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What makes Washington a great wedding destination?
- With an endless expanse of marine shoreline, lush natural parks, and vibrant cityscapes, it’s no wonder that there are wedding venues of every imaginable sort in Washington.
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What types of wedding venues are available in Washington?
- The countless number of spaces for couples to have their wedding ceremony and reception are so eclectic that brides are sure to find a space that they can truly make their own.
Best Time to Plan a Wedding in Washington State
- June to September – Peak season with warm temps, clear skies, and lush greenery.
- July & August – Ideal for outdoor weddings with minimal rain and long daylight hours.
- May & October – Shoulder months offering mild weather and fewer crowds.
- April & May – Blooming flowers and mild temps, but occasional spring showers.
- November to March – Off-season with cooler temps and cozy indoor venue options.
- September – Perfect mix of pleasant weather and vibrant late-summer scenery.
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1. Point Defiance Pagoda
Host serene, garden-inspired weddings with Japanese architectural elegance.
Point Defiance Pagoda was built in 1914 and inspired by stunning Japanese architecture. The pagoda is the main aspect of Point Defiance Park’s Japanese Garden and is a gorgeous location to celebrate a wedding. Couples will be able to exchange their vows in the rare historic site surrounded by sakura cherry trees, a footbridge, waterfall, pools, and an authentic tori gate and Shinto shrine. The beautifully landscaped garden is steeped in cultural heritage and makes for a unique setting for the bride, groom, and their guests to celebrate the day.
5801 Trolley Lane, Tacoma, WA 98407, Phone: 253-305-1090
2. Columbia Tower Club
Celebrate sophisticated, upscale weddings with breathtaking panoramic city views.
The Columbia Tower Club has been a renowned wedding venue in Seattle for over 25 years. It continues to be one of the top choices for wedding receptions by bride and grooms. The club prides itself in customizing each event to reflect the style and taste of the couple, and this includes creating exquisite menus to satisfy their tastes as well as their guests. There are six spaces to choose from, no matter if couples want an intimate celebration with just a handful of friends and family or a lavish extravaganza with up to 250 people in the Columbia Room. The wedding planners will work with you from start to finish, ensuring that you receive an unparalleled level of professionalism and service.
701 Fifth Avenue, Columbia Center, 75th Floor, Seattle, WA 98104, Phone: 206-622-2010
3. Crystal Mountain Hotels
Plan scenic mountain weddings with stunning alpine backdrops.
If you’re looking for a magical wedding venue surrounded by beautiful alpine meadows, wildflowers, or even snowcapped mountains, then Crystal Mountain Hotels is the place for you. A lovely setting for a wedding ceremony and reception is only perfect when it reflects what you imagined your special day would be like; the experts at Crystal Mountain ensure that they offer just that with an array of spectacular natural vistas that you can use as a backdrop. Popular options include mountain top ceremonies with the majestic peaks of Mount Rainier in the background, exchanging vows amidst a field of wildflowers after arriving by horseback, or a quaint Bavarian-inspired wedding at the Alpine Inn.
33818 Crystal Mountain Blvd., Crystal Mountain, WA 98022, Phone: 360-663-2262
4. Gorge-ous Weddings
Exchange vows with spectacular Columbia River Gorge views and natural beauty.
Tucked away in breathtaking Home Valley, Washington, the Gorge-ous Weddings venue is housed within the private estate of Wind Mountain Ranch. The space was built in 1948 and sits on 68 acres of scenic, serene land. Couples can start their new life together with the entire Columbia River Gorge as the backdrop. The venue is open to couples from late May to October and is fully accessible solely to the couple and their guests on the entire day of the event. The ranch can accommodate up to 200 people and includes overnight use of the ranch house for up to ten guests. Other services and amenities include tents and furniture, a catering hut, and use of their custom-made dual keg log bar.
Wind Mountain Ranch, 192 Erickson Road, Stevenson, WA 98648, Phone: 503-360-4707
5. Huber's Gasthaus
Enjoy cozy, rustic weddings with European charm and warm ambiance.
Just a few minutes from downtown Olympia, Huber's Gasthaus has been a place renowned for memorable weddings since 1995. Priding themselves in being eloquent and affordable, every wedding ceremony and reception hosted at Huber’s Gasthaus includes the use of over 1 acre of landscaped grounds – which means that couples can create an outdoor ceremony site on any spot they like. Other services and amenities included with rental of the space are tables and chairs, the dance floor, sound system, full kitchen, buffet line, gazebo, large patio, and plenty of parking for guests. The bride and groom have the freedom to have a DIY wedding filled with their own decorations and foods, or they can hire a vendor of their choice.
2312 Friendly Grove Road NE, Olympia, WA 98506, Phone: 360-943-6543
6. Jardin del Sol
Host romantic garden weddings with lush greenery and floral elegance.
Jardin del Sol is a romantic garden venue that is sure to wow guests with its beautiful surroundings and excellent customer service. Just a few minutes away from downtown Snohomish, the wedding space takes people into an entirely different world filled with magic and enchantment. The beautifully manicured grounds are surrounded by lush greenery and sit on top of endless acres of lush woodlands and rolling pasture. Couples can celebrate under a large, elegant tent surround by the incomparable beauty of mother nature and dance the night away under the stars in the outdoor dance floor.
10522 52nd Street SE, Snohomish, WA 98290, Phone: 206-387-6618
7. Laurel Creek Manor
Celebrate timeless, elegant weddings in a charming estate with manicured gardens.
The family-owned Laurel Creek Manor has been one of the top wedding venue destinations in Sumner, Washington, for nearly 15 years. The country estate and gardens offer one of the most picturesque locations in the area and is perfect for indoor and outdoor ceremonies and receptions. The space is surrounded by bulb farms, giving it a private setting and providing an endless number of places for couples to have a unique ceremony that is truly their own. The elegant architecture of the manor house is only enhanced by the exquisite European fixtures that grace it; the house has multiple French doors, dark wood floors, and Italian chandeliers and can hold up to 75 guests for an indoor-only wedding.
7611 166th Ave E, Sumner, WA 98390, Phone: 253-826-6306
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