Nashville Wedding Venues for Your Perfect Outdoor Ceremony

There’s just something special about an outdoor ceremony with the natural light, open air, and the kind of setting that doesn’t need much to feel special. With Middle Tennessee’s rolling hills, garden spaces, and skyline views, it’s easy to see why so many couples choose to say “I do” outside. With so many beautiful options around Nashville, narrowing down the right venue can feel overwhelming. That’s where we come in! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Nashville wedding venues for the perfect outdoor ceremony to help make your search a little easier.

Southall Farm & Inn

Photo: Kéra Golombisky of Kéra Photography

Set against rolling hills of Franklin, Tennessee, Southall Farm & Inn offers an outdoor ceremony setting that feels both peaceful and expansive, letting the natural beauty of Middle Tennessee take center stage. Whether you’re envisioning a hilltop ceremony with a view or a beautiful waterfront moment, Southall has options to fit an array of visions.

The Bridge Building

Photo: Swayzek Photo

For couples drawn to a city backdrop, The Bridge Building delivers a one-of-a-kind experience with sweeping views of the Nashville skyline and riverfront. Just across the river from Broadway, The Bridge Building offers a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony option in the heart of the city.

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

Garden ceremony space with arch, gold chairs, and mountain views
Photo: Emily Songer Photography

If a garden ceremony is calling your name, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens surrounds your vows with blooming florals, manicured landscapes, and a setting that feels straight out of a storybook. With several ceremony locations to choose from, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens continues to be one of Nashville’s most sought-after outdoor wedding venues.

Drakewood Farm

Bride and groom embracing under flower-adorned wooden arch in autumn woodland setting
Photo: The Hardcastle's Photography

With its quiet countryside setting and open green spaces, Drakewood Farm creates a relaxed outdoor ceremony atmosphere that feels intimate, natural, and effortlessly inviting. Nestled right outside of the city in Goodlettsville, Drakewood Farm has picture-perfect outdoor options for the moment that matters most, saying “I Do.”

Saddle Woods Farm

Photo: Kirstie Whitaker Photography

Newly reimagined and beautifully executed, Saddle Woods Farm offers ceremony settings where rustic surroundings create a warm, tucked-away feel just minutes outside of Franklin, Tennessee. This outdoor oasis features several options, from its sleek barn and covered pavilion to a dedicated open-air ceremony space designed for couples to exchange vows under the sky.

Hermitage Golf Course

Photo: Kéra Golombisky of Kéra Photography

With its lush greens and wide-open landscape, Hermitage Golf Course offers a polished outdoor ceremony setting where natural beauty sets the tone for the day. A tucked-away garden and beautiful landscaping bring an elevated, private escape that is perfect for a ceremony that feels intimate and refined.

The Estate at Cherokee Dock

Photo: Emma Quinn

Lakeside vows, grand mansion backdrop, or somewhere in between? The Estate at Cherokee Dock delivers one-of-a-kind celebrations that fit any vision. Set along the water with sweeping views and refined southern charm, it creates an unforgettable setting from the very first moment you arrive.

Williamson Family Farm

This charming farm setting offers a classic outdoor ceremony backdrop, where soaring trees, wide fields, and simple beauty come together to create a moment that feels timeless and true to the Tennessee countryside. At Williamson Family Farm, love grows.

No matter your style or season, there’s an outdoor ceremony spot in Nashville that’s just right for your “I do.” Dive in and kick off planning by picking your perfect (venue) match!

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