Top Virginia Sweet 16 Venues

• Spaces for 75-400 Guests
• 1 Vineyard
• 1 Winery
• 1 Historic Space

Veramar Vineyard is a family-owned winery on more than 100 acres in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, near Berryville and within view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Della and Jim Bogaty purchased the property in the early 1990s and opened the vineyard to the public in 2000; their son Justin joined as chief winemaker in 2001 and has since guided the estate's wines to more than 97 ratings of 85 points or higher from Wine Enthusiast Magazine. The property's tasting room and event space occupy a historic 1948 farm building with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, opening onto a deck and terrace that overlook the vineyard and surrounding mountains. The setting suits intimate weddings for up to 75 guests, with rehearsal dinners for up to 35, as well as private celebrations such as birthdays, anniversaries, and bridal showers for 30 to 75 guests. Corporate groups also gather here for team-building retreats, client appreciation events, and business celebrations, paired with the estate's wines.

• Spaces for 26-150 Guests
• 5 Restaurants

Nestled in the heart of historic Belmont in Charlottesville, The Local Restaurant has served Virginia-inspired cuisine since 2008, drawing on the region's agricultural bounty and working with local purveyors such as Caromont Farm, Double H Farm, Mountain View Farm, and Wayside Produce. The bar features wines, beers, and ciders from Central Virginia producers including Potter's Craft Cider, Devil's Backbone, Barboursville, and King Family Vineyards. For private events, The Local's dedicated events team regularly hosts gatherings of 10 to 200 guests, including corporate events, showers, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, receptions, and post-wedding brunches. Five distinct private spaces are available, each with a custom menu and budget built around the group, from the wood-fired, brick-lined Hearth Room to the stand-alone Opal Lounge across the street, giving planners a range of settings to match the size and tone of the celebration.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Vineyard

The Stable at Bluemont Vineyard is a vineyard wedding venue in Virginia Wine Country, less than an hour from Washington, D.C. Couples exchange vows outdoors against the property's panoramic mountain views, then move into the climate-controlled stable for a reception beneath twinkle lights, with the space accommodating up to 200 guests for seated dinners and dancing. Wedding packages include event planning services and day-of coordination, along with exclusive catering from Savoir Fare Limited, the venue's in-house caterer; outside catering is not permitted. Couples receive exclusive use of The Stable for a nine-hour window on their wedding day, and a whole-house generator keeps the celebration running in the event of a power outage. The property's Stone Cottage offers on-site accommodations for newlyweds after the event.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

The Ritz is a ten-bedroom oceanfront home on Sandfiddler Road in Sandbridge Beach, part of Virginia Beach, directly on the Atlantic. The house is built for large groups, with an elevator connecting its three levels, both an indoor heated pool and an outdoor saltwater pool, a hot tub on the lower deck, and a wraparound deck facing the ocean. Inside, the home offers a theater room with a 92-inch projection screen, a billiards room, and a game room, giving a group plenty of ways to gather beyond the dining table. The custom-built dining tables seat up to 26 guests comfortably, with seating that adapts for smaller parties as well, and the oceanside living room and top-floor library both look directly out over the Atlantic. With ten king and bunk bedrooms spread across three levels, private baths throughout, and a two-dishwasher, two-oven kitchen built for feeding a crowd, The Ritz suits family reunions and multi-generational gatherings looking for an oceanfront home base in Sandbridge Beach.

• Spaces for 450 Guests

Set on a wooded 19th-century estate in Providence Forge, Virginia, The Magnolia Mansion combines historic architecture with a working bed-and-breakfast and event property. The mansion was once the home of a master builder, and its fine craftsmanship carries through the grounds today, from the wrought-iron entrance gates to the covered Grand Pavilion at the heart of the property. Several distinct outdoor spaces give couples options for how a day unfolds: the horseshoe-shaped Crescent Court with its central fountain, the forest-set Belfry with its bell tower and stone walkway, the tree-canopied Courtyard with a golden gazebo, and the bistro-lit Maypole Patio. The Grand Pavilion anchors the property's East and West Lawns for dining and dancing, and the estate accommodates up to 200 guests. The Magnolia Mansion also offers overnight accommodations for up to 18 guests, a pool, a game room, lawn games, multiple bars, and a prep kitchen for outside caterers. Packages range from micro-event options to full weekend rentals, starting at $6,900, and couples are welcome to bring in their own vendors alongside the venue's recommended list.

