Find Wedding Ideas: East Texas Wedding Venues You'll Love

East Texas has so many beautiful wedding venues -- we have plenty of suggestions, depending on what you are looking for. We share our faves here.

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Texas' 19 Best Hidden Gem Wedding Venues

Texas' 19 Best Hidden Gem Wedding Venues

On the hunt for a not-your-average wedding venue in Texas? The lone-star state is known for its large destination-worthy cities, rolling Hill Country, and variety of ranches and barns. And tucked away in this charming state are some rare gems in places you wouldn't expect to find them! Feast your eyes on these surprising and unexpected locations that are often hiding in plain sight!


11 Whimsical Woodsy Wedding Venues in East Texas

11 Whimsical Woodsy Wedding Venues in East Texas

Want to get married amongst the trees? East Texas has a wealth of forested wedding venues where Mother Nature reigns supreme. With 3 large national forests, you are sure to find your dream wedding venue for a woodsy celebration!


11 Gorgeous East Texas Barn, Ranch, and Farm Wedding Venues

11 Gorgeous East Texas Barn, Ranch, and Farm Wedding Venues

Ahhhh…it’s amazing how a little bit of country can make your wedding positively enchanting. You'll usually find beautiful grounds and charming indoor spaces. And barns are a major attraction, be they weathered and historic or updated with all the modern amenities you could want. These East Texas venues offer a variety of ranch/farm settings, and many boast other assets like a gazebo, pond, or outdoor chapel. Whether you envision a place that's full-on rustic or one that leans more towards elegant, one of these is sure to fit you perfectly.


4 Affordable East Texas Wedding Venues

4 Affordable East Texas Wedding Venues

Affordable Wedding Venues in East Texas really do exist! Whether you're looking for a lakeside retreat, a rustic barn, or a winery, you'll find them all in this region—and they'll fit your budget. Don’t forget: If you’re flexible with your date and can host your event on a weekday, Sunday, or during an off-peak time, you’ll get the biggest bang for your buck.


3 Waterfront Wedding Venues in East Texas

3 Waterfront Wedding Venues in East Texas

Waterfront weddings offer something extra! East Texas is home to a variety of venues where you can host your big day next to a glimmering lake or pond. From a 35-acre gated retreat to a ranch with photogenic zebras and whitetail deer, there’s a waterfront wedding venue to suit your style and budget.


Outdoor Beauty Flourishes at These 10 East Texas Wedding Venues

Outdoor Beauty Flourishes at These 10 East Texas Wedding Venues

With picturesque countryside in every direction, East Texas is an ideal location for an outdoor wedding. From a ranch and vineyard to a charming retreat and private estate, East Texas has some of the state's best al fresco wedding venues.


12 of the Best East Texas Wedding Venues

12 of the Best East Texas Wedding Venues

Although it's known as the "Piney Woods Wonderland" thanks to its many forested areas, East Texas is worth visiting for more than its abundance of trees. If you host a weekend wedding at one of the venues featured, why not add some extra fun to the festivities by exploring a few of the attractions East Texas has to offer.


Cheers! Our Top 10 Favorite Texas Winery Wedding Venues

Cheers! Our Top 10 Favorite Texas Winery Wedding Venues

What could be more memorable and romantic than a winery or vineyard wedding? And with Texas now the fastest-growing wine region in the country, you’ll have your choice of visually stunning locales, each with its own charms and personality.


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