You have found the man that occupies your heart, and now your mind is occupied by thoughts of wedding planning. Perhaps a sprawling event space in the great outdoors, surrounded by gorgeous natural landscapes, is your style. Maybe you are imagining an intimate ceremony by the seaside, toes in the sand, and wind in your perfectly-coiffed ‘do. Or possibly, you are a fan of the city life and are enticed by the metropolitan hubs of historic and modern architecture. Finding the right wedding venue for you comes down to personal style, season and budget. From historic mansions to rustic farms, here are the most captivating spots to tie the knot in any style. However you plan to spend this special day, the best wedding venues will ensure that you have a great place to celebrate in style.

RUSTIC

The A&E Farm
College Grove, Tennessee
Intimate wedding ceremonies are a specialty at The A&E Farm. With a 35-guest maximum, they offer an all-inclusive package - and no detail is overlooked. The exclusive sunset weddings are romantic, intimate and exquisitely organized. Stay on the farm with family and friends for a few days prior or afterwards, as the farmhouse and grounds doubles as a home away from home. The farm can host families and friends, bride, groom, and maids of honor; and everyone can relax while preparing for the big day together! Enjoy taking the perfect wedding photos around this immaculate 10-acre property.
theaefarm.com

Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
North Garden, Virginia
With panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this boutique winery serves fresh-from-the-vine wine and a locally sourced menu prepared by the in-house culinary team. Expansive indoor and outdoor event spaces include the barn-inspired, 3,600-square-foot, main event Granary; Ceremony Lawn, with beautiful sunset views; a stone veranda terrace and courtyard; and the winery’s tasting room. Brides prepare for their walk down the aisle in the Bridal Loft, while groomsmen relax pre-ceremony in the grotto of the Pippin Hill Wine Cellar.
pippinhillfarm.com
 
Overlook Barn
Banner Elk, North Carolina
This traditional-looking whitewashed barn offers breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Between the 6,500-square-foot Overlook Barn and the multiple-acre meadow adjacent to the barn, the property offers brides and grooms the flexibility to have the rustic wedding of their dreams.
overlookbarn.com
 

URBAN

The Chicory
New Orleans, Louisiana
Steps from New Orleans’s French Quarter, stands The Chicory. Located in the Warehouse District, a short walk from the Downtown hotels, it was originally a coffee warehouse beginning in 1852 (“chicory” is a common ingredient in NOLA-style java). The 25,000-square-foot building now serves as an event space with Big Easy flair. The property’s chef, dishes out twists on Cajun staples, such as crawfish pies, Andouille sausage puffs, and boudin-stuffed pork loin. The maximum capacity for this urban warehouse is a lofty 400.
chicoryvenue.com

The Bottle Factory
Monroe, North Carolina
Forget the Champagne celebration; instead, pop a bottle of Coke at The Bottle Factory, which dates back to the Prohibition era. The 10,000-square-foot space maintains three distinct spaces fit for a reception: Priscilla’s Rose Garden, the Duke ballroom, and the Coca-Cola ballroom. The brick walls are a blank canvas allowing you to add custom decoration, and it will suit any style.
bottlefactoryvenue.com

OPULENT

The Bourbon Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Location, location, location. Nestled in the heart of the French Quarter between Bourbon and Royal streets, this boutique hotel is home to the oldest ballroom in New Orleans. With opulent crystal chandeliers, a balcony that overlooks the St. Louis Cathedral and the finest seafood from the Gulf, this Crescent City favorite is sure to let the good times roll. If you want to roll out the red carpet and go overboard, this is the location to do it.
bourbonorleans.com
 
The Fox Theatre
Atlanta, Georgia
Picture your name in lights on its iconic marquee for a wedding that epitomizes Old Hollywood glamour. Walk the red carpet in the former 1930s movie palace, which features an opulent Egyptian Ballroom. Moroccan tiles, mosaics and antique stained glass combine to create a rich Arabian atmosphere. The Grand Salon includes the use of a beautiful outdoor Terrace that is a unique rooftop space where guests can enjoy a breath of fresh air and Midtown view. Adjacent to the Grand Salon is the famous Egyptian Ballroom. Step back in time to the luxurious majesty of the Egyptian Pharaohs. The Egyptian Ballroom is lavishly decorated with sweeping columns and ornamentation creating the perfect setting for your event.
foxtheatre.org
 

