Palmyra, Indiana · 25 Minutes from Louisville
Thirty Six acres of open sky, where your aisle runs through the woods. Romantic. Natural. Timeless.
Your Day, Our Oaks
Highland Oaks is a Southern Indiana wedding venue set among the rolling hills and ancient oak trees of Southern Indiana. We offer a setting that feels like a secret discovery. Rustic warmth with an upscale edge, where nature does most of the decorating.
Whether you’re dreaming of a ceremony beneath open skies or an evening celebration in our elegant barn space, Highland Oaks provides the canvas for a celebration that feels authentically, beautifully yours.
- Expansive outdoor ceremony sites
- Elegant barn reception space
- Bridal & Groom suites
- 12 hour rental timeframe
- Table & plastic chair setup included
- On site coordination available
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A glimpse at what awaits you at Highland Oaks
Fall at Highland Oaks
October in our woods means golden canopies, leaf-covered aisles, and ceremony photos you can’t get anywhere else. Fall dates book early, so reach out soon if autumn is your season.
Ready to see Highland Oaks?
Tour the property, walk the grounds, picture your day. We would love to hear from you.
Common Questions About Our Southern Indiana Wedding Venue
Where is Highland Oaks located?
Highland Oaks is located at 4175 US Highway 150 in Palmyra, Indiana, about 25 minutes northwest of Louisville, Kentucky. For couples planning from across the river, here is what it looks like as a barn and outdoor wedding venue near Louisville, KY. The venue sits on 36 acres of rolling hills and ancient oak trees in Harrison County, Southern Indiana, and includes an elegant barn, a bridal cottage, and outdoor forest ceremony sites.
How many guests can Highland Oaks accommodate?
Highland Oaks accommodates weddings and events of up to 300 guests. Ceremonies take place at expansive outdoor sites beneath open skies, while receptions are hosted in the elegant barn space. The 36-acre property offers room for large celebrations as well as smaller, intimate gatherings.
What is included in a Highland Oaks wedding rental?
A Highland Oaks rental includes a 12-hour timeframe, tables and plastic chairs with setup, dressing suites for the bride and groom, expansive outdoor ceremony sites, and the elegant barn reception space. On-site coordination is available to help your day run smoothly from arrival through the final celebration.
Can I bring my own alcohol to Highland Oaks?
Outside alcohol is not permitted at Highland Oaks. All alcohol is purchased through and served by the venue, and Highland Oaks bartenders are required for any event with alcohol service. This keeps your celebration safe, properly licensed, and fully handled so you can simply enjoy your day.
When can I tour Highland Oaks?
Highland Oaks is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Tours are by appointment and take about 45 minutes, with time to walk the barn, the outdoor ceremony sites in the woods, the Bridal Cottage, and the Groom’s Barn Suite. An evening tour is a lovely way to see the reception space under the string lights. Book a tour online or call or text the venue at (502) 785-9671.
What happens if it rains on my wedding day?
Every wedding at Highland Oaks comes with a real rain plan. If the weather turns, your ceremony moves from the outdoor site into the restored barn, so the day goes on without a scramble. Many couples fall in love with both settings and plan an outdoor ceremony with a barn reception from the start, which means the backup is a space your guests would want to be in anyway. When you tour, ask to see both so you can picture each version of your day.
Can Highland Oaks host events other than weddings?
Yes. The property hosts private parties, showers, rehearsal dinners, reunions, and corporate gatherings, with the barn serving as a banquet hall in Southern Indiana for seated dinners and celebrations. Private events are quoted per event based on what you are planning, so reach out with your date and guest count. You can read more on our event venue in Southern Indiana page.
Comparing options across the state? See our barn wedding venue in Indiana page for what is included, the rain plan, and full rates. Closer to the city? Our wedding venue near Louisville, KY page covers the 25 minute drive, guest hotels, and the rain plan. You can also read about the venue in Palmyra, Indiana, how we compare to other Southern Indiana wedding venues, our forest ceremony site, and non-wedding bookings at our event venue in Southern Indiana.