BEST WEDDING VENUES IN PHOENIX, MESA, SCOTTDALE, AZ
According to a Wedding Planner with 15+ Years of Experience
After planning hundreds of weddings and events over the past 15 years, we know as much as you do, that not all weddings are the same. Not all client needs are the same. And not everyone’s style is the same.
There are 4 core differences in venue needs for modern brides and grooms:
- Capacity: The average wedding in Phoenix has about 110 guests. However, some people are hosting weddings as small as 50, and some as large as 500+. To help you find venues that meet your capacity needs, we created a separate section for venues with a capacity over 200 below.
- Catering: While many venues require you to cater your food through them, this does not work for everyone. For multicultural weddings with specific meal items you’d want to serve, or simply wanting to choose your own (licensed) caterer who specializes in your favorite meal options, you may want a venue that gives more flexibility in the area. This is why we have a specific section below for venues that allow outside catering.
- Indoor/Outdoor: If you’re hosting a wedding in the middle of Summer or the middle of Winter then you may be seeking an indoor venue, but if your wedding is in more mild times, you may want part or all of your wedding to be outdoors. We’ve noted which venues below provide outdoor options for the ceremony or reception
- Style: Everyone’s style is unique, so we’ve provided a list of venues with different styles for you to choose from.
SECTION 1: VENUES THAT ARE CATERING HALLS
1. THE PHOENICIAN
A legendary AAA Five Diamond luxury resort at the base of Camelback Mountain featuring multiple stunning ceremony sites with dramatic desert mountain backdrops. World class service and award winning culinary team. The ultimate Scottsdale luxury resort wedding experience.
Overview
- City: Scottsdale, AZ
- Max capacity: 500+ guests
- Provides in house catering only
- Indoor and outdoor venues available
What couples love:
- A legendary AAA Five Diamond luxury resort at the base of Camelback Mountain
- Multiple stunning ceremony sites with dramatic desert mountain backdrops
- Service that’s world-class, attentive, and anticipates every need
- Award-winning culinary team and beautiful ballrooms
- The ultimate Scottsdale luxury resort wedding experience
2. ANDAZ SCOTTDALE RESORT & BUNGALOWS
A modern luxury resort with stunning Camelback Mountain views featuring multiple pools, fire pits, and outdoor spaces for desert celebrations. Contemporary design meets desert sophistication. Events team is creative, flexible, and handles everything seamlessly.
Overview
- City: Scottsdale, AZ
- Max capacity: 380 guests seated
- Provides in house catering only
- Indoor and outdoor venues available
What couples love:
- A modern luxury resort with stunning Camelback Mountain views
- Multiple pools, fire pits, and outdoor spaces for desert celebrations
- Contemporary design meets desert sophistication
- The events team is creative, flexible, and handles everything seamlessly
- Perfect for couples wanting modern luxury in a desert oasis setting
3. DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN
140 acres of stunning desert landscapes with thousands of cacti and desert plants. Multiple ceremony sites including the stunning Ullman Terrace. Natural desert beauty means minimal decor needed. Unique Arizona setting that wows out of town guests.
Overview
- City: Phoenix, AZ
- Max capacity: 250 guests seated
- Provides in house catering only
- Indoor and outdoor venues available
What couples love:
- 140 acres of stunning desert landscapes with thousands of cacti and desert plants
- Multiple ceremony sites including the stunning Ullman Terrace
- Natural desert beauty means minimal decor needed
- Unique Arizona setting that wows out-of-town guests
- Perfect for nature-loving couples who want authentic desert elegance
4. WRIGLEY MANSION
A historic 1930s mansion on a hilltop with panoramic Phoenix views. Spanish Colonial Revival architecture with period elegance. Sunset terrace ceremonies with the entire valley spread below. Intimate, exclusive feel with exceptional service.
