One of the major struggles I've heard couples talk about when it comes to wedding planning is knowing all their options when it comes to wedding venues! There are so SO many, listed in so many different places — and then on top of that, there are other options that don't necessarily market themselves as wedding venues, but still allow weddings... It can be so frustrating trying so sort through everything during the already hectic engagement season. In an attempt to help out a bit, this blog is intended as a comprehensive guide to ALL the wedding venues in and around Gadsden, Alabama. If I've missed one, please reach out to me and let me know so I can get it added!
one / Have a Vision
Your wedding venue is the foundation that your wedding day's look and feel will be based on! As you brainstorm venues, get clear on the vision you have for your wedding day. Is it a candlelit ceremony under the stars? An elegant reception at a historical home like the Lumpkin House? A summer day at the Noccalula Botanical Gardens, filled with sunshine and bright florals? Get on pinterest and find inspo, talk with your partner about their thoughts and ideas, and give yourself the freedom to explore a variety of different ideas.
two / Budget and Prioritize
Before you get too far into your venue search, you'll want to make sure you're on the same page about how much money you want and have to spend on your wedding day, and where you want it to go towards. Do research on realistic wedding costs in your area (Gadsden will have different costs than Albertville, Anniston or Birmingham) spend time talking with friends and family about what they prioritized and what they would prioritize if they could do it again, and have a general plan for what you want to spend in each area of your wedding.
three / Guest List
Who do you want around you on your wedding day? Your list of non-negotiable wedding guests is an important part of choosing your wedding venue. Whether you're envisioning an intimate evening with just your closest friends and family, or an all-out party with everyone you love, you'll need an idea of numbers as you're doing your research. Spend time thinking about who you want around you while you get ready, your ideal ceremony space (and it's max capacity), and even how you'll want your tables set up at the reception.
four / Planner
An experienced local wedding planner is the secret to making your dream day a reality. They'll know the best venues and vendors to work with, have practice flipping a ceremony site into a reception, keep up with all the emails and contracts you'll be needing, and have the perfect backup plan if something goes crazy with the weather. (You know how Gadsden gets in the spring!) I highly (highly!) recommend hiring someone to handle the bulk of the wedding planning, if you want to actually be able to enjoy the wedding.
five / Idea of Wedding Date
Until you have your wedding venue officially booked, you don't have a wedding date — you don't have anywhere to get married! Work with your partner, your planner, and any essential guests to find your ideal wedding date, as well as a couple of backup dates in case your dream venue isn't available on that day. If you aren't particular about a specific date, start with a season and go from there.
GADSDEN WEDDING VENUES: QUICK GUIDE
Below is a favorite blog post that will help you quickly explore some of the wedding venue options you have available to you in and around Gadsden! It goes over my "photographer's picks" — my very favorite venues in Central Alabama, as a wedding photographer, and includes photos of most of them, as well as links to their websites.
I have had quite a few couples tell me how hard it is to find a wedding venue. Upon doing some research myself, I realized that part of the problem is that no one has compiled a list of EVERY wedding venue in the area! So as well as the post above, below you'll find a very long list of places to get married in and around Gadsden.
Because this list is comprehensive, it can be a bit overwhelming!
That's why I'm highly recommending checking out the curated list of the best wedding venues near Gadsden first. If you don't find the right one there, hopefully the following list will flesh out the rest of your options!
With that said: from waterfront venues along the Coosa River to historic mansions, romantic gardens, and unique museum venues perfect for your wedding ceremony and reception, here are ALL the local wedding venues in and around Gadsden, Alabama!
GADSDEN WEDDING VENUES
These are ALL the wedding venues within Gadsden, as well as any that are less than 30 minutes away. Keep scrolling to see options for venues further away than that!
J&D Farms
The Venue at Coosa Landing
Evergreen Venue
The Barn on Grandview
Blue Hole (Dive Land Park)
Brunson Farms
Cove Acre Farms
Gadsden Country Club
Gadsden Museum of Art
The Glasshouse at Alabama Eden
GOL Activity Center
Gunn-Bellenger House
Noccalula Falls Botanical Garden
Noccalula Falls Chapel
Noccalula Mountain Vineyard
Red Barn Weddings and Events
River Rocks Landing
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Silver Lakes (Silver Lakes Golf Club)
Rockledge Terrace
Ryan Acres
Seraphim Grace
Taiva’s Farm
The Woman’s Club of Gadsden
WEDDING VENUES WITHIN 30-45 MINUTES
Below you'll find venues that aren't IN Gadsden... but are pretty dang close. Boaz, Anniston, and Springville all have beautiful wedding venues that are all about 30-45 minutes from Gadsden!
