Unique Wedding Ideas
Here Comes The Guide has been around since 1989, so we've seen our fair share of wedding trends. But one thing we know for sure? There are always new and exciting ways to make a wedding uniquely YOU. The creativity of our wedding venues, vendors, and couples never ceases to amaze us!
Are you jonesing for a one-of-a-kind wedding? Find inspo via the articles below! From some of the most unique wedding venues across the country to ideas that show off a signature sense of style, there's no shortage of inspiration when it comes to creating a truly distinct day.
15 Unique Boston Wedding Venues
What's so great about wedding venues in the Boston Area? Everything! The range of options is amazing, from waterfront hotels and museums to a rooftop aerie and a fleet of tall ships. Check out our picks for some of the most unique locations in and around Boston!
11 Unique Maryland Wedding Venues We're Crushing On!
Planning a wedding on the Maryland side of the DC Metro area? You’ll discover a wealth of sites full of history and character, including contemporary architectural masterpieces and a fairytale hilltop castle.
9 Downtown Houston Wedding Venues With Style
Downtown Houston has a wealth of captivating wedding venues, from historic hotels and ballrooms to an industrial-chic fire station and regal theater. They all have plenty of style, and many come with city skyline views, lots of amenities, and so much more!
Dare To Be Different: 6 Unique Los Angeles Wedding Venues
Anything goes in Los Angeles, so it's no surprise that this county is home to some of the Southland's most intriguing wedding venues.
11 Unique Pittsburgh Wedding Venues
Who knew Pittsburgh has so many unique wedding venues? Whether you want to get married at home plate, dine in the company of sharks, or treat your guests to cutting-edge art, this city offers a surprising variety of out-of-the-ordinary places for special events.
Big Easy Style! 9 of New Orleans' Best Wedding Venues
New Orleans is a top U.S. vacation—and wedding—destination, a special place where the unique mix of history, culture, music, and cuisine creates an irresistible vibe. It's equally appealing for weddings, with venues that are certain to charm you, from historic mansions to an industrial-chic former coffee warehouse.
Unique Wedding Venue Idea: Galleries and Museums
If you're looking for an interesting wedding venue that's just a bit offbeat, why not consider a gallery, museum, planetarium, or even an aquarium? We consider museum and gallery venues to be gems—so we've summed up their advantages with our own version of "the 4 Cs": Classy, Cultural, Conversational, and Cool.
13 Signature Wedding Details That AREN’T Cocktails
We've all heard of "signature cocktails," but there are so many more ways to personalize your wedding! Check out our ideas for 13 Signature Wedding Details That AREN’T Cocktails. Your guests will thank you when they don't have such a wicked hangover the next morning.
Magical and Mystical: 8 Sedona Wedding Venues with Stunning Red Rock Views
Magical Sedona is a mecca for artists, tourists, and outdoor enthusiasts. It's also a one-of-a-kind destination if you're seeking a unique natural setting for your own one-of-a-kind wedding experience. In this mystical and spiritual place, you'll find a variety of venues from rustic to indulgent, along with spectacular views of the area's world-famous red rocks.
Leave Your Heart In San Francisco: 15 Unique SF Wedding Venues You'll Love
San Francisco is famous for many things: iconic bay views, great parks, and more incredible restaurants per capita than just about anywhere else in the country to name a few. But it's also a prime destination for weddings, thanks to a wealth of unique venues.
Think Unique: 7 Out-of-the-Ordinary Ft Lauderdale Wedding Venues
Couples looking for an "outside the box" venue have lots of options in Fort Lauderdale. You'll find everything from sweep-you-off-your-feet romantic escapes to quirky art installations...there's even a haunted hideaway!
Modern Meets Timeless: 14 NYC Industrial Wedding Venues Perfectly On Point
Lofts and repurposed industrial buildings provide one-of-a-kind settings for a trendy, eclectic wedding. They’re often historic and always filled with interesting elements, like original columns, brick walls, exposed ductwork, industrial lighting…even great views and cool artwork.
11 Lofts & Industrial Spaces We Love For Your Chicago Wedding
Often historic and always architecturally interesting, lofts offer a wealth of design possibilities for a trendy, eclectic wedding - and Chicago is loaded with them! Whether you choose a repurposed old factory or a sleek urban gallery, these unique venues will have you swooning over their original columns, brick walls, exposed ductwork, and industrial lighting. Here's a look at some of our favorite loft-style venues that make for a super-chic setting for your celebration!
That Fort Worth Flair: 12 Unique Wedding Venues
From cowboys to culture, Fort Worth is a city of enticing extremes. There are so many things to pique your interest, including world-class museums, great regional dining, music, dancing, rodeo, Nascar, and even the city’s history.
6 Dallas Wedding Venues For An Event That's Uniquely You!
Couples looking for an "outside the box" wedding venue in Dallas are in luck—the city's rich history and varied urban landscape mean unique places to celebrate are in ample supply. The following locations offer a broad range of wonderful settings, all conveniently situated in the Metroplex.
9 of Denver's Most Unique Wedding Venues
Denver may be famous for its majestic mountains and "Wild West" reputation, but there's so much more to discover in and around this creative, eclectic city. If you've set your sights on a unique wedding in the Mile High City, check out this collection of some of our favorite places to celebrate!
Distinctively Different: 7 Unique Wedding Venues in Atlanta
In a city as richly diverse as Atlanta, you’ll find a wealth of out-of-the-ordinary settings. If you’re looking for a unique venue for your celebration, Atlanta’s got you covered.
27 Ridiculously Fun Wedding Ideas
The main point of any wedding is for you and your partner to get married, right? But beyond that, it may also be the biggest party you'll ever throw! And when we think of the word “party,” we think FUN.
15 Unique Tennessee Wedding Venues
If an "outside the box" celebration is on your list of must-haves, check out the following locations. You'll find a restored 19th-century train station, a wildlife sanctuary, a pink palace, and a vintage theater among this selection of Tennessee’s unique and inspiring wedding venues.
Urban-Chic: 7 Unique Downtown LA Wedding Venues
Downtown LA is alive and thriving! Its mother lode of historic architecture and museums, as well as cultural, entertainment and sporting events, makes it a great place to turn your wedding into a mini-vacation. And, when it comes to venue choices for the Big Day, you’ll find whatever vibe you’re looking for: Old World glamour, sleek and modern, traditional elegance—even places with a hipster edge. Check out these possibilities—you’re sure to find one…or two…or three! that fit your personal style.
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