The Venue
A working ranch, reimagined as a private event destination — every corner built for hosting, not just holding.
From Ranch to Venue
The Ranch at Forages grew out of Forages' original grounds — long known locally for live-fire cooking and a farm-to-table kitchen. What began as a working property became, over time, a place people asked to celebrate in.
Today the venue keeps that same character: open land, mature trees, a working kitchen and a covered pavilion, all reworked to host weddings, quinceañeras, corporate events and private celebrations without losing the feeling of a real ranch rather than a rented hall.
We built the venue for hosts who want their event to feel like a destination — somewhere guests remember arriving at, not just a room they sat in.
Areas of the Venue
Each area is built for a specific part of your event — arrival, ceremony, dining, celebration and photography.
Guest Arrival
The first impression — a welcoming approach from parking to the main grounds, set for a smooth check-in for larger events.
Main Event Area
The covered pavilion — the heart of the venue for dinners, ceremonies and dancing, rain or shine.
Outdoor Celebration Area
Open grounds for cocktail hours, lawn games and daytime programming under natural light.
Dining Experience
Where the Forages farm-to-table kitchen comes to the table — plated, family-style or passed formats.
Ceremony Area
An open lawn framed by mature trees, built for ceremonies at any time of day.
Photo Opportunities
Natural backdrops across the property for portraits, golden-hour shots and candid moments.
Parking
Dedicated on-site parking for guests, with attendant service available for larger events.
Catering & Service Area
The working kitchen and staging area that keeps service moving without guests seeing the logistics.
Amenities
Covered Pavilion
Primary event structure for ceremonies, dinners and dancing.
Outdoor Ceremony Lawn
Open lawn space framed by mature trees, ideal for daytime and golden-hour ceremonies.
Working Kitchen
Full culinary operation on-site for farm-to-table catering.
Bar Service
Bar setup and staffing available as part of your beverage package.
On-Site Parking
Dedicated guest parking with attendant options for larger events.
Bridal & Prep Suite
Private space for wedding party or event host preparation.
String & Ambient Lighting
Evening lighting designed for golden-hour-through-night events.
Restroom Facilities
On-site facilities sized for full-capacity events.
Day and Evening Experience
By Day
Natural light, open pasture views and shaded pavilion seating make the grounds ideal for daytime ceremonies, corporate programming and family-friendly celebrations.
After Sunset
String lighting and ambient fixtures shift the same grounds into an evening setting built for receptions, dancing and late-night celebration.
Good to Know
- Parking
- On-site parking is available for all guests, with attendant service recommended for events over 100 guests.
- Rain Plan
- The covered pavilion serves as the standard rain plan for any outdoor-leaning event — no separate tent rental required.
- Accessibility
- Primary pathways and the main pavilion are accessible. Contact our events team ahead of your visit to plan for specific mobility needs.
Find the Ranch
Exact address and directions are shared once your tour or event date is confirmed. General service area: Southwest Ranches, Weston, Pembroke Pines and surrounding South Florida communities.
See It In Person
Photos only tell part of the story. Schedule a private tour to walk the grounds and picture your event here.