The Texas Heartland: 9 Wonderful Waco Wedding Venues


Halfway between Dallas and Austin, Waco puts you in the Texas heartland. And while the city's claim to fame may be Chip & Joanna Gaines from the "Fixer Upper" TV show, this college town (Baylor University) has plenty of attractions. You'll find:

  • Historic homes, sports venues, and arts organizations
  • Cameron Park, one of the biggest and best city parks in the state (and it houses the zoo, too!)
  • The Brazos River, for kayaking, boating, floating

If you're getting married in or around Waco, here's a variety of wedding venues that have something special to offer.


Moon River Ranch

Satin, Texas

Style: Romance reigns at this tranquil, 550-acre retreat, where you can celebrate your first kiss in a picture-perfect historic chapel, toast your nuptials with beachy vibes on the tranquil, sandy banks of the River, and dine & dance among the palm tree-framed ponds.

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

Vintage Oaks Ranch

Axtell, Texas

Style: Gorgeous Central Texas retreat highlighted by an oak-shaded ceremony site, a charming covered porch, an outdoor patio with a cozy fire pit and plenty of twinkle lights, and a rustic-chic barn—plus assistance from their expert staff every step of the way.

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$

The Levi Gin Social House

Lorena, TX

Style: This stunning creekside property boasts an architecturally stunning open air chapel and a thoughtfully renovated cotton gin-turned-event space with lodgings for 13

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum

Temple, TX

Style: Housed in the lovingly restored 1910 Santa Fe Depot, this unique historical setting is highlighted by a charming Garden Gazebo and the lovely Victorian Grand Lobby for timelessly elegant celebrations.

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

The Bosque

Crawford, TX

Style: Warm, Mediterranean-style manor with a lovely grandroom for indoor events, a spacious outdoor pavilion for dining and dancing under the stars, and plenty of flexibility to create your own dream day with the help of the in-house experts.

Catering: BYO
Price: $

Blue Hills Ranch

McGregor, Texas

Style: 150 acres of rolling, bluebonnet-covered hills, natural ponds, lakes, and free-roaming wildlife, highlighted by a generous, climate-controlled barn that offers magical photo ops.

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

The Baylor Club

Waco, Texas

Style: Luxurious club with gleaming modern décor, first-class service, and views to die for, especially when you host a ceremony on the stunning Terrace overlooking the Brazos River, campus, and field.

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

The Hall at River Square Center

Waco, Texas

Style: Versatile, light-filled downtown Waco events venue, with a brick wall, and a wood floor and ceiling lending rustic warmth, plus food provided by DiamondBack's, the award-winning steakhouse.

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Lee Lockwood Library and Museum

Waco, Texas

Style: Impressive former home of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry boasting five unique event spaces, including a soaring Main Atrium with marble floors and a wall of windows and the dramatic two-level Library, with its grand, marble staircase.

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


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