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Updated Oct 14, 202413 Gorgeous Park Wedding Venues Across the US
Celebrate your big day at a beautiful venue within or near a beloved park.
Looking for gorgeous park wedding venues to host your nuptials? The United States is home to hundreds of national park sites and thousands of state parks preserving natural beauty near and far. Accordingly, you've likely visited and enjoyed many parks in your lifetime. But have you considered that the gorgeous parks you've swooned at in real life or on Instagram could double as amazing wedding venues?
Event venues within (or within close proximity to) scenic parks take average outdoor wedding venues to a whole new level. Why? Because such a venue pairs standard wedding amenities with all the greatness of a park—wildlife, beautiful landscapes, breathtaking views and more.
For nature lovers and those who appreciate public spaces alike, types of wedding venues are an ideal setting at which to throw the ultimate celebration with your partner and loved ones. Start the wedding planning process by exploring these 13 park wedding venues. Spanning the country's varied terrains, the eclectic mix may contain exactly the venue you're looking for. And for even more inspiration, head over to The Knot Vendor Marketplace for all kinds of wedding venues and professionals.
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Officer's Club at the Presidio in San Francisco, California
As its name indicates, San Francisco's Officer's Club at the Presidio is a historic venue located within the Presidio, a national park at the famed Golden Gate. The park itself boasts hiking and biking trails, scenic overlooks, picnic sites, beaches, a golf course and more. The Officer's Club, on the other hand, features adobe walls, Spanish colonial revival architecture, iron fixtures, timber mantels, cathedral ceilings and original tiles. Couples can choose from four wedding packages, Build Your Own, Classic, Premier or Elite, or the venue can customize a package just for you.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 200
Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix's 140-acre Desert Botanical Garden is a stunning Southwestern botanical garden located within Arizona's Papago Park. Here, you can hold a daytime or sunset wedding ceremony and reception surrounded by desert plants and the Papago Buttes. On-site event spaces include the Amphitheater & Binns Wildflower Pavilion, the Steele Herb Garden, the Webster Center and the Dorrance Center. The Desert Botanical Garden offers couples a venue planner, a custom menu and a preferred list of caterers. The rental fee also covers additional hours for setup and teardown, admission for guests at any time the day of your wedding, a dressing room, a wedding rehearsal, parking, trail maps, directional signage and more.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 500
Zion Red Rock in Rockville, Utah
In Utah, Zion Red Rock offers spouses-to-be three park wedding venues a mere five to fifteen minutes from Zion National Park. These destination wedding venues include Zion Red Rock Oasis, a luxurious mansion on 15 acres with accommodations for up to 56; the Zion Red Rock Villa, another mansion on 10 acres sleeping up to 58; and the Zion Red Rock Chalet, an intimate wedding option—it sleeps 22—with amazing views. The outdoor beauty at every location is unparalleled: Each venue is the perfect setting for wedding photos, and you can customize the landscape to match your vision. What's more, before or after the big day, your group can partake in outdoor activities like fishing and hiking.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 150
The View at The Battery in New York, New York
The View at The Battery is a highly rated event venue located in New York City's The Battery (formerly Battery Park), a 25-acre public park on the southern tip of Manhattan. Proving urban parks are as wonderful as those in less developed areas, The Battery is a beloved place to enjoy the New York Harbor, gardens, bike paths, an urban farm and more. The View at The Battery boasts a waterfront location, with unobstructed views of the Statue of Liberty and both inside and outside wedding locations. The venue is operated by Masterpiece Caterers, who will help couples create a customized menu and provide experienced servers and bar staff.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 300
Asticou Inn in Northeast Harbor, Maine
A short walk from Acadia National Park is Maine's Asticou Inn, an inn and restaurant overlooking the Northeast Harbor. Welcoming groups of up to 500 for special events, this park wedding venue has much to offer engaged couples. Asticou event spaces are comprised of the Grand Lawn, the Dining Room, the Outdoor Patio and the Harbor View Room. A full property rental costs $7,000 and includes use of the entire restaurant, bar, lounge, common rooms, covered porch and deck during your event. Also included are ceremony chairs, indoor tables, linens, glassware, flatware and plates. There's so much to delight in during your wedding weekend at Asticou—namely your love for one another…and Acadia.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 500
The Gardens at Heather Farm in Walnut Creek, California
When it comes to scenic park wedding venues, The Gardens at Heather Farm is a gorgeous option. It's a public garden, education center and special event venue located in California's East Bay region. A highlight of marrying at this venue is that you'll find greenery on the property year-round and florals from March through November. Outside, there is a dreamy rose-covered gazebo surrounded by 1,000 rose bushes, a grassy area with panoramic views of surrounding gardens, a meadow lawn and a patio-pavilion with a granite bar for cocktail hour. For indoor receptions, the Camellia Room is available. Features include hardwood floors, a lofted ceiling with exposed beams and large windows.
