Sacramento gives you incredible venue options from the historic Sterling Hotel with its beautiful Victorian architecture to The Elks Tower Events where you can dance the night away on parquet floors. The city's Mediterranean climate creates perfect conditions for your outdoor ceremony at vineyard venues where natural backdrops will make your photos stunning. Downtown venues offer breathtaking Sacramento skyline views while keeping your budget happier than what you'd spend in San Francisco or Napa Valley.

Your wedding costs in Sacramento will vary based on your guest count. A small wedding with 50 guests runs about $24,954 while 100 guests jumps to $41,635. Planning for 150 guests? Expect around $57,314. Larger celebrations cost more with 200 guests at $71,321, 250 guests at $85,328 and large weddings with 300 guests reaching $99,335. Sacramento venues typically cost between $9,100 and $11,200 compared to the national average of $6,500-$12,000. Your venue will take up about 18% of your total wedding budget.

Vizcaya Sacramento features spacious courtyards and pavilions that can handle your large event with pricing starting around $11,300. You'll likely find elevators and ramps at The Sterling Hotel where you can celebrate under their historic stained-glass dome. Scott's on the River at The Westin Sacramento gives you modern wheelchair-accessible facilities while The Firehouse blends historic charm with features that ensure all your guests can participate comfortably.

The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel offers contemporary settings flooded with natural light perfect for high-quality virtual experiences for your distant loved ones. At The Elks Tower Events you'll benefit from tech capabilities that support robust remote participation. Grand Island Mansion's grand setting creates immersive remote experiences while Evergreen Springs by Wedgewood Weddings might offer interactive digital elements so your friends and family can join from anywhere.

The Firehouse Restaurant will wow your guests with award-winning cuisine in a romantic setting surrounded by ivy-covered courtyards. Sterling Hotel creates custom menus developed by their award-winning culinary team. You'll find modern cuisine tailored exactly to your preferences at Kimpton Sawyer Hotel. Scott's on the River delivers high-quality waterfront dining while Our Place Event Space and Kitchen specializes in fresh customized menus that reflect your unique tastes.

Sacramento's Mediterranean climate makes spring and fall your best bet with October generating the highest venue inquiries. Summer weddings face temperatures that might reach 110°F so plan accordingly. You should also consider Sacramento's fire season when planning outdoor celebrations to ensure your special day goes exactly as planned.