Top Palm Desert Venues

St. Margaret's Episcopal Church in Palm Desert has a large sanctuary for weddings and conferences as well as several rooms available for rent for receptions, parties, etc.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Say "I do" where legends played and Hollywood's golden era came alive. Bermuda Dunes by Wedgewood Weddings is one of the Coachella Valley's most storied addresses — a historic golf and country club community that has welcomed celebrities, champions, and tastemakers since 1959. Designed by William F. Bell with rolling dunes and palm-lined fairways inspired by coastal and British courses, the property carries a legacy that few venues can match. Arnold Palmer claimed his first PGA win here in 1960 and returned for his last in 1973. The Bob Hope Desert Classic called this course home for decades, and luminaries like Clark Gable and Cary Grant were regulars on the grounds. Today, Bermuda Dunes is being reimagined as a destination wedding venue without losing an ounce of that original character. The aesthetic is unmistakably mid-century modern — warm, sophisticated, and rooted in the desert luxury that defines Palm Springs style at its finest. Sweeping course views, lakeside ceremony settings, and sun-drenched outdoor terraces frame every celebration with natural drama. Nestled just outside Palm Springs, Bermuda Dunes draws couples from across Southern California and beyond who are looking for something more than a ballroom. This is a living landmark — a place where the fairways carry history, the architecture tells a story, and your wedding becomes part of a legacy that stretches back more than six decades.

• Spaces for 80 Guests

The epitome of modern elegance in Palm Desert's Las Sambras Plaza – the Today We Become One Wedding and Event Chapel. Nestled in the heart of this vibrant locale, our 1,500-square-foot venue sets the stage for unforgettable moments. With a capacity for up to 80 guests, we specialize in crafting timeless memories for weddings, elopements, vow renewals, and more. Featuring stunning 22-ft high ceilings accented by black wood beams against pristine white walls, our chapel exudes sophistication. Adorned in a timeless black, white, and gold theme, its adaptable décor can transform to suit any vision, courtesy of our expert staff or your preferred vendors. Imagine the 8ft dark wood barn doors slowing opening unveiling the bride's for her grand entrance and serene 30ft walk to the ceremony area. Inside, a bridal suite or changing room is available for rent and your guests have the amenity of a gender-neutral bathroom, ensuring comfort and convenience for all. Elevate your special day with our versatile space, available for standalone rentals or inclusive packages tailored to your needs. Book now to create cherished moments that last a lifetime.

• Spaces for 300-500 Guests
• 1 Country Club

Set on 100 manicured acres in a serpentine meander around a shimmering 25-acre lake, Desert Island was kept under wraps for the last 50 years and is now open to the public and available for celebrations. Nestled in the top floor of the clubhouse and offering floor-to-ceiling views of the course, the lake, and mountains beyond, Desert Island’s Ballroom, is set-ready for entertainment, performances and receptions with a music stage, dance floor, and lighting to meet any mood. Locations for wedding ceremonies include: the West Range, Fairway Seven, Fairway Nine, Palm Grove and the Northern Gallery. Need more space? The Penney, Founders Room, 9 1/2, The Southern Verandah, and Parlor are all available for additional buyout fees.

• Spaces for 500 Guests

Nestled in the heart of the Coachella Valley, Indian Wells Country Club offers a stunning backdrop of rolling fairways, lush gardens, and mountain views for unforgettable private events. From elegant weddings to intimate gatherings, our dedicated team ensures every detail is flawless, creating memories that last a lifetime.

• Spaces for 1,800-2,000 Guests
• 1 Resort

Host your next corporate event or inspiring conference in Palm Springs at The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa, offering over 130,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Choose from an array of boardrooms, meeting venues and elegant ballrooms, including our largest at 17,326 square feet. We offer a variety of outdoor spaces, including lush courtyards and patios surrounded by blooming hedges and tropical trees. Our Master Plaza, pillared by tall palm trees decorated in string lights, overlooks our manicured golf courses. Use our on-site expert planners, catering team and audiovisual specialists to guide your decisions and enhance your event. Fulfill your vision with our venues’ AV equipment, upscale lighting and flexible seating arrangements. Event attendees appreciate our spacious guest rooms, two championship golf courses, three heated pools, luxury spa services and on-site restaurants. Our golf resort is conveniently located near the Palm Springs International Airport.

