New York City’s Top 50 Gorgeous Wedding Venues [2023]
Let’s start by saying congratulations on your engagement!
It’s a thrilling time for you and your fiancé as you join your lives together as one.
With that excitement often comes the feeling of being overwhelmed with the planning process.
There are many different things to plan, including the dress, venue, and music, just to name a few. Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and you’ll want everything to be perfect.
Check out our Editor’s Choice list of top wedding venues in New York City to help your search and reduce some of that stress you may be feeling.
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Wedding Venues In New York City
- Swan Club On The Harbor
- Terrace On The Park
- Brooklyn Winery
- Deity Events & Weddings
- Celebrate at Snug Harbor
- MyMoon
- The Foundry
- VIP Country Club
- Marina del Rey
- Sand Castle
- Leonard's Palazzo
- Westbury Manor
- Renaissance Event Hall
- The Liberty Warehouse
- 501 Union
- The Green Building
- The Village Club At Lake Success
- The Vanderbilt South Beach
- Da Mikele Illagio
- Dobbin St
Swan Club On The Harbor is located in historic Roslyn, New York, just 40 minutes outside of Manhattan. Conveniently located and gorgeously decorated, the Swan Club On The Harbor features picturesque waterfront views, gazebos, gardens, and rolling greenery on the estate property. Event spaces include a ceremony pavilion, two outdoor spaces, the Camelot and Contessa Ballrooms, and the Garden Room, each boasting stunning vistas of the property and the water. The Swan Club On The Harbor even boasts a chapel perfect for ceremonies, flooded with natural light, as well as alfresco areas for ceremonies on seven acres of gardens with waterways, bridges, and fountains.
Address: 90 Glenwood Rd, Roslyn, NY 11576
Phone: (516) 621-7600
Guest Capacity: 250 or more guests
Venue Type: Ballroom, Waterfront
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Contact : Pat
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Overlooking Flushing Meadows Park right in the center of Queens, Terrace On The Park is a legendary New York City spot that will make for a memorable wedding venue. Terrace On The Park can host ceremonies in a private chapel or in the client’s choice of four outdoor venues, including a rooftop pergola or any one of three private gardens. A penthouse and rooftop can accommodate up to 280 guests, with 360-degree views of the Manhattan skyline, a private bridal suite, kitchen space, and more. In-house catering is offered at Terrace On the Park.
Address: 52-11 111th St, Corona, NY 11368
Phone: (718) 592-5000
Guest Capacity: From 50 to 900
Venue Type: Banquet Hall, Rooftop, Penthouse, Luxury
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Contact : Bruno Marques
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Located in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, weddings at Brooklyn Winery will be unquestionably elegant. A chic backdrop for modern couples, the spaces feature a living greenery wall, sophisticated yet romantic design touches, and plenty of customizability for discerning couples. The event space at Brooklyn Winery is rustic yet refined, perfect for a wedding celebration of up to 175 guests. Weddings held in their large main space (known as The Atrium) overlook the winery’s barrel room, and with 3,500 total square feet of event space, Brooklyn Winery is the ideal venue for a wedding or vow renewal.
Address: 61 Guernsey St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Phone: (347) 763-1506
Guest Capacity: Up to 175 guests
Venue Type: Winery, Small
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Contact : Brian Leventhal
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Deity Events & Weddings is a wedding venue located in Downtown Brooklyn, offering an array of indoor and outdoor event spaces that will match the sheer luxury and romance of wedding festivities. The Lounge space offers 1,150 square feet of event space for up to 60 seated guests or 200 standing guests; the Loft space offers 1,725 square feet of space for up to 150 seated guests with twinkle lights and a chiffon light curtain backdrop; the Cellar & Dance Floor space offers 1,150 square feet of space with a crystal chandelier, wedding cake display, gilded mirror, disco ball, DJ booth, and much more; lastly, the Rooftop space is 850 square feet and offers an in-ground jacuzzi and lounge seating, rounding out the experience at Deity Events & Weddings.
