Magical Wedding Moments Made Here
Since 1914 the timeless and romantic elegance of The Tutwiler has drawn wedding parties and honeymooners. Our towering columns and sweeping circular drive welcome you and your wedding guests to the sophisticated charms of a truly historic Southern hotel. The Tutwiler’s location is ideal, nestled within the city’s cultural heart and conveniently close to fine dining, upscale shopping and exciting recreation and entertainment.
Our lavishly restored hotel is not only a National Historic Landmark, but also an architectural marvel that will immerse you and your wedding guests in charm. The Tutwiler is the address of choice for most dignitaries who visit Birmingham, recently hosting Dr. Condoleezza Rice, Rudy Giuliani and baseball legend Willie Mays.
Wedding couples and honeymooners who expect perfection will find just that at The Tutwiler. Al fresco ceremonies and receptions are picturesque in our gorgeous Southern courtyard. And our catering services offer splendid cuisine for once in a lifetime receptions, parties and celebrations without fail.
As one of the premiere honeymoon destinations in the South, we pride ourselves on doting over newlyweds with sweet touches like our veranda suites. Even if you are jetting off to a quiet beach or the mountains for your honeymoon, The Tutwiler is the perfect place to begin your life together.
The elegance of yesteryear mixed with the finest Southern hospitality make The Tutwiler a perfect home away from home for your out of town guests. Some of the South’s most beautiful beginnings have started at The Tutwiler. Each year many happy couples add their romances to the legendary history of the South by marrying or honeymooning at the pristine Tutwiler.
Planning
The Tutwiler’s wedding coordinator and professional staff pay personal attention to each couple and their guests. To make your dream wedding a reality, we will address your every wish or idea from the moment you contact us. Leave the planning to us including accommodations for you and your guests, wedding location, ceremony, floral, cuisine, wedding cake, music or any detail you can imagine.
Ceremonies
Whether your wishes include many guests, an intimate ceremony or a service under the stars, The Tutwiler can accommodate. Our Wedding Coordinator can help you plan the perfect ceremony at the hotel. If a religious location for your wedding is your preference, Birmingham has a diverse list of choices. It is our goal to provide you with a happy memory of a lifetime regardless of the style, setting or denomination you desire.
Celebrations
Fancy a special occasion steeped in the past. The wedding professionals at The Tutwiler are happy to assist you in arriving at a menu that would most suit your special day. Known for their sumptuous and creative works of art, our culinary team makes every occasion a special one. Decorative elements and floral design can also be provided as well as DJs, live bands or your choice of entertainment. Our event spaces are beautiful and flexible and can be tailored to be the perfect location for any size wedding celebration.
Ridgely Ballroom
Planning
The Tutwiler’s wedding coordinator and professional staff pay personal attention to each couple and their guests. To make your dream wedding a reality, we will address your every wish or idea from the moment you contact us. Leave the planning to us including accommodations for you and your guests, wedding location, ceremony, floral, cuisine, wedding cake, music or any detail you can imagine.
Courtyard Ceremony
Ceremonies
Whether your wishes include many guests, an intimate ceremony or a service under the stars, The Tutwiler can accommodate. Our Wedding Coordinator can help you plan the perfect ceremony at the hotel. If a religious location for your wedding is your preference, Birmingham has a diverse list of choices. It is our goal to provide you with a happy memory of a lifetime regardless of the style, setting or denomination you desire. Up to 150 guests can be hosted in the lovely courtyard – an ideal setting for an outdoor ceremony or reception.
Dance the Night Away in the Ridgely Ballroom
Celebrations
Fancy a special occasion steeped in the past. The wedding professionals at The Tutwiler are happy to assist you in arriving at a menu that would most suit your special day. Known for their sumptuous and creative works of art, our culinary team makes every occasion a special one. Decorative elements and floral design can also be provided as well as DJs, live bands or your choice of entertainment. Our event spaces are beautiful and flexible and can be tailored to be the perfect location for any size wedding celebration.
The Ridgely Ballroom
Ridgely Ballroom
If these walls could talk they would have many romantic tales to tell. Making thousands of wedding dreams come true, the Ridgely Ballroom accommodates seated banquets for 120 or receptions for up to 200 guests. For events less grand, in scale only, the Ridgely provides flexibility in spacing to accommodate many types or sizes of celebrations.
Cut the Cake in the Tutwiler Room
The Tutwiler and Lindbergh Rooms
The beautiful Lindbergh Room is a great choice for more intimate gatherings of up to 25 reception guests or for seated banquets for up to 24.
Click on the photo below for more detailed information about room sizes and capacities!
Facilities Summary
• Largest Event Room: 1,870 sq. ft.
• Largest Event Room Seating Capacity: 120 people
• Number of Meeting and Event Rooms: 5
• Smallest Event Rooms: 345 sq. ft.
• Smallest Event Room Seating Capcity: 12
• Total Space Available for Events: 3,047 sq. ft.
Category: Events
