From dreamy gazebos in nature sanctuaries to award-winning lakeview hotels, Austin’s winter wedding venues are highly sought after, not to mention heartstoppingly beautiful. Host your ceremony in a historic venue near Zilker, a modern loft in Downtown, or a lakeside retreat in Hudson Bend. Some locations offer fireplaces and indoor-outdoor spaces that work well for unpredictable temperatures. Others, like converted barns and private estates in the hill country, provide seclusion with wide-open views. Browse our top picks now.
In Austin, prices of winter wedding venues average $3000 minimum spend per event. 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 Austin, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
From $300 | to $436 | hire fee per hour |
From $2500 | to $4000 | hire fee per event |
You'll find winter 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 Austin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
Small winter wedding venues | up to 100 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
Medium winter wedding venues | between 120 and 200 guests | prices average $350 hire fee per hour |
Large winter wedding venues | over 230 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
Austin weddings often feature live music, a nod to the city’s “Live Music Capital of the World” title. Suite #300 at Q-Branch is a stunning and flexible indoor-outdoor event space in downtown Austin that seats up to 100 or holds 250 standing. For a true country wedding, consider selecting this venue.
Most venues in Austin require a deposit to secure your date. Deposits can range from 25% to 50% of the total cost, depending on the venue’s policies.
Cancellation and rescheduling policies vary by venue. Some may retain a portion of your deposit depending on how close to the event date you cancel. Others may offer flexible terms, particularly during the winter months when demand is lower. Always review the cancellation policy in your contract and ask about rescheduling options if needed.
Yes, many venues in the city provide all-inclusive packages to simplify wedding planning. For example, Vintage Villas Hotel & Events is an award-winning full-service lakeview wedding venue. Their wedding package includes catering, place settings and decor. They also have accommodation available if you’d like to accommodate your guests overnight or over the weekend. Surrounded by ancient oak trees and just minutes from Downtown Austin, Sanctuary Event Space offers bundled services like catering and music. They even offer full weekend buyouts for multi-day weddings. January to February is their off-peak season and they have much lower rates for this period compared to peak season rates.