Mcfarland Living History Ranch

Guest capacity

Up to 500 seated guests

About this venue

Create the wedding or event of your dreams at McFarland Living History Ranch! This venue is a property of historic significance in south Sacramento County dating back to the ranch's founding in 1870 by businessman John McFarland. Today, McFarland Ranch is preserved and curated in its original 1800's splendor by the Galt Area Historical Society. The Ranch provides spectacular views of breathtaking beauty that serve as a dramatic backdrop for any event. The venue consists of 40 acres located adjacent to the gorgeous Cosumnes River Preserve to the west and open space and agricultural lands to the north, south and east.

Seated guest capacity

1-500

Venue type

Farms, Barns, Ranches

Venue setting

Outdoor

8899 Orr Rd PO Box 782, Galt, CA 95632

Our event spaces

South Orchard

McFarland Ranch: A large venue with intimate spaces, serving as a canvas for you to paint the perfect wedding.

McFarland Ranch is a large venue with intimate spaces. The Ranch serves as a canvas for you to paint the perfect wedding according to your vision and dreams. The venue provides you the opportunity to set up your day the way you want.

Guest capacity

Up to 500 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

Bride's Room

Comfort and privacy to prepare for your big day.

The bride's room provides comfort and privacy to get ready for your big day. Enjoy cool comfort on warm days and warmth on cool days as you and your bridal party prepare for the big moment.

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Groom's Room

The bunkhouse provides a unique groom's room experience.

The historic bunkhouse provides a perfect location for the groom and his "hands" to enjoy a respite from the rigors of the day's preparations. Whether it is a game of cards, or getting dressed and polished for the big moment, this groom's room provides space and privacy -- all in the context of a historic 1870's ranch.

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

Ceremonies

The historic mansion provides a dramatic backdrop for any ceremony or event.

Surrounded by white picket fencing the front yard of the mansion is a shaded location perfect for both intimate and larger audiences. The soothing sound of the adjacent fountain creates a memorable aesthetic.

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

Back Porch and Yard

A picturesque setting for wedding photos and cocktails.

The mansion's back porch and yard creates memorable wedding photos or is a suitable location for after ceremony cocktails while guests mingle prior to dinner and the remaining festivities. White picket fencing defines the space along with a tree planted in 1881.

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”