Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria offers countless opportunities for a romantic happily ever after, and the city features hundreds of beautiful places to host a reception. With the profusion of event spaces to choose from, there is certainly a venue for every pair: culture connoisseurs, nature mongers and more. However, as is now the norm, most Nigerians prefer to keep it simple and elegant by hosting their receptions in decorated banquet halls and ballrooms located either within prestigious hotels or in event centers.
Looking to tie the knot in Abuja anytime soon? Jovago.com, Africa’s no.1 online hotel booking site lists the 3 most popular venues for the perfect wedding reception in the city.
Whitewalls Tents and Events
The path to happily ever after begins at Whitewalls Tents and Events, located within the City Park premises, behind Diamond Bank, Wuse 2, Abuja. The venue provides a dramatic elegant setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Though the hall is a medium –size wedding venue and its rent fee it is not cheap, it is among the wedding venues in Abuja that can be transformed beautifully.
Cunningham Marquee
The Cunningham Marquee is among the beloved wedding venues in Abuja as the reception hall is stunning, and it is among the premiere party venues. With a seating capacity of 1500 (banquet style) and 2200 (theatre style), it is a wide and huge space fully air-conditioned event featuring such added facilities as ample parking space, fully air-conditioned rest rooms, changing room standing generators and more. It is considered one of the best wedding venues in town and is an affordable option compared to some other venues around the city.
Abuja International Conference Centre
A venue located in Abuja Garki neighborhood, Abuja International Conference Center (ICC) is a striking place for your wedding reception or ceremony. As one of the premier event and wedding venues in the city, couples that dream of hosting a large extravaganza will enjoy the palatial hall that showcases an incredible combination of sophistication, pure luxury and historic elegance. This is the perfect venue for the classically glamorous couple.
– Ndem Nkem