24 of Southern California's Best Outdoor Wedding Venues

Venue Superpowers:

Picturesque Setting

Elopements

Cozy Cottages

Fab Features: relaxed coastal venue nestled in the celebrated Crystal Cove • picturesque and secluded ceremony sites on the beach, adjacent to cute surfside event areas • plentiful on-site accommodations in cozy beach cottages

Venue Superpowers:

Beachfront Setting

All-Inclusive

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: tropical-chic ceremonies on the sand, on a beachfront lawn, or in an intimate gazebo surrounded by vibrant gardens • receptions in the Polynesian-style Kon Tiki Ballroom or the Aviary Ballroom, • stunning views of Mission Bay around every corner

Venue Superpowers:

Unique Details

Private Estate

Elopements

Fab Features: a three-acre Malibu oasis perched on a bluff overlooking the sparkling Pacific • prep for your special day in the unique and decked-out Airstream trailers • celebrate amongst foliage-rich surroundings that include wildflower meadows, succulents, ocean panoramas, and a beautiful grassy knoll

Venue Superpowers:

Cliffside Ceremonies

Flexible All-Inclusive Packages

Garden Celebrations

More Fab Features: this seaside gem in La Jolla boasts 2 cliffside ceremony sites, each with green lawns and spectacular ocean views • private Bougainvillea Garden Courtyard adorned with ivy walls, 2 trickling fountains, and Tuscan flair • Grand Hall outfitted with vintage hardwood floors, a pitched ceiling strung with bistro lights, and French doors

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Views

Ceremonies on the Beach

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: beachfront hotel with coastal-chic style • intimate beach wedding package with ceremonies on the sand while the waves break in the background • variety of reception spaces from the oceanview Lanai Patio to the 12th-story Harbor ballroom with unobstructed panoramic views

Venue Superpowers:

Secluded Setting

Panoramic Views

Mountain Backdrops

Fab Features: majestic ranch estate set on 100 scenic acres, where horses roam in nearby pastures • the grounds boast a grand entry beneath a canopy of sycamores; a romantic fountain court; and a manicured lawn with stunning mountain vistas • a covered barn for dining & dancing that's the epitome of rustic elegance • the historic stone cottage and groom's saloon where each bridal party can prep in style

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Mansion Courtyards

Panoramic Mountain & Garden Views

Flexible Options

Fab Features: a scenic ranch nestled in the heart of the Santa Monica Mountains and sitting on 588 acres • say ‘I do’ in the distinguished courtyard surrounded by a tranquil pond, bridges, and rolling lawns • celebrate in the elegant event space with expansive mountain views as your backdro​​p

Venue Superpowers:

Working Ranch

Secluded Setting

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: luxurious private estate nestled among beautiful olive and lemon groves on a 122-acre working ranch • the property is plush and private, with a covered outside patio with panoramic views, a sparkling pool, and a gorgeous dressing suite • exchange vows on a round hilltop courtyard with 360-degree views, then dine and dance on the spacious tiled patio beneath glowing bistro lights

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Lovely Landscaping

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: hacienda-style beauty on 32 acres with orange groves, towering oaks, and terracotta walkways • cobblestone terrace and alfresco theater with a marble stage and fountains • light-filled Grand Salon with an adjacent patio adorned with a tiled reflecting pool

Venue Superpowers:

Unique, Lush Oasis

Individual Gardens for Each Event

Lawn Receptions

Fab Features: unique nursery complete with a rock waterfall and grotto, peacocks, and a sculptured rose garden • rolling hills provide a picturesque backdrop for ceremonies • receptions on a lawn dotted with trees, decorative statuary, and pots overflowing with colorful flowers

Venue Superpowers:

Romantic Garden Setting

All-Inclusive Packages

Private Estate

Fab Features: breathtaking new garden wedding venue at the edge of the Heritage Valley boasts over 3 acres of roses, lavender fields, olive trees and lush greenery • spacious ceremony lawn bordered by shrubbery and low arcaded walls has a paved aisle, and trickling fountains in the background • all-inclusive catering packages invite you to celebrate with ease under the stars and twinkle lights

Venue Superpowers:

