The Piney Branch Golf Club is an award-winning wedding venue in Upperco, Maryland. Piney Branch offers a classic venue option for couples who want an elegant indoor vibe with picturesque views outside. Draped curtains and gold chiavari chairs provide a regal touch to the ballroom while twinkling bistro lights illuminate the outdoor covered pavilion. Couples may host up to 250 wedding guests within Piney Branch’s ballroom event space. The covered pavilion is perfect for cocktail hours, ceremonies and seated events for under 75 guests.

Set on 55 acres of rolling green hills in Carroll County MD, Cold Saturday Farm is a gorgeous venue if you desire true history, natural beauty, and rustic charm. The Manor Houses date back to 1776 when the original farm was a land grant from the King of England. The farm boast many options for wedding flow and design of your event. We book one wedding a weekend so there is no stressful time window for your wedding day. All spaces and buildings are yours too utilize for one flat, transparent cost based on time of year. Choose from the Orchard Barn, Carriage House, Tented Overlook, The Green and the School House to orchestrate your perfect day. Photo op locations abound including numerous bridges, gates, stone walls, mature trees and landscaping, a pond, and a creek to name but a few. #ourrusticisreal

Historic Waverly Mansion is located in Marriottsville, Maryland. This 1760's era estate is a the perfect setting of an intimate garden wedding and reception! The Mansion and property is owned and operated by Howard County Government's Recreation and Parks Department and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Historic Waverly Mansion is considered an outdoor venue. The property includes beautifully maintained gardens, the historic Mansion, and rustic barn. During our peak rental season, a 60x40ft event tent is included in wedding rentals. Historic Waverly provides the location and property amenities while the Permit Holder provides all vendors, including an approved full-service Caterer and Wedding Coordinator. Historic Waverly Mansion is a Howard County Park. Howard County Recreation and Park guidelines apply to all scheduled events and are different from privately owned venues. Please reach out via email for our full availability.

The Howard County Conservancy is a countryside wedding venue located just 15 minutes from Columbia and Ellicott City. With multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces, and 8 ceremony location options, this nature center is available to host a range of wedding celebrations. Here, couples are sure to find an idyllic location for their ceremony and/or reception. Situated between Baltimore and DC, HCC offers a tranquil setting and captivating natural scenes as a backdrop. Couples can exchange vows embraced by abundant Maryland flora and fauna. For couples looking for a rustic feel, Montjoy Barn is the perfect place to hold romantic ceremonies and beautiful wedding photos. For celebrations held indoors, The Gudelsky Environmental Education Center can accommodate anywhere between 50 and 200 people, dependent on the selected event layout. This building offers a space flooded with natural light and exposed wooden beams. Rentals include usage of a spacious covered terrace and the Honors Garden.