From Rustic Barns to Oceanfront Views: Vancouver Island's Best Wedding Venues
In an effort to make your life easier, I’ve done a deep dive into some of my favourite wedding venues that Vancouver Island has to offer.
This jaw dropping Island has become a dreamy hotspot for anyone seeking an unforgettable wedding experience. Picture-perfect and full of natural beauty, this island has something for every type of couple. from charming rustic barns to breathtaking oceanfront views, you won't believe the variety of romantic wedding venues here.
Whether you're envisioning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration surrounded by all your loved ones, Vancouver Island has got you covered. let's dive into the most Iconic wedding venues on the island. I'm about to spill the tea on these gems, helping you plan the wedding you've always dreamed of.
Here’s what
we’ll cover:
location
occupancy
ceremony/reception options
indoor/outdoor locations
price Estimates
curfew
staffing
catering
contact info
and lots more
Please note that this information has been gathered over the last year, so may not reflect all the details with 100% accuracy. Simply use this information as a guide to navigate your Wedding venue dreams — then Get in touch with the venue to inquire about further deets + availability.
Rustic
Wedding
Venues
Starling Lane
“This enchanting old setting is one of Victoria’s most sought after event venue. We are located just off of Old West Saanich Road, among the beautiful vineyards of Victoria, British Columbia. The Municipality of Saanich is so fortunate to have this valuable cluster of agricultural heritage significant buildings within its boundaries and every effort is made to preserve them. This charming old world farm location is filled with gracious ambiance. The ample flower beds are stunning within each season and the authenticity of the different areas is remarkable.
Plan to make your special day uniquely yours with casual elegance, dignity, beauty and happiness. Beautiful facilities, many extras, advice, friendly experienced service where every effort is made to make your day memorable. All funds raised are for heritage restoration of this charming old site.”
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-picturesque glass greenhouse
-rustic barn
-heritage
-indoor + outdoor options
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Guest Occupancy:
-Outdoor Garden Setting = 150 people
-Indoor Glass Plant Conservatory = 50 people-Winery Barn = 50-70
Ceremony + Reception space: both provided
Getting Ready Suite: provided
Curfew: 9:30pm
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes
Tables & chairs: Yes
Dishes & glassware: No
Staffing: No
Speaker + sound system: No
Catering: not provided, but facilities available for hired caterers
Onsite Accommodations: No
Pricing: please inquire, “all funds raised are for heritage restoration of this charming old site and the fee varies greatly depending on the numbers of quests and what they wish to do.”
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Website: https://starlinglanevineyard.com
Contact Info: Jackie Wrinch, jackie.wrinch@shaw.ca, (250)479-4769
Location: 5271 Old West Saanich Rd, Victoria, BC
Bird’s Eye Cove
“What memory will you have of your most important life event: Elegance. Warmth. Love. Family and Joy. Many couples tend to seek a venue that is natural, beautiful and resonates within their soul. Bird’s Eye Cove Farm offers just that.
Located in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, BC. Bird’s Eye Cove Farm offers one of the most magical locations to hold the wedding of your dreams. We pride ourselves on being everything you want in a wedding venue; picturesque in setting, rolling hills and cliffs, ocean views and our beautiful traditional timber frame barn that sits in the middle of our 300 acre heritage farm. We have a team of great staff who will work with you throughout the year and will provide you with excellent service on your wedding day.”
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-weekend package
-farm
-rustic
-romantic
-ocean view
-indoor + outdoor options
-accomms
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Guest Occupancy: 130-150; outdoor tent rental required for weddings over 150
Indoor + Outdoor Options
Ceremony + Reception space: both provided
Getting Ready Suite: provided
Curfew: Midnight
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes
Tables & chairs: Yes
Dishes & glassware: Yes - for rent
Staffing: Yes; staffing + wedding coordinator
Speaker + sound system: portable stereo with microphone
Catering: not provided, but facilities available for hired caterers
Onsite Accommodations: Yes
Pricing Estimate: two day wedding package - $8K
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Website: http://birdseyecovefarm.com/country-weddings/
Contact Info: Sara, sara@birdseyecovefarm.com, (250)732-0667
Location: 5881 Genoa Bay Rd, Duncan, BC
Bodega Ridge
“We're honoured to host numerous weddings throughout the year, from intimate gatherings to lavish affairs. Bodega Ridge and all our amenities, resources and staff will be at your disposal. Use your imagination and we'll do everything we can to make your dreams a reality.”
