Haw River Ballroom

Always amazing even when it's not a big event.

Coffee, beer, music and the sunset.

I would love to see more safety included in offsite parking.

This was a terrific venue for a concert. It's great to be able to look out over the river on the balcony.

As for parking: They had a sign "public parking" leading us right to the grassy field for free parking which was only a short walk from the venue. It had been raining terribly that day, so cars and shoes got red clay on them, and it was very dark getting to that parking lot after the concert.

For sound: I was excited someone else here said it the music was not loud enough. I was right up front at the concert and felt it was loud, but I guess if you want it quieter you can head toward the back. 15% of children in our country already have permanent hearing damage- anything above 85 decibels can lead to long-term hearing- so I really hope the venue and concertgoers take precautions.

The ambience of this place is the stuff of dreams. The authentic [vintage] decor makes it exude a sense of elegance and history. The entrance on the ground floor features colored lighting under a grate, creating a grand entrance for anyone and everyone. From the top, walking down the staircase, every event feels like a party in your honor. There is a wide variety of lighting options that can cater to any event. Honestly, there's no place I'd rather be.