From rustic barns to elegant ballrooms, find your perfect venue
Owensboro offers a charming blend of Southern hospitality, scenic beauty, and modern amenities, making it an ideal location for couples to tie the knot. Whether you dream of an elegant ballroom, a rustic barn, or a waterfront backdrop, Owensboro and its surrounding areas have venues to suit every vision. Here’s a roundup of some of the most popular wedding venues in the area.
RUSTIC AND FARM VIBES
Reid’s Orchard | 4818 KY 144
Known for its picturesque countryside setting, Reid’s Orchard offers rustic charm with its lush apple orchards and open-air pavilion. It’s perfect for outdoor ceremonies and receptions with a natural vibe.
White Chateau at Cecil Farms | 8753 Mulligan Road
Located just outside Owensboro, White Chateau combines French countryside elegance with Kentucky hospitality. Centered around an elegant white barn, the venue includes airy spaces and sprawling farm views.
Grand Stable Venue | 7735 KY 144 (Utica)
The Grand Stable venue is on a 25-acre property that was once a horse farm. Whether you’re envisioning a romantic outdoor ceremony under the open sky or a grand indoor gala, this versatile venue can accommodate your needs.
Hilton Farms | 3695 Belltown Road (Utica)
Located in Utica, Hilton Farms just opened at the end of 2024. With an elegant barn on several acres plus a lake for a charming backdrop, the venue provides an opportunity for indoor or outdoor celebrations of various sizes.
Green River Distilling Co. | 10 Distillery Road
With several acres of open grass and grade-level pavement, Green River Distilling Co. can fit nearly any style of wedding, from a large outdoor celebration to a smaller intimate ceremony. The main event space, the “Bottling House,” is a rustic piece of distilling history.
TRADITIONAL EVENT SPACES
Owensboro Convention Center | 501 West 2nd Street
The Owensboro Convention Center provides modern elegance with panoramic river views. Couples can choose from a variety of customizable indoor and outdoor spaces to accommodate both intimate gatherings and large parties.
RiverPark Center | 101 Daviess Street
The RiverPark Center offers a unique mix of cultural flair and riverfront views, from the intimate Cannon Hall to the outdoor Riverfront Plaza.
Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum | 311 West 2nd Street
Celebrate your special day surrounded by the rhythm of Kentucky’s culture. This venue provides a unique and elegant backdrop for music-loving couples, with indoor and outdoor spaces available.
Bayside at The Party Space Place | 5010 Wildcat Way
Centrally located and next door to micro-venue The Party Space Place, Bayside is a versatile indoor space that also has an outdoor patio with a lake view. It’s ideal for intimate ceremonies.
The Venue at 1010 | 1010 Allen Street
The upstairs space of a building steeped in Owensboro’s history (a former tobacco processing warehouse) has been transformed into The Venue at 1010. The venue opened toward the end of 2024 and boasts an open-concept ballroom.
GOLF COURSES
Owensboro Country Club | 400 East Byers Avenue
Despite its relatively central location in the city, the Owensboro Country Club provides a private and sophisticated feel, delivering with its lush golf course views and refined clubhouse spaces.
The Pearl Club | 6501 Summit Drive
An upscale golf club venue with both indoor and outdoor spaces, rolling greens, and stunning views, this picturesque venue promises a memorable celebration.
Windridge Country Club | 5044 Millers Mill Road
Nestled privately in a picturesque setting with panoramic views of the golf course, Windridge Country Club has a ballroom and a patio to accommodate intimate weddings.
PUBLIC
Smothers Park | 199 West Veterans Boulevard
For a public yet intimate setting, Smothers Park offers cascading fountains, modern landscaping, and a riverfront backdrop for plenty of photo opportunities.
Western Kentucky Botanical Garden | 2731 West 2nd Street
The Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, anchored by the historic Weatherberry home, offers a lush garden setting with vibrant flowers, walking paths, and romantic backdrops for ceremonies. The entire Garden or any part can be rented, allowing for any size weddings. OL