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-Gulf Island retreat
-rustic
-exclusive 22 acre property
-full service
-accommodations
-indoor + outdoor options
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Guest Occupancy: 150 outdoor, 60 indoor (wood stove heated dining hall)
Indoor + Outdoor Available (open air patio and covered pavilion with a custom tent)
Ceremony & Reception Space: both
Bridal Suite: Yes (they’ve used the library in the past)
Curfew: 11:00pm
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes, full service bar provided
Tables, chairs, dinner + glassware: Yes
Dinner + glassware: No
Staffing: Provided (including set up and take down)
Speaker + sound system: Yes, commercial sound system provided
Catering: Yes
Onsite Accommodations: Yes
Pricing: Please Inquire
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Website: https://www.bodegaridge.com/weddings
Contact Info: info@bodegaridge.com
Location: 120 Manastee Rd, Galiano Island, BC
Bilston Creek Farm
“Our retreat-style weddings are designed to provide an immersive experience, bringing together friends and family for an escape into nature and an exclusive celebration of love. Centred around the beauty of the farm, you will be acquainted with a taste of West Coast luxury and are sure to find a perfect location for all your special moments. Experience a piece of history on one of British Columbia’s first farms, where heritage apple orchards roll into fields of lavender, and the coastal forest bears witness to memories in the making.”
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-weekend retreat
-all inclusive
-farm
-forest
-outdoors + indoor options
-on site accommodations
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Guest Occupancy: 150
Indoor + Outdoor Options
Ceremony + Reception space: both provided
Getting Ready Suite: provided
Curfew: Yes, can be extended until 12:30am
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes
Tables, chairs, dinner + glassware: 18 live edge dining tables, 150 matte black metal chairs, mobile reclaimed wood cocktail bar, 3 matte black metal high top tables with seating.
Staffing: yes = venue coordinator + dedicated team
Speaker + sound system: provided
Catering: available through sister company, Bramble by Bilston
Onsite Accommodations: Yes
Pricing estimate: $20k (all inclusive, full weekend)
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Website: https://bilston.ca/
Contact Info: Mariana Lightly, mariana@bilston.ca, (778)533-7550
Location: 4185 Metchosin Rd., Victoria, B.C.
Kildara Farms
“Start your new life together on beautiful Kildara Farm. Located just 5 minutes from the Swartz Bay Ferry terminal, Kildara features extensive English country gardens, a breathtaking ocean and mountain view, mature apple orchard and is just steps away from the beach. Roses ramble along fences and trellises, lilies fill the air with their intoxicating scent, driftwood gates invite you to explore the orchard and ornamental grasses wave softly in the pleasant breeze--each corner of the garden presents another delightful surprise! Have your photos taken right on the property, while your guests mingle in the garden or play bocce ball amongst the roses-whatever your wishes, Kildara Farm offers the very best of country elegance.”
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-gardens
-ocean view
-mountain view
-orchard
-indoor + outdoor options
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Guest Occupancy: 100 (additional cost for more people)
Indoor + Outdoor Options
Ceremony + Reception space: both provided
Getting Ready Suite: provided
Curfew: 11pm (Sunday's & weekdays 10pm)
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes
Tables & chairs: Yes
Dishes & glassware: Yes
Staffing: Yes; staffing + wedding planner
Speaker + sound system: No
Catering: not provided (unsure on catering facilities)
Onsite Accommodations: No
Pricing: $5K (with specials for week day & off season bookings!)
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Website: https://kildarafarms.com/weddings-at-the-farm/
Contact Info: Sarah, info@freshviewevents.com
Location: 11293 Chalet Rd, North Saanich, BC
Sea Cider Farm + Ciderhouse
“The perfect location for your celebration of love! With effortless style and flexibility, Sea Cider is the stunning West Coast answer to your rural yet polished wedding or elopement! You and your guests will enjoy Sea Cider’s ambiance and the views of our orchard, the Salish Sea and the mountains beyond. Our farm and facilities provide a stunning yet relaxed atmosphere for your celebration, made yours with only a few personal touches. Your celebration is elevated with our preferred vendors providing you with the best food, entertainment and experience on Vancouver Island. We have partnered with some of the best photographers in the area to ensure that every special moment is captured and that your memories are everlasting.”