NATURAL

The North Carolina Arboretum
Asheville, North Carolina
These picturesque gardens are located in what is considered the most beautiful city in the country: Asheville. The Arboretum features indoor and outdoor facilities suitable for various sizes and styled wedding themes. Elegantly designed and lush cultivated gardens are available venues for ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions. Here, couples will follow green initiatives for their wedding and pledge to practice environmentally conscious planning, all with the help of an amazing team.
ncarboretum.org

Cheekwood Botanical Gardens
Nashville, Tennessee
From manicured gardens to a world-renowned art gallery, this 54-acre historic estate is a Nashville landmark. Its 10 unique onsite wedding locations include the Frist Center Lawn, which has croon-worthy views of the Nashville skyline; the Italian-inspired Burr Terrace Garden; the Reflecting Pool and Boxwood Gardens. To top it all, there is the Georgian-style mansion that houses the Cheekwood Museum of Art.
cheekwood.org

FUN

Country Music Hall of Fame
Nashville, Tennessee
Create a memorable wedding even amongst the legends of country music in the most beautiful space in Nashville. Nashville lends its Music City status to your vows helping you to experience a wedding that is uniquely Nashville and, more importantly, uniquely you. They can help you plan your rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception. With the one-stop shop approach, they will help you choose from personalized lighting, to booking fantastic music, to creating the perfect party favor. You can even include a Museum tour for your wedding guests - an experience they will never forget. Add a bit of Taylor Swift and Johnny Cash to your bash.
countrymusichalloffame.org
 
Keeneland
Lexington, Kentucky
Entertain guests in a variety of venues at this world-renowned racetrack. Some are large enough to hold your actual ceremony, while others are great for receptions, bridesmaids’ luncheons, and rehearsal dinners. Keeneland’s grandstand has several event spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows and impressive views of the track. Its largest venue is the Entertainment Center and Keene Barn. The newest is the recently renovated Keene Place, a stately, white-columned historic home, located away from the track, with a private entrance.
keeneland.com

BEACHY

The Grand Hotel Point Clear Resort & Spa
Point Clear, Alabama
“Dirty Dancing” meets “Steel Magnolias” at this bayside resort that pairs historic character with luxury amenities. Say “I do” under hundred-year-old oak trees; then celebrate with a roaring reception at the hotel’s waterfront pavilion. Keep the party going with nightcaps at Bucky’s Birdcage Lounge, where “Sweet Home Alabama” is a guaranteed song request.
marriottgrand.com
 
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
St. Simons Island, Georgia
Southern elegance meets the Georgian seacoast at the historic King and Prince Resort. Offering several venues to choose from, the Delegal Room offers ocean front views with large picture windows with antique stained glass transoms overlooking the lawn and the Atlantic Ocean, it is the perfect location for a reception after your ceremony on the Oceanfront Lawn or Terrace. The Retreat Room offers a luxurious second floor bar and fireplace for cocktails before entering the rounded room that offers breathtaking 180 degree views of the property and ocean. The finest and most sumptuous coastal cuisine is available for catering your event - the options are endless.  
kingandprince.com
 
Whether you are considering Hollywood glamour or rustic simplicity, your wedding location is just the first step to creating a lifetime of memories. Weddings are an experience to thoroughly enjoy, and these venues will help you to plan the most splendid day of your life. Cheers to you, and may you have a lifetime of happiness!
 
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Marriott Shoals – Florence, Alabama
Treat yourself to upscale elegance at Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa. The resort boasts an unbeatable location in Muscle Shoals, an area of vibrant music history. Explore where Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, and Bob Dylan recorded some of their hits. Renew your body and mind at the on-site spa. Surround yourself with comfort thanks to complimentary Wi-Fi, plush bedding and convenient room service. Create new memories as you dine at 360 Grille, a revolving restaurant! For an event, they cover every aspect of your hosting needs. Utilize 19 sophisticated venues, catering options and planning services.
marriottshoals.com