From Countryside to Seaside: 11 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. Here are a few you might want to check out!
Celebrations at the Bay
Pasadena, MD
Fab Features: stunning wall of windows with a panoramic view of the bay • elegant, climate-controlled tent for outdoor parties under a silk-lined ceiling with chandeliers • bay-view ceremonies on the balcony, lawn, or ballroom
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Antrim 1844
Taneytown, Maryland
Fab Features: grand, 1844 mansion and agrarian estate nestled in the foothills of the Catoctin Mountains • exquisite al fresco ceremony options include a streamside meadow, a formal English Tea Garden, and even a glass-enclosed Garden Room that affords a view of the grounds • versatile packages with hands-on coordination make planning easy, and delectable menus boast locally farmed Maryland and Pennsylvania ingredients
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Anchor Inn
Pasadena, MD
Fab Features: perfect setting right on Chesapeake Bay • covered deck overlooking the marina and treelined coast • chic, modern reception hall with large, bright windows and bay views
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood
Thurmont, MD
Fab Features: lovely retreat nestled on 155 pristine acres on Catoctin Mountain • diverse al fresco ceremony site options include a Pine Cathedral, stone bridge, pavilion, arboretum, willow pond, and more! • the rustic-elegant lodge boasts a 30-foot stone fireplace and expansive, multi-paned windows
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Irvine Nature Center
Owings Mills, MD
Fab Features: an interactive nature center set among 210 picturesque acres • say ‘I do’ amongst forests, meadows, and wetlands against spectacular views of Caves Valley • take your pick between multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces, including the all-season Green Building, the lush Woodland Garden, and the breathtaking Wedding Point
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Big Cork Vineyards
Rohrersville, MD
Fab Features: 100-acre farm with panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and mountains • exchange vows on a lawn backed by rows of vines, then snap photos amid the landscaped grounds and gardens • receptions in the contemporary barrel room, where you can enjoy beer, spirits, and their award-winning wine
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Green Hill Farm
Sharpsburg, MD
Fab Features: secluded and serene farm, barn, and sprawling grounds just outside historic Antietam • flexible packages range from intimate garden elopements to all-inclusive micro weddings to grand celebrations in the event barn • access to an expansive décor collection, flowers sourced from the on-site flower farm, and an experienced team of staff make planning a breeze
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
The Bayfront Club
Edgemere, MD
Fab Features: gorgeous ceremony lawn at the edge of the Chesapeake Bay • elegant, airy ballroom with a soaring ceiling and massive windows framing dreamy sunsets • generous all-inclusive packages even boast a personal wedding planner!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Running Hare Vineyard
Prince Frederick, MD
Fab Features: a vineyard venue with picturesque views of vines and the deep, surrounding woods • hold your romantic ceremony on the Hilltop Pavilion surrounded by 360-degree views of the vineyard, valley, and sunset • celebrate at the old-world inspired Tuscan Villa that boasts a soaring cathedral ceiling hung with sparkling crystal chandeliers
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Cloisters
Lutherville, Maryland
Fab Features: exquisite fairy-tale manor highlighted by medieval European antiques, artwork, and artifacts • hold your ceremony in the charming cloistered garden or the elegant amphitheater • dance the night away in the home’s exquisite gallery, where you’ll find delicately carved wood, exquisitely detailed stained glass, and a glorious spiral staircase
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Swan Harbor Farm
Havre de Grace, MD
Fab Features: breathtaking ceremonies overlook the Chesapeake Bay • lovely historic farmhouse with dressing rooms, a playroom, and wonderful screened porch • stunning receptions beneath an elegant, permanent tent with sparkling chandeliers
Price: $
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