What better way to get a sense of a venue than attending a venue open day to see it all done up? Tour these Scottish wedding spaces, speak to the wedding team and suppliers and let the planning begin
Citation in Glasgow holds regular wedding events throughout the year (Photo: John Clark Photos)
There are lots of wedding venues to choose from in Scotland, but it's hard to know which place is right for you until you visit in person and start to picture how your wedding could look.
A venue open day is the perfect opportunity to get a feel for a space and the wedding team, so you can narrow down the right place to get married.
What is a venue open day?
While you can book appointments to get a tour of wedding venues throughout the year, an open day is a more informal way to go along and see the venue in person.
Typically the wedding spaces will be dressed to show off how they could look on your wedding day and you'll also get the chance to speak to their wedding team and ask any questions you have.
What to expect from a venue open day?
You'll likely get a guided tour of the venue along with some other visitors, and there might be some areas you can wander through at your own pace.
This is a great opportunity to ask lots of questions about prices, availability packages and what's included when booking the venue.
Venues will sometimes have their favoured suppliers there as well, so you can start to plan even more of your wedding.
Tips for attending a venue open day
Have an idea of what you're looking for before you go. Think about your guestlist size and any must-haves for the venue, such having accommodation, being exclusive use, or being accessible.
Pick up any brochures they have so you'll be able to refer back to prices and other numbers that you might forget. Make notes while you're there so you remember any little details, things you liked and the answers to your questions.
Check ahead of the event if you need to buy/reserve a ticket, register your interest, or if you can just turn up on the day.
Scottish venues having wedding open days in 2026
February
Wedding Showcase at Norwood Hall
When: Sunday 15th February, 9am–12pm
Where: Norwood Hall Hotel, Garthdee Road, AB15 9FX, Aberdeenshire
Norwood Hall opens its doors for a daytime Wedding Showcase, ideal for couples looking to explore the venue in more detail.
Discover the character-filled spaces, chat through your plans with the team and picture how your wedding day could unfold within this elegant Aberdeenshire setting.
Free entry – no registration required
Photo: J Dyer Photography
Elite Band Showcase at Norwood Hall
When: Thursday 19th February
Where: Norwood Hall Hotel, Garthdee Road, AB15 9FX, Aberdeenshire
If live music is high on your priority list, Norwood Hall’s Elite Band Showcase is not to be missed.
Meet talented performers, explore entertainment options and find the perfect soundtrack for your celebration in a relaxed and welcoming venue setting.
Free entry – register here
Photo: J Dyer Photography
Ingliston Estate & Country Club Wedding Open Day
When: Saturday 21st February, 12pm–4pm
Where: Ingliston Estate & Country Club, Old Greenock Road, Bishopton, PA7 5PA
Join the Ingliston Estate & Country Club team this February see what it means to bring your dream wedding together at the Glasgow venue.
Meet the venue's expert wedding coordinators, chat with trusted suppliers and explore the grounds while enjoying a welcome glass of fizz and delicious circulating canapés.
Photo: Natalie Holt Photography
Busby Hotel Viewing Day
When: Saturday 21st February
Where: Busby Hotel, Field Road, Clarkston, Glasgow G76 8RX
Take a private tour of The Busby with the experienced wedding team.
Explore the ceremony and reception spaces, and chat through your plans in a relaxed setting.
Free entry – book to attend
Brisbane House Viewing Day
When: Sunday 22nd February
Where: Brisbane House Hotel, 14 Greenock Rd, Largs, KA30 8NE
Whether you're planning a wedding, party or other special celebration, the Largs venue's incredible event spaces and beautiful bedrooms will be available to view.
Enjoy complimentary canapés, refreshing drinks, and a warm welcome from the friendly team. Brisbane House's bar and terrace will also be open for the day.
Free entry – find more information here
Torrance Hotel Viewing Day
When: Sunday 22nd February
Where: Torrance Hotel, 135 Main Street, East Kilbride G74 4LN
Tour Torrance Hotel at a private appointment with the wedding team.
See the venue styled, ask questions, and picture your celebration in this chic setting.
Free entry – book to attend
Photo: Forza Photography
Wedding Fair at Norwood Hall
When: Sunday 22nd February, 12pm–3pm
Where: Norwood Hall Hotel, Garthdee Road, AB15 9FX, Aberdeenshire
Norwood Hall Hotel’s Wedding Fair brings together over 20 wedding suppliers for a relaxed afternoon of inspiration.
No appointment is needed – simply turn up, browse, chat and start ticking items off your planning list while exploring the venue.
Free entry
Photo: J Dyer Photography
Wedding Fair at The Waterside Hotel
When: Sunday 22nd February, 12pm–3pm
Where: The Waterside Hotel, Ardrossan Road, West Kilbride, KA23 9NG, Ayrshire
Dreaming of a coastal wedding? Visit The Waterside’s Wedding Fair to explore its ceremony and reception spaces and meet a curated selection of local suppliers.
