9 Epic Outdoor Wedding Venues in Los Angeles

Get married with the city of Angels as your backdrop at one of these Los Angeles outdoor wedding venues.

June 6, 2017

If you're planning a California wedding and are looking for outdoor wedding venues in Los Angeles, then we’ve got you covered! From garden wedding venues, beaches, to even reception settings filled with Southern California views, this listicle will provide you with totally wow-worthy options.

Outdoor wedding venues in Los Angeles easily evoke a laid-back wedding aesthetic that both you and your guests will love. So why not plan your special day at one of these outdoor wedding venues in Los Angeles? Whether you choose the modern SmoggShoppe, (which this couple transformed into a black tie event) or you prefer something out in the country, these Los Angeles outdoor wedding venues are ultra-chic and trendy.

Here a few of our favorite outdoor wedding venues Los Angeles has to offer.

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Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook

Imagine having a venue with wow-worthy backdrops that will take your breath away. Baldwin Hills provides couples with spectacular scenic backdrops of Los Angeles for their big day that make it a great pick for an outdoor soiree. Nature lovers will love the hike up to the Hilltop where you can host both your ceremony and reception surrounded by greenery and wildlife. We can’t think of a better setting for boho brides or relaxed grooms to spend their wedding day than this quaint outdoor Los Angeles venue. Just check out how this couple turned this public park into a modern, yet relaxed setting for their special day.

Photo: Brooke Lee Photography

SmoggShoppe

For modern couples dreaming of a wedding venue that is both quirky and outdoors, we have the venue for you. The SmogShoppe is an unique Los Angeles venue that features a Courtyard Garden and attached Grand Hall (for couples who are worried about the weather) to celebrate their wedding day. The spacious courtyard is surrounded by garden walls and creates an airy aesthetic. Fun fact: The SmoggShoppe is also a solar-powered private haven for desert plants! This event venue can easily accommodate up to 150 guests for an outside garden ceremony, 150 people for a formal sit down reception and even up to 250 for a more laid-back cocktail-style party.

Learn more about SmoggShoppe here»

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Terranea Resort

Beachy couples opting for an outdoor wedding venue that’s on the oceanfront should add Terranea Resort to their must-see venue list. Located a short distance outside of Los Angeles right on the Pacific, this beach resort is a perfect wedding venue for a romantic (and coastal!) affair. It offers a Catalina Room, a 18,000-square-foot Palos Verdes Grand Ballroom and a 6,000-square-foot Marineland Ballroom to use for your wedding day. This means you’ll have indoor and outdoor locations to choose from. Trying to find a space for your groomsmen and bridesmaids to use to get ready before heading to the altar? Couples who know they will have a lot of out-of-town guest or a large wedding party will find that Terranea can easily accommodate any wedding party size. Guest rooms and suites are available, as well as, fully appointed villas and bungalows (swoon).

Learn more about Terranea Resort here»

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Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden

The Storrier-Stearns Japanese Garden is another one of our favorite outdoor venues due to its pond-filled gardens and Japanese-inspired architecture. Couples who are looking for an outdoor venue that is surrounded by lush plants and also has a historic backstory will love celebrating their wedding at this Japanese garden. The garden’s sycamore trees can easily be dressed up with twinkling lights to create a romantic setting to exchange vows under. The 2-acre property is also extremely private making it a perfect pick for couples wanting a more intimate affair.

Learn more about Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden here»

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Big Daddy's Antiques

Big Daddy’s Antique is a venue unlike any other. This warehouse venue is known for providing couples with an offbeat setting for their wedding due to its one-of-a-kind antiques. Throughout the venue you’ll find custom furniture and other vintage pieces that create an eclectic ambiance for any wedding day. Big Daddy’s Antiques also has two spaces for you and your future-spouse to choose from, an indoor option, as well as an uncovered outdoor space. This uncovered outdoor space is perfect for couples planning a sit down reception or even a cocktail-style party since it can hold up to 250 guests. The charming warehouse features wooden elements and other oddities that can either help inspire your wedding decor or can be used to transform the event space into your own wedding day aesthetic.

Learn more about Big Daddy's Antiques here»

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The Unique Space

The Unique Space lets couples transform their venue space into any wedding style with the help of its rooftop patio and other charming amenities. The rooftop provides couples with a scenic backdrop for their special day as well as a fun space to party it up! If you are looking for an indoor option, the Unique Space also includes a historic factory that is perfect for celebrating, too. Inside you will be greeted with exposed brick walls and high ceilings, which you and your partner can easily decorate to your liking. The 100-year-old building is filled with charm and evokes an industrial, yet chic vibe to your wedding day.

Learn more about The Unique Space here»

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MountainGate Country Club

If you and your future-spouse have your heart set on a country club venue that also has an outdoor location for your ceremony and reception, then check out MountainGate Country Club. This outdoor country club in Los Angeles works well for either a large or smaller scale wedding. It even has views of the Santa Monica Mountains that are a wow-worthy backdrop for wedding portraits. This elegant venue can easily accommodate up to 300 guests and will make sure no detail goes missed due to its on-site catering and staff. Who wouldn’t want to marry in this garden-inspired country club setting?

Learn more about MountainGate Country Club here»

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Madera Kitchen

Madera Kitchen is a patio restaurant venue nestled in the heart of Hollywood. This hip restaurant definitely has been a hotspot for weddings due to its outdoor locations for both ceremony and reception. The venue also has an indoor location that is filled with exposed beams and high glass ceilings, which creates a boho and laid-back vibe. For cool and casual couples wanting an event space that isn’t the standard garden or country club, Madera makes it easy to host an unforgettable wedding. The max capacity for an outdoor ceremony is 150 guests, which lets couples have the ability to throw an intimate affair. If you are opting for a larger scale wedding, don’t fret! Madera can easily hold up to 400 guests if a couple chooses to utilize the restaurant’s complete venue.

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Garden Villa Events

Another garden-inspired location that is perfect for couples to use as an outdoor wedding venue is the Garden Villa Events. This venue can hold up to 250 guests and is a private venue filled with patios, a courtyard, lagoons and mountain views. Couples looking for a relaxing venue space that also provides in-house catering will love Garden Villa’s all-inclusive packages. Their talented team will help tackle any wedding planning stressors (like finding a florist or even choosing your videographer), which will make your day run extra smooth. The romantic atmosphere of Garden Villa Events will definitely make you and your S.O. feel like you are spending your big day at a one-of-a kind resort.

Learn more about Garden Villa Events here»