The Best Wedding Venues in Pasadena, CA

The Best Wedding Venues in Pasadena, CA

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8 Wedding Venues in Pasadena, CA

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Rio Hondo by Wedgewood Weddings 

4.4

Downey, CA
  • Up to 275 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $6,840
  • Offer

Rolling green hills, majestic pine trees, and a dramatic waterfall await you at Rio Hondo by Wedgewood Weddings. This vibrant event center offers both modern amenities and classic styling that make for an elegant celebration. Midway between Orange County and Los Angeles, this venue is sure to treat you to an unforgettable day guaranteed to wow your guests.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides catering services
  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • On-site parking not available
Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment I reached out to Rio Hondo by Wedgewood Weddings, their communication was fast and responsive. They always said "yes" to my ideas, making the planning process incredibly easy. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful, with ample space and stunning rose bushes that elevated the ceremony area. David, the wedding coordinator, was an absolute gem - he truly made my vision come to life and made me feel like a queen on my wedding day. I cannot recommend this venue enough, you will not regret booking Rio Hondo for your special day.
Janice P., a year ago
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CSULB Japanese Garden 

5.0

Long Beach, CA
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Raw space
  • Outdoor
  • Open house

The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden at Cal State Long Beach is a naturally stunning and serene setting, perfect for celebrating your love. Nestled within lush landscapes and featuring a tranquil koi pond, our garden provides a breathtaking backdrop for your special day. Whether you're planning an intimate wedding or a heartfelt vow renewal, we offer a picturesque space for a private ceremony or a gathering with close family and friends. Let us bring your dream wedding to life in a setting of timeless beauty and elegance.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • No dedicated areas for getting ready
  • Dance floor not included
  • Does not allow pets
The Japanese Garden is a beautiful, intimate, hidden gem on the campus of Cal State Long Beach. It was a lovely backdrop drop to our wedding day. Omar was easy to communicate with and was always prompt in getting back to us with answers to our questions and helped us with any concerns we had. He and his staff helped make our blessed day better than we could have ever imagined. The Grand catering was fantastic and many of our guest continue to comment on how delicious the food was. We highly recommend this majestic place for your special event.
Deborah H., 3 months ago
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NOOR 

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 320 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $10,800

NOOR's event spaces allow you maximum versatility in planning your wedding. Our banquet halls can be transformed from ceremony to reception in less than an hour while your guests mingle and enjoy cocktails in our foyers, patios, balcony and bar areas. Perhaps you have always dreamed of an outdoor wedding ceremony. We have the perfect weather for outdoor wedding ceremonies in Los Angeles, so why not plan your ceremony on the NOOR Terrace and celebrate your wedding reception in one of our beautiful banquet halls.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Flexible event spaces
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • No free parking
I celebrated my 50th birthday at NOOr and had the time of my life with 200 of my closest friends and family. Sushi Bar, Street Taco Station, strolling Champagne model, Cigar Roller, Photo Booth, Casino Tables, Signature Cocktails and special performance by Elvis me for a memorable night.
Robert S., a year ago
Holy Saints! 

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 30 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $1,000

Great for micro wedding reception / dinners, company cocktail party, holiday parties, special engagements of all sorts. The layout is single floor and clients can decorate the space as needed and very customizable. Clients can rent custom event rentals through us for your special event. We have a beautiful wine bar. We have professional events team available for all your needs such as; private chefs, caterers, bartenders, servers, event coordinators. If you need any other accommodations we can definitely assist you along the way.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Allows pets
  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Offers full-service amenities

Venue considerations

  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Awarded Best of Zola
From beginning to end, Daniel & Stephanie were a pleasure to work with. They were on top of everything we requested and were thoroughly organized. Daniel (executive chef), Stephanie and the lovely staff helped put together the most amazing and unforgettable experience during our outdoor wedding at the Santa Anita Arboretum. Guests were raving so much about the food and drinks!! They passed canapes (small bites) and fine wines to pair, we had Spanish toast & taco bar stations, the 3-course dinner was magical, I’m still thinking of the swordfish and my husband still talks about the steak! Magical! Omg the chocolate tart ganache with a heart shape laced chip was beautifully done. My husband and I are still dreaming of them. We cannot thank them enough. Everyone said so many good things and left with full bellies.
Evelyn C., 3 years ago
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The Maxwell House 

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 120 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,500

The Maxwell House is an Historic Landmark & Special Event Space located in the heart of Old-Town Pasadena. Full of unique, historic charm, it is a venue built for making memories! We offer a variety of wedding and special event packages, perfect for any of life’s celebrations! Event rentals include access to the entire first floor, including the main ballroom, grand staircase, sweeping foyer, large dining room, library, full kitchen, and two outdoor patios, in addition to the upstairs mezzanines and wedding suite. Included in our packages is the use of our inhouse equipment such as tables and chairs, artisan crafted wooden wedding arch, dance floor, sound system, bar, outdoor string lighting, complimentary parking, and more!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Lush gardens
  • Dressing room available

