The Backyard Venue is a rustic yet elegant venue located in McKinney, Texas, that opened its doors in May 2022. Designed in a charming farmhouse style, this intimate venue welcomes couples dreaming of a romantic country wedding for up to 120 guests.

Capacity:

Tucked just 10 minutes east of downtown McKinney, near Princeton, Texas, The Backyard Venue offers a private escape from the bustle of the city.

Surrounded by captivating scenery, the property features both indoor and outdoor event spaces, each with a rustic aesthetic and a warm, romantic atmosphere. While the maximum guest capacity is 120, couples can comfortably invite up to 160 guests, with typical attendance at 70–80% of invitations.

Facilities:

Two Outdoor Ceremony Sites with Rain Back-up Plans Available:

The Garden – With a serene pond-less waterfall as your backdrop, the lush turf area contrasts beautifully with the white padded chairs—perfect for vibrant, memorable photos.

The Woods – Towering trees adorned with string lights and white benches, offering a magical setting for nature lovers.

Cocktail Hour and Outdoor Areas:

The Pavilion – A covered outdoor space with a built-in bar, ideal for cocktail hour.

The Fire Pits – A cozy area for guests to relax and enjoy conversation—or roast s’mores under the stars.

Turf Area – Perfect to set up additional seating and yard games

Indoor Spaces:

The Barn – The climate-controlled white barn boasts beautiful cedar accents and dramatic double sliding wooden doors for a grand entrance.

Warming Kitchen – Featuring an industrial fridge, upright freezer, double-oven, plenty of granite counters, and with free use of several drink dispensers for water, tea, and lemonade.

Bridal Cottage – An adorable house with a room for bridal party and a separate room for the Bride, a cozy living room and kitchen with retro appliances, and even a full bathroom with shower

Groom’s Man Cave – A fun house for the Groom to play poker or bumper pool with his buddies, have a living room to relax, a kitchen with a full-size fridge, and a full bathroom with a shower.

Parking:

Parking Lot – Ample parking, handicap-accessible spaces, parking lot assistants, and golf-cart shuttle ensure every guest arrives comfortably.

Custom Features:

Custom Golf Carts – Limo-length antique-car golf cart for bridal party and Cadillac Escalade golf cart for Bride & Groom to getaway in style.

Truck Waterfall – Unique photo op by the antique truck waterfall.

Farm Animals – View of miniature horses and miniature cows.

Decoration Room – An entire room full of beautiful decorations available to be used free of charge.

Perfect for All Types of Events:

The Backyard Venue is available for every occasion!

- Weddings

- Receptions

- Showers

- Corporate events

- Sweet 16 and Quinceaneras

- Graduations

- And any other celebration!

Included:

Rectangular and/or round tables

White padded folding chairs

Table layout setup

On-site parking with staff assistance

Other Services Available:

Decoration set-up

Food Serving

Table Bussing

Fire Pit Service

Yard Games Rental

Discounts:

Heros discount for couples in the military, teachers, fire fighters, law enforcement, and health care providers.

Bundles for add-on services

Vendors:

Couples are welcome to bring in outside vendors, with a list of preferred vendors available upon booking.

Contact us today to book a tour so we can show you all we have to offer!