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6 Gorg Outdoor Wedding Venues in Richmond, Virginia

Make sure your big day is one for the books by checking out some of these killer outdoor wedding venues in Richmond, Virginia.

Richmond

Richmond

Make sure your big day is one for the books by checking out some of these killer outdoor wedding venues in Richmond, Virginia. The RVA is known for being a hip city filled with good eats, rich history and a superb arts district, (Thanks VCU!). It’s even been making a name for itself in the wedding industry by providing a ton of outdoor settings that are totally fab for your special day.

Richmond wedding venues make sure to embody the capital's culture by evoking either a Southern charm or even an artsy vibe, like the Quirk hotel. Whether you’re hoping to find a venue with a sick rooftop, or you’re feeling extra and really want to go all out by booking a grand estate, these outdoor wedding venues in Richmond, Virginia are on everyone’s must-see list.

Check out these photo-worthy outdoor wedding venues in Richmond, Virginia.

Maymont

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Maymont

The all brick exterior of this 19th-century estate creates a swoon-worthy (and vintage!) setting for your special day. The grounds include several outdoor areas, such as Japanese Garden and even an Italian rose garden for hosting your ceremony or reception that are legit gorg AF. This Richmond wedding venue, even offers private carriage rides, which you can use for a charming and also memorable send-off. The estate also includes the use of Garden Hall, which is an elegant indoor banquet hall. Whether you are opting for an indoor and outdoor venue, the Maymont can make your Richmond wedding dreams come true with its versatile spaces.

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The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing

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The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing

If you and your bae are browsing outdoor wedding venues in Richmond, Virginia and realize an estate isn’t really the look and feel you want, we’ve got your back! Waterfront venues in Richmond, Virginia are just as swoon-worthy, especially when it comes to the The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing. The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing is a super cool waterfront venue that has unparalleled views of the James River and city skyline. The River View room has floor-to-ceiling windows and a private patio that overlooks the James, which gives you the option for an indoor and outdoor venue. The modern event space can accommodate up to 235 guests and also helps with the necessary essentials, such as rentals chairs, linens—you name it.

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Quirk Hotel

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Quirk Hotel

A Richmond wedding venue that has been quite the buzz lately is the modern Quirk Hotel. Known for being a hotspot for a cocktail during happy hour, the Quirk Hotel’s rooftop is also a hip and trending place for outdoor weddings in Richmond. The rooftop is perfect for smaller weddings, since it can seat up to 60 guests, or it can hold up to 120 for a more cocktail-style reception. It also has some killer views of the city skyline that make a great backdrop for portraits. If you’d prefer not to host your wedding on the rooftop, the Quirk also has an outdoor Gallery Courtyard that creates a “quirky” (hence the name) spot for soirees. The courtyard features raw brick walls and checkered floors and can easily be dressed up with string lights to create an industrial, yet also chic setting.


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Stonehenge Golf & Country Club

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Stonehenge Golf & Country Club

A classic wedding venue, The Country Club of Virginia provides brides and grooms-to-be with a rural and traditional aesthetic for their special day. The country club is located a quarter-mile from Chesterfield Towne Center, and is low key one of the best outdoor wedding venues in Richmond, Virginia because it so many locations to choose from. Whether you wish to have your ceremony overlooking the green golf course or rather have your ceremony indoors and then host your reception out on the patio and deck, The Stonehenge Golf and Country Club makes sure their couples are happy and taken care of during the special day.


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blue bee cider

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Blue Bee Cider

Calling all cider lovers! Blue Bee Cider is a rustic cidery that’s also a unique setting for an outdoor wedding in Richmond, Virginia. The Summit Stables was rehabilitated into an urban cidery, tap room and cider garden, which also provides couples with three locations to host their big day. The Cider Garden Patio is one of our favorite of the locations because it’s an outdoor courtyard that can host small or medium-scaled weddings. The garden and patio is also surrounded by granite buildings and shaded with umbrellas to evoke a cozy and cute setting for celebrating.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Filled with award-winning gardens the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is an outdoor wedding venue in Richmond that will make you feel #blessed. The tranquil gardens offer a serene setting for celebrating and also require little decor if you want to be surrounded by fresh blooms on the big day. The botanical garden offers three different locations for couples to choose from and they all include garden ceremony spaces. Our two favorites are the Robin’s Tea house—since it's set in Asian Valley—and also the Grace Arents Garden, because of its sundial gazebo.

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