Venue considerations

  • No all-inclusive dining options
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Does not allow pets
The Maxwell House was the perfect venue for our small ceremony, and we appreciated that they offer an elopement package. Rae was a pleasure to work with and answered all of our questions. The Maxwell House is such a gem and a unique venue, and had everything we needed. I highly recommend to any couple!
Kay Y., 3 years ago
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Madeline Garden 
Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,000

Madeline Garden offers a unique and whimsical dining experience, perfect for creating lasting memories. Serving brunch, high tea, French-Italian cuisine, small tapas, and Isakaya, this venue blends modern European flair with Eastern Old Culture. Enjoy wine pairings and fun spirits while talented artists perform. With seven charming large rooms, Madeline Garden is ideal for celebrating birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations, and more.

Why you'll love this venue

  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Provides catering services
  • Pets can join the celebration

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Not wheelchair accessible
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Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden 
Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 130 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $35,000

The Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden was created by Kinzuchi Fujii between 1935 – 1940 for Charles and Ellamae Storrier Stearns. The garden offers numerous possibilities, within a uniquely designed, two acre property. Originally part of a larger private estate, the garden retains its ambiance of secluded serenity. An authentic teahouse is a highlight of the garden, romantically situated overlooking a quiet pond. Winding paths lead to various gathering points and vistas, under spreading sycamores and old oaks. In addition to the garden and teahouse, the property includes a home, now used as a convenient staging, meeting and event space. The garden can accommodate up to 150 guests.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Natural elegance with open spaces
  • Venue is completely outdoors

Venue considerations

  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No all-inclusive dining options
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The Langham Huntington Pasadena Hotel 
Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 550 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Starts at $30,000

23 acres of cultivated gardens and historic ballrooms. From the intimate to the lavish, traditional to the modern, our team of expert planners is dedicated to ensuring your wedding is perfect and uniquely yours. From intimate to extravagant, traditional to the unexpected, our enthusiastic and creative wedding team is committed to designing a personalized wedding or special celebration that is uniquely yours. The exceptional surroundings and endless possibilities ensure a celebration you and your guests will cherish for a lifetime.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Exudes old-world charm
  • Multiple event spaces
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists

About wedding venues in Pasadena, CA

Pasadena stands out as a wedding destination where history meets modern elegance, with iconic landmarks like Castle Green sitting alongside contemporary spaces like NOOR. You'll be planning your celebration against the breathtaking backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains, with Spanish-style architecture and lush botanical gardens creating wedding photos unlike anything else you'll find in Southern California.

What Makes Pasadena's Wedding Venues So Special?

The wedding venue landscape in Pasadena ranges from Victorian architectural treasures to serene Japanese gardens that can host everything from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions. The Griffith House welcomes all couples with wheelchair-accessible pathways throughout its Spanish-style grounds. At Castle Green, you'll experience a fascinating blend of Moorish, Spanish and Victorian influences in a landmark building dating back to 1898; creating an atmosphere you simply can't find anywhere else. Budgeting for a Pasadena wedding typically runs about $26,967 for 50 guests while scaling up to $44,985 for 100 guests $61,918 for 150 guests $77,044 for 200 guests $92,170 for 250 guests and $107,296 for 300 guests. The average venue cost sits at $10,985 which represents 18% of your total wedding expenses. This aligns nicely with the national benchmark where couples typically spend between $6,500 and $12,000 on their venue about 25% of their total budget.

How Much Should You Budget for Wedding Services in Pasadena?

When mapping out your Pasadena wedding finances, you'll want to consider these typical vendor costs in your planning:

  • Venue: $10,985 (18% of total budget)
  • Catering: $8,788 (14%)
  • Florists: $8,056 (13%)
  • Bar Services: $7,030 (11%)
  • Planners: $4,980 (8%)
  • Photographers: $4,907 (8%)
  • Videographers: $4,438 (7%)
  • Bands/DJs: $1,751 (3%)
  • Hair & Makeup: $618 (1%)
  • Cakes/Desserts: $842 (1%)

Which Accessible Venues Are Best in Pasadena?

The Griffith House features fully wheelchair-accessible pathways throughout its beautiful Spanish-style grounds. You'll appreciate the private ceremony lawn and separate preparation spaces that accommodate everyone in your wedding party comfortably. Maxwell House offers year-round availability on select weekends with intimate settings that don't compromise on accessibility for you and your guests. Castle Green combines historical grandeur with practical considerations including nearby parking and wheelchair accessibility for both ceremonies and receptions. For nature lovers, Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden provides two wheelchair-accessible facilities plus the unique Niko-an teahouse, so you can enjoy natural beauty without worrying about mobility challenges.

Where Can You Find Culinary Excellence in Pasadena?

