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Manassas, Virginia · Est. 2018

Barn Wedding Receptions

Dinner, toasts, dancing, the parts guests talk about for years — all inside our restored 2,800 sq ft barn.

Your reception is where the night actually happens. At Woodbine Farm, that all takes place inside our restored 2,800 square foot barn, with exposed timber beams, polished floors, and warm string lighting overhead. It’s a rustic reception venue that still feels upscale, not a plain hall dressed up for the occasion.

We’re located just outside Manassas, an easy drive from Northern Virginia, Washington D.C., Fairfax, and Prince William County, so out-of-town guests can get here without a complicated trip.

Our Barn Reception Space

The barn is the heart of Woodbine Farm. Soaring timber beams, ambient Edison lighting, and polished floors give it a warm, finished feel without losing the character of a real farm building. It’s climate-controlled, so your reception isn’t at the mercy of a Virginia summer or a cold snap in December.

Round tables, long farmhouse-style seating, and a dedicated dance floor are all part of the space, along with built-in lighting that sets the mood without extra rental equipment. Whether you’re planning a plated dinner for 60 or a full dance-floor celebration for 150+, the layout adapts to your guest list.

Reception Style: Plated, Buffet, or Cocktail

Woodbine Farm works with plated dinners, buffet-style service, and cocktail-hour setups. Our prep area and kitchen space support both formats, so the choice comes down to your guest count and the experience you want, not a limitation of the venue.

Catering: Bring Your Own or Choose a Preferred Caterer

You can work with one of our preferred caterers or bring in a licensed caterer of your own choosing. Either way, our team helps coordinate timing so food service fits smoothly into your reception schedule.

Dancing, Toasts, and Cocktail Hour

The barn’s dance floor and open layout are built for the parts of the night that make a reception memorable — first dances, toasts, and a full dance floor by the end of the evening. When the weather cooperates, cocktail hour can move outside to the farm grounds or the firepit area, giving guests a change of scenery between the ceremony and the main event.

Reception Capacity and Guest Count

Woodbine Farm’s barn and grounds accommodate receptions from intimate gatherings of around 20 guests up to approximately 150+. During your tour, our team helps you map out the best layout — dinner seating, dance floor space, and bar setup — based on your actual guest count instead of a generic floor plan.

Alcohol and Bar Service

Alcohol is permitted with a licensed and insured bartending service. Event insurance and adherence to Virginia ABC regulations are required, and our team walks you through the requirements during planning so nothing catches you off guard closer to your date.

Decor and Setup

The barn is a blank canvas, so your florals, linens, and personal touches are what make it yours. You’re welcome to bring your own decor. We ask that everything is removed during your contracted breakdown window and that no permanent fixtures go up.

What’s Included With Your Reception

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Ceremony and reception space in the same barn
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Air conditioning and heat
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Tables and chairs
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Restrooms
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Outdoor seating for up to 50 guests
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Firepit area
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Food warmers
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Refrigerator and ice machine

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the ceremony and reception both happen in the barn?

Yes. The barn works as a full reception space and can also host your ceremony, which keeps your timeline simple and cuts down on vendor logistics if you’d rather not move locations mid-event.

How many guests can the reception hold?

Our barn and grounds accommodate receptions from around 20 guests up to approximately 150+.

Do you provide catering, or do we need to bring our own?

Both options work. You can choose one of our preferred caterers or bring in a licensed caterer of your own, and our kitchen and prep space support plated or buffet service either way.

What's included in the reception rental?

Tables, chairs, restrooms, air conditioning and heat, outdoor seating for up to 50 guests, a firepit area, food warmers, and a refrigerator and ice machine are all included with your reception package.

Is there an outdoor space for cocktail hour?

Yes. Our farm grounds and firepit area give you an outdoor option for cocktail hour, weather permitting, before guests move into the barn for dinner and dancing.

What is the alcohol policy for receptions?

Alcohol requires a licensed and insured bartending service, event insurance, and compliance with Virginia ABC regulations. Our team will explain the specifics during your planning process.

How do we book our reception date?

Check our availability calendar, then submit an inquiry or schedule a tour. Reserving your date requires a signed rental agreement and a deposit, held on a first-come, first-served basis.

See the Barn Before You Book

Photos can only tell you so much about how a space feels. Walk the barn, picture your tables
and dance floor in place, and get your questions answered in person.

Prefer to talk it through first?