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The Oaks Venue

5 ★★★★★ 96 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Jena, Louisiana

Weddings On-site lodging

Roomy facility, spacious outdoor area and attentive staff for weddings and events.

Plan your tour

  • Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
  • Phone +1 318-316-0601
  • Website oaksvenues.com — most venues book tours right on their site

The setting

The style of The Oaks Venue in couples' own words — pulled from their reviews and the venue's own info, not guessed from the photos.

🪵 Rustic 2 mentions

“If you’re searching for the perfect intimate and rustic style setting for your wedding, look no further than The Oaks Venue located at 296 Moffett Road in Jena, Louisiana.”

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Amenities couples mention

Amenities couples name in their reviews of The Oaks Venue — the fastest way to tell what the venue actually offers before you drive out for a tour.

🛏️ On-Site Lodging 3 mentions

“The property includes a men’s cabin for the groomsmen and additional bedrooms in the main venue for the bride and bridal party—ideal for both convenience and comfort.”

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⛰️ Scenic Views

“The views are stunning and what makes it more awesome is the owners and staff!”

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💃 Dance Floor 2 mentions

“They also provide DJ services, handling everything from the music to the lighting on the dance floor, which creates a smooth and lively atmosphere.”

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🍸 Bar Service 2 mentions

“Not mention the contacts they have when you need a last minute officiant, bartender, etc.”

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Amenity mentions are mined from reviews and the venue's own info — they tell you what couples found on the grounds, not what's included in every package. Confirm what comes with your date when you tour.

What couples say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 96 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 17 mentions

“Where do I begin, first of all the Oaks Venue is beautiful, a rustic piece of heaven in the country, a perfect place to hold the most memorable wedding!”

🤝 owners who go above & beyond 11 mentions

“The staff went above and beyond in every way and helped to make this special day everything the bride and groom had dreamed and hoped for.”

😌 stress-free planning 3 mentions

“They made my wedding day so much less stressful and took care of everything.”

📋 day-of coordination 3 mentions
💵 great value 2 mentions

“Choosing The Oaks was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding.”

From the reviews

We just celebrated our wedding on 9/14/24 At the Oaks Venue! This venue is stunning! There is indoor and out door options for ceremony and reception! We elected to do out door ceremony and indoor reception. The owners Steve and Lisa takes the stress out of everything if you let them in and help!

★★★★★ — Bethany, Sep 2024

Choosing The Oaks was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Lisa and Steve are not just venue owners, they genuinely care about the couples they work with.

★★★★★ — Frankie, Feb 2026

Where do I begin, first of all the Oaks Venue is beautiful, a rustic piece of heaven in the country, a perfect place to hold the most memorable wedding! The owners, Steve and Lisa, were always available, kind, knowledgeable and most accommodating, ready to help with anything and everything!

★★★★★ — Mary, Nov 2025

I highly recommend The Oaks Venue for weddings or any large event! My sister recently celebrated her wedding there, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. Steve and Lisa go above and beyond to ensure every detail is perfect.

★★★★★ — Braegan, Oct 2025

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Getting married at The Oaks Venue

The Oaks Venue 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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Where to find The Oaks Venue

296 Moffett Rd, Jena, LA71342

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