Best St. Louis Venues for a Garden Wedding

 

While the sun is dancing with light and the blue skies are as clear as could be, the flowers all around start to sing with vibrant colors and abundant smells. Spring is in the air in St. Louis and so is love. Sniffles are like the pin needle dropping in the dead silent air. The mom of the bride pulls out a kleenex from her purse and holds it closely to her trying to hold on for as long as she could. The father of the bride starts to lean towards his wife to grab that same kleenex to wipe his own tears as he lets his daughter go.

Time stands still.

The groom’s dad looks on as proud as he has ever been and his mom sitting with such sweet affection for her son who she knew would make one girl very happy one day. And that day was today.

The guests’ just spent the intro into the ceremony with sweet laughter filling the air. The pastor making light of the situation before it got to the weighty commitment of marriage. As they entered into this part of the ceremony, those sniffles began. All eyes gazed upon the dearly in love couple. They were certainly adored by so many people and the evidence of that was by the respect they received from all their family and friends during such an intimate time.

As the groom holds the hands of his bride ever so tenderly, the pastor leads them to the ring exchange. They pull their hands apart for the first time of the whole ceremony. His hands move toward his best man to receive his ring. His hands are cupped and ready to reveal her ring. When he releases his grip, a beautiful grand butterfly floats out into the Spring day and presents to the bride her forever ring of vows.

Having a garden wedding in St. Louis is as magical as this wedding story. Spring flowers, sunshine, fresh warm air, blue skies, and of course, butterflies. Sweetness is all around and creates the perfect romantic whimsical aura for you and your groom to say “I do.” Below are the 5 Best St. Louis Venues for a Garden Wedding:

5 of the Best St. Louis Venues for a Garden Wedding

Busch Family Estate at Grant’s Farm: This timeless wedding venue includes three gorgeous event spaces. The first space is a tennis court which can easily be tented. There is also the Great Lawn behind the estate and of course, the estate itself which includes the outdoor patio. The Busch Family Estate is a family-owned home where guests can experience an integral part of St. Louis’s history. With the lush green gardens, ponds, and trees this is the perfect wedding venue for a couple looking to have an elegant old-world European styled wedding.

 

Missouri Botanical Garden:  Walking paths and plenty of beautiful flowers are the vocal points of this second St. Louis Garden Wedding Venue. Various plants, Japanese and Chinese gardens, and succulent green houses filled with cacti brought a smile onto our face! The botanical garden can be appreciated in all the four seasons of St. Louis, making the wedding venue truly one of a kind.

World’s Fair Pavilion: Located in the Forest Park of St. Louis, you will be overlooking a vista while knowing the grounds you are walking on are historical. This is a historical landscape built during the first world’s fair in 1904. When you walk into the front you will fall in love with the intricate detailed landscaping. You could have your ceremony at the foot of the steps while overlooking the fountain and the grand basin. Followed by a reception in the Pavilion. For a St. Louis wedding ceremony, this is a terrific wedding venue to have it.

The Butterfly House: If you are looking for wonderful backdrops for your St. Louis wedding, look no further. This is an excellent wedding space with a glass window conservatory that provides excellent natural light. The grounds are surrounded by meticulously kept flowers and plants. The beauty of the gardens with added water features brings this venue to another level when it comes to having your St. Louis Garden Wedding here.

Kuhs Estate and Farm: Overlooking the Missouri river and Spanish Lake, this gorgeous estate will make you weak in the knees. It use to be an old dairy farm a couple generations ago. Now wedding ceremonies and receptions are taking place here. The ceremonies are usually held at the gazebo overlooking the river. Picturesque right? Well continue to imagine a gorgeous 200+ year old oak tree in the center of a field. Yes, that is where you’re ceremony would be taking place. For the reception many couples choose to have it in a tent on the property. This calls for the perfect opportunity to feel like your party is literally taking place under the stars. For photos, you’d have the ability to take portraits overlooking a river, in sunken gardens, or on a historical dairy barn with baby farm animals. This is the best location to have complete freedom in customizing your own dream wedding.

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Venue: THE FARM AT SOUTH MOUNTAIN | Photographer: APRIL MAURA PHOTOGRAPHY  |  Rentals & Design: THE CONFETTI STUDIO | Florals: GARDEN GATE FLOWERS | Hair: @JOYCE.OHANASALONAZ | Makeup: BABY DOLL WEDDINGS | Models: @SCBRADSHAW | Dress: DAVIDS BRIDAL | Calligraphy: @FLOURISH_HL