The Best Covered Outdoor Wedding Venues in Palm Springs, CA

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6 Wedding Venues in Palm Springs, CA

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Lot 8 
Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews)
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $3,500

Party under the palms of Lot 8, a modern, unique, open-air wedding venue in central San Diego. The location is a hidden gem that comes to life with living walls, cool and exciting repurposed furniture, and boho chic decor. Our cutting edge inclusive wedding package makes wedding planning come to together in a stress-free way so you can enjoy the wedding journey 100%. Featuring an outdoor space located in an open lot area with a beautiful covered area for reception, Lot 8 is a flexible and customizable floor plan allowing you to envision your event layout in any way you'd like!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • No free parking
  • Best for events with big guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
Lot 8 was the perfect venue for our wedding! From the moment we started working with Kim and the team, their communication was attentive and they were incredibly helpful in guiding us through the planning process. On the day of, we did not have to worry about a single thing - the staff took care of everything seamlessly. The venue itself was the best value, with ample space for our 160 guests. The food from Eco Catering was delicious, and our photography team of Kristin and Mike captured all the special moments beautifully. DJ Harmz kept the dance floor packed all night long, and we and our guests had the greatest time celebrating our special day at Lot 8. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding venue!
Abby, 2 years ago
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The Secret Garden At Rancho Santa Fe 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $10,000

A uniquely private wedding venue in quaint Rancho Santa Fe, California. The Secret Garden at Rancho Santa Fe is currently reserving into 2027 with just one wedding per day. The grounds offer a natural background of gardens and lush greenery, with the perfect balance of indoor and outdoor spaces. As a bonus, they are a short drive away from stunning California beaches and can accommodate requests for off-site ceremonies, including a beach cliff wedding ceremony.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Natural elegance with open spaces
  • Classic elegance
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Best for events with big guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
Let me start by saying that the Secret Garden and the Epic Coordination team made all of my wedding dreams come true! I recently got married at the Secret Garden on April 28th, 2024. It truly was the most magical day of my life not just because I was marrying my soulmate, but because of the amazing coordination team that made our vision come to life. It was the first venue that my husband and I looked at, and we immediately fell in love with it. We loved that it was a beautiful indoor and outdoor garden venue, but we also loved how they offered an all-inclusive wedding package. They have a list of recommended vendors, including DJ, caterer, florist, photography/videography, and so much more. They give you the option to choose a vendor that they don't have on their recommended list, but we did everything through them and I wouldn't have had it any other way. They really offer the best-of-the-best professionals that know exactly what they're doing. A special shoutout to our coordinator, Laura, for being so organized and making sure everything was perfect on our big day! When it came to the day of the wedding, the entire timeline flowed seamlessly. None of the guests were left waiting around or wondering what was going on because the coordination team was so on top of everything! Everyone at our wedding, including myself and my husband, had an amazing time. Another thing to mention was that the communication with the Secret Garden and their team was beyond excellent! Any question I had, they answered promptly and made sure that the planning process was seamless. I had an enjoyable experience planning our wedding thanks to the support from the Secret Garden and Epic team! To conclude, my wedding day at the Secret Garden was literally the happiest day of our lives! It couldn't have been more perfect. If you're envisioning a fairytale garden wedding like I was, choose this venue!
Shannon, 2 years ago
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The Lazy C Ranch 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Palm Springs, CA
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Raw space
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $6,500

The Lazy C Ranch is much more than a place to host your next sales meeting, wedding, birthday party, high school reunion, or other special event. We are an escape from the ordinary…an authentic working ranch with farm animals, horses, and ranch hands. At The Lazy C Ranch, we’ll ensure your gathering is distinctive, fun, and memorable.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Rustic-chic setting
  • Has a fun and festive vibe
  • Surrounded by nature

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • No on-site bridal suite
Sami here from Rebel Creative - a floral design company. We've worked at Lazy C a few times and cannot recommend their unique desert venue enough! It's a wonderful, stunning location to tie the knot and have the best celebration at. They're extremely easy to work with and flexible in letting you transform the space along with allowing us the freedom to help our couples create magic with florals. We can't recommend them enough!
Sami, 2 years ago
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Acres Landing 
Rating: 4.7 (102 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Up to 120 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Offer

Acres Landing / to getaway and gather for sanctuary and celebrations! One of the best things about Acres Landing is that you can have your event past 10pm outdoors, which is something that is very difficult to find in Palm Springs proper!  Music can officially be played at our venue until 12am; we just have to turn off any outdoor speakers at 10pm.  With the back doors of our small Clubhouse open to the venue, the volume in our imagined dancing space, the Pavilion, is full event volume!  Bands can go until 10pm, and DJs can go until 12am.  We have no cap on the amount of pieces you can have in a band. We require a buyout of our amazing vintage campers, along with a venue fee.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Unique barn setting
  • Raw space for complete customization

