Garden

University of California Botanical Garden

📍Centennial Drive, Berkeley, CA, 94705

Established in 1890, this 34-acre garden features a collection of plants from around the world.

Barn / Ranch

The Gardens at Heather Farm

📍1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

This 6-acre destination with botanical gardens hosts special events & offers classes.

Garden

Morcom Rose Garden

📍700 Jean Street, Oakland, CA, 94610

Often used for ceremonies, the site's walkways are lined with flowers, pools & other water features.

Garden

The Ruth Bancroft Garden & Nursery

📍1552 Bancroft Road, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598

Water-conserving, 3.5-acre garden with succulents, cacti & more started in 1972 by Ruth Bancroft.

Garden

Brownstone Gardens

📍91 Brownstone Road, Oakley, CA, 94561

Brownstone Gardens is a premier Bay Area garden venue in Oakley, CA, offering stunning outdoor spaces for weddings, receptions, cultural events, and special celebrations in Contra Costa County. Celebrate your dream wedding at Brownstone Gardens, a magical outdoor garden venue in the Bay Area. Host up to 250 guests with BYOB or host-provided alcohol, flexible catering options, and curated vendor partners to bring your perfect celebration to life.

Resort

The Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort And Spa

📍4549 Cross Road, Livermore, CA, 94550

An all-inclusive wine country resort on 24 acres. Olive Branch Event Center (150 indoors), Olive Oil Orchard (250 outside). Rose garden ceremonies, waterfall cocktail area, string-lit orchard receptions. 10 guest rooms for wedding weekends, complimentary couples massage + mimosa brunch for lodge guests. Day-of coordinator included. Peak season May–October.

Golf Club

Poppy Ridge Golf Course

📍4280 Greenville Road, Livermore, CA, 94550

Poppy Ridge is Livermore's most-reviewed wedding venue (8x Knot Award Winner). Outdoor ceremonies overlook ponds and hills; north terrace sunset cocktail hour; indoor reception with bay windows. Events Director Abby Crandall brings Disney Weddings expertise. In-house catering, full bar, preferred vendor list. Peak season May–October.

Vineyard & Winery

Retzlaff Vineyards

📍1356 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore, CA, 94550

A historic Victorian estate winery just outside downtown Livermore, Retzlaff Vineyards sits amid ancient pepper trees, manicured landscaping, and sprawling estate vineyards. The property is known for its intimate, unhurried atmosphere—a place where time slows and guests relax. The venue has years of experience hosting personalized weddings and works closely with each couple to match their unique vision. A dedicated wedding coordinator is available to guide the planning process.

Vineyard & Winery

Garré Vineyard, Restaurant, & Event Center

📍7986 Tesla Road, Livermore, CA, 94550

Bella Rosa at Garré seats 50–330 in a Livermore wine country setting. English garden ceremony space, elegant indoor dining room with 12 chandeliers and granite bar. Italian/Mediterranean cuisine, wood-fired pizza, full bar. Dietary options: gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian. 29+ years in business.

Garden

Prime Steakhouse & Martini Garden

📍1719 Bonanza Street, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

Hotel & Resort

San Ramon Marriott

📍2600 Bishop Drive, San Ramon, CA, 94583

Polished property with casual Californian dining, plus a heated outdoor pool & a fitness room.

Ballroom|Hotel & Resort

Pleasanton Marriott

📍11950 Dublin Canyon Road, Pleasanton, CA, 94588

The Pleasanton Marriott in Pleasanton, CA, offers elegant wedding venues including the versatile California Ballroom, which can host up to 300 guests with customizable layouts and amenities like audio-visual equipment. Their dedicated team of certified wedding planners provides personalized services to bring your vision to life, including custom catering and event design. The hotel combines indoor and outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions, making it a convenient all-in-one location for weddings.

Hotel & Resort

Renaissance Walnut Creek Hotel

📍2805 Jones Road, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597

Laid-back quarters in a casual hotel with an outdoor pool, a spa & a fitness center, plus dining.

Hotel & Resort

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Livermore by IHG

📍3000 Constitution Drive, Livermore, CA, 94551

The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Livermore by IHG features a 625-square-foot meeting room that can accommodate up to 50 guests, making it suitable for intimate weddings or receptions in the Livermore wine country. The venue offers amenities like free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, and an outdoor pool, with specific mentions of group blocks for wedding parties. It's conveniently located near shops, restaurants, and wineries, providing a comfortable stay for guests tying the knot.

Hotel & Resort

Oakland Marriott City Center

📍1001 Broadway, Oakland, CA, 94607

Polished property with a Californian eatery, plus an outdoor pool & a fitness center.

Vineyard & Winery

Stony Ridge Winery

📍5625 Greenville Road, Livermore, CA, 94550

The namesake winery’s airy, elegant tasting room, plus seating on a front patio & garden courtyard.

Hotel & Resort

Crowne Plaza Silicon Valley N - Union City by IHG

📍32083 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, CA, 94587

Simple rooms in a casual hotel offering a low-key restaurant, an outdoor pool & a sports bar.