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The building features a large private courtyard in addition to the newly renovated interior space.
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The interior renovation added herringbone wood floors, Italianate chandeliers, and a furnished library with banquette seating.
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The building features a large private courtyard in addition to the newly renovated interior space.
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The building features a large private courtyard in addition to the newly renovated interior space.
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UsersSpace only
Up to 425 guests
Avg. venue rate
Rate info
$750 - $5k

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Say a Lower Garden District "I-do" at this New Orleans former neighborhood market.

Fabulously featuring a large private courtyard in addition to the newly renovated interior space, this sweetly southern spot is perfect for a mix of new and nostalgia. Bonus? The recent renovation added design details such as herringbone wood floors, Italianate chandeliers, and a furnished library with banquette seating. 

The Lowdown

Venue use

Space only

Best for these Occasions

anniversarycharity eventcorporate eventdinner partyengagement partyholiday partyProduct Launchrehearsal dinner / Welcome Receptionsocial eventwedding ceremonywedding reception

Venue type

BallroomBanquet Hall / Event FacilityHistoric BuildingLibrary

Views

cityscapecourtyardgardenhistorical monumentparkstreet

Style

ElegantClassicMediterraneanRomanticSophisticated

Venue Settings

Our venue is located in the heart of the Lower Garden District facing Sophie B. Wright Park. Built in 1931, Il Mercato is a Spanish Colonial style building originally constructed as a neighborhood market. The building features a large private courtyard in addition to the newly renovated interior space. The interior renovation added herringbone wood floors, Italianate chandeliers, and a furnished library with banquette seating.  

Capacity

225Seated225Buffet425Standing
Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Venue price range

Does this include catering fees?
No

Estimated price per head
$1

Additional charges
Please reach out to our Sales department for pricing information. 

Insurance

Additional insurance is not required to host an event here

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Amenities

Event Logistics

Essential logistics and amenities for a seamless, memorable event.

Celebrations hosted here since
2015

Curfew
1 AM

Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available

Catering
Client must use the catering provided by the venue

Alcohol
Provided by Venue for fee – you must use the venue for all alcohol services

Music
Indoors Only

Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only

Handicap Accessible
Yes

Onsite amenities

Street ParkingValet ParkingDining ChairsOnsite Restrooms