3 Northern Indiana Wedding Venues Perfect for Small Celebrations

Have your heart set on a small wedding in Northern Indiana? Whether you want a scenic soiree surrounded by towering trees and lush gardens, an al fresco celebration at a secluded lakeside retreat, or an industrial-chic bash at a restored hangar, these sweet spots provide the perfect setting for an intimate event.


Orchard Ridge Country Club

Fort Wayne, IN

Venue Superpowers:

Affordable Luxury

Scenic

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: elegant country club • the manicured grounds boast full-grown evergreens, a covered bridge, and water features • versatile all-inclusive packages take the stress out of planning

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Wellfield Botanic Gardens

Elkhart, IN

Venue Superpowers:

Diverse Gardens

Tented Receptions

Non-Profit

Fab Features: expansive Elkhart garden, with multiple unique settings for events of all sizes • intimate ceremonies beneath a turquoise glass gazebo along the creek, or in the Old World-inspired English Cottage Garden • lovely receptions in the expansive Event Garden, where the flagstone patio offers ample tenting options, or the stunning Events and Visitor's Center with its wall of windows overlooking the pond

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Emerson House

La Porte, IN

Venue Superpowers:

Weekend Wedding

Secluded Setting

Small Celebrations

Fab Features: peaceful event venue nestled at the heart of lush woodland • say “I do” beneath the graceful weeping willows, followed by game and cocktails on the expansive lawn • packages encompass a full three-day wedding weekend and include accommodations for up to 18

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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