The Little Chapel In-The-Woods

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $945

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

As you walk into the Little Chapel in-the-Woods you are entering into a tradition. Located on the edge of Texas Woman’s University, the chapel is a secluded sanctuary that has held weddings since September 1939, a few months before its dedication by Eleanor Roosevelt. We have two beautiful ballrooms to host the wedding reception of your dreams! The Chapel attendant is present to set up the chapel for the wedding, set up the sound system and instruct your vendors on usage, and to oversee the facility. They will be happy to provide limited guidance and answer any questions you may have about the rehearsal or processional. If you desire full-scale coordination you are welcome to provide a planner or even a friend with experience to manage the flow of your wedding ceremony.

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Seated guest capacity

  • 110-250

Venue type

  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
415 Chapel Drive, Denton, TX 76209

Our event spaces

Greenhouse Patio and Gardens

A hidden gem in the heart of Denton.

Plan your perfect outdoor ceremony at TWU’s Gardens. Black garden chairs can be set up on the greenhouse patio or a garden location of your choosing for ceremonies. If your wedding is scheduled for the gardens & greenhouse, the Little Chapel will serve as the inclement weather site, providing you do not exceed the 110-person capacity.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 100 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Up to 100 black garden chairs | Your own location choice within the garden area.

Hubbard Hall Ballrooms

The newly renovated Student Union at Hubbard Hall has beautiful ballrooms perfect for your wedding reception!

The university also offers additional venues on-site, like the beautiful, historic Hubbard Hall featuring two separate ballrooms to host your reception. The professional events planners have experience executing a wide variety of events and are happy to help you plan the details of your special day.

Guest capacity

100-400 Seated

Up to 400 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Wedding ceremony

Included in this room:

4-hour reservation time in a Hubbard Hall ballroom | 2-hours decorating time | 60” round tables & chairs for guest seating | 6’ tables with black skirting for vendor tables | Dance floor | Black iron easel | Green Room for wedding party use, pending availability.

Little Chapel in-the-Woods

An intimate setting surrounded by beautiful green landscapes.

The natural beauty that surrounds the Little Chapel is harmonized by the beautiful interior stained glass windows. The Chapel, 90 feet long by 24 feet wide, was designed by architect O’Neil Ford as a project of the National Youth Administration during the Depression, and dedicated by former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. History surrounds the Little Chapel in-the-Woods, just like every item in the chapel is stamped with an artistic touch from young women artists.

Guest capacity

Up to 110 Seated

Up to 1 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

3-hour time block on the day of the ceremony | 1-hour rehearsal any day prior to the ceremony | 2-hour use of the chapel and gardens for portraits sitting any day prior to the ceremony | Chapel attendant present at the rehearsal and ceremony | 2 separate changing rooms | Candelabras | Tea light candles along the window edges | Pew clips | Unity candle stand | Access to sound system with auxiliary cord | Use of the piano and organ (organist must be from approved list).

Room cost

$940 for 3-hour reservation, $100 per additional hour

Greenhouse Patio and Gardens

A hidden gem in the heart of Denton.

Plan your perfect outdoor ceremony at TWU’s Gardens. Black garden chairs can be set up on the greenhouse patio or a garden location of your choosing for ceremonies. If your wedding is scheduled for the gardens & greenhouse, the Little Chapel will serve as the inclement weather site, providing you do not exceed the 110-person capacity.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 100 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Up to 100 black garden chairs | Your own location choice within the garden area.

Available services that can be provided by The Little Chapel In-The-Woods

Services & amenities

  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Self parking - paid

Reviews

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4.7 out of 5

14 reviews

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  • Dorman Wedding

    •Verified review
    •Cassie•Jun 28

    The Little Chapel In-The-Woods was the perfect venue for our intimate wedding ceremony. Their communication style was a great mix of email coordination before the big day and in-person support from the Chapel Assistant (whose name I'm afraid I've forgotten) during our rehearsal and ceremony. The chapel itself has such a charming, European-inspired design that instantly set the mood for our special day. The Chapel Assistant was incredibly helpful, offering suggestions that improved our ceremony and assisted where needed so we could focus on celebrating with our loved ones. Her assistance truly helped reduce our stress levels and allowed us to be fully present. Overall, the Little Chapel In-The-Woods provided an unforgettable experience that we'll cherish forever.

  • Beautiful Venue

    •Verified review
    •Liz R.•Jun 24

    The Little Chapel In-The-Woods was a wonderful venue for our wedding. From the moment we reached out, the team there, especially Maria, provided easy and quick responses to all of our questions. They were incredibly helpful in guiding us through the planning process. The chapel itself is absolutely beautiful, and we were thrilled with the great value it provided. On the day of the wedding, Maria made everything feel seamless and easy, allowing us to fully enjoy our special day. We couldn't have asked for a better venue and highly recommend The Little Chapel In-The-Woods to any couple planning their wedding.

    Response from vendor•Jun 24, 2025
    Thanks so much, Liz! We’re so happy Maria and the team could make your planning and wedding day easy. It was a joy to be part of your special day, wishing you both all the best!

  • Heaven sent

    •Verified review
    •Aimee B.•Jun 23

    The Little Chapel In-The-Woods was the perfect venue for our wedding day. From their polite, prompt, and thorough communication style, to the beautiful, clean, sweet and inviting quality of their work, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. They made our day feel so special, allowing us to include our own personal touches like garland in the back and bouquets on the pews. Their ample and organized communication, as well as their availability on the weekend my daughter could attend, made the entire process seamless. The history and design of the chapel were immediately inviting and aligned perfectly with our cultural and artistic values. We are so grateful to the team at The Little Chapel In-The-Woods for helping to make our wedding day truly Heaven Sent.

    Response from vendor•Jun 24, 2025
    Thanks so much, Aimee! We’re so glad the Little Chapel was just right for your wedding day, we enjoyed working with you all! Wishing you both all the best as you start this exciting journey together!

  • The perfect place for a small intimate wedding

    •Verified review
    •Lynn McGee S.•Jun 22

    We had a small (25 guest) evening wedding and the chapel was just beautiful and the perfect size. No need for a lot of flowers as the stained-glass windows are gorgeous!! LED candles added to the ambiance. A beautiful place to start our new life. Kylie was a wonderful personal attendant too.

    Response from vendor•Jun 24, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted the chapel’s charm and Kylie’s care made your wedding so special. Wishing you both all the best as you start this new chapter!

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