• Spaces for 260 Guests

Ker Place is a Federal-period Georgian-style mansion in the heart of Onancock, Virginia, built between 1799 and 1803 for merchant farmer John Shepherd Ker and his wife, Agnes Corbin Ker. The Virginia Historic Landmarks Commission has called it the finest and most elaborate Federal mansion on Virginia's Eastern Shore, and the house has been restored to reflect its original 1806 appearance, with period furnishings depicting early 19th-century Eastern Shore plantation life. Today Ker Place serves as headquarters and house museum for the Eastern Shore of Virginia Historical Society, offering a three-floor historic house with gallery space and a Herb & Kitchen Garden established in 2004. The house and grounds are available as a venue for weddings and special events, set in the walkable town of Onancock alongside restaurants, churches, and bed-and-breakfasts. The first floor is ADA accessible, and the property's grounds also display the traditional log canoe Annie C.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Winery

Bleu Frog Vineyards was born out of a perfect storm of timing, dreaming, hard work, and a little bit of luck. The Kernan family spent over 30 years serving in the United States Navy as true advocates for freedom and patriotism, with the intention of one day planting long-term roots of their own. After retiring in 2014, the quest for a farm life began in Loudoun County, where, as luck would have it, the historic White Stone Farm was posted for sale two years later. The undulating hills, rocky environment, and proximity to Leesburg drew the Kernans in as the ideal location. The property alterations were first inspired by grape cultivation and a healthy lifestyle, but the family soon recognized they could provide more to the community, the grape growers, and the wine makers of Northern Virginia. With the help of the harvest gods, they were able to produce their first wine in 2019, and their vision for the land began to grow. Jan's passion and expertise in the French culinary arts, as well as Joe's longtime service as a 'frogman' in the United States Navy SEAL community, inspired the moniker Bleu Frog. The Kernan family is committed to Veterans Affairs and supports a variety of causes that promote Veteran hiring programs as well as groups that provide long-term, ongoing care for Gold Star families. Dogs, animal rescue, good sportsmanship, and true kindness are also important to them. They both have a sharp wit and believe in balancing enthusiasm and hard work with a healthy dose of humility and belly laugh. The Kernans want you to watch their progress as the farm, grapes, and wines mature, to taste the wines, have some laughs, pet the dogs, and learn more about the topics they care about. Cheers! The Kernan Clan

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Rustic, romantic, and straightforward Brenwood Beautiful With a breathtaking setting in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, Brenwood Lake Weddings is the perfect place for your wedding or special event! We are nestled between the Blue Ridge and Massanutten mountains in the Virginia countryside. In addition to a beautiful on-site lake with stunning mountain views, this idyllic setting also includes a spa. Northern Virginia/Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA are both within easy driving distance of our office (about a 2 hour drive). This is the perfect setting for the perfect day Make your wedding day even more beautiful by allowing us to provide you with the perfect setting. Our team will take care of everything else, including providing you with a beautiful lake, mountains, and a venue that will accommodate you and your guests in the most memorable way possible. a little about us Brenwood Lake Weddings is nestled between the Blue Ridge and Massanutten mountains in the heart of the Virginia countryside. We have completed construction and are now ready to accept reservations for our services. This charming two-bedroom (with rustic log queen beds) and one-bath cabin in Stanley, Virginia, located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains, is perfect for a romantic getaway or a family vacation. For a romantic weekend away, honeymoon, or family vacation, this cabin is the ideal location. The Little Al cabin is perfect for just relaxing on the covered front porch rocking in the rocking chairs or star gazing from the hot tub. It is also great for families with children. Enjoy watching a DVD movie or watching satellite television while surrounded by the tranquil ambiance of the electric fireplace. A complete set of furnishings and linens are included at no additional cost in the rental price of the cabin. Enjoy a campfire with the wood that is included at no additional cost. Visit the two-acre pond and try your luck at fishing. You can also enjoy a picnic at the picnic shelter and a swing on the log swings. The play set will be a hit with the kids. It gives us great pleasure to introduce you to the Brenwood Lake Wedding venue, which can accommodate weddings, special events, and family reunions for up to 200 attendees. The following are some of the amenities available at the Brenwood Lake Wedding Venue:

