1. Headley-Whitney Museum – The Headley-Whitney Museum is a gorgeous venue to host your outdoor wedding. It offers formal gardens, unique architecture, and stylish surroundings all nestled in the luxurious hills in the center of the Bluegrass State. Brides-to-be may choose to say their vows in one of several picturesque areas on the grounds such as the breezeway of the Jewel Gallery, the Whitney Formal Garden, or the La Belle House. There are also two reception sites available here.
2. The Thoroughbred Center – The Thoroughbred Center is minutes from downtown Lexington. It can easily be accessed from I-75 and I-64 as well. This facility is surrounded by some of the most beautiful horse farms in the region. There are a number of spaces available that can accommodate large or small events. Outside catering vendors are allowed to bring in food for receptions and parties as well.
3. Griffin Gate Marriott Resort – The Griffin Gate Marriott, A Kentucky Bluegrass Resort offers four-star service that could make your Dream Wedding a reality. The 6-story atrium invites guests into the large lobby. This complex recently underwent a $12 million renovation of all its rooms and suites. The 4000 square foot Bluegrass Pavilion & Patio provides an exquisite wedding location with it French doors and chandeliers. The Mansion lawn is wonderful venue to host an outdoor ceremony since it is carefully manicured. Certified wedding planners are on staff to help with all your planning needs.
4. Lyndon House – This spacious house that was built in 1883 has an abundance of Victorian charm and furnishings. There are several rental plans to select from and this home can accommodate up to 55 people for your wedding and reception. Overnight guest rooms are available as well.
5. Lexington Parks – The Division of Parks & Recreation in Lexington has several facilities available to rent for wedding events. Some of these include the Jacobson Park, the Avon Summer House at Bluegrass Station, the Tates Creek Ballroom, the and Bell House. Facilities and rental rates vary but there are a wide variety of spaces available for you to consider before selecting the perfect wedding setting for your special day.
6. Ashland, Home of Henry Clay Estate – This historic home offers unique appeal to those seeking to have a small and simple ceremony. The home does have many restrictions on its use and will accommodate groups of less than 100 people. It is not for everyone but would be a tasteful and distinctive location to host a memorable wedding event.
7. Crown Plaza Lexington at the Campbell House – The Campbell House is known as “Lexington’s Finest Tradition of Southern Hospitality” as indicated on their Internet website. This is certainly one of Lexington’s premier hotels with many fine amenities and rental spaces to offer. They even have a pastry chef that can take care of your wedding cake needs.
8. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary – This is a quaint location that would be ideal for an informal outdoor wedding. You may choose from a nice open meadow or the amphitheatre with a small wooden stage and bleachers for a natural setting to recite your wedding vows. This site is open to the public so there is no fee involved to reserve it. This would be the perfect place for nature lovers to tie the knot.
9. Kentucky Horse Park – Horse enthusiasts may want to consider the “Cove” at the Kentucky Horse Park for a private and beautiful wedding ceremony to be held. Horse drawn carriages are available for a fee but would certainly add a special touch to a distinctively memorable day.
10. Hunt Morgan House – The Hunt-Morgan House is on the National Register of Historic Places Travel Itinerary and is located in the Gratz Park District of Lexington, Kentucky. The home was built in 1814 by one of Lexington’s most prominent residents, John Wesley Hunt. This Federal-style home represents the era in which Lexington was known as “The Athens of the West” for its highly sophisticated way of life. The house has many pieces of Kentucky furniture, a walled courtyard, and a Civil War Museum on the second floor. This would be a historic and elegant location for your wedding ceremony.