Portland Oregon Wedding Venues
Oregon is home to some of the most beautiful wedding venues in the world, and I am here to help you find them! Below you will find a full list of ceremony and reception venues, links included, categorized by style
Tips for Choosing Your Venue:
I wont’ bore you by talking about “picking the right space for you” or picking a space that can accommodate the number of guests you anticipate. You have definitely already thought of all that. But here are a few tips, from a photographer’s perspective, on picking a good venue.
If you choose an outdoor location, make sure you have a backup plan for rain. News flash: It rains a lot in Oregon! One of the advantages to booking a wedding venue instead of using public land is that you normally will have access to indoor space if necessary. If your space does not have a permanent structure, get pricing for a tent in case you need one.
Choose a location with a variety of spots to shoot with. As a photographer, of course this is one of my main concerns. I recommend studying past weddings from your venue to see what types of locations couples were able to use on their wedding day. You can also drive around the area to. get to know it a bit better. If your venue doesn’t have a ton of variety, you may want to walk or drive to a nearby shot for some more photo variety.
Lighting comes first. Check out the light at your venue. If it’s indoors, are there a lot of windows? If not, does it have bistro lights? Or will you be using candles? If it’s outdoors, does it have shade available? Will the sun be behind you or in front of you during the ceremony? Look at photos you like from the venue, and try to set things up similarly to get the best lighting. Chat with your photographer about what they recommend to get the best lighting out of the space.
For marriage licenses, there is a 3 day waiting period before a marriage may take place. You may apply for a marriage license in any county in Oregon, and use this license anywhere in the state of Oregon. You must use the license within 60 days. The cost of an Oregon marriage license typically ranges between $50-$65. I would recommend calling the desired county ahead of time for tips/advice.
Make sure you jive with the venue wedding coordinator or contact. You’ll be working with them heavily throughout the process. Make sure they respond to emails quickly and seem accommodating.
*Also, one more note. I reached out to the venues to get photos of their space. All photos were sent to me by the venue, except for a few photos which are my own. I asked the venues for proper photo credits, and have credited AND linked any photographers who’s photos are used. If you are a photographer who took one of these images, and would not like me to use them on this blog post, please reach out and I will remove the image.
Portland/Oregon Wedding Venue Photos
Blockhouse PDX
- “Tucked away in an intimate garden is our chef-inspired kitchen, where meals are shared, connections are made and life is celebrated.” —Blockhouse PDX’s website. Photo Credit: Me
Castaway Portland -
“Located
at the edge of the Pearl District nestled near the Willamette River, this 1929 warehouse was home to the makers of yellow strand rope used in the original Portland Street Car. In 2007, it was painstakingly restored to its original glory and today serves as one of Portland's most awarded venue spaces.”—Castaway Portland’s Website. Photo Credit: Me
Cathedral Park
. Photo Credit: Me
Coopers Hall
- “Weddings at our winery, whether intimate or boisterous, understated or elaborate, are always beautiful celebrations to remember. Our team of highly skilled service industry professionals will ensure that the venue lives up to the occasion and exceeds your expectations. Conveniently located in Portland’s Central Eastside, Coopers Hall is only a short drive from many of the city’s most popular hotels.”—Coopers Hall Website
Domaine de Broglie Vineyard
- “Experience the vineyard wedding of your dreams at Domaine de Broglie. Our ceremony space is surrounded by vines and a grove of oak trees, perched atop the Dundee Hills encompassed by breathtaking views of the Willamette Valley.
With over 12 years of experience as an event venue, our wedding coordination and award-winning preferred catering teams know the importance of flawless execution and attention to detail for the most memorable of moments.
Domaine de Broglie combines elegance and modern architectural details in a romantic vineyard setting, perfect for creating amazing photography and charming experiences. Your guests will enjoy meandering vineyards while sipping our estate-grown Pinot Noir, then bask in the ambiance of our cozy outdoor fireplace.”—Domaine De Broglie Website. Photo Credit: Monique Serra
Dossier
“Settled in the city center of Portland, Dossier becomes the destination for parties looking to explore the city’s cultural ethos and natural beauty beyond. With arched floor-to-ceiling windows that bring in natural light by day, and urban views at night, each space offers an elegant atmosphere fitting of your special occasion.”
