$4,000 starting price
151-200 guest capacity
This venue can host up to 200 guests
About this vendor
A Vintage Lux Venue with a Hint of Whiskey
The Venue at Devils River Distillery, situated in San Antonio, TX, offers event space for weddings and other special celebrations. This venue is located only a short distance from the city’s historic River Walk, providing a convenient setting that also allows for beautiful photos. Whiskey enthusiasts will appreciate that the distillery is home to Devils River Whiskey, which was founded in 2016.
This facility combines Old World charm with a plethora of contemporary amenities to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for couples’ nuptial events. When booking the distillery for your wedding, you’ll enjoy a sophisticated multi-level space adorned in sparkling Swarovski crystal-encrusted chandeliers, expansive copper stills, and antique bars. Numerous event areas are available, and each one supplies a unique, romantic backdrop for the start of your forever together.
Whether your special day calls for an intimate gathering of 50 or a grand gala with up to 250 guests, this venue’s happy to assist. The Venue at Devils River Distillery features a luxurious getting-ready room on the level of the Grand Mezzanine. This expansive suite supplies views of the Tasting Room and the promenade and gives the couple and their wedding party a comfortable place to prepare. The Tasting Room is ideal for wedding ceremonies, boasting an antique bar and copper stills that help to create a unique atmosphere. Newlyweds and their loved ones can enjoy a lovely cocktail hour on the promenade, the facility’s patio, which offers copper-framed windows and 100-year-old marble floors. Finally, The Speakeasy, located on the downstairs level, is perfect for hosting unforgettable receptions. It includes glowing wall sconces and an ambiance that’s reminiscent of speakeasies from the Prohibition era. When booking this venue for your big day, you’ll also have access to 8ft rectangle tables, gold Chiavari chairs, linen, and many vintage furniture pieces.
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$850
Ceremony:
$850
Bar services:
$60 per person
Catering:
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Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Jan-May and Sept-Dec.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Guest Capacity
- Up to 200
Settings
- Brewery & Distillery
- Historic Venue
- Industrial & Warehouse
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Destination Weddings
- Rentals & Equipment
- Service Staff
Reviews
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4.7
out of 5.013 reviews
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Devils River is a stunning and unique wedding venue with a beautiful chandelier and industrial yet elegant décor. Reviewers praised the attentive and helpful staff, especially Alyssa and Garret, who ensured a stress-free and memorable experience. The multiple event spaces, including a speakeasy and patio, offered guests a variety of settings to enjoy, and the high-quality whiskey cocktails were a hit. The venue coordinator, Alyssa, received particular praise for her organization and communication, making the planning process smooth and enjoyable for couples.- Top reviews
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We had a wonderful experience at Devils River!
The venue is beautiful, we instantly fell in love as soon as we stepped inside. The chandeliers were a beautiful touch for our first dance. The venue setup flowed and our guests loved the outdoor patio as well.
All of the staff made sure our wedding night was memorable and stress free! Communication was easy, Alyssa and Garret were checking in with us throughout the day/night.
Garret was onsite throughout the night and he took care of everyone! He definitely was a rockstar.
If I could give more stars, I would. We look forward going to Devils River on all of our anniversaries.
It’s a beautiful venue, but venue manager, Alyssa, went behind my back to communicate with another party regarding my wedding when I was under contract when the venue. Simultaneously, she was ignoring communication with me. I only found out she was communicating with the other party through them. She had no idea what the actual issue was or had been, and had clear direction from me, but gave them authority anyway. Her justification was that they had paid some of the venue costs.
So please be advised—even though legally, in Texas, once you are under contract with a venue, and whatever money got you there is considered gifted, that will not be accounted for.
Only book here if you are okay with your friends, relatives, and whoever else contributes to your event being able to assert themselves and Alyssa supporting that as she sees fit.
This venue was an absolute dream for my Christmas wedding.
When planning we wanted something that was beautiful, central, and not a farmhouse or barn.
Not only was this place the perfect venue for my now husband and I, but the employees were amazing. They made sure we had all of the details going into our wedding day and we're flexible with some of the "quirky" things we wanted to do at our wedding.
Alyssa and Garrett made the day incredibly easy and I can't wait to recommend the venue to others. I can also see myself pushing my company to book it for our holiday party next year....
If you're looking for a smaller venue that is intimate and elegant and in reality doesn't need that much so extra decor (not with it boasting great decor and a beautiful chandelier), this is 100% the place for you.
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This place is BEAUTIFUL. Forget boring hotel weddings or barns. This place is industrial yet elegant, with a huge chandelier, sexy lounge spaces, and gorgeous bars. Plus the whiskey is top notch! Book this!
I chose Devil's River Whiskey Distillery because of a myriad of reasons. One of the big ones was the aesthetics. It's absolutely gorgeous, but one of the best things about the venue is the many ways you can use the space and how they're helpful to your guests. We had our ceremony on the ground floor, our dinner in the speakeasy below the main floor, then we had our reception/dancing on the main floor again. There is an elevator for people who need it, and this worked amazingly. The space was beautiful and the staff did a WONDERFUL job, helping people know where to go, great service, and super attentive. The head bartender and manager, Garrett, along with the venue coordinator, Alyssa, were absolutely amazing. They were flexible, always quick to respond to me when I had questions, patient, and they truly bent over backwards to make our wedding beautiful. They worked well with vendors, had great communication skills, and were exceedingly kind and gracious to us and our family and friends.
