The Story

The Story is an event venue on West Franklin Street in Chapel Hill, offering organisers four different spaces across three floors. The venue is suitable for wedding receptions, corporate gatherings, university functions, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs and other celebrations, with a stated total capacity of up to 350 guests across the building. Its central location is within walking distance of the University of North Carolina campus.

The main Ballroom is reached directly from Franklin Street and features hardwood floors, exposed brick and high ceilings. The Rooftop provides an open-air setting, with a timber deck and overhead trellis for shade. Downstairs, the Game Room has a bar, pool tables, foosball and arcade games, offering a more relaxed area for guests. The Bridal Room is a private retreat with comfortable seating and a large vanity mirror.

Organisers can hire the venue for an event and arrange catering through their preferred reputable caterer. Mediterranean Deli, the business behind the venue, is also available to cater. The venue holds a licence to serve beer, wine and spirits. The main Ballroom is accessible from street level, while stairs are required to reach the Rooftop and Game Room, so planners should take this into account when considering guest access. To enquire about dates and event arrangements, organisers can contact the venue directly.