Best Wedding Venues and Most Popular Event Places in Davao City

 Author: Jenelyn Rebucas

'Will you marry me?' has been answered with a resounding 'YES"! 

It's now the time to ask the next questions, when and where? Where should you spend the most special day of your life?

 

You must carefully choose your wedding reception venue for this is where your momentous day will be held. It is where one of the most memorable moments of your life will happen. Everything must be according to plan, if possible, from the wardrobe, food, the theme, and the place for the best wedding venues you can find. You will always cherish your big day --- your wedding. Therefore, the proper wedding venue reception in Davao should be chosen if you're thinking of making Davao your place of choice.

 

Now, where do you want to spend your wedding day? Are you looking for wedding reception ideas?

 

Before choosing your perfect place, you need to consider this factor first:

 

What is your dream wedding?

Everyone has their desired wedding. Some people want to spend their day on the beach; others enjoy the traditional way, which is at the church, or your favorite destination. Therefore, your dream wedding must prioritize choosing a wedding venue. In addition, wedding themes should also be one of the aspects to consider. Listed below are the types of weddings that are a trend nowadays:

 
TRADITIONAL

A traditional wedding is a solemn ceremony, usually in the church or a chapel. It is a holy sacrament for Catholics and Christians; they incorporate personal wedding vows. Therefore, doing your wedding traditionally would be nice. The church is still the most preferred venue for a wedding ceremony and exchanging of vows. It is considered a sacred place and a perfect place to celebrate a holy union. 

 

Here in Davao City, there are a lot of beautiful historical churches you can choose from. Afterward, you can celebrate the rest of the day at your chosen reception venue.

 

 

DESTINATION

Nothing beats tourist attractions when it comes to beautiful scenery. If you're dreaming of having a scenery wedding, you can choose to hold your wedding in some attractive destination near and accessible to your place.

 

 

BEACH WEDDING

If you want the sound of waves crashing on the shore as a music background on your wedding, having the sunrise or sunset in the background while saying your 'I do's and vows, a beach wedding will give justice to your wedding dream. The astonishing ocean view will make the moment more intimate and solemn.

 

VINTAGE

Most couples choose vintage as their wedding theme to experience the ambiance of historical moments. This type of wedding can also make you feel nostalgic as you'll be reminded of historical things. It is like going back to where everything begins.

 

 

RUSTIC

If you're the type that wants to be everything cozy and chill, rustic is for you. A rustic wedding theme is one of the best event themes to choose from; it gives you the countryside vibe. This wedding theme is much likely inspired by outdoor ambiance and nature. It usually incorporates wood and various flowers.

 

 

GARDEN WEDDING

This wedding is often outdoors, surrounded by shrubs, trees, and flowering vegetation. Greens and florals can be seen everywhere. 

 

When choosing your wedding venue, there are couples of factors you need to consider. 

 

• Your budget
• The guests
• Location
• Capacity
• Layout
• Accessibility
• Privacy

 

PANDEMIC WEDDINGS

During the pandemic, some businesses have been closed. Hotels are not exempted; they've also been affected. If you are a Davao resident or knew the first hotel here in Davao, you probably knew that Marco Polo temporarily decided to close its door during the pandemic. 

 

Some hotels had been empty; celebrations needed to take on a private and intimate place. Nonetheless, a new normal has been introduced. Thus, some businesses are slowly going back on their track now. Some had been gone, but there were also new ones that came.

 

Davao offers many choices if you're planning to celebrate your wedding day here in Davao wedding venues. 

 

ü  THE VIEW DAVAO (Magtuod, Maa, Davao City)

Overlooking view, beautiful scenery of city lights at night, The View Davao top that one. The place is vast and can accumulate hundreds of guests. You can also take your wedding photo shoot there, and even hold your wedding ceremony. 

 

You have two choices, you can hold your wedding at their Pavilion, where the city view can be seen, or you can have a garden wedding that can accommodate more than 400 guests. After the ceremony, you can continue the celebration at the function hall, which is non-airconditioned but not a hindrance since the place is quite windy and can accommodate 400 guests. 