Address: 368 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Phone: (718) 222-3692
Guest Capacity: From 50 to 200 guests
Venue Type: Rustic, Small
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Contact : Caio
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Celebrate at Snug Harbor is a wedding venue based in Staten Island, with incredibly elegant facilities and a spacious interior and exterior event space. The Great Hall Ballroom can house up to 350 guests for a wedding, where loved ones will be awed and amazed by the Palladian windows, nuanced wood design, and antique fireplaces. The Tented Pavilion is also available for rental, accommodating up to 200 seated guests and overlooking the Chinese Scholars Garden. The Chinese Scholar’s Garden and the Tuscan Garden can also be rented for events, making Celebrate at Snug Harbor a flexible and multifaceted event space that can serve many different functions.
Address: 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301
Phone: (718) 422-2700
Guest Capacity: Up to 350 guests
Venue Type: Botanical Garden, Ballroom
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Contact : Lindsey Rimassa
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MyMoon was founded in 2005 as a restaurant and event venue, today serving as one of the most luxurious wedding venues in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. With a track record of excellence when it comes to planning, coordinating, and executing wedding celebrations, MyMoon offers a courtyard garden for ceremonies of up to 160 guests in a space with a retractable roof, glass walls, and gorgeous vistas; additionally, MyMoon hosts a 19th century boiler room with reclaimed wooden floors, 20-foot ceilings, and a private garden for up to 166 seated dinner guests or 250 guests for a cocktail-style reception. For receptions, guests can use the outdoor ceremony deck and the indoor event space, with options for full-service packages, family style packages, or cocktail-style packages.
Address: 184 N 10th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Phone: (718) 599-7007
Guest Capacity: Seated Dinner Reception Up to 166 Guests; Cocktail Reception up 180 to 200 guests indoors; Outdoor Ceremony Deck will comfortably seat up to 160 guests maximum
Venue Type: Outdoor Dining, Restaurant
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Contact : Lee
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Lee
The Foundry is located in Long Island City, a rapidly developing area of Queens just across the water from Manhattan. The Foundry offers several dedicated event spaces, including the ground floor and mezzanine, the courtyard with an option for a tent, the kitchen including three devoted staff members on site, the Terrace, the Greenhouse, the Albra Room, and the Pool Room. The Courtyard can accommodate up to 180 guests, the Greenhouse can host up to 120 guests, the Albra Room can host up to 90 guests, and the rest of the spaces have similar accommodations. Each event space is uniquely beautiful, with exposed brick features, white walls, views of the skyline and the bridges, and more.
Address: 42-38 9th St, Queens, NY 11101
Phone: (718) 786-7776
Guest Capacity: Maximum capacity is 180 guests
Venue Type: Industrial-style, Indoor and Outdoor
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Contact : Angela Ortiz
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VIP Country Club is located along the Long Island Sound in New Rochelle, just north of New York City, and at this sophisticated wedding venue, devoted staff members work hard to ensure that every single guest has the time of their lives. Waterfront weddings at VIP Country Club can be hosted right along the waterside, a perfect setting for ceremonies and photo shoots during cocktail hour. Indian weddings and kosher weddings can also be accommodated at the VIP Country Club, making this wedding venue accessible to couples from all walks of life and of all ethnic backgrounds. With a bevy of accolades and acknowledgments from many prestigious wedding publications, VIP Country Club is an ideal choice of New York City-based wedding venue.
Address: 600 Davenport Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10805
Phone: (914) 235-1500
Venue Type: Waterfront, Country Club
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Contact : Thomas Esposito
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Marina del Ray sits along the water in the Bronx, with a variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces ideal for upcoming wedding celebrations in New York City. Marina del Ray can accommodate parties anywhere from 80 to 800 guests in a series of banquet halls and outdoor spaces that are perfect for wedding receptions, including the Venetian Room, flooded with natural light for up to 220 guests, the Bellagio Room with wide open floor plans for up to 800 guests, and the Patio overlooking the Whitestone Bridge, the Long Island Sound, and the Manhattan skyline for up to 220 guests.
