Top Virginia Wedding Event Spaces

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

Lydia Mountain Lodge & Log Cabin is a mountain retreat in Stanardsville, Virginia, set along the Blue Ridge Mountains with views from its lodge, event venues, and surrounding cabins. The property traces its history to land tied to a Civil War-era family, later purchased by Bruce Shifflett, who built it into today's collection of cabins, a 20-room lodge, and wedding venues. The lodge anchors the property with 20 individually themed guest rooms, each offering mountain views, alongside dozens of surrounding cabins available for lodging. On-site, Bearrr Appetit Restaurant serves American fusion cuisine with a modern rustic feel and provides in-house catering for events. For weddings and private events, Lydia Mountain offers several distinct venues, including the Lodge Event Hall, Lydia Pavilion, and Lydia's Barn at Evermore Farm, each set against the surrounding mountain scenery. The venues have hosted weddings, corporate events, family reunions, church functions, and parties of varying sizes, with a dedicated venue coordinator assisting with planning.

• Spaces for 216 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Ridge Team's Message to the Public: Because of the coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19), we understand that traveling or attending special events can be fraught with uncertainty and caution. As a result, we want you to know that your health and the health of our employees are our top priorities. We have upgraded our sanitization methods and food service procedures to be more strategic and robust in nature. We continue to welcome guests and will do everything in our power to accommodate special requests that will make you and your family feel safe and supported while staying with us. Examples include using contactless check-in and declining housekeeping services while on vacation (no personnel will enter your cabin without request). Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns at (540) 582-6263. Stevenson Ridge is an 87-acre historical property in rural Spotsylvania County that serves as a premier special events venue as well as a lodging facility with restored antique structures. The Inn is comprised of nine private cottages dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries, ranging in size from one to two bedrooms. Our premier event facility, The Lodge, is 12,000 square feet and is the centerpiece of Stevenson Ridge's event space offerings. Whether you're looking for the ideal location for your wedding, holiday party, or corporate event, we have what you need... Stevenson Ridge offers a one-of-a-kind venue that will meet all of your event requirements! We are only a short drive from historic Downtown Fredericksburg, Lake Anna, and all of the major Civil War battlefields in the area, including Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, the Wilderness, and Spotsylvania. Stevenson Ridge is located in the heart of Fredericksburg, Virginia. Stevenson Ridge is also home to some of the best-preserved Civil War trenches in private ownership, according to the National Park Service. Visitors are welcome to tour these fascinating trenches, fish in our on-site pond, or simply stroll through one of our wooded paths while they are here. Call (540)582-6263 or email info@stevensonridge.com to inquire about availability or to make a reservation for one of our private cottages, or enter your dates in the Check Availability tab at the top of this page. Additional photos of our cottages can be found in the Photo Gallery section. Take a look at our packages and promotions!

• Spaces for 25-400 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

Long Branch Historic House and Farm is a circa-1811 manor house set on 400 acres of Virginia countryside in Boyce, at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Clarke County — about an hour and a half from Washington, D.C. and fifteen minutes from Berryville and Winchester. The nonprofit property doubles as a working horse retirement farm, and its gardens, lawns, and historic rooms are used for weddings, private parties, and community gatherings throughout the year. For ceremonies, couples can choose between the Sheila Macqueen Garden, which accommodates around 125 guests, or the more intimate Rose Garden, which holds about 25. Indoors, the mansion's East Gallery seats up to 75 for a smaller wedding or reception, with a 40-by-100-foot tent pad available on the grounds for larger seated events. A Bridal Suite with its own dressing room and bathroom, along with a Groom's "Tack Room," give wedding parties dedicated space to prepare before the ceremony. Long Branch hosts a limited number of weddings each year, capped at 150 guests, and gives couples flexibility to bring their own licensed caterers and vendors. The property also opens its mansion and grounds for private events, corporate meetings, and family gatherings, supported by a catering kitchen, ample parking, and views across the farm's pastures to the mountains beyond.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Ballroom

