The Best Outdoor Wedding Venues in Donovan, IL

The Best Outdoor Wedding Venues in Donovan, IL

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Meyer's Castle 

5.0

  • Up to 325 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

Meyer’s Castle in Dyer, Indiana, offers a unique and historic venue for weddings. The castle-like architecture and beautiful gardens create a romantic and enchanting setting. Guests appreciate the attentive service and flexibility to customize the space to suit their wedding vision. The professional staff ensures a smooth and memorable event, from planning to execution. Meyer’s Castle provides a fairytale-like venue with historic charm and modern amenities.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides catering services
  • Lush gardens
  • All-inclusive venue packages

Venue considerations

  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
We recently got married at Meyer's Castle, and it was an absolute dream come true. My husband, Jeff, and I fell in love with this venue at first sight. We love how private and intimate it is. The castle is completely gated and surrounded by dense trees. You would never know that such an oasis exists just outside of Chicago. When you enter the gate, you drive on a long driveway to the top where you see the castle sitting on the hill. It's quite impressive and reminds me of destination weddings in Europe. The best part is that you don't have to leave the country. We decided to opt for the outdoor reception, which is their most expensive option because it involves a plan B in case of bad weather. The plan B was to host a reception in one of their gorgeous ballrooms. We could choose between two. However, the outdoor reception was so worth it. We were lucky enough to have a perfect sunny day without it being too hot. The venue's booking manager told us that September is their most popular month for weddings, and now I understand why—the weather was absolutely perfect. The team at Meyer's Castle was very friendly, professional, and always responded to our questions in a timely manner. It was totally worth it to hire their Month-Off coordinator, Kate. She was amazing! They also have a list of preferred vendors who they don't force you to hire but recommend based on their experience with them. We hired a photographer and a cake vendor from Meyer's Castle's list, and we were extremely happy we did. The venue's newly renovated bridal suite is cute and elegant at the same time. It has beautiful baby blue peacock wallpaper and a grand gold mirror. They actually have real peacocks living on the property, so the wallpaper in the bridal suite really fits the theme of the venue. This place is awesome. You can have both the wedding ceremony and reception at the same location, which is very convenient and stress-free. I don't like ceremonies in the church, and I would choose over and over to exchange my vows with my husband in the beautiful, green, lush gardens with birds singing around us.
Charlotte & J., a year ago
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Fair Oaks Farms 

4.5

Fair Oaks, IN
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Fair Oaks Farms offers multiple wedding packages and are available and tailored to you. Country Weddings you dreamed of, and the weekend no one will forget! Sweeping Views and mouthwatering farm to table foods. 3 Outdoor Ceremony sites and a Ballroom to accommodate up to 230 guests or rent a tent for a night under the stars for 300+ guests!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a warm and cozy vibe
  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Full catering menu to choose from

Venue considerations

  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Fair Oaks Farms was a nice venue for our wedding, though their communication style was a bit minimal on the actual wedding day. The quality of their work and value was very nice - the servers were attentive and helpful throughout the evening. However, when our official reception time was up at 11pm, the staff turned on all the lights and rushed us to gather our belongings and vacate the reception hall immediately. This made the end of our special night feel a bit abrupt and hurried. Overall, Fair Oaks Farms provided a pleasant setting for our wedding, but could improve the communication and transition at the end of the night.
Jacqueline R., a month ago
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The Barn & Vineyard 

5.0

Beecher, IL
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $6,500

Imagine your dream wedding at a rustic barn venue, steeped in the charm of family tradition. Our family-owned and operated barn offers exposed beams, warm tones, and a timeless ambiance. Celebrate your love story in a setting that is both elegant and inviting, perfect for creating memories that will last a lifetime. Let our family host yours for a truly special day. The ceremony site, tucked within our vineyard, offers breathtaking views and ease of access. The Barn & Vineyard is the all-in-one venue for the rustic wedding of your dreams. Our Main floor includes two full-service bars, a cocktail lounge with stunning brick accents, dance floor, dessert area & bridal suite. Our indoor/outdoor cocktail lounge creates the perfect setting for a comfortable and entertaining cocktail hour, complete with outdoor games, bistro lighting, brick and wooden decorative accents, covered outdoor space, fire pits, rocking chairs and a cigar bar.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides catering services
  • Rustic-chic setting
  • Surrounded by beautiful vineyards