Address: 1 Marina Dr, Bronx, NY 10465
Phone: (718) 931-6500
Guest Capacity: 100 to 800 people
Venue Type: Waterfront, Indoor Or Outdoor
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Contact : Joe Savino
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With a vast collection of honors and awards from a variety of notable media outlets and wedding publications, Sand Castle is a tried and true wedding venue located in Franklin Square out on Long Island. Sand Castle boasts an elegant indoor ballroom space, a ceremony space outdoors, a grand foyer, scenic rolling grounds on the property, and in-house catering. A list of recommended vendors can be provided to clients by request. Clients are entitled to use of five acres of property, outdoor benches, cocktail tables, and an outdoor marble top bar with a waterfall background, making for a charming backdrop for wedding celebrations.
Address: 505 Franklin Ave, Franklin Square NY 11010
Phone: (516) 354-7263
Guest Capacity: Minimum reservation per event is 150 guests
Venue Type: Upscale, Indoor and Outdoor
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Contact : Loula
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Leonard’s Palazzo is a wedding venue based in Great Neck, Long Island, just a short drive outside of New York City. At Leonard’s Palazzo, weddings have been accommodated for over 50 years in their variety of event spaces, including a two-story crystal chandelier that is the focal point of the facility. Each ballroom at Leonard’s Palazzo is decked out with kinetic lighting, wireless internet, onyx topped bars, private bridal suites, and more. Banquet catering is offered in-house by the resident chef and a crew of talented food preparers. The coordinators on staff will assist with anything a couple needs in advance of their wedding day, making the wedding planning process a dream.
Address: 555 Northern Blvd, Great Neck, NY 11021
Phone: (516) 487-7900
Venue Type: University Garden, Ballroom, Patio
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Contact : Ryan
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Westbury Manor is based out on Long Island in a historic mansion property with a rich, storied legacy. Today, the Westbury Manor serves as an elegant wedding venue for celebrations, with ballrooms including glowing dance floors, kinetic lighting, DJ and entertainment vendors, and more. Ceremonies at Westbury Manor can be hosted on the outdoor property, flanked by a stone bridge, a wooden bridge, waterfalls, and gazebos throughout the grounds. In-house catering is offered by a team of chefs, and a team of banquet managers can assemble packages that are built to exact client specifications, making the wedding planning process fully bespoke and effortless for the happy couple.
Address: 1100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury, NY 11590
Phone: (516) 333-7117
Guest Capacity: 45 to 456 guests
Venue Type: Historic Mansion, Restaurant, Luxury
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Contact : Phil
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Renaissance Event Hall is located in Long Island City, with 14,000 square feet of open event space for up to 350 seated or 450 cocktail-style guests. The in-house catering team makes use of a full-service kitchen and is run by Chef Edward Frauneder, of “Iron Chef,” “Chopped,” and more. Features of the event space at Renaissance Event Hall include a marble staircase, 100-year-old reclaimed wood dance floor, and other neoclassical features and finishes. With nods and awards from a variety of prestigious wedding publications and media outlets, REnaissance Event Hall is a can’t-miss wedding venue delivering services for nuptials to a high degree of quality and excellence across the board.
Address: 21st St, Astoria, NY 11102
Phone: (718) 274-9210
Guest Capacity: Maximum capacity is 250 seated guests and 450 cocktail guests
Venue Type: Banquet Hall, Upscale, Luxury
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Contact : Teresa
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The Liberty Warehouse is one of New York City’s most gorgeous wedding venues, offering sweeping views of the New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, and the Verrazano Bridge. The Liberty Warehouse houses accommodations for up to 400 seated guests, or 1,200 guests cocktail-style. Two gigantic event rooms with panoramic windows offer unbeatable sunset views, and two additional event spaces can make a charming area for cocktails and indoor ceremonies. Additional features include a built-in stage area, wood-burning fireplaces in all event rooms, 15,000 square feet of event space, a bridal suite, in-house catering, and so much more.
