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  Garden Tuscana Reception Hall

  1940 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85203, USA

  • Spaces for 500 Guests
  • 2 Event Spaces

  Garden Tuscana Reception Hall in Mesa, Arizona, is a garden and ballroom wedding destination. The magical setting provides an elegant atmosphere that you and your guests will never forget. The team takes pleasure in offering exceptional service and makes you their top priority by only allowing one event per day at the venue. The verdant garden of Garden Tuscana Reception Hall provides a beautiful background for reciting your vows during your wedding ceremony. The gazebo, water feature, and twinkle lighting offer the perfect romantic setting. The Garden Tuscana Reception Hall's enormous ballroom can accommodate up to 500 people and is very stunning. Your guests will be able to park on-site and, if necessary, will have wheelchair access. The event venue offers an event planning service to assist you in the run-up to the big day. They'll be there to make sure your day goes smoothly and to support you if you need it. They provide all-inclusive packages for convenience, but they are also flexible and let you to bring in outside suppliers if wanted. Garden Tuscana Reception Hall's staff will set up and clean up your event for you, so you won't have to worry about arriving early or remaining late. To provide you peace of mind, the venue is also covered by liability insurance. Gold Chiavari chairs are offered if your reception is held in the ballroom. The property's get-ready rooms, lighting and sound equipment, china, flatware, glassware, centerpieces, silk flowers, and luxury linens will all be available to you.

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  Jackpot Ranch

  2025 Reservation Loop Rd, Camp Verde, AZ 86322, USA

  • Spaces for 400 Guests

  Jackpot Ranch is an 85-acre private event destination established in 1998 and set along the Verde River in Camp Verde, Arizona — roughly one hour north of Phoenix and minutes from I-17. The property features 750 feet of Verde River frontage, abundant water sources, lush pastures, and panoramic views of the Verde Valley, creating a natural backdrop that distinguishes it from conventional event venues. The ranch accommodates weddings and receptions, corporate retreats, spiritual and youth gatherings, and family celebrations across a collection of distinctive settings: a large covered arena, a gazebo with an adjacent rock fireplace and patio, an outdoor pond area, and open ranch grounds suited for breakout sessions and team-building activities. On-site lodging — including a 14-room Bunkhouse and a 2-bedroom Homestead House — makes Jackpot Ranch a viable destination for multi-day events and overnight retreats. An in-house kitchen and dining area supports catering needs, and the ranch's location within easy reach of Sedona, Flagstaff, and Prescott makes it a natural anchor for destination gatherings in northern Arizona.

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  Grand Elegance at Apache Wells Country Club

  5601 E Hermosa Vista Dr, Mesa, AZ 85215, USA

  • Spaces for 275-500 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Country Club

  Grand Elegance at Apache Wells Country Club brings together a scenic desert Southwest golf course setting and an elegant indoor event center in Mesa, Arizona. Situated at 5601 E Hermosa Vista Drive, the property sits along an 18-hole, par-71 course surrounded by Arizona's desert landscape, offering a distinctive backdrop for weddings and private celebrations. The Apache Wells Event Center accommodates up to 275 guests for indoor receptions and ceremonies, equipped with a 120-inch projection screen for slideshows and video presentations. Outdoor spaces on the golf course grounds provide a picturesque option for ceremonies with sweeping desert views. In addition to weddings, the club hosts corporate gatherings, tournaments, and large private parties. A dedicated Director of Membership, Marketing, and Private Event Sales works with clients on event details including décor, linens, floral arrangements, and entertainment coordination.

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  Arizona Golf Resort

  425 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206, USA

  • Spaces for 1,000 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  The Arizona Golf Resort, Spa & Conference Center is the perfect environment for any occasion or event, from a small and intimate gathering for ten to a large reception for 1000 guests. Guests will be able to host their bridal shower, engagement party, rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony, and celebration in both indoor and outdoor locations. The event planners at the Arizona Golf Resort may put up a wedding ceremony and reception package that includes a rehearsal. We provide elements such as white padded garden seats, a ceremony arch, a water station, and more, ensuring that you have all you need and more on the property. If requested, we may additionally supply table linens, champagne and sparkling cider toasts, a DJ table, a dance floor, and other services to help you celebrate. Allow our professional Event Planners to assist you with every detail from start to finish. We have over 20,000 square feet of indoor function space and 25,000 square feet of outdoor function space, as well as full food and audiovisual services, to ensure that your next event is a perfect success.