On the day, couples can view the new outdoor wedding bandstand overlooking the Firth of Clyde and Arran, tour the refurbished Kyle Suite and Ailsa Lounge, and chat with the venue’s events team.
Free entry – reserve a spot
Wedding Showcase at Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
When: Sunday 22nd February, arrival at 12pm or 2pm
Where: Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, 11 Queen Street, Edinburgh EH2 1JQ
Visit the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh this February for the special opportunity to meet the friendly wedding team, chat with trusted caterers Pinkertons and Saltire, enjoy light refreshments and canapés, and connect with talented local suppliers.
Whether you’re just starting out or have already booked, this showcase offers inspiration and the chance to explore the venue’s beautiful spaces.
Free entry – spaces are limited and booking is required
For wedding breakfasts, the Great Hall is again able to cater for up to 150 – with room for an additional 30 evening guests (Photo: Melody Joy Co.)
The Crichton Wedding Fayre
When: Sunday 22nd February, 12pm–3pm
Where: Easterbrook Hall, The Crichton, Dumfries, DG1 4TA
Attend The Crichton Wedding Fayre for a look round Easterbrook Hall and Crichton Memorial Church and the opportunity to speak to a range of suppliers – from officiants and photographers to dresses and kilts, music, cakes and more.
The venue team will also be on hand to answer any questions that may arise.
Free entry – reserve a spot
Photo: Duncan Ireland Photography
Wedding Fayre at Culdees Castle Estate
When: Sunday 22nd February, 12pm–4pm
Where: Culdees Castle Estate, Muthill, Perth and Kinross, PH5 2BA
Engaged couples are invited to explore Culdees Castle Estate, touring its beautiful ceremony and reception spaces to get a real feel for the atmosphere of a wedding day.
Meet the dedicated wedding team and a selection of local suppliers, ask questions, gather inspiration and begin shaping your plans in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
Free entry – register your attendance here
Brisbane House Viewing Day
When: Saturday 28th February
Where: Brisbane House Hotel, 14 Greenock Rd, Largs, KA30 8NE
Whether you're planning a wedding, party or other special celebration, the Largs venue's incredible event spaces and beautiful bedrooms will be available to view.
Enjoy complimentary canapés, refreshing drinks, and a warm welcome from the friendly team. Brisbane House's bar and terrace will also be open for the day.
Free entry – find more information here
Torrance Hotel Viewing Day
When: Saturday 28th February
Where: Torrance Hotel, 135 Main Street, East Kilbride G74 4LN
Tour Torrance Hotel at a private appointment with the wedding team.
See the venue styled, ask questions, and picture your celebration in this chic setting.
Free entry – book to attend
Photo: Forza Photography
March
Wedding Open Day at Marine North Berwick
When: Sunday 1st March, 12pm–4pm
Where: Marine North Berwick, 18 Cromwell Road, North Berwick, EH39 4LZ
Marine North Berwick invites couples to step inside and experience the hotel set as it could be on their wedding day. The venue will be fully dressed for the occasion, helping you picture everything from ceremony to celebration, with the coast as your backdrop.
Meet the wedding team and a curated selection of trusted local suppliers, all on hand to offer inspiration and guide you through the possibilities for your big day.
Free entry – register here
(Photo: Boz Gagovski)
Wedding Open Day at Edinburgh City Chambers
When: Sunday 1st March, 11am–2pm
Where: Edinburgh City Chambers, 253 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1YP
Edinburgh City Chambers invites couples to its Wedding Open Day this March, offering the chance to explore the historic venue and gather inspiration for your special day.
Discover the beautiful ceremony spaces, meet a range of trusted suppliers – from photographers and wedding cars to celebrants – and enjoy canapés while chatting with the team about your plans.
Free entry – register here
(Photo: Jennifer Glen Photography)
Wedding Fair at The Gailes Hotel
When: Sunday 1st March, 12pm–3pm
Where: The Gailes Hotel & Spa, Marine Drive, Irvine, KA11 5AE
Newly engaged and looking for a wedding venue in Ayrshire? Visit The Gailes Hotel’s Wedding Fair this March.
Couples can explore the wedding pavilion, rooftop conservatory and Lagavulin Suite, while meeting the hotel’s recommended suppliers – including photographers, florists, entertainers and jewellers – all in one place.
Free entry – register here
Wedding Showcase at Riddle’s Court
When: Sunday 1st March, 11am–3pm
Where: Riddle’s Court, 322 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PG
Riddle’s Court welcomes couples to its annual wedding showcase this March. Located just off the Royal Mile, the beautifully restored 16th-century venue will be dressed for the occasion.