Address: 175 Van Dyke St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Phone: (347) 987-3121
Guest Capacity: Accommodates up to 400 for sit-down dinner and 1200 + for cocktails
Venue Type: Waterfront, Indoor or Outdoor
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501 Union is located just alongside the canal in Gowanus, a quiet and charming area perfect for a wedding venue like this one. 501 Union boasts three distinct event spaces for weddings: The Atrium offers 1,400 square feet of space decked out with glass walls and seasonal plants; The Space offers 3,500 square feet of space with a 50 foot skylight and a 15 foot marble top bar as well as exposed brick and hardwood features; the Lounge offers 1,400 square feet of space and intricate woodwork and brass finishes. 501 Union also offers a kitchen space perfect for caterers looking to cook on-site.
Address: 450-480 Union St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Phone: (347) 529-6486
Guest Capacity: Seated dinner: 160 guests; Cocktail style reception: 250 guests
Venue Type: Industrial-style, Modern
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The Green Building is one of New York City’s most gorgeous wedding venues, located just alongside the canal in Gowanus, a hip neighborhood of Brooklyn. The Green Building offers use of two distinct event spaces: the Main Room, with 4,000 square feet of event space, exposed brick, and floor to ceiling glass doors overlooking the courtyard, and the Courtyard, with 2,400 square feet of event space for a ceremony or cocktail hour. A private lounge is available for use as a backstage area, and a kitchen can accommodate a catering team for food preparation. The event space features a marble top bar, staging platforms, in-house sound system, chandeliers, central heat and A/C, and more. Up to 250 guests can be accommodated for a cocktail hour, and 160 guests can be accommodated for a sit-down dinner with enough room for a dance floor.
Address: 452 Union St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Phone: (718) 522-3363
Guest Capacity: Fully-seated dinner with dance floor: 160 guests; Cocktail party: 250 guests
Venue Type: Industrial-style, Indoor and Outdoor
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Contact : Angelica
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Angelica
The wow factor awaits you at The Village Club At Lake Success. This New York City wedding venue boasts of exposed brick walls, luxurious chandeliers, dark wood floors, and gorgeous views in a golf course setting. No matter how you style it, you’ll adore the ambiance at The Village Club At Lake Success. Feast on modern, fresh, and inspired cuisine from hand-crafted cocktails, a delicious main course, and tasty desserts. This showstopping space has multiple areas, including outdoor patios and terraces just yards from the stunning lake. The amazing team will work with you to create a dream-like event that is stress-free and successful. Expect award-winning services from The Village Club At Lake Success.
Address: 318 Lakeville Rd, Great Neck, NY 11020
Phone: 516-829-5493
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Contact : Tracy
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When it comes to wedding celebrations, The Vanderbilt South Beach is an ideal choice of wedding venue. Located along the waterfront in Staten Island overlooking Gravesend Bay and South Brooklyn, The Vanderbilt South Beach is staffed up by a team of wedding specialists who will collaborate closely with soon-to-be-married couples as they go through their wedding planning process. In-house catering is offered, and the oceanfront location will make for a gorgeous reception vista as well as beach ceremony locale and photo shoot opportunity. Complimentary consultations can be scheduled with The Vanderbilt South Beach in advance of a booking.
Address: 300 Father Capodanno Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305
Phone: (718) 447-0800
Venue Type: Banquet-hall-style, Beach, Modern, Luxury
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Contact : Brittany Felice
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When it comes to wedding venues in and around New York City, Da Mikele Illagio is a natural choice. The crew on staff at Da Mikele Illagio can tackle parties anywhere from 50 to 1,500 guests, ensuring that size will be no object to having a wedding celebration hosted in this gorgeous facilities. A rooftop bar, indoor event space, and outdoor event space can all be rented for upcoming wedding festivities. The style at Da Mikele Illagio is described as “contemporary” and “luxurious,” both terms that evoke an atmosphere of pure celebratory spirit and romance, from the decadent foyer to the charming chandeliers and skyroof. Included with use of the space is a bridal room, valet parking, dance floor, air conditioning, in-house party planner services, and more.