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  The Cottage Wedding Venue

  535 S Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85296, USA

  • Spaces for 150 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  The Cottage's Background A delightful wedding and event location in Gilbert, Arizona, Wedding Venue is a charming wedding and event space. This location, which is an enlargement of Zappone's Italian Bistro in the center of historic downtown, provides everything you need under one roof and is loaded with charm. Allow this venue's culinary and events team to elevate your special day and assist you in making your most cherished memories with their amazing range of homemade Italian food, charming country venue, and wedding day packages. Infrastructure and Capacity The Cottage Wedding Venues can handle small intimate gatherings of up to 15 people as well as large lavish affairs of up to 150 people. Its simplistic design, which is only six streets from historic downtown Gilbert, allows you to customize it however you want. A covered patio is the ideal setting for a cocktail hour, while the inviting indoor area allows your guests to relax and enjoy the day with you while being surrounded by your carefully chosen décor. Services that are provided The Cottage Wedding Venue provides a wide range of wedding and event services to make your special day as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. Allow their seasoned event coordinators to assist you with all of the details. From selecting table linens to creating a timetable for your event, their enthusiasm and dedication will be there to guide you through the process. Alternatively, you can build your own package to meet your exact goals and financial constraints by selecting from one of their several all-inclusive packages or by creating your own package from scratch. The following are examples of services: Lighting/sound\sSetup\sCleanup Cuisine provided by third-party providers Because of its restaurant roots, Zappone's in-house catering services are available at The Cottage Wedding Venue. Family-style, plated or buffet meal selections in Italian or American culinary styles are available. Choose from some of your favorite classic or modern dishes from the traditional or modern menu. Create your own custom event menu based on your personal preferences and favorite Italian foods, or choose from one of Zappone's iconic event menus. As an added bonus, the Cottage Wedding Venue provides on-site bar services for your enjoyment and convenience. Various Other Facilities Make yourself comfortable in your own private, comfy bridal suite, which has plenty space and lighting to prepare for your walk down the aisle before the ceremony. With enough space for you and your wedding party, it's the ideal setting for a little bonding and beauty while you're getting ready for the big day. Various Other Services For your engagement or wedding day photoshoot, the Cottage Wedding Venue may also provide a backdrop. You are welcome to bring your own props or choose from their extensive collection, and you are welcome to organize a session at their gorgeous facility.

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  Sanctuary Cove

  8001 N Scenic Dr, Tucson, AZ 85743, USA

  • Spaces for 20-100 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 1 Event Space
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Sanctuary Cove is a desert preserve and event space in the Tucson foothills, situated on private property adjacent to Saguaro National Park West at 8001 North Scenic Drive. Managed by the All Creeds Brotherhood, a religious nonprofit, the property has offered spaces for prayer, meditation, and community gatherings in the Sonoran Desert since 1955. Open to the public 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset, the grounds feature a non-denominational stone chapel, an open-air amphitheater, a meditative labyrinth, and a 1.8-kilometer loop trail. For private events, Sanctuary Cove offers three ceremony and gathering spaces: the hand-built stone Chapel accommodates up to 25 guests for intimate weddings and memorials, the Outdoor Amphitheater hosts larger ceremonies of up to 100 guests, and the renovated adobe brick Guest Cottage accommodates up to 20 for small receptions and day-of preparation. Wedding permits are available for elopements through large celebrations of up to 180 guests, and the venue also hosts memorial services, photography sessions, and workshop gatherings.

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  The Scottsdale Resort At Mccormick

  7700 E McCormick Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, USA

  • Spaces for 1,000-1,050 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  Built with meetings in mind, our expertise is reflected in the layouts and designs of our spaces. Our facilities feature 50 versatile meeting rooms offering you the most appropriate and inspiring setting for your program – from a conference suite for ten, to the dramatic 10,000‐square‐foot Grand Coronado Ballroom.

