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McConnell Estates Winery
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"Such a stunning venue that accommodated all of my guests. It was clean, easy to decorate, and..."
"My husband and I just got married at McConnell Winery and it was a dream! Best night of our lives,..."
Why couples loved this venue
- Unique aesthetic style
- Guests comfort
- Amenities
About this venue
McConnell Estates Winery is a beautiful family-owned winery and wedding venue filled with historic charm and simple elegance in Elk Grove, California. Our picturesque vineyards and idyllic barn venue are the perfect location to say, "I do". We offer a gorgeous lawn ceremony area with a captivating vineyard backdrop, charming bride and groom suites, and delectable estate-grown wines. We have a variety of packages to accommodate your special wedding day and are now booking for 2023 and 2024. We hope you consider McConnell Estates to celebrate your big day!
Located in Elk Grove, CA, just 15 minutes south of Sacramento, McConnell Estates has been owned and operated by the Wackman family for five generations. Built more than 100 years ago, our unique venue is perfect for couples who want to experience the gorgeous Sacramento Valley Wine Country.
Capacity
Up to 200 Guests.
Services Offered
Weddings, Showers, Receptions.
Our packages include:
- Lawn Ceremony Site
- Barn Reception Area
- Furnished Outdoor Cocktail Space
- Bride and Groom Suites
- 1-hour Rehearsal
- Custom Ceremony Arch
- Ceremony Wine Barrels
- Bar Service - Glassware & Bartenders
- Beverage Packages
- Tables
- Chairs
- Linens
Experience
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23 years in business
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We speak English
Weddings at this venue
Karly & Spencer
76 photos
Seth & Alex
27 photos
Vanessa & Luis
48 photos
FAQ
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$6,500
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$6,500
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
Yes
Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$25
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
1
Describe your venue:
Barn
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building
Winery
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer
What event items are available?
Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
March
December
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Reviews of McConnell Estates Winery
Weddingwire
31 reviews
Google
122 reviews
Jaymie Sent on 11/19/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Incredible night!
My husband and I just got married at McConnell Winery and it was a dream! Best night of our lives, hands down. Halie, the venue coordinator, was an absolute pleasure to work with.
Madison Sent on 10/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding here was amazing!
Our wedding at McConnell estates was so amazing. The venue is so naturally beautiful we didn’t have to do much decor wise & the staff are so great. Our coordinator Jenna was so helpful in making sure our day ran smooth & the bartenders were so nice. I highly recommend them!
Sierra Sent on 09/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Amazingly Beautiful Venue and Experience
McConnell Estates Winery was the most beautiful and perfect venue for my husband and I! We got married in September and the vineyards were full and beautiful. All throughout the venue were so many beautiful places for photos. The entire venue from the bridal suite, groomsmen suite, ceremony area, cocktail are, and the barn for the reception was stunning.
We booked the venue quite early due to the pandemic and Halie helped us throughout the entire year and a half leading up to the big day. She was super responsive and always had the answers or would get them in a timely fashion. The venue was flexible with allowing us to bring up decorations the day before at the designated rehearsal time.
We got to try the wines prior to the wedding day and Halie allowed us to flex our choices due to our unique food choices.
All around the venue was beautiful and the staff were great to work with!
We booked the venue quite early due to the pandemic and Halie helped us throughout the entire year and a half leading up to the big day. She was super responsive and always had the answers or would get them in a timely fashion. The venue was flexible with allowing us to bring up decorations the day before at the designated rehearsal time.
We got to try the wines prior to the wedding day and Halie allowed us to flex our choices due to our unique food choices.
All around the venue was beautiful and the staff were great to work with!
Laura Sent on 05/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating
McConnell wedding
We couldn’t have asked for a better venue for our wedding, it was so beautiful that decor didn’t need to be expensive or extravagant, we let the natural beauty of the vineyards and the amazing rustic barn be the show stoppers. Jenna and Halie were INCREDIBLE. They helped our wedding run so smoothly, we really were able to enjoy everything right in the moment without a worry. It was the most perfect night that neither of us nor any of our guests will forget.
Jaime Sent on 11/19/2021
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely Amazing!
McConnell Estates was the absolute best venue for wedding. They were flexible and easy to work with. They were realizable and we didn’t have to stress or worry about the possibility of cancellations due to COVID-19. Not to mention the venue was absolutely gorgeous for both our ceremony and reception.
Sandy Sent on 10/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding Dream 😍
Loved having our wedding at McConnell! Halie & the whole staff were absolutely incredible to work with & made our day perfect. Outside of that our guests could not stop raving about how beautiful the venue was!!! All my wedding dreams came true. 100000% recommend to anyone!
Jasmine Sent on 10/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing venue and staff
This venue is beautiful and the staff at Mcconnell are exceptional. Halie made our entire experience stress free. I recommend them over and over.
Kimberly Sent on 10/15/2020
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful Outdoor, Rustic Winery Wedding!
McConnell Estates Winery was not only the most beautiful location for our Fall wedding, but also has the most incredible staff and delicious wine. The staff was perfect and helped make our planning super easy and the day of absolutely gorgeous! The cost was completely reasonable considering we had an open bar with wine, sangria and beer, and a large outdoor setting for the ceremony and reception. We couldn't have asked for a better experience with all things considered this year (Covid-19 and the CA fires/smoke).
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McConnell Estates Winery frequently asked questions
McConnell Estates Winery includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- Clean Up
- Linens
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
The space offered by McConnell Estates Winery for wedding events is known for:
- Barn
- Farm/Ranch
- Historic Building
- Winery
McConnell Estates Winery offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Covered Outdoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
McConnell Estates Winery offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
McConnell Estates Winery offers the following services for wedding events:
- Bar Services
- Clean Up
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Outside Vendors
- Pet Friendly
McConnell Estates Winery offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Altar/Arch
- Chairs
- Dance Floor
- Lighting
- Tables
McConnell Estates Winery is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in average response time.