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- Guest Capacity: Up to 150
The Lake House at Pelican Bay in Greenwood Village, Colorado
Located in Colorado's Cherry Creek State Park, the Lake House at Pelican Bay is Denver's only beachfront wedding venue. The all-inclusive, state park wedding venue combines the best of the mountains and the water—and what more could you want in a park setting? Wedding facilities include the Tiki Beach and Breezeway Patio, the Sail Bandshell designed by architect Caleb Childress, and various getting-ready spaces. Additionally, the Lake House comes stocked with 20 five-foot round tables, two four-foot round tables, six eight-foot rectangle tables, six six-foot rectangle tables, 200 dark wood folding chairs, 150 white folding chairs and 20 adjustable cocktail tables.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 300
Glacier Park Weddings & Events in West Glacier, Montana
Enjoy Glacier National Park and Montana's stunning outdoors at Glacier Park Weddings & Events at the Great Northern Resort. Specializing in outdoor weddings, the company has a ceremony site that boasts panoramic views of the peaks of Glacier National Park, as well as a secluded reception meadow—white tent included—surrounded by pine trees. If you're hosting an out-of-town wedding, your guests can stay on-site at the Great Northern Resort's West Glacier Lodge or one of five Swiss chalets. While your venue rental includes only the basics (the ceremony and reception sites, event tent and access to water, electricity and restrooms), the venue can recommend wedding coordinators to assist you in the planning process.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 200
Eagan Community Center in Eagan, Minnesota
The Eagan Community Center, located within the city of Eagan's Central Park, refers to itself as the Twin Cities' premier wedding location—and it's evident why. The Oaks banquet facility is surrounded by a lush landscape visible via floor-to-ceiling windows. Plus, there are four outdoor venues for ceremonies. Whether you're opting for a casual vibe or elegance, you can throw your ideal event, with up to 300 people, here. Packages are available for both outdoor ceremonies and indoor ceremonies followed by a reception inside the Oaks. If you want to hold your reception elsewhere, you can do that too: For $600, you can purchase the Ceremony Only, Gazebo or Bandshell package.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 300
The Redwoods in Yosemite in Wawona, California
For many, the idea of marrying at Yosemite National Park may be a dream. Thanks to The Redwoods in Yosemite, that dream can become a reality. The organization has 120 vacation home rentals located inside of Yosemite National Park in the town of Wawona, and they can help you understand—and plan—your stunning park wedding. First, in order to throw a truly private event (aka no interruptions from park visitors), the Redwoods recommends renting a vacation property or the Redwoods in Yosemite Wedding and Event Center. For your event center wedding, you can hire a caterer of your choice, bring your own alcohol, decor and entertainment and, with permission, use the on-site fireplaces.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 100
The Mansion at Tuckahoe in Jensen Beach, Florida
The Mansion at Tuckahoe in Florida meets all the expectations of a Florida wedding venue—palm trees, waterfront vistas, pretty sunsets—and that's why we love it. Located within the 63-acre Indian RiverSide Park, the historic mansion overlooks the Indian River Lagoon. With several indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception sites, the property has everything you need to execute the perfect big day. There's also an expansive outdoor terrace, an amphitheater, fireplaces, wedding suites and more. Four-hour, 12-hour and full-day rentals are available. In addition to the mansion, other park amenities include a 780-foot fishing pier, a play fountain, beach access, picnic pavilions, landscaped gardens and open fields.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 400
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado
You've likely seen photos of Colorado's jaw-dropping Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, but did you know you can get married there too? Here is a breakdown of the one-of-a-kind, unforgettable wedding venue: The Trading Post Backyard is an outdoor venue, with views of the valley and rock formations, perfect for ceremonies. The Rock Room, an interior event space, was built around a red rock, bringing it—literally—into wedding receptions. The Southwest Heart of the Rock Theatre room showcases the musicians who have played at Red Rocks and is available only in the off-season. Finally, the Ship Rock Grille inside the Visitor Center is also available in the off-season for more intimate events between 56 and 100 people.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 200
PARQUE Ridley Creek in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, PARQUE Ridley Creek is an enchanting state park wedding venue with a hint of old-world charm. Aptly named (it's located within Ridley Creek State Park), the event space is home to a stone mansion, formal gardens, fountains, patios, a ballroom and "a forest of trees." Peachtree Catering and Events brings PARQUE Ridley Creek events to life, handling everything from full-service wedding planning and coordination to stocking and staffing the bar to crafting delicious cuisine made from scratch using local ingredients. Between the beautiful, ethereal setting and the amazing services provided, selecting PARQUE for your park wedding can easily be the perfect choice.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 150
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Bonus: Browse The Knot Vendor Marketplace for even more park wedding venues and vendors including wedding photographers, florists, cake designers and more!
