17 Affordable East Bay Wedding Venues
The East Bay is like an eclectic jewelry box, filled with lots of glittering wedding venue gems. From a wooded wonderland tucked away in the Berkeley Hills to an Art Deco landmark overlooking Oakland's Lake Merritt to a Tuscan-style clubhouse nestled in Livermore Wine Country, these locations not only set a lovely stage for your event but also won't break the bank!
BERKELEY
BERKELEY
The Faculty Club
Berkeley, California
Venue Superpowers:
Euro Vibes
Historic
Al Fresco Celebrations
Fab Features: lawn ceremonies in a grove of redwoods, oaks, and maples next to meandering Strawberry Creek • three-story Great Hall with vaulted ceiling, massive stone fireplace, and stained-glass windows • comfortable lodgings at the Club are just steps away from the festivities
Catering: In-housePrice: $
City Cruises San Francisco
San Francisco and Berkeley, CA
Venue Superpowers:
Choice of Yachts
All-Inclusive
Unbeatable Skyline Views
Fab Features: affordable all-inclusive weddings on the Bay • their wide range of vessels include glamorous yachts to a replica of a turn-of-the-century coastal steamer • to-die-for views of SF skyline, bridges, and Alcatraz... and complimentary on-site parking!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Berkeley Country Club
El Cerrito, CA
Venue Superpowers:
Bay Area Vistas
1920s Clubhouse
World-Class Culinary Staff
Fab Features: lush, hillside property offers the ambiance of a country retreat with dazzling panoramas of the Bay • say "I do" on the Vista Terrace, overlooking the sparkling sea and distant boats • charming English Tudor-style Clubhouse boasts original 1920s architectural details
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
BENICIA
BENICIA
Jefferson Street Mansion by Wedgewood Weddings
Benicia, California
Venue Superpowers:
Landscaped Gardens
Italianate Mansion
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: historic hilltop mansion with bay views • exchange vows beneath a classical colonnaded wisteria arbor • garden receptions among fountains, statues, and flowerbeds, or in the elegant fabric-draped Grand Pavilions
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
OAKLEY
OAKLEY
La Grande Estates
Oakley, California
Venue Superpowers:
Euro Vibes
Italian Gardens
Tented Receptions
Fab Features: picturesque 10-acre estate evoking a Tuscan villa • alongside the main mansion is a sprawling Piazza courtyard, lushly landscaped gardens, and an elegant Pavilion Tent illuminated by chandeliers • breathtaking sunset views of Mount Diablo
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $ • $$
WALNUT CREEK | PLEASANT HILL
WALNUT CREEK | PLEASANT HILL
Shadelands Ranch Museum
Walnut Creek, CA
Venue Superpowers:
Backyard Vibes
Historic
Al Fresco Dancing
Fab Features: 1903 Colonial Revival house framed by stately shade trees, gardens, and a terrace • exchange vows on the expansive back lawn in a gazebo encircled by roses or under a shady oak • paths went through fragrant citrus, pomegranate, walnut, and quince, and lovely herb and vegetable gardens
Catering: BYOPrice: $
OAKLAND
OAKLAND
Sequoyah Country Club
Oakland, California
Venue Superpowers:
Giant Sequoias
Old-World Style
Pretty Patio
Fab Features: sun-soaked ceremonies on the picturesque, tree-lined Terrace Lawn • graceful Spanish Colonial-style clubhouse perched above budding olive trees and bright beds of flowers • cocktails on the front Patio, with its comfortable lounge furniture, fire pits, and panoramic vista
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Fairview Metropolitan
Oakland, CA
Venue Superpowers:
Scenic Vistas
Late Night
Customizable Packages
Fab Features: stylish banquet pavilion with scenic vistas of the Oakland hills, the bay, & SF skyline • gorgeous landscaping with verdant lawns, fountains, and epic views • generous packages may include invitations, flowers, wedding cake, and music, along with tempting food & beverage options
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Skyline Community Church
Oakland, CA
Venue Superpowers:
Panoramic Views
Charming Chapel
Landscaped Gardens
