Looking for wedding reception venues in Orange County? There's plenty of options, from beachside spots in Newport Beach and Laguna Beach to countryside estates in Irvine and Tustin. With the year-round sunshine, many venues feature outdoor spaces like gardens and terraces for stunning photos. Iconic locations near Disneyland or with ocean views offer unique backdrops. Orange County has something for every style, whether it's a chic hotel ballroom or a rustic vineyard. Start your search with Tagvenue to find the venue that fits your day!
Prices of wedding reception venues average $225 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 Orange County, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $175 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
| From $50 | to $65 | per person |
| From $150 | to $12000 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find wedding reception 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 Orange County, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 90 guests | prices average $800 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 130 and 175 guests | prices average $15000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 250 guests | prices average $225 hire fee per hour |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Venue | prices average $300 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 175 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 90 and 120 guests |
| Outdoor Space | prices average $1500 hire fee per hour | typically between 60 and 90 guests |
Cheap wedding reception venues in Orange County start from $60 minimum spend per event or $100 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Bayshore Lounge at Bayshore Lounge, from $60 minimum spend per event
(up to 120 guests seated)
Venue said: The venue includes an indoor dining space accommodating up to 60 guests and an outdoor patio with seating for up to 80 guests. The patio is surrounded by landscaped gardens and features a fountain, fire pits, and open-air...
Entire Venue at Casa 723, from $100 hire fee per hour
(up to 75 guests seated)
Venue said: Creative Haven: From photo shoots to dance rehearsals, art sessions to intimate receptions, and everything in between, our versatile space is the canvas for your imagination to flourish.
Entire Venue at Carmelle Banquet Hall, from $50 per person (up to 300 guests seated)
Page last updated in September 2026
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