Find & Book Rustic Barns for Rent in Vancouver - Perfect for Events, Filming & Photoshoots

Rustic wedding venues are a West Coast staple. If you're a Vancouver couple in search of one that stands out from the rest, you've come to the right place!

Whether you want to host an intimate wedding ceremony with a horse paddock and mountain views in the background, or a massive wedding reception in a refurbished barn, we can help make your wedding day special from start to finish.

Farm wedding venues located in Vancouver can cost a pretty penny—that's no secret. But the good news is, the Giggster app does things a little differently. We aim to connect every host with an exceptional, budget-friendly space.

The best rustic wedding venues in British Columbia are right here in Vancouver's city limits, so let's plan a gorgeous party together that will set the bar high for this year's event season.

Why Choose Giggster to Rent a Rustic Barn in Vancouver?

Trust us when we say that all barn wedding venues don’t have to look the same. Here are a few ways you can make your rustic affair stand out from the rest with us on your team:

• Put the “wild” into your wedding in the West. With equestrian stables and pastures for days, a working farm will lend your rustic theme an authentic air.

• What about a rustic barn wedding venue that’s not really a barn at all? Wood beams and barrels make for a dramatic backdrop at a beautiful venue that knows the industry inside and out. This is the best way to get that rustic feel alongside a guarantee of great service.

• Bring your rustic wedding to Vancouver’s core. A modern farmhouse offers the best of both worlds. Can’t choose? An intimate, house-party-style reception would pair perfectly with a ceremony on the ranch.

• Want something that rivals the city’s most popular rustic wedding venues? Choose a garden escape with some acreage. It may not be your typical barn wedding, but it does have brilliant blooms, a serene atmosphere, and that country charm you love so much.

• While we are reinventing the wheel, we’d be remiss not to mention some of Vancouver’s rustic music venues. Floor-to-ceiling wood, string lights, and cowboy-inspired decor set the scene, and with some country songs and kinfolk filling the room, it might be better than an actual barn.

Amazing Rustic Barn Venues in Vancouver Starting at Just $31/hour

Exceptional Variety & Quality: Stop looking at the same old, same old. Your event deserves one of our 39 unconventional rustic barn spaces in Vancouver to take it to the next level.

Hassle-Free Booking: Party planning can really take over your everyday life. With upfront information, an easy-to-navigate site, and budget-friendly prices starting at $31/hour, we give you everything you need to rent like a pro and get back to your other responsibilities.

24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: We believe you’re entitled to change your mind, which is why we’ve made a 24-hour grace period part of the Giggster promise. As long as your event is 48+ hours away when you make your booking, you can go ahead and cancel within 24 hours of confirmation without worrying about our feelings!

Platform Protections: You don’t want to burden your loved ones, or your future self, with disruptions, damage, and liability concerns when the party's over. When you opt into our protection plans, top farm wedding venues like Flexible Event Space In Stanley Park are within your reach, stress-free.

The Best Events for a Rustic Barn in Vancouver

We may be talking a whole lot about the notion of a “rustic barn wedding venue,” but these venues are highly versatile. Here are some of our favorite ways you can make them your own:

• Rustic Wedding Ceremony – Trending Wedding Theme. The rustic vibe has been a staple of the wedding industry for well over a decade at this point. A farm ceremony on a top-floor barn loft or out in the fields certainly fits the bill.

• Barn Wedding Reception – Charming Way to End the Night. Mason jars and wood beams make for a stunning backdrop for a night of dinner and dancing. End your wedding day with a party full of rustic charm.

• Birthday Parties – Unforgettable Celebrations. Hey, a rustic barn venue is suitable for intimate gatherings too! Ring in another year of life on this amazing planet at a location on the outskirts of town.

• Corporate Events – A Change in Scenery. In charge of a training session or meeting? Treat your employees to somewhere inspiring and full of fresh air, plus tons of space for team building and other activities. From holiday parties to workplace workshops, a beautiful red barn could be the perfect location.

Top Features to Look for in a Vancouver Barn Venue

While a barn venue seems like an exciting, unique space to try out for your next event, make sure it has the amenities you need for a complete and comfortable experience. Watch out for these elements:

How is the lighting? Perhaps one of the only pitfalls of barn wedding venues is that they are occasionally a little on the darker side. Search for one with ample natural light—you’ll be thankful when you get your wedding photos back from the photographer.

