Weddings at Gold Coast Farm in Aliso Viejo, CA
Looking for an outdoor wedding venue in South Orange County that feels like a little escape from everyday life? Gold Coast Farm in Aliso Viejo might be just what you’re picturing! This working farm is tucked into the northeast end of the historic Aliso Viejo Ranch, and it comes with orchards, winding garden paths, and twinkling bistro lights. Here’s your guide to weddings at Gold Coast Farm, including the spaces, what’s included, what it costs, and the rules to know before you book.
About Gold Coast Farm
Gold Coast Farm is run by Renewable Farms and sits on more than two acres of fruit and nut tree groves, native plants, and 24 aquaponic garden beds. The farm and its foreman’s bungalow are surrounded by a white picket fence, and the venue is located at 110 Park Ave, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656.
What makes this venue extra special is that your wedding helps support the community. The farm uses its venue rental income to give away hundreds of pounds of fresh food every month, educate local school kids, and provide resources to people experiencing homelessness and people with disabilities. The farm also partners with the City of Aliso Viejo on free community workshops and dedicated farm beds for Soka University and local middle and high schools. Hosting your wedding here means your celebration gives back, too!
Wedding Spaces at Gold Coast Farm
Every booking includes use of the entire farm, so you can design your day around the spaces that fit your vision. Here’s what you’ll have to work with:
- The Orchard Clearing: A clearing among the fruit and nut trees that is set up for ceremonies.
- The Grass Clearing within the vine trellises: Another outdoor spot you can use for your ceremony, cocktail hour, or other parts of your day.
- Two large paved gathering areas: These work well for dinner, dancing, and mingling.
- Winding natural paths and bistro lighting: The paths connect all of the spaces, and the bistro lights add a romantic glow once the sun goes down.
The venue hosts weddings of up to 150 guests, which makes it a lovely fit for small to mid-sized celebrations.
Bridal Suite & Other Features
Your booking includes a private, air-conditioned bungalow that serves as a bridal suite, plus a storage room for your belongings. There are two restrooms on site and a large, free parking lot for your guests.
The venue also includes the following with every booking, so you don’t have to rent the basics separately:
- 15 handmade solid oak tables with benches
- A sweetheart table and chairs
- 8 wine barrels
- A bar
- A full sound system
- Two bartenders (one of whom is the venue lead)
Catering & Vendors
Gold Coast Farm doesn’t provide food or beverages, so you’ll need to bring in your own caterer and beverage service. The venue has a list of trusted vendors you can browse on the Renewable Farms vendors page if you’d like a place to start. If you plan to serve alcohol, keep in mind that a security guard is required (more on that below).
Costs & Booking Details
Pricing is straightforward at Gold Coast Farm, and these are the details published by the venue:
- Saturday weddings: $7,400
- Friday weddings: $6,800 (Fridays from April through July are available for weddings at a discounted rate)
- Event time: Up to 7 hours, with access to the farm for setup starting at 8 am
- Guest count: Up to 150 guests
- Refundable cleaning/damage deposit: $500 for weddings
- Security guard: Required for any rental with more than 100 guests and/or alcohol service, and it must be booked through the venue
- Optional add-ons: The venue’s VW Photobus and additional bar staff
The venue also mentions a discount for Aliso Viejo residents and a nonprofit discount, so be sure to ask about those when you inquire. You can request a booking inquiry or schedule a tour through the Gold Coast Farm page on the Renewable Farms website.
Rules & Timing to Know About
- Saturday weddings run until 10 pm.
- Amplified sound must end by 9:30 pm for all event rentals.
- Food and beverage are not provided by the venue.
- Security is required for events with over 100 guests and/or alcohol service.
Since this is a working farm and community space, it’s also a good idea to ask about any additional guidelines during your tour, so you know exactly how to plan your decor, timeline, and vendor setup.
Wedding Photography at Gold Coast Farm
From a photographer’s point of view, the layout of this farm is full of possibilities! The orchard clearing makes a natural, leafy setting for ceremony and couple portraits; the vine trellises create a framed, garden-style backdrop, and the bistro lighting is perfect for romantic evening photos as the day winds down. The white picket fence and the foreman’s bungalow add charming details, too.
With up to seven hours of event time and an 8 am start for setup, it’s a great idea to build in a little extra time on your timeline for portraits. That way, you can enjoy each corner of the farm without feeling rushed.
Planning a Wedding at Gold Coast Farm? Let’s Talk Photography
If you’re planning a wedding at Gold Coast Farm in Aliso Viejo, I’d love to hear all about it! Contact me to check availability for your date and receive a personalized photography quote. I can’t wait to hear about your day!