• Spaces for 1,200-1,500 Guests
• 1 Resort

No destination speaks of natural elegance as completely as the Renaissance Esmeralda Indian Wells Resort & Spa. Allow us to create a tailor-made experience for you and your loved ones with our 120,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. Take advantage of Indian Wells’ 350 sunny days a year and breathtaking views of the Santa Rosa foothills. Our award winning catering team and professional event planners will customize your day from start to finish, utilizing the unique luxury of the Renaissance Indian Wells to ensure your wedding serves as a celebration of your love.

• Spaces for 820-3,500 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 2 Ballrooms
• 3 Total Spaces

Welcome to the historic Riviera Resort & Spa Palm Springs. Here sunshine, blue skies and the dramatic backdrop of the majestic San Jacinto Mountains offer the perfect escape for any gathering. With more than 40,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, there are numerous indoor and outdoor options available to host corporate, wedding, or intimate events. Let our team of professionals help you create an unforgettable moment.

• Spaces for 200-400 Guests

Nestled amid a lush landscape of swaying palm trees, our venue transports you to a tropical paradise. As the golden sun dips below the horizon, warm lights delicately illuminate the surroundings, casting a soft, inviting glow that enhances the natural beauty of the setting. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our luxurious outdoor venue provides a breathtaking backdrop for your event. Picture yourself sipping cocktails under a starlit sky, surrounded by the lush greenery and the subtle fragrance of tropical blooms. This is more than just a venue; it's a sensory escape into a world of refined indulgence, where nature and luxury seamlessly intertwine, creating unforgettable moments under the open sky.

• Spaces for 30-269 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

Whether you're planning the wedding of your dreams, a sophisticated wine tasting, an intimate celebration, a corporate seminar, or a lively private party, our venue offers the perfect setting to bring your vision to life. Enjoy the refined ambiance with both indoor and outdoor spaces that showcase breathtaking views of the Santa Rosa Mountains to the southwest and the Chocolate Mountains to the north. Our convenient location, exceptional service, and customizable menus ensure that every detail is tailored to your needs. From spacious rooms with movable furniture and dimmable lighting to customizable bar packages and full Audio-Visual capabilities, including projectors, sound systems, and screens, we provide everything you need for an unforgettable experience. Let us transform your event into something truly extraordinary. Whether you're toasting with friends, hosting colleagues, or celebrating a milestone, trust The Polo Club team to make your occasion seamless, sophisticated, and one to remember.

• Spaces for 32-180 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Bars
• 6 Total Spaces

Over the years, our enchanting hotel has hosted all manner of nuptials: day and night, simple and extravagant ceremonies, eloping couples and buyout destination weddings with hot air ballooning…We like to think of ourselves as more than a hotel, restaurant or wedding venue. Our secluded and charming, Regency Pool also provides a sublime setting for any small soiree. Designed for privacy, this chicly cloistered poolside location is ideal for intimate cocktail receptions and small gatherings. On top of that our pristinely groomed lawn of our Presidio Courtyard add ambiance to outdoor meetings, team building, and al fresco dining. At the Avalon in Palm Springs we have the event space to make your next gathering one to remember.

• Spaces for 1,000 Guests

Set on 40+ acres in the heart of California's Coachella Valley, Buena Vista by AvantStay is a private 7,700 sqft mid-century modern estate built for gatherings of every kind — weddings, corporate retreats, brand activations, milestone birthdays, family reunions, wellness escapes, and beyond. Just 10 minutes from the Empire Polo Club and a short drive from Palm Springs, the property pairs dramatic desert scenery with the infrastructure to host groups in style. The Grounds A freshwater lake, lush palm groves, and panoramic mountain views set the scene. Host receptions and dinners in the 3,500 sqft climate-controlled barn with built-in sound system, gather around the saloon-style wet bar, or use the outdoor arena and al fresco dining areas for ceremonies, programming, and breakouts. The pool, spa, bonfire pit, and oversized lounge areas give guests room to mingle between sessions. Stay On-Site Nine bedrooms across the main house, guest house, and private apartment sleep up to 20 guests — ideal for keeping leadership teams, wedding parties, or close family together for multi-day stays. Built-In Amenities Pool and spa, freshwater lake with kayaks, paddleboard, and pedal boat, bocce ball, pickleball, tennis, volleyball, billiards, shuffleboard, and a chef's kitchen with high-end appliances. Indoor and outdoor surround sound runs throughout the property. Concierge & Experiences Our in-market team helps design every detail: private chefs and cooking classes, bartending and mixology lessons, spa services, yoga and sound baths, wine and whiskey tastings, painting classes, hot air balloon rides, stargazing with an astrology expert, kids' activities, transportation, and security. Outdoor restrooms and ample parking support larger guest counts. The Location World-class golf, El Paseo shopping, Joshua Tree, off-roading trails, and downtown Palm Springs are all within easy reach — giving guests plenty to explore before, during, and after your event.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Country Club