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  Embassy Suites By Hilton Scottsdale Resort

  5001 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, USA

  • Spaces for 500-1,000 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  Old Town Scottsdale, which includes the Arts District, Entertainment District, riverfront, and Fashion Square, is less than a mile from our resort. Scottsdale Stadium is five minutes distant, and downtown Phoenix is 12 miles away. Our restaurant, two heated outdoor pools, and fitness facility are all available to you. Every day, we offer a free hot breakfast buffet and a complementary evening reception. We have 60,000 square feet of event space available, including the Chaparral Conference Center, which can hold up to 1,400 people. A/V equipment can be rented, as well as full catering services. We have three different packages to choose from, as well as 60,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space. Our professional staff will assist you in selecting menus, audiovisual equipment, floor plans, and aesthetic preferences. A total of 60,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space is available at our location. Floor designs, menus, A/V equipment configuration, and an outdoor pre-function area are all configurable.

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  Ahwatukee Country Club

  12432 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Ahwatukee Golf Club sits on a desert course in the Ahwatukee Foothills neighborhood of south Phoenix, backed by mountain views and mature tree-lined fairways. Designed by Arizona golf legend John Bulla, the 6,713-yard, par 72 layout winds past a scenic pond and towering palms — a setting that extends naturally into event hosting for groups ranging from intimate gatherings of 12 to full outings of 144. The club underwent new ownership in August 2023, bringing with it a completely remodeled clubhouse and a renovated course. The facility hosts tournaments, charity events, and private group outings, supported by on-site amenities including an indoor golf center with state-of-the-art golf simulators. Event inquiries are handled directly through the club's events team.

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  Lake Pleasant Cruises

  8708 W Harbor Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85383, USA

  • Spaces for 120-150 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Boat
  • 1 Waterfront

  Lake Pleasant Cruises operates The Phoenix, a two-deck charter vessel docked at Pleasant Harbor Marina on Lake Pleasant in Peoria, Arizona. The boat's lower deck is enclosed with air conditioning and heat, while the upper deck offers open-air seating beneath a canopy, together accommodating up to 120 guests for private events. The Phoenix is available for private charters seven days a week between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. — closing during July and August — and is suited to weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, family reunions, birthday and anniversary celebrations, celebrations of life, graduations, and team-building gatherings. The vessel is equipped with a full-service bar, two restrooms, a state-of-the-art sound system, and is handicap accessible. Each charter includes the captain, bartender, and deck hand, along with setup and boarding time — providing a self-contained event experience on the water.

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  Encanterra Country Club

  36460 N Encanterra Dr, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140, USA

  • Spaces for 250 Guests
  • 1 Country Club

  Wedding ceremonies and receptions are held at Encanterra Country Club, which is the premier wedding venue in Arizona's southeast valley. In addition to offering spectacular indoor and outdoor spaces for magnificent large celebrations as well as unforgettable intimate ceremonies, Encanterra offers a variety of stunning indoor and outdoor spaces for you to design the wedding of your dreams! Beautiful sunsets and views of the iconic Superstition Mountains can be seen from the wedding venue, which is nestled among a rolling green golf course. We promise you that every member of our team will be empowered to do whatever they can to ensure that your special day is a success. Encanterra also has a variety of spaces available for private meetings, group celebrations, and other events of all kinds. Whether you're planning a gathering for a dozen or a couple hundred of your friends, family, and colleagues, talk to our Events team about how Encanterra might be a good fit for your requirements. Members and non-Members alike can make reservations for events at the club. Encanterra's award-winning venues are ideal for hosting a variety of events and gatherings of all sizes. Luxury interior design is enhanced by picturesque outdoor patios that provide unobstructed views of our meticulously maintained private golf course, as well as the iconic Superstition and San Tan Mountains in the distance.

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  Javelina Leap Vineyard, Winery & Bistro

  1565 N Page Springs Rd, Cornville, AZ 86325, USA

  • Spaces for 50-100 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 Bar
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Javelina Leap Vineyard & Winery is a second-generation, family-owned boutique winery nestled in Page Springs in northern Arizona's Verde Valley, just minutes from Sedona. The property spans 10.25 acres on a south-facing slope of House Mountain — an extinct volcano — at 3,800 feet elevation, and produces award-winning wines made entirely from Arizona-grown grapes. The winery's license was among the first ten issued in the state. Three event spaces accommodate gatherings of 20 to 80 guests. The Arizona Room is an indoor bistro restaurant with rustic farm and winery decor, featuring live music every weekend and available for private events year-round. The Historic Mesquite Park is a shaded outdoor lawn with picnic seating and lawn games, while the Crush Pad is a covered outdoor area with views of the surrounding desert landscape. The venue hosts engagement celebrations, rehearsal dinners, milestone birthdays, and other special gatherings.

