The Love and Laugh Event Venue is, on the surface, a nice space. It worked well for my family…read morereunion, and the interior itself is good for the price. While the website does outline the parking situation, it still proved to be a real inconvenience on the day of the event. However, the bigger issues were with the management and cleanliness. The owner kept my $250 non-refundable deposit for some spots on the floor, which I had pointed out to him upon my arrival. It was clear the venue hadn't been properly cleaned before our event--I found utensils, bread, and hair from a previous event. I cleaned the kitchen sink because there was dirt in it, even though we really didn't use that area. But just to point out the venue was not as clean as the owner was trying to make it seem, it was. When I brought up these concerns, the owner tried to justify his actions by invoking his status as a Black-owned small business, even though he was charging a Black family an excessive amount for cleaning that wasn't our responsibility. Additionally, there were no trash cans, which was a huge inconvenience. I strongly advise anyone considering this venue to conduct a very thorough walkthrough and document everything with your own photos. It's a shame that a decent venue is managed with such a lack of professionalism and care.

Okay first things first....beautiful space! Our guest had issues with parking but outside of that…read moreit was a great place for the price....BUT....the day before our rental we reviewed a "legal pad" of how the place should be left after we exited....take out "All" the garbage and place in dumpster behind the building, sweep, cut off a/c, sound system etc....then they wanted us to make sure to cut off every light BUT to cut on "three" specific lights...okay will do...So why the one you ask?....I received the attached email with a video showing "3" lights were left on "OVER Night" and $150 will be deducted from our deposit...I called David and he told me that they felt it was "fair" because of the discounts they gave for us to rent the space.....So three lights (over night) cost our nonprofit $150... *Buyer Beware* and remember to cut those lights off

Very big space...that's the only thing it had going for it. Attend a Holiday Party and couldn't…read morebelieve how terrible the food was. You needed a chainsaw for the prime rib.

I visited the Big Chill for a concert. This is a simple venue that can be spruced up for a special…read moreoccasion, but stands on its own visually. This was a candle light night, which was more of an initiate setting. There was a bar set up with limited options for drinks. There was not food, but they allowed food to be brought in from the outside, and they're near a restaurant. Overall, it was a neat experience. I think that the staff worked for a private event business, not necessarily the venue. So there's a good chance your experience may differ.

This venue starts off strong as a stylish and comfortable lounge type area which was great for…read morewinding down with friends or easing into a night out. The ambiance early in the evening is relaxed outdoor seating needs to update the benches they're not comfortable and the woods starting to warp but, decent music, and a solid cocktail menu. It's the kind of place where you can actually hear your conversation and enjoy the atmosphere without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. However, as the night progresses and the vibe shifts into more of a "clubby" scene which ended up being a perfect combo but let's talk charges.. feels steep for what's essentially a modest venue without standout features. Drink prices were high like the cover but not in a way that reflects upgraded quality or service. For the area, there are other spots offering more for the same price or even less but with cozy comforts and inside seating, nicer facilities so it's easy to find things not to love if you come here to support a DJ friend like I did than pay the cover and mingle. It's not a bad place by any means, and the early lounge experience is definitely a highlight followed up with the banging DJ club scene after...it's just the paying premium rates for a relatively average experience for me.

It was the last day of a 4 day conference and the company known to host the best party had a battle…read moreof band event at the Music Yard. Great vibe. Service was excellent. You knew everyone was invited. A perfect closing party.

If you want to feel safe while asleep do NOT stay here…read more If you are a female traveling alone do NOT stay here If you are European and want to feel safe in America do NOT stay here If you are a Veteran with PTSD do NOT stay here 1 Star I'm extremely disappointed and disturbed by my experience at this Holiday Inn. While I was asleep in my room, staff allowed another person to enter without my permission. This is a serious breach of privacy and safety. As a veteran living with PTSD, this incident was especially traumatizing and unacceptable. Guests should always feel secure in their rooms, and I did not. I expected better from Holiday Inn and hope they take immediate action to ensure this never happens to anyone else

I had a great stay here, it was clean, comfortable, the staff was friendly. Jailyn was welcoming,…read moreaccommodating and made it so we could check in early after a long 9 hour drive. The area has plenty of restaurants, coffee, and more. We are Diamond elite members and this was one of our best experiences at a Holiday inn express.

