Wedding Venues for Every Style
Congratulations! You recently got engaged and may have attended a couple wedding shows by now. So what’s next? Drum roll, please…
The Venue!
This will be one of the most significant decisions in your wedding planning process. Generally, it will take the biggest chunk out of your budget, it will help you pin down your wedding date, and it will set the stage for your wedding decor and overall ambiance.
Luckily for us, Southern Ontario is home to a vast number of unique and elegant venue spaces making it easy to find a location that suits your wedding style. We’ve put together a list of 6 common venue types and some of our top picks for each style.
Banquet Halls
Banquet facilities feature classic ballrooms with soaring chandelier-adorned ceilings and a sweeping marble foyer. The versatility of the space, combined with all-inclusive customizable packages and culinary offerings, provide endless possibilities for your big day! Celebrate your happily ever after in one of these majestic halls: Four Diamond Events – The Chatham Armoury, Riverside Sportsmen Club, Dante Club Sarnia, Giovanni Caboto Club, Chateau le Jardin, Eglinton West Gallery, Leandar Banquet Hall, York Mills Gallery, Chatham-Kent John D. Bradley Convention Centre, Bingemans – while smaller more intimate halls include: Aura Windsor, Lodge on Queen.
Golf Courses
Surrounded by acres of lush greens, rolling hills, and scenic bridges and ponds, golf club settings offer the perfect backdrop for your wedding ceremony and reception. Your guests will be captivated by the spectacular clubhouse facilities and its surroundings. Browse some of our favourite golf club venues: Links of Kent Golf & Event Centre, Dorchester Golf & Country Club, Forest Golf Club & Inn, Burlington Golf and Country Club
Wineries
Food tastes better when paired with the perfect wine! Indulge in the finest of wines and stunning panoramic views surrounded by your closest family and friends for an unforgettable celebration. Many wineries offer seasoned caterers that will be able to curate a menu, complete with wine pairings, that suit your wedding style. Here’s some of our top local wineries: Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, Mastronardi Estate Winery, Pelee Island Winery
Hotels
Impeccably designed with cultural flair, hotels offer couples an intimate setting with exceptional food and service. They offer plenty of versatility and options when it comes to your ceremony and reception locations. Out-of-town guests will be pleased as they have the option to book accommodations on-site – meaning they can dance the night away with you! Browse our top-rated hotel wedding venues: Caesars Windsor, Retro Suites Hotel, Elm Hurst Inn & Spa, Benmiller Inn & Spa, Quality Inn Sarnia
Rustic Farms and Barns
Rustic wedding venues have become very popular for newlyweds! Naturally beautiful landscapes offer a relaxing atmosphere for outdoor cocktails, lawn games and your first dance under the stars. Check out these unique venues offering the perfect rustic charm: Fanshawe Pioneer Village, Gracey Acres Events, The Essex Farmhouse
Restaurants
If you’re a foodie at heart, a restaurant setting may be just what you’re looking for! Consider renting a private room, specifically designed for intimate celebrations. Depending on the restaurant, you may even be able to book the entire restaurant! This would certainly be a meal to remember for you and your loved ones with the finest cuisine, top notch service and the perfect ambiance. Check out some of our favourite dining spots: Big Fish Steak & Lounge, Mezzo Restaurant & Lounge
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