13 Affordable Texas Gulf Coast Wedding Venues
Are you planning a Texas Gulf Coast wedding while working with a limited budget? You’re in luck! The Lone Star State comes with an abundance of awesome affordable locations. From art museums on the shore to historic chapels, there’s a special spot for every style. Take your pick from our list below and plan the wedding of your dreams without breaking the bank!
Art Museum of South Texas
Corpus Christi, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Bay Views
Eclectic Decor
Custom Catering
Fab Features: two iconic landmark buildings on the Corpus Christi Bayfront • choose from a variety of unique event spaces from the light-filled Chapman Gallery to the Singer Gallery that offers unobstructed views of the Bay thanks to its floor-to-ceiling windows • divine custom catering provided by Water Street Restaurants
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Hidden Oaks Events
Angleton, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Private Estate
Pecan Orchard
Rustic Romance
Fab Features: locally owned in Angelton featuring towering oak trees, a beautiful pecan orchard, a quaint pond, and a picturesque functioning windmill • exhcnage vows under the shade of the century old oaks • flexible options allow custom packages for everything from micro weddings to large celebratinos
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Art Center of Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Gulf Views
Euro Vibes
Courtyard Celebrations
Fab Features: exchange vows on the sweeping staircase in the courtyard with stringed market lights hung from stately pillars or inside the Bay View Room that overlooks the bay and marina • convenient location within walking distance of hotels, restaurants, bars, entertainment, and more
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Carr Mansion
Galveston, Texas
Venue Superpowers:
Historic
Microwedding Options
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: carefully restored 19th-century Greek Revival mansion located just 10 blocks from Galveston's Seawall beaches and 13 blocks from the Strand • make it a weekend affair and treat your guests to 8 gorgeous suites with the wonderful amenities of a fully functional bed and breakfast • enjoy the freedom to choose caterers, bartenders, and other third-party vendors
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Lyceum
Galveston, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Chapel
Downtown Galveston
Garden Courtyard
Fab Features: beautifully preserved 1845 chapel in the heart of downtown • offering light-filled celebrations thanks to the floor-to-ceiling ornate stained glass windows and warm wood tones • continue the celebration in the chapel or in the garden
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Virginia Point Inn
Galveston, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Pool Area
BYO Catering & Alcohol
Rehearsal Dinner Options
Fab Features: historic 1907 bed and breakfast in Galveston • exchange vows surrounded by lush gardens • make it a weekend affair and stay in a guest room on site, each equipped with a screened-in porch
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Carr Mansion
Galveston, Texas
Venue Superpowers:
Historic
Garden Views
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: gorgeous mid-nineteenth century Greek Revival mansion is one of the last remaining landmarks of Galvestons original building boom • flexible options allow you to use in-house catering or bring your own vendors • option to rent the entire property, including the 8 stately suites, to provide your guests with a luxury bed and breakfast experience
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Curry's Cove
Corpus Christi, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Unique
Tropical Gardens
Small Celebrations
Fab Features: rustic-style event venue with a myriad of event spaces ranging from the cozy bar to the charming Cove Room • exchange vows in the landscaped grounds with swaying palms and a covered bridge • affordable packages to work with every budget
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Avenue O Bed & Breakfast
Galveston, TX
Venue Superpowers:
On-Site Accommodations
Historic Charm
Lush Garden
Fab Features: elegantly renovated historic home in the heart of Galveston • exchange vows in the courtyard among the floral blooms • specializing in all-inclusive micro weddings and elopements
Catering: In-housePrice: $
Mansion Royal
Corpus Christi, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Small Wedding Options
Fountain
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: family-owned event venue in the heart of Corpus Christi • exchange vows in the ballroom features a crystal chandelier • all-inclusive options make wedding planning a breeze
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Haak Wines
Santa Fe, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Winery
On-Site Accommodations
In-House Catering
Fab Features: vineyard and winery with unique underground wine cellar in Santa Fe • celebrate in the old-world chapel that overlooks the lush grape vines • flexible package options accommodate everything from intimate weddings to weekend weddings
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Moody Gardens
Galveston, TX
Venue Superpowers:
All-Inclusive
Accommodates Large Parties
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: retreat-style extravaganza featuring 242 acres of tropical Gulf beauty, ideal for intimate or grand ceremonies • sophisticated ballrooms, luxurious accommodations, and unique wedding venues craft a memorable tropical atmosphere • keep your guests entertained all weekend long
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Z Party Upscale Events
Corpus Christi, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Blank Canvas
In-house Decor
Modern Vintage
Fab Features: small, trendy wedding venue in the heart of Corpus Christi • enjoy the freedom to bring in your own vendors • transparent pricing package makes planning easy
Catering: BYOPrice: $
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