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Pennsylvania offers a wide range of stunning venues that cater to smaller, more intimate celebrations. We love pulling together all the best micro wedding venues because we know how challenging it can be to find the perfect space for a wedding with 50 guests or less.
Luckily, there are some incredible options when it comes to hosting your small wedding in Pennsylvania. From affordable public spaces, historic cultural centers, and weekend wedding packages Pennsylvania has it all.
Here are our top picks for micro wedding venues in Pennsylvania that provide unique settings, personalized experiences, and amazing packages for your big day.
If you’re considering Philadelphia for your micro wedding, this city is ideal for urban weddings, historical venues and cultural experiences. Philadelphia offers a wide range of wedding venues, from historical sites like Independence Hall and elegant spaces in Old City to modern urban rooftop settings. The city's parks and gardens, such as Fairmount Park and Bartram's Garden, provide beautiful backdrops for outdoor ceremonies. Additionally, Philadelphia is rich in art and culture, allowing couples to incorporate world-class cuisine and entertainment into their wedding plans.
Casablanca aims to provide a space that fulfills a desire for an intimate setting in a unique industrial location, with convenient, affordable packages (ie, no minimums!).
Set on the historic grounds of J. Franklin Styer’s nursery, Terrain at Styer's merges rustic charm with horticultural beauty. This venue is known for its ever-changing blooms and greenery, making it an ideal choice for couples who want a nature-inspired wedding with both indoor and outdoor spaces.
The Scranton/WIlkes-Barre area is perfect for rustic and countryside weddings with mountain views. Known for its proximity to the Pocono Mountains, this region offers beautiful outdoor venues and resorts perfect for intimate or destination weddings. Couples can choose from historic estates, charming barns, and lakeside resorts. Venues like the Pump House B & B or the Scranton Cultural Center offer unique settings for ceremonies and receptions.
Offering several indoor spaces appropriate for small weddings, the Scranton Cultural Center is a great choice for a couple seeking elegance and grandeur at a historic location.
For a more whimsical setting, Chippy White Table located in the heart of historic Tunkhannock, PA. Their 600 ft showroom sits on the main street of downtown and offers a beautifully lit showroom space with large south-facing windows and unique chandeliers. This Chippy Chapel accommodates small groups up to 50, and provides affordable wedding package options, and they have other petite wedding packages available, too.
Set in a rustic B&B, the Pump House offers scenic grounds, creeks, and private suites, creating a laid-back but beautiful atmosphere for your wedding. They offer different packages allowing you to opt for a full-weekend buy-out of the space (including lodging) for a totally affordable price.
This spacious lakefront home in Pocono Lake is a perfect year-round retreat for families and large groups. With three living areas and a private backyard, guests can enjoy activities like fishing, kayaking, and roasting marshmallows by the firepit. The home offers beautiful lake views from multiple decks, with a master suite featuring a private balcony. Indoor entertainment includes a game room with ping pong, pool, and arcade games, while winter activities like ice skating and sledding are also available. Located in the Arrowhead Lake Community, guests have access to pools, beaches, and other recreational amenities.
Pittsburgh is ideal for industrial chic weddings, riverfront views, and unique cultural spaces. Pittsburgh’s combination of industrial charm and scenic rivers makes it a fantastic location for couples seeking a mix of urban and natural settings. Venues like the Heinz History Center, the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, or the rooftop of the David L. Lawrence Convention Center offer breathtaking views of the city and its rivers. The city's many bridges and historic buildings also provide iconic backdrops for photos.
Robin Hill Center in Coraopolis is a charming and elegant wedding venue set on a picturesque 53-acre estate. We love this venue because it offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and historic charm. The estate features a stunning colonial mansion, surrounded by gorgeous landscaped gardens and wooded areas.
