If you’re dreaming of a ranch wedding in Texas, there’s no shortage of scenic options—rolling Hill Country views, rustic barns, open-air chapels, sprawling acreage, and even full weekend ranch retreats. The harder part is figuring out what all of that actually costs. Pricing varies dramatically from venue to venue, with some ranches starting under $2,000 for a basic rental and others reaching $20,000+ for multi-day or all-inclusive wedding weekends.
That’s why this roundup focuses on real numbers. Every venue included here is based on actual pricing documents, so you can compare everything from day-of venue rentals and seasonal rates to per-person packages, catering, ceremony fees, and overnight accommodations. All of this data comes from Tulle Together’s Wedding Pricing Transparency Project, a crowdsourced database with 16,000+ real pricing PDFs from venues across the country and internationally, designed to make wedding budgeting less guesswork and more strategic. View the highlights in the article below, or sign in to tulletogether.com to view their pricing PDFs.
Hofmann Ranch by Wedgewood Weddings — Castroville, TX
Set on 370 acres near San Antonio, Hofmann Ranch blends classic Texas ranch character with polished, modern details, including hilltop views, longhorn cattle, native gardens, a Grand Hall, and an indoor/outdoor Meadow Pavilion. The venue can accommodate up to 300 guests. For 2026, wedding packages range from $53 to $123 per person, with venue fees ranging from $595 to $2,995 depending on the day and season. An optional ceremony package is $995, and all prices are subject to a 22% administrative fee and tax, with certain minimums applying.
Buena Vista Ranch Weddings & Events — Blue Ridge, TX
Set on a 74-acre farm just outside the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, Buena Vista Ranch offers a rustic, country-style setting with renovated barns, an open-air chapel, outdoor spaces, and room for gatherings from 20 to more than 400 guests. The base chapel and reception package starts at $1,800 and includes an onsite venue host, barn options, use of the property from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., a bridal suite, rehearsal time, standard tables and chairs, setup and breakdown, parking assistance, and access to a warming kitchen. Couples can also bring their own alcohol as long as it is served by a TABC-licensed bartender.
Dos Palomas Ranch — Boerne, TX
Nestled in the Texas Hill Country near the Guadalupe River, Dos Palomas Ranch combines a timeless modern-ranch aesthetic with scenic outdoor spaces, including The Bluff ceremony site, The Greenhouse, and a large covered patio. The venue accommodates up to 250 guests. For 2026, standard Friday–Sunday venue rentals range from $7,500 to $10,000 depending on the season and day, while holiday weddings are $11,500. Rentals include 14 hours of venue access, tables and chairs, a venue manager, multiple ceremony-site options, setup and cleanup of included amenities, and access to the venue’s indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces.
Avalon Legacy Ranch — McKinney, TX
Avalon Legacy Ranch is a family-owned, 25-acre estate with a 6,000-square-foot venue, large reception deck, outdoor chapel, landscaped gardens, lake, bridges, corral, and stables. Weekend wedding rentals range from $4,500 to $9,500 depending on the month and day, while weekday weddings start at $3,500 for an 8-hour rental or $4,500 for 10 hours. The venue also offers elopements at $600 per hour for up to 20 guests and microweddings at $800 per hour for up to 50 guests. Standard rentals include up to 12 hours, tables and chairs with setup, bridal and groom suites, rehearsal time, parking assistance, and an open vendor policy.
Lucky Spur Ranch Retreat — Justin, TX
Lucky Spur Ranch Retreat offers a true Texas ranch wedding experience with indoor and outdoor ceremony options, a reception barn with patio and courtyard, bridal and groom suites, a saloon, fire pit area, and space for up to 400 guests. Day-use wedding rentals range from $3,500 to $10,500 depending on the day and season, while wedding packages with overnight accommodations range from $5,000 to $12,000. The venue’s Exclusive Weekend Package is $15,000 in non-peak season and $25,000 in peak season, offering private use of the ranch from Friday through Monday with accommodations for up to 25 guests.