Does it have an outdoor space? Whether your event is fully indoor or a hybrid affair, a curated outdoor space with lounge seating and a bit of decor will help carry your ambiance throughout the venue.

Incredible mountain views are a must. The scenery surrounding Vancouver is unmatched, so you should obviously take advantage of that with a stunning skyline to admire.

Is the place accessible? Choosing a space that’s off the beaten path (also known as miles away from the downtown core) has its pros and cons. If your barn venue is a distance from local hotels, consider making it one with somewhere for guests to stay overnight.

Is the space already partially decorated? The more your venue already has going for it, the less you’ll need to do to make your barn wedding-ready. Choose a space with gorgeous decorations included to save time and money.

Things to Consider for Renting a Rustic Barn in Vancouver

A little local knowledge can go a long way when optimizing guest experience and avoiding mishaps—and this doesn’t just go for our properties. Keeping these things in mind when you hire any wedding venues in Vancouver is a wise idea:

Advantages

• The nightlife scene in Vancouver is amongst the best in Canada, if a wild night out is part of your bachelor's/bachelorette's party plans. Every wedding deserves a pre-party, don’t you think?

• Getting around the Vancouver area is pretty simple and affordable. Public transit, ferries out to Vancouver Island, walking paths, and bike lanes are all regarded as well-developed.

• Vancouver and the surrounding area are teeming with natural beauty. The rolling hills of the countryside, the ocean shores, and the majestic rocky mountains meet to paint a perfect backdrop for your special day.

Disadvantages

• The cost of living in Vancouver is the steepest in all of British Columbia, and arguably the rest of the country, and these rising prices have impacted the event industry too. Expect to exercise some savviness if you’re working with a limited budget.

• Planning to have your ceremony or reception outdoors? Rainfall in Vancouver is extremely high, so be sure to have a backup plan ready.

• Traffic is notoriously bad during rush hour and that includes peak hours on weekend nights when everyone is heading home from the bars. Know that your guests may pay high taxi fares with surge pricing and delays working against them.

Planning Your Rustic Barn Event in Vancouver

Pinterest may have all the rustic party inspiration you need, but who can help you with practical tips on planning your event? We can!

Choose Food that Fits the Mood – Ranch-style grub is the most fitting food for a rustic event, so why not treat everyone to a southern BBQ feast or traditional Sunday roast?

Make Country-Style Adjustments – Here’s the thing: a farm venue is still, at its core, a farm. This means you’ll occasionally be exposed to the elements like bugs, dirt, and wind. You may want to tailor your dress code appropriately, use sturdy “equipment” to keep your decor in place, and have some blankets and bug spray available for guests.

Speaking of Dress Code, Communicate Yours Clearly – There's nothing worse than showing up to an event and feeling like you’re severely over- or underdressed, and with a rustic event, it can be difficult to gauge what’s appropriate. Whether you’re leaning sophisticated or shabby chic, it would be courteous to let everyone know.

Figure Out Your Lighting – Barn venues tend to be on the darker side, and the countryside is pitch black after the sun sets, so you’ll need to work a little harder to ensure your space is well-lit. Edison bulbs, candles, flood lighting…whatever you choose, be sure you have lots of it and enough electricity sources too.

Saving Money on a Vancouver Barn Event

Wedding expenses can make even the wealthiest event planner cringe. Don’t let costs creep up on you and spoil your special moment! Implement these money-saving tips and breathe a sigh of relief:

Crowdsource your natural decor elements.

Tree slabs, wildflowers, jam jars...scour the marketplace and Craigslist for free listings because these are things that are always being decluttered or offloaded after a landscaping project. All else fails? Ask around your social network because you might find someone willing to share who didn’t think to offer them up!

Embrace the DIY life.

Rustic events are meant to be perfectly imperfect, so don’t be afraid to lean into some DIY projects. Chalkboard signage and hand-tied bouquets are a good place to start.

Use decor already at the farm.

A perfectly placed wall of hay bales, for example, would make for a super eye-catching backdrop or seating, and farm gates can be transformed into a focal point entryway before you walk down the aisle. Sometimes all you need is a creative eye and an unconventional approach.

Book a Rustic Barn Venue with Giggster

Whether you're looking to host a rustic wedding by the lake or a shabby chic birthday party on a true working farm, we've got the perfect venue for your special day, located in the Greater Vancouver Area. So what are you waiting for? Start making memories with Giggster today!