A Common Ground for Uncommon Events

Located at the intersection of sophisticated and industrial, Athens Cotton Press is unlike any other venue in Athens. With space for more than 500 guests, our 8,000 square-foot blank canvas is the perfect backdrop for your next event. Our event planners can coordinate everything from food to flowers to backdrops, leaving no detail uncovered. Whether you're hosting a wedding, business meeting or a gala, Athens Cotton Press will leave quite the impression. 

Owned and operated by Epting Events.

Our Family

We are a family business. Yes, we're run by a family. But it also means when you host an event at Athens Cotton Press, you'll become part of our extended family. Together, we'll bring your vision to life with passion and detail as if it were our own. In fact, your parties are our parties. They just happened to be filled with your friends.

Our family also includes Epting Events, the preferred caterer of Athens Cotton Press. With more than 40 years of experience, the Epting Events planners can seamlessly coordinate your decor, food, beverages, floral arrangements and more.

Cotton Press History

Built in the early 1900s, our 8,000 square-foot open space was was once home to the Atlantic Compress Company's cotton press. After decades of collecting dust and layers of graffiti, we're thrilled to reclaim this space for our community and celebrate its rich history.

Although the room may be dressed in black-tie, the space's polished cement floors, exposed brick, and high ceilings are a nod to the building's historical roots. 

About Athens Cotton Press

  • Sorority & Fraternity Occasions

    Corporate Events

    UGA Functions

    Fashion Shows

    Weddings & Rehearsal Dinners

    Holiday Parties

    Fundraisers

  • Cocktails: 500 guests

    Banquet: 500 guests

    Reception with Dance Floor: 400 guests

    Auditorium Seating: 800 guests

    Conference: 300 guests

    Outdoor: 500 guestsv

  • Full Service Catering

    Bar

    Floral Design

    Audio/Visual

    On-Site Parking

    Wheelchair Accessible & ADA-Compliant

    Shuttle Service Coming Soon

Festivals and Concerts

With over 40 years of experience, we understand that every event is unique and deserves a customized approach. We take the time to get to know our clients and their needs, ensuring that every detail is carefully considered and executed.

So, whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create a truly unforgettable event.

Wedding & Rehearsal

Our reception and wedding space offers the perfect indoor / outdoor setting for couples seeking a truly unforgettable wedding experience.

With over 40 years of experience in the wedding business, our professional staff has perfected the art of creating magical weddings that cater to your unique vision.

From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our venue can accommodate your vision for this special day.

Corporate and Community

Athens is a vibrant city known for its rich history, diverse culture and thriving business community.

Whether you're an established business, affiliated with UGA, local entrepreneur or a visiting professional, finding the perfect event space can be challenging.

Reach out and we’ll help you host the perfect event!

UGA and Greek Life Proms and Reunions

For over four decades, our family-owned business has been catering parties associated with and celebrating the University of Georgia. We don’t have an exact number, but it’s safe to say we have served tens of thousands of meals for UGA-related and Greek Life events.

With three generations of UGA graduates in our midst, it’s a constant battle to see who can out ‘UGA’ each other to be the most involved in the UGA community. We have a deep appreciation for the university and its community and are excited to have this new space to host more UGA events.