We’re a big fan of finding public spaces to hold your small wedding ceremony or reception. You can easily save money and make your venue affordable by choosing a public space like a library, botanic garden or park. Here are some wedding venue ideas in public spaces in Pittsburgh:
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton in the Lehigh Valley is perfect for couples who love the combination of historic charm and scenic beauty. Bethlehem’s colonial and industrial history is reflected in its unique venues like the Historic Hotel Bethlehem and SteelStacks. For vineyard lovers, nearby Monterre Vineyards offers an idyllic countryside setting for ceremonies and receptions.
Camel's Hump Farm offers a historic and picturesque setting on 130 acres of forest and farmland. The venue provides several options for outdoor ceremonies, including next to a pond with a double waterfall, making it a perfect spot for nature-loving couples.
For a more traditional yet intimate setting, The Sayre Mansion is a super elegant space surrounded by beautiful grounds. This venue offers intimate wedding packages for up to 20 guests where no detail is left out. This venue also features lodging making it a perfect fit if you’re looking for space for your out of town guests.
Fox & Finch offers a vintage-industrial vibe with a 1,500 sq. foot space perfect for up to 50 guests. The studio is flexible and allows couples to use in-house furniture and decor for a customized, intimate experience. The sky's the limit with what you could do at this venue.
If you're looking for a venue with Old World charm, Monterre Vineyards is a perfect choice. Surrounded by rolling vineyards, this venue provides an intimate setting for both ceremonies and receptions. There’s a bit of a twist when it comes to this vineyard though…since they’re not an active winery, it’s BYOB giving you the ultimate flexibility with romantic vineyard vibes. And, their packages are inclusive so you don’t have to worry about being nickel-and-dimed for every utensil.
As the state capital, Harrisburg offers elegant wedding venues such as the Pennsylvania State Capitol or riverfront venues along the Susquehanna. The city’s historical architecture and proximity to charming bed-and-breakfasts and wineries in the surrounding countryside make it ideal for couples looking for a blend of city and rustic experiences.
The State Capitol Complex offers a ton of really cool ceremony options (and affordable!) so I like to throw this option in. Courthouse weddings are becoming so popular and for good reason. These buildings offer incredible backdrops for your ceremony, and quite a bit of history too. Pair this with a fun photo session with a Pennsylvania micro wedding photographer and a meal at your favorite restaurant and you have a simple, but elegant wedding.
With full weekend wedding rentals (they have lodging!) and micro wedding packages, Falling Tree Farm is an ideal pick for your small wedding. This romantic B&B is conveniently located in Central PA but offers a peaceful countryside setting. While weddings are offered year round, Fall is perfect if you dream of colorful trees as your backdrop. If you’re
York’s historical significance and growing cultural scene provide a unique backdrop for weddings. The city offers a mix of modern spaces and historic settings, like The Bond, an industrial venue with an urban chic vibe, or the Stone Mill Inn, which combines rustic elegance with modern comforts.
This hotel may not appear to be a good fit for a small wedding, but they have an amazing elopement package for up to 20 guests which is why they made the list. We recently featured a Pennsylvania micro wedding held here—it looked incredible.
This sweet hotel in Laporte is perfect for a small wedding. With four rooms in the main building and six individual cottages there's plenty of space for an intimate wedding.
This is a gorgeous property set on thirteen acres with direct river access , a fire pit, and tons of other amenties perfect for an affordable wedding venue for your outdoor wedding. They also have an adjacent property that could be rented to accommodate even more guests.
Described as swanky, eclectic, and fun, this VRBO is a farm dating back to 1717 much of which has been preserved including an old barn, but the home has been fully restored and is decorated with a more modern aesthetic. Enjoy the onsite gardens and pond perfect for an outdoor ceremony and reception.
Gorgous Bucks County riverside retreat. Enjoy endless views of the Delaware River.
These cities and regions offer a diverse array of wedding venues, from historic landmarks and lush gardens to industrial spaces and scenic lakeside settings, ensuring that every couple can find their perfect wedding destination in Pennsylvania.
And if you didn’t see anything on this list, be sure to check out our guide to finding a wedding venue no matter where you’re getting married.
