8 Austin Wedding Venues Where BYO and DIY are A-OK!
Austin's a city brimming with creative spirit, so it's no surprise that couples here appreciate flexibility and freedom when it comes to wedding planning. We've rounded up some of the best Austin venues that welcome outside caterers and other vendors…or let you mastermind your own event. If "BYO" and "DIY" are among your favorite abbreviations, you'll definitely want to take a look at this list.
Circle C Barn at Copperas Creek
Caldwell, TX
Fab Features: rustic, family-owned venue nestled on a sprawling 27-acre property complete with a pretty pond • exchange vows beneath a shady pavilion overlooking the pond and rolling greens, then celebrate in the sleek industrial-chic barn • weekend weddings include full access to the venue for all three days, plus on-site lodging in a cozy farmhouse, carriage house, stables, and cabins
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Arlo
Austin, TX
Fab Features: elegantly-designed event space that combines an upscale, metropolitan aesthetic with a panoramic Hill Country views • the charming courtyard is the perfect space for an intimate cocktail hour • exchange vows on The Lawn with a spectacular outdoor fireplace easily customized to your event style
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Old Glory Ranch
Wimberley, TX
Fab Features: expansive, 2,200-acre ranch nestled among oak groves, rolling pasture, and the Blanco River • diverse event venues include the vintage-inspired Chapel Hall, the DIY-friendly Gatehouse Pavilion, and the riverfront Wedding Deck • affordable pricing and a warm, long-term staff provide flexibility for DIY and add-ons like coordination, florals, and even Beer Burros!
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Inn at Quarry Ridge
Bryan, TX
Fab Features: peaceful, secluded venue specializing in unforgettable weekend weddings • exchange vows at the gazebo overlooking the sparkling pond, then move to the elegant Stonehem Hall with its soaring ceilings and state-of-the-art AV equipment • exclusive use of the property all weekend long, including plush overnight accommodations for 25
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Cactus Moon Lodge
Dripping Springs, TX
Fab Features: gorgeous resort-style boutique lodge on 24 acres • event spaces include an intimate interior courtyard surrounded by lush native landscaping, a bistro-lit poolside patio, and a spacious "sky deck" • fabulously unique lodgings in a "floating lodge" and adorable casitas
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $$ • $$$
Anderson Terrace Weddings & Events
Austin, TX
Fab Features: family-owned country-luxe ranch with scenic pastures, a gently flowing river, and plenty of wide-open sky • the gorgeous ranch house offers impeccably-designed quarters for each side of the wedding party • packages are affordable and flexible, ranging from all-inclusive affairs to simple venue rentals
Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Palladium
Waco, TX
Fab Features: cool, dance hall-style space on the ground floor of a historic building in downtown Waco • the space includes floor-to-ceiling windows, a large stage, exposed brick and duct work, and antique-style wrought-iron chandeliers • 16-hour all day rental gives you plenty of time for setup, cleanup, and celebration
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
HighPointe Estate
Liberty Hill, TX
Fab Features: tasteful private event venue on 42 manicured acres offering a host of indoor and outdoor spaces, staging rooms, and top-notch amenities • beautiful chapel with soaring cathedral ceiling supposed by gracefully arched wooden trusses • in-house floral department can create anything from simple boutonnieres to show-stopping altar installations
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Are we friends yet? Join MyGuide for more goodness!
Some clients may have paid to be placed in our editorial and some of these links may be affiliate; however, we never include a venue, vendor, or product unless they have a proper place here. This is part of our Core Values. We create our website first and foremost to be good for the couples using it to plan their Big Day. We won't stray from that for a few advertising dollars. #scoutshonor