wedding celebrations | Corporate Events | Parties | Reunions

Award-winning event venue located in historic Waxahachie

Recognized by voters in both Ellis County and Arlington, The Abbey Estate offers five spacious and stunning acres, with multiple indoor and outdoor celebration spaces to suit any unique event style.

Our Signature Spaces

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Modern Farmhouse

Featuring a soaring atrium, floor-to-ceiling windows, built-in bar, candle-strewn fireplace, and elevated back porch. Ideal for guest pre and post-event socializing buffets, rehearsal dinners, and smaller indoor ceremonies. Follow the winding staircase to the upper level and enjoy a private and expansive “Bridal Suite.”

Party Barn

Featuring a Texas-styled interior with towering wood-planked ceiling, grand chandelier, built-in bar, bistro-lit outdoor deck, bonfire pit, and guest gaming area. Perfect for dinner, dancing, indoor ceremonies, or gala activities. Tucked upstairs is a relaxing “Grooms Loft.”

Outdoor Pergola & Lawn

Featuring a long and winding paved aisle, surrounded by a grove of tranquil trees, the raised and lighted Pergola is a unique stage. The breathtaking centerpiece of our wooded estate is perfect for day or nighttime ceremonies, awards, entertainment showcases, and amazing photos.

Flagstone Patio, Fountain & Gazebo

Featuring a stunning outdoor celebration expanse situated under a canopy of twinkle and bistro-lit trees! A bubbling water fountain welcomes guests to the patio which accommodates outdoor dining, dancing, cocktails, and more! The round gazebo is a cozy jewel with built-in benches and chandelier.

Love Notes

  • Saturday was a dream come true. Many people have commented on how it was the best wedding they'd ever been to! I am thankful for your expertise in making the day truly special.

    Colleen - Mother of the Bride

  • Kathryn was amazing! We did the tour and the pictures do not do it justice. Everything is so beautiful. On the day of the wedding, she was on top of everything and went above and beyond. I cannot recommend The Abbey Estate enough!!

    Yolanda (reviewed in The Knot)

  • The Quinceanera for our daughter was amazing. The Abbey Estate has many beautiful celebration spaces and a staff to help. Our friends have rented smaller venues with fewer features and paid more.

    Alex H.

  • We can’t recommend this venue enough! It was beautiful and all of the “things” that we wanted were included - not the “À la carte” you to death, like so many other venues. Five days before our wedding, my Dad passed away. Kathryn and her team were beyond understanding and went out of their way to make our day feel so magical in spite of our heavy hearts.

    Tammy & John

  • The Abbey Estate was the perfect place for my “Forever Thirty” birthday celebration! The beautiful party barn and deck, accompanied by great service made my special night truly magical.

    Laura

  • I wanted to send my thanks to Kathryn and The Abbey staff for our very detailed Planning Meeting. You all made it fun, and my wedding preparation anxiety is now significantly reduced!

    Kelly W.

  • Everything about our two-day event was perfect. We’d love to make The Abbey Estate our annual event location.

    Jack (Corporate Awards Coordinator)

  • Your crew was phenomenal! I couldn’t have asked for more. Y’all made the wedding exactly what we wanted.

    Jennifer (Mother of the Bride)

  • We appreciate everything you and your staff did for us and our families. Multiple people have told us what a beautiful wedding our children had! Everyone was impressed by the venue and the staff. We look forward to bragging about you on social media!

    Lisa & Grant

  • If I could give 6 stars, I would! Kathryn is truly amazing and made this a stress-free afternoon for us. The Abbey Estate staff treated our family with sincerity and professionalism, and they worked above and beyond our expectations. Hands down, when we hold another event, it will be at The Abbey Estate!

    David C. - father of the bride

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