Magnolia Plantation

Magnolia Plantation will make your special day a truly memorable and successful event. Our elegant wedding reception hall and classically stylish party ballrooms were specifically designed for guests to mingle and party! We are conveniently and centrally located in the heart of Elmwood servicing New Orleans, Metairie, and the surrounding areas. We are able to accommodate groups of 100-1200 guests easily. We have plenty of FREE and safe parking onsite. Our spectacular dance floor is the largest in the region and our experienced DJ will have your guests "dancing the night away."
Our specialized all inclusive services have been developed in response to the needs and ideas of our clients. You will never feel rushed or hurried at your party at Magnolia Plantation. Our highly trained and experienced personable staff provide expertise and special attention to help you plan and host your next elegant wedding, party or reception. Experienced wedding and party planners have recommended Magnolia Plantation for wedding receptions and parties for decades. There are many good reasons.
Your ballroom is appointed with beautiful plush carpeting, imported draperies. Our exclusive and private bridal suite and bridal party suites are the ideal locations for those photographic backdrops that will serve as the perfect framed accents for your photos and videography.
Our 15,000 square foot party facility, the largest in the region, is specially designed to be very flexible to allow for the many creative arrangements special occasions require. Your creative touches will sparkle in Magnolia Plantation's palace-sized Grand Ballroom or in our dramatic and elegant North and South ballrooms. Our food and beverage department provides a complete line of mixed drinks and flowing champagne from our plush service bars as well as an exclusive list of gourmet catered foods. You will not find long lines, a shortage of incredible food, servers or bartenders at Magnolia Plantation!
A True New Orleans Wedding Reception...
A plantation setting and spectacular entry with a large circular drive and canopy welcomes your wedding party and guests. Our impressive entry foyer with imported marble, dramatic chandeliers set the stage and the mood as your guests enter our palace sized ballroom and dance floor for a stunning and gracious environment. Enjoy the large variety and extraordinary cuisine and beverages in any of three elegant rooms.
We take pride in our genuine desire to make your guests feel at home as we provide the menu, service and ambiance that are unsurpassed. You will experience firsthand the reasons why Magnolia Plantation Wedding and Party Receptions have set the standards for personal service and attention to detail. Our menus are filled with our local recipes that have become legendary. Out of town and local guests will appreciate the cuisine which we are famous for. There are no cutting corners when it comes to your event at Magnolia Plantation Reception and Party Hall. This is too important a day! We have over 29 years of incredible bridal memories and raving accolades at Magnolia Plantation. We want to make your event of a lifetime, a stress free and fun event that we would be privileged to host. We are eager to share in the excitement and make your event "an Affair to Remember!"
Congratulations on your upcoming event! The dedicated staff and
management at
Magnolia Plantation promise to make your special event
both memorable and successful.
Our 15,000 square-foot facility, located in the heart of
Elmwood, is able to
accommodate groups of 100–1,000 guests. The 1,200-square-foot dance
floor and experienced DJ will have your guests dancing the night away,
while the understated yet elegant interior décor provides a romantic
setting for this once-in-a-lifetime affair.Your
bridal coordinator will assist
with your every need so that you can concentrate on having the time of
your life!
Thank you again for your interest in
Magnolia Plantation. We invite you to
arrange for a site visit, and look forward to working with you in order to
make this occasion unforgettable!
Sincerely,
Scott Sterbcow & Colette Daboval Sterbcow
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Private Parties
Three hours of Unlimited Food & Beverage Service
Wedding cake allowance
White table linens
White chair covers and ties
DJ and sound system
China, Silver, and Glassware
Bridal coordinator to assist the bridal couple
Personal attendant for the parents
Hurricane votive candle centerpieces
Honeymoon gift box and champagne for the bridal couple
Detail security
Staff and supplies
Free parking
Weddings
Magnolia Plantation comfortably accommodates celebrations of virtually any
size, from intimate anniversary and sweet sixteen birthday celebrations to
gala retirement parties, fund-raising events, and annual employee parties.
This expansive property —the largest in the region— features 15,000 square
feet of versatile function space, specifically designed for mixing and mingling.
The flexible ballroom space can be configured in any number of ways to meet
the unique needs of your special event for groups from 100 to 1,200 guests.
Event security and ample on-site parking are included, and a video screen and
projector are also available.
Moreover, the food and beverage department is well-equipped to handle large
parties, with ample service staff to ensure that your guests experience the
unparalleled personal service and attention they deserve. You will not find long
lines or a shortage of fabulous food, gracious servers, or personable
bartenders at Magnolia Plantation.
Menu
Crudités of garden-fresh Vegetables
Including broccoli and cauliflower florets, thinly sliced
carrots and celery, cherry tomatoes, and olives
accompanied by a ranch dipping sauce
Gourmet Cheese Display
An artistic presentation of fine imported and domestic cheeses
including Cheddar, Havarti w/Dill, Munster, & Pepper Jack
Pasta Salad
Bowtie pasta mixed with artichoke hearts, assorted vegetables,
and olives in a light vinaigrette dressing
Pasta Louisianne
Penne pasta accompanied by fresh Louisiana shrimp in a light cream
sauce, garnished with freshly grated parmesan cheese
Creole Jambalaya
A New Orleans specialty made with spiced rice, chicken, sausage,
peppers, and fresh tomatoes
Chicken and Andouille Gumbo
A traditional New Orleans stew featuring chicken and andouille
sausage, served over rice
Passed Hors D’Oeuvres
Shrimp Cocktail
Accompanied by a tangy cocktail sauce
Spinach and Feta Phyllo Triangles
Crab Cakes
served with a roasted-shallot tartar sauce
Cocktail Meatballs
Accompanied by a creole tomato sauce
Miniature Muffelettas
Made with genoa salami, provolone cheese, and olive salad
Sweet and Sour Chicken Tenders
Fried Louisiana Shrimp
Served with a spicy cocktail sauce
Fried Catfish
served with a spicy cocktail sauce
Southwest Chicken Eggroll
served with salsa
Smoked Duck and Cheese Quesadilla
served with a sweet and sour sauce
Mediterranean Artichoke Tart
Grilled Chicken Quesadilla
served with salsa
Assorted desserts and pastries
Beverage Service
Includes an open bar with well brands (vodka, gin, rum, tequila,
scotch, and bourbon), draft beer, bottled wine (chardonnay,
cabernet, merlot, and white zinfandel), champagne, daiquiris,
soft drinks, and a complete coffee station
Optional Upgrades
Premium Bar
Includes: Crown Royal, Johnny Walker Black, Jack Daniels Black,
Absolut vodka, Stolichnaya vodka, Tanqueray gin, Dewar’s scotch,
Jose Cuervo tequila, Malibu rum, Bacardi rum;
bottled Bud Light, Miller Lite, and Heineken beer;
bottled wine (chardonnay, cabernet, merlot, and white zinfandel)
Carved Roast Beef
Served with pistolettes and assorted condiments,
On-Site Ceremony (30-minutes)
Ceremony Rehearsal (one-hour)
Additional Items Priced Upon Request:
(Chocolate Fountain, Ice Sculptures, 2nd Line Band,
Candy Buffet, Table Runners or Overlays, etc.)
Magnolia Plantation