It’s no surprise that the natural beauty of the Ozarks attracts soon-to-be newlyweds to the area. Looking to tie the knot? Here are just a few of the area’s most popular wedding venues.
Modern
GREENHOUSE TWO RIVERS
Photo by Inner Images Photography
Highlandville, greenhousetworivers.com
WHY WE LOVE IT: Greenhouse Two Rivers is a modern greenhouse you can get married in. The 7,000-square-foot glass greenhouse event center sits on 20 acres and is bathed in natural light. Outside, guests can gather in the courtyard by the romantic white pergola and take in the expansive views.
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 320
DON’T MISS: Snap a photo or two in front of the pond.
HASELTINE ESTATE
Photo courtesy of Haseltine Estate
Springfield, hasletineestate.com
WHY WE LOVE IT: This historic home has been turned into a stunning wedding venue. The inside of the house provides everything the wedding party needs to get ready, and the patio and pool deck serve as a picturesque backdrop for any reception.
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 200
DON’T MISS: The tree-lined drive makes for a stunning photo op.
Outdoors
THE CO-OP VENUE
Pleasant Hope, stewartfarmsco-op.com
WHY WE LOVE IT: This 50-acre farm and event venue is part rustic barn, part warehouse and part ballroom with an outdoor setting and modern industrial finishes for an open-air concept event.
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 250
DON’T MISS: During the daylight hours, be sure to check out the farm animals on site. If you’re wanting to stay overnight, the camping area includes a fire pit plus plenty of firewood.
Charming Chapels
BIG CEDAR LODGE
Photo courtesy of Big Cedar Lodge
WHY WE LOVE IT: Big Cedar Lodge is unique in that it offers more than 20 venues on the property. It also has some of the best views around, which is why couples from all over the U.S. come here to say “I Do.”
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 550
DON’T MISS: Check out the Cedar Creek Spa and book one of the private cabins.
Brick-Lined
HISTORIC FIREHOUSE NO. 2
Springfield, historicfirehouse.com
WHY WE LOVE IT: The photo backdrops here are classic. You have the lush pavilion, the historic brick building, the cozy ve- randa, the second-story balcony, the graffiti gallery...The list goes on.
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 250
DON’T MISS: A photo with the historic pedestrian bridge in the background.
Ballroom
THE SAVOY BALLROOM
WHY WE LOVE IT: This C-Street ballroom has tons of natural light, historic charm (think metal-tiled ceilings and wood floors) plus an outdoor pavilion that’s perfect for intimate ceremonies.
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 250
DON’T MISS: All the photo ops on C-Street.
Delightfully Rustic
JUNIPER GARDENS
Fair Grove, junipergardens417.com
WHY WE LOVE IT: Juniper Gardens opened in 2021, and it’s a wooded wonderland with a 3,600-foot open-air pavilion, and 16-foot chimney as the main altar space.
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 250
DON'T MISS: Enjoy taking beautiful photos on the two hiking trails, at Frog Pond and even out in the field at sunset.
THE CHAPEL AT FINLEY FARMS
Photo courtesy of Finley Farms
Ozark, finleyfarmsmo.com/weddings
WHY WE LOVE IT: The simplicity of this chapel is half its charm. The other half is its loca- tion—along the banks of the Finley River. The open-air venue is minimalism at its best and where wooden beams look less rustic and more like the wooded forest that hugs the venue on all sides.
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 130
DON'T MISS: Photos on the Riverside Bridge
THE BARLEY HOUSE AT MOON TOWN CROSSING
Photo courtesy of Barley House at Moon Town Crossing
Springfield, moontowncrossing.com
WHY WE LOVE IT: You won’t find a single nail holding the timber together at The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing. This venue is pure wood, and its 5,000-square- foot interior can host a large wedding without feeling cramped.
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 310 seated, with the option for more standing
DON'T MISS: The dreamy fire pit
LAKE SPRINGFIELD BOATHOUSE
WHY WE LOVE IT: If you want an intimate wedding with a view of the lake, this spot is hard to beat. Especially in the spring and summer when the lily pads are at their best, this deck provides a scenic backdrop when saying your vows.
NUMBER OF GUESTS IT CAN HOLD: 80
DON’T MISS: The nearby field is a wildflower preserve, which is good news for your photographer.
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