Unveiling Maryland's Best: 7 Outdoor Wedding Venues Loved by a Local Photographer
After being a wedding photographer for 10+ years I have been to A LOT of Maryland wedding venues. Sometimes I get asked by prospective couples what are my favorite venues that I have shot at over the years. As a Maryland wedding photographer who's all about those open-air vibes, I'm beyond excited to unveil my top 7 picks for outdoor wedding venues in our charming state. While there are tons of amazing local venues out there (and more popping up every day) these particular Maryland wedding venues are for couples looking for the perfect outdoor venue for their celebration. These are a collection of great yard games backyard-style venues, camping and summer camp wedding venues, garden wedding venues, or just venues with beautiful outdoor space where they can spend as much time celebrating outside as possible!
1.Cold Saturday Farms - Finksburg, Maryland
Yes, there is the word “farm” in the name but Cold Saturday Farms is anything but your standard barn wedding venue. Located in Finksburg, Maryland this new venue is set on a historic manor estate with plenty of wide open space to enjoy. There are multiple buildings and beautiful spaces on the property available for use including the newly renovated Courtyard barn which is an amazing spot for a reception under the stars.
2. Blue Moon Rising - Deep Creek, Maryland
For all you camping wedding lovers, this spot is a dream! Blue Moon Rising rents the property for the entire weekend so you spend the whole weekend with your family and friends, not just one day! There are 14 unique cabins on the property for everyone to stay the weekend, as well as a beautiful pine tree ceremony space, and teepee-style cocktail and reception area tents. You are also just a short walk from Deep Creek Lake, so your wedding weekend can really be a mini vacation with all of your favorite people!
Finegerboard Country Inn - Ijamsville, MD
This smaller Maryland wedding venue is great for events with 100 guests or less. I have done several weddings here over the years and they are always a great time. The historic home is beautiful and the farm grounds are picturesque, roaming chickens included. This is a great spot if you are looking for the lowkey backyard party wedding vibe. Just bring the lawn games and you are all set!
4. Strong Mansion - Dickerson, Maryland - Sugarloaf Mountain
Strong Mansion is an amazing historic building with truly stunning gardens. The indoor space is classicly decorated with window light which is a photographer’s absolute dream. The outside space features multiple beautiful staircases, tree-lined walkways, a large pond, and artfully curated floral gardens. This is a great venue if you are looking for something a bit more upscale vibe but still has amazing outdoor spaces.
5. Caboose Farms - Sabillasville, Maryland
This is another location that is perfect for a full weekend wedding extravaganza. With 7 houses, totaling 31 rooms, available on the property there will be no shortage of spots for your guests to sleep. The beautiful grounds are located in the Catoctin Mountains and have multiple ceremony and reception spaces available, you can really make it whatever you want!
6. Camp Hidden Valley at Deer Creek Preserve - White Hall, Maryland
This is another one for the camping wedding lovers! Camp Hidden Valley has all the makings of the perfect summer camp wedding. Nestled in the woodlands of Deer Creek Preserve the property has multiple cabins and camping locations for your tent-camping friends to crash, a large lodge, outdoor pavillions, amphitheater, there is even a swimming pool you can enjoy if you are having your event during the summer!
7. Brookside Gardens - Wheaton, Maryland
Brookside Gardens is an award-winning 50-acre public formal garden within Wheaton Regional Park. It is beautifully maintained and the grounds are stunning. There are almost too many places to take photos here, you will have a hard time narrowing them down! There are options for both indoor and outdoor receptions and multiple ceremony locations too. This is the perfect spot for couples looking to have a garden wedding and say their “I dos” surrounded by beautiful flowers and lush greenery.
