5 Idyllic Washington Wedding Venues Outside Seattle's City Limits
Take your celebration beyond the concrete jungle by choosing one of these venues outside the city
January 11, 2023
Snohomish
Looking for a little more breathing room? Snohomish, just about 40 minutes north of the Emerald City, has it all: historic 19th-century buildings, cute chapels and barns with sweeping fields surrounding them. Representing the wedding industry in town is the Snohomish Wedding Guild (SWG), which gives nearly weds a comprehensive understanding of local vendors and venues. “The Snohomish Wedding Guild was born out of the desire to spotlight our diverse and award-winning wedding venues, and to offer an opportunity to meet some of the best professionals in the business so you can plan the event of your dreams with ease and confidence,” says Sharon St. Marie, president of SWG.
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Mongata Winery
If wine country and astounding views are a must for your “I dos,” then say yes to Mongata Estate Winery, just a hop, skip and jump over the Washington border in Milton-Freewater, Oregon. Mongata’s 16-acre vineyard offers endless views of both the valley and the Blue Mountains, as well as the Walla Walla River, which winds through the property. The winery’s repurposed 102-year-old barn is a wedding favorite, thanks to its chic bohemian-meets-vineyard interior. Among its winning features are views of the vineyard, reclaimed wood, and a crescent-shaped granite tasting bar, which is accented by a boho-style chandelier created with willow branches from the property. Tie the knot on the barn’s patio and continue the party there; the patio features two pergolas, room for dancing and power for the DJ. Or take the celebration inside for a cocktail hour or dinner—long farm tables are a great option for the space. And the wine is taken care of, with Mongata delivering highly rated vintages, especially its estate syrah and rosé.