The Union at Station West has become one of those places that I am genuinely happy to return to…read more Having been there twice now for events, it's clear why it keeps getting picked. The space itself is lovely in that effortless way where the design doesn't try too hard but still feels polished and intentional. The indoor area has plenty of room to breathe and the deck is a real standout, a spot that makes you want to linger a little longer and sip a drink. Parking, though, is its own little adventure. It's not impossible, but it's definitely something you need to plan for unless you like circling like a shark. Arriving early is the move and knowing the small tricks helps, like the architectural firm's spots that are blocked only until 5pm and fair game after that. Once you're parked and inside, the stress melts off pretty quickly, but the logistics are worth keeping in mind so you can actually enjoy what is otherwise a genuinely great venue. [Review 489 of 2026 - 4592 in North Carolina - 25671 overall]

This is a very nice event space. It's huge. Plenty of restrooms. So much opportunity to make the…read morespace your own for your event.

Attended a reception event here last night and left genuinely impressed with the venue…read more Parking was easy -- free in the front and paid in the back, though no one got ticketed so make of that what you will. Once inside, the space delivered. The outside terrace where we had happy hour was a highlight -- cute views of Charlotte and a nice sightline of Bank of America Stadium. Great spot to mingle before heading in. The interior was warm, temperature wise, but that's likely a seasonal thing with the heat still running. Minor and forgivable. The bathrooms were clean with one exception -- the full body mirror needed attention, which was a little disappointing for an otherwise polished space. Small detail but worth noting. Elevators worked without issue, which sounds like a low bar but matters more than people think for an event venue. Not sure how much of the equipment and staffing fell under the venue versus the event organizers, but the overall experience was enjoyable either way. It's a solid, attractive space for a nice gathering. Honestly I'd love to host something here myself. Would recommend for anyone looking for a venue with a nice Charlotte backdrop and easy accessibility.

This is an absolutely amazing venue with a breathtaking view of uptown. It's right off of the…read morehighway. The best part. The parking! You have a great view but a full FREE parking lot. The venue has an inside area and a terrace. There are heaters on the terrace. It's 2 elevators to come up and down. Perfect! I definitely would rent this location for an event!

Quick one night in CLT for a work trip and SpringHill Suites was my accommodations for the night!…read moreThe staff at the front desk was friendly and helped me with my later-evening check-in without issue. My room was spacious, clean, and had a nice size bathroom. I did have some trouble connecting to the wifi for some reason but the front desk agent talked me through some troubleshooting options. The free breakfast was nice and a great grab and go option before I hit the road. I would definitely stay here again on future trips to Charlotte.

On the plus side the hotel and room were clean. The front desk staff were nice…read more On the minus side: -- The free breakfast was the most boring I've ever seen in a similar hotel! No waffles, no pastries and only two varieties of cereal. The egg offerings were terrible. -- The cleaning staff knocked on my door and asked about making up the room. I asked them to come back later and we agreed on 2pm. They never showed up or knocked on the door. I was told later it was because I was in the room. All they had to do was knock and ask me to step out - but they didn't. -- The room was updated but there was no easily accessible outlet on my side of the bed. I use a CPAP and need an accessible outlet.

The Junior League of Charlotte is one of Charlotte's longest-standing nonprofit organizations,…read morefounded in 1926 (!). Its commitment to women and children in the community is evident through the numerous partnerships with schools, education nonprofits, museums, medical groups and so many other organizations. The league does a wonderful job of training women to be volunteers in the community to help those partner organizations achieve their goals and to improve the community at large. Don't miss out on all that the Junior League of Charlotte has to offer--whether you're a volunteer-minded person who wants to make an impact or whether you're part of w community organization that could work well the league.

Being a member of the Junior League of Charlotte has provided wonderful opportunities to volunteer…read morewith a variety of non-profits and support local causes. Doing so has strengthened my commitment to the Charlotte community. In addition to strengthening my voluntarism competency, my involvement in the League has expanded my local network and provided both formal and informal opportunities for leadership development. These skills and experiences have been transferrable to my professional life, as well! I recommend joining for those looking to connect with local women for the purpose of supporting the community and personal development.