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  Wrigleyville West

  860 N Riverview, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA

  • Spaces for 100-700 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  \ Beautiful grounds, luxurious amenities, and unique wedding and reception locations are all available at our beautiful resort. Book your stay today! With indoor and outdoor ceremony sites, a grand ballroom, impeccable food, and a professional wait staff, the Sheraton Mesa provides a plethora of unique options for your wedding celebration.... Two modern ceremony locations are available. Choose from an opulent courtyard or the picturesque On Deck, which offers views of the mountains and the Chicago Cubs Stadium, respectively. Our grand ballroom can accommodate up to 750 guests, but it can also be divided to suit the needs of any wedding party. Arizona's newest hotel and wedding venue, located just minutes from Tempe, South Scottsdale, and the airport, is open for business. Wrigleyville West is a brand new resort that offers high-quality service, impeccable cuisine, and stunning ceremony and reception venues in the heart of the Chicago Cubs' stadium. We can accommodate your ceremony in either our outdoor modern courtyard or our upper deck, which offers spectacular views of the city and surrounding mountains. Our grand ballroom can accommodate wedding receptions with up to 700 guests or small, intimate weddings with only 50 guests. Couples wanting an outdoor reception can have their reception on our upper deck, which can be transformed into a festive yet romantic roof top affair complete with bistro lights and views of the city skyline. The resort's upper deck offers breathtaking views of Riverview Lake, and the modern furnishings throughout the resort make it the ideal location for your wedding reception.

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  Tubac Golf Resort & Spa

  1 Avenida de Otero, Tubac, AZ 85646, USA

  • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 6 Total Spaces

  Tubac Golf Resort & Spa is a historic resort destination in Tubac, Southern Arizona, set on a property that traces its origins to a Spanish land grant from the 1700s. Situated amid the Santa Cruz River Valley with sweeping mountain views, the resort features hacienda-style casitas, a 27-hole golf course, a full-service spa, and on-site dining at the Stables Ranch Grille — all rooted in the legacy of the Otero Ranch, one of Arizona's earliest ranching estates. Six dedicated event spaces accommodate gatherings from intimate 200-guest receptions on the Apache Private Patio to ceremonies and celebrations of up to 300 in the Geronimo Ballroom. Indoor venues feature hand-hewn ceiling beams, large chandeliers, and floor-to-ceiling windows, while outdoor spaces — including the Otero Lawn South and Otero Lawn East — offer open-air settings with mountain and golf course backdrops. Weddings and private events are supported by in-house catering and an on-site spa offering hair, makeup, and styling services. A mission-style chapel with mesquite wood doors adds a distinctive Southwestern character to ceremonies held on the grounds.

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  Weddings at Schnepf Farms

  22601 E Cloud Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Farm

  Three wedding locations are available at Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek, Arizona. The historic and classic appeal of this location sets the tone for your wedding celebration. Our three locations are spread across 300 acres of countryside. A peach orchard, excellent landscaping, enormous shade trees, and a meadow nestled in the pines can all be found on the property. Weddings at Schnepf Farms can be held in one of three different event spaces. The Farmhouse offers 2,200 square feet of space, seating for 200 people, and a rustic yet classy atmosphere. A huge ballroom, grapevine-encrusted gazebos, beautiful greenery, and stylish interiors offer plenty of photo opportunities. The Big Red Barn has a total event space of 7,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 300 people. The rustic ambiance of this barn will appeal to couples looking for an industrial barn wedding. There are tiny dressing rooms, 30-foot ceilings with bistro lighting, and a ceremony in front of a beautiful gazebo in the middle of a peach orchard in this space. The head table will be set in front of a beautiful candle wall. The Meadow is perfect for couples who want a quiet, intimate ceremony in the woods. With wooden seats, a ceremonial arch, and birds chirping all around you, this event location is tucked away in a pine forest, creating an exquisite setting for your big day. This area can also be used as a welcoming area. For you and your guests, the venue will provide huge farm tables with benches. There's also a dressing cabin, a dressing glamping tent, and scenic photo spots at the Meadow. Couples can entertain up to 200 people here. Weddings at Schnepf Farms offers a variety of options to fit the needs of your wedding day, depending on the event venue selected. Six hours of event time, six hours of getting ready/decorating time, and one hour of clean up time are all included in each space.

