Getting married on the South Shore? Start your venue search here to find a space that matches your vision. Whether you’re imagining a garden ceremony, a rustic barn, or an elegant indoor setting, there are options for every style and guest list. Here’s our list of some standout venues across Northwest Indiana that are perfect for saying “I do.”
South Shore’s Unique Wedding Venues
Rustic charm meets industrial spirit at Journeyman’s The American Factory in Valparaiso, which offers multiple event spaces for those looking for a mix of classic vibes and modern sophistication.
The South Shore also boasts plenty of farm-style wedding venues to consider, like Valparaiso’s Four Corners Winery and Wedding Venue, where couples can exchange vows in front of a restored 19th-century red barn on a historic 1870s homestead. Beyond its elegant banquet rooms serving up farm-to-table food, the Farmhouse Restaurant & Conference Center at Fair Oaks Farms, features a gorgeous outdoor porch, flower gardens, fields, and waterfall views.
Indoor and Outdoor Ceremony Options
For a country-modern vibe, look no further than County Line Orchard in Hobart, a private banquet facility located on the grounds of a working orchard that’s been beautifully restored to host wedding parties and special events.
Barker Mansion, originally built in 1857 in Michigan City, has indoor and outdoor options for ceremonies and receptions. For your ceremony, experience the sophistication and charm of The Drawing Room or the cultivated beauty of the walled garden. Afterward, enjoy the inviting atmosphere with your reception guests in the garden or The Barker Cottage.
Another outdoor wedding option is Centennial Park in Munster, providing a lovely backdrop for outdoor weddings, with lush gardens, lakeside views, and an entertainment stage perfect for dancing the night away.
South Shore Reception Spaces with Stunning Views
For a wedding surrounded by stunning scenery, the South Shore doesn’t disappoint. Beyond its elegant banquet rooms, the Farmhouse Restaurant & Conference Center in Fair Oaks, IN, features a gorgeous outdoor porch, flower gardens, fields, and waterfall views.
Over in Michigan City, Friendship Botanic Gardens boasts 100 acres of landscaped green areas, including its magical Wooden and Rose Gardens. Likewise, Gabis Arboretum in Valparaiso offers a scenic, natural setting for receptions, with manicured gardens and multiple spaces to accommodate celebrations of all sizes.
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