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-farm
-orchard
-forest
-ocean view
-indoor + outdoor options
-affordable wedding venue
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Guest Occupancy:
-The Ciderhouse = 77
-The Pavilion = 130
-The Ceremony/Stumpery = 110 + 20 for standingBoth Indoor + Outdoor Options
Ceremony + Reception space: both provided
Bridal Suite: provided
Curfew: 11pm
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes
Tables, chairs, dinner + glassware: provided
Staffing: provided
Speaker + sound system: provided
Catering: Not provided, on-site facilities available for hiring caterers
Onsite Accommodations: No
Pricing: starts around $2k
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Website: https://www.seacider.ca/
Contact Info: info@seacider.ca, (250) 544-4824
Location: 2487 Mt St Michael Rd, Saanichton, BC
Forest
Wedding
Venues
Cedar Haven
“Cedar Haven is a new wedding venue in East Sooke, Vancouver Island, Canada. 2017 was our first full year of magical weddings in the woods! Built with love by the family who has lived here for the past 19 years. Sarah and Bruce the owners of the property had their wedding here in 2000 so they are thrilled other people want to do the same. Cedar Haven was a vision born from a styled wedding shoot. We thought wow other people might really love to get married here. The beautiful rainforest setting gives off some major twilight vibes.. OR game of thrones... OR fern-gully.. Whichever you think suits it best. Turns out it's perfect and everyone, even the men are in love with this outdoor cathedral! The property has a tranquil feel and is the perfect place to feel connected to nature.”
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-old growth forest
-nature
-enchanting
-open-air
-outdoors
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Guest Occupancy: 110+
Outdoor Only
Ceremony: yes; tent rental required for reception
Bridal Suite: provided
Curfew: Unsure
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes
Ceremony seating: provided
Staffing: Unsure
Speaker + sound system: No
Catering: Not provided.
*East Sooke, Sooke and Metchosin have community halls with kitchens that can be rented and used for receptions.Onsite Accommodations: No
Pricing: please inquire
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Website: http://www.cedarhavenweddings.com#weddingsinthewoods
Contact: inquire via website’s contact form
Location: 5783 East Sooke Road, Sooke, BC
Urban
Downtown
Wedding
Venues
The Fort Common
“The Fort Common is a revitalized brick carriage courtyard in the heart of downtown Victoria. This hidden gem is a seasonal, publicly accessible urban oasis open during the summer months for all to enjoy.
The Fort Common is a seasonal, publicly accessible urban oasis open from May through September for all to enjoy. The common is host to weddings and other full-day events on Saturdays, as well as smaller scale events on weeknights during the summer season.”
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-urban
-open air
-exposed brick
-downtown
-outdoor
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Guest Occupancy: seated 150, standing 180
Outdoor Only
Ceremony & Reception Space: both
Bridal Suite: No
Curfew: Midnight
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes
Tables, chairs, dinner + glassware: Not provided
Staffing: No
Speaker + sound system: Not provided.
Catering: Not provided.
Onsite Accommodations: No
Pricing Estimate: 4k for full day access
Event Insurance Required
Available May-September
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Website: https://www.fortproperties.ca/fort-common-events + Informational PDF
Contact Info: events@fortproperties.ca
Location: 1017 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC
*Venue available May-September
Kwench
“Host your event here. Our dynamic, functional and thoughtfully designed spaces are available for your meeting, lecture, large scale corporate event, film screening, pop-up dining dream, product launch, art exhibition... the only limitation is your imagination. In-house amenities include a choice of AV equipment and furniture, and we can connect you with local creative businesses and services that will make your event memorable.”
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-urban
-downtown
-unique
-creative
-indoor
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Guest Occupancy: 200 standing, 125 seated
Indoor Only
Ceremony & Reception Space: both
Bridal Suite: Yes (they’ve used the library in the past)
Curfew: 11:00pm
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes
Tables & chairs: 7x 5' round tables, 42x folding padded chairs & black table linens
Dinner + glassware: No
Staffing: Yes (every event is provided with bartenders, service staff & a venue manager)
Speaker + sound system: partnership with DL Sound and Lighting for AV service options
Catering: Exclusive catering partners are Toque and Songhees Catering
Onsite Accommodations: No
Pricing estimate: $3k
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Website: https://www.clubkwench.com/en#events
Contact Info: hello@clubkwench.com
Location: 2031 Store St, Victoria, BC
The Powerhouse
“Victoria’s newest event venue. Surround yourself with an industrial look. The venue is over 3000 square feet and boasts 40 foot high ceilings. The venue has 4 bathrooms, a storage area and drive in bay doors. The venue also includes a selection of arcade games included in the rental!”