Address: 79-17 Albion Ave, Queens, NY 11373
Phone: (718) 606-1750
Guest Capacity: From 50 to 1,500 guests
Venue Type: Rustic, Ballroom
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Contact : Antonio
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Dobbin St is an incredibly charming event venue located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and this isn’t just an ordinary wedding venue: Dobbin St offers several coordination and planning packages that can take couples through the entire wedding planning process, covering all of those logistical hassles and burdens so that the happy couple can remain carefree and at ease as the wedding date draws nearer. The Main Space at Dobbin St boasts 4,250 square feet of open event space with 22 foot ceilings, three bathrooms, a kitchen, and three skylights; the Courtyard space is 900 square feet. A Rooftop Terrace can also be rented, with 3,000 square feet of event space, a built-in bar, and a view of the entire Manhattan skyline.
Address: 64 Dobbin St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Phone: (718) 302-0400
Guest Capacity: Up to 400 for cocktail with dance floor; Up to 225 for seated dinner with dance floor; Up to 275 for seated dinner with dance floor created by moving tables after dinner; Up to 350 for seated ceremony
Venue Type: Rooftop, Luxury
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Contact : Kevi
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Kevi
Top Wedding Venues by Style
New York City has a variety of different types of wedding venues to choose from. From exotic beachfront venues to barn venues for the perfect rustic wedding and from small venues for intimate weddings to winery wedding venues.
Check out our list of the top wedding venues in New York City by style.
Top BEACH Wedding Venues in New York City
The Vanderbilt at South Beach
The Vanderbilt at South Beach is an elegant beachside wedding venue with virtually limitless waterfront.... read more
The Vanderbilt at South Beach is an elegant beachside wedding venue with virtually limitless waterfront vistas situated on Staten Island’s eastern coastline. Easily accessible off of the Verrazano Bridge and facing out toward Coney Island in Brooklyn, The Vanderbilt at South Beach is unmatched in its convenience as well as its relative seclusion from the hustle and bustle of New York City.
Aside from offering couples the help of its in-house catering and on-site wedding specialists who are ready, willing, and able to help you create an unforgettable wedding day, The Vanderbilt at South Beach also offers a list of preferred vendors and a variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces. This includes an oceanfront location that serves as the perfect backdrop to your exchange of vows.
Address: 300 Father Capodanno Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10305
Surf Club On The Sound
At Surf Club On The Sound, endless views of the Long Island Sound are a.... read more
At Surf Club On The Sound, endless views of the Long Island Sound are a guarantee. Couples will be met with a fountain driveway, an elegant master staircase, a marble lobby, and a beachfront mansion. No matter whether you’re looking to host an indoor or outdoor celebration, there is a space for you at this venue, which can accommodate up to 150 guests.
Located in Downtown New Rochelle, this unique and charming wedding venue offers couples the services of a full-time pastry chef, garde manger, bridal attendant, maitre d’, and more. This convenience is why Surf Club On The Sound boasts awards and honors from some of the country’s most prestigious wedding publications and news outlets.
Address: 280 Davenport Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10805
The Sands at Atlantic Beach
The Sands at Atlantic Beach is located along the sprawling waterfront on Long Island’s Long.... read more
The Sands at Atlantic Beach is located along the sprawling waterfront on Long Island’s Long Beach neighborhood and can accommodate up to 700 guests. This means that the last thing you need to worry about on your big day is the size of your guest list.
This opulent venue combines a traditional banquet hall aesthetic with the outdoor charm of the beach and the rolling, crashing water at its beachfront event space. Other spaces on offer include the Wave Lounge, for intimate gatherings of up to 40 people, and The Beach, a club venue that can host up to 140 guests is ideal for a bachelor or bachelorette party. In-house catering and bartending services are provided by The Original Jem Caterers, one of Long Island’s premier event food providers.
Address: 1395 Beech Street, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509
Top SMALL Wedding Venues in New York City
Barclay Salon
Say yes to this extraordinary small venue at the Intercontinental New York Barclay. This charming.... read more
Say yes to this extraordinary small venue at the Intercontinental New York Barclay. This charming room has everything you need to celebrate your love in style, Can hold up to 150 guests for a ceremony and 80 guests for a dinner reception with dance floor.. With over 2,000-square-feet of space and 10-foot soaring ceilings, this small area feels expansive and elegant. Multiple set-up arrangements are available to accommodate your needs. Take advantage of both ceremony and reception set-up as well as energy-efficient LED lights in the chandeliers for an evening of luxurious ambiance. Call for more details about catering and other wedding services.