Set within a private gated community in Haymarket, Virginia, Dominion Valley Country Club features a signature Arnold Palmer course and a stately Georgian-style clubhouse. The property’s elegant ballroom, outdoor terrace, and manicured greens make it ideal for weddings and upscale events. Guests enjoy personalized service and a picturesque backdrop framed by the Blue Ridge Mountains.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Inn At The Old Silk Mill is located in the heart of Fredericksburg's historic downtown. The Inn, which was built in the 1930s, was one of the largest motor lodges on the east coast at the time. The Inn exudes a relaxed elegance that is infused with a sense of nostalgia for a bygone period. There are 27 antique-appointed bed and breakfast rooms, each with its own private bath, making the Inn an excellent choice for a romantic weekend away, wedding reception, corporate retreat, or any other occasion. In total, there are 27 antique-decorated bed and breakfast rooms, each with its own private bath. A warm greeting awaits guests in the foyer, which features a magnificent staircase and chandelier (which is thought to have formerly belonged to the George Mason family). It also serves as a fantastic photo opportunity. During the winter months, our guests can warm themselves by the fireplace in the lobby, which also includes a parlor area with a player piano, coffee, tea, and cookies for their enjoyment. During the warmer months, the Courtyard, which is located between the Inn and the Mill, is a wonderful area to sit and unwind. Enjoy a glass of wine or a cup of coffee in our on-site Copper Shop, where our local coppersmith, Al Green, handcrafts his popular and patented "Fredericksburg Lantern," which can be purchased. Every day, a hot, freshly prepared continental breakfast is provided at no charge. The courtyard, which is straight out the back doors of the Inn and leads to the Silk Mill, is a great place for outdoor seating. The Inn is an ideal location for romantic vacations, girls weekends, family or military reunions, church and business retreats, and even a small private wedding ceremony and reception.

• Spaces for 300-350 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Vineyard
• 1 Winery

The Upper Shirley Vineyards incorporate a distinctive estate, winery, restaurant and wedding venue with the most beautiful of views, including the most scenic bends on the James River in Virginia. This gorgeous venue that is Upper Shirley Vineyards provides the perfect backdrop for any event, whether it be a wedding, corporate event, business meeting, or rehearsal dinner. The Upper Shirley Vineyards estate has an extensive history with many culinary riches, allowing guests to indulge in bottomland produce, fresh caught seafood, and world class wines grown from the estates own grapes. In addition, couples may have their wedding ceremony on a waterfront ceremony lawn at Upper Shirley Vineyards, providing the most intimate and romantic of settings. Located just 30 minutes from Richmond, Upper Shirley Vineyards will be a beautiful and convenient location for your next private event. Allow your guests to enjoy all that Upper Shirley Vineyards has to offer, including breathtaking vineyard views, delicious food and wine, and an ambiance they won't soon forget.

• Spaces for 80-150 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Hotels

Housed in a converted turn-of-the-century shoe factory in downtown Lynchburg, Virginia, along the James River, the Craddock Terry Hotel and Event Center pairs original brick warehouse architecture with a chic modern interior, along with artifacts from the Craddock-Terry Shoe Corporation's history displayed throughout the property. The hotel offers roughly 4,000 square feet of flexible event space for weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, and social gatherings. Granite Hall, at 2,184 square feet, seats up to 150 guests, while the 1,349-square-foot Riverside Foyer accommodates up to 80. Shoemaker's Restaurant adds a boardroom and three private dining rooms for smaller gatherings. Full-service event planning, onsite catering, and decor arrangements are handled in-house, and the hotel's downtown location gives out-of-town guests convenient access to overnight accommodations, including group room block rates.

• Spaces for 36-1,308 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Outdoor
• 6 Total Spaces

Located at Town Center in Virginia Beach, the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts opened in November 2007 following six years of planning by the Virginia Beach City Council, which set out to replace the aging 1,000-seat Pavilion Theatre with a larger cultural facility. The center serves as a home for regional and community performing arts organizations and hosts concerts, jazz performances, and theatrical productions throughout the year. Beyond its 1,308-seat main Performance Hall, the center offers several spaces for private events, meetings, and banquets. The Miller Studio Theatre is a 2,200-square-foot rehearsal hall with a sprung floor and ballet bars that converts for cocktail receptions, seated dinners, or theatre-style gatherings. The Bill and Anne Wood Founders Room pairs wood interiors with a private terrace overlooking Town Center, while the center's three marble lobbies, connected by dual staircases and lit by chandeliers, can be rented individually or together for receptions. Two classrooms accommodate smaller meetings, and an 18,000-square-foot outdoor plaza has hosted concerts, weddings, and fundraisers. The center provides a list of preferred caterers for events and offers more than 3,000 free parking spaces with ADA-accessible parking in each lot.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

