24 Epic Outdoor Bay Area Wedding Venues

The Bay Area may be a bustling metropolitan region, but it's also home to some epic outdoor wedding venues. These romantic places can be found in a variety of settings—on a bluff overlooking the ocean, surrounded by lush vineyards, and even nestled in a forest beneath towering redwoods. And thanks to California's agreeable climate, you can host an unforgettable al fresco celebration pretty much all year-round. Here are our picks for some of the best outdoor wedding spots the Bay Area has to offer.



NORTH BAY



Maple Lawn Estate

San Rafael, California

Fab Features: rambling and romantic Victorian estate bordered by mature magnolia and camellia trees, a lush lawn, and profusion of colorful blooming hedge • say "I do" on the gorgeous Magnolia Terrace, which boasts a wide brick promenade adorned with two-tier fountains • take advantage of the polished wooden doors, central staircase and porte-cochère as romantic photo backdrops 

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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NAPA/SONOMA WINE COUNTRY



Silverado Resort

Napa, California

Fab Features: gracious historic estate that blends Southern hospitality and California charm • romantic 19th-century mansion encircled by lush, blooming gardens and grassy oak-lined paths • plenty of accommodations for guests, including family-size, cozy cottages

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Eagle Vines Vineyards and Golf Club

Napa, California

Fab Features: the elevated pavilion outfitted with elegant white draping, a custom-built wood wall and chandeliers • ceremonies set on the picturesque 18th-hole with waterfall and vineyard views • fabulous all-inclusive packages

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Annadel Estate Winery

Santa Rosa, CA

Fab Features: striking turn-of-the-century estate set on 40 acres of woodlands, vineyards, and heirloom rose fields • magical Old World-style ruins boast hand-hewn stone walls and lush trellises • artful lighting illuminates expansive lawns, terraces, and a rustic barn

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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EAST BAY



Preservation Park

Oakland, CA

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 list
Price: $ • $$
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Sequoyah Country Club

Oakland, California

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-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Bridges Golf Club

San Ramon, California

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, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Olive Hill Estate

Byron, CA

Fab Features: elegant Tuscan-inspired estate at the heart of a 2-acre olive grove in the Bay Area's backyard • enjoy cocktails on the poolside patio or steal away for photos in the lush rose garden, then dine & dance under the stars in the event court • weekend-long celebrations with lodgings in the luxe villa, with its sleek kitchen, plush living spaces, and four light-flooded bedrooms

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Gardens at Heather Farm

Walnut Creek, CA

Fab Features: garden oasis with 6 acres of colorful flowerbeds, herb and rock gardens, and water features • romantic ceremonies beneath the Gazebo designed with a unique, slate-tile roof and enhanced by climbing roses • al fresco receptions on the Meadow Lawn surrounded by Rugosa roses and pine trees

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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SOLANO COUNTY



Jefferson Street Mansion by Wedgewood Weddings

Benicia, California

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-house
Price: $ • $$
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Hiddenbrooke Hills by Wedgewood Weddings

Vallejo, California

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-house
Price: $ • $$
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SAN FRANCISCO



Japanese Tea Garden

San Francisco, CA

Fab Features: beloved garden within Golden Gate Park • the Pagoda Plaza was thoughtfully designed with greenery, winding paths, and iconic Tatsuyama stones by award-winning designer Hoichi Kurisu • intimate ceremonies and standing receptions before a soaring, historic pagoda, with mature trees creating a secluded feel

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Sens

San Francisco, CA

Fab Features: refreshingly unique Mediterranean restaurant with a stylish interior • intimate celebrations on the patio with dramatic views of the Ferry Building and the Bay • extensive wine list and seasonally inspired menus using fresh, local ingredients

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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InterContinental Hotel San Francisco

San Francisco, California

Fab Features: modern, plush hotel with a warm, amenity-filled interior • the Pacific Terrace offers an expansive, clear-covered outdoor venue available year-round • Grand Ballroom boasts 20-foot ceilings and massive windows to bring the outside in

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Newhall Nest

San Francisco, CA

Fab Features: versatile event space set above SF"s Financial District • chic celebrations in the penthouse's loft-like interior with well-appointed decor and fabulous city views • dine and dance the night away beneath stringed bistro lights on the intimate rooftop deck

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$
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SF PENINSULA/HALF MOON BAY



The Mountain Terrace

Woodside, CA

Fab Features: say "I do" on a grassy meadow bordered by a grove of oaks and redwoods • celebrate on the two-level deck beneath strings of market lights • the inviting interior boasts a stone fireplace, doric columns, and large picture windows

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Ameswell Hotel

Mountain View, CA

Fab Features: sleek contemporary hotel in the heart of Mountain View • ceremonies on the expansive green Field backed by mountain views, followed by cocktails served from a refurbished 1960s Airstream on the Game Lawn • custom-designed menus are inventive and finely crafted, prepared with fresh, local ingredients sourced from partner farmers and ranchers

Catering: In-house
Price: $$
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TRI-VALLEY/LIVERMORE WINE COUNTRY



Bella Rosa at Garré Vineyard and Winery

Livermore, CA

Fab Features: park-like setting bordered by flowerbeds, Italian cypress, and Cabernet vines • hacienda-style Event Center with an elegant ballroom enhanced with Old-World accents and a bell tower • stone-paved inner courtyard with fireplace and fountain • patio, lawn, and vineyard views from large picture windows

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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The Club at Ruby Hill

Pleasanton, CA

Fab Features: beautiful Clubhouse sequestered on a hill overlooking a golf course and gated community surrounded by acres of vineyards • stunning oval terrace for al fresco ceremonies and receptions • a sweeping staircase leads down to the main dining room with 40-foot ceilings

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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SOUTH BAY/SAN JOSE



CordeValle Winery

San Martin, CA

Fab Features: picturesque family-owned vineyard tucked in the beautiful Hayes Valley, just 30 minutes from Silicon Valley • exchange vows on the lawn before a backdrop of 100-acre vineyards, golden hillsides, and majestic oaks • mingle among the vines in the Mulberry Grove, then dine on the breezy, Mediterranean-inspired Terrace and dance in the elegant Grand Salon

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Saratoga Springs

Saratoga, CA

Fab Features: a lush 125-acre preserve that's home to the oldest privately owned picnic grounds in the area • exchange vows in Cathedral Grove where majestic redwoods and towering box elders lean towards each other and form an arch-like the ceiling of a Gothic church • receptions backed by Longbridge, a graceful stone span bridge built in 1902

Catering: In-house, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Regale Winery and Vineyards

Los Gatos, California

Fab Features: Old World Italian villa-inspired winery • lush gardens with fountains, heirloom roses, outdoor fireplaces, and a wood-fired oven • second-floor dining room & terrace affords breathtaking views of the coastal range and gardens

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Fortino Winery and Event Center

Gilroy, California

Fab Features: family-owned winery set among acres of vineyards, rolling hills, and giant redwoods • delectable Italian cuisine served in a rustic tasting room and handsome barrel room • large patio and lawn for al fresco events

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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BONUS


We just had to include this gorgeous garden oasis in Chico that has some major tropical island vibes.


The Palms

Chico, CA

Fab Features: tropical oasis tucked away in Chico • gorgeous al fresco celebrations in the private courtyard surrounded by lush foliage • rental includes a complimentary 2-hour consultation from luxury custom event design company We Do Design

Catering: BYO
Price: $$
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