2024 Guide
Wedding Venues in Rhode Island
Discover your dream wedding venue in Rhode Island! Explore 100+ locations, from hidden gems to luxurious waterfront estates in this guide.
Welcome to your guide for Rhode Island wedding venues! If you’re engaged, soon-to-be engaged, or helping someone plan their big day, congratulations! Choosing the right venue is a major decision—
“nothing defines your nuptial’s aesthetic and experience more than the choice of venue” Vogue
As someone with over 10 years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve explored dozens of wedding venues in Rhode Island, from luxurious waterfront mansions to rustic barns, to industrial warehouses. In this 2024 update, I’ve gathered a comprehensive list of Rhode Island’s top wedding spots. I hope this guide helps you find the perfect venue that matches your wedding dreams!
How to Use This Wedding Venue Guide
I’ve sorted over 100 Rhode Island wedding venues by style to make your search easier. Rhode Island’s small size makes every venue in the state pretty accessible. Each category starts with popular venues where I’ve worked on multiple weddings, with photos and blog post links for more details. Further down, explore unique and less common venues. Some venues fit into multiple categories, but I’ve placed them based on their overall vibe. Find the perfect match for your style in the following categories:
Rhode Island Wedding Venues On The Water
Rhode Island’s most requested wedding venues? Ones by the water. It is the “Ocean State,” after all. Think mansions, manor homes, yacht clubs, and beach venues. Explore this list of waterfront venues for your perfect spot.
Belle Mer
A chic sophisticated venue with modern styling, panoramic glass walls, and unparalleled views of the Newport Pell Bridge.
Castle Hill Inn
A luxury seaside inn with ocean views, a permanent sailcloth tent, and access to the Castle Hill Lighthouse.
Newport Beach House
A contemporary boho wedding venue with a relaxed atmosphere and direct access to a sandy beach.
The Bohlin
A relaxed wharf venue with a permanent tent and ocean dock for wedding ceremonies.
Aldrich Mansion Wedding
An elegant and secluded historic mansion overlooking Narragansett Bay with an onsite chapel that resembles Westminster Abbey.
Cove Cabin at Mount Hope Farm
An Adirondack-style cabin with a lawn area and beach access overlooking the Mount Hope Bridge.
Regatta Place
A dockside wedding venue surrounded by mega yachts with a permanent reception tent.
Blithewold Mansion
A historic estate with water views, acres of gardens, a moon gate, and a bamboo grove.
Glen Manor House
A French-style mansion with opulent interiors, an open-air terrace, gardens, water views, and a dock.
Ocean House
A luxurious seaside resort next to Taylor Swift’s summer home in Watch Hill.
OceanCliff
A historic mansion next to Castle Hill Inn with sweeping views of the ocean.
The Chanler
A historic mansion on Cliff Walk with exquisitely designed guest rooms and a high-end restaurant.
Ochre Court (!)
A historic mansion on the campus of Salve Regina with access to Cliff Walk. *Must be an Alumni or Student at Salve.
Newport Harbor Island Resort (!)
Currently under construction during winter 2024…This resort on Goat Island has access to the Newport Harbor Lighthouse and sweeping views of the Newport Pell Bridge.
Additional Rhode Island Venues on the Water
Unique Wedding Venues in Rhode Island
Looking for a venue that’ll impress? Rhode Island has unique, nontraditional spaces that promise a one-of-a-kind experience for your wedding. Explore this list of hidden gem wedding venues ranging from industrial mill buildings to schooners.
Providence Public Library
A historic library in downtown Providence, offering timeless elegance and grandeur for book lovers.
Fort Adams
A historic fort with panoramic water views, a large lawn, lots of stone-arched architecture, and urban decay vibes in the old barracks.
Tennis Hall of Fame
Grass tennis courts surrounded by a beautiful wooden covered porch.
Dye House
A boutique hotel and event space in a historic wool mill in Olneyville.
Boat Charter
There are many boat charter options for a wedding on the water.
Airbnb
Find unique and private homes to rent for your wedding on Airbnb. Simply use the search filter feature and select “Suitable for Events” under Amenities>Features.
Additional Unique Wedding Venues in Rhode Island
Outdoor Wedding Venues in Rhode Island | Gardens, Farms, and Vineyards
Looking for an outdoor celebration? Rhode Island’s gardens, farms, and vineyards offer picturesque settings with natural beauty and rustic charm.
Shepherds Run
A historic manor house and estate winery.
Barn at Mount Hope Farm
A rustic barn surrounded by a historic in and gardens, and farm animals.
Shelter Harbor Inn
A boutique hotel in a pastoral setting.
Additional Outdoor Wedding Venues in Rhode Island
Inexpensive Wedding Venues in RI
Seeking budget-friendly options? Rhode Island has inexpensive wedding venues perfect for your special day without breaking the bank.
Roger Williams Casino
A historic building on the grounds of Roger Williams Park with an ornate ballroom and a domed gazebo at the edge of a pond.
Colt State Park
A state park with an open-air wedding chapel, pavilion rental, walking trails, a deepwater dock, an old stone bridge, and plenty of water views.
Additional Inexpensive Wedding Venues in RI
Country Clubs
Dreaming of a picturesque golf course wedding? Rhode Island is dotted with numerous country clubs, often featuring ballrooms or event halls available for rental, making them fantastic wedding venues. While it’s impossible to cover every option, here are some of the most sought-after clubs.
Warwick Country Club
A country club at the end of Warwick Point with panoramic ocean views, a private beach, and a spacious ballroom.
Wannamoissett Country Club
A country club in a neighborhood setting with a banquet room, golf course views, and an ivy wall for photos.
Quidnessett Country Club
An ornately designed clubhouse with a garden area and views of Narragansett Bay.