Address: 111 East 48th St New York, NY 10017
Guest Capacity: Up to 150 guests for a ceremony and 80 guests for a dinner reception with dance floor.
Ivy Terrace
You’ll fall in love with the Ivry Terrace at On The Marc. This mid-century modern.... read more
You’ll fall in love with the Ivry Terrace at On The Marc. This mid-century modern lounge is within a luxe commercial building. It overlooks the bright city lights of Midtown, New York City, and provides the perfect space for tying the knot, drinking cocktails, feasting on an intimate dinner, and late-night dancing. Invite up to 30 people for a seated affair or 150 for a standing ceremony and cocktail reception. The entire area is 4,100-square-feet of fun in the middle of the city. Your friends will relish in the bustling skyline as well as the urban sophistication that exudes the space. Contact Ivy Terrace, a place that gladly welcomes all types of love, for more details about ceremony and reception packages.
Address: 155 E. 44th Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY
Guest Capacity: 30 to 150 guests
Ink 48 Hotel
This former printing press from the 1930s has three flexible event rooms for your celebration..... read more
This former printing press from the 1930s has three flexible event rooms for your celebration. The Heaven Over Hell Penthouse is a premier suite with a private, adjoining River View Terrace Suite for a two-story delight of over 2,200-square-feet on the 17th floor. Exchange vows with the gorgeous skyline on the horizon before heading to the terrace for custom cocktails. After dancing in the chic penthouse, you can enjoy overnight accommodations. Invite up to 100 guests to this small wedding venue in New York City, and they can enjoy one of the 195 rooms or 27 suites available. You can use state-of-the-art multimedia and audiovisual capabilities for your big day, including premium wifi access. Ask about farm-to-table cuisine from PRINT, the on-site restaurant, when you call this small wedding venue in NYC.
Address: 653 11th Avenue New York, NY 10036
Guest Capacity: up to 100 guests.
Top WINERY Wedding Venues in New York City
City Vineyard at Pier 26
City Vineyard at Pier 26 is a highly sought-after New York City winery wedding venue.... read more
City Vineyard at Pier 26 is a highly sought-after New York City winery wedding venue due to its easy access to the city, expert service, and stress-free planning options. The River Level Buyout option includes the Main Dining Room with expansive views of the Hudson River that are certain to wow your guests. It can seat up to 120 guests for a formal dinner or host 250 for a cocktail hour or evening of dancing. If you fancy an outdoor space, then the Hudson River Wine Garden can seat up to 120 or host a reception for 150.
They also boast sprawling gardens with a private bar and gorgeous views of the New York skyline. For the utmost in sophistication, enquire about the Rooftop. The winery package includes five hours of event hire or six hours with an additional ceremony charge. A cocktail hour, three-course seated dinner, and bar package are included in their per person charge.
Address: 233 West Street, New York, NY 10013
Brotherhood Winery
Fancy getting hitched at America’s oldest winery that dates back to 1839? This place oozes.... read more
Fancy getting hitched at America’s oldest winery that dates back to 1839? This place oozes charm – it is located in a gorgeous 19th century stone building with extra-height ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and beautiful wooden floors. The massive 10-foot wrought iron chandeliers add to the old-world allure. There is an open floorplan that can accommodate up to 220 seated guests for a reception. A marquee tent could also be added if you wish to increase capacity.
Address: 100 Brotherhood Plaza Dr., Washingtonville, NY 10992 (~1 hr 19 mins from NYC)
Clemson Bros. Brewery
Not everyone is a wine fan, but we are pretty confident there are quite a.... read more
Not everyone is a wine fan, but we are pretty confident there are quite a few grooms that would be over the moon at the thought of getting married at a brewery. Clemson Bros. Brewery has indoor space to accommodate wedding parties of up to 175 guests. Alternatively, this number increases to 250 guests if you wish to have an outdoor reception in their beer garden. This venue is a stunning, fully restored hacksaw factory that is over 150 years old. Located in the center of Middletown, New York, this brewery makes planning your wedding simple with a total hire rate that includes multiple zones, black linens, tables, chairs, and full-service staff. The beverage packages are incredibly reasonable, and the food is low-key pub fare but outrageously delicious.