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not for you if you prefer a more modern aesthetic
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
The Barn & Vineyard most definitely knows how to put together a fabulous wedding. From the beautiful vineyard meticulously maintained, to the Chef who can cater a delicious menu you can choose from, plus you have an onsite Coordinator who goes out of her way to cover all loose ends that maybe missed. All the staff at The Barn & Vineyard are on top of their game. With a wedding little things may not go just as planned but the staff know just how to handle things seamlessly. If you like an outdoor wedding with a rustic flare, The Barn & Vineyard is the place.
Krista & A., 8 months ago
The Design Barn 

5.0

Hebron, IN
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

When love is in the air the day should be magical, and behind the big sliding doors and the twinkling lights, there is a noteworthy team attentive to your details. Whether it’s formal or flannel, glitter or boots, we’ve got your day covered. This venue can adapt its industrial barn setting to suit your big day no matter the scale. A comfortable wedding for 50 to 300 happy guests. Feel free to dig in and discover the details but for the VIP tour, call us right away. We look forward to rolling out the carpet to show you all that we can offer.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers full-service amenities
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Choosing the Design Barn as our venue was truly the best decision ever! When planning our wedding, we only visited two places and knew right away that this was the one for us. It’s such a unique and spunky place with the best vibes out there. They have so much to offer and we were able to customize our special day to work the best for us. We did our ceremony and reception on site, and there was so much space for everything. Huge thanks to Alex and the whole Design Barn team for helping our vision come to life. They did our table decor, photo booth background, and so much more! And they literally have the most amazing food options to choose from. We did appetizers, dinner, and a late night snack! Plus a bridal lunch while we were getting ready. They covered all the bases and are so flexible and easy to work with. They truly made sure that our special day was the best day ever!
Erin & T., 3 months ago
Engelbrecht Farm 

5.0

Paxton, IL
  • Up to 220 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,000

Engelbrecht Farm sits on 8 acres and is located in the heart of farming country. A very unique structural features of the barn is the opening to allow guests to be seated to two levels and both levels can look at the head table for a gallery type feel. The other unique feature is its size. It is the largest actual barn (not modern structure that looks like a barn) within multiple states at 4500 square feet. Adjacent to the barn is the old 4000 square foot feedlot with flower garden and iron pergola. Late in the day makes for a great spot for outdoor games. With the barn comes the recently restored, three bedroom farmhouse originally constructed in the 1890’s. One amazing aspect for the wedding package is it’s a standard three day booking. Families arrive on Friday and check out on Sunday. This gives them time to relax and take the whole experience in. Plus the time is spent making their wedding their own. This is the place for imagination and creativity to really shine.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Allows pets

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • Requires outside catering services
My husband and I had our wedding reception at Englebrecht Farm last September and had to change many details last minute due to the pandemic. Chris was extremely flexible and understanding of our situation. He helped us safely plan our dream wedding and made sure everything went perfect for us. The barn is original, rustic and absolutely beautiful. You can really make it fit your vision with your decorations, lights, etc. You get access to the barn and farmhouse for the entire weekend of your wedding which takes out a lot of the stress and time constraints that usually occur. I can’t say enough good things about this place and the people who run it! If your looking for a rustic wedding venue in the area that is just down the road from a brand new hotel and several local businesses for your guests to enjoy, I highly recommend Englebrecht Farm!
Haley and A., 4 years ago
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Aberdeen Manor Ballroom And Event Center 

5.0

Valparaiso, IN
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,000

Aberdeen Manor is a one-stop shop for your wedding ceremony and reception. There is a garden and a chapel available for the ceremony located right next to the ballroom for the reception. Wedding coordination and planning are included. Your wedding is the only wedding taking place on property that day!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Offers full-service amenities
  • Caters to out-of-town guests

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No free parking
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
We had a beautiful wedding at Aberdeen. Everything was just as we hoped for and more. The staff is great and very helpful throughout the process. They make sure everything is taken care of along the way so nothing is missing on the day. They offer many options from the ceremony space, to table settings and more. We had many compliments on the food as well! Their preferred vendor list also led us to other amazing connections for the day. We would highly recommend booking with Aberdeen!
Emily N., 6 months ago
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Experience EOS 

5.0

Homewood, IL
  • Up to 25 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,000

Why wait? Your Love should be the focus on your special day. We create a custom experience (Elopements, Micro-weddings and Vow Renewal Ceremonies) for you and your guests (up to 25). Our experiences include officiating, photography, and (upon request) overnight accommodations in our wellness-centered bed and breakfast. LGTBQIA2S+ ally 🏳‍🌈

Why you'll love this venue

  • Dressing room available
  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • Small venue, not ideal for a large guest lists
  • Does not have a dance floor
  • Does not allow pets
We worked with EOS to design multiple events. Their space is perfect for small gatherings for any occasion!
Anom Exchange, 2 years ago
Crozehead Cooperage Co LLC 
Monee, IL
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $3,500

The Crow and Calico Tavern at Crozehead Cooperage is a truly unique venue. Set on the backdrop of the oldest farm in Monee, built in 1864, we are the only cooperage in Illinois and one of only 28 in the US. We are 2023 honorees of the IL Bureau of Tourism 'Illinois Makers' award. With over 5 acres, including 2 acres of woodland, a nature trail and a scenic pond, it lends itself to a fairy tale atmosphere. The Crow and Calico Tavern is a quaint and cozy premium whiskey bar with a European feel. A biergarten provides 750 square feet of covered space and includes use of our high tables and fest tables if desired. A furnished side patio provides an ideal spot for a cigar and bourbon! Furnished alcoves along our woodline with fire pits to light the night sky and warm guests souls. We provide a furnished 20 x 30 cocktail tent and outdoor bar. The price includes 2 bartenders for 8 hours as well as an on-site cooper to provide barrel crafting demonstrations and tours at your guests leisure.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Unique barn setting
  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No on-site guest accommodations
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Ravisloe Country Club 
Homewood, IL
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $16,000

Choosing the perfect venue for your ceremony and reception is one of the biggest decisions you will make in planning your wedding. At Ravisloe Country Club we will make sure that you and all of your guests have the most memorable experience. Let our seasoned staff show you how celebrating your wedding at Ravisloe will be the perfect way to launch your life and create great memories for you, your families and friends to share. Ravisloe Country Club provides a refined elegance that will awe your guests with an inspiring blend of architecture and majestic natural landscapes for all to enjoy.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a warm and cozy vibe
  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests

Venue considerations

  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists

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About wedding venues in Donovan, IL

How much do wedding venues typically cost in Donovan, IL?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. Donovan, IL offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. Raw venue space rentals (which only include the space itself) start at $5,000 and average $5,000. All-inclusive packages start at $650 and average $5,000.

What types of venues can I find in Donovan, IL?

Donovan offers a wide range of venues, including Ballroom, Barn and ranch and Park and garden.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in Donovan, IL?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include The Mill At Sugar Grove Reception Hall, Castle Finn Vineyard & Winery, Inc. and I Hotel & Illinois Conference Center. But just like finding "the one," finding the perfect wedding venue takes time and a little bit of magic. Start by envisioning your dream wedding - the ambiance, style, and location. Then, explore our extensive collection of carefully curated wedding venues. Our marketplace provides detailed information, stunning photos, and real couples' reviews to help you make an informed decision. Trust your instincts, and when you find that venue that gives you butterflies, you'll know it's the one.

What questions should I ask when booking a venue in Donovan, IL?

It all depends on what you're looking for, but you may want to consider things like whether the venue has an on-site bridal suite (62% in Donovan do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (62% in Donovan do!).

Additionally, some venues work with certain caterers and require a minimum food and beverage spend in addition to the space rentals. Others might have a recommended list of preferred caterers that they'd like you to work with.

Can the venues in Donovan, IL accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in Donovan, IL can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 1200. The average venue in Donovan can seat 200 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in Donovan, IL offer?

The venues in Donovan, IL are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Event staff, Bar services and Set up. Some venues even offer Transportation!

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