Bellingham weddings offer you that perfect Pacific Northwest blend with waterfront views along Bellingham Bay, historic Italianate architecture, and stunning natural landscapes with the Cascade Mountains as your backdrop. You'll find the setting creates a distinctively Northwest atmosphere for your special day.

Wedding venues in Bellingham typically cost between $6,000 and $7,300, which runs significantly less than the national average of $6,500-$12,000. That's only about 25% of your total wedding budget instead of the standard 30-50%. Your total wedding investment will vary based on guest count:

Most couples lock in their Bellingham venues about 13 months before the big day. August sees the highest number of inquiries as couples plan for the region's prime wedding season.

Lairmont Manor gives you fountain gardens, tree-lined grounds and grand Italianate architecture for a European-inspired wedding backdrop. Your reception can unfold in their ballroom under crystal chandeliers that create an atmosphere of historic elegance your guests will remember.

Broadway Hall dates back to 1905 and combines gorgeous hardwood floors and crystal chandeliers with modern amenities you need. You'll have complete freedom with catering and beverage choices here. The space accommodates up to 300 guests comfortably so your entire group can celebrate together.

Lairmont Manor provides accessible facilities throughout both outdoor and indoor spaces. You'll have scenic backdrops of forest, garden and urban architecture while ensuring all your guests can fully participate in your celebration.

Santucci Farm offers handicap-accessible spaces across the entire property including the main barn and bathrooms. You can choose from multiple locations for your ceremony, dining and dancing while knowing everyone can navigate the venue with ease.

For a 150-guest Bellingham wedding, your costs typically break down this way:

• Venue: $6,673 (14% of total budget)
• Florists: $6,673 (14%)
• Photographers: $4,708 (10%)
• Catering: $5,338 (11%)
• Bar Services: $4,271 (9%)
• Planners: $4,448 (9%)
• Videographers: $3,707 (8%)
• Bands and DJs: $1,666 (4%)
• Hair & Makeup: $782 (2%)
• Cakes and desserts: $667 (1%)

Hotel Bellwether offers stunning views of Bellingham Bay that create gorgeous backdrops for your virtual content. Pair this with professional videography and your remote guests will feel like they're right there with you experiencing those incredible vistas.

Lairmont Manor's elegant setting works perfectly with advanced live streaming services like Best Made Videos. They can set up multiple cameras, coordinate with your DJ for quality audio and even include remote attendees in your ceremony or reception. Your virtual guests will experience the manor's historic charm almost as if they were physically present.

Hotel Bellwether serves up gourmet cuisine prepared by skilled chefs while you enjoy waterfront views of Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands. You can host larger gatherings in their Bellwether Ballroom or choose the Compass Room for a more intimate celebration with the same exceptional food quality.

Broadway Hall gives you complete freedom with open catering and no restrictions. You'll have flexibility to choose your preferred cuisine and vendors in this historic building with its hardwood floors and crystal chandeliers. This means you can create exactly the menu you've dreamed of for your special day.