In Northern California, there are many stunning wedding venues. With that being said, I have my top five favorite wedding venues to share! I’ve shot at all five of these locations and would love to give you a glimpse into the beautiful amenities each venue has to offer, so you can decide which one could be the perfect fit for your special day!

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Park Winter Wedding Venue | Luxurious Country Estate Northern California Wedding Venues

Park Winters is one of the beautiful private country estate North California wedding venues with reception space! Its beautiful grounds offer a variety of settings that would be beautiful for a wedding ceremony. There are options for both indoor and outdoor wedding receptions at this venue. Park Winters can accommodate 150-200 wedding guests, a great choice when looking for wedding venues with reception space! The amount of photography location spots is endless on this property. This is 100% a greater Sacramento favorite! You can even visit it all year long and attend its events to experience more even after your wedding day because I guarantee you’ll want more! You can have up to ten hours of event space, access to their pool, hot tub, and firepit, gorgeous bride and groom suits, and can even have overnight accommodation made if you choose!

“Nestled amidst the verdant farmlands of Northern California, Park Winters is a five-star, historic wedding venue and country estate designed to bring a fairytale wedding to life. Wander through formal gardens, past an elegant Victorian Inn and chic event barn into a world of natural beauty. Surrounded by panoramic views of the Blue Hills, Park Winters embodies weddings of simple country luxury—with touches of sparkling splendor.” – parkwinters.com

Grand Island Mansion | Historic Renaissance Styled Northern California Wedding Venues

Another top Northern California wedding venues is the Grand Island Mansion. The Grand Island is a unique and old-world-style mansion nestled along the Sacramento River Delta. The inside of the mansion is inspired by the Italian Renaissance-styled era surrounded by Italian gardens. Romantic and vintage-styled weddings would look absolutely beautiful at this wedding venue because of its style! If you would like to stay overnight, they have accommodations available. Their shaded gazebo would be perfect for a warm-weather ceremony! In addition, the Mansion also has an elegant ballroom for winter wedding ceremonies, too!

“The Grand Island Mansion is the perfect location to host your special occasion. This historic landmark, located in the heart of the Sacramento River delta region, is a spacious, full-service Wedding and Reception facility, offering the finest in outstanding cuisine, exceptional service, and event coordination.

From saying your vows in our intimate outdoor ceremony area to your banquet in our elegant collonade room followed by a spectacular reception in the beautiful ballroom, we will make your wedding an “occasion to remember” – grandislandmansion.com

The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel | A Modern Downtown Wedding Venue

The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel is a modern hotel with a spacious ballroom that has big floor-to-ceiling windows. You can overlook the newest arena of the NBA Sacramento Kings with wide-ranging views from the third-floor pool area. Additionally, there is a stunning outdoor patio at the Kimpton Sawyer, as well as options for outdoor receptions. There are also several restaurants and bars close to the hotel for your wedding guests to enjoy. This is the perfect location for a modern city wedding in downtown Sacramento because the city views are stunning!

“Your wedding is a day you’ll remember forever, so the elegant, romantic setting you select for your big day should be one for the ages, too. The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel provides a stunningly breathtaking backdrop for your “I Do” and other cherished wedding album moments.” – sawyerhotel.com

The Willow Ballroom | A Romantic Industrial Wedding Venue

The Willow Ballroom is surrounded by beautiful brick and dim lights. The inside of the building has beautiful drapes that can separate your ceremony and reception spaces, or create a beautiful dining and dancing experience for you and your guests! Furthermore, candle lights and beautiful floral can really transform this space. There is also an outdoor space outside of the Willow Ballroom that can be used for ceremonies or as a beautiful outdoor location, especially for sunset photos! Willow Ballroom also has a lovely estate in addition to their gorgeous property nearby. Because of its lush gardens, it’s the perfect space for your portraits!

“Nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Delta, The Willow Ballroom at the River Road Exchange is a repurposed historic warehouse event space. The texture and character of the industrial buildings provide the perfect backdrop. The interiors of the venue exude old-world charm and elegance. The raw natural beauty of the space can elevate and add elegance to any event. Located in the heart of the beautiful picturesque Sacramento Delta, the setting is unparalleled.” – willowballroom.com

The Maples | A Rustic Country Estate Wedding Venue With Reception Space

The Maples wedding venue is a new fav! It’s a 1930s rustic country estate with multiple different possibilities for ceremony and reception locations. Complete with a bridal suite and groom’s den and a full commercial kitchen, they provide it all! The location includes 55 acres of lovely trees, open lawns, cozy outdoor fireplaces, and even a pool house to create your dream romantic wedding day! The Maples also have games such as bocce ball and horseshoes that are included for all weddings. Furthermore, they have additional games packages available for rent which include giant jenga, corn hole, and giant connect 4 to entertain your guests. One of my favorite spots to photograph at is their iconic row of trees as you enter their property because it makes the perfect backdrop!

“A classic 1930’s ranch house fully renovated, lush green landscape with hundred year old trees, multiple event spaces, and working outdoor fireplaces fill our 55 acre property.” – themapleswoodland.com

I’m Ready to Capture Your Wedding at One of These Stunning Northern California Wedding Venues Next!

So, do you now know where you want to have your Northern California wedding? I hope giving you a glimpse into my top five favorite wedding venues with reception space has been helpful, because I can’t wait to capture your special day! You can find more about me here. If you feel like I’d be the perfect wedding photographer for you, then inquire with me. I can’t wait to hear from you! Meanwhile, let me know in the comments which venue was your favorite!