to plan for our wedding, it was a huge relief that they also provided tables & chairs, linens, catering, alcohol, bar service, security, etc. and we didn't have to "Frankenstein" all of those details. Many of our vendors were already familiar with the venue which was a huge plus as well. We love Hannah and Homesteads and would recommend this venue and this team to absolutely anyone!
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