VENYU Recommendations

Forget the traditional ballroom or polished function space, South Australia’s regional areas are home to some seriously dreamy venues where the forest becomes part of the celebration.

Think rustic barns among the trees, heritage halls surrounded by pine forests, cosy cabins, outdoor ceremonies and secluded properties where native bushlands provide an effortlessly enchanting backdrop.

Big guest lists not your vibe? Or if the thought of spending your house deposit on one night makes you cry ugly tears, we’ve got your back. We’ve rounded up some of South Australia’s most unique wedding venues that truly shine when it comes to elopements and micro weddings, perfect for quiet “I do” moments.

There’s more to the Barossa than wine – while it is a region you most often associate with iconic wineries, romantic weekends away, fun wine tours and some pretty amazing tourism experiences, it’s also the ideal setting for a chic country wedding.

Think destination wedding and immediately picture interstate flights or an overseas escape? Think again. South Australia is packed with unique wedding venues that feel a world away, without actually being far away.

Ahhh McLaren Vale, the beautiful wine region and beating heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula. No doubt you have spent the occasional weekend sipping the day away at one of the great wineries, breweries, distilleries or restaurants on offer in McLaren Vale, but have you also considered the Vale for your wedding?

The thing that’s cool about our little city is the juxtaposition between the old and new, the heritage and modern, the urban and rustic. Honestly, we could go on! For those who love architecture and history (that’s many of our wedding photography mates), Adelaide a bit of a dreamboat. For a long time, Adelaide was … Continued

Weddings are of course a celebration of love, partnership and family. That being said, every couple wants their guests to enjoy themselves and remember the day as being one filled with fun! With being event planners, we are often tasked with creating a buzzing atmosphere that guests will never forget. You’d be amazed by how … Continued

Nestled amidst rolling vineyards and kissed by the sun, a winery wedding venue offers couples the romantic backdrop that dreams are made of. Here in SA we’re so lucky to have a plethora of wine regions to explore, with many unique, and sometimes iconic, wineries that open their cellar doors for weddings. From the elegant … Continued

When you think of the Adelaide Hills, visions of rolling green countryside, historic manors, gardens that change colour with the seasons, country homesteads and of course vineyards come to mind. It’s no surprise then, that many couples often begin their search for the perfect wedding venue in the pretty Adelaide Hills.

If you love the idea of beautiful autumn leaves, a warm toasty fire and some nice quality reds, a winter wedding in Adelaide may be just the thing for you. There are also some great financial reasons to consider a winter wedding – with venues quieter, couples can often take advantage of greater availability with some … Continued