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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.
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![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.” -
![Backyard at Casa Bonita Backyard Venue in California]()
from $225
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBackyard
80 guestsCasa Bonita Backyard VenueCaliforniaA private, versatile outdoor venue in Bonita perfect for birthdays, celebrations, content shoots, and intimate events. Casa Bonita offers a clean and spacious backyard setting designed to give you flexibility to create your -
![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 -
![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 ParkCaliforniaBring your group inside our glass-walled greenhouse to a bright, airy space surrounded by tropical trees and plants. -
![Outdoor Patio at Noe's Nest in San Francisco, California]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOutdoor Patio
35 guestsNoe's NestSan Francisco, CaliforniaFeaturing numerous art installations and subdued romantic lighting, Noe's Nest garden makes for a perfect outdoor venue for an intimate wedding! -
![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. -
![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. -
![The Patio at Morningside Spaces in California]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Patio
60 guestsMorningside SpacesCaliforniaThe outdoor patio is a relaxed, easygoing space for casual gatherings, small receptions, or celebrations. -
![Spacious Lawn at Casa de Olmos in Los Angeles, California]()
from $1000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySpacious Lawn
100 guestsCasa de OlmosLos Angeles, CaliforniaThe property features a spacious lawn suitable for ceremonies, celebrations, or open-air dining, along with a covered patio that includes two long wooden tables with seating for up to 20 guests. -
![Garden at South End Racquet And Health Club in Torrance, California]()
from $64
per personCheck availabilityGarden
150 guestsSouth End Racquet And Health ClubTorrance, CaliforniaDiscover The Garden at The South End Racquet and Health Club—an exquisite outdoor space for intimate garden weddings, birthday parties, and other outdoor events. -
![Entire Venue at Lavender and Olive Venue in California]()
from $10000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
225 guestsLavender and Olive VenueCaliforniaLocated in Ramona, CA, amidst the serene beauty of nature, our outdoor wedding venue offers an enchanting and unforgettable setting for your special day. -
![Entire Venue at Wishing Well Mini Ranch in California]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
80 guestsWishing Well Mini RanchCaliforniaFor years, Wishing Well Mini Ranch has been a cherished venue, dedicated to ensuring the success of couples' celebrations. The grassy event area is thoughtfully equipped with essential amenities, including electrical outlets,
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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 $5950 | minimum spend per event |
| From $38 | to $50 | per person |
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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 80 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 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 September 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 |
| Terrace | prices average $400 hire fee per hour | typically between 85 and 300 guests |
| Open Air / Outdoor Venue | prices average $200 hire fee per hour | typically between 70 and 200 guests |
| Garden | prices average $200 hire fee per hour | typically between 65 and 150 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average $450 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 September 2026:
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Outdoor Space at Intimate Outdoor Venue at the Mansion - outdoor space for 75 guests
Venue said: A quiet setting for weddings, elopements, vow renewals, and other small celebrations. The two-acre grounds include a lawn for ceremonies, mature landscaping, hill and sunset views, and a tall cypress arch that creates a striking... -
Event Area at Tina's Wedding Chapel, rated 5/5 - garden for 50 guests
Venue said: Tina's Wedding Chapel is an intimate garden venue with a rustic atmosphere that feels like home and can accommodate small to mid-sized gathering of up to 50 people. -
Rooftop at The Newhall Nest, rated 5/5 - rooftop for 70 guests
Venue said: From corporate happy hours to holiday parties, showers, intimate weddings, and more, our rooftop venue will leave an impression on your guests. Contact us today to discuss your requirements with our event coordinator.
Cheap outdoor wedding venues in California start from $350 minimum spend per event or $1000 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Garden Space at Bexx Secret Garden, from $350 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: We only cater to one party at a time so that you can enjoy the whole garden space. Our guests are delighted when they walk through the gate into the open garden patio with a clear, see-through patio covering. -
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... -
Back Patio at Big Dog Vineyards, from $25 per person (up to 80 guests seated)
Venue said: The Back Patio is an outdoor vineyard space for smaller celebrations of up to 80 guests. Wine barrel high-tops and smaller tables provide seating and space for guests to move.
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