.One of my favorite outdoor venues, Franciscan Gardens is nestled in the heart of San Juan Capistrano (a hidden gem in OC). There's many scenic spots to take pictures in and around the venue and the staff is 24 Carrots (one of the top catering and event planning team in OC). 

Pro Tip: Uplighting is highly recommended here as if you don't have it, more than likely the venue will not turn off the string lighting for dance hour. The string lighting is pretty bright and people don't like to be seen when they are dancing so turning it off will definitely encourage more people on the dance floor! Also, having a 2nd person on the DJ team to handle the MC duties is extremely helpful here as the DJ booth is tucked away in the corner of the venue away from the dinner tables so your guests will be more connected  and engaged if the MC is front of them.