Address: 22 Cottage St Middletown, NY, 10940 (~1 hr 29 mins from NYC)
Top BARN & FARM Wedding Venues in New York City
Crested Hen Farms
Drive an hour and a half north of New York City, and you will come.... read more
Drive an hour and a half north of New York City, and you will come across Crested Hen Farms at the Mohonk Mountain base. The historic English-Dutch style dairy barn has been restored to its 1830s original charm and provides 3000 square feet of indoor event space from mid Spring to the middle of Fall.
Weddings of up to 150 guests can be accommodated under the expansive barn ceilings with original wooden beams. The property allows for numerous photo opportunities – you have the option of everything from Rondout Creek to the vast fields and forests. Wedding packages at Crested Hen Farms start at $18,000 and include valet parking, the use of the bridal suite, audiovisual equipment, decor, event rentals, the services of a day-of coordinator, and more.
Address: 607 County Route 6, High Falls, NY 12440
Shady Acres Organic Farm
Shady Acres Organic Farm is a working farm that also serves as an exclusive wedding.... read more
Shady Acres Organic Farm is a working farm that also serves as an exclusive wedding venue. This boutique-style wedding venue can accommodate parties of up to 150 guests in a combination of indoor and outdoor venue locations. The venue boasts a koi pond, 125-year-old outbuildings, a flagstone aisle to a forested ceremony site, and a new pavilion with matching rustic charm.
Wedding packages start at $8000, including site rental, event rentals, parking, lighting, and more. They also offer in-house catering and bartending services, DJ services, décor, and exclusive vendor referrals. Keep in mind that this venue only hosts 12 weddings a year, so spots are extremely limited, and it’s best if you get your bookings in now.
Address: 21 Finchville Turnpike, Middletown, NY 10940
Oz Farm
Oz Farm is the epitome of a barn and farm wedding venue. You will get.... read more
Oz Farm is the epitome of a barn and farm wedding venue. You will get all the rustic charm you have ever dreamed of, complete with horses and ponies meandering about on the expansive property.
The Ceremony Field is ideal for open-air ceremonies or tented receptions. There are two barns available with vaulted ceilings and exposed wooden beams, which can be decorated to your liking and are large enough to host a sit-down dinner, with room to spare for dancing. Outside you will find fire pits and space for dancing under fairy lights. Oz Farm can accommodate up to 1000 guests and offers all-inclusive wedding packages with catering and bartending, event rentals, décor, parking, bridal suite, and clean up all included in the price.
Address: 280 Malden Turnpike, Saugerties, NY 12477
Conclusion
New York is an exciting city with gorgeous architecture, parks, and attractions. It has a variety of beautiful wedding venues available to choose from if you know where to look. Your wedding venue may be one of the most essential choices you make while planning. Your wedding day should be an unforgettable experience, and each of these venues offers something unique. Whether you’re looking for an elegant wedding venue in a mansion or a rustic site at one of the wineries, there’s something for everyone in the city that never sleeps.
Weddings in New York City
The city that never sleeps has so much to offer couples with its glitz and glamour. From world-class dining to vibrant art scenes, non-stop entertainment, exquisite fashion, and scenic architecture, this city will help make your wedding day a memorable one. It comprises five boroughs; Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Each borough is unique, and together, they offer a nice blend of exciting urban areas and beautiful natural landscapes to fulfill any desire you may have for your wedding. Whether you’re looking for elegant or whimsical, or a castle or library, New York has it all when it comes to wedding venues.
