Best Wedding Venues in Bend, Oregon
We’ve got the scoop on Bend’s best wedding venues for any budget!
If you’re planning a wedding in Central Oregon, you’re in luck!
Oregon’s high desert is home to some of the most incredible wedding venues in the country.
From rustic barns and farms to high end resorts, winding rivers, stunning sunsets and breathtaking mountainous backdrops, Central Oregon has something for every kind of couple.
Here’s our list of Bend’s Top 10 Wedding Venues - indoor and outdoor weddings, traditional and unique, luxurious and affordable destinations, and everything in between.
1. Mt Bachelor:
Are snow sports your thing?
Take your vows at 5,700 feet among old-growth Hemlock and Lodgepole pines, surrounded by views of Cascade Mountains and high elevation lakes.
A Mt. Bachelor wedding is completely customizable, including multiple outdoor venues and ceremony or reception sites.
Weddings at Mt. Bachelor include an on site event manager, chef and culinary staff to provide food, special pricing for you and your guests for mountain activities, recommended vendors, reception provisions and transportation options.
Mt. Bachelor Resort is well versed in hosting groups and events and is an easy all-inclusive option that you can make your own.
2. Breweries or a Vineyard:
Faith, Hope, and Charity Vineyards:
This is one of Central Oregon’s only vineyards and it offers an event center on a 312 acre site with 15 acres of grapes views of Smith Rock and the Three Sisters Mountains, water features and wildflower fields.
Faith, Hope, and Charity Vineyards is a good site for a small, intimate wedding AND for events up to 500 people.
Their full service wedding venue includes the use of a private 30 acre space for a rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception site. Indoor and outdoor seating, bar service staff, indoor restrooms, outdoor lighting, and a bridal suite for the bridal party to get ready and relax before the event.
The Barrel Room at Immersion Brewing: This local brewery hosts casual Bend weddings with a full bar and 8 beer taps, audio visual capabilities, working barrel room decorated in a rustic setting.
Worthy Brewing: This is a unique Bend wedding venue has indoor and outdoor seating, firepits, an outdoor stage, and even an observatory for star or sun gazing!
They’ve got private rooms for smaller wedding parties, or you can rent out the second level or even the whole restaurant for an evening for a larger Bend brewery wedding.
3. Local Farm and Ranch Venues:
DD Ranch is a 200 acre, family owned, working cattle ranch in Terrebonne - a great venue for a rustic Central Oregon wedding.
Just 2 miles from Smith Rock State Park with beautiful scenery of the picturesque climbing area. You can get married in front of the dock by the pond or in the grass facing Smith Rock. Receptions take place in front of the barn surrounding the dance floor and lighting set up.
Your guests will have the opportunity to visit the animals in the petting zoo, take a hay ride to see the cows, hand feed them and learn about ranch operations, play in the huge playground and tour the other animal corrals.
A super unique wedding meal option is their Hog Roast. They slow cook one of their heritage breed hogs on an outdoor rotisserie which will be carved and plattered for your reception.
Their beautiful grounds and 100-year-old barn create a stunning backdrop for a Bend country outdoor wedding.
The barn is newly remodeled inside and features a large deck on the front. The building is designed with plenty of space for both your wedding ceremony and reception. The facility includes a food service area, restrooms, and a dressing room and parking for 200+ vehicles.
4. Lake “Resorts”:
The Elk Lake event sites offer some of the most majestic and pristine lakeside scenery in all of Central Oregon - a perfect place for a Bend wedding. Lodging options span from upscale Glamping Sites to Deluxe Homes and many choices in between.
They have an event chef for your catering needs - from a family BBQ to a formal dinner…you’re covered!
The rental marina is stocked full with a wide selection of watercraft to meet all of your water recreation desires.
Having your wedding at Elk Lake Resort couldn’t be easier, with an onsite coordinator to help with all aspects of organizing your lake wedding.
Purely an outdoor wedding venue with a couple site options, wedding packages here include a private wedding site, portable toilets, venue coordinator, event staff for set up and break down, golf cart transportation, and use of banquet equipment.
Newberry National Volcanic Monument - Paulina and East Lakes:
Paulina Lake Lodge:
Even more low key and rustic lodge is set on the shore of Paulina lake.
It is a family-friendly rustic resort located in the Deschutes National Forest open year-round. With 13 well equipped cabins, your wedding party can party and stay in the same place.
The lodge has a restaurant open and available for catering during the summer months and boat rentals available for the after party!
East Lake:
Not a formal event venue, but certainly a fun place to throw a party.
This venue has cabins, tent and RV sites, a marina and moorings. Rent a pontoon boat and get married on the lake or, alternatively, rent a few cabins and get married on the shore.
This venue is for smaller parties and for summer events only, as the restaurant closes down in the winter months and access is unpredictable with snowfall.
5. Resort Communities:
If there is one thing that Central Oregon has in abundance, it’s resort communities. If you are looking for a luxury Bend wedding with all the accommodations, you have lots of options!
One of the best things about resort wedding venues is that the ceremony and event space is paired with lodging for your whole party–no one has to go far to come and go.
Brasada Ranch: This destination has a modern rustic vibe with views of the high desert landscape from every venue. There are several award winning locations to choose from, catering, and a professional staff to help you plan every detail.
Pronghorn Resort: With 5 different venues to choose from and all the amenities you can think of. This location qualified for any taste or time of year–from indoor elegance, outdoor, one of a kind or intimate and unique.