One of the most memorable days of your life will be the day you make a commitment to your significant other. Make sure everything goes according to plan by holding it at our magical wedding venue in Lovettsville, Virginia. Our historic farm, which is both rustic and elegant, provides the ideal setting for a beautiful commitment ceremony and reception. We guarantee that when your guests arrive at our venue for your event, they will be pleasantly surprised. Today is the day to schedule an appointment with us to begin planning your dream wedding weekend or day! Features: We at WeatherLea Farm & Vineyard take great pleasure in assisting couples in their wedding planning. There are a variety of fantastic features at our location that will make your outdoor wedding ceremony a truly memorable occasion. WeatherLea Farm & Vineyard is located right on our farm and provides a warm, personal touch to couples looking for a one-of-a-kind wedding experience. This rustic wedding venue in Lovettsville, Virginia, is only 50 miles from Washington, D.C. and is the ideal location for a rustic wedding. We can accommodate weddings from the beginning of May to the middle of October. In order for our clients to enjoy a stress-free time of preparation and decoration, the actual event, and the following-day removal of all decorations and personal effects, we only accept up to 20 weddings per season, with no more than one wedding taking place on any given weekend. It is best to book at least six months in advance, though we can sometimes accommodate last-minute reservations due to cancellations. As an added bonus, we encourage our guests to take advantage of our bed and breakfast cottages. Please contact us to schedule a tour and consultation!

• Spaces for 20-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

Set on 42 acres in Virginia's Piedmont wine country, The Inn at Willow Grove centers on a manor house built in 1778 by surveyor Joseph Clark and later expanded with brick additions and Jeffersonian columns by craftsmen who also worked for Thomas Jefferson. The estate carries a Civil War history, with trenches and gun emplacements once dug near the house and a cannonball still lodged in its eaves. Discovered by owner David Scibal in 2008 and renovated over two years, the property today blends historic preservation with an urban-meets-rustic aesthetic across 25 individually designed rooms and suites. For weddings and private events, the estate offers 6,400 square feet of combined indoor-outdoor space across The Barn, with its reclaimed wood ceilings, Palladian windows, and stone fireplace, and the adjoining open-air Ruins, framed by rebuilt stone foundations and covered by a custom tent with string lighting. The Hall offers a more intimate setting bathed in natural light for smaller seated dinners, while the Chef's Table provides a garden-level private dining room in the Manor House for up to 20 guests. Guests round out a stay with treatments at the Mill House Spa and seasonal dining at the Forbes Travel Guide four-star-rated Vintage Restaurant.

• Spaces for 200-230 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space

Crooked River is a 200-plus-acre estate in Hiltons, Virginia, combining rolling farmland with valley and mountain views. The property is built around a circa-1823 grist mill, now the estate's main reception space, where 17-foot doors flanked by old-world stonework, chandeliers, and a towering stone fireplace give the room an Old World, European-countryside character. Large windows frame the surrounding mountains, and the space is climate-controlled with both indoor and outdoor fireplaces and a fire pit, seating up to 200 guests. Couples getting ready can use the Tobacco Barn, a converted cottage with a bridal suite on the upper floor and a groom's lounge below, along with a full kitchen, bar, and outdoor gathering areas. Outdoors, the estate offers three to four distinct ceremony locations, including the Seventh Shoal along the river and a tree-lined spot known as the Grove, giving couples a choice of natural backdrops for their vows before moving guests into the Grist Mill for the reception. Crooked River books a limited number of weddings and offers single-day, two-day rehearsal-retreat, and fully customizable all-inclusive packages, with parking and shuttle service between the ceremony sites and reception venue included.

