Description
After a scenic ride in Thornton and down the magical country lane surrounded by scenic Ontario landscapes, you'll reach Ivy Ridge, a romantic and rustic wedding venue. The venue offers outdoor wedding ceremonies on the lovely grounds, the elegantly refurbished historic barn for the reception and a range of functional amenities to ensure a successful wedding day.
Ivy Ridge also hosts cocktail hour and provides all food and beverages for your wedding day, through different wedding packages.
Another perk of this multi-faceted wedding venue is an abundance of photo opportunities, with delightful landscapes and rustic facilities as the backdrop.
Wedding Ceremony & Cocktail Hour at Ivy Ridge
Say I do at a special Ivy Ridge wedding pavilion, built high up and crafted from the same beautiful wood as the barn, for an enchanting and intimate experience.
After the ceremony, guests will enjoy a walk on a gorgeous stone walkway to the garden. Covered verandahs and woodland terraces are beautiful alfresco sites for drinks and finger food service.
There is also a grain bin bar, and the option to include signature cocktails and refreshments of your choice. The culinary team will prepare hors d'oeuvres to tantalize the taste buds before the lavish dinner. Seating for the guests is set around to enhance mingling and provide rest.
One-of-a-Kind Reception at Ivy Ridge
Heritage barn at Ivy Ridge features washroom facilities, loft space for extra seating, a lounge overlooking the main floor, vaulted ceilings and distinctive chandeliers.
It hosts 200 guests for a seated dinner. The wedding menu is curated according to your dietary needs.
Schedule a site viewing at Ivy Ridge and discuss details and wedding costs.
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Reviews (15)
- NNorth Story Photography12/11/2025Ivy Ridge is a photographer's dream. Ivy Ridge is a photographer's dream.Its rustic charm and beautiful nature setting creates the perfect backdrop for capturing beautiful moments. Warm wood tones and high ceilings of the barn provide a cozy yet elegant atmosphere, making every shot feel intimate and timeless. The property is expansive and well-maintained, offering a variety of stunning locations for both posed and candid photos. Whether it’s the sweeping fields, the charming patio area, or the serene fire pit, every corner of Ivy Ridge has something unique to offer.Its rustic charm and beautiful nature setting creates the perfect backdrop for capturing beautiful moments. Warm wood tones and high ceilings of the barn provide a cozy yet elegant atmosphere, making every shot feel intimate and timeless. The property is expansive and well-maintained, offering a variety of stunning locations for both posed and candid photos. Whether it’s the sweeping fields, the charming patio area, or the serene fire pit, every corner of Ivy Ridge has something unique to offer.
- RRebekah & Noah12/11/2025Couldn't be Happier!Couldn't be Happier!We could not have been happier with Ivy Ridge as our wedding venue. Our wedding day was an absolute dream. To start, the venue is absolutely stunning. The ceremony location is idyllic; it feels like you are in the middle of a forest.The cocktail hour space is also beautiful and feels like it was designed so intentionally for the guest experience with lots of seating areas, a fire pit, and covered spaces in case of rain. The barn is also amazing with a spectacular view of the surrounding fields. We could not have been happier with Ivy Ridge as our wedding venue. Our wedding day was an absolute dream. To start, the venue is absolutely stunning. The ceremony location is idyllic; it feels like you are in the middle of a forest.The cocktail hour space is also beautiful and feels like it was designed so intentionally for the guest experience with lots of seating areas, a fire pit, and covered spaces in case of rain. The barn is also amazing with a spectacular view of the surrounding fields.
- RRaechel & Chris12/11/2025Thank you for Making our Dreams Come True Thank you for Making our Dreams Come TrueHow do I begin to start.... We are so incredibly grateful for the entire Ivy Ridge team. Since the moment we stepped foot on the property, we knew it was the one for us. They are a one stop shop, cutting out alot of the stress during the planning process! You get to work with an amazing catering team at Cravings that are just as organized and serves a delicious meal. The venue itself is breathtaking with all the landscaping and outdoor place, they keep everything so clean and well manicured. How do I begin to start.... We are so incredibly grateful for the entire Ivy Ridge team. Since the moment we stepped foot on the property, we knew it was the one for us. They are a one stop shop, cutting out alot of the stress during the planning process! You get to work with an amazing catering team at Cravings that are just as organized and serves a delicious meal. The venue itself is breathtaking with all the landscaping and outdoor place, they keep everything so clean and well manicured.
- AAneta12/11/2025Happy Parents!Happy Parents!Only if there was a 10 star rating...🤍 The place, the staff... absolutely amazing! Most attentive, detail oriented, accommodating, pleasant and polite group of people you can ask for! They truly made us feel like a family! The venue is GORGEOUS! Extremely well kept! Clean! Fresh! If you are looking for a wedding venue, look no more!Only if there was a 10 star rating...🤍 The place, the staff... absolutely amazing! Most attentive, detail oriented, accommodating, pleasant and polite group of people you can ask for! They truly made us feel like a family! The venue is GORGEOUS! Extremely well kept! Clean! Fresh! If you are looking for a wedding venue, look no more!
