Affordable Wedding Venues in Pasadena, CA

Affordable Wedding Venues in Pasadena, CA

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5 Wedding Venues in Pasadena, CA

Historic estates, mansions
Hotels, inns, resorts
Parks, gardens
Restaurants, breweries
Covered outdoor
Outdoor
Up to $7,626
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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
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
The Westin Pasadena 
Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 350 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $109

The Westin Pasadena is a wellness hotel and wedding venue in Pasadena, California. This boutique hotel features a luxury spa, beautiful ballrooms, and a dedicated event staff to make your wedding weekend absolutely fantastic. Whether you’re planning a luxury elopement or an event with hundreds of guests, The Westin Pasadena ensures every couple receives five-star service throughout their stay. You’ll have access to beautiful indoor and outdoor venues, and will receive a custom catering menu made for you and your guests’ enjoyment. The Westin Pasadena’s convenient central location gives you and your guests easy access to some of Pasadena’s most popular tourist destinations. If you’re looking for a luxury wedding venue at an affordable price, visit The Westin Pasadena.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • On-site parking not available
  • Best for events with big guest lists
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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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The Arbour 
Pasadena, CA
  • Up to 100 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,000

A true farm to table restaurant housed in the historic city of Pasadena, focusing on local ingredients, exceptional service and a California ambiance. Fulfilling their lifelong dream, Chef Ian Gresik and his wife Nancy opened The Arbour in the beautiful and historic city of Pasadena—an elegant farm-to-table restaurant perfect for wedding celebrations. Known for its seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients, The Arbour provides a refined dining experience ideal for rehearsal dinners, intimate receptions, or post-wedding brunches.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Flexible event spaces
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
  • No on-site bridal suite
  • Does not have a dance floor

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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