Browsing wedding venues is among the very first steps of planning your big day. But with so many wedding venues to choose from, how do you find The One? First, consider the style of venue you’d like: Garden or beach? Ballroom or barn? Then, read reviews of wedding venues in your desired city and select a few to tour in person. Happy venue hunting!
For memorable and exciting events, Monticello Motor Club is the perfect venue. Our multi-million dollar South Clubhouse houses classrooms, a dining area, a private lounge, kitchen, bar, and a large climate-controlled garage area suitable for display or presentation. For convenience and easy... (Banquet Halls Pond Eddy)
The five-acre, $12 million estate is centrally located in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles, minutes from the Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, and Universal Studios. Escape the ordinary venue with a wedding at the Houdini Estate. Beautiful garden settings with room for a thousand guests. Parking for up... (Historic Weddings Los Angeles)
Your wedding and event planning starts here! Skyy Event and Design Center is located in the heart of historic Chaska at 207 North Chestnut Street. We offer an elegant ballroom to clients in and near Chaska, Minnesota. We also offer wedding & event planning services. Our packages are tailored to... (Banquet Halls Chaska)
If you havent heard the word around town, we have opened our newest project Gaslamp; a hidden crraft cocktail bar manifesting classy eclectic decor, live local jazz musicians, while covertly boasting the most exotic cocktail and food program this island has ever seen led by our elite team of... (Restaurant Weddings Kailua)
Vulture City Ghost Town is an abandoned settlement nestled into the breathtaking landscape of the Sonoran Desert in Arizona. Established in 1866, it was developed to meet the needs of Arizona's most successful gold mine. Today, the many buildings and structures have been faithfully restored to... (Historic Weddings Wickenburg)
There’s a reason this area is called Paradise Valley. It’s breathtaking natural beauty creates a romantic and serene backdrop for an unforgettable wedding. Whether your vision is charming and rustic, formal and elegant, or somewhere in between, our experienced team at Sage Lodge will work with you... (Hotel Weddings Pray)
The Hook & Ladder Theater is a fiercely independent, artist-driven, multi-use event center located in a historic Firehouse in Minneapolis, MN. Since it’s inception in 2016 The Hook & Ladder Theater has proudly served the Twin Cities’ artist community with its outreach, development, education and... (Banquet Halls Minneapolis)
Spearfish Canyon Lodge is a historic wedding venue located in Lead, South Dakota. This venue features picturesque backdrops of the Spearfish Canyon and the Black Hills. It has a dedicated sales and event team to help couples customize the venue as per their liking. Facilities and Capacity Spearfish... (Historic Weddings Lead)
The Royal Oak Room is a historic wedding venue in Lewiston, Maine. Located in the heart of the Pine Tree State, this century-old locale maintains a timeless, elegant style. Combining historic features and modern amenities, the Royal Oak Room will leave couples feeling ready for their next adventure.... (Historic Weddings Lewiston)
Your Happily Ever After Starts Here! Beaches Edge Villa Anguilla is one of two twin villas oceanfront on Anguilla's Pelican Bay with panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and the mountains of St. Martin. The sleek and modern 5-bedroom villa is perfect for weddings. It has a spacious great room with... (Banquet Halls Crocus Hill)
Moriah's unique rustic charm and views of rolling hills and Lake Travis along with the ability to sleep up to 18 people will offer you a relaxing and fun wedding weekend. Our historic estate includes three buildings originally from the 1800's - a renovated barn and two log cabins. Each... (Historic Weddings Marble Falls)
Mil Veranos Vineyard & Ranch is a winery in the D Hanis, Texas, area for couples planning an outdoorsy or country wedding. This new and trendy wedding location has five ceremony spots for couples and two reception options to choose from. Couples can begin their lives together among the 1,000... (Winery Weddings D Hanis)
Il Mercato is a Spanish colonial style building designed by prominent local architect Sam Stone and originally constructed as a neighborhood market.The 2014 renovation by local restaurateur Joel Dondis added herringbone wood floors, Italianate chandeliers, and a furnished library with banquet... (Wedding Caterers New Orleans)
Located in the picturesque Shenandoah Valley in Harrisonburg, Virginia, DoubleTree by Hilton Harrisonburg offers their hotel venue for wedding events. Available for ceremonies, receptions, and elopements, as well as bridal showers, engagement parties, and rehearsal dinners, the hotel’s indoor spaces... (Hotel Weddings Harrisonburg)
