FAQ'S
Le James is the premier Charleston wedding venue and event space. It is located at 35 Prioleau Street, just a few minutes walk from the iconic Pineapple Fountain and The Charleston Place, one of the Holy City’s luxury, hotels.
This elegant three-story venue can accommodate intimate gatherings or grand events with 300+ guests across its ballroom, rooftop terrace, and restored historic spaces. Located in Charleston’s French Quarter, Le James blends modern event function with rich building history, creating a one-of-a-kind backdrop for your celebration.
- Exclusive access to ALL indoor and outdoor spaces
- On-site venue manager
- Fully-equipped commercial kitchen
- Full-Service Catering Team
- Full-service Bar Service Team
- Bridal and groom suites with Wi‑Fi
Spring and fall dates fill up quickly, so it’s best to book your wedding 12–24 months in advance to secure your preferred date.
Le James keeps the booking process straightforward.
We provide an agreement outlining payment schedules and cancellation terms, which vary based on timing and event details. All the specifics are provided upfront so you can book with confidence.
Le James offers indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, allowing you to design your perfect day. Exchange vows on the rooftop terrace with sweeping city views, or opt for a timeless setting in the elegant ballroom below.
Tent rentals are available for rooftop events in case of rain, and our indoor spaces are always prepared as a stylish backup.
The staff at Le James can provide you with a curated list of trusted vendors to simplify your planning, but you are welcome to bring your own team. Whether it’s a favorite florist, photographer, or DJ, we’re happy to collaborate with your chosen professionals.
To avoid any last-minute issues, we need your vendors to meet a few insurance and coordination requirements—something we walk through together during booking.
Vendors that call Le James Home:
- CHEERS (Charleston, High-End, Event Rental Services)
- Event Rental Services – Tabletop, Barware, Tables, Chairs, Bars, Lounge Furniture.
Because every event is different, tables, chairs, and linens aren’t included in the base venue fee. But we’ve partnered with top local rental companies to make the process easy. As a Le James client, you’ll receive an exclusive 10% discount on event rentals—including furniture, linens, lounge pieces, and specialty rentals when you rent with CHEERS.
All catering and bar services at Le James are exclusively provided by CRU Catering. Clients are not permitted to bring in outside catering or bar services.
Although Le James doesn’t offer private parking, several public garages are conveniently located just steps away, including the East Bay Prioleau Garage, which charges an affordable $5 flat rate after 5 p.m. The venue is fully accessible across all three levels, with elevators and wheelchair-friendly pathways throughout. Whether guests arrive by car or need mobility support, we’ve made every detail accessible and seamless.
A typical wedding day at Le James includes a setup window your planner is comfortable with before guest arrival, giving your vendors ample time to handle décor, florals, and technical setup. Your ceremony and reception timeline is completely flexible, and you’ll have two full hours after the event for breakdown.
Need a little extra time? Let us know in advance, and we’ll coordinate the details with your vendor team to keep everything on schedule.
The Le James team provides helpful wedding resources throughout your booking journey. While a dedicated coordinator isn’t included, our team is actively involved and ready to collaborate with your wedding planner to manage timelines, layouts, and vendor coordination.
Interested in seeing the space? We’d love to show you around once we reopen our doors! Reach out to schedule a tour, and we’ll walk you through everything Le James has to offer.
Yes, all three levels are handicap accessible.
Yes, please connect with a sales representative to acquire more information.
Yes, the building is your oyster the day of your event.
Yes. There is a groom’s suite on the 2nd floor and a bridal suite on the 3rd floor. Couples are welcome beginning at 10AM the day of the wedding through the duration of the event.
Yes, our team at 35 Prioleau takes care of all beverage-related needs during your event. For everything else, your professional event planner will be in charge. They’ll manage the catering, liaise with vendors, set the schedule, organize rentals, and handle all logistics. Keep in mind that the planner must be a licensed, approved professional who complies with our venue’s guidelines.
Parking is very limited within the French Quarter of downtown; however, we offer two parking garages within close walking distance.
Our venue does not provide overnight accommodations.
The property rental fee provides exclusive access to the venue and grounds for a 4-hour event. It also includes flexible vendor arrival and setup times, along with a 2-hour breakdown period after the event. If you need more time, additional hours can be added for an extra fee.
Event insurance is not a requirement, but we encourage it to protect against potential risks. You may want to contact your current insurance broker or look into other specialized options.
Yes, security is required for every private event. They will be present for a minimum of 4 hours, arriving 1 hour before the event and staying for 2 hours during the post-event breakdown.
Yes, music is permitted on the rooftop, but it must conclude by 10:30 PM (Friday-Sunday).