Fab Features: charming hilltop chapel overlooking the East Bay Regional Park • exchange vows in the picturesque circular courtyard, outfitted with teak benches flanked by urns overflowing with succulents • the fan-shaped sanctuary has a beamed ceiling, parquet floor, and a stunning wall of glass that offers uninterrupted views of rolling parkland
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Fairyland Weddings
Oakland, CA
Venue Superpowers:
10-Acre Gardens
Whimsical Fairy-Tale Details
Al Fresco Celebrations
Fab Features: exchange vows under the canopied pavilion or in the colorful garden • fun al fresco receptions with a whimsical storybook set backdrop • guests will enjoy discovering a pirate ship and dragons or taking a ride on the iconic Jolly Trolly train
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Camron-Stanford House
Oakland, California
Venue Superpowers:
Victorian Mansion
Garden Party Vibes
DIY-Friendly
Fab Features: exquisite 1876 Victorian gem nestled on the shores of Lake Merritt • al fresco celebrations on the private lawn, surrounded by a handsome wrought-iron fence and replica Victorian-era lampposts and café lighting • stunning restored interiors (including 2 dressing rooms) boast elaborate molding, authentic wallpaper patterns and fabric, and period furnishings
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Scott's at Jack London Square
Oakland, CA
Venue Superpowers:
Waterfront
Skyline Views
Fresh Seafood
Fab Features: beloved waterfront fine dining restaurant with six unique banquet rooms, including the bright, lantern-draped Pavilion and the sumptuously furnished Harborview Rooms • terrific views of passing ships and the San Francisco skyline from every space • the expert culinary team will prepare a custom menu featuring fresh, local seafood
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Preservation Park
Oakland, CA
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Homesteads
Garden Ceremonies
Open-Air Receptions
Fab Features: eye-catching recreation of a Victorian neighborhood in the heart of Oakland • ceremonies in the graceful bandstand surrounded by vintage architecture, colorfully painted homes, and lush landscaping • receptions follow in the adjacent Fountain Courtyard with a stunning two-tiered fountain at its center
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
RICHMOND
RICHMOND
Riggers Loft Wine Company
Richmond, CA
Venue Superpowers:
In-House Wine & Cider
Waterfront Ceremonies
Panoramic Views
Fab Features: rustic-chic collective wine bar, tasting room, working winery and cidery • exchange vows on the expansive deck overlooking the SF Bay • exclusive catering provided by Kitchen Loft that ranges from small plates to wood-fired pizzas to spicy New Orleans style shrimp boils
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
VALLEJO
VALLEJO
Hiddenbrooke Hills by Wedgewood Weddings
Vallejo, California
Venue Superpowers:
Modern Farmhouse
Golf Course Views
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: breathtaking vista of rolling hills, trees and golf greens from the Fairways Ceremony Lawn • modern farmhouse-style banquet facility with wrought-iron chandeliers and sliding barn doors • elegant glass pavilion frames the lush views and brings in natural light
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
SAN RAMON
SAN RAMON
The Bridges Golf Club
San Ramon, California
Venue Superpowers:
Mediterranean Vibes
Verdant Views
Cozy Patios
Fab Features: romantic ceremonies unfold on velvety lawns or in the glowing Fireplace Room • villa-style interiors boast high wood-beam ceilings, antique-style chandeliers, and arched picture windows • outdoor spaces include the cozy Back Fireplace Patio and the elegant Looking Terrace
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $ • $$
San Ramon Waters by Wedgewood Weddings
San Ramon, CA
Venue Superpowers:
Sparkling Lake
Luxe Interiors
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: dreamy, al fresco ceremonies beneath a pergola or 50-year-old weeping willow, set against a sparkling lake & waterfall • pretty patios are surrounded by lush landscaping, with views of the lake and its wildlife • luxe interior banquet room with a cozy fireplace, sunken built-in bar and windows showcasing the view
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
PIEDMONT
PIEDMONT
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