Cutting-Edge Wedding Venues For The Non-Traditional Bride

The Washington Post reports that 33% of engagements happen between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.

This week, we’re focusing on the West Hollywood establishments that you wouldn’t expect to host weddings, so that you can create the most unique experience possible for your special day. Our previous wedding blog focused on WeHo’s elegant hotels and their rooftop pool decks and banquet halls as great venues for weddings. If you’ve decided that those venues are too traditional and expected, not to worry!

Read below for ideas on rockstar, artsy and nature-inspired weddings!

The Roxy Theatre

9009 Sunset Boulevard West Hollywood, CA
310.278.9457

 The Roxy Theatre on Sunset Boulevard was one of the birthplaces of the modern rock ‘n’ roll scene – and it’s still the go-to venue for both established and emerging artists. A little-known fact about the Roxy, however, is that a small, private key-access club that once hosted Hollywood’s elite musicians, movie stars and celebrities is located right above the Roxy. On The Rox is now a VIP lounge that hosts musical performances, parties, after-parties and private events, complete with its own bar, dance floor and lounge area. Best of all, guests enter through a side door and staircase to remain separate from The Roxy Theatre’s happenings downstairs.

If you want an exclusive, intimate wedding or reception area (up to 75 people), with a rock ‘n’ roll flavor, email VIP@theroxy.com to find out more information about booking On The Rox.

Petit Ermitage Private Rooftop Club

8822 Cynthia St. West Hollywood, CA
310.854.1114

 In addition to a shimmering rooftop pool, Petit Ermitage has an entire private rooftop club. With 360 degree views of the Hollywood Hills, the Garden, Butterfly Bar, Firedeck and Masters Lounge provide for the perfect setting for your moderate to large-sized wedding and reception (up to 120 people.) Exchange “I do’s” in the beautiful green Garden, celebrate with food and toasts at the Butterfly Bar, then mingle with your guests and receive congratulations around the pool and fireplace well into the night.

Contact events@petitermitage.com or call 310.967.6324 for more information about booking Petit Ermitage’s Private Rooftop Club. 

House of Blues Sunset Strip

8430 Sunset Boulevard West Hollywood, CA
323.848.5100

 For a unique, memorable, no hassle wedding, let the expert party planners at House of Blues Sunset Strip do it for you. Everything will be handled all in one place. First, pick a venue. You can rent out the entire concert hall, or choose from the Foundation Room, Foundation Patio, Music Hall, Captain’s Room, Crossroads Restaurant, etc. based on the number of guests you want to have and the floor plan (rooms can hold between 30 and 1,000 guests, and the entire venue holds 1,500). Food & beverages are done in-house: choose from an extensive menu, ranging from simple snacks to five-star dinners. For music, the experts at Live Nation will help you book DJs, local bands or, for those without budget, your favorite artist. Add on commemorative House of Blues merchandise, creative decor, customized lights and more to give the wedding your personal touch. And voila! A night to remember on music legend ground.

Email deniseronayne@livenation.com or call 323.848.5151 for more information.

Cecconi’s

8764 Melrose Avenue West Hollywood, CA
310.432.2000

 If you’re looking for an elegant setting that also has delicious food for your wedding reception, try Cecconi’s. The Butterfly Room is Cecconi’s adjacent private dining room, which features seating for up to 40 guests. You’ll get to personalize your experience as you choose from round, rectangular or oval tables or close off the area with a Venetian curtain for a smaller guest list. Your guests will have a private entrance to maintain intimacy, as well as a small outdoor cocktail area to enjoy West Hollywood’s beautiful weather. Cecconi’s extensive wine list, as well as selections from their a la carte, cicchetti and pizzette courses.

For inquiries, email events@cecconisrestaurant.com or call 310.432.2000. 

Pacific Design Center

8687 Melrose Avenue West Hollywood, CA
310.657.0800

 Want to make your wedding an event that none of your guests will ever forget? The bride without budget can venture to the architectural masterpiece that is the Pacific Design Center. Whether you have 500 or 2,500 guests, the Pacific Design Center will have a venue for your wedding. Have your ceremony on the Pacific Design Plaza, in the Blue Atrium or the Blue Lobby. Then migrate to on-site Red Seven or Spectra, both Wolfgang Puck restaurants with fine cuisine and built-in bars, for your reception. The best part is no worrying about getting the perfect pictures. After all, who wouldn’t want to have a wedding photo by one of the PDC’s unique fountains against the blue, red and green backdrop of the building?

Call 310.360.6415 for more information about the PDC special event venues.