Big Horse Vineyards

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Holds ceremonies and receptions

4.3

Praised by couples for:

Amenities

Guests comfort

Unique aesthetic style

We had such a wonderful experience with this venue! It is absolutely beautiful and was the perfect place for our wedding. Everyone was so kind, helpful, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. Taryn especially was amazing, she was extremely helpful every step of the way, always willing to answer questions, and made everything feel so much less stressful. She was also so personable and genuinely cared about making our day special. We are so thankful we chose this venue and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect place to celebrate!

Amelia P.

5.0

We couldn’t have asked for a better venue to have our wedding and reception! The venue is beautiful, and Taryn, the owners and their staff were all excellent!

Addi M.

5.0

Don Archdale

OWNER/OPERATOR

Typically responds within 24h

Nestled in the heart of nature in Lewistown, IL, Big Horse Vineyards offers a breathtaking outdoor wedding setting where love stories come to life. Surrounded by sweeping views, lush greenery, trickling water features, and open skies, our venue provides the perfect backdrop for saying “I do.” Whether you’re envisioning an intimate ceremony beneath the trees or a lively celebration over the water, every corner of our grounds radiates warmth and charm. At Big Horse Vineyards, we believe every couple should feel at home. Our dedicated team welcomes you like family, ensuring every detail reflects your unique vision. From the first tour to the final toast, we’re here to create a seamless, joy-filled experience you and your guests will remember forever. With the beauty of nature, the soothing sound of water, and warm hospitality, your wedding day will be nothing short of magical. Celebrate your love at Big Horse Vineyards!

10+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

Amenities + details

Amenities

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Settings

Vineyard & Winery

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Food & Catering

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Meet the team

Don Archdale
Owner/Operator
Don and his wife Trinity opened Big Horse Vineyards in 2016 with the intentions of making it much more than just a winery. They are two members of a very small team that do their best to make each client's expectations become a reality.
Trinity Archdale
Owner/Operator
Don and his wife Trinity opened Big Horse Vineyards in 2016 with the intentions of making it much more than just a winery. They are two members of a very small team that do their best to make each client's expectations become a reality.
Taryn Welker
Wedding Coordinator
Taryn serves as the liaison between couples and the venue. From booking to the Big Day, Taryn is the go to contact for all of your venue information.

4.3

out of 5.0

6 reviews

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Tristen B

Highlighted review.

10/23/2025

We had our wedding on October 18, 2025 and it turned out to be the most beautiful day! Everything went perfect and everyone was so easy to work with, especially Taryn! She made the...

day so easy for my wife and I. She answered every question we had and made sure all of our vendors knew where they needed to be so my wife could relax in their bridal suite. The newly updated landscaping made our pictures that much more beautiful. The rain held off just enough for us to have our ceremony on the pavilion over the water with the huge fountain behind us. All of our guests said how beautiful the grounds are! We couldn’t recommend Big Horse Vineyards enough and are so thankful they made our day so memorable!

Response from Big Horse Vineyards on 10/23/2025

Thank you so much for your kind review! We're so glad to hear that Taryn was able to assis...

t you. Taryn is truly an asset to our team, and it’s always wonderful to hear that her efforts are appreciated. We will be sure to pass along your feedback to her—she will be thrilled to know she made such a positive impact! We are grateful for your support and trusting us with such a momentous day.

Amelia P

9/02/2026

We had such a wonderful experience with this venue! It is absolutely beautiful and was the perfect place for our wedding. Everyone was so kind, helpful, and easy to work with throu...

ghout the entire process. Taryn especially was amazing, she was extremely helpful every step of the way, always willing to answer questions, and made everything feel so much less stressful. She was also so personable and genuinely cared about making our day special. We are so thankful we chose this venue and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect place to celebrate!

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Addi M

9/02/2026

We couldn’t have asked for a better venue to have our wedding and reception! The venue is beautiful, and Taryn, the owners and their staff were all excellent!

Bri D

10/31/2025

Taryn and Scott at Big Horse were great to work with for our wedding. They were great at answering our questions and very accommodating as well as making sure we had everything we ...

needed. If there was something we hadn’t thought of, they were on it. We easily had 250+ attendees, and everyone fit comfortably at both out outdoor ceremony, and for the reception. Great response time via email or phone when we needed them, making our side of wedding planning so much easier! The venue is beautiful, so we hardly had to decorate. The bridal suite was perfect for the bridesmaids to get ready in, and gave our hair and makeup team plenty of space and lighting as well. We would recommend Big Horse to anyone!

Response from Big Horse Vineyards on 10/31/2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your weddin...

g day at Big Horse Vineyards. It was an absolute pleasure to be part of such a special celebration, and we’re so glad the space and our team helped make your day everything you envisioned. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness together!

Rebekah R

5/09/2024

We liked the space on the tour, but still had other venues to see. Don told us that we could put a refundable deposit down. Within 30 days, all we had to do was give them a call an...

d they would refund the $500. It was a scam. We fell in love with another venue. When I contacted Big Horse, they didn't want to refund the money and gave me a dozen reasons why they wouldn't honor the refund, including that they made the promise of a refund on "good faith" that we wouldn't cancel, even though we told him we had a few other venue tours lined up. Don't give them your money even if they tell you it's refundable.

Stormy D

10/26/2016

We planned our wedding and reception from 800 miles away. Trinity and her team were absolutely amazing and made sure everything was absolutely perfect. We fell in love with the gr...

ounds and the venue the moment we saw it...2 days before the wedding. Everything was better and more perfect than I'd imagined. We felt like we had found a long lost member of our family by the time the everything was complete. Thank you is not enough for everything they did for us.

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11603 N County Highway 9, Lewistown, IL

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(309) 547-2070

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