Star Wars Wedding Venues: From Endor Forests to Tatooine Deserts
By Gary Pope
Photo by Love Long and Prosper Photography
The venue sets the whole tone of a Star Wars wedding. Whether your galaxy far, far away looks like a misty Endor forest, a Tatooine desert, or an industrial hangar straight off a rebel base, these are the places that pull it off.
Where can I have a Star Wars Wedding?
Choosing a perfect venue for a perfect Star Wars wedding is one of the most exciting things to do for most couples. Some choose to relive their favorite scenes in their wedding location from the forest, to the brewery, to the desert. Your Star Wars wedding can be as epic as you wish them to be as you select one of these fantastic wedding destination ideas:
Photo provided by Heather Kadar Photography
This resort is situated in the middle of Boynton Canyon, which has towering red rocks that resemble desert landscapes on various Star Wars planets. Exchange your vows in the impressive outdoor views and move into one of their spacious ballrooms with vast canyon views for your Star Wars wedding reception.
2. Boston Public Library
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Tucked in Boston, Massachusetts, Boston Public Library offers you a unique ambiance that makes you feel like you stepped into the Star Wars palace. Featuring arches, columns, fountains, and an upper balcony, the courtyard is an elegant setting for a wedding ceremony. The elegance continues indoors with sweeping marble staircases, soaring vaulted ceilings, and English and Italian architecture.
3. Kevin Taylor's Opera House
Photo by Don Peitzman, courtesy Denver Performing Arts Complex
Head on to Denver, Colorado for the next unique Star Wars wedding destination. Kevin Taylor's Opera House features an opulent feeling from the Galactic Senate with its infinite rows of seating. In the Chambers Grant Salon, featuring a black ceiling designed to look like a starry sky, you can exchange vows on center stage and then enjoy an "evening under the stars."
4. Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel
Photo by Dana Johnson Photography, courtesy Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel
You may prefer a chapel in the treetops in Bella Vista, Arkansas if you prefer the dense woodlands of Endor. There are crisscrossed arches in the latticework, reminiscent of Gothic cathedrals, that blend into the woods beyond and create an elegant treehouse atmosphere.
5. Curtiss Mansion
Photo courtesy: Curtiss Mansion
Featuring sand-colored walls and twinkling lights, Curtiss Mansion's courtyard evokes the atmosphere of Tatooine - the home of Anakin and Luke Skywalker. It is perfectly nestled in Miami Springs, Florida.
Can you get married in Galaxy's Edge?
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It is a 14-acre-themed area situated in the village of Black Spire Outpost, on the remote frontier planet of Batuu, and features attractions, shops, restaurants, and entertainment elements inspired by the Star Wars franchise, located in both Disneyland Park and Disney's Hollywood Studios. While getting married at Disney's Galaxy Edge which features the Millennium Falcon in the background sounds like a superb idea, unfortunately, it is not yet up for grabs.
Take your imagination to the next level by renting other nearby wedding destinations like the Crystal Ballroom. They offer you the timeless elegance of their ballroom that can be transformed into the unique design of your Star Wars adventure. You can still head to Galaxy's Edge for an epic honeymoon day: build your own lightsabers at Savi's Workshop, share a drink at Oga's Cantina, and fly the Millennium Falcon together before dinner.
One update for anyone who read about it when it opened: Disney's Star Wars hotel, the Galactic Starcruiser, made the jump to lightspeed for good in September 2023. Plan on one of the nearby Disney resorts for your stay instead, and give Galaxy's Edge a full day of your honeymoon.
Industrial Wedding Venue Ideas
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The Loading Dock
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An exposed ductwork ceiling, brick walls, a sleek gallery entry, and hardwood floors make it a perfect spot for your Star Wars-inspired wedding. The loading also features an arcade game which gives character to the venue. Check out our blog for in-depth information about the Loading Dock.
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Basilica Hudson
Photo by Lukas Piatek, via Junebug Weddings
Basilica Hudson's undeniable allure features brick walls holding clues to age and history from wrought iron touches and beams that run along the ceiling to the window that offers you scenic natural views. This venue hosts craft fairs, festivals, and photo shoots throughout the year and comes with three different rooms that are customizable, including a Main Hall, North Hall, and West Wing. You can fill out their wedding contact form or email them at coordinator@basilicarentals.com to know more!
