Sedona Wedding Venues & Places To Get Married
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Sedona offers an unusually varied selection of wedding venues, from intimate chapels and creekside settings to luxury resorts, garden courtyards and ceremony spaces surrounded by the area's famous red rock scenery. Couples can plan anything from a private elopement or small family ceremony to a complete destination wedding with accommodations, dining and reception facilities in one location.
The best venue depends on your guest count, preferred setting, budget and whether you want the ceremony and reception at the same property. Outdoor weddings also require consideration of seasonal weather, parking, accessibility, sound, photography and backup plans. The Sedona wedding venues below provide several different styles of celebration, followed by practical tips for choosing the right location.
- Sedona Wedding Venues
- Types Of Wedding Venues
- Outdoor Weddings
- Choosing A Wedding Venue
- Wedding Venue Planning Tips
- Wedding Venue FAQ
Sedona Wedding Venues
Sedona wedding venues range from intimate chapels and bed-and-breakfast settings to full-service resorts capable of hosting an entire destination wedding weekend. Venue features, guest capacities, packages and policies change, so contact each property directly for current availability, pricing and wedding requirements.
Chapel at Tlaquepaque
Chapel at Tlaquepaque
336 State Route 179
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-282-4838
The Chapel at Tlaquepaque provides an intimate indoor ceremony setting within Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village. The non-denominational chapel features whitewashed walls, stained glass, handcrafted details and wooden pews and currently accommodates wedding ceremonies of up to 45 guests. Tlaquepaque also offers outdoor courtyards and terraces for other wedding events.
Creekside Inn Sedona
Creekside Inn Sedona
99 Copper Cliffs Drive
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-282-4992
Creekside Inn offers an intimate wedding, reception and elopement setting on landscaped grounds near Oak Creek. The bed-and-breakfast atmosphere can be well suited to couples looking for a smaller celebration and a more private alternative to a large resort wedding.
L'Auberge de Sedona
L'Auberge de Sedona
301 L'Auberge Lane
Sedona, AZ 86336
855-905-5745
L'Auberge de Sedona offers creekside ceremony locations, red rock views and indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings and receptions. Couples can also plan rehearsal dinners, welcome gatherings, farewell brunches and other events as part of a destination wedding weekend, with accommodations available on the property.
Amara Resort & Spa
Amara Resort & Spa
100 Amara Lane
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-282-4828
Amara Resort & Spa offers indoor and outdoor wedding spaces with red rock views, accommodations, dining and an on-site spa. Couples can hold ceremonies and receptions as well as rehearsal dinners, bridal gatherings and farewell brunches at the resort.
Enchantment Resort
Enchantment Resort
525 Boynton Canyon Road
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-282-2900
Enchantment Resort provides destination wedding settings surrounded by the dramatic scenery of Boynton Canyon. Indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception spaces are available, along with resort accommodations, customized banquet menus and services for larger wedding celebrations.
Types Of Sedona Wedding Venues
Sedona offers several distinct styles of wedding venue, and deciding which atmosphere fits your celebration can make the search much easier. Resorts are convenient for destination weddings because accommodations, ceremony spaces, receptions and dining may all be available on one property. Smaller inns and chapels can be better suited to intimate ceremonies and elopements.
- Resort venues: Convenient for destination weddings, larger guest lists, receptions and on-site accommodations.
- Creekside venues: Provide a shaded natural setting along or near Oak Creek.
- Red rock venues: Emphasize Sedona's signature scenery and dramatic photography backgrounds.
- Chapels: Offer a traditional or intimate ceremony setting with fewer weather concerns.
- Courtyards and gardens: Combine outdoor atmosphere with developed event facilities.
- Small inns: Can provide a private atmosphere for elopements and smaller wedding groups.
Planning An Outdoor Sedona Wedding
An outdoor Sedona wedding can provide spectacular scenery, but the setting also requires more planning than an indoor ceremony. Temperatures, wind, direct sun and seasonal precipitation can affect guest comfort, flowers, photography and sound equipment.
Ask prospective venues about covered or indoor backup locations, electrical power, seating, restroom access and restrictions on amplified music or décor. Couples considering a ceremony away from a developed wedding venue should also investigate land-management rules, permits, parking and group-size restrictions before making plans.
Choosing The Right Sedona Wedding Venue
Begin by deciding approximately how many people you expect and whether the ceremony, reception and accommodations need to be in the same location. Once those requirements are established, compare venues based on the overall experience rather than scenery alone.
- Guest capacity: Confirm both ceremony and reception capacity for your expected attendance.
- Ceremony and reception: Determine whether both events can take place on the same property.
- Weather backup: Ask what alternatives are available if an outdoor ceremony cannot proceed as planned.
- Accommodations: Destination weddings may be easier when guests can stay at or near the venue.
- Catering: Find out whether food and beverage services are provided in-house or outside vendors are permitted.
- Accessibility: Consider walking distances, stairs, terrain and accessibility for older guests and guests with mobility limitations.
- Transportation: Ask about parking, shuttle service and transportation between lodging and event spaces.
- Vendor policies: Determine whether the venue requires preferred vendors or allows you to select your own.
Sedona Wedding Venue Planning Tips
- Tour your preferred venues in person whenever possible before signing a contract.
- Ask for a written list of everything included in the venue fee or wedding package.
- Confirm the maximum number of guests allowed in both ceremony and reception spaces.
- Discuss weather backup arrangements for every outdoor portion of the wedding.
- Ask about setup times, event ending times and amplified-music restrictions.
- Confirm whether catering, alcohol and wedding vendors must be selected from approved lists.
- Discuss parking and transportation arrangements for destination-wedding guests.
- Ask whether rehearsal dinners, welcome receptions or farewell brunches can also be hosted on the property.
For additional planning help, see our Sedona wedding weather guide, outdoor wedding tips, Sedona wedding planners and wedding photographers.
Sedona Wedding Venues FAQ
What types of wedding venues are available in Sedona?
Sedona wedding venues include luxury resorts, creekside properties, chapels, courtyards, gardens, small inns and locations featuring views of the area's red rock formations. The right choice depends on your guest count, preferred setting and whether you also need reception and lodging facilities.
How far in advance should I book a Sedona wedding venue?
Reserve your preferred venue as early as practical once your wedding date, approximate guest count and budget are established. Popular properties and desirable spring and fall dates may have limited availability well in advance.
Can I have both my ceremony and reception at the same Sedona venue?
Yes. Many Sedona resorts and event properties offer separate spaces for ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions. Confirm the available spaces, capacities and transition arrangements with each venue before booking.
What should I consider for an outdoor Sedona wedding?
Consider seasonal temperatures, sun exposure, wind, precipitation, accessibility, guest comfort and sound requirements. Ask the venue about indoor or covered backup space and the procedure for moving an outdoor ceremony if weather becomes unsuitable.
Are Sedona wedding venues suitable for destination weddings?
Yes. Many Sedona resorts and hotels combine wedding spaces with guest accommodations, dining and other services, making them convenient for destination weddings. Couples should also consider transportation and lodging options for guests staying elsewhere.
What questions should I ask before booking a wedding venue?
Ask about capacity, pricing, deposits, cancellation policies, catering, alcohol service, required vendors, setup and cleanup, event hours, sound restrictions, parking, accessibility, weather backup plans and exactly what is included in the venue fee.
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