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About La Esperanza Ranch
Based in Delco, La Esperanza Ranch works with couples planning weddings throughout Wilmington and the Cape Fear Coast, North Carolina. Couples touring this venue often compare it with nearby options such as The Barn at Rock Creek, Magnolia Greens Golf Course Weddings & Events. This profile is free to claim; verified couple reviews — never payments — determine how it ranks.
Hotels near La Esperanza Ranch
The closest places for out-of-town guests to stay around Delco, nearest first. Ask the venue which ones offer a room block.
- Holiday Inn Express Leland - Wilmington Area
- Comfort Suites at Magnolia Greens
- Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
- Tru by Hilton Leland Wilmington
Hotel data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are straight-line from the venue.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning a wedding venue in Wilmington
How much do wedding venues cost in Wilmington?
Venue pricing in Wilmington spans widely — from around $3,000 for simpler spaces to $15,000+ for full-service estates and resorts. The real number to compare is total cost: ask what's included (tables, chairs, linens, staffing) and what's required (mandated caterers, minimums, service fees).
What questions should we ask on a venue tour?
Ask about rain plans, vendor restrictions, overtime fees, when vendors can load in, what the service charge covers, and exactly when you get the space. Get the full fee schedule in writing before signing.
How does Lazo rank wedding venues in Wilmington?
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Wilmington weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in March, April, May, September, October, November. The driest months are April, October, November.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57° | 36° | 20% | 4:47 PM | 5:25 PM |
| Feb | 60° | 38° | 22% | 5:20 PM | 5:55 PM |
| Mar | 66° | 44° | 19% | 6:46 PM | 7:19 PM |
| Apr | 75° | 53° | 16% | 7:09 PM | 7:43 PM |
| May | 81° | 61° | 20% | 7:31 PM | 8:06 PM |
| Jun | 87° | 69° | 25% | 7:48 PM | 8:25 PM |
| Jul | 90° | 73° | 28% | 7:47 PM | 8:24 PM |
| Aug | 88° | 72° | 31% | 7:24 PM | 7:58 PM |
| Sep | 84° | 67° | 23% | 6:45 PM | 7:18 PM |
| Oct | 76° | 56° | 17% | 6:03 PM | 6:37 PM |
| Nov | 67° | 45° | 17% | 4:31 PM | 5:07 PM |
| Dec | 60° | 39° | 20% | 4:25 PM | 5:03 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Wilmington International Airport (3.9 mi from Wilmington). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Wilmington.
Getting to Wilmington
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| ILM Wilmington International Airport | 4 mi | 5 min |
| OAJ Albert J Ellis Airport | 46 mi | 1 hr 10 min |
| MYR Myrtle Beach International Airport | 68 mi | 1 hr 40 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Raleigh-Durham | 114 mi | 2 hr 20 min |
| Charlotte | 179 mi | 3 hr 40 min |
| Virginia Beach | 213 mi | 4 hr 20 min |
| Richmond | 231 mi | 4 hr 50 min |
Straight-line distance from central Wilmington; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 507 Big Branch Rd, Delco, NC 28436, USA
- Where
- Delco · 16 miles west of central Wilmington
- Listed under
- Wedding Venues · Wedding Caterers · Wedding Rentals
- In Wilmington
- One of 89 wedding venues we list
- Phone
- (910) 216-0607
- Website
- Visit site
From La Esperanza Ranch's website
“Book your event now at La Esperanza Ranch and enjoy Countryside Events Venue Delco for weddings and reunions.”laesperanza-ranch.com
- Services they list
- Indoor spaces, Outdoor ceremony, On-site lodging
- Capacity
- Up to 250 guests
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