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Ballard Meadows
5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Colbert, Washington
Plan your tour
- Climate climate-controlled barn — comfortable for a July dance floor or a December ceremony
- Phone +1 509-995-3046
- Website ballardmeadows.com — most venues book tours right on their site
The setting
“Other venues of this type very often scream "let's build a rustic barn and host weddings here" and then squeeze-in all the other things people need or want as an afterthought.”
Amenities couples mention
“And the area for a DJ to set up has both a view of the ceremony area and the dance floor for the party and reception that typically follows.”
“A perfect venue who will do the tables and chairs setup for you but still has lots of opportunities to put your own style on the event!”
What couples say again and again
“The venue is absolutely gorgeous, both inside the reception area and outside in the fields for the ceremony.”
“Chris and Aubrey are so personable and went above and beyond to make sure our day went off without a hitch.”
From the reviews
Other venues of this type very often scream "let's build a rustic barn and host weddings here" and then squeeze-in all the other things people need or want as an afterthought. And it shows. Ballard Meadows is different. The owners have obviously done their research as evidenced by the layout.
I got married here September 2022 and it was wonderful! The venue owner always responds quickly to questions. There were lots of upgrades added from when we booked it in Summer 2021, like a covered extension, and more landscaping.
My husband was officiating our friends wedding and I couldn't have enjoyed a venue more! Chris and his family were warm welcoming and attentive with the whole wedding Party! The venue was beautiful and had many options for an indoor or outdoor event!
Wonderful experience an a wedding vendor (makeup artist) and first time being at this venue. Easy to follow directions with signage. The getting ready area for the bride was easy to set up in and had great lighting. The bathrooms were close by with access to sinks. My interaction with the owner was very positive.
Getting married at Ballard Meadows
Ballard Meadows comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at Ballard Meadows
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Ballard Meadows — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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