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, here’s an irresistible handful of some of the best al fresco wedding venues you’ll find in East Texas.

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Sunset Oaks Venue

Tyler, TX

Fab Features: fabulous indoor/outdoor modern farmhouse reception hall with floor-to-ceiling sunset facing roll-up doors • al fresco ceremony site with a hand-built wooden pergola, stamped concrete aisle, and lovely views of the surrounding landscape • exceptional amenities include access to the massive décor collection, outdoor games, a built-in bar with kegerator, and more!

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Villa Tyler Texas

Tyler, TX

Fab Features: Tuscan-inspired mansion set on 50 acres of rolling lawns, manicured gardens, and tall cypress trees • the 120-foot stone-stamped aisle leads to the gorgeous wedding pergola romantic al fresco ceremonies • courtyard-style reception hall brings the outside in— it even boasts sparkling fiber optic stars in the 20-foot ceiling!

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Wish Granted Tree Farm and Venue

Mineola, TX

Fab Features: lovely 27-acre Christmas tree farm with beautiful Virginia pines scattered along rolling hills • charming farmhouse and retro RV for wedding parties to get ready • ceremonies by a large wood pergola, a pond with fountain, or mature pines; receptions in a cool open-sided barn with a repurposed silo bar

Catering: BYO
Price: $
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The White Rose of Emory

Emory, TX

Fab Features: expansive property highlighted by lush pastures bounded by forest, a picturesque pond, and a country-chic barn • carriage rides add a dramatic entrance to your big day (hay rides for guests are available too!) • the barn is outfitted with plenty of modern tech, like LED uplighting, disco lights, and a large movie screen

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Hidden Pines Venue

Mineola, TX

Fab Features: a cedar-lined drive leads to this chic, purpose-built barn on a sprawling property • large glass garage doors open onto two spacious patios for a lovely indoor/outdoor flow • two plush dressing suites for wedding party prep

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Springs in Rockwall | Poetry Hall

Terrell, TX

Fab Features: sprawling event venue just outside of Dallas • the picture-perfect grounds boast well-manicured lawns and a stone bridge spanning a bubbling brook • exchange vows in the spacious wood pavilion nestled among the trees

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Under the Wildwood

Greenville, TX

Fab Features: secluded estate surrounded by 6 wooded acres • a flagstone walkway leads to the oak-shaded ceremony space • ultimate country setting full of rustic-chic details like custom-built farm tables, vintage-inspired chandeliers and sconces, and an inviting fire pit

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