Couples who are planning their big day, and won’t settle for less, often seek out the best wedding venue near the Las Vegas Strip. Why is this the case? Because the Vegas Strip kicks a wedding experience up a notch by providing the bride and groom, as well as their guests, with endless amounts of entertainment, exquisite dining experiences, iconic hotels, casino fun, and more, for the days following the wedding. This, as you can imagine, all adds up to an amazing honeymoon opportunity as well, which can save you a considerable amount of money. So, what wedding venue should you book that’s close to the Vegas Strip, so you can have the best of both worlds – let’s dive in to find out.
Best Ceremony & Reception Venue Close to the Vegas Strip – Lakeside Weddings & Events
We’re going to cut to the chase because we know that the preferred wedding venue near the Strip is Lakeside Weddings & Events. And it’s not just us being partial; check out our Awards & Reviews page to see how couples from all over were impressed with how our full-service venue put together their special day.
The bottom line is that Lakeside Weddings is conveniently located near the Las Vegas Strip, and it’s also considered one of the best wedding venues in the state of Nevada for several reasons, which we will discuss below. With that in mind, let’s get started so you can begin making your wedding plans sooner rather than later!
Beautiful Lakefront Property Featuring Elegant Gardens & Gazebos
When asked what matters most to brides on their wedding day, many express that a beautiful venue is important to them. This makes sense because being surrounded by stunning scenery will add to the romance, elegance, and atmosphere of the day. And this is important because it not only makes for gorgeous wedding photography, but also lines up with just how beautiful brides look on their wedding day. With all that said, when looking for the best wedding venue near the Las Vegas Strip, you can be sure that lakeside weddings is an excellent choice because our venue is located on amazing lakefront property and showcases multiple lush green gardens that sport swaying willow trees, plants, flowers, and romantic ceremony gazebos.
Because of this, couples are able to have a dream come true wedding day that offers ceremony altars in the middle of elegant gardens that boast a sparkling blue lake as their backdrop, as well as tranquil lake breezes during the ceremony. In addition to this, you’ll see a charming stone bridge over the water, along with a swan or two making an appearance, which makes for the perfect fairy tale wedding. And best of all, we specialize in sunset weddings. Imagine just how gorgeous and romantic the lake is during sunset, complete with breathtaking colors reflecting in the lake waters as you stand under a ceremony gazebo saying your wedding vows.
Take a moment to look at our lakeside ceremony locations to get a glimpse of how breathtaking these ceremony venues are:
- Swan Garden Image Gallery
- Grand Garden Image Gallery
- Heritage Garden Image Gallery
- Lakeside Chapel Image Gallery
You can also take a virtual video tour of all our lakefront wedding venues by heading over to our personal tours pages for Swan Garden, and Grand Garden, as well as Heritage Garden, and Lakeview Chapel. In addition to being able to tour the ceremony sites, the videos also give you a glimpse of our reception halls as well. Here’s a sneak peek of one of our ceremony and reception venues for some inspiration:
Lakeside Weddings Boasts an Incredible Indoor Las Vegas Wedding Chapel
Many couples will be interested in our outdoor lake and garden ceremony sites, but what about those who want a traditional indoor chapel wedding? Lakeside Weddings & Events can also provide this with our beautiful and unique Lakeview Chapel ceremony location. One element that makes this chapel so unique and considered to be one of the best wedding venues near the Las Vegas Strip is the fact it offers the opportunity to say your vows inside the chapel or right outside the chapel doors, on the edge of the lake. Either way, you and your guests will enjoy stunning lake and garden views. Here’s a summary of the chapel features that you can look forward to if you book this popular wedding venue:
- Chandelier lighting within the wedding chapel creates a romantic and elegant ceremony atmosphere.
- The chapel’s beautiful floor-to-ceiling glass windows allow for breathtaking lake and garden views for you and your wedding guests during the ceremony.
- Large open glass doors located near the ceremony altar provide you with calming lake breezes.
- Lakeview Chapel offers the ability to say your “I DOs” within the chapel itself or right outside the chapel doors at the lake’s edge with your guests sitting comfortably within the chapel.
- This charming wedding venue is conveniently located close to the Las Vegas Strip in the upscale Desert Shores Community of Summerlin.
If you’re interested in getting married indoors, then be sure to head over to our post on how to choose the best Las Vegas wedding chapel. And for those who are hooked on this truly romantic wedding venue, you’ll want to check out our Lakeview Chapel ceremony only packages by guest count, which you’ll find below:
- Hope Ceremony Only Package – up to 10 guests
- Wish Ceremony Only Package – up to 30 guests
- Dream Ceremony Only Package – up to 50 guests
- Imagine Ceremony Only Package – up to 100 guests
Take a moment to watch this quick Lakeside Weddings & Events video to see for yourself just how stunning this Las Vegas ceremony site really is:
A Variety of All Inclusive & Ceremony Only Packages for 0 to 100+ Guests
Another aspect of what makes this location the best choice for wedding venues near the Las Vegas Strip is the fact that it offers a wide variety of wedding packages to meet your needs and your budget. This includes all inclusive packages where every detail is taken care of for you when it comes to the ceremony and reception, and it also includes affordable ceremony only packages, as well as reception only options.
