15 Best Outdoor Venues in Hamilton
Hamilton Wedding Photographer – Josie Nicole
Hamilton is a city that’s located in a prime spot for events like weddings! It’s close enough to big-city Toronto that there are still lots of trendy spots, but we’re also in between lake country and the whole wine region of Niagara!
That just means that there are so many incredible options for you to no matter what your vision!
My personal favourite weddings are outdoors! If you’re also down for an outdoor wedding then you’ll really want to check out these 15 outdoor venues in Hamilton (some in the surrounding area, but all close to the city!)
Some of these venues are right in the city and others are closer to Niagara but they’re all worth being on this list! Enjoy these 15 outdoor venues in Hamilton and the surrounding area!
1. Dyment’s Glen Drummond Farm
Let’s start with one of the most stunning venues I’ve ever seen! This place is stunning! It’s a local farm just outside of the city that happens to have the most amazing open concept reception space along with a gorgeous valley lookout right behind the ceremony spot!
Check out their website here!
Guest Capacity – 200
Location – Dundas
2. Whitehern Historic House & Gardens
This venue has the vibe of a castle in the forest and it is to die for! It’s much more elegant and less rustic but still has so much nature and greenery!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 40+
Location – Hamilton
3. Earth to Table Farm
Think glamorous farm/barn with lots of versatility. This space can be curated into whatever you want. There is so much flexibility with the decor route you could go here! I absolutely love this venue!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 240
Location – Waterdown
4. Ancaster Mill
Ancaster mill is perfect for couples that want both indoor and outdoor options. They run a tight ship with food that will absolutely impress! Next week I have a blog post coming out of a wedding at Elora Mill and once you see that you’ll be easily able to imagine how beautiful Ancaster Mill is. They’re under the same ownership and have similar vibes!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – Range from 32-300
Location – Ancaster
5. Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery
We are basically neighbours with wine country so it’s a great option for an outdoor event! Think endless wine pours, lake views, grape vines to roam around and be romantic in! This venue is super close to the city making it a win.
Check out the website here!
Location – Beamsville
6. Royal Botanical Garden
The Royal Botanical Garden is great because there are so many little pockets of the property that can host your wedding. This means a ton of variety in the backdrop for you to choose from. Some spaces are more intimate, some are tented, indoors, outdoors and others offer a great lush environment. We love options!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 20-300
Location – Burlington
7. Bench Brewing Company
This venue is probably one of my favourites! I love beer. That makes this venue easy to love! haha, but they have a great spot that is outdoorsy and urban with the red brick brewhouse and views for days! The patio here is also great with lovely twinkle lights. This is for an outdoorsy, fun, adventurous couple that wants an intimate wedding!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 12-50 guests
Location – Beamsville – This venue is 35 minutes from Hamilton towards St. Catherines.
8. Woodland Weddings
This venue is really magical. It’s surrounded by trees and truly in the forest! It’s also a waterfront ceremony site which is also super incredible!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 150
Location – This venue is 50 minutes from Hamilton towards St. Catherines.
9. Westfield Heritage Village
This outdoor venue is for the romantics out there! Old buildings and a gazebo right in the center! This is a great venue for easy and quick photo spots.
Check out the website here!
Guest count – 110
Location – 25 minutes away from Hamilton towards Cambridge.
10. The Spice Factory (Patio)
The Spice Factory is a great space. Very urban, modern and right in the city of Hamilton. This venue is one of the most popular in the city for a reason, its gorgeous red brick walls and the simplicity of the space lend themselves so well to unique and varying decor options. The patio is super lovely with beautiful dark wood fences and big green trees spilling over, it will please all!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – Patio 100
Location – Hamilton
11. Marquis Gardens Burlington
If you love looking out onto the lake then this venue is a great option to consider. It has a create paved patio (hi heels not sinking into the grass!), that overlooks the lake. The venue is set back behind a little green space so you also have some beautiful greens to look out at too. It’s a great space for those who want a city event with all their friends and family!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 200
Location – Burlington (They have two other locations but both are indoors)
12. Cave Spring Vineyard
This venue is so gorgeous. This venue is also technically 6 other venues. Inn on The Twenty owns a ton of different spots to get married. They have the Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery Weddings, The Escarpment Site, Headlands Site and many more all on and around the Cave Spring Winery and Vineyard. Rustic, old stone buildings, wood pillars, newly renovated modern features as well as many great views of the vineyard and the lake! You can’t lose with this one!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 60-225 (keep in mind certain venues may be indoors)
Location – Beamsville – 35-40 minutes from Hamilton
13. Lasalle Park
This venue is classically beautiful. Great greenery and open space for your ceremony to take place, for guests to roam and have fun. If you’re looking to have a wedding central, accessible but still a space that feels open, elegant and in the countryside this is a great option. There are tons of great photo spots on the property and nearby!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 25-225
Location – Burlington
14. David Springer Estate
This event space is very pretty! The building itself has gorgeous old sandstones and the surrounding area is really refreshing, green and lovely. Your guests will enjoy themselves walking around and exploring the beautiful property.
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 85-200
Location – Burlington
15. Edgewater Manor
This venue is elegant, classy has great lake views and has a fabulous menu. You most definitely will love this space if you want lake views! I love photographing near and around water and this spot is perfect! Beautiful building centers the space with lots of lush, green walking space all around as well so you’ll be in love with every spot of this property!
Check out the website here!
Guest capacity – 50
Location – Stoneycreek
I hope you enjoyed these 15 Best Outdoor Venues in Hamilton!
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