The Best Wedding Venues in Tulsa in 2024
Planning a wedding in Tulsa? Or are you maybe researching wedding venues for a bride? Tulsa is a special kind of city, not really Southern, not exactly Midwestern, but definitely a city with its own flavor and unique vibe. It is the birthplace of Route 66 and is famous for its Art Deco architecture and multiple amazing wedding venues.
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How to choose your wedding venue
There are many factors to consider when choosing the perfect venue for your wedding day. Whether you are looking to have separate locations for your ceremony and reception, or go for a spot that has both options. Choosing a venue is usually the first decision a couple has to make in the wedding planning process. This is because other vendors will need to have your wedding date in order to let you book them, and securing a date with a venue makes the most sense so you don’t have to cancel on your videographer or DJ if the venue of your dreams isn’t available on the day they are.
Factors to consider when choosing your wedding venue — size
First off, size really matters here. You definitely don’t want a venue that is too small for your estimated guest count. Then, on the other hand, booking a venue that is too big can also cause problems. Your photos might all look half-empty and it could be hard to get a real party going during your reception. I good rule of thumb is to look at the capacity and go for 50-60% of that. You can also show the owner or manager photos from other weddings at the venue and ask them how many guests they had. That should give you a good idea.
The shape and design of the venue matters as well
Many older and historical buildings that have been turned into wedding venues have multiple rooms and outside areas. This can be a problem if you want your guests to mingle and interact with everything that is going on. A 2nd photographer is also a helpful addition when you have a venue with multiple rooms.
What is the overall vibe and style of the venue?
This could also be the first thing you can tick off your list. What kind of a vibe will my wedding have? Some venues are like blank canvases, ready for you to decorate and style based on your own taste. Some definitely have their own theme and look. Modern and minimal venues tend to have high ceilings and a lot of white walls, with plenty of natural light coming in through large windows. Barns, on the other hand, have their own look and style and historical venues, mansions, and estates have their own look that is often themed to a certain period in history. Wedding chapels are classic, sometimes they are just a ceremony venue, and sometimes a reception space is available too. Outdoor wedding venues are just that, designed for an outdoor wedding. Many of them have an indoor option on the property though.
What add-ons does the venue offer? What is included in the rental?
Many venues offer ceremony chairs and reception tables in their rental packages, but some don’t. It is always a good idea to ask up front what is actually included, and what can be added on, what you’ll have to source yourself. Some venues offer an in-house coordinator, and many have preferred vendor lists. It can be helpful to ask about those.
Best months for a wedding in Tulsa, OK
Spring and fall are the most popular seasons for weddings in Tulsa and northeast Oklahoma, and for good reason — it can get pretty cold in winter and summers are scorching hot! April and May along with a 6-8 week window from the end of September to early November are generally the best times to have a wedding. It will allow for some time outside for photography and more than likely your ceremony too. Don’t get me wrong, I love a beautiful winter ballroom wedding, but spring and fall are gonna leave you with the most options throughout the planning process. Vendors also get booked on those dates first, so it is usually a good idea to start planning early if you want to have a Saturday in October for your wedding.
Tulsa Wedding Venues
The Bella Donna
The Bella Donna is a full-service wedding chapel and reception hall in Catoosa, just a few minutes east of Tulsa, OK. It is both perfect for intimate chapel elopements as well as full-size weddings for up to 200 guests. They offer in-house catering and have a a bridal suite and a groom’s room. Each can fit about 5-6 people getting ready.
Venue rental starts at $5500
Can host up to 200 guests
Full-service packages typically at $10k-$17k
Full-service packages do no not include photography, florals, or an officiant.
Many add-ons offered on the website
Philbrook Museum of Art
A European villa in Tulsa? Yes, please! The Philbrook is a spectacular venue for your wedding. The photo opportunities in the gardens and on the terraces are endless. They offer multiple spaces for rent, for both ceremonies and receptions with early entry time available for photography.
Can host/seat between 100-500 guests
Venue rental range: $2000-$5000
Wedding package rentals: $5000-$20k+
The Philbrook requires you to work with a wedding planner
In-house catering through Kitchen 27 Restaurant
More Tulsa wedding venues
Tulsa Glass Chapel 1401 West Washington St S, Broken Arrow, OK
Prices start at $2450 for ceremony-only weddings
Full-day rentals range between $6000-$20000
Max guest count is 150 for the ceremony and reception
Beautiful chapel with natural light
Dressing rooms available to get ready in
Dresser Mansion 235 W 18th St, Tulsa, OK
Price range: $2350-$4350
A spacious bridal suite and groom’s room on site
A full-day rental is 12 hours from noon to midnight
Elopements and micro weddings are $250 an hour
Harwelden Mansion 2210 S Main St, Tulsa, OK
Price range: $2500-$6000
Hourly rentals also available starting at $250
20% off-season discount from December to February
Six luxury bedroom suites available for overnight stay
Camp Loughridge 4900 W Oak Leaf Dr, Tulsa, OK
Prices start at $1000 for ceremony-only weddings
Full-day weddings start at $3150
Beautiful A-frame chapel in Tulsa, with spectacular natural light
More wedding venues in Northeast Oklahoma
Dream Point Ranch (Bixby, OK)
White Barn Events (Bristow, OK)
Meadow Lake Ranch (Sand Springs, OK)
Eight Ten Ranch (Muskogee, OK)
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