Tetherow Resort: Only 7 minutes from downtown Bend and the ultimate luxury destination. With a full service coordinator, weddings and receptions, a grand glass ballroom, views of the Cascade peaks, indoor and outdoor options, and on site catering.
Sunriver Resort: Another popular venue and vacation destination for any time of year, and especially beautiful as a winter wonderland backdrop if you are getting married in the colder months. They offer full service planning and 10 different sites to pair with whatever your tyle or needs
Black Butte Ranch: Stunning backdrops, a new lodge, indoor and outdoor event spaces for ceremonies and receptions. BBR has golf, dining, a spa, and lots of activities for all ages.
FivePine Lodge & Spa: Another year round venue located in Sisters. They offer wedding and elopement packages that include the venue, catering, lodging and service. This is a smaller, more low key resort and a good option for an affordable Bend wedding.
Nature lovers - here’s your ideal Central Oregon wedding venue!
Say “I do” under the watchful eyes of local wildlife in a beautiful forested setting between Bend and Sunriver at the High Desert Museum.
The museum’s natural elements combine to create a warm and elegant wedding venue on a 135 acre property where you’ll be surrounded by fine art, priceless artifacts and engaging wildlife.
The museum staff works directly with top catering companies and vendors to create a seamless wedding experience.
7. Natural Areas
Did you know there’s an Outback in Oregon?
Not the steakhouse! We’re talking like the Australian Outback, with huge rocks that rise up from seemingly nowhere surrounded by desert landscape and creatures.
Fort Rock State Park is about 20 miles east of La Pine on Highway 31, in the Oregon Outback, near Christmas Valley.
This area has views for miles, with Fort Rock rising up above the farms and ranches below. It’s a lesser-known Oregon State Park and makes a great off-the-beaten-path wedding venue for those more intrepid couples seeking a unique and memorable wedding in Central Oregon.
There’s a 1.7 mile hike around the rock, the Fort Rock Cave, nearby Crack in The Ground and Hole in The Ground natural areas to explore, along with old western towns like Paisley and Summer Lake.
Bend Parks and Rec Sites:
Bend Park and Recreation offers unique event sites that combine beautiful indoor spaces with natural settings. Great for weddings, celebrations, meetings and retreats. Our four indoor facilities: Aspen Hall, Hollinshead Barn, Maracoulier Event Room and Riverbend Room are located within the parks. We have a variety of park pavilions and picnic shelters throughout the city for your outdoor event.
Aspen Hall - is a day lodge located in Shelvin Park. A quiet, private setting located ust 4 miles from the city center. Hall can accommodate up to 150 guests. Utilize indoor and outdoor spaces for your perfect event.
Hollinshead Barn - is a renovated two-story barn with a beautiful wood interior. Perfect for small, intimate weddings and parties. Barn can accommodate up to 110 guests.
Maracoulier Event Room - featuring a large well-lit room to accommodate dancing, bands and more. Room can accommodate 250 guests.
Riverbend Community Room - features natural light and vaulted ceilings and open to an inviting plaza. Room can accommodate 80 guests.
Park Pavilions - Located throughout the parks and trails are great for outside gatherings, picnics and family reunions.
8. Riverfront Vacation Rentals:
You’ve checked out all the resort locations, but either they’re too expensive, too fancy, or just not your wedding vibe.
That’s okay! Just means you’re looking for a different experience and that’s where vacation rentals can make a great option for your unique Central Oregon wedding.
You’ll want to double check the house rules to see if events are allowed. Alternatively, you can just reach out to the host to see if they would be willing to allow your event, even if their official policy says no parties or events.
Consider looking into some Central Oregon riverfront vacation rentals that you can rent to host your initiate wedding event right on the banks of the scenic Little Deschutes River near La Pine.
Lucy’s Riverfront Retreat and the Lazy River Lodge are two great options that are well suited for small weddings with mountain views along the river. Both also allow pets so you can bring your furry friends to be part of the festivities!
Hipcamp locations are another great option for a more woodsy Central Oregon wedding vibe. These are places where you are camping or glamping, so there may be more coordination needed to bring in tables, chairs, porta potties, and handmade wedding decor to host an amazing off-grid wedding.
9. McMennamins Old Saint Francis:
Have your wedding at a former Catholic elementary school?!
Amen to that!
McMennamins Old Saint Francis is in downtown Bend and has tons of funk, charm and character.
There is something for every kind of wedding here, including a restaurant/on site catering, indoor/outdoor event space, a soaking pool, firepits, secret rooms, 3 bars, a movie theater and a cigar shack.
This casual Bend wedding venue can accommodate up to 120 guests and if you plan far enough in advance, there are plenty of rooms for guests to stay on site.
10. Golf Courses:
Looking for some manicured greens for your nuptials? Central Oregon has some world-class golf courses that are great wedding venues as well.
In Powell Butte you’ll find the Brasada Canyons Golf Course: at Brasada Ranch, which we covered earlier.
Then there’s Aspen Lakes Golf Course in Sisters, with breathtaking mountain views as your backdrop, they provide service and food to make the day everything you could hope for!
Finally, there’s Quail Run Golf Course in La Pine with motorcycle golf carts and a beautiful outdoor firepit area that’s perfect for a casual outdoor wedding.
As you can see, there are abundant wedding options in Bend and Central Oregon for any budget, theme, or experience you want to create for your big day.
And if you or your guests decide to make Central Oregon your home after an amazing visit, give us a call - we are experts at helping folks with relocation to Bend, making the process easy and seamless so you can enjoy the splendors of Central Oregon year-round!