12 Wedding Venues in Mississippi Full of Sweet Southern Charm
Planning a Mississippi wedding comes with its charms. There's that sweet Southern tea, the historic towns and homes and the stunning natural landscape. The hardest part is choosing just one wedding venue in Mississippi for your big day. Do you want a grand bed and breakfast celebration? Would you prefer a ceremony among the towering live oaks? Or does an elegant country club wedding sound like the right fit for you and your partner?
If you have guests coming in from out of town, they'll have a packed itinerary exploring the small towns, the history and trying everything from the shrimp and grits to the barbecue.
There are gorgeous and diverse venues all across the Magnolia State, and these are 13 of the best Mississippi wedding venues from the Delta to the Pines. Go into each venue tour ready to ask the right questions of the event staff so you can make sure you've found the right Mississippi wedding venue to bring your dream to life.
Linden Bed and Breakfast in Natchez, Mississippi
Natchez is known for its grand historic homes, and the Linden Bed and Breakfast is no exception. This circa 1785 home has been in the same family since 1849, and they now operate it as a bed and breakfast that's perfect for smaller weddings. Host up to 150 guests for a celebration at this wedding venue in Natchez, MS, but they also do micro-weddings and elopements of 25 people or fewer. One of the most stunning places to say "I do" is in the Arbor Gardens, a perfectly lush and manicured outdoor spot.
The Gin at Rasberry Greene in Soso, Mississippi
The rustic barn at The Gin at Rasberry Greene is an affordable lakefront wedding venue that hosts up to 300 of your nearest and dearest for a cocktail reception or 150 for dinner. Tucked away deep in the pine woods, say your vows with the backdrop of the water or secluded in the forest. This space is perfect for making your own with flowers and decor, but it has an intimate charm that's all its own.
Reunion Golf and Country Club in Madison, Mississippi
If you've dreamt of an elegant country club wedding, then the Reunion Golf and Country Club is your sophisticated Southern wedding venue in Madison, MS. Plan a grand soirée for up to 350 guests at this stately country club or invite just a few friends and family for a more intimate affair or a wedding shower. There are light and bright indoor spaces that are beautifully decorated and outdoor areas that are ideal for crisp fall afternoon weddings.
B'nai B'rith Literary Association (The BB Club) in Vicksburg, Mississippi
Since its inception in 1916, the B'nai B'rith Literary Association (The BB Club) has served as everything from a high-end events venue for the Jewish community to the home of the Vicksburg Police Department. Today, it's a formal event space with a historic city feel. The BB Club accommodates up to 400 guests for a cocktail reception in its Grand Ballroom, while smaller events can be held in the library or the parlor. With stunning windows that let light stream into the ballroom and rich wood in the library, this is a turn-of-the-century venue that feels both fresh and authentic to its era. There's also a rooftop terrace with views of the Mississippi River.
Southern Oaks House & Gardens in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Southern Oaks is an affordable catering team and wedding venue in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. With a clean, simple wedding venue you can transform to fit your vision and a catering team that's the talk of the South, this is where to go if you want a flawless event run by professionals who've done this time and time again. There are indoor and outdoor event spaces and you can get ready on-site.
Castle Hill of Oxford in Oxford, Mississippi
Castle Hill is one of the most striking wedding venues in Oxford, MS. From the gorgeous all-white chapel to the sprawling 40-acre property to the classic architecture of the home itself, this is the backdrop you want for your wedding photos. Plan a large ballroom fete for 300 guests or gather just a few friends and family for a more intimate celebration. There are indoor and outdoor locales to choose from, including waterfront lawns and the Grand Ballroom, and there are also guest rooms. If you want to hand the coordination off to someone else, the team at Castle Hill will happily take over.
Oak Crest Mansion Inn in Pass Christian, Mississippi
Oak Crest Mansion Inn is one of the prettiest wedding venues on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. This 1920 mansion was built to embody Southern Charm, and that's what you feel as soon as you drive up. You can gather up to 200 of your nearest and dearest across the indoor and outdoor spaces on the 12-acre property. In addition to the mansion, there's a chapel, gazebo and manicured gardens. Imagine your first portraits as a married couple on the sweeping staircase or posing amidst the antique furnishings. This is what an elegant wedding is all about.
The Plant Venue in Jackson, Mississippi
Mississippi isn't all historic farms and rustic barns. The Plant Venue brings a modern touch to Magnolia State weddings. This wedding venue in Jackson, Mississippi is a former industrial warehouse in The Fondren Warehouse District that is now a contemporary event space. There are both indoor and outdoor spaces including The Atrium, The Courtyard, Sunset Lounge, The Retreat and The Parlor. Each space features lush plants and greenery (hence the name) and it's designed for couples looking for a unique celebration for up to 250 guests.
Brookside Barn in Ellisville, Mississippi
A true rustic wood barn, Brookside Barn is a wedding venue near Laurel, MS. With a dark wood exterior, it can take on a beautifully moody look, or you can lighten it up with white and bright flowers. With a team that's experienced in executing everything from the ceremony to the linens, you can hand over the planning to Brookside Barn. Up to 250 of your friends and family can join you to dance the night away under the stars or in the beautifully minimal barn.
The Hideaway at Reed's Estate in Monticello, Mississippi
The Hideaway at Reed's Estate is a 250-acre wedding venue in South Mississippi that's primed to entertain even the largest of celebrations. Host up to 500 guests in the small town of Monticello, and The Hideaway at Reed's Estate offers multiple indoor and outdoor options for your ceremony and reception. There's a small chapel on-site if you prefer to get married in a church setting and you can dance the night away in one of two barns.
Fête Natchez in Natchez, Mississippi
Planning a smaller celebration? Fête Natchez is a circa 1880s building located right in the heart of downtown Natchez, and it's now a wedding venue designed to host intimate soirees of 50 guests or fewer. The building itself maintains its original historic character but with a modern, light and vibrant makeover. Say "I do" in the courtyard outside on a beautiful day or get cozy in the living room by saying your vows in front of the fireplace. This is a charming place to toast to your new life together with your closest friends and family.
Dodson Farm in Starkville, Mississippi
Dodson Farm is an open-air countryside wedding venue in Starkville, MS. Once a functioning dairy and agricultural farm, it has now been renovated into a light and airy event space that can host up to 300 guests. Couples can say their vows at the White Cross Chapel before dancing the night away in the open-air barn that is one with its landscape. Clean, white architecture opens up to the sweeping landscape around it, and the minimalist look is designed to let flowers take center stage. Get ready in The Loft as the big day begins and up to 14 guests can stay on-site in the farmhouse.