Attention, Indianapolis-area brides: If you’ve been searching for a barn wedding venue in your area, this one’s for you. We’ve rounded up this list of gorgeous barn wedding venues within a one-hour drive of Indianapolis.
#1. The Barn at Hawks Point in Anderson, Indiana
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Want to put a unique and chic spin on your barn wedding? Check out The Barn at Hawks Point’s newest offering: Brunch at the Barn, featuring an intimate and elegant late-morning celebration for up to 125, followed by a delicious brunch menu and cocktails. The package also includes an eight-hour (!) rental of the barn and its grounds, as well as gorgeous rustic and vintage decor. The venue is situated on 13 tree-filled acres—offering plenty of places for photos—and conveniently located just a few miles from I-69 outside Hamilton County.
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Chalkboards, antique tables, whiskey barrels, wooden crates—whatever decor you can imagine for your rustic wedding, the Barn at Zyntango Farm has got it. Originally constructed in the 1800s as a dairy barn, the venue has you covered even before the big day arrives. Packages include a scheduled engagement photo shoot on the property with your photographer; on-site planning time for you and your vendors; and use of the property’s 1903 farmhouse for day-of preparations and, depending on your rental agreement, as an ideal place to spend your last night as a bride-to-be. Tip: Be sure to get photos taken on the antique tractor and hay wagon.
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#3. Avon Wedding Barn in Avon, Indiana
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If you could describe the Avon Wedding Barn in only one word, it would be picturesque. Located just six miles from Indy, the venue’s six acres feature a rustic bridge over a babbling brook, an ancient catalpa tree—with huge heart-shaped leaves—a silo, and the centerpiece, a 100-year-old red Amish barn. The vintage charm outdoors gives way to modern conveniences inside the barn, including central heating, air conditioning, two bathrooms, bride’s room and kitchen area.
#4. Barn in Zionsville in Zionsville, Indiana
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Perfect for the bride searching for rustic chic, the Barn in Zionsville is a family-owned and -operated barn located on the north side of Indianapolis. Once home to dozens of horses, the barn has been completely refurbished and includes a new roof, concrete floors, five chandeliers, ivory chiffon drapes, nine oak whiskey barrels, a bridal suite, and other assorted rustic wedding decorations. A venue that provides a stunning setting and the decor? Sign us up.
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With its location just 30 minutes west of Indianapolis, the Barn of Coatesville combines the quiet charm of the countryside with convenient access to the city—and with its on-site party bus available for rent, you and your guests will have an easy option to shuttle between the two. The open-air barn offers seating for 275, and its accompanying shaded lot provides a perfect place for your ceremony. The venue has no vendor restrictions, so you’ll have maximum flexibility in choosing the wedding professionals who will help create your big day.
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#6. Emerald Acres Wedding Barn in Whitestown, Indiana
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Authentic farmhouse tables and chairs: check. Hay-bale seating: check. Chandeliers: check. The Emerald Acres Wedding Barn offers couples all of these rustic wedding essentials—and more—at its 17-acre property located just minutes northwest of Indianapolis. The breathtaking two-story barn allows for multiple event flow arrangements to best meet a couple’s needs; try cocktails and photos on the first floor, followed by a reception and dancing in the upstairs loft space.
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#7. JLH Wedding Barn in Jamestown, Indiana
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If you’re looking for a fun, relaxed atmosphere for your wedding, the JLH Wedding Barn is a must-see. Set on 15 acres, the venue offers plenty of space to enjoy a game of cornhole, drink cocktails on the covered patio, and gather around the firepit—and there’s even a kids’ playground for your littlest guests. The venue features three ceremony locations, a spacious reception and dance space, and private bridal suites with walkout balconies.
Some other great Indianapolis barn wedding venues you’ll want to be sure to check out:
The Barn at Crystal Spring Farm — Franklin, Indiana
The Barn at Geist Nursery — Fishers, Indiana
The Normandy Barn at the Indianapolis State Fairgrounds — Indianapolis, Indiana
Smith Family Farms — Pendleton, Indiana
Coffee Creek Ridge — Shelbyville, Indiana
