25+ Gorgeous Wedding (& Other Event) Venues In or near RVA
BY THE RVAX TEAM
Richmond has some seriously stunning event spaces. And while you may be familiar with the most popular spots, we’ve *also* rounded up the lesser-known, swoon-worthy spots to check out for your next soirée.
Amber Grove
This beautiful and secluded inn has been up and running for more than 20 years, situated in a picturesque countryside setting. The spot boasts incredible country charm and is super close to the city, offering multiple ceremony locations (including a beautiful barn with bistro lighting). There’s also a permanent tent structure with air conditioning and chandeliers, and the spot’s owner is there with you throughout your big day to make sure it’s running perfectly.
Location: 16216 Genito Rd (Moseley)
Bartizan
Located in Glen Allen’s West Broad Village, Bartizan is a full-service restaurant and event venue offering scratch-made cuisine; craft cocktails; premium wines; and a fresh, exciting atmosphere. Here, you can rent out the restaurant, event space, or both. The event space, in partic, features neutral colors, which allows you can set up however you like. There’s on-site catering (with amazing food), lots of parking, and plenty of nearby hotels, as it sits in the heart of Short Pump.
Location: 4035 Whittall Way (Glen Allen)
The Bolling Haxall House
This historic gem in the city offers timeless style for the backdrop of your event, ensuring every detail “is as exquisite as the setting.” It offers a fantastic stage in the reception space for your DJ or band and a grand piano in the lobby that you can use! There’s space for a cocktail hour in the center of the historic foyer (featuring a gorgeous wooden staircase) up front or in the sprawling outdoor area.
Location: 211 E Franklin St (Monroe Ward)
The Branch Museum of Design
As their site puts it, “the Branch Museum elevates the awareness of the transformative power of architecture and design,” giving you the perfect space to lay out your event however you see fit. This space offers indoor and outdoor ceremony options and is nearby plenty of bars and restaurants for post-celebration celebrating. In addition to the beautiful architecture, the venue has cool art in the reception space that changes throughout the year!
Location: 2501 Monument Ave (The Fan)
Burlington Weddings & Events
This spot is one of our area’s more versatile spaces for hosting your next big event. There’s a beautiful bridal cottage for the ladies, a groom's den for the guys, a unique bar space for cocktail hour, parking attendants — classy! — and an amazing grand staircase in the reception area for the background of your pictures!
Location: 13221 John Tyler Memorial Hwy (Charles City)
Common House
When you celebrate here, you and your guests are in the middle of the city, which allows for plenty more entertainment after your event. There’s such a fun and different vibe about this spot, with its cool art and decorative designs. Take advantage of the in-house catering with its amazing food and the huge outdoor patio, which has a retractable roof!
Location: 303 W Broad St (Monroe Ward)
The Dominion Club
This space was newly renovated recently, so it’s looking super fresh and classy for your next big event. Enjoy peace of mind while you plan, knowing this spot offers indoor and outdoor ceremony options, so you have a fantastic rain plan, if needed. The staff is very helpful and friendly and can create any type of cuisine to serve (which always ends up being incredible).
Location: 6000 Dominion Club Dr (Glen Allen)
Historic Hofheimer Building
This Broad St staple makes an excellent option for that I-want-that-Richmond-city-feel for your next big party. There are brick walls and large (but movable), wooden tables everywhere; the space houses a built-in bar for the reception space and offers in-house catering; and when you’re here, you’re also within walking distance of Scott’s Addition.
Location: 2818 W Broad St (Scott’s Addition)
Hollyfield Manor
This spot’s countryside setting allows you to get out of the city without having to go too far. You have multiple options for ceremony locations, an incredible reception hall designed specifically for events, access to the manor house for getting ready and pictures, fantastic menu items for your guests (the spot’s owners ran a catering company, so they do it right!), and the family-owned aspect, which means they especially love what they do here!
Location: 289 Hollyfield Ln (Manquin)
Independence Golf Club
You and your guests are in for much more than a beautiful golf range when you book an event here. There are multiple ceremony locations for weddings, and the space has an amazing flow — you can also rent the entire clubhouse! There are beautiful views and in-house catering with delicious food to boot.
Location: 600 Founders Bridge Blvd (Midlothian)
Oakdale
This space is rustic and modern all at once. There are multiple ceremony sites, including a lakeview location; a beautiful, blank canvas inside with neutral colors to let you create your own vision for design; a large covered porch area, which can be used for cocktail hour; tons of parking; and an on-site venue coordinator. It’s also nearby Short Pump and plenty of hotel options.
Location: 13497 Ashland Rd (Ashland)
Science Museum of Virginia
There may be no better way to celebrate your wedding than in a space that literally celebrates bonding, chemistry, and all things of the like. This museum is right in the middle of the city (but offers lots of parking), and there are multiple rental options, depending on your type of event. If you are planning your wedding, you can use the rotunda with the pendulum — a super unique offering!
Location: 2500 W Broad St (Museum District)
Willow Oaks Country Club
This is another great option to get the country feel without stepping too far outside of the city. Here, the staff treats you like royalty, as you enjoy the gorgeous ballroom and cocktail hour area with its huge windows and water views. There’s plenty of parking and in-house catering with amazing food options to keep your guests satiated between dancing and mingling the day or night away.
Location: 6228 Forest Hill Ave (Westover Hills West)
Other Noteworthy Event Venues
Ashton Creek Vineyard (Chester)
The Barns of Kanak (Prince George)
The Boathouse (Rocketts Landing, Sunday Park, Short Pump, and City Point)
The Cardinal Events & Weddings (Moseley)
Carpenter Theatre (Downtown)
Dover Hall (Manakin-Sabot)
Fine Creek Brewing (Powhatan)
Mankin Mansion (Powhatan)
Hotel Petersburg (Petersburg)
The Jefferson Hotel (Downtown)
The John Marshall Ballrooms (Downtown)
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden (Lakeside)
Main Street Station (Downtown)
The Mill at Fine Creek (Powhatan)
Maymont (Maymont)
The National (Downtown)
Quirk Hotel (Downtown)
Upper Shirley Vineyards (Charles City)
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Thank you to Richmond Photobooth and Rhythm of Love for collaborating on this city guide!