Couples are invited to explore the historic spaces, meet a handpicked selection of local suppliers, ask questions and enjoy a glass of fizz while gathering inspiration for a character-filled city celebration.
Free entry – book your ticket here
Photo: Danielle Watt
Wedding Open Day at The Collector’s Hall
When: Sunday 1st March, 12pm–4pm
Where: The Collector’s Hall, 266 George Street, Glasgow, G1 1QX
The Collector’s Hall opens its doors this March for a Wedding Open Day, offering couples the chance to experience the venue exactly as it would feel on a wedding day.
Explore the venue’s beautiful spaces, meet the team and discover the range of possibilities – from intimate celebrations to all-out wedding days.
Whether you’re early in your planning or refining the final details, this open day is designed to help couples envision their perfect celebration.
Free entry – reserve your spot now
Photo: Paul Campbell/Collector's Hall
The BIG Òran Mór Wedding Show
When: Sunday 1st March, 11am–4pm
Where: Òran Mór, Top of Byres Road, Glasgow G12 8QX
Planning your big day? Don’t miss The BIG Òran Mór Wedding Show.
Enjoy live music, food and drink tastings, and meet some of Scotland’s top suppliers inside one of Glasgow’s most iconic venues.
Explore the dramatic interiors styled for a wedding, chat with award-winning coordinator Barry Shaw, and toast your planning with a glass of fizz.
Photo: Mark Wild
Wedding Showcase at Archerfield
When: Sunday 8th March 2026, 1pm–4pm
Where: Archerfield, Golf Green, Dirleton, East Lothian, EH39 5HU
Archerfield hosts its only wedding showcase of the year this March, offering couples a unique opportunity to explore two luxury wedding venues in one visit.
Discover the grandeur of Archerfield House and the relaxed coastal elegance of The Waterfront, both beautifully dressed for a wedding celebration. Floral installations, styled ceremony settings and elegant dining spaces will help couples picture how their day could unfold, from ceremony through to dancing, all set against the estate’s stunning natural backdrop.
Free entry – register here
Photo: Ryan White Photography
Spring Wedding Showcase at Ardoch Loch Lomond
When: Sunday 8th March, 10am–5pm
Where: Ardoch Loch Lomond, Gartocharn, Alexandria, G83 8ND
Ardoch Loch Lomond invites couples to its Spring Wedding Showcase, set on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond.
Meet the friendly team, connect with suppliers, enjoy canapés from Regis Banqueting and take in the stunning views while imagining your wedding day. A glass of bubbles awaits, and all proceeds from the event go directly to Children’s Hospices Across Scotland.
Tickets are £6.13 per person with £5 going to CHAS (the remaining £1.13 is Eventbrite's booking fee) – book here
Ardoch’s floor-to-ceiling windows fill the interior with light and bring the great outdoors in
Atholl Palace Hotel Wedding Fair
When: Sunday 22nd March, 11am–4pm
Where: Atholl Palace Hotel, Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH16 5LX
Meet over 30 handpicked local wedding suppliers as you explore Atholl Palace Hotel’s beautifully styled spaces, each set up to help you picture your own Highland wedding celebration.
Couples can enjoy a welcome glass of fizz, complimentary canapés, free goodies, live music throughout the day as well as an inspirational bridal fashion show and a programme of special showcases.
Atholl Palace Hotel is also currently offering a discount of 26% off 2026 wedding bookings.
Free entry – register here for your ticket
Photo: Ariana Cruz
Wedding Showcase at Norton House Hotel & Spa
When: Thursday 26th March
Where: Norton House Hotel & Spa, Harvest Rd, Newbridge EH28 8LX
Norton House Hotel & Spa invites couples to its Wedding Showcase this March.
Enjoy scenic venue tours, supplier inspiration and the chance to meet the wedding team while exploring how your day could unfold within this elegant countryside setting.
Cairngorm Wedding Fair
When: Sunday 29th March, 11am–3pm
Where: Muckrach Country House, Dulnain Bridge, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3LY
Planning your dream wedding or just looking for fresh inspiration? Don’t miss the Cairngorm Wedding Fair 2026.
Meet talented local suppliers, browse stunning displays and get expert advice to help shape your big day. Enjoy fizz and canapés on arrival before taking in the bridal showcase, where the latest trends will be brought to life on the catwalk.
Free entry – reserve your space
Wedding Fair at Dunkeld House Hotel
When: Sunday 29th March, 12pm–4pm
Where: Dunkeld House Hotel, Blairgowrie Road, Dunkeld PH8 0HX
Dunkeld House Hotel invites couples to its Wedding Fair this March.
Meet the team, explore the venue and gather inspiration for your wedding day in a relaxed setting.
Free entry – reserve your space
Photo: Eilidh Sutherland Photography