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  Lodge on the Desert

  306 N Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85711, USA

  • Spaces for 60-200 Guests
  • 3 Hotels
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Lodge on the Desert is a 102-room boutique hotel set on five acres of lush, hacienda-style grounds in Midtown Tucson, Arizona. Framed by native cacti gardens, regal palms, and sweeping views of the Santa Catalina Mountains, the property has long served as a landmark destination for celebrations in the Old Pueblo. Three distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings from intimate rehearsal dinners to outdoor receptions of up to 200 guests. The Palm Lawn offers a manicured grass setting beneath open skies with mountain views as a natural backdrop. The Palm Room is a 1,530-square-foot indoor space with a wall of east-facing windows and French doors opening onto the lawn. The Catalina Room seats up to 60 guests and features north-facing windows with views toward the Palm Lawn and distant mountains. A dedicated catering manager and event captain coordinate ceremony and reception logistics, and the on-site Cielos restaurant offers Southwestern-inspired menus for dining and events. Lodging across 14 separate hacienda-style buildings provides accommodations for out-of-town guests on the same storied grounds.

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  The Venue at Oakmont

  2380 N Oakmont Dr, Flagstaff, AZ 86004, USA

  • Spaces for 300 Guests

  The Venue at Oakmont is a private event and dining destination situated within the Continental Country Club at 2380 N Oakmont Drive in Flagstaff, Arizona. Surrounded by golden pines with sweeping views of the golf course and Mt. Elden, the setting offers a distinctly scenic backdrop for both intimate occasions and large-scale gatherings. Three multi-faceted event spaces come together under one roof, designed to accommodate corporate events, milestone celebrations, and intimate family gatherings alike. An on-site event planning team is available to assist with customization and coordination throughout the planning process. The restaurant side of the property has operated for over a decade, grounding the venue in a tradition of American cuisine and attentive hospitality. The Venue at Oakmont is managed by Plated Projects, a Flagstaff-based hospitality group.

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  Mesa Convention Center

  263 N Center St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA

  • Spaces for 40-1,500 Guests
  • 1 Theater
  • 3 Event Spaces
  • 9 Total Spaces

  The Mesa Convention Center is a full-service event facility located in the heart of downtown Mesa, Arizona and is the premiere conference and meeting facility in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona! The Mesa Convention Center campus is situated on 22 acres of mature parkland, and is comprised of Buildings A, B and C. The facility features 19,000 square feet of exhibit space and an additional 19,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. The fifteen meeting rooms at the Mesa Convention Center offer a wide variety of sizes and configurations, and our experienced and friendly staff is here to assist in making your event a success.

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  Hotel St Michael

  205 W Gurley St, Prescott, AZ 86301, USA

  • Spaces for 10-225 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Meeting Space

  Hotel St. Michael has anchored the corner of historic Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott, Arizona since 1901, rebuilt after the Great Fire of 1900 destroyed much of the block. The hotel's current structure incorporates bricks from that reconstruction and retains its original finely wrought woodwork, art-deco stylings, and the 1925 Otis Traction Elevator — the first elevator installed in Prescott — all overlooking the city's Courthouse Plaza. The property hosts events in an intimate meeting space accommodating up to 10 guests, equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi, a plasma screen TV, and direct projection connection. Three on-site dining and bar venues — Bistro St. Michael, the Lobby Bar, and the Fire & Sword speakeasy — add dining and social options to any gathering. Complimentary on-site parking and a central downtown location within steps of shops, galleries, restaurants, and entertainment round out the offering.

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  University Club Phoenix

  39 E Monte Vista Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

  • Spaces for 250 Guests

  The University Club of Phoenix offers a picturesque garden for events of all kinds. Located in the prestigious historic Alvarado district in mid-town Phoenix, this venue is perfect for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, and more. The University Club offers classic cuisine, expert service, and a charming atmosphere. This beautiful and convenient venue works closely with meeting and event planners to ensure that every detail is taken care of. The University Club of Phoenix is committed to making each and every event a memorable one.

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