- JJesse & Brandon - Bows & Lavendar12/11/2025Photographers DreamPhotographers DreamAs photographers that shoot all over Canada and internationally, we have been around and experienced some very unique places. Ivy ridge is one of those spaces. There is so much magic and care put into this place, you can feel it. All of the rustic touches are done so tastefully, and the barn takes your breath away. You can tell there is so much heart in the space put in by the owners and staff and we were delighted to experience and capture one of our couples hereAs photographers that shoot all over Canada and internationally, we have been around and experienced some very unique places. Ivy ridge is one of those spaces. There is so much magic and care put into this place, you can feel it. All of the rustic touches are done so tastefully, and the barn takes your breath away. You can tell there is so much heart in the space put in by the owners and staff and we were delighted to experience and capture one of our couples here
- MMorgan & Alex12/11/2025Incredible Team!Incredible Team!Jessica, Jasmine, Kendra and all the staff at Ivy Ridge & Cravings Catering, we wanted to thank you so much for your hard work and dedication to making our wedding day unforgettable. Ivy Ridge is an absolutely beautiful venue and everyone working there made sure our wedding day was perfect! I would highly recommend Ivy Ridge to anyone looking to tie the knot! Jessica, Jasmine, Kendra and all the staff at Ivy Ridge & Cravings Catering, we wanted to thank you so much for your hard work and dedication to making our wedding day unforgettable. Ivy Ridge is an absolutely beautiful venue and everyone working there made sure our wedding day was perfect! I would highly recommend Ivy Ridge to anyone looking to tie the knot!
- TTaylor & Connor12/11/2025The Perfect October WeddingThe Perfect October WeddingIvy Ridge was the perfect spot for our wedding this October. Everything about the venue was perfect. From the rustic barn to the perfectly landscaped grounds and excellent staff. Jasmine helped us over the two years leading up to the wedding coordinating everything and making sure our day ran perfectly. Cravings fine foods made the most delicious meals. We could not have asked for a better day. Highly recommend this as a wedding venue!Ivy Ridge was the perfect spot for our wedding this October. Everything about the venue was perfect. From the rustic barn to the perfectly landscaped grounds and excellent staff. Jasmine helped us over the two years leading up to the wedding coordinating everything and making sure our day ran perfectly. Cravings fine foods made the most delicious meals. We could not have asked for a better day. Highly recommend this as a wedding venue!
- PPaul Partridge16/08/2024The Perfect Wedding VenueThe Perfect Wedding VenueThis place is the nicest wedding venue in the area.This place is the nicest wedding venue in the area.
- RRobynn C16/08/2024Enchanting Venue, Caring Staff, Flawless WeddingEnchanting Venue, Caring Staff, Flawless WeddingBeautiful place. Very friendly staff that obviously love their job. The wedding was perfectBeautiful place. Very friendly staff that obviously love their job. The wedding was perfect
- SShawna McKenzie16/08/2024Magic at The Manor: Unforgettable Wedding VenueMagic at The Manor: Unforgettable Wedding VenueWorked a wedding reception and this venue is incredible! Words can't describe the experience!Worked a wedding reception and this venue is incredible! Words can't describe the experience!
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Where is Ivy Ridge Weddings & Events located?
Ivy Ridge Weddings & Events is situated in Thornton, Ontario. The venue offers a scenic location accessible by a charming country lane surrounded by beautiful Ontario landscapes.
What types of wedding ceremonies can Ivy Ridge accommodate?
Ivy Ridge features a special wedding pavilion crafted from the same beautiful wood as the historic barn, offering an enchanting and intimate outdoor wedding ceremony experience on the lovely grounds.
Does Ivy Ridge offer spaces for the cocktail hour?
Yes, after the ceremony, guests can enjoy cocktail hour on covered verandahs and woodland terraces. These alfresco sites provide a beautiful setting for drinks and finger food service.
What reception facilities are available at Ivy Ridge?
The venue boasts an elegantly refurbished historic barn featuring vaulted ceilings, distinctive chandeliers, washroom facilities, loft space for extra seating, and a lounge overlooking the main floor. It can host up to 200 guests for a seated dinner.
Does Ivy Ridge provide catering services for weddings?
Yes, Ivy Ridge provides all food and beverages for your wedding day through various wedding packages. Their culinary team prepares hors d'oeuvres and a lavish dinner menu tailored to your dietary needs.
Are there unique photo opportunities at Ivy Ridge?
Absolutely. The venue’s delightful landscapes and rustic facilities serve as beautiful backdrops, providing an abundance of one-of-a-kind photo opportunities to capture your wedding day memories.
Is there customized menu accommodation for dietary restrictions?
Yes, Ivy Ridge curates the wedding menu according to your dietary needs to ensure all guests enjoy the celebration.
How many guests can Ivy Ridge accommodate for a wedding reception?
The heritage barn at Ivy Ridge can comfortably host up to 200 guests for a seated wedding dinner, making it an ideal choice for both intimate and larger celebrations.
Can we schedule a site visit to Ivy Ridge before booking?
Yes, couples are encouraged to schedule a site viewing to explore the venue, discuss details, and review wedding costs with the team at Ivy Ridge.
What unique features make Ivy Ridge a romantic wedding venue?
Ivy Ridge offers a romantic and rustic atmosphere highlighted by its historic barn, a charming wedding pavilion, scenic Ontario landscapes, a grain bin bar, and beautiful outdoor terraces that combine to create a magical wedding experience.