 

        

 

VENUE RENTAL RATES

 

  100 guests and below

Php 60,000

 

  150 guests  -   Php 90,000

 

  200 guests  -  Php 120,000

 

  250 guests  -  Php 150,000

 

  300 guests  -  Php 180,000

 

  350 guests  -  Php 210,000

 

  400 guests  -  Php 240,000

 

 *Php 600/head

 

Inclusions:

- Gazebo for wedding ceremony with 100 Tiffany Chairs.

- Non-airconditioned function hall for a reception with elegant Tiffany chairs and round tables, Rectangular Presidential tables, Buffet tables, Cake Table, Mini stage, and Basic Lights. The electricity fee is included.

 

ROOMS FOR RENT

• Bridal Suite – Php 5,000 (airconditioned)
• Groom's Cabin – Php 5,000 (airconditioned) 

 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/theviewdavao/ 

 

 

ü  THE COURTYARD AT CHATEAU VERONICA 

(Downtown area at Chateau Veronica Apartelle, Araullo Street, Davao City)

 

An intimate place for intimate events. The vibe of a greenhouse, with a classic touch. A fully-airconditioned space, which can accommodate a maximum of 60 guests.

 

VENUE RENTAL RATES

  40 guests & below  - Php 8,000

 

  50 guests  -  Php 10,000

 

  60 guests  -  Php 12,000

 

  

Inclusions:

- 4 hours event duration

- Food prep area

- Tables and chairs with basic table setting

- Sound system w/ 2 microphones

 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thecourtyardatchateauveronica/ 

 

 

ü  BELLEVUE SQUARE DAVAO 

(Km 7.5 Diversion Road, Matina Pangi, Davao City)

Do you want to see the beautiful view of the highest mountain in the Philippines? Bellevue offers you this great background. Fully-airconditioned, spacious, and a function hall that can accommodate 200 guests.

 

 

VENUE RENTALS

  50 – 60 pax  -  Php 15,000

 

  60 – 130 pax  -  Php 20,000

 

  130 – 200 pax  -  Php 25,000

 

  

Inclusions

- 4 hours of use of facilities

- Table w/cloth & Tiffany chairs

 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bellevuedavao/?ref=page_internal 

 

ü  CASA VIEJA 

 (Front gate 3 of San Pablo Church, Juna Subdivision, Davao City)

 

This wedding venue is perfect for a small and intimate celebration. It has a garden vibe, but they also have a fully-airconditioned function hall. They have a cocktail garden, built-in bar, central garden, and main function hall. If you're planning an intimate wedding and want to hold your wedding ceremony at San Pablo Church, Casa Vieja is giving you convenient access from the church to the venue. 

 

VENUE RENTAL RATES

Indoor

  60 guests  -  Php 15,000

 

  80 guests  -  Php 20,000

 

  100 guests  -  Php 25,000

 

 

Outdoor

  150 guests  -  Php 25,000

 

 

Indoor & Outdoor

  150 guests  -  Php 35,000

 

 

*Excess = Php 250/head

*Event duration of 4 hours (Venue/Facility ONLY)

 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/casaviejadavao/ 

 

 

ü  LA HERENCIA DAVAO 

(F. Torres Street, Brgy 19-B, Davao City)

 

409 SQM Pavilion. A spacious and affordable venue. It is a fully-airconditioned indoor venue that offers 4 hours of usage at the Pavilion. 

        

 

VENUE RATES

170 guests  -  Php 35,000

 

 *Excess hours= Php 5,000/hour

 

• Banquet type – max capacity of 170 guests
• Theater type – max 420 pax

 

Inclusion:

- 4 long tables + 40 tiffany white chairs

- Free use of parking

- Usage of the Foyer is subject to availability 

 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/laherenciadavao 

 

 

Conclusion

In conclusion, your wedding venue doesn't need to be one of the best places in your town. It shouldn't be chosen by the view of others but on your preference. You will know if that place is the right one for your essential day; if you feel connected to the area, you will feel comfortable, and it will give you the excitement to look forward to what and how your big day will be. 

 

 

Davao City hosts hundreds of venues and events place you can choose from. From North to South to East to West of the City, you can find just about the right place to hold your events. This list is just five (5), not even the tip of the iceberg yet! For more venue options, email Leah Jacobe of Dream Team Events at leahjacobeweddings@gmail.com and get a quote for your wedding and event!