Weddings are getting smaller, more intentional, and more meaningful. Across the country, couples are choosing microweddings over massive ballroom affairs - Charleston, South Carolina is no exception. But while a microwedding sounds simple in theory, planning one in one of the most expensive wedding cities in the South is anything but.
If you are engaged in Charleston right now, you have probably already discovered the problem: Even tiny weddings are priced like luxury events.
That is exactly why Madra Rua and Envyzion Events created a new way to get married in Park Circle - one that is romantic, elevated and actually affordable.
What Is a Microwedding?
A microwedding typically includes 10 to 50 guests, blending the intimacy of an elopement with the design, structure and celebration of a traditional wedding.
Couples love microweddings because they allow you to:
Spend real time with your guests
Invest in beautiful design instead of chair covers
Host a celebration that feels personal and intentional
Avoid six-figure wedding stress
Microweddings are not about “less.” They are about more of what matters to you as a couple.
Why Microweddings Are So Hard in Charleston
Charleston is one of the most desirable wedding destinations in the country, and that comes with a price tag. Even for small guest counts, couples are often forced to book:
Large venues with minimum spend requirements
Catering packages built for 150 guests
Vendors who only offer full-scale wedding pricing
So even if you only want 20 people with cocktails, you are still being quoted $15,000 to $30,000. The result? Charleston couples feel stuck between:
A courthouse elopement
Or a wildly overpriced “small” wedding
There has been almost nothing in between. Until now.
Why Madra Rua Park Circle Is Perfect for Microweddings
Madra Rua is not a ballroom or a barn. It is a warm, character-filled Irish pub with multiple patios and a beautifully intimate veranda in the heart of Park Circle, North Charleston's hottest neighborhood.
That makes it ideal for:
Intimate ceremonies
Cocktail-style receptions
Stylish but relaxed celebrations
True Charleston neighborhood weddings
It already has:
Multiple cozy spaces
A built-in bar
Two outdoor patios
A welcoming, lived-in charm
Which means you are not paying to transform a blank space. You are simply elevating something that already feels special.
Introducing Madra Rua Microwedding Packages
ELOPE – $3,500
For couples who want something intimate and beautiful without stress. Up to 15 guests. Includes:
Styled ceremony with florals and décor
Two-hour bar and bites
A simple, beautiful celebration with day-of coordination
BLOOM – $6,000
For couples who want a full wedding experience, just smaller. Up to 30 guests. Includes everything in Elope, plus:
Ceremony and reception styling
Tables, linens, décor and essential florals
Day-of coordination
CELEBRATE – $9,500
For couples who want a wedding that turns into a party. Up to 50 guests. Includes everything in Bloom, plus:
Enhanced décor & florals, with draping & lighting
Month-of planning and day-of coordination
SHOUT – $13,500
For couples who want the full Madra Rua experience. Up to 50 guests. Includes everything in Celebrate, plus:
Madra Rua, reserved just for you
Premium florals, luxe décor, and desserts
Dedicated planning and coordination
Why This Changes Everything for Charleston Couples
These packages are designed specifically for:
Out-of-town elopers
Local Charleston couples
Second weddings
LGBTQ+ couples
Anyone who wants a meaningful, stylish celebration without a six-figure budget
You are not forced into vendor minimums. You are not renting a massive space you do not need. You are not sacrificing beauty or experience. You are simply getting married in one of Park Circle’s most beloved spaces, with everything handled for you.
Ready to Start Your Forever with Sláinte
If you have been dreaming of a wedding that feels:
Intimate
Romantic
Elevated
...and actually attainable
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