The Ballantyne Hotel is Charlotte's premier destination resort, a Forbes Four-Star property set on 2,000 acres in south Charlotte's Ballantyne community. The grand ballroom, multiple private salons, and the Sunset Terrace overlooking the 18-hole championship golf course accommodate weddings from 50 to 500 guests. The full-service spa, multiple dining venues, and The Lodge at Ballantyne — a separate boutique event venue on the grounds — provide comprehensive multi-day wedding programming. The hotel's award-winning culinary team, Forbes-recognized service standards, and dedicated events staff make The Ballantyne the benchmark for upscale resort weddings in the Charlotte market, rivaling any comparable Southern resort property.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:34 PM | 3:34 PM | 3.5″ |
| February | 6:05 PM | 4:05 PM | 3.1″ |
| March | 7:30 PM | 5:30 PM | 3.8″ |
| April | 7:55 PM | 5:55 PM | 3.5″ |
| May | 8:19 PM | 6:19 PM | 3.2″ |
| June | 8:38 PM | 6:38 PM | 4.0″ |
| July | 8:37 PM | 6:37 PM | 4.0″ |
| August | 8:12 PM | 6:12 PM | 4.0″ |
| September | 7:31 PM | 5:31 PM | 3.4″ |
| October | 6:48 PM | 4:48 PM | 3.0″ |
| November | 5:18 PM | 3:18 PM | 3.3″ |
| December | 5:12 PM | 3:12 PM | 3.6″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from ROCK HILL YORK CO AP, 12.8 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
In-house catering required
Bar / Alcohol
In-house bar program; full beverage management
Music Curfew
Midnight
Rental Hours
8 hrs included
Vendors
Preferred vendor list for photography, florals, entertainment
Rain Backup Plan
Multiple indoor ballrooms and salons
Hurricane Season Note
Inland Charlotte location; minimal hurricane impact; occasional tropical remnant rain in late summer
Verify Before You Book
Confirm current event capacity and Lodge at Ballantyne availability as separate venue option
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
West-facing from Sunset Terrace over golf course
Shade Coverage
Good — resort grounds with mature landscaping
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Golf course terrace views, grand ballroom, Lodge at Ballantyne, resort grounds and gardens
Lawn ceremony beside the fountain lake with blush floral arch
View
Couple on the sweeping staircase beneath the crystal chandelier
View10000 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy
Charlotte, NC
Parking
On-site resort parking and valet
Nearest Airport
CLT · 20 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site accommodations; The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte, AC Hotel SouthPark nearby