Overview
- City: Phoenix, AZ
- Max capacity: 300 guests seated
- Provides in house catering only
- Indoor and outdoor venues available
What couples love:
- A historic 1930s mansion on a hilltop with panoramic Phoenix views
- Spanish Colonial Revival architecture with period elegance
- Sunset terrace ceremonies with the entire valley spread below
- Intimate, exclusive feel with exceptional service
- Perfect for couples wanting historic Phoenix glamour with breathtaking views
SECTION 2: VENUES THAT ALLOW OUTSIDE CATERING
PERFECT FOR CLIENTS WITH PARTICULAR CATERING & CULTURAL NEEDS
1. DESERT FOOTHILLS BARN
A rustic barn venue in Cave Creek with Sonoran Desert views. Covered outdoor pavilion, string lights, and desert landscaping. Rustic elegance with total vendor freedom. Perfect for couples wanting desert barn vibes with catering control.
Overview
- City: Cave Creek, AZ
- Max capacity: 425 guests seated
- Allows outside catering
- Indoor and outdoor venues available
What couples love:
- A rustic barn venue in Cave Creek with Sonoran Desert views.
- Outside catering allowed. Covered outdoor pavilion, string lights, and desert landscaping.
- Rustic elegance with total vendor freedom.
- Perfect for couples wanting desert barn vibes with catering control.
2. BOOJUM TREE
A hidden desert oasis in Phoenix with lush gardens and Spanish architecture. Beautiful courtyards, fountains, and citrus groves. Historic charm with complete customization. Great for couples wanting secret garden vibes with vendor flexibility.
Overview
- City: Phoenix, AZ
- Max capacity: 200 guests seated
- Allows outside catering
- Outdoor venue with covered areas
What couples love:
- A hidden desert oasis in Phoenix with lush gardens and Spanish architecture.
- Outside catering allowed. Beautiful courtyards, fountains, and citrus groves.
- Historic charm with complete customization.
- Great for couples wanting secret garden vibes with vendor flexibility.
3. SUPERSTITION MANOR
A historic hacienda-style venue at the base of the Superstition Mountains in Apache Junction. Stunning desert mountain backdrop and covered outdoor spaces. Authentic Arizona atmosphere with vendor freedom. Budget friendly and beautiful.
Overview
- City: Apache Junction, AZ
- Max capacity: 200+ guests seated
- Allows outside catering
- Indoor and outdoor venues available
What couples love:
- A historic hacienda-style venue at the base of the Superstition Mountains in Apache Junction.
- Outside catering allowed.
- Stunning desert mountain backdrop and covered outdoor spaces.
- Authentic Arizona atmosphere with vendor freedom.
- Budget-friendly and beautiful.
4. NOAH's Events Venue
Multiple locations across Phoenix metro featuring modern event halls with chandeliers and elegant details. All inclusive packages available but flexible for DIY couples. Great value with beautiful spaces.
Overview
- City: Multiple Phoenix metro locations
- Max capacity: 300 guests seated
- Allows outside catering
- Indoor and outdoor venues available
What couples love:
- Multiple locations across Phoenix metro.
- Outside catering allowed.
- Modern event halls with chandeliers and elegant details.
- Catering services available but flexible for DIY couples.
- Great value with beautiful spaces.
5. SCHNEPF FARMS
A working family farm in Queen Creek with multiple event spaces. Peach orchards, rustic barns, and desert landscapes. Multiple ceremony and reception sites. Perfect for couples wanting authentic Arizona farm charm with total vendor control.
Overview
- City: Queen Creek, AZ
- Max capacity: 200+ guests seated
- Allows outside catering
- Indoor and outdoor venues available
What couples love:
- A working family farm in Queen Creek with multiple event spaces.
- Outside catering allowed.
- Peach orchards, rustic barns, and desert landscapes.
- Multiple ceremony and reception sites.
- Perfect for couples wanting authentic Arizona farm charm with total vendor control.
This venue list only scratches the surface on amazing venues in the area.
We have access to dozens of venues in the area, and when you book the Wedded Details Full Wedding Planning package, we can send you a custom venue list to choose from that meets your specific wedding needs in as short as 5 business days!
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