Fresno has a lot of wedding venues, but as a wedding photographer in Fresno California, I just have to share my top 5 Fresno venue wedding locations with you! My goal is to give you a peek into each venue and what I love about them, because finding the perfect venue can be a hard choice! Hopefully, this will help you decide if any of these top-notch venues in Fresno are right for you! Without further ado, let’s jump into it!
Alyssa Michele Photo | Fresno Wedding Photographer
Villa Nascosta | An Intimate & Enchanting Outdoor Venue
Villa Nascosta is simply stunning and is my favorite location. It has gorgeous views, and lots of greenery, and is a huge overall venue that includes outdoor space for the ceremony, reception, and outdoor games. The Villa sits on seven acres of private property and has stunning views of vineyards! They also have a spot to get ready on the property. This is a full-service venue that includes food, drink, and day-of coordinator options!
“Villa Nascosta provides the perfect getaway for anyone seeking hidden treasures of the Central Valley. Despite it’s sweeping views of vineyards and sunsets that highlight the western foothills, this place still manages to feel intimate and enchanting.” – villanascosta.com
The Pines Resort | A Lakefront Resort with Mountain Views
The Pines Resort is located along Bass Lake and has a stunning ceremony view of the lake and breathtaking views of the mountains and pines! There are indoor and outdoor options for the reception as well. This is a hotel and they have awesome chalets to stay in after the wedding so that your guests don’t have to drive. The food is also phenomenal, and the resort is full-service! This one is my second favorite because the views are just insane!
“The Pines Resort on beautiful Bass Lake offers a perfect setting for your Wedding or Vows Renewal Ceremony. Shimmering waters of Bass Lake, pine trees in the background and a beautiful mountain landscape makes for the ideal venue for your happily ever after.” – basslake.com
Grace Barn | A Rustic & Elegant Fresno Venue
Grace Barn has a stunning outdoor area that sits on 20 acres with lots of greenery for ceremonies. The barn is very spacious and the perfect place for a reception! Grace Barn has a drink corral, fire pit, and even handicap-accessible parking stalls. Grace Barn’s 1,500-square-foot covered patio provides shade or cover in case it rains! The venue has lots of space to get ready in as well as a bridal suite. You can bring all your own vendors to this venue. Ashley the event coordinator is awesome to work with!
“Grace Barn in Del Rey, California boasts rustic elegance and unmatched amenities for your upcoming wedding or event. Celebrate all of life’s big moments surrounded by beautiful the western red cedar wood tones of Grace Barn, which sits on a picturesque, 20-acre horse ranch only a few miles southeast of Fresno. The scenic views and exceptional customer service at Grace Barn are sure to leave you and your guests with memories you’ll cherish forever.” – gracebarn.com
Hidden Hollow | An Elegant & Timeless Outdoor Fresno Venue
Hidden Hollow is a stunning outdoor venue in Fresno. It has five different locations for your ceremony! This venue is huge, and because of this, you’ll have a variety of locations for photos! They have a breathtaking overlook of the mountains. The reception area is awesome and very elegant. This Fresno venue is a full-service venue that includes catered dinner, custom bouquets/boutonnieres, cake or hors d’oeuvres, a stunning ballroom, DJ services, a wedding coordinator, outdoor lighting, and a spacious bridal suite and grooms lounge!
“Hidden Hollow is a private venue that is available exclusively for weddings and special events. The natural beauty of Hidden Hollow provides the perfect location for a romantic outdoor ceremony.” – hiddenhollowevents.com
China Peak | A Magical Mountain Resort
China Peak is located in the mountains toward Lake Side, California which is roughly an hour from Fresno. If you didn’t know, it’s a 1,500-acre ski resort during the winter! You have the option of either having the ceremony on-site, or you can have it on the lakeside of Huntington Lake which is only about 5 minutes away from the venue. They offer shuttles for the guests to get to the ceremony location. This is a full-service venue that includes food, drinks, and day-of coordinator options. The venue and views are STUNNING!
“With unparalleled beauty and flexibility, a wedding at China Peak Mountain Resort is nothing short of magical. Sixty miles north-east of Fresno, our 1500-acre ski resort is transformed every summer for destination weddings or for those looking for a unique experience where you and your closest family and friends can spend a weekend together at your own private mountain oasis.” – chinapeakweddings.com
So, Which Fresno Venue Are You Choosing For Your Wedding?!
There you have it. My Top 5 Fresno Venue locations! I hope that if you’re on the search for your perfect Fresno wedding venue this blog has helped! If you have any questions about these venues, feel free to let me know in the comments! In the meantime, you can find more about me here! If you think I’d be the perfect Fresno wedding photographer for you, then let’s get in touch soon, because I can’t wait to capture your wedding day next!
