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Cator Woolford Gardens
4.6 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Atlanta, Georgia
Set on a 1920s estate, this outdoor and indoor event venue includes 39 acres of old-growth forest.
Plan your tour
- Pets pet-friendly comes up in reviews — ask about having your dog in the ceremony
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (404) 377-3836
- Website catorwoolfordgardens.org — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The setting
“The historic architecture, winding staircases, and lush greenery all create a romantic, timeless atmosphere that makes every image feel like a piece of art.”
“Cator Woolford Gardens is one of my favorite locations to take photos in Atlanta!”
Amenities couples mention
What couples say again and again
“For brides wanting a setting that’s refined yet organic, Cator Woolford Gardens is truly one of Atlanta’s most stunning venues.”
“I recently photographed a bridal session here, and the gardens could not have been a more perfect backdrop.”
From the reviews
PERFECT wedding venue! I can’t say enough great things about this place. The staff was so attentive and friendly on our wedding day. Madison is excellent at her job and very accommodating. All of our guests raved about the venue. It had everything we needed and wanted.
Our wedding at Cator Woolford Gardens on April 27th was incredible! The gardens are absolutely beautiful and Madison and team took great care of us from the moment we first toured the venue. Also love that rentals support the Frazer Center. Highly recommend!
Cator Woolford Gardens is pure magic for bridal portraits. I recently photographed a bridal session here, and the gardens could not have been a more perfect backdrop.
We had our wedding here in Sep 2023 and had a fantastic experience. We unfortunately had to go to our rain plan which turned our whole day upside down, but CWG has great indoor options in addition to their outdoor areas which is a huge plus when weather is unpredictable.
Getting married at Cator Woolford Gardens
Cator Woolford Gardens 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.
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