San Jose, California Wedding Venues

Couples who are looking for a wedding venue that is really different should consider History Park, a gated 14-acre park encompassing an historic old town setting complete with 32 original and reconstructed houses, gardens, streets, a trolley car, and even an ice-cream shop. The large grounds can easily accommodate bigger weddings, which can be set up under a tented pavilion. If you would like a really casual theme, you can stage a picnic-style celebration using the on-site barbecue pit and picnic tables, or you can let your imagination run riot for a more formal affair. You photographer will enjoy the dozens of unique photo opportunities in this Old World setting.

History Park San Jose, 635 Phelan Avenue, San Jose, CA 95112, Phone: 408-287-2290

Ideally located in the heart of downtown San Jose, The Tech Interactive offers a unique venue for a wedding to remember. The venue has a very large floor space that is completely adaptable to suit just about any size of wedding, from an intimate family occasion to a gala extravaganza. The venue rental includes the services of an event planner, who will take all the stress out of coordinating your wedding and advise you on every aspect of the setup, catering, drinks, and more. Your guests will have access to the hands-on exhibits, which form the backdrop to your reception that is sure to please all the techies. There are several good hotels within walking distance to accommodate your out-of-town guests.

The Tech Interactive , 201 S> Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Phone: 408-294-8324

Located in the heart of downtown Campbell, Villa Ragusa is a popular event and wedding venue in the classic, banquet-hall style, featuring a grand granite and marble staircase and a graceful mahogany bar. The Villa has several galleries, which can be linked for larger weddings or carefully contained for a more intimate reception, and each one has a private bridal suite where you can get dressed. Villa Ragusa offers several inclusive wedding packages, all of which include complimentary champagne toasts, soft drinks, two bottles of house wine per table, and much more. In addition, they offer a coordination service to guide you every step of the way in choosing suitable vendors to supply your décor, music, and other requirements.

Villa Ragusa, 35 South Second Street, Campbell, CA 95008, Phone: 408-365-01900

Couples wanting to tie the knot under the clear blue San Jose skies should definitely add Alamitos Vineyards to their list of possible wedding venues. This private estate opens its expansive grounds for weddings and events during the summer months (this is a completely open-air venue) against a very scenic backdrop of rolling hills and a meandering river. You can hold your ceremony out on the lawns or in the reception area (depending on numbers) and then stage a reception to remember under the star-lit skies. The venue allows you to choose your own vendors to supply everything you need, from catering and bar to music and photography, and the use of a bridal dressing room is included in the venue rental.

Jan Jose, CA 95120, Phone: 408-380-2230

SP2 Communal Bar and Restaurant is a trendy establishment located adjacent to the San Pedro Square Market that serves innovative American bistro-style food and great cocktails. SP2 has two modern spaces, which can be hired for weddings and events - choose from the chic indoor banquet room or the expansive outdoor events deck, both of which are ideal for couples who would prefer a less formal wedding. The venue can accommodate up to 100 guests for an outdoor ceremony (150 indoors) and a maximum of 200 guests for an indoor reception. Every aspect of the menu, bar, seating, and planning will be taken care of by the events planning team.

SP2 Communal Bar and Restaurant, 72 Almaden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95110, Phone: 408-299-2000

The San Jose Museum of Art offers a variety of inspirational backdrops for a truly memorable wedding and can accommodate just about any number of guests. One of the best things about hosting your wedding at the Museum of Art is that you and your guests need not be confined to a single room - you can exchange vows outside in the Circle of Palms, move indoors for cocktails in one of the galleries, and then dine and dance in yet another memorable setting. The museum has dedicated event staff, who will guide you in your choice of space, preferred vendors, and everything else you need to stage an unforgettable ceremony and reception.

San Jose Museum of Art, 110 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Phone: 408-271-6840

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club is an award-winning wedding venue that combines wonderful views with indoor and outdoor areas to perfectly set the scene for your very special day. The venue has an elegant outdoor patio, where you can say your vows under the flower-decked teak arbor against the backdrop of the lovely gardens before moving indoors for your reception. The light-filled banquet room has two skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows and can accommodate up to 250 guests and a large dance floor. You will have the undivided attention of an events coordinator to orchestrate every aspect of your wedding so that you can relax and have the best day of your life. On-site catering and bar service complete the picture.

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club, 23600 McKean Road, San Jose, CA 95474, Phone: 408-323-7814

Club Auto Sport offers a sleek and modern wedding venue with an edgy industrial vibe that you can dress up or down to perfectly suit your requirements. The large venue can offer couples a variety of spaces to stage both the ceremony and reception, including the delightful indoor/outdoor TMFC Museum and Patio, which can accommodate 150 to 200 guests; larger celebrations of up to 700 guests can be staged using the entire venue. You can expect lots of glistening granite and marble and both vintage and modern cars to form part of the backdrop. Club Auto Sport offers tailored wedding packages and the services of an event specialist to help you customize every aspect of your wedding day.

Club Auto Sport, 521 Charcot Avenue, San Jose, CA 95131, Phone: 408-770-1200