9 of Southern Illinois' Best Wedding Venues
With its antebellum architecture, charming small towns, and ever-growing wine country, it’s easy to find a gorgeous wedding venue in Southern Illinois. Whether you're dreaming of a boho-chic bash in a restored factory or an elegant outdoor affair surrounded by towering trees, you'll find the perfect space to match your style here!
A Pocket Full of Sunshine
Mount Vernon, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Rustic Romance
Family-Owned
Décor Collection
More Fab Features: sweet, family-owned venue surrounded by lush meadows, a sparkling pond, and mature shade trees • the pretty whitewashed barn boasts features an attached covered patio that opens to a courtyard • choose from their wide collection of décor to make your unique vision come to life
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
The Ink House
Edwardsville, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Industrial-chic
Historic Charm
Eclectic
More Fab Features: former home of the local newspaper • the interior impresses with exposed wood beams, warm brick walls, and large windows that flood the space with natural light • cocktails in The Press Room which also boasts an in-house photo booth that lends an element of fun to any event held here
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Historic Bell Hill
Cobden, Illinois
Venue Superpowers:
Picturesque Panoramas
Rustic
Weekend Weddings
More Fab Features: breathtaking panoramic views of the Shawnee National Forest • say “I do” on the manicured lawn or with a pre-Civil War barn backdrop • multiple event spaces can accommodate intimate to large-scale celebrations
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Walker's Bluff
Carterville, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Old World Romance
Outdoor Ambiance
Weekend Weddings
More Fab Features: tranquil ceremonies on a verdant lawn overlooking a lake, nestled among the trees, or set before the lush vines • the spacious stone Tasting Room exudes elegant, Old World romance • delicious and upscale New American cuisine paired with the vineyard's best local wines
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Mount Hope
Michael, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Country Chic
Barn Weddings
On-site Accomodations
More Fab Features: the historic red barn sits above a peaceful lake • country-chic ceremonies with church pew seating • rental packages include use of the property from
Friday to Sunday
Price: $ • $$
Dragonfly
Herrin, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Picturesque Setting
Outdoor Ambiance
Weekend Weddings
More Fab Features: stunning property set on 36 gorgeous acres • great photo ops thanks to the 1-Acre Pond, Waterfall, Flower Swing, Boho Tiny House, and the Wonderland Woods • rental includes 3-bedroom Bridal Cottage, Large Wedding Barn, Outdoor Patio, and Covered Pavilion with stone fireplace
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Cedarhurst Center for the Arts
Mt. Vernon, Illinois
Venue Superpowers:
Modern
Woodsy
Outdoor Ceremonies
More Fab Features: art and cultural center set on 90 wooded acres • unique photo ops among the large-scale sculptures thoughtfully placed throughout the grounds • the bright and airy reception hall has an attached patio that offers a great indoor/outdoor flow for events
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Garden Grove Event Center
Carbondale, Illinois
Venue Superpowers:
Full-Service
Landscaped Courtyard
Affordable
More Fab Features: centrally located full-service event venue • the wedding garden boasts a landscaped courtyard with pergola, pond, and fountain • dance the night away in the huge pavilion or in the loft & terrace with its open-air stage
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
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