You may know your way around a Southern wedding, but if you’ve never been to one in Mississippi, well, bless your heart. Weddings in the Hospitality State are known for being big, beautiful, and brimming with tradition. We’ve gathered a list of the top wedding venues that will speak to any Mississippi bride-to-be! Whether you prefer an intimate or extensive guest list, an indoor or outdoor ceremony, or a modern or classic aesthetic, there’s something for everyone.
Dodson Farm
Location: Starkville
More Info: dodsonfarm.com
Dodson Farm is a one-stop shop for wedding planning. The family-owned venue has a pretty open-air chapel that provides a picturesque backdrop for a ceremony. The farm’s list of floral and catering vendors makes decision-making easy, and the wedding and “elopement” packages are tailored to suit any bride’s vision. Packages include tables, linens, chairs, and access to the bridal suite and “groom’s quarters.”
White House Hotel
Location: Biloxi
More Info: whitehousebiloxi.com
Built in the 1890’s, Mississippians have been exchanging “I do’s” at the the White House Hotel for well over a century. Its coastal charm, classic elegance, and fabulous catering menu make it a go-to for Southern weddings. Between its ballroom, outdoor venue, and banquet hall, you’ll find options for any wedding size.
Plein Air
Location: Taylor
More Info: pleinairtaylor.com
Just 10 miles outside Oxford, the small town of Taylor, Mississippi, is rapidly becoming a go-to wedding destination. Plein Air is a quaint community known for its abundance of front porches and charm. Since the addition of its event space, “The Mill at Plein Air,” the sleepy little town is averaging around 50 weddings a year!
The chapel can accommodate 80 guests, and The Mill can accommodate 450. Brides have access to the bridal loft, and the honeymoon suite and one-bedroom cottages are also available for booking.
The B.B. Club
Location: Vicksburg
More Info: thebbclubvicksburg.com
The B’nai B’rith Literary Association, or the “B.B. Club,” is a swanky historic building that has been part of Vicksburg society since 1916. Originally built as an event venue for the town’s Jewish community, the B.B. Club has hosted various local events and businesses throughout the years.
Today, it is primarily used as an event venue, and its rich history and beautiful architecture make it the perfect backdrop for weddings! Brides can book the two-story building and access the Grand Ballroom, rooftop terrace, library, billiards room, and dining room.
The Faulkner
Location: Jackson
More Info: thefaulkner.com
The Faulkner is a unique six-story venue in the heart of downtown Jackson, with views overlooking the Pearl River and the Old Capitol building. This venue truly “marries” Southern tradition with modern flare and can seat up to 300 guests. With two indoor venues, its signature outdoor terrace, and plenty of other rooms for getting ready, the Faulkner offers plenty of space for the big day.
The Jefferson
Location: Oxford
More Info: thejeffersonoxford.com
With its breathtaking lake views, high ceilings, natural lighting, and classic industrial feel, it’s no wonder The Jefferson is a multi-award-winning wedding venue. Just five miles away from Oxford’s renowned downtown Square, your guests and wedding party will have plenty of options for lodging and dining.
The Jefferson offers all-in-one spaces for your ceremony and reception, which simplifies your planning tremendously. Choose between the “Grand Hall,” the “Faulkner Room,” and the “Lakeside Room,” or rent out the entire facility.
Gulf Hills Hotel and Resort
Location: Ocean Springs
More Info: gulfhillshotel.com
If vintage coastal chic fits your creative vision, the Gulf Hills Hotel and Resort may be your perfect venue! The historic boutique hotel has hosted some of the South’s most elite guests over the years, and Elvis Presley himself even had a favorite villa to stay in. Choose between the outdoor poolside space or banquet rooms for a Mississippi wedding that feels very old Hollywood.
Brandon Hall Plantation
Location: Natchez
More Info: brandonhallplantation.com
If you’re looking for a beautifully nostalgic venue, the Brandon Hall Plantation in Natchez is absolute perfection. The antebellum-style home is a gorgeous historic estate set on 45 acres of land. Depending on the size of your guest list, you can hold your ceremony on the front porch, under the 300-year-old live oak trees, or overlooking the on-property lake.
Rental packages include access to a fully furnished bridal suite, chairs for your ceremony and reception, tables and linens, and an on-site event coordinator.
This article was made possible by Visit Mississippi.
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