Exchange Ballroom -
“The Exchange Ballroom and Cascade Rooftop is located in on the east bank of the Willamette River within the historic Eastside Exchange Building. Our Ballroom boasts dramatic views of the downtown Portland skyline.
Our event spaces are beautiful in their natural state but also a neutral backdrop easily tailored to nearly any event.”—Exchange Ballroom’s Website
Photo Credit: Sweetlife Photography
Heathman Hotel
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- “A cultural landmark since 1927, The Heathman Hotel has hosted nearly a century of celebrations as a historic Oregon wedding venue. Experts at the art of storytelling, Heathman offers eight private event elegant and modern spaces, plus a stunning two-story library on the hotels main floor filled with more than 2,700 books all signed by the authors. Here, a picture is truly worth a thousand words.”
Hotel Deluxe -
“Channel the romance of the Golden Age of Hollywood, walking down the aisle or entertaining guests among Hotel deLuxe’s Art Deco-inspired décor and glamorous art of those that graced the silver screen.”
Hotel Lucia
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“Located in the heart of downtown Portland, Hotel Lucia offers an artfully curated space for intimate celebrations, from small weddings to engagement parties and receptions.”
Horning’s Hideout
- “Horning's Hideout is a magical place for forming lasting memories while secluded away from the city hustle and bustle. From our wonderful Oregon outdoor wedding sites where you are in a world of your own to trout fishing with the kids (fishing is currently closed), your experience here will bring a life time of smiles.”—Horning’s Hideout’s Website. Photo Credit: Me
House On Metolius
- “A private resort and nature reserve on the Metolius River. Set on two-hundred acres of private land astride the river, surrounded by millions of acres of national forest, House on Metolius has served as a private estate and retreat for over a hundred years. Whether you are planning a wedding, looking for a special place for a family gathering or a business retreat, or just need a place to get away, we look forward to welcoming you to House on Metolius.”—House on Metolius’ Website. Photo Credit: Me
Hoyt Arboretum
. Photo Credit: Me.
Jupiter Hotel -
“Every wedding is special. Every wedding is unique. Every space at The Jupiter offers an opportunity to creatively curate the Portland wedding experience meant for you. Rich outdoor lushness to a modern industrial ballroom, a secret garden and an urban oasis - our spaces transform to be uniquely your own. From rehearsal dinners to post-wedding brunches - we love our Portland couples. Let our experts help your imaginary vision become your dream reality. “
Lan Su Chinese Garden
- “The mission of Lan Su Chinese Garden is to cultivate an oasis of tranquil beauty and harmony to inspire, engage and educate our global community in the appreciation of a richly authentic Chinese culture.”—La Su Chinese Garden.
Photo Credit: Katy Weaver Photography. (Temporarily Closed)
Leftbank Annex -
“The leftbank annex brings a sleek and well-coordinated event infrastructure to the raw, industrial ethic of a pre-war building. Through a skeleton of timber, concrete, brick, and steel, you’ll find large projectable surfaces, controlled lighting, superb access, and outstanding electrical infrastructure. You have the flexibility to transform the space into anything you can imagine, or to leave its authentic raw backdrop. The possibilities are endless.”—Leftbank Annex’s Website.
Photo Credit: Ben Pigao
Lewis & Clark
- “Lewis & Clark College offers stunning Northwest architecture and exquisite gardens on the historic Frank Manor Estate. Couples have the opportunity to create their ultimate celebration in a unique setting that perfectly marries modern amenities with breathtaking views. Enjoy these elegant gardens as well as the convenience of being six miles from Downtown Portland.”—Lewis & Clark’s Website.
Photo Credit: Erich McVey of Fir Acres Estate Gardens.
The Loft at 8th Avenue
- “The Loft at 8th Avenue is a modern, industrial venue located in Southeast Portland, Oregon. Our various indoor and outdoor spaces at the loft are a perfect fit for large corporate events, nonprofit fundraisers, galas and small private events.”—The Loft at 8th Avenue’s website.
