There are few wedding backdrops more romantic than a vineyard - rows of vines, golden hour light, and the winery's own labels poured at every table. Across the US, wineries and vineyards open their estates for ceremonies and receptions, and our catalog includes 36 wineries known for hosting weddings. Use the guides below to find winery wedding venues by region, and learn what to expect on cost, timing, and booking.
Winery Wedding Venues by Region
- Santa Cruz Mountains - 9 wedding venues
- Napa Valley - 7 wedding venues
- Texas Hill Country - 5 wedding venues
- Minnesota - 3 venues incl. Ann River Winery, Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery, Crow River Winery
- Bay Area - 2 venues incl. Big Dog Vineyards, Mission Peak Wine
- Temecula Valley - 2 venues incl. Churon Winery, Miramonte Winery
- Livermore Valley - 2 venues incl. Elliston Vineyards, Nella Terra Cellars
- Sonoma County - 2 venues incl. Paradise Ridge Winery, Ridge Vineyards
What a Vineyard Wedding Is Like
Wine country weddings swap ballrooms for open-air estates: vows among the vines, receptions on garden terraces or in barrel rooms, and estate wine on every table. Most venues offer both indoor and outdoor options, on-site or preferred catering, and event coordinators who know the property inside out. Capacity ranges from intimate elopements to several hundred guests.
Cost, Timing & Booking
Vineyard wedding costs vary widely - premium estates command high site fees while smaller family wineries can be more budget-friendly. Peak season runs late spring through harvest, the most beautiful and busiest window; off-season and weekday dates mean better availability and pricing. Popular venues book 12 to 18 months out, so start early and compare several at once.
Plan the Whole Weekend
A wine country wedding is a whole getaway. Sort out lodging with our wineries you can stay at guide, find the prettiest settings in the most scenic wineries guide, and browse every winery on the winery browser.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get married at a winery?
Yes - many wineries and vineyards host weddings, from intimate ceremonies among the vines to full receptions on garden terraces or in barrel rooms. Venues offer varying capacity, catering policies, and packages, so contact each winery's events team for details.
How much does a winery wedding cost?
Winery wedding costs vary widely by venue, guest count, and season. Site fees can range from a few thousand dollars at small family wineries to well into five figures at premium estates, before catering and rentals. Peak season is the most expensive.
How far in advance should I book a vineyard wedding?
Popular vineyard venues book 12 to 18 months ahead for peak-season dates. Start early, and reach out to several venues at once to compare capacity, catering rules, and pricing.
Wedding venue availability, capacity, and pricing vary by winery and change often. Always confirm details directly with the winery's events team.