Outdoor Weddings
Ahhhh... the Great Outdoors. Is there a more perfect backdrop for your I DOs than the beauty and splendor of Mother Nature?
Fortunately, you don't have to rough it to have a spectacular alfresco event. Below you'll find lists of the best outdoor wedding venues across the U.S., offering all the conveniences of an indoor affair. And we've got tons of inspiration and ideas to help you pull off an incredible open-air celebration, too.
Nautical Nuptials: Everything You Need To Know About Boat Weddings
For a wedding that’s nautical in every sense of the word, there’s no better venue than a boat. Here’s pretty much everything you need to consider before committing to a buoyant bash, including planning tips and the PROs and CONS, as well as 23 questions to ask a boat or yacht wedding venue.
Outdoor Beauty Flourishes at These 7 East Texas Wedding Venues
With picturesque countryside in every direction, East Texas is an ideal location for an outdoor wedding. From a ranch and vineyard to a charming retreat and private estate, East Texas has some of the state's best al fresco wedding venues.
13 Affordable Wedding Venue Options (That Don't Feel Cheap)
While the venue will take a healthy bite out of your overall wedding budget, you don't want it to consume the whole thing! When you choose a nontraditional venue, like the 13 types listed here, you're likely to enjoy a unique setting along with a lower price point. And we call that a win-win.
Outdoor Wedding Venues in San Antonio, TX: 11 Al Fresco Picks in San Antonio and Nearby
Looking for outdoor wedding venues in San Antonio, TX? These 11 al fresco picks include five in San Antonio itself, plus options in New Braunfels, Spring Branch, Canyon Lake, Universal City, Seguin and Castroville. In the city, say "I do" under a grapevine-covered gazebo at a vineyard, in a River Walk sculpture garden beneath oak canopies, on a resort lawn framed by limestone arches, beside a lake at a Tuscan-style country club, or at a farm with wildflowers and a pond. Nearby, you'll find a riverbank ceremony site on the Guadalupe in Canyon Lake, waterfall backdrops in Spring Branch, a vintage chapel in New Braunfels, moss-draped trees in Universal City, hillside terraces in Seguin and 370 acres of farmland in Castroville. Several offer lodging on site or nearby, so your crew can make a weekend of it.
8 Tips for a Rainy-Day Wedding
Even the best laid plans can get slammed by Mother Nature, but rainy-day weddings don't have to be a bummer! We firmly believe that rain on your wedding day means good luck, and to help you embrace any possible showers, we've listed some of our best rainy-day wedding tips.
To-Die-For Beach Wedding Ceremony Arches
Choosing an arch that complements your already stunning beach ceremony site is no easy feat, so we've put together 6 ideas–and lots of photos–to help inspire yours.
16 Washington Wedding Venues With Small-Town Charm
We love small towns because they're big on charm and little on things like crowds and stress. And they're home to lots of amazing places to get married, too: Who can resist a lavender farm, a Victorian with a secret garden, or a winery overlooking a lake?
14 Woodsy and Wonderful Portland, Oregon Wedding Venues
Trees impart a special and irresistible beauty to a wedding, and all of these Portland, Oregon venues showcase Mother Nature's arboreal handiwork.
5 Marvelous Mansion Wedding Venues In Hudson Valley/Westchester NY
Want to feel like a VIP? Celebrate your big day at a mansion. We're talking history, romance, gorgeous grounds—it'll be like you've stepped back in time! Imagine posing for pix on a grand spiral staircase, saying "I do" on a hilltop lawn next to a manor house, or dining in a charming room filled with elegant period touches. You'll find all these options and more in our selection of Hudson Valley/Westchester Mansion wedding venues.
Celebrating Al Fresco! 10 Outdoor Wedding Venues In and Around Dallas TX
Whether you want to get married against a backdrop of grapevines, on the shore of a lake, or in a fragrant herb garden, you'll find these outdoor wedding options and more in and around Dallas.