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

INVITATIONS FOR SMALL AND LARGE WEDDINGS The maximum capacity is 100 people. For 48 hours, you will have exclusive access to the property. Accommodations for up to 16 people for two nights are included. The barn and stable, which are enclosed by stone walls, are in use. The Manor and Vineyard Cottage are available for your use. The Silo is being utilized. Sites for outdoor ceremonies and rain-planning areas Massage services are available on-site by appointment only (see below). Spaces for rehearsals, cocktails, and brunch are available both outside and inside. Gardens, historic structures, and panoramic views are all available. dressing rooms with plenty of natural light Parking Wooden fire bowls and logs Dressing suites for taking stunning photographs In the barn, there is air conditioning and a powder room. Kitchen for catering services Horses are kept on the property. Couples frequently complain that their wedding day flew by too quickly, but our couples stay on the property for the entire weekend and leave with the impression that they thoroughly enjoyed their wedding day as well as a relaxing retreat with friends and family members. From the time you arrive at Tranquility Farm on Friday afternoon and check into your private accommodations until the time you depart after Sunday brunch, Tranquility Farm is your romantic getaway for a leisurely experience that allows you to make the most of your wedding celebration and time together.

• Spaces for 50-700 Guests
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 2 Art Galleries

The Torpedo Factory Art Center, which opened its doors in 1974 in an abandoned munitions plant, is home to the nation's largest collection of working artists' open studios all under one roof. This Alexandria landmark has been a fixture on the Potomac Riverfront for nearly 50 years, drawing approximately 500,000 visitors per year to its waterfront location. Find artists actively creating work in a wide variety of media–including painting, ceramics, photography, jewelry, stained glass, fiber, printmaking, and sculpture–in 82 artists’ studios. Observe and ask questions about the creative process as it unfolds. Purchase original work for your own collection. Stop by Target Gallery, the Torpedo Factory Art Center's contemporary exhibition space, to see a regular rotation of compelling and thought-provoking exhibitions that push the boundaries and spark conversations about art and culture. Remember to include the hashtags @torpedofactory and #artsALX in your photos. Also, follow the Torpedo Factory on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube. Follow @targetgallery on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. It is managed by the City of Alexandria as part of the Office of the Arts' family of programs and facilities, which includes the Torpedo Factory Art Center. On social media, you can follow them on Instagram and Twitter. The Office of the Arts is a division of the Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities.

• Spaces for 299 Guests

The Deltaville Maritime Museum & Holly Point Nature Park sits at the confluence of the Piankatank and Rappahannock rivers and the Chesapeake Bay, in a community known as "The Boating Capital of the Chesapeake Bay." Established in 2003 by a group of local volunteers, the museum preserves the maritime heritage of Virginia's lower Chesapeake Bay, with a particular focus on the region's wooden boatbuilding industry dating to the late 1800s. Its exhibits include the John A. Coe Library and archival collections, along with two historic boats, the Explorer and the F.D. Crockett. On the adjoining grounds, the museum's Pavilion offers an indoor and outdoor, year-round space for parties, socials, wedding receptions, dinners, and reunions. Set within the museum's landscaped waterfront property, the Pavilion gives hosts a rustic, nautical backdrop overlooking Jackson Creek for celebrations of all kinds.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Fort Belvoir Golf Club sits just south of Washington, D.C. on two championship 18-hole courses, the Woodlawn and the Gunston, whose original 18 was designed in part by Robert Trent Jones and later expanded to a 36-hole complex by Thomas Ault Clark and Associates. A PGA Class "A" professional staff oversees the grounds, considered among the finest military golf facilities in the world. The club is a natural fit for golf outings and group gatherings, with outing packages starting at $70 per person that include catering, pro shop gift certificates, driving range balls, personalized cart signs and scorecards, a scoreboard, special event markers, and a dedicated registration area. A catering menu covers breakfasts, appetizers and party trays, buffets, and desserts for groups of any occasion. After a round, guests can gather at Niblick's Clubhouse Grill, offering indoor and outdoor seating alongside a full menu of food, cocktails, and a wide selection of domestic, imported, and craft beers, or at the Golf Clubhouse Lounge, which pairs an international beer selection with views over the driving range. The club is fully accessible to individuals with disabilities.

