Trusted by over 1M+ customers
Top Outdoor Wedding Venues in California
Sunshine is helpful, but a great backdrop does even more of the work on your wedding day. Outdoor wedding venues in California stretch from Napa Valley vineyards and Big Sur clifftops to redwood groves in the north and garden estates around San Diego. The state's varied landscapes make it easy to choose between ocean views, rolling hills, redwood surroundings, or elegant courtyards without leaving California. Many locations also accommodate both ceremonies and receptions in one place, which can simplify planning for guests travelling from across the state. Take a look below and find an outdoor space that suits your celebration.
-
![Backyard at Casa Bonita Backyard Venue in California]()
from $225
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBackyard
80 guestsCasa Bonita Backyard VenueCaliforniaCasa Bonita Backyard Venue is an open-air private backyard venue focused on an outdoor garden setting that hosts organised outdoor events. Venue highlights: The venue provides kitchen facilities for caterers and event teams.
-
![Entire Venue at Culver City Rooftop in Los Angeles, California]()
from $8000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
250 guestsCulver City RooftopLos Angeles, CaliforniaA rooftop event venue that pairs a covered ballroom with an open-air terrace to create a flexible indoor–outdoor setting for private events. Design: The interior presents a contemporary ballroom with high ceilings, sculpted
-
![White Swan Garden Terrace at White Swan Inn in San Francisco, California]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhite Swan Garden Terrace
20 guestsWhite Swan InnSan Francisco, CaliforniaVVaughn R.
“Excellent communication. We had our wedding here and were very happy with the venue.” -
![The Grand Lawn at Morningside Spaces in California]()
from $175
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Grand Lawn
300 guestsMorningside SpacesCaliforniaThe Grand Lawn is a wide open green space with a mature tree at the center, which gives it a natural focal point. It works well for outdoor ceremonies, celebrations, picnics, or family gatherings—anything where you want a
-
![Entire Venue at Cabrillo Marina in Los Angeles, California]()
from $958
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
156 guestsCabrillo MarinaLos Angeles, CaliforniaCabrillo Marina is an open-air marina plaza defined by a broad, manicured lawn that serves as a flexible outdoor event ground. Design: The lawn presents an open, sunlit expanse edged by tall hedges and stands of palm trees.
-
![Spacious Lawn at Casa de Olmos in Los Angeles, California]()
from $1000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySpacious Lawn
100 guestsCasa de OlmosLos Angeles, CaliforniaSpacious Lawn is a private outdoor space in Casa de Olmos. A tall hedged perimeter creates a secluded garden courtyard. Design: The space is a paved courtyard bordered by mature clipped hedging.
-
![Entire Venue at Wishing Well Mini Ranch in California]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
80 guestsWishing Well Mini RanchCaliforniaWishing Well Mini Ranch is an open-air venue on a small working ranch that provides rustic outdoor settings across lawns and paddocks. Venue highlights: The property offers several distinct outdoor areas for ceremonies, receptions
-
![The Patio at Morningside Spaces in California]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Patio
60 guestsMorningside SpacesCaliforniaThe Patio is a Private outdoor space in Morningside Spaces that serves as a sheltered, campus-style courtyard framed by single-storey buildings. Design: The space features broad paved surfaces and covered walkways that create
-
![Events Plaza at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park in California]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEvents Plaza
1000 guestsGilroy Gardens Family Theme ParkCaliforniaDesign: The venue presents open-air recreational areas and covered plazas fitted with long wooden communal tables, overhead string lighting and visible garden planting.
-
![Claudia's Garden Landing at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park in California]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityClaudia's Garden Landing
100 guestsGilroy Gardens Family Theme ParkCaliforniaThis romantic wood terrace overlooks a serene garden below with a pond, creek, and gently cascading waterfalls.
-
![Monarch Garden Atrium at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park in California]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMonarch Garden Atrium
100 guestsGilroy Gardens Family Theme ParkCaliforniaDaylight filters through the planting canopy and keeps sightlines open across the immediate garden area. Features: The space includes on-site Wi‑Fi and a PA system with speakers, and hosts may play their own music or bring
-
![Outdoor Garden Terrace at The Academy in San Francisco, California]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOutdoor Garden Terrace
25 guestsThe AcademySan Francisco, CaliforniaThe Outdoor Garden Terrace is a unique space with a beautiful outdoor area and plenty of room to create your dream event. It has a gorgeous patio that is perfect for any occasion with a capacity of up to 60 guests.
- 1
- 2
- 3
- ...
- 9
FAQs about Top Outdoor Wedding Venues in California
Prices of outdoor wedding venues average $250 hire fee per hour. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in California, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $170 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1000 | to $6000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $2500 | to $6000 | hire fee per day |
You'll find outdoor wedding venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in California, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 80 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 100 and 160 guests | prices average $375 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 210 guests | prices average $3500 hire fee per day |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for outdoor wedding venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Outdoor Space | prices average $250 hire fee per hour | typically between 80 and 200 guests |
| Open Air / Outdoor Venue | prices average $200 hire fee per hour | typically between 70 and 200 guests |
| Terrace | prices average $400 hire fee per hour | typically between 70 and 300 guests |
| Garden | prices average $175 hire fee per hour | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average $400 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 200 guests |
Smaller outdoor wedding venues usually fit up to 80 guests seated. Here are some great options in California, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
-
Outdoor Space at Intimate Outdoor Venue at the Mansion - outdoor space for 75 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, outdoor gathering that combines seated dining and standing mingling in an accessible, informal setting. -
Outdoor Patio at Noe's Nest, rated 5/5 - terrace for 40 guests
Venue said: Outdoor Patio is a Terrace in Noe's Nest and is a small, secluded outdoor terrace defined by its enclosed, intimate layout. Design: The terrace reads as a compact garden room dominated by dense Mediterranean-style planting, -
Event Area at Tina's Wedding Chapel, rated 5/5 - garden for 50 guests
Venue said: The area provides wheelchair access and accessible toilets, and the space is subject to noise restrictions. Ideal for: The area suits small, intimate groups for seated ceremony layouts or relaxed, social standing receptions.
Cheap outdoor wedding venues in California start from $25 per person or $1000 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
-
Front Lawn at Big Dog Vineyards, from $25 per person (up to 300 guests seated)
Venue said: With open-air views of the surrounding Bay Area hills and plenty of room to make the space your own, it’s ideal for weddings, corporate events, and larger celebrations. -
Full Space at The Lantern House, from $1000 hire fee per day (up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: The Lantern House is a compound of four Craftsman-style bungalows dating from 1910 in Venice, CA. An iconic collection of art, artifacts, gardens, fountains, vintage collectibles - there are low-voltage lanterns hanging in... -
Garden Patio at The Soap Factory, from $120 hire fee per hour (up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: A productive urban garden supplying herbs for holistic soaps, lotions, and culinary uses. It offers a beautiful and fragrant setting for cocktail parties, outdoor dining, classes, workshops, and social gatherings.
Outdoor Wedding Venues in California regions
Outdoor Wedding Venues in other regions
Outdoor Wedding Venues in USA cities
Page last updated in October 2026
To provide you with relevant information, our pages are refreshed using an algorithm that aggregates real-time data, including bookings, reviews, and venue updates.