LGBTQ+ Affirming Wedding Venues In Austin
We know searching for an LGBTQ+ affirming wedding venues in Austin can feel overwhelming, especially with so many amazing options. But, you shouldn’t have to dig through countless pages to find a space where you feel safe, seen, and celebrated. Your wedding team should include vendors who affirm your love and proudly showcase LGBTQ+ weddings year-round. Choosing the right venue is the first step toward creating a day that fully celebrates who you are and who you love.
This post is created just for you, to help make planning easier, and to connect you with venues where your love story is genuinely honored and supported.
Photo by: Stephanie Rogers Photography
Wanderlust Wine Co. – Shady Lane Location In East Austin
The Shady Lane location hosts weddings compared to the other two locations available. Wanderlust is one of our favorite venues for LGBTQ+ weddings in the Austin area, especially with its eclectic style! Given that there are vivid murals covering almost every inch of the venue, it’s naturally one of our favorite venues. You and your guests can also access the self-pour wine taps in the wine hall so you can party with ease!
Contact Wanderlust Shady Lane For Your Wedding:
Address: 702 Shady Ln. Austin, TX 78702
Phone: 512-522-2551
Email: info@wanderlustwine.com
Details about Wanderlust Shady Lane:
- Very close to the airport for the convenience of your guests traveling in, so you don’t have to travel far.
- Two distinct, separate indoor spaces for flexibility in layout and flow. (The Tasting Room and Wine Hall)
- Disco balls are hovering over a large, centered stage, therefore making it great for ceremonies, drag performances, and DJ’s!
- Vibrant and eclectic design makes the canvas for your wedding already speak for itself.
- You’re hiring seasoned hospitality and event professionals dedicated to making your wedding stress-free and memorable!
- Included is a wide variety of furniture, glassware, a catering prep area, large self-pour wine on wall taps, event staff, as well as an ADA-accessible layout.
- One full bar is available in the tasting room, with another bar to be set up in the wine hall.
- They’ll connect you to a curated list of vendors to make your dream day come to life.
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Tasting Room:
- A ceremony room offering space for up to 200 guests in a theatre-style arrangement.
- Available for intimate weddings.
- Natural light with windows, vivid murals, and art around the room.
- Full bar access in this room.
Wine Hall:
- Wine barrel stables and barstools seating 150 guests comfortably. (included in your rental)
- Self-pour wine on wall taps.
- Green room and a catering prep area in this room.
- Plenty of space for a ceremony and a reception, so you can dream up the perfect layout.
- Bar access in this room.
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Springdale Station – East Austin Venue
As a historical, urban wedding venue, it’s a truly unique space in Austin. With 4,300 square feet indoors and a lush acre of space outdoors, you’ll have plenty of flexibility in planning your day.
Contact Springdale Station For Your Wedding:
Address: 979 Springdale Rd, Ste. 160 Austin, TX 78702
Phone: 512-524-7765
Email: sales@springdalestation.com
Unique Details About Springdale Station:
- Ample parking with 75 reserved parking spots.
- Very close to the airport!
- Three distinct rooms allow flexibility for your ceremony, reception, and bar.
- 4,300 sq. feet indoors and one acre of space outdoors.
- Historic and unique architecture.
- Custom lighting and bar options.
- Two private dressing suites.
- Beautiful outdoor spaces that allow for ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception.
- Lush and beautiful backdrops for photos!
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
Umlauf Sculpture Garden in Central Austin
As a historical gem in the heart of Austin, TX, Umlauf makes this space perfect for intimate weddings and larger celebrations. You’ll also love being surrounded by nature in this peaceful environment for your wedding! The garden itself provides natural pathways around a central pond, unique sculptures, as well as lush backdrops. Please note: Due to the sound curfew, music must end by 10:00 p.m.
Contact Umlauf Sculpture Garden For Your Wedding:
Address: 605 Azie Morton Rd. Austin, TX 78704
Phone: (512) 445-5582
Email: eventsassistant@umlaufsculpture.org
Lovely Perks About Umlauf Sculpture Garden:
- Access begins at 4 pm. We recommend getting ready off-site.
- Exclusive use of the Terrace, Garden, Lawns, Ceremony Area, and Catering Kitchen
- Can accommodate up to 250 guests for a seated dinner.
- Reception space with a covered area and string lights.
- Crenshaw room, including a restroom for getting ready, cooling off, or relaxing.
- Lawn area that can be tented to extend coverage from the covered patio.
- Intimate open-air ceremony location surrounded by lush plants and a waterfall. Can accommodate up to 200 guests.
- Event security and an on-site event manager.
- Private parking lot with 22 spaces.
- One-year dual-level membership to the Garden and Museum included.
- A one-hour ceremony rehearsal is held the day before, during business hours.