24 of New Jersey's Best Outdoor Wedding Venues
Mother Nature is always a welcome wedding guest, which is a major reason outdoor weddings are so popular. From a French château and gardens to a lakeside chapel or secluded country club, New Jersey offers plenty of options for celebrating your big day al fresco.
9 Gorgeous Garden Wedding Ideas
With colorful flowers and verdant foliage as the backdrop, it's no wonder garden weddings are so romantic. To help inspire your botanic vision and make your big day unique to you, here are 9 gorgeous garden wedding ideas.
7 Ideas for your Outdoor Wedding Arch
When you get married in the great outdoors, Mother Nature is basically your floral designer. But one décor item you may want to splurge on? A killer wedding ceremony arch. We've put together 7 ideas (and 22 gorgeous photos!) to help inspire yours.
All-Inclusive Texas Hill Country Wedding Venues: 12 Picks in Dripping Springs, Boerne and Beyond
Looking for an all-inclusive wedding venue in the Texas Hill Country? These 12 picks include four in Dripping Springs and two in Boerne, plus spots in Georgetown, Canyon Lake, Fredericksburg, San Marcos, Helotes and Center Point. Think a restored French Colonial chapel, a bluff-top ranch over the Guadalupe River, riverfront cabins, an 1840s tobacco barn and a festival-style pecan grove, with teams that help with the planning. What's included varies by venue, so compare packages as you plan.
15 Cool Outdoor Denver Wedding Venues
The Denver region is a spectacular outdoor playground thanks to a vibrant cultural scene, natural beauty, and plenty of sunshine (300 days a year!). Mountain views are everywhere you look—Denver's panorama includes 200 named peaks!—and the alpine setting provides endless photo ops. Yup, it's the perfect place for an al fresco celebration, and here are some stunning venues where you can host a fabulous outdoor wedding in Denver and its surrounding cities.
Country Charm: 11 of Alabama’s Best Barn & Farm Wedding Venues
You can't go wrong with a country wedding in a barn, on a farm, or both. What's not to love? You'll usually find a combination of beautiful grounds and charming indoor spaces. And barns are a major attraction, be they weathered and historic or updated with all the modern amenities you could want. The following Alabama venues offer a variety of farm/barn settings, and many boast other assets like a lodge, pergola, pond, river, or chapel. Whether you envision a place that's full-on rustic or one that leans more towards elegant, one of these is sure to fit you perfectly.
Whimsical + Woodsy: Inspiration for your Forest Wedding
There’s something so enchanting about a forest wedding. Towering trees, shady groves, and rustic décor create a magical atmosphere and a one-with-nature experience. If you’re dreaming of a woodsy wedding, we hope you’ll be inspired by these verdant yet vibrant details.
20 Washington Wedding Venues with Rustic Flair
To some people, "rustic" just means rural or woodsy. But Washington's deep green fields, alpine scenery, and mountain backdrops take the word to a whole other level. Whether you want country casual, country chic or country elegant, you're sure to find it here.
Wedding Venues in College Station and Bryan, TX: 8 Favorites (Plus Burton & Caldwell)
Searching for wedding venues in College Station and Bryan, TX? These eight favorites blend country charm with Southern hospitality, with six spots in Bryan and College Station plus picks in nearby Burton and Caldwell. Say "I do" at a secluded inn with a pondside gazebo and overnight lodging, a family-owned farm with DIY options, a barn-style venue with a lakefront ceremony site and weekend packages, a 15-acre family farm with farm-to-table menus, a contemporary hotel near Lake Walk or a central College Station hotel with ceremonies under the Century Tree. Venturing out? Find a rustic venue with lavender fields and a historic barn in Burton, or a private property with wide Texas views in Caldwell. Some include in-house catering and others let you bring your own, so you can plan a celebration that fits your style.
Coastal Romance: 11 Orange County Waterfront Wedding Venues With Amazing Ocean Views
Ahhhh…the Orange County coastline… Its beaches, cliffs, and ocean vistas are guaranteed to add more than a little romance to your big day. Here are some of OC's most captivating waterfront wedding venues where the setting—and view—are custom-made for an incredible event!
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