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.
Outdoor Beauty Flourishes at These 6 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.
12 Outstanding Outdoor Wedding Venues in San Antonio
San Antonio boasts fabulous outdoor wedding venues for every taste. Whether you envision exchanging vows on lush landscaped grounds surrounding an Italian-inspired villa, amidst the artful ambiance of an urban sculpture garden on the Riverwalk, or on a serene ranch overlooking rolling hills, you're sure to find your dream al fresco setting among these picturesque places.
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.
14 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?
7 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! 7 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.
23 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.
10 All-Inclusive Texas Hill Country Wedding Venues
If you're not up for a DIY wedding, consider a spot that does the heavy lifting for you. And as you check out these all-inclusive Texas Hill Country wedding venues, you'll find that you don't have to sacrifice personal touches—in fact, each venue's pros make sure that you can stlll have a celebration that reflects your style and vision.
10 Cool Outdoor Denver Wedding Venues
The Denver is a spectacular playground—and a great place for an outdoor wedding—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 Denver wedding.
Country Charm: 12 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. The following Alabama venues offer a variety of farm/barn settings, and many boast other assets like a home, gazebo, 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. What's not to love? Here are our top picks for the best barn & farm wedding venues in Alabama.
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.
6 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.
8 College Station/Bryan Wedding Venues with Country Charm & Southern Hospitality
Affectionately known as Aggieland, College Station is home to Texas A&M, one of the state's most beloved institutions and the premier education, research, cultural, and sports center of the area. The surrounding Brazos Valley boasts river views, hiking, pre-Civil War sites, sprawling ranches and, of course, great wedding venues that blend country charm with southern hospitality.
Coastal Romance: 7 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!
Celebrating Al Fresco: 16 Outdoor Wedding Venues In and Around Sacramento
Whether you want to get married in the secluded wilderness or a hidden urban garden, you'll find these outdoor wedding options and more in and around Sacramento Gold Country. Wineries, flower-adorned inns, tranquil courtyards, elegant estates—they're all here and within an easy drive of the Sacramento airport and the Greater Bay Area.
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