Why More Couples from Los Angeles and Bakersfield Are Choosing Tehachapi for Their Wedding Day
For many engaged couples in Los Angeles and Bakersfield, finding the perfect wedding venue means striking the right balance of beauty, affordability, and guest comfort. While local options in both cities can be pricey, crowded, or limited in scenery, more and more couples are discovering the charm of a destination-style wedding—right here in Tehachapi, CA.
At Mirabelle Estate, we’re seeing a growing number of couples make the drive from Los Angeles and Bakersfield for a cooler, more scenic, and surprisingly cost-effective celebration. Here's why it’s worth the trip.
The Weather: Cooler Temperatures, Happier Guests
Let’s be honest—Los Angeles and Bakersfield weddings can get hot. With summer temperatures soaring past 90° (and sometimes 100°), outdoor weddings often mean wilting flowers, uncomfortable guests, and melting makeup.
Tehachapi, on the other hand, sits at a higher elevation and enjoys a cooler, more temperate climate—even in the summer months.
Spring and summer weddings are breezy and comfortable
Fall weddings are crisp and golden-hour perfect
Your florals, food, and guests all stay fresher longer
Weather is often overlooked in the planning process, but it impacts everything. Tehachapi’s climate is a game-changer for anyone wanting a memorable outdoor ceremony.
The Scenery: Mountains, Meadows & Open Space
If you’ve toured wedding venues around Los Angeles or Bakersfield, you may have noticed a trend: urban settings, limited greenery, and lots of concrete.
Tehachapi offers a completely different backdrop—rolling hills, towering pines, and panoramic mountain views. At Mirabelle Estate, we sit on 19 private acres of secluded land, surrounded by meadows and pastures. Our ceremony site and reception areas are built to highlight natural beauty, meaning you don’t have to over-decorate to get breathtaking results.
The Drive: A Relaxing Getaway Without a Flight
Tehachapi is just:
45–60 minutes from Bakersfield
Under 2.5 hours from Los Angeles
That makes Mirabelle Estate the perfect affordable destination wedding venue near Los Angeles. It’s close enough to be convenient but far enough to feel like an escape. We also offer onsite accommodations for the couple, and our team is happy to recommend local lodging and weekend activities for your guests.
Final Thoughts: A Wedding Worth the Drive
When you compare cost, setting, and guest experience, it's easy to see why couples from Los Angeles and Bakersfield are choosing Tehachapi for their weddings. Mirabelle Estate combines the feel of a destination venue with affordable all-inclusive packages, personalized planning, and a naturally stunning location that truly feels like a retreat.
Planning from Los Angeles? You don’t need a passport or plane ticket to have a mountain-view wedding. You just need a weekend—and a venue that makes it feel effortless.
Download our pricing guide or schedule an in-person tour to explore your options.
