Wedding Venue Trends for 2025/2026: What’s In and What’s Out
Choosing a wedding venue was once all about headcounts and convenience. But in 2025, couples are seeking something deeper; spaces that feel like a reflection of who they are and the kind of day they want to remember.
It’s no longer just about the location; it’s about the feeling it evokes, the sense of arrival, the way the light hits the landscape, the story the setting tells before the first guest even takes their seat.
So, what’s taking centre stage this year and what’s gracefully bowing out? Let’s explore the biggest wedding venue trends for 2025/2026, highlighting what’s in and what’s out, with a nod to the Tuscan-inspired beauty redefining modern celebrations.
IN: Nature-Immersed Spaces with Rustic Elegance
Couples are embracing the outdoors, but with a touch of warmth and romance. Think vine-draped pergolas, golden sunsets and ceremonies on hilltops with gorgeous views framed by vast blue skies and formally hedged lilli pilli trees. Just like a Tuscan dream, the venue becomes a living, breathing part of the celebration.
OUT: Traditional Banquet Halls
Formal function centres with four walls and hotel carpet are making way for venues that feel more soulful. Gone are the cookie-cutter receptions! Many couples want the character of a country estate or farmhouse with long tables under the stars.
IN: Blank Canvas Properties
Aged stone, raw timber and neutral palettes let your styling shine. Blank canvas venues, much like a villa courtyard tucked away in Florence, offer the flexibility to create your own version of la dolce vita, without limitations.
OUT: Overly Themed Settings
In 2025/2026, couples are trading kitsch for authenticity. Loud, overly stylised venues are out. In their place: simplicity, texture and spaces that let the natural surroundings and emotion of the day take the lead.
IN: Weekend-Long Celebrations
Why squeeze the magic into one evening? It’s not fun at all! Just like a Tuscan escape, weddings are becoming weekend-long events, complete with welcome dinners, wine tastings and slow brunches on the lawn. It’s about connection, not just ceremony.
OUT: Strict Turnaround Times
Venues that usher you in and out in a matter of hours are losing a lot of appeal. Couples want time to linger, explore, breathe and enjoy every glass of prosecco without checking the clock. Wedding midnight snacks are now a thing too.
Midnight snacks have become a signature touch: woodfired pizzas, gelato carts and grazing tables that reappear after dancing. These late-night moments extend the magic, turning a single evening into a story that lingers well past the final toast.
Planning a 2025/2026 Wedding?
If you are dreaming of a venue that feels like your own little slice of Tuscany, book your private tour of Nutting Hill Villa and fall in love with the details. Let us create your timeless wedding.