High Falls Gorge is a rustic wedding venue located in Wilmington, New York. It is a privately owned nature park that provides trail access to four splendid Adirondack waterfalls. It is just a short drive from Lake Placid, New York, and one mile away from Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort. This venue... (Park & Outdoor Weddings Wilmington)
Copper Press is a unique venue to host your Family Reunions, Quinceañera, Baby Showers, Company Events/Dinners, or have your Wedding and Reception in our historical building. (Historic Weddings Colorado City)
It is not often that a venue provides so much beauty in every angle and every corner! The Stone Manor is a unique historic destination that can accommodate your whole special day in the most gorgeous spaces. Built as a Gothic Revival building about 113 years ago, it was renovated with love over the... (Historic Weddings Orono)
Mercersburg Inn is a fairy tale Pennsylvania wedding venue for your special day! Your guests will be raving about our stunning Georgian mansion set on over 5 acres of terraced lawns and gardens. We are the perfect setting for a magical celebration for up to 150 guests, including indoor and outdoor... (Hotel Weddings Mercersburg)
Choosing a wedding venue for your wedding reception and wedding ceremony tends to be the first step in the wedding planning process. Wedding venues are typically booked 1-2 years in advance, while some only need a few months notice. It all depends on the type of venue and your personal criteria. Not only does the venue determine your wedding date, it also sets the scene of your special day.
Anything can be a venue, from backyards to banquet halls, so be creative! Some questions to ask yourself before searching: are you looking for venues that can accommodate a large event, or a more intimate affair? Do you see yourself saying 'I do' in your place of worship, or with sand between your toes? Is your dream wedding set in a local park or museum? Other venue options include: hotels, farms, restaurants, mansions, government buildings, and inns.
You don't even have to have your wedding reception and wedding ceremony in the same place! Have the ceremony indoors with an outdoor wedding reception location. Or vice versa. Allow yourself the creativity to make your wedding as unique as you are.
However, there are things to consider when choosing a venue. Set up a visit before you book. Pictures and reviews can only tell you so much.
When choosing an outdoor venue, be aware of the weather at that specific time of year. Getting married on the beach? Prepare a backup plan for summer storms. Remind your guests to wear sandals or forego shoes altogether, and wear light clothes to stay cool. On the other hand, if you plan on getting married in the fall or winter, layers and warmer clothes are a must.
Many states have 'four seasons in an hour' weather, which can be hard to predict, especially if you're getting married away from home. Do proper research before making the choice to finalize a venue and keep track of the weather in the weeks leading up to your big day. Know that the weather will not make or break the day so don't let it stress you too much.
If it's an outdoor wedding venue, find out what isn't provided and what you will need to bring from the outside. Some parks have pavilions and bathrooms, but nowhere to store food for the reception. Find out if you'll need to bring chairs or tables and what will be needed for additional decorations. Think about the time of day that you want to be married and how that may affect lighting for photography.
There are also things to consider when choosing an indoor wedding location. In addition to finding out if the venue location is available on your desired date, you should also look into whether or not it is a convenient location for your guests. Does it have the capacity to hold all of your guests? Is there enough parking for all guests? Are there enough bathrooms? Is it climate controlled? These are all important things to note before making the final decision to book a venue.
Deciding on a wedding location is the first step in turning your wedding vision into a reality. It is meant to be fun and exciting. Here at WeddingWire, we have a quick and easy way to find and compare wedding venues in a snap! Just enter the desired zip code or city & state to see a full list of wedding venues in the local area.
If you're still trying to decide where to have the wedding, don't fret! WeddingWire has venue options across the country. Look around before making that final booking.
Regardless of the venue you choose, your wedding is supposed to be a day of incredible love and joy. Relax. Have fun!