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Clemson Bro, Brewery
Courtesy: Clemson Brewing Co.
Clemson's industrial building walks the line between modern and rustic, boasting a brick exterior, vine-covered walls, and metal details. Clemson is a 150-year-old restored hacksaw factory that features two spaces for renting: a 3,200-square-foot taproom that can fit 175 people, as well as a 7,500-square-foot beer garden that can hold 250 people. Fill in their form to know more!
Brewery Wedding Venue Ideas
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Saltwater Vineyard Farm
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A Connecticut shoreline vineyard known for its award-winning wines, Saltwater Farm Vineyards is situated on a picturesque stretch of the coast. The event space boasts rich wood furnishings, a polished floor, stone accents, and an overall cozy, welcoming feel, making it a perfect spot for your bar-themed Star Wars wedding. Check out our blog here to know more!
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West Brewery
Photo provided by John Clark Photos
Nestled perfectly in Glasgow, West Brewery is an unusual wedding location featuring a fantastic backdrop for a Star Wars wedding, thanks to its stunning brick walls, magnificent mahogany wood paneling, and large windows. Feel free to check their current wedding brochure to know about their rates and package inclusions.
Forest and Parks Wedding Venue Ideas
A true fan will never forget how bewildering the Battle of the Forest Cities is. So, adding a forest and park to your wedding destination list is a must!
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Puzzlewood
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Nestled in Dean Forest, Wales, Puzzlewood is an impeccable wedding venue to relive the iconic scene where Rey met Kylo Ren with its lost paths, mossy rocks, and crooked trees. Weddings at this location would be a great way to commemorate the Force Awakens!
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Salish Lodge & Spa in Snoqualmie, Washington
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Salish Lodge and Spa is a marvelous outdoor wedding venue for a true fan as you tie the knot with its centennial greens and panoramic views of Snoqualmie Valley in the background. The scenery reminds us of Naboo, the home planet of Padmé Amidala. It takes pride in its Cliffside Room, which overlooks the falls of east Seattle. The breathtaking mountain views from all over Salish Lodge & Spa, and the locally-sourced Pacific Northwest cuisine is sure to impress your guests.
Desert and Sandy Wedding Venue Ideas
A desert wedding or elopement is ideal because of its spectacular scenery and off-the-grid feel. There is also something special about the desert venue for true fans. Here are some of the best locations where you can host a desert wedding.
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Photo courtesy redhawkgc.com
The colorful course and scenery are a perfect complement to your Star Wars wedding theme reliving the feels of Tattoine. Red Hawk Golf Club will strive to make your dream wedding unforgettable and seamless. Check out their wedding brochure to know more!
Pronghorn Resort
Photo provided by Byron Roe Photography
Pronghorn Resort is a luxurious wedding resort with gorgeous views of the Cascade Mountains that provides guests with a warm, relaxing atmosphere that is suitable for ceremonies of all styles. Its breathtaking views offer a majestic spot for your Tatooine-inspired wedding venue.
Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa
Photo courtesy Maura Jane PhotographyA destination wedding venue located in Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico, Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa is a luxury resort and spa. A stunning outdoor space of 25,000 square feet complements the venue's 29,000 square feet of indoor space. It is the ideal location for couples and guests to enjoy the panoramic views of the Sandia Mountains and Cottonwood Bosque.
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Wedding Exit with a Lightsaber Tunnel
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Creating a dramatic exit with sabers lit on is definitely a must for a Star Wars wedding feels!
Galaxy-inspired Cocktail Ideas
Photo provided by the Keg Works
Craft cocktails with your bartender and come up with Star Wars-based names. Or, ditch the DIY and consult the Keg Works to try out a new recipe like the Matcha-lorian Baby Yoda Cocktail, Imperial Stardust Cocktail, and Aunt Beru's Spiked Blue Milk Cocktail.
Photo courtesy Fav Family Recipes
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This post is part of our Ultimate Star Wars Wedding Guide.
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