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About Wedding-801 Ocean
Wedding-801 Ocean is a wedding venue serving couples across the Wilmington area from Oak Island. Beyond wedding venues, the business also offers wedding planners, wedding djs — a range that can simplify vendor coordination. Verified reviews from real couples appear below as they are earned — rankings on Lazo are never sold.
Hotels near Wedding-801 Ocean
The closest places for out-of-town guests to stay around Oak Island, nearest first. Ask the venue which ones offer a room block.
- Island Resort and Inn
- Oak Island Inn
- Captain's Cove
- Anchor Inn
- The Inn at South Harbor Village
- Hampton Inn & Suites
Hotel data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are straight-line from the venue.
Verified reviews
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Frequently asked questions
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How much do wedding venues cost in Wilmington?
Venue pricing in Wilmington spans widely — from around $3,000 for simpler spaces to $15,000+ for full-service estates and resorts. The real number to compare is total cost: ask what's included (tables, chairs, linens, staffing) and what's required (mandated caterers, minimums, service fees).
What questions should we ask on a venue tour?
Ask about rain plans, vendor restrictions, overtime fees, when vendors can load in, what the service charge covers, and exactly when you get the space. Get the full fee schedule in writing before signing.
How does Lazo rank wedding venues in Wilmington?
Rankings come from the Lazo Score — verified reviews weighted for recency — and are never sold. Vendors without verified reviews yet start at the community baseline of 65 and earn their score as verified reviews arrive.
Wilmington weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in March, April, May, September, October, November. The driest months are April, October, November.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57° | 36° | 20% | 4:47 PM | 5:25 PM |
| Feb | 60° | 38° | 22% | 5:20 PM | 5:55 PM |
| Mar | 66° | 44° | 19% | 6:46 PM | 7:19 PM |
| Apr | 75° | 53° | 16% | 7:09 PM | 7:43 PM |
| May | 81° | 61° | 20% | 7:31 PM | 8:06 PM |
| Jun | 87° | 69° | 25% | 7:48 PM | 8:25 PM |
| Jul | 90° | 73° | 28% | 7:47 PM | 8:24 PM |
| Aug | 88° | 72° | 31% | 7:24 PM | 7:58 PM |
| Sep | 84° | 67° | 23% | 6:45 PM | 7:18 PM |
| Oct | 76° | 56° | 17% | 6:03 PM | 6:37 PM |
| Nov | 67° | 45° | 17% | 4:31 PM | 5:07 PM |
| Dec | 60° | 39° | 20% | 4:25 PM | 5:03 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Wilmington International Airport (3.9 mi from Wilmington). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Wilmington.
Getting to Wilmington
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| ILM Wilmington International Airport | 4 mi | 5 min |
| OAJ Albert J Ellis Airport | 46 mi | 1 hr 10 min |
| MYR Myrtle Beach International Airport | 68 mi | 1 hr 40 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Raleigh-Durham | 114 mi | 2 hr 20 min |
| Charlotte | 179 mi | 3 hr 40 min |
| Virginia Beach | 213 mi | 4 hr 20 min |
| Richmond | 231 mi | 4 hr 50 min |
Straight-line distance from central Wilmington; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 801 Ocean Dr, Oak Island, NC 28465, USA
- Where
- Oak Island · 24 miles south of central Wilmington
- Listed under
- Wedding Venues · Wedding Planners · Wedding DJs
- In Wilmington
- One of 89 wedding venues we list · 3 within 3 miles
- Phone
- (910) 523-8166
- Website
- Visit site
From Wedding-801 Ocean's website
“Located oceanfront along the stunning East Coast, 801 Ocean Event Center offers unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean, making it the perfect backdrop for any celebration.”oakislandnc.gov
- Services they list
- Indoor spaces, Ceremony and reception on site, Tables and chairs included, Free parking
- Capacity
- Up to 130 guests
- Areas they mention
- Wilmington, Southport, Oak Island
Read from oakislandnc.gov in October 2026. Prices and services change; confirm with Wedding-801 Ocean before you book. Is this your business? Claim the page to write your own.
Around Oak Island
- Wedding Venues nearby
- 3 within 3 mi, 9 within 10
- Guest hotels
- 12 within 5 mi
- Communities served
- Southport, Bald Head Island, St James
Distances are straight-line from Wedding-801 Ocean; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Wilmington.
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