Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Franklin, TN, CJ’s Off the Square is a stunning all-inclusive wedding venue that combines timeless Southern charm with effortless romance. Perfect for intimate gatherings of up to 135 guests, this venue offers a dreamy garden setting, a historic home, and a versatile pavilion to create the celebration of your dreams. Whether you’re planning a classic soirée, a whimsical garden party, or a chic modern celebration, CJ’s Off the Square provides the ideal canvas for any couple’s vision.

Exchange Vows in A Garden Oasis

The magic of CJ’s Off the Square begins in its lush, romantic garden. Surrounded by the soothing sounds of cascading waterfalls and birdsong, this space sets the tone for an unforgettable ceremony. Picture exchanging vows under a wrought iron arch adorned with lush florals or framed by elegant white columns. Guests will feel welcomed and comfortable with seating like our Cross-Back or Harlin Dining Chairs, perfectly blending elegance with the garden’s natural charm.

After the ceremony, let the celebration flow seamlessly into a cocktail hour. Your guests can stroll through the garden, sipping champagne and savoring hors d’oeuvres. Enhance the ambiance with cozy lounge furniture like the Charlotte Sofa and Armchairs. Go bold with velvet Fern or Jacqueline sofas, elevated with accent rugs and tables. Consider the Gold Chelsea Marble Top Bar paired with the Charleston Bistro Table for a stylish bar setup. Or, feature the Collins Black Wood Bar and Black Bookcase for hosting a bourbon-tasting station.

Party Under the Pavilion

The pavilion at CJ’s Off the Square is the centerpiece of every celebration. This open-air structure offers a neutral, versatile space that serves as the ultimate blank canvas. It’s ideal for any style, from whimsical and romantic to modern and bold. Transform the space, starting with wood furniture. Both the Aged Oak or White Antique Dining Tables are elegant choices. Even moreso when topped with Sahara Runners in neutral and muted shades.

Alternatively, dress your tables in luxurious linens, from fresh floral prints to brilliant solid colors. Top them with elegant place settings starring beautiful china and textured chargers, like the darling Darcy and White Wash Rattan. For a splash of color, complement your place settings with vintage-inspired Amber Deco Glassware or Sage Goblets. Or, achieve a modern look with our crystal Monaco Glassware. Whether your dream aesthetic is moody and modern or bright and floral, Southern Events provides all the necessary rentals.

Make Your Day Unforgettable

At Southern Events Party Rentals, we are proud to be a preferred partner for CJ’s Off the Square. Our curated selection of rentals is designed to complement the venue’s romantic Southern garden setting and provide you with everything needed to make your wedding day uniquely yours. Reach out for assistance designing a celebration that’s beautiful, personalized, and stress-free. Contact us today to get started, and be sure to ask about our showroom!

At present, many couples are opting for a smaller or micro wedding. Our team is excited to offer 3 different Micro Wedding Packages: the Champagne Toast Package, the Dinner Celebration Package, and the Ultimate Celebration Package. Each of the packages are perfect for an intimate wedding or elopement with rentals for up to 10 guests. Micro Wedding Packages can also be combined with other rentals, including our Ready to Party Packages or additional tables and chairs if your guest count is a bit larger than 10 guests. Check out some of the stylish rentals items that are included in these packages below, plus get some design inspiration for your event.

Champagne Toast Package

Our Champagne Toast Package is the perfect starter package for your intimate wedding. Our classic wrought iron arbor and the romantic drapery will look stunning in your wedding photographs. Plus the beautiful lattice makes attaching fresh florals a breeze. This package also includes everything you need for a traditional toast and cake cutting, like our timeless champagne flutes, a 10″ round glass cake stand, glass dessert plates and flatware.

Dinner Celebration Package

If you will be treating your guests to an intimate dinner, our Dinner Celebration Package is the way to go. In addition to all of the items in the Champagne Package, it includes our crisp & stylish white china – perfect for any wedding theme or color palette. The package also includes all of your other necessary serving ware, like utensils, glass water goblets, and a set of solid poly napkins in the color of your choice.

Ultimate Celebration Package

If your goal is to host a more luxe micro wedding, check out our Ultimate Celebration Package. Alongside the content of our first two packages, it features a gorgeous mix of rustic and modern furniture, including our popular Fruitwood Farm Table and premium place settings. For your convenience, this package will also include local delivery.

Check out all of our petite packages: Micro Wedding Packages & Ready To Party Packages

Want to book one of our curated packages for your upcoming micro wedding? Contact our team today! Or reach out for help customizing a package!

A smaller wedding does not mean smaller style! To help inspire you, we’re sharing a handful of ways that you can pull off a small, yet elegant intimate wedding, featuring wedding design ideas from a recent styled shoot at the bright and airy boutique Noelle Hotel in Nashville.

Up Close and Personal

By far the most rewarding aspect of hosting an intimate wedding is that you can be truly yourself, as you will be most comfortable amongst the special few whom you invited. With less people around, your guests will also feel more connected to you, as they witness this milestone in your lives and share in your emotions. As shown with our Harlin Chairs, create a seating area that allows everyone to see, hear and be a part of the intimate ceremony.

Photos by Sigourney Hermann Photography

Elegant Place Settings

When it comes to planning a small wedding, you can still make a statement! Take the elegant table setting we created, which includes our Gold Austin Flatware, Glass Mosaic China, Glass Charger with Gold Rim, and White Round China. It absolutely POPs on the rich Blue Velvet Linens! We were also careful in our choice of Cybil Glassware which, while slightly more whimsical, still fits into the overall aesthetic.

Make the Most of Your Venue

Often times, couples who host an intimate wedding will utilize the same space for both their ceremony and reception. This will save you the effort and cost of a secondary event space, and allow you to make the most of the venue you truly love. Take this into consideration when researching potential venues, as a large enough area can accommodate both the weddings ceremony seating and dinner tables. If everything can be set up from the get-go, there will be less hustle and bustle to rearrange furniture when it comes time to eat.

Splurge on Special Touches

One benefit of opting for a smaller-scale affair is that you will have the budget to splurge on items or elements that you love, like our comfy and downright beautiful Tabby Tufted Grey Linen Loveseat. These special touches can be an item that sparks joy for you or is simply more convenient. Take the opportunity to treat yourself and your loved ones to a special space.

Are you ready to start planning the details and design of your intimate wedding? Send us a message at info@southerneventsonline.com.