The Space
Sinkland Farms is a 125-acre working farm established in 1980 in Christiansburg, Virginia, on the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Originally a successful dairy farm, the property has been transformed by the Sink family into a family-owned agritourism destination. The property features rolling hills, verdant meadows, and carefully refined gardens. The working farm aspect remains central to the character: farm animals, seasonal crops, and active agricultural operations continue alongside events. The landscape is not a themed recreation of farm life but genuine pastoral land managed with both agricultural and hospitality purposes.
Sinkland Farms was voted Best Special Event Venue by Virginia Living magazine in 2024, recognizing both the physical setting and the operational excellence of the team. The property includes multiple event spaces set against Blue Ridge Mountain views. The Chapel Barn accommodates ceremonies, the Tuscan Pond provides a scenic ceremony setting, the Reception Barn handles dancing and dining, and five acres of refined gardens offer photo opportunities and peaceful outdoor space.
Capacity & Layout
The barn spaces and grounds accommodate wedding celebrations, family reunions, and large-scale events. Specific guest counts are not published, but the barns and acreage suggest flexibility from 50 to 300 or more depending on tent and layout choices. The multiple ceremony options (Chapel Barn or Tuscan Pond) give couples aesthetic choices. The Reception Barn provides covered space for dining and dancing. The gardens and meadows expand usable outdoor area. An air-conditioned ballroom is available for events during warm months, adding climate control to the outdoor aesthetic.
The scale is grand enough for a formal 200-guest wedding but intimate enough for smaller celebrations. The landscape and barns provide natural architectural interest without feeling cramped or overdone.
Amenities
The farm includes a honeymoon suite and manor house available for overnight stays, letting the couple and their guests remain on the grounds. Tables, chairs, and basic event infrastructure are standard to the venue rental. The barns provide shelter from weather, while maintaining outdoor character. The gardens, farm animals, and Blue Ridge views are included assets that do not require additional rental. The five acres of refined gardens offer multiple photo backdrops within the property.
Catering services and food handling are part of the venue package. The air-conditioned ballroom provides climate control for hot months without removing the event from the farm setting. Parking is on-site and complimentary. The working farm character, the mountain backdrop, and the refined gardens appeal to couples seeking authentic rural beauty with professional event infrastructure.
Location & Getting There
Christiansburg is in Montgomery County, Virginia, roughly 40 miles southwest of Roanoke and one hour north of the North Carolina border. The region sits on the rolling foothills transitioning to the Blue Ridge Mountains. The New River Valley is known for outdoor recreation, agriculture, and small-town character. The landscape is decidedly rural and agricultural, but within reasonable drive times from larger cities. Guests from Roanoke, Winston-Salem, and Charleston, West Virginia can reach the farm within two hours. The setting feels genuinely mountain and pastoral without being remote or hard to access.
The barn structures with open post and beam or partially enclosed designs allow sound to project clearly; a DJ setup benefits from the barns’ height and the surrounding outdoor space, which naturally disperses sound without requiring excessive amplification or complex audio routing.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Your price depends on your date, your area, and add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound. Pick your date on our pricing page and you will see your exact price, and just $400 reserves your date.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 retainer reserves your date.
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