The South Carolina Aquarium

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100 Aquarium Wharf Charleston, SC 29401

Need dates

  • 01/01/202501/02/2025
  • 01/05/202501/09/2025
  • 01/11/202503/31/2025

Amenities

Facilities

  • AV capabilities
  • AV capabilities (Bring your own)
  • Furniture (Bring your own)
  • Internet access
  • Lighting (Bring your own)
  • Other decor (Bring your own)
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Table linens (Bring your own)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Equipment

  • Loading dock

Alcohol and catering

  • Alcohol (Preferred vendors)
  • Alcohol allowed
  • Onsite catering

Distance from airport

  • 15 mi. from venue

Parking

  • Paid parking
  • Street parking
  • Bus parking

The South Carolina Aquarium Meeting Space

Total meeting space15,480 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms2
Standing capacity800
Largest room13,555 sq. ft.
Seating capacity200
Space (Private)13,555 sq. ft.
Space (Outdoor)1,925 sq. ft.
Exhibit Space10,000 sq. ft.

Venue Costs

Cost type
Description
Currency
Maximum radius
Minimum
Room rental fee
The Great Hall & Riverside Terrace
USD
$7,000.00
$3,500.00
Filters

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College of Charleston

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More

With expansive waterfront views and an ideal downtown Charleston location, the Aquarium will exceed all of your expectations for entertaining. The Aquarium’s dynamic floor plan enables creative placement of food stations, bar service, dance floors or even a stage. Marvel at experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Treat your guests to up-close animal encounters or divers displaying a special message from inside the tanks. Our exclusive catering partners represent the best of Charleston and provide you with options for every budget without sacrificing quality. Whether you prefer simple passed hors d’oeuvres, a traditional Lowcountry boil or an elegant plated meal, they will provide your perfect cuisine. Please note that the South Carolina Aquarium is only available for evening building rentals, beginning at 5:00pm after we close to the public.

Seasonality

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
High season
Apr 1 – Jun 30
Sep 1 – Dec 31
Shoulder season
Low season

Cancellation Policy

If the event is canceled or changed prior to six months from the event date, 50% of the reservation deposit will be refunded. Reservation deposit is non-refundable six months prior to the event date. If a cancellation occurs or the event date moves within six months of the event date, no refund will be issued.

Event Insurance

Event insurance

Additional Information

Downtown Charleston Waterfront Setting Preferred Caterers Event Space for large and small groups Browse our Pinterest for a look at some of our favorite events: https://www.pinterest.com/scaquarium/_created/