Breaks Interstate Park at Southern Gap

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,500 for off-peak dates, and $2,500 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

Located at the trailhead to Spearhead Trails Coal Canyon Trail at 1124 Chipping Sparrow Road, Grundy, not far from the barn and the cabins and campground, the Visitor Center officially opened in July 2019. Additional rental options are available for the barn and a pergola constructed in 2024. The visitor center features a 4,500-square foot banquet/event room with seating for 300. A grand fireplace greets visitors as they enter the building. The space opens out to a 2,000-square-foot observation deck providing panoramic views of the Southwest Virginia mountains. It also features a 400-square-foot conference space suitable for small gatherings and is also equipped with a counter and sink for catering functionality.

Seated guest capacity

  • 25-300

Venue type

  • Farms, Barns, Ranches
  • Lodges, Retreats

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
1124 Chipping Sparrow RD, Grundy, VA 24614

Our event spaces

Southern Gap Great Hall

A room as grand as your love, yet warm and inviting to your guests.

The Great Hall features a 4,500-square foot banquet/event room with seating for 300. A grand fireplace greets visitors as they enter the building. The space opens out to a 2,000-square-foot observation deck providing panoramic views of the Southwest Virginia mountains. It also features a 400-square-foot conference space suitable for small gatherings and is also equipped with a counter and sink for catering functionality.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Square footage

4,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

-PA system and wireless mics -Fireplace

Room cost

$150 per hour, $1750 8AM-10PM with tables and chairs

Southern Gap Great Hall

A room as grand as your love, yet warm and inviting to your guests.

The Great Hall features a 4,500-square foot banquet/event room with seating for 300. A grand fireplace greets visitors as they enter the building. The space opens out to a 2,000-square-foot observation deck providing panoramic views of the Southwest Virginia mountains. It also features a 400-square-foot conference space suitable for small gatherings and is also equipped with a counter and sink for catering functionality.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Square footage

4,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

-PA system and wireless mics -Fireplace

Room cost

$150 per hour, $1750 8AM-10PM with tables and chairs

Available services that can be provided by Breaks Interstate Park at Southern Gap

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wedding cake services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

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  • Wonderful

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    •Alex B.•Dec 19

    The team at Breaks Interstate Park Conference Center was wonderful to work with from start to finish. They were punctual in their communication and direct in their responses, which we really appreciated as we planned our big day. The venue itself was beautiful, spacious, and exceptionally clean - providing the perfect backdrop for our wedding celebration. They were also extremely knowledgeable about the space and offered helpful suggestions that made our event run smoothly. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and we highly recommend this venue to any couple looking to host their wedding.