Woodhaven Country Club is a semi-private golf and event venue set on a well-maintained course in Palm Desert, California, minutes from Palm Springs. The club sits amid expansive grounds with views of the surrounding mountains and a lake that provides a natural backdrop for outdoor ceremonies and celebrations. The Santa Rosa Ballroom is the venue's primary event space, accommodating groups of 10 to 200 guests for weddings, quinceañeras, anniversaries, graduations, galas, holiday parties, and corporate gatherings. The ballroom offers views of the golf course and mountains, with access to a culinary team that provides full-service catering — outside catering is also permitted for events that prefer a specific cuisine. Staff provide personalized planning assistance and referrals for florists, photographers, and entertainment vendors.

• Spaces for 72-540 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 5 Total Spaces

Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa is a 215-room luxury retreat set on 11 acres in Indian Wells, California, nestled amid olive trees and citrus groves at the foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains. The property blends island-inspired warmth with desert elegance, offering a backdrop of sweeping mountain views and renowned Palm Springs sunsets. The resort offers more than 35,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space, accommodating gatherings from intimate boardroom meetings to full-scale celebrations of up to 500 guests. Five principal event venues — including the 6,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom, the Grand Lawn, the Marlin Ballroom, the Miramonte Lawn, and the Sunset Terrace — provide distinct settings for weddings, corporate retreats, and social celebrations alike. On-site amenities include two guest pools, an award-winning Spa Rosa, and two dining destinations: Grapefruit Basil and Chiki Palm. The resort's dedicated events team provides custom planning support and responds to inquiries within 24 hours.

• Spaces for 24-500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 10 Total Spaces

Desert Willow Golf Resort is a full-service event and wedding destination set within a 33,000-square-foot complex of indoor and outdoor venues on the grounds of a public golf resort in Palm Desert, California. Surrounded by panoramic views of the Santa Rosa Mountains, championship fairways, and shimmering lakes, the resort has hosted weddings, corporate gatherings, private celebrations, and social events for decades. The resort offers eleven distinct event spaces ranging from intimate indoor rooms to expansive open-air terraces. Indoor options include the Firecliff Ballroom, which seats up to 250 guests and features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Firecliff Course; the Firecliff Dining Room, accommodating up to 150 for receptions; the Willows Room with Foyer for up to 125 guests; and the intimate Palm Desert Room for smaller gatherings of up to 30. Outdoor venues include the Lakeview Terrace, Palm Desert Terrace, Upper Lakeview Terrace, Lower Lakeview Terrace, Firecliff Terrace, and Event Lawn, with reception capacities ranging from 60 to 500 guests. In-house chef-curated catering, personalized event coordination by an experienced on-site team, AV packages, and high-speed Wi-Fi are available across all spaces. Desert Willow Golf Resort has earned multiple WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards, including recognition in 2024, 2025, and 2026.

Set against a stunning desert backdrop, JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa's meetings and gatherings are grand in scale and atmosphere, bringing even the most ambitious ideas to life. Allow us to personalize your event in our 235,000 square feet of dynamic meeting, banquet, and outdoor event space, from business conferences to team building retreats. JW Marriott Desert Springs is known for its outdoor event locations, which take advantage of nearly 350 days of sunshine every year. The Springs Terrace covered patio, the gorgeous greens of the tennis fields, the palm tree lined Grove, and spectacular lake, mountain, and golf vistas from The Pointe are among the 160,000 square feet of outdoor venues. The Resort & Spa gives couples a stunning venue with excellent quality and service for modest marriages to extravagant events. Celebrate your love with loved ones against a breathtaking backdrop of towering mountains, peaceful seas, and a pastel-colored sky painted by the setting sun. The JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa has a long history of connecting couples. Allow our event planners to manage the finer points of your special day, ensuring that every detail of your fairy-tale wedding is just as you dreamed. Here, you can enjoy the grandeur of the desert. This luxury hotel has been renovated and offers excellent service, revamped venues, and family-friendly amenities. You will feel relaxed from the moment you step onto the lovely resort grounds. Enjoy a day at the spa or a meal at one of our great restaurants. Indoor and outdoor event venues totaling more than 234,000 square feet are available for everything from grandiose weddings to corporate seminars. The resort is a short drive from downtown Palm Springs, the Coachella Valley Music Festival, and events in Indian Wells, California, when you're ready to go exploring.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