• Spaces for 20-250 Guests
• 4 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space
• 3 Gardens

Set within James Madison University's 125-acre woodland sanctuary in Harrisonburg, Virginia, the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum is a public garden and forested greenspace with 3.5 miles of trails, marking 35 years as a regional landmark. The grounds are free and open to the public from dawn to dusk, 365 days a year, and include features such as a newly renovated labyrinth and an outdoor StoryWalk trail. The arboretum hosts weddings and private events across several distinct settings. The Lawn overlooks a pond with seasonal garden blooms and holds up to 200 guests standing, while the Ernst Tree Terrace offers a more private setting with a seasonal fountain, pergola, and granite table overlooking the lower gardens. The Jurney Stage Garden is nestled among tall trees for smaller, more intimate gatherings, and the Frances Plecker Education Center is the arboretum's only fully indoor, climate-controlled space, equipped with a kitchen, restrooms, and A/V equipment for ceremonies, receptions, or as a dressing area. A picnic pavilion is also available for smaller private gatherings. Catering for events is arranged through JMU Special Events, and an on-site event coordinator helps guide planning from reservation through event day.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Estates
• 2 Total Spaces

Nesselrod on the New is a thirteen-acre estate overlooking the New River in Radford, Virginia, one mile from Radford University. The property dates to 1939, when Dr. Minor Wine Thomas and Grace Nesselrodt built their Colonial Revival home — designed by architect Everett Fauber, who also worked on the Governor's Palace in Williamsburg — using stone salvaged from a decommissioned Radford train station. The family hosted a wedding on the grounds as early as 1954, and Dr. Hal and Dr. Cheryl Gillespie restored the estate and opened it as Nesselrod on the New in 1999. Today the estate offers several distinct event spaces. The Pavilion is a 4,800-square-foot covered outdoor venue seating up to 200 guests, with restrooms, a small stage, and catering facilities. The Gazebo, enclosed by hemlock trees and reached by a straight runway from the historic Thomas House, seats up to 150 for ceremonies, while the Sunken Garden — a natural depression designed by Fauber along the New River — offers an open setting for ceremonies, live music, and receptions. The Thomas House itself holds five guest suites with private bathrooms, a full kitchen, dining room, and living room, along with a stone veranda overlooking the river, giving couples and their families a place to stay on-site before and after the celebration.

• Spaces for 20-350 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

The Spencer-Penn Centre is a renovated community facility in Spencer, Virginia, serving as a gathering place for the local area and standing as a tribute to the volunteer spirit that restored it. Housed in a former school building with wings dating to 1927, 1948, and 1961, the Centre pairs its history with updated event spaces. Two large rooms anchor the venue for weddings, receptions, and other large gatherings. The Lester Banquet Hall, set in the original 1927 wing, keeps its plaster walls, hardwood floors, and painted wood ceiling alongside a stage with professional sound and lighting, and opens onto the Shackelford Courtyard, a garden space with roses and hydrangeas suited to outdoor ceremonies. Alumni Hall, added in 1964, offers a stage, an entry courtyard, and a kitchenette, and hosts everything from weddings and reunions to the Centre's monthly Music Night. Smaller rooms, including individual classrooms and the George Burton Conference Room, accommodate meetings, classes, showers, and family celebrations, while the Virginia Rodgers Kitchen, a Health Department-certified commercial kitchen, is available to caterers and food entrepreneurs. All rental spaces are handicapped accessible, include Wi-Fi and sound if requested, and are lit by large windows throughout.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

This 12 bedroom, oceanfront home is a nice place to getaway to for a birthday party or get together. It is bound to be a great weekend after spending time poolside with drinks and friends. Additionally, the home provides spectacular views of the ocean and sunset in the evening making it an ideal spot for photos. If you are looking for a fun, relaxing, and affordable weekend away, then this is the place for you. There are plenty of activities walking distance from the home, like a backyard pool and the beach. The whole family is bound to be entertained here.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

INCORPORATION Mrs. Anne C. Dulany and Mr. H. Rozier Dulany, Jr., the owners of the Buchanan Hall property at the time, made the decision to transfer the land and building to a nonprofit organization that would continue to play a vital part in the life of the town in the early 1930s. Towards this end, they and others came together on May 25, 1933, to form a 501(c)3 charity organization known simply as "Buchanan Hall" in memory of General Buchanan's construction of the facility and his gift of its use to the community. According to the founding documents, the Buchanan Hall nonprofit corporation would own and operate the building as Upperville's community center, noting that it was established "to hold meetings of a civic, patriotic, social, religious, educational, and charitable nature." The Buchanan Hall nonprofit corporation was established "to hold meetings of a civic, patriotic, social, religious, educational, and charitable nature," according to the founding documents. The initial trustees named to the board were Mrs. Anne C. Dulany, president; Mr. H. Rozier Dulany, Jr., secretary; and Mr. A. Cook Reid, trustee, all of whom were appointed on that date. On June 9, 1933, the Dulanys kindly donated the Buchanan Hall property and building to the newly formed nonprofit organization, bringing their vision to fruition. Since then, Buchanan Hall has served as the focal point for social, cultural, and civic events in Upperville, and it is beloved by both the locals and visitors from all over the world who visit. 1942 Buchanan Hall was determined to be in need of repair in 1942 after an inspection of the building's structure. It was decided to form a new trustee committee, which included Mrs. Paul Mellon as Chairman, Lieut. Walter J. Williams as Vice Chairman, Rozier Dulany as secretary, and Mrs. Joseph G. Gibson as treasurer, with Mrs. Paul Mellon serving as Chairman. Mrs. William G. Fletcher and Mrs. Thomas Glascock were also on the committee, which met once a month. The renovation of the building proceeded as planned, with funds raised through private contributions solicited by the committee's members. Upon completion, an item titled "Upperville's Latest Community Project is Brought to a Close" ran in the Fauquier Times-Democrat on November 5, 1942, with the headline "Upperville's Latest Community Project is Brought to a Close." According to the report, "the building will be available for use by churches, humanitarian organizations, the Red Cross, and the Boy Scouts at no cost." For dances and private gatherings, there will be a little cost levied. Additionally, in the event that Washington is evacuated, the hall will be required for hospital or canteen operations."

