Want the perfect spot to tie the knot in SC? Your guide to the best wedding venues in Hilton Head
Dreaming of a beach wedding? Or maybe a traditional church ceremony, a picturesque Lowcountry celebration, a sophisticated golf course event or even a scenic harbor-side affair?
Hilton Head Island is an idyllic destination that offers all of this and more if you’re planning a wedding.
With its stunning natural beauty, romantic beaches and Spanish moss-draped landscapes (coupled with an abundance of wedding facilities and expert vendors), you can craft the perfect “I do” moment and a truly memorable celebration.
But with the joy of marriage, comes the never-ending hassle of wedding planning.
Luckily, the Lowcountry offers an abundance of venues for all wedding sizes, budgets and ideas. Here are just a few of the top spots you can consider when planning your special day:
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa in Hilton Head
If you are looking for your perfect beachfront wedding destination that’s great for large groups, the Hilton Resort & Spa is the spot for you. An added plus, your guests can stay in the hotel to enjoy the beach during your wedding.
Open for ceremonies and receptions.
Click here to visit the venue’s website.
Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton
For a wedding oasis surrounded by nature and riverside beauty, Montage Palmetto Bluff is a great spot. Justin Bieber even got married in the chapel on the property back in 2019.
This location is also good for larger groups and is open for ceremonies and receptions.
Click here to visit the venue’s website.
Venue 1123 in Bluffton
If you’re looking for something with more of a classy and upscale vibe, check out Venue 1123.
Located right in the heart of downtown Bluffton, this sophisticated space can hold your ceremony and reception.
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Agapae Oaks Weddings on St. Helena Island
Historic, charming and secluded — all things you look for in a Lowcountry wedding can be found at Agapae Oaks.
Located on St. Helena Island, this space is open for ceremonies and receptions.
Click here to visit the venue’s website.
Coosaw Point River Club on Lady’s Island
For another classy and charming spot, look at Coosaw Point River Club on Lady’s Island.
This location is right by downtown Beaufort and is open for ceremonies and receptions.
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Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort on Fripp Island
For a secluded and golf-oriented wedding, Fripp Island’s Golf and Beach Resort is an ideal spot.
Right on the beach, you can have a ceremony and reception at this enchanting venue.
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Wedding Cruises
For a wedding you’ll never forget, you can get married on one of Hilton Head’s wedding cruises and say your vows among the dolphins and loggerhead sea turtles.
With options for all wedding sizes and budgets, this venue option is the best way to cruise into married life in style.
Other Popular Spots
Local churches like Church of Cross in Old Town Bluffton and First Union African Baptist Church on Daufuskie Island are also great spots to pick from when planning your wedding.
Church of Cross does require a membership for at least a year to have a wedding there.
Catering Options
Signature Event Catering by SERG Restaurant Group
Venues like Palmetto Dunes have their own catering services
Grocery stores like Publix cater certain foods and fulfill cake requests
Can’t miss tips for getting married in Hilton Head
If you want to have your wedding at a church, make sure that they do not have any constraints regarding church membership or officiating.
If you want to get married on the beach, it requires a permit (free of charge) from the Town of Hilton Head Island. Permits must be submitted 30 days before your ceremony date.
For additional wedding resources and assistance for Hilton Head Island, click here.
For additional resources and wedding venues, you can visit The Knot webpage, the Wedding Spot webpage or Hilton Head’s wedding planning page.
