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.



A Breath of Fresh Air: 9 of the Best Outdoor Wedding Venues in Chicago

A Breath of Fresh Air: 9 of the Best Outdoor Wedding Venues in Chicago

Chicago is fortunate to have a wealth of outdoor wedding venues. Want to get married in a gorgeous garden? On a yacht? At a historic private estate? Here are just a few of the al fresco ceremony and reception options you’ll find in and around the Windy City.


From Countryside to Seaside: 12 Awe-Inspiring Outdoor Maryland Wedding Venues

From Countryside to Seaside: 12 Awe-Inspiring Outdoor Maryland Wedding Venues

There are so many ways to get married al fresco, and Maryland's outdoor wedding venues run the gamut. From waterfront hotels and museums to mansions, farms and yachts, this state is blessed with a multitude of open-air options.


Atlanta Al Fresco: 15 Outdoor Wedding Venues in Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta Al Fresco: 15 Outdoor Wedding Venues in Atlanta, Georgia

If an outdoor ceremony or reception is at the top of your wedding “must have” list, Atlanta offers a wide range of options. From mansions and private estates to historic landmarks and restaurants, here are some of the best places in and around the city for an al fresco celebration.


13 Woodsy Georgia Wedding Venues

13 Woodsy Georgia Wedding Venues

Want to get married amongst the trees? Georgia has a wealth of forested wedding venues where Mother Nature reigns supreme. From an inviting lakeside lodge to a charming family-run farm surrounded by orchards, these locations provide the perfect outdoor setting for your woodsy celebration.


14 Massachusetts Wedding Venues with Enchanted Forest Vibes

14 Massachusetts Wedding Venues with Enchanted Forest Vibes

Want to get married amongst the trees? Massachusetts has a wealth of forested wedding venues where Mother Nature reigns supreme. Whether you want to exchange vows beneath a canopy of towering oaks, at a lakeside manor surrounded by white pines, or on a shaded hilltop overlooking the Nashua River Valley, these lovely locations provide the perfect outdoor setting for your woodsy celebration.


9 Irresistibly Rustic Wedding Venues in Massachusetts

9 Irresistibly Rustic Wedding Venues in Massachusetts

Massachusetts offers some exceptional—and scenic!—rustic wedding venues. Many include barns, which are very cool in their own right, and most are located on farms so you get the added benefit of a beautiful, natural setting. Whether you envision a casual celebration or a black-tie affair, you'll find a rustic wedding venue that fits the style of your event.


14 Picturesque Outdoor San Luis Obispo Wedding Venues

14 Picturesque Outdoor San Luis Obispo Wedding Venues

With its rolling hillsides, romantic vineyards, serene beaches, and over 300 days of sunshine a year, San Luis Obispo County is an ideal location for an outdoor wedding. Whether you want to exchange vows with your toes in the sand overlooking the Pacific, on a sprawling ranch beneath an ancient oak, or on the landscaped grounds of a Tuscan-style villa, you won’t have to look hard to find a stunning setting for an al fresco celebration here.


California Beach Weddings: 20 Locations Where You Can Tie The Knot On The Sand!

California Beach Weddings: 20 Locations Where You Can Tie The Knot On The Sand!

If it's an authentic beach wedding you're after, then any one of these coastal California venues will arrange it for you. From the sun-drenched shores of San Diego to Northern California's Muir Beach with its forest backdrop, these romantic spots allow you to say your vows on the beach. Not next to the beach, not overlooking the beach, but actually right on the sand.


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