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the Gathering PORCH

"Where Memories Take Root"

Venue Rental • Catering • Wedding Coordination • Event Planning

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Our Story

Where Every Moment
Deserves to Be Celebrated

At The Gathering Porch, we believe that life's most meaningful moments deserve a setting as special as the occasion itself. Nestled in the heart of Ripley, Mississippi, our venue offers a warm, inviting atmosphere where families and friends come together to create memories that last a lifetime.

Let our venue and catering staff help celebrate this fun season of your life. Whether you're planning an intimate bridal shower or a grand celebration, our dedicated team — led by Misty — brings passion, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail to every event we host.

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What We Offer

Our Services

From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, we provide everything you need for an unforgettable event.

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Venue Rental

A stunning space for your celebrations. Our versatile venue accommodates everything from intimate gatherings to larger events, with both indoor and outdoor areas perfect for any occasion.

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Catering

Delicious cuisine crafted to delight your guests. From elegant plated dinners to casual buffets, our catering services bring exceptional flavors and beautiful presentation to every event.

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Wedding Coordination

Your dream wedding, flawlessly executed. Our experienced coordinators handle every detail — from vendor management to day-of logistics — so you can focus on enjoying your special day.

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Event Planning

Full-service event planning for every occasion. Corporate gatherings, birthday parties, reunions, and more — we bring your vision to life with expert coordination and creative flair.

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Decorating

Transform any space into something magical. Our decorating services create the perfect ambiance for your event, with custom designs that reflect your personal style and vision.

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Full Service

The all-inclusive event experience. Sit back and relax while we handle everything — venue, catering, decorations, coordination, and every detail in between for a truly stress-free celebration.

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Mobile Cart

A fun and delicious experience on wheels! Our mobile cart serves mini loaded pancakes, freshly made-to-order lemonades in a variety of flavors, classic funnel cakes, dirty sodas, and more — perfect for events, parties, and special occasions.

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Perfect For Every Occasion

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Wedding Showers

Celebrate the bride-to-be in elegant style with a beautifully curated wedding shower.

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Bridesmaids Brunch

Gather your best girls for a memorable brunch celebration before the big day.

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Wedding Rehearsals

The perfect setting for your rehearsal dinner — relaxed, beautiful, and memorable.

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Corporate Events

Professional gatherings and team events in an inspiring and comfortable setting.

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Birthday Parties

Make birthdays unforgettable with a celebration in our beautiful event space.

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Special Occasions

Anniversaries, reunions, baby showers — whatever the celebration, we make it special.

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Let our venue and catering staff help celebrate this fun season of your life.

Investment

Venue Rental Packages

Affordable packages designed to fit your celebration, with add-on services available.

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Half Day

$ 250

for 5 hours

  • Venue access for 5 hours
  • Setup & teardown time
  • Tables & chairs included
  • Perfect for showers & brunches
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Best Value

Full Day

$ 350

for 10 hours

  • Venue access for 10 hours
  • Extended setup & teardown
  • Tables & chairs included
  • Ideal for rehearsals & receptions
  • Maximum flexibility
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Deposit

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secure your date

  • Lock in your preferred date
  • Applied toward your rental
  • Quick & easy online payment
  • Peace of mind
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Full Service

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all-inclusive package

  • Venue rental included
  • Professional catering
  • Custom decorating
  • Event coordination
  • Stress-free celebration
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What People Are Saying

"The staff's attention to detail is shown through the venue. Everything was absolutely perfect for our event."

Happy Client

"We would love to help you — and they truly mean it. Misty and the team went above and beyond for our celebration."

Grateful Family

"The all-inclusive package made our event completely stress-free. The catering was delicious and the decorations were stunning!"

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Let's Plan Your
Perfect Event

Ready to start planning? We'd love to hear about your vision. Call Misty for details or reach out through our social media — we're here to make your celebration unforgettable.

Call Misty (662) 750-8394
Visit Us 1514 City Avenue North
Ripley, MS 38663
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