12 Classic Wedding Venues Amarillo, TX, Has To Offer
Wondering what kinds of wedding venues Amarillo, TX, has to offer? The Yellow Rose of Texas, as the city of Amarillo is known, is home to gorgeous wedding venues and event spaces for every type of couple. Whether your dream wedding is a rustic barn celebration or an outdoor wedding reception featuring a sweeping sunset across the plains, you'll find amazing wedding venues in Texas for your big day in and around the biggest city in the Texas Panhandle.
Home to Palo Duro Canyon, or the Grand Canyon of Texas as it's known to locals, the impressive landscape in Amarillo sets the stage for a true wedding in Texas. But whether you're ready to don your cowboy boots and hats or would prefer a more traditional wedding setting, we're sharing our favorite spots around Amarillo. And if you want to dive even deeper, make sure to check out The Knot Vendor Marketplace for even more wedding venues in Amarillo, TX.
Panhandle Charm in Amarillo, Texas
Just south of Amarillo, this family-owned wedding venue and event center hosts weddings up to 300 guests. If you're dreaming of what wedding venues Amarillo, TX, can offer, say "I do" beneath the rustic wooden structure in their outdoor space, then bring your guests inside to the large reception hall with its high ceilings and blank slate design to make your own.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 300
American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Museum in Amarillo, Texas
Texas isn't all barn weddings and plains receptions, the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Museum offers an urban, contemporary backdrop for up to 300 guests. The Grand Hall can serve as an event space for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and other large special events. The stately stone pillars lead the way to an eye-catching quarter horse medallion, and make for an incredible architectural experience for either a ceremony space (imagine walking down that aisle!), place to host a seated dinner, or even a dance floor. The museum is available to couples Monday through Sunday until 10 p.m., and extra time for a longer celebration can be arranged.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 300
River Falls Venue and Lodge in Amarillo, Texas
For couples who want an entire weekend of celebration, River Falls Venue and Lodge offers weekend rentals (though you can also book just your wedding day!) and three elegantly rustic lodges where guests can stay in intimate room blocks. With several different event spaces, for weddings both large and small, you can plan anything from a small, family-only occasion to a large 400-person bash. And, while the indoor event venues are stunning, you also have access to amazing outdoor spaces with a fireplace, pond views, and vast views of the lake.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 400
Amarillo Botanical Gardens in Amarillo, Texas
The lush, vibrant garden setting of the Amarillo Botanical Gardens makes for a romantic, memorable spot to say I do. This landscape of green stands out amongst the plains and canyon of the Texas Panhandle and it's a testament to the hard work of a garden club that set out in the 1920s to create an educational space for the community. Now, in addition to serving as a botanical garden, it hosts engagement parties, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and weddings. There are numerous spaces sprinkled throughout the gardens, but the largest, the Atterbury Amphitheater can host up to 1,500 guests for the grandest of weddings. For an indoor wedding, the Tropical Conservatory is a small space that is a stark contrast against the Texas scenery.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 1,500
Amarillo Country Club in Amarillo, Texas
For a classic country club wedding, join generations of couples who've been married at the Amarillo Country Club over the past century. Whether you're planning a small ceremony or a 300-guest ballroom reception, you'll be impressed with the sophistication and timeless setting, as well as the award-winning culinary team and the 5-star service. To help you in wedding planning, a detail-oriented on-site event coordinator will be available throughout the process to make sure your big day goes off without a hitch. Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to celebrate.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 300
Doves Rest Cabins in Canyon, Texas
Looking to host a micro-wedding near Amarillo, TX? Doves Rest Cabins, situated near Palo Duro Canyon, offers a picturesque, small Texas wedding venue. While they can accommodate up to 100 guests, their "Vibe Wedding" package provides a private ceremony for up to 10 guests—including a two-night stay in a luxury cabin, an officiant and a photographer. The stunning canyon views and serene environment create a memorable backdrop for couples seeking a unique and secluded wedding experience.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 100
Le Chateau Venue in Littlefield, Texas
For an eclectic, romantic wedding day vibe, look to Le Chateau. This vintage-inspired venue was built into a restored hardware store from the 1920s. With 14 foot tall tin ceilings and lovely chandeliers, outdoor spaces that feel like a hidden away, secret garden, and industrial exposed brick to offer a nod to the building's past, this venue is perfect for those who love all things historic. In addition to the event spaces, there is a Bride's Cottage and a Groom's Room for getting ready. For a wedding with 50 to 100 guests, the cost is $1,300 for a Saturday wedding.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 275
Vista Ridge Venue in Pampa, Texas
A tranquil setting in the Panhandle, Vista Ridge Venue provides both outdoor and indoor event spaces for couples looking for a classic Lone Star State celebration. This North Texas wedding venue set out to make real weddings feel both elegant and nostalgic, and they've decorated the property with vintage decor, candelabras, and antique details. Guests can toast to the new couple beneath the stars on the lawn or dance the night away in the Barn. Vista Ridge Venue is full service, with an in-house caterer, all tables, chairs, and decor included, and even a horse-drawn carriage to transport the newlyweds.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 250
Macalester House in Lubbock, Texas
An 11,000 square foot event space with eight acres of sweeping views of the West Texas plains and Lone Star sunsets makes for a romantic spot to create your wedding day. The wedding planning and coordination team at Macalester House is skilled in hosting celebrations of all sizes, and are able to host guest lists of up to 350. Located just outside of Lubbock, your friends and family can enjoy the town's sightseeing, while easily (boot) scooting out to the venue. There are no restrictions on the vendors that you can bring in, so your vision is as limitless as the Texas sky.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 350
The Desert Rose in Muleshoe, Texas
Have you dreamed of a wedding day with the glamour of your wedding gown and tablescapes contrasted with the rustic industrialism of a corrugated metal barn? Then Desert Rose, with its ample green space and striking views of the plains, is your perfect venue. This West Texas event space is a secluded, peaceful locale, where your guests can bask in the warm sun while you say your vows, then grab a cool drink and enjoy cocktail hour and reception in the shade of the barn. Couples will enjoy get-ready space, a dedicated event planner, and their choice of local caterers, officiants, and vendors.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 200
Tin Top Gin in Slaton, Texas
An industrial cotton gin outside Lubbock was converted in 2017 to one of the most interesting wedding venues in West Texas. Tin Top Gin can host over 600 guests between unique indoor and outdoor spaces, and its aged charm on intentionally rusted warehouses makes for the most remarkable (and Insta-worthy!) photo ops. With ample Southern charm and incredible vintage touches, this extraordinary wedding venue is one you –– and your guests –– will never forget.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 600
Rowe Point Ranch in Hedley, Texas
Rowe Point Ranch comes with a backstory you won't hear often. The founder of the ranch's namesake town was Alfred Rowe, and he met his fate on the Titanic. The town could have fallen into disrepair, but the current owners were determined to bring it back to its original glory. They've turned the ranch into a 20-acre pasture venue with rolling hills, a pond, and a temperature-controlled barn with large windows that give it a brightness you don't often find in a barn wedding reception. The venue has unexpected touches, like a getting ready space within an 1890's post office and a grand chandelier greeting guests as they arrive.
- Guest Capacity: Up to 300
More Amarillo Wedding Venues and Vendor Ideas
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Bonus: Browse The Knot Vendor Marketplace for even more Amarillo, TX, venues and vendors. You can find wedding photographers, florists, cake designers and more!