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7 Outdoor Wedding Venues in Roanoke with Gorg Backdrops

if you’re dreaming of getting married in Western Virginia and hope to have a gorgeous outdoor setting, these wedding venues in Roanoke, Virginia are a must-see.

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Outdoor wedding venues in Roanoke, Virginia provide a natural beauty to your wedding day. You can easily exchange “I do’s” with the Virginia Blue Ridge Mountains as your backdrop or celebrate the special day with friends and family just enjoying the landscape of Roanoke Valley. Along with breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, outdoor wedding venues in Roanoke, Virginia provide couples with courtyards, gardens, lawns and even patios that can be transformed into any wedding day aesthetic. So if you’re dreaming of getting married in Western Virginia and hope to have a gorgeous outdoor setting, these wedding venues in Roanoke, Virginia are a must-see.

These dreamy outdoor wedding venues in Roanoke Virginia will give you goosebumps.

Valhalla Vineyards

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Valhalla Vineyards

If you’re envisioning a rustic vineyard as your backdrop for “I do’s” then Valhalla Vineyards should be added to your list of outdoor wedding venues in Roanoke, Virginia. The 21 acre vineyard is known for it’s world class blends of reds and whites—making the vineyard a close comparison to Charlottesville’s award winning wineries. Its also a fab setting for any wedding, since it has a mountain-top chalet known as the Cellar Door. The Cellar Door offers views of the surrounding mountains and parts of downtown Roanoke. It’s also great option for an indoor and outdoor celebrations. Couples can utilize the indoor wine bar and outdoor stone patio—which even includes an cozy fireplace if you’re looking for an intimate setting.

Charter Hall at the City Market Building

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Charter Hall at the City Market Building

located right in the downtown City Market Building. While this event space isn’t technically outdoors, you can still easily take some stunning outdoor pics in front of the building or around the city. The event space can accommodate up to 240 guests for a formal sit down reception and gives a historic (but not outdated!) setting for celebrating. Built back in the 1800’s the building was recently renovated in 2011 to create a fresh and premier event space. So if you know you want a venue that can easily give you outdoor views of the downtown Roanoke, The Charter Hall is the perfect pick.

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Sundara

Located just twenty minutes from Roanoke in Boones Mill Virginia, Sundara is a romantic choice for any outdoor wedding. The property has a gorgeous white clapboard house that’s surrounded by lush gardens and provides several swoon-worthy outdoor locations. Sundara’s open field or picturesque ceremony lawn are the two most popular for hosting outdoor ceremonies, since they are filled with towering trees and tall waving grass. As for your reception, the Sundara includes a super cool glamping tent, and a versatile barn—perfect for setting up a dessert bar—and even a Tuscan-Inspired cobblestone paved tent. Sundara doesn’t disappoint when it comes to scenic mountain views either. The property is nestled right at the foot of Cahas Mountain which offers up some pretty spectacular mountain backdrops.

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Explore Park

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Explore Park

Explore Park is one of the most popular outdoor wedding venues in Roanoke, Virginia due to its expansive meadow areas and intimate gardens. The Hofauger House Historical Meadows provides couples with an ethereal setting to host their wedding and even offers up a rustic German double crib barn to use as well. If you’re hoping to find a more intimate setting for vows or to celebrate with friends and family the Butterfly Garden and Pergola Arbor creates a very private (and beautiful!) aesthetic that’s filled with lush blooms. Worried about the weather? Don’t fret! Explore Park also provides several indoor options that are great to use in case you need a backup plan.

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Maridor Bed & Breakfast

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Maridor Bed & Breakfast

This historic bed and breakfast is a definite pick for couples who want a vintage or classic feel to their wedding day. Located right in the heart of historic Roanoke, Virginia, the Maridor Bed & Breakfast has several outdoor locations for couple to utilize. The formal gardens and slate patios are perfect for hosting both ceremonies and outdoor receptions. They also can easily be dressed up with string lights, white drapery and other decor that suits your wedding style. Couples who are hoping to move their reception indoors after the ceremony can also use the Maridor’s ballroom. The majestic ballroom is over 2,000 square feet that can easily hold up to 100 guests—making it a great choice for a formal seated dinner. If you are worried about hiring a planner or other vendors, the bed and breakfast ensures that every wedding is unique and personalized by providing their couples with complete wedding packages and a specialized bridal consultant.

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Sierra Vista

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Sierra Vista

Nestled in the middle of 300 acres close to an hour away from Roanoke, Sierra Vista is another fab choice for an outdoor wedding. The sanctuary sits high on a hill so your whole day is filled with unparalleled views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The venue even was named after the spectacular views, since “Sierra” in Spanish means mountain range and “Vista” means view! Along with the gorgeous mountain backdrops, Sierra Vista also features a handcrafted barn, mountain lodge hope, upscale cabin and wow-worthy grounds for couples to utilize. So if you’re browsing through outdoor wedding venues in Roanoke, Virginia you should definitely swing by this breathtaking property.

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Boxtree Lodge

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Boxtree Lodge

The Boxtree Lodge is another venue near Roanoke that’s known for it’s outdoor spaces. The Boxtree Lodge located in Vinton, Virginia, provides couples with a patio, several gardens and a gazebo to use for their wedding day. It even features a large multipurpose building that overlooks the valley and lake for couples who want both an indoor and outdoor option. The lodge can easily accommodate a larger scale wedding as well since it can seat up to 300 people.


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