Photo Credit: Olivia Strohm
Maysara Winery
- “Maysara Winery offers one of the largest indoor and outdoor venues in Oregon’s Willamette Valley wine country. The stone and wood winery has a rustically sophisticated and majestic feel surrounded by 532 acres of Momtazi Vineyard. Whether intimate or grand, have the wedding or event of your dreams with us here at Maysara.”—Maysara Winery’s Website. Photo Credit: Me
Mt Hood Organic Farms
- “Mt. Hood Organic Farms is a unique, secluded, spectacular natural setting, both for growing fruit and for hosting events. A farm since the turn of the century, the spacious grounds include unique and historic architecture, spectacular mountain views of Hood, Adams, and Rainier, orchards, forests, fields and ponds, as well as luscious gardens. This award-winning venue is world renown and the near one hundred variety apple and pear orchard is the largest certified Biodynamic orchard in the country. And introducing Floréal Cider, a traditional European-style "méthode champenoise" cider made exclusively from fruit grown on the 200 acre farm in collaboration with Nate Ready, China Tresemer, and Geoff Burke of Hiyu Wine Farm.”—Mt. Hood Organic Farm’s Website
Mount Tabor Park -
Photo Credit: Justin Jossi Photography
Portland Art Museum -
Fred & Suzanne Fields Ballroom:
A dramatic split staircase, neo-classic columns, and a soft pastel palette grace this perennial event favorite. Accommodating over 500 guests for a reception, and roughly 250 for dinner, the Fields is frequently paired with the Kridel Ballroom for wedding ceremony/receptions, and pre-function cocktail gatherings.
Kridel Grand Ballroom:
The Kridel Grand Ballroom is an exceptionally dramatic venue featuring soaring ceiling heights and rich architectural details. With a reception capacity of 1000, and banquet seating for 560, this historic ballroom and adjoining lobby has played host to the city’s premiere events for decades. With its full proscenium stage, and built-in sound and projection systems, The Kridel is tailor-made for elegant and unforgettable weddings.
Silver Falls Weddings
- “Silver Falls State Park is one of Oregon’s most popular year-round award winning wedding venues. Our boutique, modern rustic, outdoor wedding venue offers many options for you to plan and stage your special occasion. You have your choice of waterfalls to creeks to bridges to meadows to mountain sides to historic buildings, shelters, and ranches.”—Silver Falls’ Website.
Photo credit: Joni Loraine
Skamania Lodge -
“Just 45 minutes outside Portland, Oregon, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Columbia River Gorge, Skamania Lodge is the ideal destination for your dream Pacific Northwest wedding. Our 175 wooded acres of lush natural beauty, picturesque mountain views and magnificent indoor and outdoor venue spaces allow us to accommodate intimate ceremony events as well as receptions for up to 400 people with an expert level of care to bring your fairytale wedding to life.”
Sentinel
“A fitting backdrop for one-of-a-kind love stories. With its rich architecture and gorgeous ballrooms, Sentinel is a fitting backdrop for one-of-a-kind love stories, and a truly inspiration place for your big day.”
Tendue
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Designed to eloquently blend Parisian-inspired textures and tones with the 100+ year old warehouse, Tendue is a space that's both inviting and interesting. This fully furnished space has the capability to flex and creates the perfect setting for hosting small and mid-sized groups, workshops or most anything else. Photographers love the wall of north-facing windows that filter impeccable natural light throughout the entire day and the beautiful inventory of dinnerware and styling products help ensure dining is memorable and easy. Book the space and our event design team will be your partner in curating an individualized experience you’ll love.”—Tendue’s Website. Photo Credit: Me
The Benson -
“The Benson is timeless, elegant, and has hosted weddings in the City of Roses for over 100 years. The historic Crystal Ballroom, replete with gold leafing, Austrian crystal chandeliers, cathedral windows and ornate coffered ceiling, is a beautiful backdrop for a wedding ceremony or reception. The Crystal Ballroom offers a distinctive elegance that is unmatched in the city.”—The Benson.
Photo Credit: Rebecca Rizzo
The Bindery McMinnville
- “The Bindery Event Space is a historic 3,000 square foot industrial venue in downtown McMinnville, Oregon. Original concrete floors, over 55ft of factory windows, barrel ceilings with wood trusses and industrial pendant lighting are a few of the many historic features.”—The Bindery. Photo Credit: Me
The Evergreen PDX
- “Located centrally in SE Portland The Evergreen has the capacity, flexibility and infrastructure to host any type of event from small intimate gatherings to large parties and everything in between. Known for its historic charm, gorgeous natural light, and strong attention to detail. The Evergreen's restored state-of-the art updates merge new with old, modern with classic, and comfort with elegance. A perfect setting for your next event!” Photo Credit: Karra Leigh
The Nines -
“From intimate to elaborate our venue has you covered! Our two world renowned restaurants, Departure and Urban Farmer can host small gatherings of up to 30 attendees, while our larger Ballroom and Cityview Living Room can host up to 500 attendees. Have your wedding ceremony on our rooftop or in our ballroom with a reception following in one of our more casual spaces like the Barrel Room or elegant Nines Ballroom.”