Venue considerations

  • No built-in audiovisual options
  • Not for you if you prefer a more modern aesthetic
  • No in-house catering options
I have been visiting acres landing for nearly a year now and absolutely love the property! Each camper is unique, clean and cozy. I love soaking in the mineral water pool, hot tub and private tubs located outside the campers. Highly recommend staying here if you get the chance!
Brady, a year ago
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Bubbling Wells Oasis 
Rating: 5.0 (65 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Up to 450 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $4,500

Bubbling Wells Oasis takes its name from the natural artesian mineral springs that bubble up from the earth, feeding five on-site desert lakes. The same all natural healing waters that made Desert Hot Springs world famous flow directly beneath this estate, creating an environment as restorative as it is breathtaking. This is a place to step off the treadmill of life entirely. No light pollution, No competing noise, No interruptions. Just mineral healing waters, open desert sky, and 107 breathtaking acres. Guests consistently say they had no idea a place like this existed so close to Palm Springs. When you are here, the world waits. Your oasis is waiting.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Flexible event spaces
  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Has a chic vibe

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Not wheelchair accessible
The O Spa + Resort 
Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Up to 250 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor & indoor

The O Spa is a premier spa resort and wedding venue in Desert Hot Springs, California. This private resort offers the ultimate Californian escape, with beautiful mountain views and cabanas to relax throughout the wedding weekend. The spa features several odorless mineral hot springs. These springs have been used for spiritual cleaning and enjoyment by the Cahuilla Native Americans for hundreds of years, and continues to bring peace and serenity to resort visitors. The hotel was constructed in 1952, but has been recently renovated to include modern amenities without losing its vintage charm. Choose The O Spa (just 25 minutes from downtown Plam Springs) for a once in a lifetime wedding experience.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Space for a large guest list
  • Has a dance floor for celebration

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible

About wedding venues in Palm Springs, CA

Palm Springs offers a unique wedding setting where mid-century modern architecture stands against dramatic desert landscapes. The San Jacinto Mountains create stunning backdrops for your special day, and with over 350 days of sunshine yearly, you can confidently plan outdoor ceremonies almost any time. Downtown venues give you walkable streets with retro charm, while heading to South Palm Springs lets you discover more secluded estate options with breathtaking mountain panoramas.

How Much Does a Palm Springs Wedding Cost?

Planning your celebration in this desert paradise comes with varying price points based on your guest list. Small weddings with 50 guests typically run about $31,368 while medium gatherings of 100 guests average $52,310. For 150 guests you're looking at around $71,988 and 200-guest celebrations cost approximately $89,561. Larger affairs reach $107,133 for 250 guests and $124,705 for 300 guests. Venues here typically range from $11,500 to $14,100 which sits noticeably higher than the national average of $6,500-$12,000. This premium reflects the destination's exclusivity and architectural significance that's made it a Hollywood retreat since the 1920s.

What Makes Palm Springs Venues So Special?

You'll find venues showcasing distinctive Spanish Colonial architecture at Colony Palms and Mediterranean-inspired courtyards at Korakia Pensione alongside retro-chic aesthetics at Ace Hotel. Many properties offer poolside ceremony options with dramatic mountain backdrops that make for unforgettable photo opportunities. The desert botanical gardens filled with native succulents and palms create natural settings you won't find anywhere else outside the Coachella Valley landscape.

Which Accessible Wedding Venues Can You Find in Palm Springs?

Palm Springs offers several fully accessible venues for your special day. Korakia features accessible walkways throughout its lush gardens while The Parker Palm Springs provides well-maintained paths across its expansive 13-acre property. Ace Hotel offers accessible amenities throughout its retro-chic spaces and Avalon Hotel gives you accessible walkways and event areas. For more intimate gatherings The Estate at Via Las Palmas offers private paths that accommodate all your guests.

Are There Palm Springs Venues That Support Remote Participation?

Beyond basic streaming services The Parker Palm Springs takes virtual attendance to another level with interactive live streaming that includes virtual Q&A sessions and digital guest interactions. Life House Palm Springs can arrange immersive VR experiences so your remote guests feel truly present with real-time online interaction during your ceremony. Palm Springs Air Museum creates memorable remote experiences with professional streaming and can include unique elements like aircraft flybys when permitted.

Which Palm Springs Wedding Venues Feature Outstanding Cuisine?

Colony Palms Hotel stands out with its exceptional chef and catering team serving sophisticated cuisine for up to 200 guests. At Ace Hotel you'll enjoy farm-to-table dining with locally sourced ingredients at their Kings Highway restaurant. Viceroy Palm Springs delivers phenomenal dining experiences with its expert culinary team while hosting only one wedding per day to ensure you get their full attention. EIGHT4NINE Restaurant and Lounge in the Uptown Design District works closely with couples to craft exceptional dining experiences tailored to your preferences.

How Are Wedding Vendor Costs Distributed in Palm Springs?

Vendor ServiceAverage Cost% of 150-Guest Budget
Venue$12,79818%
Catering$10,23914%
Florists$9,38513%
Bar Services$8,19111%
Photographers$5,7178%
Wedding Planners$5,8028%
Videographers$5,1707%
Bands and DJs$2,0403%
Hair & Makeup$7201%
Cakes & Desserts$9811%

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