The outdoors provide a wonderful backdrop for a wedding– whether you’ve been dreaming of a seaside ceremony at sunset, dining al fresco in a lush garden, or dancing the night away under the stars. Thanks to San Diego’s fantastic year-round weather, an outdoor wedding can be enjoyed at any time of year. At Bonnie Foster Productions, we’ve been in the wedding and event entertainment business for a long time, and we’ve seen a lot of great event spaces. There are so many outdoor venues that we love, but here are some of the most luxurious and beautiful outdoor wedding venues in San Diego County (in no particular order).

Hacienda style meets garden romance at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, located on ten acres of pristine land in La Jolla, California. Estancia’s outdoor wedding spaces are surrounded by award-winning Spanish-style architecture and lush gardens. For couples looking for an intimate outdoor ceremony venue for up to 130 guests, the Olive Lawn is a dreamy space with shady olive trees and bright blossoms. For larger weddings of up to 420 guests, the Garden Courtyard is a stunning alfresco setting that has two sweeping staircases leading to a pristine lawn– perfect for a grand entrance.

9700 N Torrey Pines Rd,
La Jolla, CA 92037
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The Forum with its oceanfront location in beautiful La Jolla offers wedding venues with access to the sandy shore of the Pacific Ocean. Its award-winning modern architecture with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, free-flowing seating spaces, and tiled veranda creates the perfect spot for a wedding with coastal ambiance and sophistication. There are several ways to set up this space to create the perfect indoor/outdoor flow.

8610 Kennel Way,
La Jolla, CA 92037
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The luxurious Fairmont Grand Del Mar is situated on 400-acres in a pristine coastal canyon approximately five miles inland from the Pacific coastline and within the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve. Voted #1 Luxury Hotel in California by TripAdvisor travelers, The Fairmont Grand Del Mar is reminiscent of an old-world Mediterranean estate with a touch of classic 1920s Hollywood glamour. There are several exquisite event spaces to choose from, including expansive ballrooms, the Italian-inspired Capella Chapel and its intimate patio, sun-drenched pavilions, or “wine-inspired” private dining rooms.

5300 Grand Del Mar Court
San Diego, California 92130
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Situated in Del Mar, one of Southern California’s most picturesque coastal villages, this award winning luxury resort offers indoor and outdoor weddings with breathtaking ocean views. Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate wedding ceremony with 20 guests, or a grand celebration with 200 guests, L’Auberge will ensure your wedding is truly unforgettable.

1540 Camino Del Mar
Del Mar, CA 92014
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Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is a 40-acre resort on a high plateau overlooking the rolling hills of Rancho Santa Fe. This 5-star hotel is designed in the tradition of early California haciendas with clusters of stucco and tile casitas, terraces, fountains, and beautiful foliage. Its indoor and outdoor event spaces offer an elegant and unforgettable setting year-round for weddings with 10 to 500 people. Visit their website to explore The Croquet Lawn, The Sunrise Room & Terrace, The Rose Garden, The Terrace Ballroom and Patio, and The Valencia Lawn to find the venue that suits you.

5921 Valencia Circle (Box 9126)
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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With 265 acres of lush landscaping and California Mission architecture, Rancho Bernardo Inn is a timeless setting for your wedding day. This elegant North San Diego County resort with manicured gardens and terraces offers seven wedding ceremony sites and five reception locations for up to 1,000 people.

17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr,
San Diego, CA 92128
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Opened in 1888, Hotel del Coronado is National Historic Landmark and “More than a hundred years after its gala opening, The Del, as it’s affectionately called, still reigns as the Grande Dame of the California coast”. The recently-renovated Victorian architecture on the 28 oceanfront acres provides a perfect setting for a dream-come-true indoor or outdoor wedding. The Del features 12 event spaces, including a private beach wedding and reception in the sand for up to 1,200 people.

1500 Orange Ave,
Coronado, CA 92118
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Located on its own 15-acre peninsula adjacent to Silver Strand State Beach, Loews Coronado Bay Resort offers dreamy views of the bay and the San Diego skyline. In addition to wonderful indoor event spaces, Loews also features several enchanting outdoor wedding venues, including the 5,500-square-foot Bay Terrace; the poolside Marina Terrace overlooking the marina; the Sunset Terrace for 100 guests or less; and three intimate gardens for small receptions.

4000 Coronado Bay Road,
Coronado, California, 92118
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Located in North San Diego County, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is an enchanting setting for a fairytale-like wedding. This luxury resort offers several stunning outdoor wedding spaces, including the Valley Promenade overlooking a world-class golf course; The Orchid Terrace situated on a romantic Spanish courtyard; The Legends Lawn for an intimate ceremony; The Wedding Courtyard with a crisp, elegant backdrop; and the 2,700-square-foot Iris Terrace with panoramic views of the golf courses. A new ballroom with 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space will also be completed in 2020.

2100 Costa Del Mar Road,
Carlsbad, California 92009
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The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe sits on a hilltop at the edge of historic Rancho Santa Fe. Its sprawling grounds with lush foliage, winding paths, romantic gardens, and charming Spanish-California architecture serve as a beautiful backdrop for your outdoor wedding. There are several picturesque outdoor wedding venues at The Inn, including the Rose Garden, a charming setting under a magnolia tree beside a bed of roses; The Croquet Lane with a historic adobe building from the 1920s and a lovely garden as the backdrop; The Upper or Lower Lawn with lush landscaping and scenic mountain views; and The Azalea Lawn, a private garden setting with festive strings of lights.

5951 Linea Del Cielo
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa boasts serene views of the San Diego Bay, Downtown San Diego skyline, and the iconic Coronado Bridge. The resort offers elegant indoor and charming outdoor wedding venues in 5 different settings for up to 1,000 reception guests.

2000 2nd St.
Coronado, CA 92118
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Bonnie Foster Productions is based in Southern California and travels around the world to offer award-winning music and entertainment. If you’re looking for musical entertainment, we offer live bands, Big Band Dance Orchestras, DJs, DJ/Band Hybrid Experiences, classical String Quartets, singers, instrumentalists, steel drum bands, Latin guitarists, choreographed dancers, and so much more.

We also team up with the best vendor partners in the business to provide custom dance floors, stages, event lighting, sound systems, vintage and contemporary furniture rentals, floral designs, contemporary photo booths, LED walls, wedding photography and videography, wedding live-streaming services, ceremony officiants, and more. Contact us to see how we can make your wedding truly unforgettable.

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