***NOTE: as far as I know, the powerhouse is not accepting wedding related events at this time. But it never hurts to check in with them to make sure!
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-3200 square feet
-urban downtown location
-industrial
-warehouse
-45ft high ceilings
-exposed brick
-arcade
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Guest Occupancy: Unsure
Indoor Only
Ceremony & Reception Space: both
Bridal Suite: No
Curfew: Midnight
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: venue allows clients to purchase their own alcoholic and special events permit, but must be served by the venue’s preferred bar service company or one of their exclusive caterers
Tables, chairs, dinner + glassware: Not provided
Staffing: venue requires experienced wedding/event planners on site or additional fees for staffing will be applied
Speaker + sound system: available for rent
Lighting package: available for rent ($200)
Catering: Not provided.
Onsite Accommodations: No
Pricing: $5k (weekend rate), $1.5k (weekday rate)
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Website: https://rockbaypowerhouse.com
Contact Info: info@rockbaypowerhouse.com
Location: 2110 Store Street, Victoria, BC
Oceanfront
Wedding
Venues
Black Rock Wedding Venue
Located in Ucluelet
“The breathtaking natural beauty of Black Rock Oceanfront Resort creates an extraordinary destination for your dream wedding on Vancouver Island’s breathtaking West Coast. Black Rock Oceanfront Resort in Ucluelet, BC is a spectacular West Coast escape for wedding ceremonies, celebrations, and reception dinners – from intimate weddings for 2 people to elegant affairs for 75 people. Nestled in the headlands above of the Pacific Ocean, our luxurious West Coast wedding destination offers beautiful venues that are transformed into romantic settings for your special day. Our culinary and events team will create a feast that adds flavor and flair to your wedding celebration..”
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-30 mins from Tofino
-oceanview
-rugged forest
-outdoors + indoor options
-on site accommodations (group room rates)
-on site spa & restaurant
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Guest Occupancy: Unsure
Indoor + Outdoor Options
*Rainforest ballroom, wine cellar & Currents PatioCeremony + Reception space: both provided
Getting Ready Suite: Yes
Curfew: Unsure
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: Yes
Tables, chairs, dinner + glassware: provided
Staffing: yes = venue coordinator + dedicated team
Speaker + sound system: provided
Catering: available through Black Rock
Onsite Accommodations: Yes
*A minimum guaranteed room block of 20 room nights is required in order to book Black Rock’s function space. Please note a 2 night minimum stay is required.Pricing estimate: please inquire
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Website: https://www.blackrockresort.com/vancouver-island-weddings-retreats/ucluelet-weddings/
Contact Info: events@blackrockresort.com
Wedding + Elopement PDF - here
Location: 596 Marine Drive, Ucluelet, BC
Unique
Wedding
Venues
Hatley Castle
“Hatley Castle is one of the most sought after wedding destinations in the region. Celebrate your beautiful wedding day in an exquisite castle, or garden on Hatley Estate – a 565-acre estate, only 20 minutes from beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. Picture yourself, sweeping down a magnificent castle staircase, or gracefully walking through a heritage garden, surrounded by flowers and beauty. Family and friends will delight as they join you for a very special wedding at Hatley Park National Historic Site.”
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-castle
-romantic
-national historic site
-beautiful gardens
-indoor & outdoor options
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Guest Occupancy: -280 in the gardens-250 indoors
Indoor + Outdoor Options
Ceremony & Reception Space: both
Bridal Suite: No
Curfew: Midnight
Alcohol Permitted Onsite: yes
Tables, chairs, dinner + glassware: Yes
Staffing: Provided
Speaker + sound system: Provided
Catering: partnered exclusively with Truffles Catering
Onsite Accommodations: No
Pricing: $8K Peak Season (June-Sept); $5K Shoulder Season
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Website: https://hatleypark.ca/hatley-park-weddings Contact
Info: inquire via website’s contact form.
Location: 2005 Sooke Rd, Victoria, BC