Restored Historic Gem

Surrounding Palms

Spacious Ceremony Lawn

Fab Features: relaxing dressing suites provide the perfect space to get ready for your big day • exchange vows on the lush manicured lawn • breathtaking views of the nearby San Gorgonio Mountains and surrounding seasonal roses and trees

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

Lush Gardens

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: historic 1930s gem with a colorful history situated on several mountain-view acres with lush gardens, fountains, and meandering pathways • intimate ceremonies set among the gardens or on the spacious patio, accented with cacti and Mission-style architectural details • start your honeymoon right away with lodgings in the unique indoor/outdoor Love Nest, with spectacular sunset views

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Views

Lush Landscaping

Secluded Setting

Fab Features: gorgeous Topanga Canyon venue nestled in the trees • outdoor sites include an elegant amphitheater and deck beneath a canopy of oaks and an expansive creekside meadow • light-filled Dancing Hall and Lounge

Venue Superpowers:

Woodsy Ceremony Site

Rustic Reception Built-Ins

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: charming 120-acre ranch • al fresco events in the midst of a 50-year-old walnut grove • family-style dining on the patio beneath a wooden pergola strung with fairy lights

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Historic Details

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: iconic, versatile venue boasting multiple unique indoor & outdoor settings • the Garden, tucked between two historic properties, is lush with olive trees, greenery-covered walls, and growing beds of herbs and vegetables • refined but approachable Modern American menus from Chef Neal Fraser, along with a well-rounded wine list and inventive cocktail menu

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Luxury

City Views

Full Service
More Fab Features: luxury boutique hotel with an unpretentious, relaxed vibe • glamorous Penthouse retreat with rooftop deck affording 360-degree city views • elegant ballroom opens to a marble-floored terrace shaded by trees

Venue Superpowers:

Boutique Hotel

Historic Gem

Garden Oasis

More Fab Features: 1924 gem transformed with a dose of modern nostalgia • urban al fresco weddings at Poppy, a unique garden oasis outfitted with succulents, olive and cherry trees • the dramatic Grace Ballroom (a former gymnasium!) boasts massive windows and original 30-foot ceilings

Catering: In-house
Price: $$

Venue Superpowers:

Stunning Oasis

Elopements

Mountain Views

Fab Features: spectacular oasis with stunning views of the Ojai Valley and the Topa Topa Mountains (yet only 5 minutes from the historic downtown!) • romantic ceremony spot surrounded by natural flora and fauna, native landscaping, and cultivated agaves and cactus • unique cosmic stone walking labyrinth on the mountaintop

Venue Superpowers:

Lakeside Ceremonies

Retro Glam

Spacious Ballroom

Fab Features: historic property reimagined as a hip hideaway in tony Rancho Mirage • 100 manicured acres of greenery spread out around a sparkling 25-acre lake offer ample ceremony options • glam receptions in the entertainment-ready ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows framing lake and mountain vistas

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Lovely Landscaping

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: fabulous private country club and resort • lawn ceremonies against a backdrop of oak, palm, and pepper trees • tiki torches and stringed twinkle lights provide a romantic ambiance for evening events

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Lakefront Ceremonies

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: stunning ceremonies at the Lakefront, overlooking the verdant 18th green, or the secluded Grove, with its fragrant citrus trees and lush hedges • spacious clubhouse veranda with views of the jagged Santa Rosa Mountains • lovely lounge and banquet areas offer understated elegance with a modern take on mid-century style

Venue Superpowers:

Idyllic Golf Club

Panoramic Mountain Views

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: the dreamy Del Lago Garden offers the perfect backdrop for your al fresco ceremony • sprawling views of the surrounding mountains • the adjacent Del Lago Ballroom exudes Old World charm, with wrought-iron chandeliers and Tuscan-inspired details

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Views

Flexible Packages

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: ten-acre hilltop winery high above the Temecula Valley offering breathtaking views • choose from a variety of flexible and all-inclusive packages • the wine caves offer an unparalleled experience for guests, where they’ll dine 75 feet below a Malbec vineyard amidst the aromas of aging wine and oak barrels

Venue: Forgotten Barrel Winery