Almaden Lake Amphitheater

Almaden Lake Amphitheater is a San José city park ceremony site for about 75 seated guests, with published two-hour resident and nonresident rates (about $310 or $360) plus a $60 application fee. The city describes the site as handicapped accessible and lists parking and restrooms.

Adjacent reservable picnic areas can host a separate reception after the ceremony, which keeps a park wedding from ending at the last vow. Weather plans still matter because it is outdoors.

Apply early for popular weekends, and decide whether the picnic reception is part of day-of logistics or a later meal elsewhere.