• Spaces for 12-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Total Spaces

Hilton Garden Inn Virginia Beach Oceanfront sits directly on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, with the beach and sand just beyond its back patio. Private balconies throughout the hotel look out over the ocean and the activity along the boardwalk, and the hotel is a short ten-minute drive from the Virginia Beach Convention Center. The hotel's event space centers on the Nautilus Ballroom, a 3,120-square-foot room that can host a gala or banquet for guests, alongside an adjoining pre-function foyer and the oceanfront Nautilus Balcony, a cocktail-reception space with on-site catering and A/V equipment. In total, the hotel offers 5,758 square feet of meeting and event space across three meeting rooms, making it suited to everything from conferences to wedding receptions. Two oceanfront restaurants round out the property: the Garden Grille serves freshly prepared breakfast with ocean views, while Lager Heads offers indoor and outdoor seating along with fire pits and live entertainment in season. Guests can also relax in the hotel's indoor and outdoor pools and fitness center.

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Waterfront

Perched on a scenic bluff overlooking the marina, the Queens Lake Clubhouse offers one of the most picturesque views in Williamsburg. Built in 1980 to showcase the beauty of Queens Creek, it sits in a peaceful setting where guests can take in ospreys, eagles, and herons along the water. The clubhouse comfortably seats about 75 guests, or 100 standing, with a patio that opens directly to the creek — a natural spot for a ceremony or cocktail hour before moving inside. The main room includes a fully equipped kitchen, tables and chairs, a large-screen TV for slideshows, and a sound system with microphones for music or speakers, making it a practical fit for weddings, showers, and private celebrations alike. Freshly updated with new colors and carpeting, the clubhouse combines comfort and charm, offering a welcoming waterside space to celebrate and mark milestones with family and friends. It is available to rent by Queens Lake Community Association members and non-residents alike.

• Spaces for 600-5,000 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Museums
• 1 Outdoor

The Military Aviation Museum sits on a private grass airfield in Virginia Beach, home to one of the world's largest collections of flying vintage military aircraft from the WWI and WWII eras. Originally the private collection of Virginia Beach businessman Gerald Yagen, the museum opened to the public in 2008 and today welcomes more than 85,000 visitors a year to see warbirds maintained in operational, flying condition rather than kept as static displays. The campus blends museum galleries with authentic historic structures relocated from overseas, including the Goxhill Watch Office, a former U.S. 8th Air Force control tower from England, and Halle 6 Cottbus, a German airfield hangar that still bears battle damage from 1945. Two 15,000-square-foot hangars, each accommodating up to 600 guests, offer climate-controlled indoor space for weddings, corporate events, and holiday parties, while the historic WWI Hangar and the open museum grounds provide rustic and outdoor alternatives for events as large as 5,000 with tents and staging. The museum can also add a private aircraft demonstration to an event rental, giving guests a warbird flyover as part of their evening.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

James Monroe's Highland is the historic Albemarle County home of the fifth U.S. President, set in the Virginia hills near Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's estate. Construction on the property began in 1797, and the main house Monroe and his family occupied was completed in 1799; an 1818 guesthouse still stands today. Now owned and operated by the College of William & Mary, Monroe's alma mater, Highland operates as a museum dedicated to sharing the full history of the site, including the stories of the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and worked there. With more than 30 years of experience hosting private events, Highland offers indoor and outdoor spaces for meetings, conferences, retreats, and family gatherings, including the Event Barn and the Hilltop Pavilion, the latter offering panoramic mountain views. The grounds also include rustic trails and yard spaces available for outdoor gatherings. Guests can add a guided history walk or one of Highland's educational programs, delivered by the Highland team, to deepen an event with the site's history.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Farm

CornerStone Farm is a 92-acre working farm and event venue in Red Oak, Virginia, land that has been farmed for more than 100 years. Ward and Barb Halligan founded the farm in 2001 after leaving corporate careers at AT&T-Bell Labs, and it now operates as a breeding farm for rare and exhibition-quality Nigerian Dwarf goats and poultry alongside its bed & breakfast inn and event venue, Cherith Hall. Cherith Hall hosts weddings, anniversary parties, birthdays, business events, reunions, and showers, accommodating up to 100 guests indoors and up to 200 guests when the adjoining outdoor space is included. Packages range from elopements and do-it-yourself weddings to complete wedding packages, with catering, hors d'oeuvres receptions, and equipment and floral rental options available. Set among pastures, a one-acre pond, and restored farm structures, CornerStone Farm pairs its rustic, country setting with the Halligans' hospitality, giving guests a tranquil backdrop for celebrations as well as overnight stays at the on-site bed & breakfast.

