From the second you get that ring on your finger, all you can think about is your wedding. You wake up thinking about centerpieces and fall asleep counting the guest list. It can all start to feel overwhelming when you’re just starting out. That’s exactly why I’m here! As a Maryland wedding photographer, I have gotten the chance to check out some of the best wedding venues across the East Coast. If you’re just getting started with the planning process and have been looking for Havre de Grace wedding venues, I would love to highlight some of my favorites! Hopefully, you’ll be able to find the perfect atmosphere as well as some of the accommodations that will make your day perfect.
309 St. John Street, Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078
La Banque de Fleuve is a waterfront venue with two locations you can use for your wedding day. For couples seeking an outdoor wedding, you can use the Seaplane Base. This area is located right on the banks of the river and gives you breathtaking views of the surrounding area. For indoor weddings, you can use the Historic Bank. This ballroom is located in a renovated 1905 bank. They have a list of approved caterers, so you can find the professionals who will make your perfect feast. The Historic Bank will be able to host up to 130 guests, while the Seaplane Base can accommodate up to 350 guests. They will provide a venue manager but urge you to hire a day-of coordinator to keep your wedding running smoothly.
425 Darlington Road, Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078
Vignon Manor Farm is a positively picturesque space with both indoor and outdoor locations for your wedding. The farm is family-owned and gives you over 160 acres to throw the wedding of your dreams. If you choose to have an outdoor wedding, you will have the rolling hills as your backdrop. Inside, you will have a white space with wood accents. A wall of windows will put the surrounding area on full display. The venue has a list of caterers from which you can choose. They will take care of the tables and chairs for up to 175 guests. The manor house has get-ready suites you can use ahead of your event so you can put the finishing touches on the property. They require you to use a day-of coordinator or a planner.
401 Oakington Road, Havre de Grace 21078
Swan Harbor Farm is an outdoor venue with views of the Chesapeake Bay. The estate is surrounded by meticulously landscaped gardens with a show of vibrant flowers for your portraits. If you are hosting a micro-wedding without dancing, you will be able to use the interior of the house for your event. For larger Havre de Grace weddings, you can use the event tent so your venue can stay dry no matter what the forecast looks like. The tent has sides that will remain closed. You will be able to use the interior of the house to get ready, and your guests can use it for the restrooms. Swan Harbor Farm will allow both live bands and DJs to play your outdoor music. The venue hosts large weddings from mid-April through the end of October.
502 West Gordon Street, Bel Air, Maryland 21014
The Liriodendron Mansion has been voted one of the best Havre de Grace wedding venues in all of Harford County. While the space operates as a museum throughout the week, they give you the ability to reserve the entire space for your wedding day. When you rent out the mansion, you will have access to both the surrounding gardens and the estate itself. You will be able to have a dreamy outdoor ceremony followed by a climate-controlled indoor reception. The venue is able to accommodate weddings with up to 120 people. They will take care of the tables and chairs. You will have a list of 11 caterers you can use for your meal. The venue has designated spaces you can use to get ready ahead of your ceremony.
301 S. Union Ave, Havre de Grace 21078
The Vandiver Inn is a Queen Anne mansion that specializes in upscale garden weddings. The venue uses the indoors for micro-weddings and elopements. With this option, you will have a parlor you can use to exchange your vows. For larger weddings, you will use the outside gardens. Most couples choose to use the 130-year-old gazebo as their backdrop throughout their vows. There is a paved terrace you can use for your reception. While this area has a permanent roof, you will have the ability to close the sides and turn on the heat or the AC as needed. The venue will take care of all the food, and you will be able to get ready ahead of your ceremony in their guest rooms. You will be within walking distance of the Bay for your pictures.
501 Churchville Road, Bel Air, Maryland 21014
For the past four years, Rockfield Manor wedding venue has been a Havre de Grace Couple’s Choice winner because of its commitment to legendary events! The house was built in 1921 amidst the rolling hills of Bel Air. To this day, it retains 51 acres that you will be able to utilize throughout your wedding day. They offer an enclosed patio where you can accommodate up to 130 guests. If you choose to use their event tent, you can boost that number up to 175. With your rental, you will have access to the entire house, including the gardens and the patio. You will also have full use of the barn if you are using it for your ceremony. They use a list of preferred catering for their food.
For your wedding day, you need that perfectly picturesque place that will do all the hard work for you. With these Havre de Grace wedding venues, you will have all the views and the accommodations you need for your dream day!
Once you have your venue, it’s time to start thinking about your photographer. That’s where I come in! I am a Maryland photographer, and I adore working with couples so they can remember every second of their celebration. I would love to sit down and have a conversation so you can decide if I’m the photographer for you. Let’s chat soon!