Houmas House and Gardens is a perfect place to celebrate a wedding or host an event! Offering a variety of unique venues, perfectly suited for the size of your gathering, Houmas House can provide an experience unparalleled by any other venue in South Louisiana. Our professional staff offers planning assistance and resources to deliver exceptional events on any scale.
Depending on the size of your event, whether it be an intimate dinner for two or a gala event for thousands, Houmas House offers many unique spaces.
The Pavilion and Courtyard
The Pavilion and adjacent courtyard offer a splendid location for weddings and special events. With 6,300 square feet of floor space, including a dedicated bar, and a ceiling height of 14 feet, the Pavilion offers great versatility.
The Hampton Fountain Court
The Hampton Fountain Court, located at the rear of the mansion, is a 30,000 square foot walled garden, featuring a spectacular 50-foot water-lily pond. The dancing fountain that is the centerpiece of the pond offers a dazzling display of color after dark.
The Grand Lawn
The Grand Lawn that fronts the property offers 7 acres of manicured lawn, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and a reflection pond. A 300-foot oak alley, which leads to the front steps of the mansion, offers a splendid setting for large dinners and events…not to mention, a dramatic aisle for a wedding.
The Carriage House Restaurant
The Carriage House, a space that is both opulent and intimate, is perfect for special celebrations, rehearsal dinners, bridal luncheons and showers. The adjacent green (Animal Trophy) room offers a private setting for dinners.
Neptune Ballroom and Courtyard
The Neptune Ballroom and Courtyard offers a perfect combination for indoor/outdoor events. The 2,500 square foot space houses a Civil War era submarine, a unique piece of American history. The Courtyard features a lily pond and fountain. The Neptune Ballroom and Courtyard is well-suited for weddings, corporate meetings and private dinners.
The Amphitheater
The Amphitheater offers sweeping views of the Great River Road Museum and Japanese Tea House with ambiance courtesy of dancing fountains. This multi-level space is perfect for live music, grand dinners and dancing. The wide open are is great for light shows and fireworks displays.