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
South Congress Hotel – Central Austin
SOCO hotel is one of our favorite lgbtq+ Austin wedding venues for its unique style and welcoming environment. Firstly, the hotel has many things to offer, including stunning suites to get ready in, a vibey bar, and a beautiful pool area with many options for flexible layouts and design. Secondly, it’s conveniently located on South Congress, featuring many restaurants, shopping, coffee shops, as well as bars. If you’re planning for your guests to have the Austin experience while ensuring everyone stays close together, this is the perfect spot for you!
+ Take a look at Mary and Claire’s wedding featured on “Dancing With Her” right here!
South Congress Hotel Contact For Your Wedding:
Address: 1603 South Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78704
Phone: (512) 920-6405
Email: sales@southcongresshotel.com
Exciting Details About South Congress Hotel:
- Indoor event space with 2,310 square feet with design flexibility, with access straight to the outdoor courtyard. (Maximum seated capacity: 180, Maximum standing capacity: 250)
- Outdoor courtyard with 1,615 square feet that is an open-air space with lush greenery and flexibility for ceremonies and receptions. (Maximum seated capacity for ceremonies: 180, Maximum standing capacity: 200)
- Pre-Function room with 885 square feet for cocktail hour and an easy flow into the reception or ceremony space. (Maximum standing capacity: 120)
- Lobby bar with 1,480 square feet that is perfect for cocktail receptions.
- Curated menus for any event or palette with a bespoke experience.
- Customizable selection of treats crafted by an award-winning pastry team, from mini desserts to tiered cakes.
- Industrial and lush spaces for unique portraits. Also, right off of South Congress for city-style portraits.
- Variety of rooms and suites for guests, getting ready, and intimate events.
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – Located in Southwest Austin
Nature lovers will adore this venue and have many options to get married while surrounded by native plants. LBJ Wildflower Center is one of our favorites with its unique spaces, versatile layout options, as well as stunning outdoor environments. Athena the owl also raises her owlets through mid-April, after all, she’s been coming here for years!
+ Zoe and Savannah’s wedding can be seen here.
Contact Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center For Your Wedding:
Address: 4801 La Crosse Ave. Austin, TX 78739
Phone: (512) 232-0100
Offerings Of LBJ Wildflower Center:
- 8-hour rental time from 4 p.m. to midnight.
- On-site parking with ample parking spots.
- A security officer to watch over the property.
- Multiple outdoor ceremony spaces.
- Indoor and outdoor reception options.
- Many cocktail hour spaces.
- Complimentary one-hour rehearsal prior to your event AND complimentary two-hour photo session rental prior to your event.
- Option to bring your alcohol.
- Getting ready spaces, including the library.
- Tables and chairs that complement the space: fruitwood folding chairs (240), 60-inch round tables (24), 8-foot rectangular tables (8), 6-foot rectangular tables (8), 30-inch round cocktail tables (8)
- Free one-year dual membership included for you and your partner.
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography 
Prospect House – Located in Dripping Springs – 45 Minutes Outside Of Austin For A Hill Country LGBTQ+ Wedding
Being outside of Austin, hopefully, this won’t stop you from viewing this unique LGBTQ+ affirming wedding venue. With stunning rolling hills just a short drive away, you’ll find this modern gem is worth it! If you value a sophisticated style with a modern and elegant aesthetic, surely you won’t want to miss this!
+ View Michael and Tom’s wedding here.
+ See Bobby and Grant’s wedding featured on “Dancing with Them” here.
Info To Contact Prospect House For Your Wedding:
Address: 12745 Silver Creek Rd. Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Phone: (512) 987-5285
Email: events@prospecthousetx.com
Many Perks About Prospect House:
- 7,000 square feet of climate-controlled space and can accommodate 220 guests.
- Complete use of the venue from 10 a.m.-12 a.m. (14 hours!)
- Two private getting-ready suites, including a single restroom in each.
- Stunning outdoor ceremony space with a unique square arch and surrounded by rolling hills.
- Glass-enclosed indoor ceremony space.
- Multiple cocktail hour and reception spaces.
- Spacious catering and prep kitchen.
- Seating and tables: (220) Natural Wood Folding Ceremony Chairs, (220) Bentwood Reception Chairs, (30) 8′ Rectangular Tables, (10) 6′ Rectangular Tables, (10) 72″ Round Tables, and (12) Cocktail Tables that can adjust to hightop or bistro tables.
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography
Photos by: Stephanie Rogers Photography
In conclusion, we recommend discussing with your partner what style of wedding you’d like before touring venues. Reach out to us directly if you have any questions about these Austin venues. Each of these LGBTQ+ affirming wedding venues in Austin is a space we have directly photographed at and love! Provided that you’d like some more tips on planning your wedding, visit THIS blog post created just for you!