Diamond H3 Ranch — Weatherford, TX
Set on a scenic 100-acre ranch in the rolling Parker County hills, Diamond H3 Ranch offers a rustic-elegant setting with a cedar barn, open-air chapel, outdoor arbor, waterfall, and sweeping sunset views. The venue accommodates up to 300 guests. For 2026, venue rentals range from $5,500 Monday–Thursday to $7,450 on Saturdays, with Friday pricing at $7,000 and Sunday pricing at $6,800. Weddings in January, February, July, August, and December receive $1,000 off. Rentals include a 15-hour venue period, bridal and groom suites, tables and chairs for 250 guests, an onsite facility manager, ceremony-site options, and the ability to choose your own vendors, with the exception of bartenders.
Cross Creek Ranch — Parker, TX
Set on a secluded 42-acre property, Cross Creek Ranch offers a relaxed Texas ranch setting with a climate-controlled log cabin, outdoor pavilion, waterfront ceremony option, indoor fireplace ceremony space, and capacity for up to 300 guests. For 2026, facility rentals range from $2,495 to $7,495 depending on the day and season. The venue’s Signature Reception Package ranges from $49.95 to $59.95 per person and includes catering, fresh floral centerpieces, linens, event coordination, staffing, setup and cleanup, non-alcoholic beverages, china, silverware, and stemware. A wedding ceremony setup can also be added, with pricing ranging from $1,000 to $1,500 depending on the day.
Best Day Ever Ranch — Whitewright, TX
Best Day Ever Ranch offers a relaxed, rustic retreat setting with a 2,800-square-foot event barn, lakeside ceremony area, garden gazebo, wooded acreage, and an indoor white chapel. The Barn Rental ranges from $2,700 to $4,500, while The Best Day Ever Rental ranges from $3,000 to $5,300 and includes a 22-hour rental, chapel, bridal suite, poker cabin, ceremony chairs, and tables and chairs for up to 140 guests. For a full ranch experience, The Together in Love Ranch Rental ranges from $10,000 to $15,000 and adds onsite guest accommodations, day-before setup and rehearsal space, and access to ranch amenities such as fishing, trails, the clubhouse, and pool pavilion.
Hudson Bend Ranch — Austin, TX
Hudson Bend Ranch offers a laid-back Texas Hill Country setting with outdoor ceremony spaces, a meadow reception area, saloon, cantina, and onsite lodging. Wedding options range from intimate celebrations to events for up to 175 guests. Micro-weddings start at $2,000, while single-day weddings start at $3,000 depending on the day and season. Multi-day packages with two nights of lodging for up to 20 guests range from $6,250 for the Laurel Package to $21,000 for the all-inclusive Turnkey Package, which also includes a coordinator, florist, photographer, and DJ/MC.
La Tranquila Ranch — Tomball, TX
La Tranquila Ranch offers flexible wedding packages with venue rentals that include 12 hours of access, a day-of coordinator, tables for 100 guests, gold Chiavari chairs, linens, runners, and centerpieces. For 2025, venue rentals range from $3,500 on weekdays to $7,500 on Saturdays, with Fridays at $5,500 and Sundays at $4,500. Catering starts at $24 per person for buffet service or $32 per person for seated service, while a ceremony can be added for $999. The venue also offers a $3,150 + tax Micro Wedding Package for up to 50 guests. An 18% service fee and tax are not included in the standard pricing.
There’s no single price point for a ranch wedding in Texas—and these venues show just how much the final cost can depend on the type of experience you want. A simple weekday or day-use rental can cost a few thousand dollars, while peak-season Saturdays, all-inclusive packages, and multi-day ranch buyouts can climb well into five figures. Some venues also price food and services per person, while others offer a flat rental fee and let couples bring in many of their own vendors.
The biggest takeaway is to look beyond the starting price. Day of the week, season, ceremony fees, catering, service charges, guest count, and overnight accommodations can all significantly change the total. If you want to compare even more Texas venues, explore Tulle Together’s Wedding Pricing Transparency Project, where you’ll find 16,000+ real pricing PDFs from venues across the country and internationally—so you can compare costs and build your wedding budget around actual pricing instead of estimates.
Photo Credit: Dos Palomas Ranch