Caanan Acres
The Magnolia House on Weiss Lake (Magnolia Overlook)
Oak Meadow Event Center
Otter Creek Farm
The Secret Bed and Breakfast
BOAZ WEDDING VENUES
The Barn at Garrard Circle
Gore Creek
Prayer Rock Weddings
Rustic Pine Farms
ANNISTON WEDDING VENUES
Anniston City Meeting Center
Buckner Event Plaza
Hall Farms Weddings and Events
The Michael Wedding Barn
Parker House Bed and Breakfast
Springwood Inn
SPRINGVILLE WEDDING VENUES
Mathews Manor
Mountain View Gardens and Ballroom
The Woodall Building
WEDDING VENUES WITHIN 1 HOUR
An hour honestly isn't a bad drive, especially for a particularly cool spot! Below you'll find places to get married in Albertville, Pell City, and Birmingham, as well as others within an hour of Gadsden.
The Barn at Bennett Flats
Mallard Oaks Farm
Ramsey Ranch
Red Gates at Kelly Creek
The Rock House Events
Shadow Wood Manor
Silver Run Chapel
Sweet Seasons Farm Event Barn
The Sunset At Smallwood Farms
Tara Plantation Wedding Venue
The Willows Manor and Gardens
ALBERTVILLE WEDDING VENUES
Harmony Hills Ranch
The Lumpkin House
Majestic Venue
PELL CITY WEDDING VENUES
Applewood Farm
The Barn at Dry Creek Farms
BIRMINGHAM WEDDING VENUES
Avenue D Events
Avondale Brewing Company
B&A Warehouse
The Barn at Shady Lane
Birmingham's Ensley Live Entertainment Loft
Birmingham Museum of Art
Birmingham Zoo
Boutwell Auditorium
BridgeStreet Gallery and Loft
Clubhouse On Highland
The Donnelly House
Doubletree Birmingham Perimeter Park
East 59 Cafe
Elyton Hotel
Events at Haven
The Florentine
Gabrella Manor
Goldstein & Cohen Building
Greystone Golf and Country Club
The Hanger Avondale
The Harbert Center
Hoover Lake House and Gazebo
Hoover Randle Home and Gardens
Inverness Country Club
Iron City Bahm
Jazzi's On 3rd
Lumi
Martin Luther King Jr Recreation Center
Meet on Morris
Oxmoor Community Center
Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa
Royal Venues
Satterfields
Sheraton Birmingham Hotel
Soiree Event Gallery
Swann Lake Stables
The Theodore
Tiny Weddings Birmingham
TJ Tower Events
The Tutwiler Hotel
Tuxedo Ballroom
The Venue at CJP
Vulcan Park and Museum
Windwood Weddings
Woodrow Hall
2713 Christopher Glenn
WEDDING VENUES WITHIN 2 HOURS
If you're willing to drive up to two hours from Gadsden, your wedding venue options open up even more! Besides the ones I've listed here, it's also definitely worth looking into Atlanta, Chattanooga, and Huntsville venues.
Alabama 4-H Center
The Barn Smith Lake
Belle Farm
Bradford Farm and Venue
The Cabin at the Lodge
Calera Community Center, pavilions through calera parks and rec
Camp Liberty
Camp Meadowbrook
Cat-n-Bird Winery
Creekside Meadows Wedding Venue
Crest Farm Barn
Cypress Lake Farms Event Venue
Douglas Manor
The Farm of St Clair
The Farrell
The Gin at West Point
Hamilton Place Pursell Farms
Hazelwood Venue
Heaven Hill
Heirloom Farm
Henley Estates
Hillside 91
Lemon Ridge Events
The Lodge at Mallard Landing
Marquee Oasis
The Mitchell House
The Oaks
Ozan Winery & YH Distillery
Quail Creek Weddings
Russell Lands on Lake Martin
Spring Creek Weddings and Events
Springhouse at Crossroads
The Stables at Juniper Farms
The Sterling Castle
Tune Farms
The Up & Up at McLellan’s
The Venue at Lilly Lous the Pines
Windwood Equestrian
Yellowleaf Creek Mill
TUSCALOOSA VENUES
The Alamite Hotel
Bama Bed and Breakfast
Bryant Conference Center
Embassy Suites by Hilton
Hotel Capstone
The Jack Warner at Northriver
Jemison-Van De Graaf Mansion
Northriver Yacht Club
The Pavilion at Cypress Inn
Seven Oaks Farm
Stonewood Farms Event Venue
Tuscaloosa River Market
The University of Alabama
The Villa
MEET SARAH
Gadsden, Alabama Wedding Photographer
Based in Gadsden (but photographing weddings and engagements from Birmingham to Huntsville!) I go into every wedding day with the knowledge that your wedding photos are some of the only photos that stick around generationally — they are a critical part of the story your family will learn about you! I consider it’s my responsibility and privilege to help tell that story honestly and elegantly.
You should probably know: I will cry during your dad's speech. I will be getting down on the dance floor with your guests. I'll help you plan intentional time with your partner and closest friends and family on your wedding day — and step back so that you can experience those core memories without interruption. I'll guide you through portraits and wedding prep, work closely with your other vendors to make the magic happen, and capture every moment of your wedding day in all its glory.
If that's the kind of wedding photographer you're looking for...
You're in the right place.
SARAH MISMASH PHOTOGRAPHY
Sarah Mismash is an Alabama wedding photographer. She photographs weddings, engagements, and proposals throughout the state, including the Gadsden, Birmingham, Guntersville, and Anniston areas.
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