The OC is Affordable!: 20 Budget-Friendly Orange County Wedding Venues

Fab Features: upscale equestrian club on acres of pastures, paddocks, and barns • expansive lawns for tents and a warmly inviting great room • gorgeous show horses are playful “extras” in wedding photography

Fab Features: Tudor-style culinary landmark • pre- and post-ceremony celebrations in the sunlit greenhouse and brick-lined patio, • exceptional menus may include contemporary renditions of fresh seafood, roasted fowl, and succulent lamb

Fab Features: luxury meets scenic views, with breathtaking panoramas of Dove Canyon, mountains, and mature trees--plus a dramatic waterfall for show-stopping photos • ceremonies beneath a twinkle-lit century-old oak, followed by cocktails in the chic lounge and dinner in the elegant reception hall • all-inclusive, flexible packages from the experts at Wedgewood Weddings

Fab Features: exceptional service in a public golf course tucked among palms, waterfalls, and year-round greenery • vows are exchanged on the chic Lakeview Patio under a flower-draped arbor • cocktails and lawn games on the Greenside Patio followed by dinner and dancing in the airy Main Clubhouse

Fab Features: sophisticated sixth-floor event space • warm, inviting event spaces include elegant ballrooms and suites, an airy terrace, and the luxe Saloon with its playful Longhorn Bar • impeccably crafted menus (and a 10,000+ bottle wine list!) from expert chefs

Fab Features: 560-acre property highlighted by meadows with stunning mountain views • nestled in a serene canyon alongside a river • 3 scenic ceremony sites plus an elegant view-filled reception space

Fab Features: cool contemporary space within walking distance of the beach and Lido Village • indoor/outdoor spaces flanked by two privately gated gardens • the courtyard boasts vaulted ceilings, a massive skylight, floor-to-ceiling windows, and bright glass doors

Fab Features: 1924 Gatsby-esque art-filled estate • octagonal Solarium flooded with natural light and 9 acres of outdoor space outfitted with lush lawns, a rose garden, and a romantic stone gazebo • delectable and creative five-star cuisine from Colette's Catering

Fab Features: romantic ceremony garden with trees, roses and a trickling water feature • wraparound deck with fire pit and banquet room with vaulted ceilings, and the nearby beach for photos by the waves • flexible, all-inclusive packages plus hotel accommodations right across the street

Fab Features: classic country club with gorgeous grounds • rolling greens, sparkling ponds, stone bridges, and a sweet white gazebo are a romantic backdrop for al fresco ceremonies • the elegant ballroom's floor-to-ceiling windows overlook a private golf course

Fab Features: Mission-style architecture with tiled roofs, arched colonnades, and beautiful setting atop a small hill • al fresco events overlook verdant fairways, separated by lines of mature trees • the airy terrace abuts a spacious ballroom, complete with 8-foot-high ceiling, six-lamp chandeliers, and beautiful wall sconces

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:

Vintage Spanish-Style Charm

Gorgeous Gardens

Al Fresco Gatherings

Fab Features: 1919s Spanish-styled home with a rustic red-tiled roof and whitewashed walls • charming ceremonies in the quaint chapel or the manicured garden • dine and dance the night away beneath stringed market lights on the spacious lawn

Fab Features: a lovingly restored 1898 Victorian • the grounds boast 10 acres of historic gardens, jasmine-covered walkways, an orange grove, and turn-of-the-century buildings • proceeds from weddings and receptions go to support the museum's nonprofit programs, which provide "hands-on" historical enrichment for visitors

Fab Features: charming, al fresco oasis nestled right in the heart of Downtown Fullerton • rich architecture features Spanish-tiled, bubbling fountain; arches, wrought-iron railings, and towering turrets • built in 1923 & by Designed by local architects Frank Benchley and Eugene Durfee

Fab Features: gorgeous waterfront venue located in a majestic 1905 Victorian structure overlooking Newport Harbor at the base of Main Street • floor-to-ceiling windows provide unbeatable views of the Harbor • experienced staff is ready to give you a fully customizable experience

Fab Features: 9 acres of manicured lawns, including the First Lady’s Rose Garden and a tranquil reflecting pool • receptions in a stunning replica of the grand White House East Room with 20-foot ceilings and a trio of crystal chandeliers • invite guests to explore the Library's exhibits during cocktail hour

Fab Features: hidden gem in the heart of the UCI campus offering flexible, customizable packages • ceremonies in a serene garden courtyard with leafy trees and lawns • a twinkle-lit patio opens to a newly renovated ballroom that exudes modern elegance while capturing lush views

Fab Features: cozy historic event space with a classy brick façade, terracotta tile floors, and stained-glass windows • generous packages include the venue rental, elegant tables & chairs, and uniformed staff • menus are curated by experts with over 40 years of experience

Venue: Occasions at Laguna Village