Fall foliage makes the best wedding backdrop.
It's no secret fall weddings are popular. In many places across the country—and especially the Northeast—autumn brings with it ideal temperatures, desirable color palettes, picturesque fall foliage blended with natural greenery, and the beginning of the holidays. The list goes on, but the fact is this: The fall season is a fabulous time of year to host your picture-perfect wedding day.
The process of wedding planning begins with finding your dream autumn wedding venue, likely one with a stunning landscape, fall colors galore, beautiful vistas and outstanding photo ops. Whether your wedding ideas range from seasonal and rustic to romantic and eclectic, across the US there are many scenic autumnal event spaces in which to host your big day. Here, we narrowed down 24 of our absolute favorite autumn wedding venues to help you plan your perfect fall wedding.
The Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado
First up on our list of fall venues for weddings is The Wedding Deck at the Little Nell in Aspen. This spot is what dream outdoor ceremony venues are made of. It sits atop Aspen Mountain, at an elevation of 11,212 feet. This means you'll have unparalleled sweeping views of Colorado's Elk Mountain Range, and during the fall season, these views couldn't be more breathtaking. Included in your Wedding Deck ceremony are an integrated sound system, dressing rooms for each wedding party and a wedding arch. Post-ceremony, head inside the Little Nell—the only five-star and five-diamond ski-in/ski-out hotel in Aspen—for a wedding reception at the Sundeck or Aspen Mountain Club.
The Starting Gate at GreatHorse in Hampden, Massachusetts
The Starting Gate at GreatHorse is an idyllic New England wedding venue, with a sunset deck and a wedding garden that provide amazing vistas of the region—especially in autumn. The 3,000-square-foot sunset deck is a wonderful cocktail hour space boasting a 100-mile panoramic view of the Connecticut River Valley. The wedding garden, on the other hand, is an equally as delightful outdoor space, with a gazebo, a garden (of course) and a waterfall, for your wedding ceremony. With such incredible sites and sights, the Starting Gate at GreatHorse is the perfect vantage point from which to throw your perfect fall wedding.
Bear Mountain Inn + Barn in Waterford, Maine
If you love the outdoors and the fall season, Bear Mountain Inn + Barn in Maine may be the rustic wedding venue for you. The modern lakefront farmhouse is situated on 25 acres and can host you for a barn wedding of up to 150 guests or a tented outdoor wedding for up to 250 guests. Your fall wedding at Bear Mountain can take place through early November, and with the ability to host your ceremony lakeside, on the dock, on the lawn, or inside by a fieldstone fireplace, the seasonal vibes will be stellar. You can also host elopements and intimate weddings at Bear Mountain.
320 Guest Ranch in Gallatin Gateway, Montana
The mountain vistas at Montana's 320 Guest Ranch are jaw-dropping year-round, and especially when the colors change in the fall. Between Big Sky and Yellowstone National Park, the rustic venue offers lodging, dining, horseback riding and other outdoor activities. Most importantly, it's an amazing ranch location for saying "I do," with several event sites, an on-site wedding planner, an in-house kitchen to help you dream up your menu and luxury log cabins for yourself and guests. You can also host your rehearsal dinner at 320 Guest Ranch, so if you already have your venue locked down elsewhere, you can still enjoy the fall foliage during your wedding weekend.
The Barn at West Mountain Inn in Arlington, Vermont
Search "Fall in Vermont" on Google Images, and you'll understand why we thought it essential to include the New England state in our fall roundup. The Barn at West Mountain Inn is an ideal location to take in fall's changing colors while celebrating your love story. The venue itself is comprised of a 100-year-old historic barn, gardens, expansive grounds, trails and wondrous views. On your big day, you can dine on more casual fare (wood-fired pizzas) or sit down for an elegant five-course dinner. The 2,400-square-foot reception barn is decked out in all things wood, including a cathedral ceiling and wooden beams. There are also on-site rooms, suites, townhouses and cottages, so you, your new spouse and your guests can make a weekend out of it.
Comments