Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery is a gorgeous wedding venue in St. Davids, Niagara-on-the-Lake. It hosts classically beautiful weddings that fine art photographers love. The whole venue is picturesque, as its backdrop boasts of quintessential Niagara-on-the-Lake charm as it is surrounded by vineyards. The property has a vintage restaurant and tasting room, as well as a brand-new modern wedding facility in the middle of it all.
If you are looking to book here, below are some details to help you plan as you’re deciding what your day at Ravine could look like:
Guest Capacity: 20-250
Plated Service, Per Person: CAD:$115.00
Ravine features a 4,000-square-foot event facility, which provides a unique blend of sophisticated history and current amenities. With the large windows, you can view the sunset over the vineyards as you have dinner with all of your closest family and friends on your wedding day.
The venue’s style can be described as Classic, Elegant, Eclectic, Modern, Vintage, Sleek.
The Barrel Room is a great choice for photos as well as rehearsal dinners that have a beautiful intimate and candle-lit feel.
Keep in mind that it is your day to express the story and love you two have together, so as you’re working with your vendors be sure to chat with them about which elements of the property drew you in. When you’ve pinpointed why you love Ravine, it will be so much easier to bring your vision for the day to life
Source: Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery Weddingwire Profile.
If you have guests coming from out of town, you’re probably going to want to find them some beautiful, local accommodations.
We find that many couples who get married at Ravine are from areas such as Burlington, Oakville, and Toronto. This means you and your guests will likely be staying overnight. Here are our top 4 places to stay if you are here for a wedding in Niagara-on-the-Lake:
- 124 Queen – Starting at $459/night
- Pillar & Post – Starting at $480/night
- Queens Landing – Starting at $460/night
- White Oaks – Starting at $269/night
Prices as of March 13, 2025.
Delicious Wedding Catering: A Foodie’s Dream
The food at Ravine is incredible. During the cocktail hour, the Ravine wait staff bring around a delicious selection of expertly prepared hors d’oeuvres while wine and beer on tap are being served to each guest. Their plated meals include chicken, beef, and various fish options, as well as vegetarian or vegan accommodations made by request. It is some of the best wedding food that I have had, and I am impressed and delighted each time I have the pleasure of celebrating one of my couples at Ravine.
Best Wedding Photo Locations at Ravine Vineyard: Scenic & Romantic Spots
First Look
If you take a walk behind the venue, you can walk into the vineyards on the property. The rows of vines provide the perfect amount of privacy for you to have your special moment when you see each other for the first time on your wedding day.
Often first looks take place while the sun is still rather high in the sky. This means you will need to find shade. There are two spots that I think are great for your first look. If you head on over to the side of the property where the gardens are you will find the right amount of shade that will make taking photos of a breeze and keep you cool during the heat of a hot summer day. There is also another spot just behind the restaurant that is close to the vineyard with some tree coverage and a bit more privacy.
Wedding Ceremony: Perfect Timing for Stunning Photos
Timing your ceremony just right can make all the difference in how your wedding day feels and looks in photos. If you choose to have your ceremony at 2 PM or later, the lighting at Ravine Vineyard’s ceremony space is really great. As the sun begins to soften, the warm, natural glow enhances every detail. The way you look at each other, the emotion in your guests’ faces, and the beautiful scenery surrounding you. As the day progresses, the lighting only gets better, creating a romantic and timeless atmosphere that feels just as amazing in the moment as it does in the photos you’ll cherish forever.
Cocktail Hour at Ravine Vineyard: The Perfect Setting to Mingle
This is an opportunity for you and your guests to mingle all throughout the bar area and the vineyards. We’re there to capture all of those candid moments of your joy as you share in laughs on your wedding day. Since cocktail hours are usually from 4 PM onward, the lighting will show you and your guests in the best light of the late afternoon to evening.
Golden Hour Wedding Photos at Ravine Vineyard.
Ravine has some gorgeous spots for sunset photos that will make your day feel that much more special as the warm glow surrounds you. I aim to pull you away from your reception for around 10 to 15 minutes max.
Your day goes by so fast and taking a few photos at sunset gives you the opportunity to take a moment to reflect on how wonderful your wedding has been, all while getting some beautiful photos. After we are done capturing these photos, I love to step back inside the reception to give you two a moment to be truly alone together. You two have spent all day swept up by the excitement and all of the love given to you by your guests, it’s time to take a moment together to celebrate what you have created together today!
Ravine Vineyard Wedding Reception: A Night of Celebration & Charm
One of the best things about hosting your reception at the Ravine Vineyard Event Centre is that you get to celebrate deep into the night without worrying about Niagara on the Lake’s noise bylaws. The venue’s incredible lighting makes every moment feel warm and intimate, ensuring that your décor details and those emotional joy filled moments look absolutely stunning in photos. With space for your guests to dance, toast, and truly soak in the magic of the night, it’s the perfect setting for an unforgettable celebration.
If you’re looking for ways to keep the energy high throughout the night, consider adding entertainment between courses especially if you’re skipping traditional speeches. A live band can set the tone with upbeat music or you can surprise your guests with a crooner serenading the room for a touch of vintage charm. These unexpected moments create an engaging dynamic atmosphere and make your wedding feel even more special and unique.
A Vineyard Wedding After Party: Late-Night Fun & Incredible Eats
Just because the formal reception ends doesn’t mean the celebration has to! One of the best parts about hosting your wedding at the Ravine Vineyard Event Centre is that you can keep the party going indoors without worrying about Niagara on the Lake’s noise bylaws. That means more music, more dancing, and more unforgettable moments with the people you love most. And when it’s time to refuel, the late-night eats like their incredible pizza and poutine are the perfect way to keep the energy high as you soak in every last second of your best day ever.
Need some more wedding Inspiration?
If you’re looking for more inspiration for what your wedding photos can look like you can click here to see stunning Jenna & Bardia’s wedding weekend that took place at 124 On Queen for the rehearsal dinner then Ravine for the wedding day.
If you’re ready to book your wedding photographer you can click here to send me a message through the contact page. You also can follow along with me and my work on Instagram.
