The 6 best wedding venues in Bel Air, ranked and compared

The Liriodendron Mansion is a 1898 Georgian Revival mansion in Bel Air, Maryland, originally the summer home of Dr. Howard A. Kelly, a founding physician of Johns Hopkins Hospital, and designed by the architectural firm Wyatt and Nolting. The property is owned by Harford County and operated by the nonprofit Liriodendron Foundation; it serves as a cultural arts center and historic wedding venue with Palladian architecture, two elegant porticos, a grand staircase, three fireplaces, and a wisteria-covered patio. Ceremony sites include the front lawn, beneath the trees and the mansion's grand steps, while the historic Music Room and other interior rooms host receptions seating up to 120 for dining and 150 cocktail-style; the spacious patio comfortably seats 60-70 for dinner with soft string lights. Rental includes dining tables, chairs, white outdoor ceremony chairs, ceremony arbor, 3-room bridal suite, groom's room, free on-site parking, Wi-Fi and a mansion staff member onsite.

Rockfield Manor is a historic 1921 manor and nonprofit estate wedding venue in Bel Air, Maryland, set on over 50 acres of rolling lawns and manicured gardens. Couples can host ceremonies in the barn or garden and celebrate receptions on the climatecontrolled covered stone patio or in the cozy manor rooms. The property features a separate bridal cottage, groom’s suite, and exclusive oneeventperday access for an intimate, private experience. Tables and chairs for up to 130 guests and a strong preferredvendor network help streamline planning for everything from elopements to full weddings.

Liriodendron Mansion is a historic estate in Bel Air, Maryland offering an elegant, intimate setting with both indoor rooms and outdoor terraces for ceremonies and receptions. The mansion’s timeless architecture, wooded surroundings, and romantic terrace lighting create a classic and romantic atmosphere. Couples can host luncheons, buffets, or plated dinners with onsite service and access to getready rooms. The venue combines vintage charm with warm, attentive staff support for a personalized wedding experience.

Maryland Golf & Country Clubs is a private country club wedding venue set on 219 acres of countryside in Bel Air, Maryland, about 30 minutes from Baltimore. The clubhouse offers elegant indoor spaces and a pavilion with classic, traditional décor overlooking manicured golf course views. Onsite catering, bar, coordination, and event staff support fullservice weddings with complimentary parking and WiFi. Couples can host both ceremony and reception without being club members.

Bel Air Armory is a wellpreserved historic landmark in Bel Air, MD, originally built in 1915 and renovated in 2020. The exterior features a striking castlestyle facade with detailed stonework and turrets, making it a unique backdrop. The main event hall features hardwood flooring, a large space for banquet dining for up to 250 guests, a dance floor, and a stage. The venue is wheelchair accessible, includes tables and chairs in the rental, and welcomes outside vendors for full customization.

This venue offers a beautiful downtown Bel Air location with a large rental space and sanctuary. It can accommodate up to 300 guests, offering round tables, chairs, and a commercialgrade kitchen (outside catering permitted). The church space includes a stage and AV equipment (projector/PA system), making it suitable for both classic ceremony and reception events.