The benefit, space wise, of this venue is that if the party is going and you have friends and family who need a break, they can retreat back to the quiet of the speakeasy or go sit on the patio. My guests loved these spaces, especially my older relatives who didn't want to be near loud music. The DJ was situated on the floor above the dance floor, which was a blessing as it meant more space for the ceremony and reception below. The venue is truly beautiful, and if a couple wants a classic or even art deco/1920s themed wedding, it's good for that. The space is also great to dress up with whatever vibe the couple is going for. Once again, the main reason to use the venue here is the staff. They were very open, and Alyssa communicated with me well-over a year in advance and was never too busy too answer my questions throughout the year leading up to the wedding. They were super organized, went and above and beyond to clear spaces, help guests, and communicate with vendors. I'm so grateful and thankful for the staff at Devil's River! They went above and beyond, making sure I was as stress-free as possible on my wedding day. ALSO, it is a distillery and the whiskey they serve is VERY good! The whiskey cocktails they make were such a huge hit with the guests we had tons of wine leftover! We chose an Open Bar, which does cost more than a cash bar, but for us it was worth it. But they had different options that can help with a couple on a budget!
If you want a unique, edgy, classy, and stylish venue you can stop looking cause you just found it. As a bride who wanted something unique, moody, and wanted guests to be entertained throughout the wedding this place checked all those boxes. Every nook and cranny is filled with details, history, and has this moody vibe that everyone raved about. We were the last to get married out of our group and every married couple said they've never been to a wedding like it. Don't worry about the two stories because out guest felt like they were being transported. From the ceremony, to cocktail, to reception, every space felt different and we were thrilled to see the floors and space transform. Alyssa kicked ass with helping us, and working with our coordinator. She is on top of it, organized, and if you're a type A like me, she is your new best friend. Book this place now before it's too late!
We were recently married at Devils River Distillery and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out! First, Alyssa (Venue Coordinator) was ABSOLUTLEY AMAZING – she was easygoing and professional from the start, and made us and our whole wedding party feel very special. You couldn’t ask for a better person to work with and anyone who has planned a wedding knows you have a LOT of contact with your venue prior to the event. All our expectations were met and then some. Second, the bartenders went above and beyond. They made sure everyone was taken care of throughout the evening and didn't leave me (bride) empty-handed! Their craft cocktails are phenomenal even for non whiskey drinkers - you wouldn't even know your cocktail had whiskey in it! The venue itself is beautiful and you don't really need to add much to it when it comes to decorating. Definitely a unique and special venue... our guests are still talking about it!
This venue was perfect. When you walk everyone will be in awe of its elegance and beauty. It’s so different and unique. I was able to keep decorations to a minimum since the venue itself has this vibrant personality. Behind the beauty of this gem is Abby. She is the venue coordinator and she is so sweet, professional, and great at communicating and getting things done. She even offered a hand when I had a makeup mishap. She’s like a fairy godmother and a professional friend all in one. Adrian and Jonathan rocked the bar and kept everyone very happy. They made it feel like cheers with their hyped and positive energy. One of the high points was standing in the middle of the dance floor and looking around at all the happy faces. We all had so much fun. My best friend said she felt like a celebrity partying after the Oscars. If you want a jaw dropping and unique wedding, this is the place.
I have to congratulate the Heavenly gourmet team, Maricela and Loretta for making our wedding day so special. This venue was completely breathtaking and everyone was in awe of the old architecture and antique furniture. I recommend this place if your family is from out of town because hotels were just walking distance. You have made my wedding day a memorable one for sure. Cheers to you all!!
Absolutely gorgeous! This venue had so much charm and uniqueness to it. All it needed was a touch of flowers! This venue accomodated both the ceremony and reception. The big patio in the front is where we had a cocktail hour while the room was getting flipped to the reception, and it only took a few minutes! This place is not your ordinary venue, it has SO much more class. What are you waiting for? BOOK this venue before it's to late, you wont regret it!
Such a beautiful place for a wedding. This is not your typical wedding spot and definitely stands out and is so different and elegant. It’s so pretty not much decor is needed. Getting married during a pandemic restricted and limited our vision but thankfully the venue had just the right amount of space to make this special day possible for us. The staff was helpful and kind- Loretta and her team are always so professional.
We had our ceremony and reception at the venue at devils river! It turned out 😍 amazing. This place makes for great pictures!! Our guests enjoyed the vibe and had a great time ! we had a lot of out of town guests who stayed in hotels which were walking distance from the venue, It is in a great location downtown SA! I want to do it all over again !! 🥂 thank you to the staff as well who were really engaged in making our big day happen!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2020
We are so grateful, and dig you guys so much!! Thank you for being so kind!! God Bless you guys as you start your journey as one!!!
My fiancé and I found this place through Loretta Ortiz from the The Oaks at Heavenly. Loretta and Mike took time from their weekend to let us tour the venue during construction. They showed us their vision and we were sold right away. We just toured the venue and it is almost finished. The place is STUNNING! We are so excited to have our reception here. It is prime location for downtown SA and close to the River Walk. Seriously, Loretta and Mike have been so flexible with us and have kept us up to date on the construction and their vision. It is going to fit our wedding perfectly.
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401 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX
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Alyssa Gonzalez
Venue Events Manager
Hello! My name is Alyssa and I am so excited to meet you! Let's embark on this wedding journey together at San Antonio's premier wedding venue, The Venue at Devils River Distillery.
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