La Quinta Country Club is a member-owned private club set in the Coachella Valley at the foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains in La Quinta, California. Founded in 1959 with a championship golf course designed by Lawrence M. Hughes, the club was dedicated by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1960 and has hosted The American Express (formerly the Bob Hope Classic) on the PGA Tour for more than six decades. The 35,000-square-foot clubhouse was reconstructed in 2009 and refreshed in 2023 with interiors inspired by a refined "Santa Barbara" aesthetic, offering panoramic views of the golf course, gardens, and surrounding mountain ranges. The club has earned Elite Status from the Distinguished Club Award, placing it among the top 3% of private clubs globally. Dining options include a casual grill, elegant dining rooms, a lounge and bar, private dining spaces, patio seating, and the Chef's Table — each available for private event hosting alongside weddings, private parties, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and other celebrations. The club accommodates a broad range of social gatherings and is available for event inquiries through its dedicated events team, led by Clubhouse Manager Tom Emison, reachable at 760-972-4892.

• Spaces for 150-1,800 Guests
• 3 Ballrooms
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

La Quinta Resort & Club is a landmark desert resort set against the Santa Rosa Mountains in La Quinta, California — part of the greater Palm Springs area. Originally opened in 1926 and known as "the original desert hideaway," the resort occupies sprawling grounds anchored by Spanish-style casitas, lush gardens, and mountain views that have drawn guests for nearly a century. For events and celebrations, the resort offers more than 190,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space accommodating groups from intimate gatherings to celebrations of up to 2,000 guests. Three ballrooms — the Fiesta, Flores, and Frank Capra — anchor the indoor offerings, ranging from the 5,952-square-foot Frank Capra Ballroom, named for the acclaimed Hollywood director who was a longtime guest, to the grand 17,176-square-foot Fiesta Ballroom. Outdoors, The Grove and the historic La Casa Patio and Courtyard provide scenic settings beneath date palms and open desert sky. The resort provides in-house catering, custom lighting design, vendor coordination, and a dedicated events team to support weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. On-site accommodations include 620 hacienda-style casitas and suites and 98 privately owned villas, making La Quinta Resort & Club a self-contained destination for multi-day events.

• Spaces for 12-500 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Meeting Spaces

Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert is a full-service, all-suite resort hotel situated on 10 acres in Palm Desert, California, along Highway 111 near the Coachella Valley's most celebrated golf courses and approximately 15 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport. The property features 198 two-room suites, each offering mountain or courtyard views, and includes complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and a nightly Manager's Reception. Resort amenities include a heated outdoor pool, six lighted hard-court tennis courts, and a full fitness center. For private events and meetings, Embassy Suites Palm Desert offers more than 9,500 square feet of flexible indoor event space across eight rooms, including a Grand Ballroom accommodating up to 480 guests for reception-style events, configurable salon spaces for smaller gatherings, and a dedicated boardroom for executive meetings. In-house catering and full event services are available for weddings, corporate meetings, banquets, and social celebrations.

• Spaces for 150-1,000 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

Indian Wells Golf Resort is a 36-hole public golf resort set in the Coachella Valley of Southern California, roughly five minutes from Palm Springs International Airport. The resort's 53,000-square-foot clubhouse anchors a campus designed around the Celebrity and Players courses — both ranked among the top public courses in California. The resort hosts weddings, corporate events, galas, and private receptions across an event campus that accommodates gatherings from intimate board meetings to celebrations of 1,000 or more. The signature Pavilion is a 5,700-square-foot glass-walled structure facing the Santa Rosa Mountains, while a 25,000-square-foot outdoor event lawn extends directly from it. Additional spaces on campus include the Celebrity Ballroom, Event Lawn West — situated between the first tees of both courses — and smaller clubhouse rooms. In-house catering is provided by an executive chef team, and the resort offers complimentary LED lighting and climate-controlled facilities throughout. Private golf cart transportation for guests is available, and the resort re-routes golfers upon request for exclusive events.