Author: 128 South - Bakery 105 Events

128 South and Bakery 105 are two uniquely appointed and historic event venues located in downtown Wilmington, North Carolina on the banks of the Cape Fear River. Both venues include indoor and outdoor spaces and modern amenities set against historic backdrops. Our venues are ideally suited for: wedding reception, luncheons, bridal or baby showers, business meetings, product presentations, product launch events, corporate dinners, professional association meetings, retirement parties, holiday parties, birthday parties, anniversary parties, art or fashion shows, etc. In 2016 we added The Cottage on Orange Street - A Bridal Suite available for daily rental. And, adjacent to 128 South you will find Stemmerman's Inn. Stemmerman's accommodations are charming, spacious, and cozy. We provide the venues as well as full-service catering and event planning services. We guarantee your next event will be truly memorable.

Pre-Wedding Preparation for The Bride

We all know wedding day preparation is a detailed process and sometimes in the midst of all those details it’s the bride who forgets to prepare herself. Behind the “first look” and perfect aisle walk are hours (sometimes days) of self-care and preparation. Every bride has her own way of anticipating the wedding day, but… Read More

5 Simple Steps To Newlywed Finances

The excitement of wedding planning has come and gone, thank you cards are written, and you can finally take a minute to process the fact that you’re married. So, now what? After you take time to bask in the newlywed light, it’s time to sit down with your S.O. and make a game plan for… Read More

Tips for Hosting An Outdoor Wedding

We might sound a little biased on the subject of outdoor weddings considering both of our venues include an outdoor space with the venue rental. But, really, what better place to commit to your “Future Mr. or Mrs.” than in the beauty of the great outdoors? Seriously, as a newlywed myself, we held our ceremony… Read More

Here Comes The Groom

Congrats!! You popped the question. The countdown has begun for the big day and it will come faster than you can imagine. You and your soon-to-be will be the star of the show so a little planning and preparation goes a long way to looking your best! That said, here are some things you can… Read More

Top 5 Royal Wedding Dos

by: Christie Bazemore There’s no doubt Saturday’s #royalwedding was one for the books. The Royal Family broke with (lots of) tradition and welcomed the stunning Meghan Markle with open arms into the clan thereby continuing the progress of the Royal Family into the modern era. It’s also proof for every girl with Princess aspirations that… Read More