When it comes to getting married in Texas, it seems like there’s a barn on every corner. You, however, want something different. I set out to find some of the coolest, most interesting wedding venues in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, organized by style.
If you’re an engaged couple looking for a wedding venue to match your style, this is the ultimate list of unique venues to host your wedding, all within one hour or less from DFW. Check them out below and tell me which ones are your favorite!
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Modern
The Hall of Lights
Location: Carrollton, Texas
Max Capacity: 300 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor space, ceremony + reception, religious chapel available, private dressing suite, luxury outdoor pool, tables + chairs, AV equipment, on-site catering
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The Hall of Lights is a new, ultra-modern wedding venue in Carrollton, Texas. The concrete exterior is sleek and contemporary and the starry-lit ceiling in the main hall feels luxurious and magical. This spacious venue is perfect for the non-traditional couple with a sophisticated, modern vibe.
Marty Leonard Chapel
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Max Capacity: 200 guests
Features: Indoor space only, ceremony only, interfaith chapel, dressing room, AV equipment, supports local non-profit
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Marty Leonard Chapel is a beautiful modern 90s ceremony venue designed by world-renowned architect E. Fay Jones. With its soft warm color palette and striking lines showcasing the unique geometric windows, Marty Leonard Chapel is an inviting, interfaith chapel fitting a wide range of personalities and tastes.
Loco Lake
Location: Sunset, Texas
Max Capacity: 240 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor space, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs, AV equipment, private lake
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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The eclectic, modern design of Loco Lake contrasted with 40 acres of open-sky lakefront views, makes this funky North Texas venue stand out from the norm. Loco Lake is a favorite choice for couples wanting a bold, colorful wedding without going too feminine.
Live! by Loews
Location: Arlington, Texas
Max Capacity: 400+ guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor space, ceremony + reception, private dressing suite, guest lodging accommodations, tables + chairs, AV equipment, on-site catering + drinks
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Industrial
Hickory Street Annex
Location: Deep Ellum, Dallas, Texas
Max Capacity: 250 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor space, ceremony + reception, private dressing suite, tables + chairs
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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WED Spaces
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Max Capacity: 120 guests
Features: Indoor space only, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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HR Ranch
Location: Terrell, Texas
Max Capacity: 280 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor space, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs, on-site commercial kitchen, guest lodging accommodations
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Sunago Bell
Location: Denton, Texas
Max Capacity: 150 guests
Features: Indoor space only, ceremony + reception, private dressing suite, tables + chairs, AV equipment
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Trinity River Audubon Center | Boxwood Hospitality
Location: Dallas, Texas
Max Capacity: 150 guests
Features: Indoor + outdoor space, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables, chairs + linens
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Century Hall
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Max Capacity: 240 guests
Features: Indoor space only, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Elegant
The Mason
Location: Dallas, Texas
Max Capacity: 200 guests
Features: Indoor space only, ceremony + reception, private dressing suite, tables + chairs, AV equipment, on-site commercial kitchen
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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The Fort Worth Club
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Max Capacity: 400+ guests
Features: Indoor space only, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables, chairs + linens
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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The Fort Worth Club is swanky and classic with a hint of dark academia. The 12th floor gives you stunning views of the city and plenty of space to host everyone you could hope to invite.
The Olana | Walters Wedding Estates
Location: Hickory Creek, Texas
Max Capacity: 275 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables, chairs + linens, indoor pool + bowling alley
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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The Olana is a 48,000 square foot opulent mansion just outside Lake Dallas. Complete with a bowling alley, tea room, indoor pool and movie theater, the Olana takes the [wedding] cake. Every room has so much character and fun secrets to explore.
Brighton Abbey
Location: Aubrey, Texas
Max Capacity: 175 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs, AV equipment
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Brighton Abbey is just 20 minutes east of Denton and has a fairy tale quality to it. With its grand staircase, stone facade and lush gardens, Brighton Abbey has so much to offer engaged couples and their wedding guests. Whether you’d prefer an indoor ceremony in the chapel or a garden ceremony under the trees, there’s a beautifully designed space just for you.
The Venue at 400 North Ervay | Boxwood Hospitality
Location: Dallas, Texas
Max Capacity: 140 guests
Features: Rooftop + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suite, tables + chairs
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Arlington Hall at Turtle Creek Park
Location: Dallas, Texas
Max Capacity: 400+ guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suite, tables, chairs + tableware
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Southwestern
Lazy S Hacienda
Location: Weatherford, Texas
Max Capacity: 215 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs, helicopter pad
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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As a lover of West Texas, Lazy S Hacienda is a breath of fresh air just west of Fort Worth. Inspired by Mexico and industrial design, Lazy S Hacienda feels like getting married at a resort somewhere far away. With scenic hills behind the altar, covered patio, two spacious dressing suites and even a few horses, you will fall in love with how unique and special this venue is.
La Palmilla
Location: Nemo, Texas
Max Capacity: 200 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs, guests lodging accommodations, helicopter pad
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Hotel Drover
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Max Capacity: 250 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs, guest lodging accommodations
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Rest Yourself River Ranch
Location: Mineral Wells, Texas
Max Capacity: 250 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs, guest lodging accommodations, spa
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Garden
Texas Discovery Gardens
Location: Fair Park, Dallas, Texas
Max Capacity: 250 guests
Features: Outdoor + Indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suite, tables + chairs, butterfly house
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Texas Discovery Gardens is truly a hidden gem for weddings. Lush gardens all around, a private bridal house and a butterfly enclosure makes this Dallas wedding venue very unique and picturesque.
Ashton Gardens | Walters Wedding Estates
Location: Corinth, Texas
Max Capacity: 275 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables, chairs, linens + tableware
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Nasher Sculpture Center
Location: Dallas, Texas
Max Capacity: 200 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, tables, chairs + tableware, AV equipment
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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Hidden Gardens
Location: Lakeside, Texas
Max Capacity: 100 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs
Vendor Policy: Semi-open (bartending + security)
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Perfect for micro-weddings, Hidden Gardens Venue near Lake Worth is cozy, secluded and beautiful. Built in 1932, many famous people have walked through these halls. If walls could talk, there would be many secrets to share between presidents who retreated here for hunting, and even a time as a russian spy camp. Rich in history, Hidden Gardens is perfect for the couple looking for a venue that feels more like a home.
The Springs Venue Waxahachie
Location: Waxahachie, Texas
Max Capacity: 300 guests
Features: Outdoor + indoor spaces, ceremony + reception, private dressing suites, tables + chairs
Vendor Policy: Semi-open
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