The Orchard Hood River
- “Tucked deep in our family’s pear farm, you’ll find a lush secret garden with a meadow-like wedding lawn and reception barn with views of the scenic Hood River Valley’s pear orchards, snow capped Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams, and the East Hills. Located 5 minutes from downtown Hood River and the best accommodations in the Columbia River Gorge, it is the perfect Oregon destination wedding location.”—The Orchard Hood River’s Website. Photo Credit: Me
The Ruins
- “The main hall is roughly 2600 SQ FT - not including the restrooms or entryway. There is a grand entrance, low-profile stage, amplified sound system, serving bar, men's and women's bathrooms, and a host of unique touches not found anywhere else.”—The Ruins Website
Timberline Lodge
- “At 6,000 feet above sea level, your wedding will provide breathtaking views for you and your guests, and a sense of place and time unmatched by any other location in Oregon. Our dedicated wedding specialists will ensure Timberline lives up to its reputation. An amazing event is your expectation, and your happiness is our goal.”—Timberline Lodge’s Website
Tin Roof Barn
- “Tin Roof Barn is nestled within the rolling hills, apple orchards, and green pastures of the Columbia River Gorge in the Pacific Northwest. At over 100 years old, the barn has maintained its turn of the century authenticity and charm.”—Tin Roof Barn’s Website. Photo Credit: Karina & Maks Photography.
Union Pine
- “A social space designed to cultivate and inspire community and culture. In the heart of Central Eastside Portland, UNION/PINE has been crafted as a hub for creativity, love, and a really good time. With two separate venues, flexible layouts, an open catering policy, and á la carte services, our clients have freedom to personalize to fit their vision for any occasion.”—Union Pine’s Website. Photo Credit: Me
Vernonia Springs -
“Includes exclusive use of 28 acre private park, peeled log pavilion, straw lodge for bridal preparation, ADA bathroom and shower building, five glamping yurts, five glamping wall tents on platforms (yurts and wall tents are fully furnished), fire pit, wedding garden pavilion with stage, lake, creek, large parking area, fountain, multiple gardens, and more.”
White Barn Estate
- “White Barn Estate is a stunning Oregon wedding venue located in the heart of the Grande Ronde Valley, providing an unforgettable setting for couples to create a magical day of the beginning of their life together.” White Barn Estate’s Website
Woodlark
- “Say “I do” to a modern and sophisticated wedding at Woodlark. Designed to reflect the nuance, soul and beauty of Portland, Woodlark redefines hospitality in the Pacific Northwest. The hotel combines two buildings listed on the National Historic Register – the Woodlark Building, a former retail and office building built in 1912. Together, these buildings are now home to a 150-room hotel that embodies the spirit of the new Northwest – sophisticated, daring, optimistic and ever-evolving – reclaiming this corner’s rightful place as the city’s House of Welcome.”
Zenith Vineyard
- “Sustainability speaks to the vision we have of our job as winegrowers. The fruit for outstanding wines can only come from beautiful origins. It is our commitment to respect the land, the vineyard, and the wines that come from our site as things of great beauty, to be carefully and lovingly tended.”—Zenith Vineyard’s Website
Venues Not Pictured:
Abernethy CenterAce Hotel PortlandBeacon Hill WineryBrasada RanchEcotrust Five Pine LodgeGorge Crest VineyardsInn At AvanleaLaurel Ridge WineryLeach Botanical GardenLoloma Lodge McMenamins EdgefieldPonzi Vineyards Ranch at the Canyons Suttle LodgeThe Barn PNWThe GrottoThe Ohana BarnThe Society HotelSaffron Fields VineyardSaint IrenesScholls Valley LodgeWonserwood EstateMAP OF VENUES:
