Southwestern Wedding Goals: 14 Hot Destination Wedding Venues in Arizona

Fab Features: multiple outdoor ceremony sites include sweeping views of the stunning red rock formations, a creekside lawn, and a private garden • thoughtfully-designed Sedona wedding menus for couples to choose from, with customization and enhancement options • area offers lots of attractions and activities—from a trip to the Grand Canyon to a hot-air balloon tour

Fab Features: serene ceremonies on the main lawn, bordered by a grove of lovely mesquite trees and a spectacular cascading waterfall wall • additional al fresco spaces include the intimate Waterfall Terrace and the palm- and flower-bordered Lawn Court • receptions in the elegant Vaquero Ballroom or the Arizona Ballroom, outfitted with local elements like stained oak millwork and fossil stone accents

Fab Features: a picturesque collection of galleries and shops fashioned after a traditional Mexican village • the exquisite chapel offers an unforgettable backdrop for intimate vows, with its stained-glass windows and hand-painted mural behind the altar • authentic detailing, old world charm, stately trees, and beautiful plantings create an elegant backdrop for all wedding day festivities

Fab Features: world-class luxury retreat set in the foothills of the Santa Rita and Tumacacori Mountain ranges • after prepping inside the dreamy dressing suite, say "I do" in front of the 17th-century Mission-style chapel • receptions in the fabulous Geronimo Ballroom, with its open beam ceiling, floor-to-ceiling windows, and adjacent patio overlooking the pond

Fab Features: luxurious resort that evokes a charming Andalusian village in Spain • breathtaking lawn ceremonies with the majestic Camelback Mountain as a backdrop • receptions in one of the two ballrooms or the Castillo Lucena, with its exposed-beam cathedral ceiling, antique mirrors, and wood flooring

Fab Features: outdoor venue nestled beside Coconino National Forest with unobstructed views of Sedona's red rocks • on-site accommodations include full kitchens, outdoor grills, a flat screen television, and amazing views • enjoy a dip in the pool, play some golf nearby, hike, bike, or just savor a nightcap by the campfire as you watch for shooting stars

Fab Features: a cabin colony retreat set amongst tall pines with sweeping views of the rugged countryside and Mogollan Rim • wedding package includes exclusive use of the property, including all 14 cabins for two nights • nearby attractions include Fossil Creek, Tonto Natural Bridge, Woods Canyon Lake, Tonto and Coconino National Forests, Christopher Creek, Sedona, and Flagstaff

Fab Features: cosmopolitan resort offering five-star amenities, comprehensive wedding packages, and gorgeous views • the two-tiered Troon Lawn with a boulder waterfall and elevated fire pit makes a stunning outdoor ceremony setting • adobe casitas surrounded by towering saguaro cacti are just some of the exceptionally cozy accommodations available

Fab Features: outdoor venues feature the distinctive beauty of the Sonoran Desert and North Phoenix Mountain Preserve • wedding packages include all the essentials while leaving plenty of room for personalization • plush resort amenities include spacious all-suite accommodations, sun-drenched pools, cabanas, waterfalls, fine dining, world-class golf, and a full-service spa

Fab Features: rustic indoor and outdoor event spaces surrounded by nine acres of lush gardens, sprawling lawns, and views of Camelback Mountain • ceremony fee includes complimentary suite for the couple, white garden chairs, personal greeters, iced water service, and more • stay luxuriously in historic estate-style accommodations, villas, and casitas

Fab Features: situated in the heart of Chandler's historic downtown area, this resort has been hosting unforgettable weddings since 1912 • two outdoor ceremony venues with lush greenery, a vine covered pergola, and large white arch • resort amenities include spacious guest rooms and suites, a resort-style pool, on-site salon, and 18-hole championship golf course

Fab Features: this sprawling castle offers stunning backdrops for a royally enchanting celebration • the grounds sparkle with magical details including massive 200-year-old wooden doors, crystal chandeliers, a statue garden, and dancing water fountains • one of the only wedding venues in Phoenix with exclusive permits to light fireworks over the valley sky

Fab Features: private event venue features breathtaking, historically accurate architectural details inspired by the grand villas of Tuscany • gorgeous outdoor spaces include bountiful gardens, a charming brick piazza, and tiered fountains • wedding package includes the assistance of an experienced on-site coordinator and spacious getting-ready suites

Fab Features: secluded “dude ranch” located on 60,000 acres offering unbelievable views of the desert and surrounding Rincon Mountains • indoor and outdoor spaces include a fireside terrace, an inviting ballroom, and the original 1930s hilltop residence of the ranch's owner • luxurious Southwest lodging on-site and activities such as horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, and tennis lessons

Venue pictured: The Scottsdale Plaza Resort