Our affordable packages are designed to meet your needs whether you’re having a wedding with zero guests or planning a much larger wedding with a hundred, or more. Everything you would need to create the perfect wedding day comes in our packages – ceremony flowers, music, chairs, as well as a reception DJ/Emcee, buffet, wedding reception flowers, tables, linen, and the like. In addition to this, our packages come with a wedding coordinator to help you every step of the way – from start to finish.
Lakeside Weddings & Events offers the following packages that will help you plan a wedding near the Vegas Strip:
Ceremony Only Wedding Packages
All Inclusive Ceremony & Reception Packages
- Grand Garden All Inclusive Packages
- Swan Garden All Inclusive Packages
- Heritage Garden All Inclusive Packages
- Waterfall Garden All Inclusive Packages
Questions Regarding Our Top Wedding Venue Not Far From the Vegas Strip
Planning the perfect wedding, no matter where your preferred venue is located, takes a lot of research, and with that may come some questions. Lakeside Weddings & Events has been helping couples tie the knot for many years now, and because of that, we’ve gained a tremendous amount of expertise on all things “Las Vegas weddings”.
We are here to answer any questions you may have regarding weddings near the Vegas Strip, or on any topic related to ceremonies and receptions. So, don’t hesitate to give us a call with all your inquiries at 702 240-5290. In the meantime, below, you will find a few questions and answers to get you started:
What reception only packages do you offer at your Las Vegas wedding venue?
We offer fabulous reception only packages for our Grand Atrium and Swan Banquet reception halls. These banquet halls are not just used for reception only packages; they are also utilized for our all inclusive packages as well. Either way, both offer a modern and elegant venue that will enable you to celebrate your marriage in style. For example, our largest reception hall, which is Swan Banquet Room, holds up to 225 guests, boasts stunning lake views revealed through large glass windows, features exquisite crystal chandeliers, modern crown molding, a charming glass solarium with twinkle lighting, as well as a built-in bar and built-in dance floor, all while being perfectly temperature controlled. You can read more about our reception halls, as well as take a moment to check out our reception only packages below:
Does Lakeside Weddings & Events offer ceremony gazebos with all ceremony venue packages?
Yes, Lakeside Weddings & Events provides gazebo options with all our ceremony only and all inclusive wedding packages. This would include packages for Grand Garden, Swan Garden, Heritage Garden, Waterfall Garden, as well as Lakeview Chapel. Our ceremony gazebos are romantic and charming, and can be customized with flowers, sashes, ribbons, and the like to meet your wedding day style. Wedding gazebos are popular because they add a romantic element to a ceremony, especially when the gazebo rests on the lake’s edge. Our largest gazebo is located within Swan Garden, and you can view it in our Swan Garden Image Gallery. We also suggest that you take some time to read over our Las Vegas Gazebo Venues & Package page for more details.
Resources for Those Getting Married at Lakeside Weddings & Events
Our premier full-service Las Vegas wedding venue, that’s located in the Desert Shores area of Summerlin, can provide you with various resources to help you plan your big day.
We have information on everything that’s needed to perfect your ceremony and reception. This includes details on how to go about filing for your marriage license, information on wedding cakes, posts on how to plan an affordable Las Vegas wedding, resources for outdoor weddings, and well as small intimate weddings, and more, as seen below.
- If you’re having a wedding celebration, be sure to read up on this reception information.
- Don’t forget to research your bridal hair and makeup options before your big day arrives.
- For those having a Las Vegas wedding of up to 50 guests, this post will give you some helpful tips.
- Are you planning an evening wedding near the Las Vegas Strip? If so, then dive into this post.
- Need help choosing your wedding ceremony and reception flowers? If so, then check out this post on how to select the best flowers for your Las Vegas wedding.
- We have a page on wedding ceremony information that you may find handy for putting your big day together perfectly.
- Read this post to learn why you need a professional wedding photographer to document your special day.
- Not sure what will fit into your budget? Then read this post that details how much a Las Vegas wedding may cost.
- We also host special events if you need a beautiful location in the future.
- If you’re getting married in Nevada, near the Vegas Strip, get your marriage license in Clark County – learn more about this.
- Need help choosing a bridal updo? If so, this post has several ideas for you to make a decision.
Reserve Your Special Date to Start Planning Your Wedding Near Las Vegas Boulevard!
We realize how amazing it would be to get married close to the Vegas Strip. Because of this, we’ve made it easy to tie the knot in this area – from our affordable wedding specials to the popular ceremony venues we offer, along with our wedding coordinators who make sure everything goes smoothly; you can have the wedding day you’ve always dreamed about. No matter what type of package you may be looking for, we can assist you in selecting the one that’s right for your preferences and your budget. Just give our team a call at 702 240-5290, or simply contact Always & Forever Weddings & Events online. We’re looking forward to setting you on a path to a beautiful wedding day and can’t wait to meet you and your spouse-to-be!