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

The perfect rustic chic wedding venue in Loudoun County, Virginia, has been transformed from a beautiful 1840's home and barn nestled at the foot of Catoctin Mountain in the Potomac River valley, just an hour from the Capital Beltway, into the perfect rustic chic wedding venue. Faith Like A Mustard Seed Farm is a wedding venue in Lucketts, Virginia that specializes in organic weddings. The breathtaking views from the 1840's home and barn serve as the perfect backdrop for your ceremony and reception, and are available for rental. FLAMS is the ideal rustic chic wedding venue, offering a variety of ceremony and reception locations, as well as designated cocktail hour and reception areas. There are three different ceremony locations on the property: the pond by the willow trees, the backyard, and the inside of the barn (for a more intimate ceremony experience). The barn comfortably accommodates 150 people and is fully equipped with lighting, décor, furniture, a built-in bar, and a DJ stage, among other amenities. Tables, chairs, and place settings are all available in a variety of configurations, giving you the freedom to create a truly unique wedding. There are three different ceremony locations on the property: the pond by the willow trees, the backyard, and the inside of the barn (for a more intimate ceremony experience). The barn comfortably accommodates 150 people and is fully equipped with lighting, décor, furniture, a built-in bar, and a DJ stage, among other amenities. Tables, chairs, and place settings are all available in a variety of configurations, giving you the freedom to create a truly unique wedding.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space

Lyon Park Community Center occupies a community house built in 1925 and fully renovated in 2015, blending historic charm with modern convenience on three acres of privately-owned parkland in Arlington, Virginia. The building's light-filled, elegant interior sits amid mature trees and a children's play area, giving the surrounding grounds a touch of rural ambience just minutes from Washington, D.C. The center's single reception hall spans over 4,000 square feet and seats up to 150 guests, making it suited to weddings, parties, memorial services, meetings, and recitals alike. A separate upstairs room offers space for wedding-party preparation, while an open floor plan with large windows and a pull-down projection screen supports everything from dance floors and DJ setups to corporate presentations and training sessions. Two kitchens - a galley kitchen for beverages and appetizers and a full state-of-the-art kitchen for meal preparation - support catering for events of any size. The venue is fully accessible, with ADA-compliant restrooms, ample unrestricted on-street parking, and a location within walking distance of Metro and Metrobus service. In warmer months, the three-acre park accommodates tented outdoor celebrations alongside the indoor hall.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Country Clubs

The Waterfront Country Club is the oldest private club at Smith Mountain Lake, opening in 1981 from a concept first envisioned in 1977. Its championship 18-hole golf course was designed by George Dillon, formerly of the Fazio Design Group, and sits across 750 acres with 8.5 miles of shoreline along the lake and the Blue Ridge Mountains; a 2021 restoration converted the fairways to Zeon Zoysia grass. For weddings, the club hosts intimate ceremonies to grand receptions for up to 200 guests, with lake and course views as a backdrop and both indoor and outdoor ceremony options. A dedicated event coordinator works alongside the club's professional management staff and Executive Chef from initial planning through day-of details, offering seated dining, buffets, or custom menus. The club's culinary program is anchored by The Gangplank, its signature dining room with panoramic views of the course and lake, and by private VIP rooms suited to corporate dinners, milestone celebrations, and other private events with bespoke menus from the Executive Chef. The Waterfront is about 45 minutes from Roanoke Regional Airport.