Popular Wedding Options in New York
The possibilities are endless when it comes to finding the right venue for your wedding. According to a 2015 study by The Knot, 90 percent of people who wed in New York choose to have a semi-formal or formal affair, with most ceremonies being in-door at a religious building, hotel, or resort venue. However, in areas such as the Capital District and Hudson Valley, more couples opted to have their ceremonies outdoors. Rooftop and outdoor weddings tend to be popular in New York in the summer and fall months as couples seek to take advantage of the weather and scenic views.
Planning a wedding in New York can be expensive. According to The Wedding Report Inc., the average cost of a New York wedding in 2019 was $32,192, making it the sixth most expensive state to get married in. However, in Manhattan, a wedding could cost as much as $83,000. Most of these weddings were large, with an average guest list of 124. The venue tends to be the most expensive cost that couples have to face, accounting for up to a third of the wedding cost.
Venue prices can range in prices starting from as low as $4000 to as high as $30,000 for a guest list of 50 people. This cost is affected by many factors as some venues charge per person while others charge a flat fee. The venue’s price is also influenced by the time of year, day of the week, and venue location. Peak season and weddings on a Saturday would generally mean higher costs.
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The average New York City wedding costs $41,160, while around $12,180 goes toward the NYC wedding venue. This figure covers many categories, such as upgraded tables, chairs, linens, dinnerware, and centerpieces for your reception. Ceremony fees might include add-ons like arches, arbors, aisle runners, and other decor. A large chunk of venue cost comes from renting the actual location for your wedding, which often includes exclusive use of the buildings, rooms, or grounds. However, the most significant portion deals with required catering. Food and beverage services are usually charged per person. Multiply the number of people on your guest list times the plate/drink fee for computing this rate. Ask the wedding venue manager to get more information about what you have to calculate for venue costs.
New York City is a vibrant city famous for its bright lights, legendary performances, and sky-high buildings. Popular types of wedding venues in New York City include rooftop hotels with panoramic views of the city skyline and iconic landmarks. Couples favor historic warehouses with renovated loft spaces or swanky NYC lounges. Many places have outdoor areas with terraces, patios, or balconies to provide waterfront scenery thanks to the stunning Hudson River. You can also enjoy yacht weddings in NYC. Unique art galleries and theaters offer dynamic rooms to your NYC wedding venue as well as traditional event centers, banquet halls, and ballrooms.
Regardless of the season, the city of New York is a great place to get married. According to Wedding Report Inc., most couples chose October, closely followed by September. At this time, the days are cool, with temperatures averaging 60°F, the leaves are changing, enhancing the beauty of wedding photos, and the air is crisp, setting the ambiance for a perfect wedding day.
Summer was second in preference, with most weddings occurring in June, which has temperatures averaging 70°F. These days are sunny and warm but not as steamy as the rest of the summer months. The least popular season was winter, with long cold days where the temperature could go as low as 27°F. If you can manage the weather, the snow-covered fields do make for beautiful backdrops.
Spring sees temperatures rise to an average of 58°F. The trees and plants are beginning to bloom during this season and provide beautiful scenery for outdoor ceremonies and photos.
There are venues to suit any style, guest capacity, location, and budget in the Big Apple. Many people favor places like the Midtown Loft and Terrace. This location has the Empire State Building for its backdrop and offers breathtaking views of Manhattan’s many skyline buildings.
Classic venues like the New York Public Library with its marble columns and sky-high ceilings and the American Museum of National History with the elegant and unique display are also sought after.
Other iconic venues include the Plaza Hotel and the Tribeca Rooftop, with its magnificent view of the Hudson River and Manhattan, and the Glasshouses, which offers a panoramic view of the Statue of Liberty, midtown and the Brooklyn Bridge, all of which are very sought after.
More affordable NYC venues include the Westbury Manor with its beautiful landscape and the Bryant Park Grill.
Any borough of the Big Apple that you choose to host your nuptials will provide your guests with multiple accommodations. There are hotels, bed and breakfasts, and resorts in close proximity to the majority of the wedding venues available. With the many transportation options available, guests will also have no trouble getting to the venue easily and on time. After sharing in the joy of your wedding, they can enjoy the rest of their stay by taking advantage of all the famous sites and activities that this state has to offer.
Venues in Regions Near New York City
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