Costa Mesa, California
The Harper by Wedgewood Weddings Wedding Photographer
A 13,000 sq ft modern, industrial-chic all-inclusive wedding venue in Costa Mesa pairing a Mediterranean olive grove with a skylit atrium and indoor-outdoor flow.
About The Harper by Wedgewood Weddings
The Harper by Wedgewood Weddings is a modern event venue at 1618 Ohms Way in Costa Mesa, Orange County. Its 13,000 sq ft blends contemporary industrial design with a Mediterranean-inspired olive grove, and floor-to-ceiling accordion doors connect the skylit atrium reception hall to a garden courtyard for seamless indoor-outdoor celebrations.
Operated by Wedgewood Weddings, it is an all-inclusive venue offering tiered packages that bundle catering, planning, coordination, bar service, and rentals. The versatile aesthetic supports both romantic-elegant and industrial-modern styling, making it a flexible canvas for couples who want a turnkey Orange County wedding.
Location · Costa Mesa, near the 55 Freeway in Orange County
Style · Modern industrial-chic with a Mediterranean olive grove
Capacity · Up to 250 seated indoors and out
Ceremony · Olive Grove Garden (outdoor) or skylit Atrium (indoor)
Best season · Year-round; spring and fall most popular
Compiled from the venue's site, Here Comes The Guide, and The Knot. Package prices vary by date/season; ranges below are from published listings.
The complete The Harper planning guide
Capacity & spaces
Seated dinner · Up to 250 indoors or outdoors
Standing/cocktail · Up to 250 for cocktails, indoors and outdoors
Ceremony · Up to 250 indoors or outdoors
Rentable spaces
- The Atrium — skylit indoor reception hall with floor-to-ceiling accordion doors opening to the courtyard.
- Olive Grove Garden — Mediterranean-inspired outdoor ceremony and cocktail space.
- Sun Room Courtyard — outdoor garden courtyard for cocktails and mingling.
- The Sun Room — light-filled bridal getting-ready suite with garden views.
- The Library — dark-walled get-ready lounge with leather furnishings, a second prep space.
- Foyer / Lobby — arrival and gathering area.
Pricing
Peak Saturday · Rental fee up to about $7,895; packages from $98 per person
Off-peak · Rental fee from about $1,495; packages from $98 per person
What's included · All-inclusive: meal service, 5 hours event time, tables, chairs, linens, planning, day-of coordination, bartending, staff, cake cutting, and insurance
Catering & bar
Catering and alcohol are handled in-house through Wedgewood Weddings. Package tiers (Build Your Own, Classic, Premier, Elite) range from custom menus to two- and three-entree buffets, all including salads and sides. Bar options scale from no-host to top-shelf spirits by package. A 22% service charge applies.
Rules & restrictions
- Packages include five hours of event time; overtime and end-time curfews are set by contract — confirm details.
- Alcohol is served in-house; outside alcohol is not permitted.
- Amplified music is permitted both indoors and outdoors; candle/open-flame specifics should be confirmed with the venue.
Getting ready, parking & access
Getting ready space · Two suites — The Sun Room and The Library
Parking · Valet available, roughly $850-$1,100 depending on package
Load-in · Vendor load-in via the venue; coordinate with the Wedgewood team
How to book
Book a free venue tour through the Wedgewood Weddings site or by phone. Pricing is a package rate (package level times guest count, plus ceremony/venue fee, admin fee, and tax), presented as a custom proposal during your tour. Wedgewood venues can sometimes accommodate shorter booking windows than traditional venues.
Photographing The Harper
The skylit Atrium floods the reception hall with natural light, ideal for bright, airy indoor photos even midday, and the accordion doors let you blend indoor and outdoor frames. The Mediterranean olive grove is the signature backdrop — silvery foliage and greenery give a soft, romantic ceremony and portrait setting.
The two contrasting getting-ready suites are a photographer's gift: the light-filled Sun Room for bright prep shots and the dark, leather-and-moody Library for dramatic detail and portrait work. The garden courtyard works well for golden-hour couple portraits and cocktail-hour candids.
Engagement sessions at The Harper
The Harper's olive grove and modern architectural spaces make an on-brand engagement backdrop, though sessions typically require coordinating with the venue since it's a private event site.
Best time · Golden hour for warm light through the olive grove and skylights
Permit/fee · Private venue — arrange access with Wedgewood; no public permit
Standout spots · Olive Grove Garden, skylit Atrium, Sun Room, garden courtyard
Contact the Wedgewood Weddings team to arrange on-site engagement or portrait access.
What couples love
- All-inclusive packages that bundle catering, planning, and coordination
- Mediterranean olive grove paired with modern industrial design
- Skylit atrium with indoor-outdoor accordion-door flow
- Two distinct getting-ready suites (bright Sun Room, moody Library)
- Versatile styling that suits romantic-elegant or industrial-modern looks
Good to know
- Standard package covers five hours of event time; overtime costs extra
- In-house catering and bar only — no outside food or alcohol
- Valet parking runs roughly $850-$1,100 and a 22% service charge applies
- Pricing is package-based and quoted per tour, not flat-rate
- Capacity caps at 250, so very large weddings won't fit
A typical wedding day at The Harper
2:00 PM — Getting ready in the Sun Room and Library
4:00 PM — Ceremony in the Olive Grove Garden
4:30 PM — Cocktail hour in the Sun Room Courtyard
5:30 PM — Dinner and toasts in the skylit Atrium
7:30 PM — Dancing with indoor-outdoor doors open
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Harper located?
At 1618 Ohms Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, in Orange County near the 55 Freeway.
How many guests can it hold?
Up to 250 for a seated ceremony or reception, indoors or outdoors.
Is it an all-inclusive venue?
Yes, Wedgewood Weddings packages bundle catering, planning, day-of coordination, bar, rentals, and more.
What does a package include?
Meal service, 5 hours of event time, tables, chairs, linens, planning, coordination, bartending, staff, cake cutting, and insurance.
How much does it cost?
Rental fees run about $1,495 to $7,895 by date, with packages from $98 per person plus a 22% service charge; you get a custom quote on tour.
Are there indoor and outdoor options?
Yes, a skylit atrium reception hall connects to an outdoor olive-grove garden via accordion doors.
Are there getting-ready suites?
Yes, two — the light-filled Sun Room and the dark, leather-furnished Library.
Is catering in-house?
Yes, catering and alcohol are provided in-house; outside vendors are not permitted for food or drink.
Is parking available?
Valet parking is available, roughly $850-$1,100 depending on package.
Is amplified music allowed?
Yes, amplified music is permitted both indoors and outdoors.
What's the nearest airport?
John Wayne Airport (SNA) is about 10-15 minutes away.
How do we book a tour?
Book a free venue tour through the Wedgewood Weddings website or by phone.
Getting there & logistics
Address · 1618 Ohms Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Nearest airport · John Wayne Airport (SNA), about 10-15 minutes
Drive time · About 45-60 minutes from LAX; minutes from South Coast Plaza
Nearby getting-ready hotels
- The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa
- Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa Newport Beach
- Hilton Orange County / Costa Mesa
The history behind The Harper
- Operated by Wedgewood Weddings, a California-based all-inclusive wedding venue company.
- Designed as a modern industrial-chic venue with a Mediterranean-inspired olive grove.
Similar venues we love
More venues we photograph: The Westin South Coast Plaza · Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa · Hotel San Buena · Pierpont Inn.
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