The Raymond 1886 in Old Town delivers innovative New American cuisine that your guests will remember long after the celebration ends. You'll enjoy their award-winning wine list and signature handcrafted cocktails in an intimate setting surrounded by lush greenery and a romantic stone hearth. The Langham Huntington Hotel pairs elegant event spaces with exceptional catering services that elevate your reception experience. At Castle Green, the glamorous historic ambiance comes with highly praised catered menus that match the setting's sophistication. University Club of Pasadena balances its classic venue atmosphere with well-regarded cuisine options that satisfy even discerning palates.

How Can Pasadena Venues Support Remote Participation?

While Pasadena venues don't specifically advertise cutting-edge remote participation features, NOOR offers luxurious spaces that easily adapt for sophisticated audiovisual setups. Castle Green provides unique areas perfectly suited for integrating technology that connects remote guests beyond basic streaming, making everyone feel part of your special day. For truly immersive remote experiences, consider partnering your chosen venue with specialized event tech companies in the area. They can create interactive streaming setups with multiple camera angles or real-time interaction platforms that bring distant loved ones right into the celebration with you.

When Should You Book Your Pasadena Wedding Venue?

Pasadena venues typically get booked 15 months or 445 days before the wedding date with October generating the most inquiries from couples. Starting your venue search early gives you the best chance of securing your dream location before someone else falls in love with it too.

Pasadena stands out as a wedding destination where history meets modern elegance, with iconic landmarks like Castle Green sitting alongside contemporary spaces like NOOR. You'll be planning your celebration against the breathtaking backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains, with Spanish-style architecture and lush botanical gardens creating wedding photos unlike anything else you'll find in Southern California.

What Makes Pasadena's Wedding Venues So Special?

The wedding venue landscape in Pasadena ranges from Victorian architectural treasures to serene Japanese gardens that can host everything from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions. The Griffith House welcomes all couples with wheelchair-accessible pathways throughout its Spanish-style grounds. At Castle Green, you'll experience a fascinating blend of Moorish, Spanish and Victorian influences in a landmark building dating back to 1898; creating an atmosphere you simply can't find anywhere else. Budgeting for a Pasadena wedding typically runs about $26,967 for 50 guests while scaling up to $44,985 for 100 guests $61,918 for 150 guests $77,044 for 200 guests $92,170 for 250 guests and $107,296 for 300 guests. The average venue cost sits at $10,985 which represents 18% of your total wedding expenses. This aligns nicely with the national benchmark where couples typically spend between $6,500 and $12,000 on their venue about 25% of their total budget.

How Much Should You Budget for Wedding Services in Pasadena?

When mapping out your Pasadena wedding finances, you'll want to consider these typical vendor costs in your planning:

  • Venue: $10,985 (18% of total budget)
  • Catering: $8,788 (14%)
  • Florists: $8,056 (13%)
  • Bar Services: $7,030 (11%)
  • Planners: $4,980 (8%)
  • Photographers: $4,907 (8%)
  • Videographers: $4,438 (7%)
  • Bands/DJs: $1,751 (3%)
  • Hair & Makeup: $618 (1%)
  • Cakes/Desserts: $842 (1%)

Which Accessible Venues Are Best in Pasadena?

The Griffith House features fully wheelchair-accessible pathways throughout its beautiful Spanish-style grounds. You'll appreciate the private ceremony lawn and separate preparation spaces that accommodate everyone in your wedding party comfortably. Maxwell House offers year-round availability on select weekends with intimate settings that don't compromise on accessibility for you and your guests. Castle Green combines historical grandeur with practical considerations including nearby parking and wheelchair accessibility for both ceremonies and receptions. For nature lovers, Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden provides two wheelchair-accessible facilities plus the unique Niko-an teahouse, so you can enjoy natural beauty without worrying about mobility challenges.

Where Can You Find Culinary Excellence in Pasadena?

The Raymond 1886 in Old Town delivers innovative New American cuisine that your guests will remember long after the celebration ends. You'll enjoy their award-winning wine list and signature handcrafted cocktails in an intimate setting surrounded by lush greenery and a romantic stone hearth. The Langham Huntington Hotel pairs elegant event spaces with exceptional catering services that elevate your reception experience. At Castle Green, the glamorous historic ambiance comes with highly praised catered menus that match the setting's sophistication. University Club of Pasadena balances its classic venue atmosphere with well-regarded cuisine options that satisfy even discerning palates.

How Can Pasadena Venues Support Remote Participation?

While Pasadena venues don't specifically advertise cutting-edge remote participation features, NOOR offers luxurious spaces that easily adapt for sophisticated audiovisual setups. Castle Green provides unique areas perfectly suited for integrating technology that connects remote guests beyond basic streaming, making everyone feel part of your special day. For truly immersive remote experiences, consider partnering your chosen venue with specialized event tech companies in the area. They can create interactive streaming setups with multiple camera angles or real-time interaction platforms that bring distant loved ones right into the celebration with you.

When Should You Book Your Pasadena Wedding Venue?

Pasadena venues typically get booked 15 months or 445 days before the wedding date with October generating the most inquiries from couples. Starting your venue search early gives you the best chance of securing your dream location before someone else falls in love with it too.

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