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Running Mare
5 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Maidens, Virginia
Upscale farm wedding spot featuring 2 barns, a pond, a lake and cottages.
Plan your tour
- Capacity couples mention 100–100-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (804) 833-3332
- Website runningmare.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–6 PM |
The setting
“The venue was the perfect combination of rustic and water views and the day could not have been more perfect!”
“Both the bridal suite and groomsmen cottage had sufficient room for our parties, and the long horned cattle, horses, and goats were a plus for our guests!”
“The groom and his groomsmen have their own spacious retreat cottage across the lake with a large deck to enjoy the stunning views of this property.”
“The farm yard and lawn was meticulously manicured and Robyn has planted many flowers and pots, that will only get more beautiful as they continue to grow through the season.”
Amenities couples mention
“Both the bridal suite and groomsmen cottage had sufficient room for our parties, and the long horned cattle, horses, and goats were a plus for our guests!”
“The groom and his groomsmen have their own spacious retreat cottage across the lake with a large deck to enjoy the stunning views of this property.”
What couples say again and again
“My husband and I got married here at the end of September and our guests still continue to rave to us about how beautiful it was.”
“Naturally beautiful so many scenic backdrops for photos.”
“Both the bridal suite and groomsmen cottage had sufficient room for our parties, and the long horned cattle, horses, and goats were a plus for our guests!”
From the reviews
My husband and I got married at Running Mare this October. The Venue is such a wonderful hidden gem 💎 ✨️ It provided everything we could've needed or wanted. Robin and Austin, the owners, were extremely attentive, patient and flexible allowing us to come out many times before in preparation.
Running Mare Wedding Venue- What's not to love about this venue and its owners: Austin and Robyn! Our son and daughter-in-law got married at this beautiful outdoor venue in April 2019.
Just say YES! Running Mare was the ideal venue for our wedding celebration. The surroundings are picturesque during all seasons and the barns are decorated with gorgeous planters! The bridal suite is fit for a queen and made preparing for the ceremony with my ladies such a vibrant experience!
Austin & Robin were absolutely amazing to work with! We had a 2.5 year long engagement & Robin was so quick to respond every time we reached out for those 2.5 years! Austin was so hands on the weekend of our wedding and made sure everything ran smoothly.
Getting married at Running Mare
Running Mare 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 Running Mare
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Running Mare — 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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