• Spaces for 25-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Total Spaces

The Greencroft Club occupies a historic early-1900s residence at the edge of Ivy in Charlottesville's Albemarle County, where original oak wide-plank floors, thick plaster walls, and a stone facade recall the building's decades as a private home. The club traces its own history to 1964 and the Boar's Head Club, relocating in 1972 to the former Greencroft Farm site it occupies today on 14 acres. Though a private club, The Greencroft Club opens its doors to non-members for wedding-related events, offering several rooms with crown molding, tray ceilings, stone fireplaces, and chandeliers. Its flexible spaces accommodate groups of 10 to 225 guests for rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, luncheons, business meetings, and holiday parties, with an events coordinator on hand to help plan the space, menu, and services for each event. Beyond its event spaces, the club offers a swimming pool, eight dedicated pickleball courts, platform tennis, and a Padel court. The Greencroft Club has been recognized by The Daily Progress Readers' Choice Awards as Favorite Wedding Venue and Best Country Club in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Ballroom

Located in the rolling hills of Centreville, Chantilly National Golf & Country Club combines traditional charm with contemporary amenities. The championship course and elegant clubhouse provide a serene escape just outside Washington, D.C. From intimate weddings to corporate receptions, the property’s manicured grounds and welcoming staff create a setting of timeless elegance.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

THE GARDEN BRINGS PEOPLE, IDEAS, AND ARTS TOGETHER. READY TO BE INSPIRED? WHETHER YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO HOST YOUR NEXT PARTY, HOST A MEETING, LEARN HOW TO MIG WELD A WINE RACK, OR SEE A SHOW, THE GARDEN WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH A COMPLETELY UNIQUE EXPERIENCE. Our rustic and industrial-chic event space has a total floor area of 2,600 square feet and can accommodate up to 200 people comfortably. Intimate gatherings such as team meetings, corporate events, presentations and celebrations (as well as weddings) are ideal in this venue. Don't forget about our community events, such as Growing Pride, and our Wine & Welding night, which is the ultimate date night. It is our primary concern that you have a positive experience when you choose us to host your wedding. Our newly remodeled terrace is the ideal setting for family photos and socially distant events. Your guests will be able to party hard while still being able to come home securely because your venue is conveniently positioned a block away from the Van Dorn Metro Station. Your guests will always be able to find a parking spot thanks to ample parking. Outside catering and alcohol are permitted, so feel free to eat, drink, and have a good time in your own way. Live bands, DJs, and even Spotify playlists can all be played through our comprehensive sound system. So, if this sounds like the perfect setting for your event, contact us immediately to schedule a visit and to begin organizing your event with us. It would be an honor for us to be the venue for your event. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

• Spaces for 6-400 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Ballroom
• 5 Meeting Spaces

The William & Mary Alumni House sits in downtown Williamsburg, Virginia, on the William & Mary campus, blending modern construction with colonial-style architectural touches. Winding brick pathways connect a walled garden and courtyards to the roughly 54,000-square-foot building, giving the property considerable outdoor character alongside its indoor rooms. Event spaces can be combined in different configurations, from the 5,579-square-foot Hunter Hall Grand Ballroom, which seats 250 for dinner or holds 400 for a theater-style gathering, to smaller rooms like the Chandler Room and Pollard Room, suited to intimate meetings or wedding-day preparations. Outdoors, Clarke Plaza and the Walled Garden host ceremonies and cocktail hours, while the newly renovated Ukrop Terrace offers an open-air rooftop-style space for gatherings. The Alumni House hosts weddings, engagement celebrations, rehearsal dinners, business meetings, and conferences. Wedding packages include ceremony chairs, gold chiavari seating, round tables, a 21-by-21-foot dance floor, mobile bars, and AV equipment with wireless microphones, along with dedicated getting-ready rooms available six hours before the event. An on-site catering kitchen and in-house event support round out the offering.