Our 5 Favorite Wedding Venues In New Jersey
The biggest, and usually the first, decision you make when planning your wedding is finding your perfect venue. With over 5 years of experience traveling and shooting at different venues, I’ve pretty much seen it all.
And so, I’ve compiled a small list of my Top 10 favorite wedding venues in New Jersey. This list is in no particular order.
The Grand Marquis is a family-owned banquet hall and wedding venue located in Old Bridge, New Jersey. The venue offers the choice of two ballrooms, The Dome and The Marquis. The most striking feature of The Dome is the ceiling, a lofty arched wonder that sits above the round dance floor. On the walls, rows of windows allow guests to appreciate the surrounding area. If they so choose, attendees can venture out onto the patio to breathe in the evening’s air. This ancient Roman-inspired space can accommodate up to 250 loved ones.
The dedicated staff at The Grand Marquis offers services that encompass many necessities on the big day. Each package can be tailored to best fit the couple’s ideas, ensuring a one-of-a-kind event. The team begins with a consultation and works with clients throughout the process. They also offer setup and cleanup services along with a selection of rentals, like tables, chairs, and linens, for your convenience. Other details, like lighting and sound systems, are seen to as well.
Details:
Covered Outdoors Space With Waterfall and Fire
Ceremony Area
300+ Guests
Dressing Room / Bridal Suite
Handicap Accessible
Two Beautiful Ball Rooms
Liability Insurance
Nanina’s In The Park, is a wedding venue nestled within a woodland forest in Belleville, NJ. The combination of the Tuscan Villa and lush outdoor garden will lend your celebration a timeless and picturesque atmosphere. Nanina’s Grand Ballroom is exclusively rented for one event at a time and can accommodate up to 400 guests. Guests will get to experience an array of Tuscany-inspired architectural amenities, such as its crystal chandeliers, winding marble staircase, and Juliet balcony. With a special spot for the couple’s head table and a sizable dance floor, this space will comfortably host lavish wedding parties. A beautiful bridal suite is available to prepare for the big event, a place to relax throughout the day, and as a backdrop for additional photography.
Wedding services at this wheelchair-accessible venue include planning, setup, and cleanup, providing tables and chairs with designer linens, silverware, and china. Access is included to the bridal suite with attendant and uniformed valet parking. LED lighting, photo booths, and additional event rentals are also available. The peak season for this venue is from April through November.
Details:
Bridal Suite
Outdoor Ceremony Area
Tuscany Inspired Gardens
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
300 + Guests
Handicap Accessible
Reception Area
Covered Outdoors Space
The Tides Estate is a picturesque banquet hall wedding venue located in Haledon, New Jersey. This is not another box on the side of the road. Approaching the Estate itself, guests will encounter the expansive and manicured gardens. Trees illuminated by day or night will make for a romantic backdrop for your wedding photography. Entering the Main Lobby, you will be greeted by uniformed staff while soaking in the ambiance of glittering chandeliers, gorgeous fixtures, and marble flooring. The Tides Estate offers 3 ballrooms for both smaller intimate weddings as well as larger celebrations. The grand entrance into the Grand Ballroom will be most memorable, stepping onto hardwood floors with 30-foot-high ceilings illuminated by high-end lighting. Up to 400 guests can enjoy this spacious event venue.
The team of experienced venue staff in The Tides Estate aims for nothing short of complete client satisfaction. This team endeavors to make all wedding events spectacular, including engagement parties, bridal showers, ceremonies, and receptions. Their high level of service and dedicated professionalism is demonstrated by the venue successfully hosting over 300 events per annum.
Details:
Bridal Suite
3 Ball Rooms
30-Foot-High Ceilings
Outdoor Ceremony Area
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
400 + Guests
Handicap Accessible
Reception Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Florentine Gardens is a classic garden wedding venue on four acres of landscaped grounds located in River Vale, New Jersey, The Estate is a Georgian-style mansion with a breathtaking recently renovated grand lobby. Inside, you will fall in love with the twinkling chandelier, beautiful stone fireplace, and majestic wrought iron staircase. The outdoor Veranda and gardens are perfect for a romantic garden wedding ceremony. In the Grand Ballroom, up to 360 guests can dine under the 25-foot high ceilings and crystal chandeliers. The floor-to-ceiling windows will fill the space with natural light and offer amazing views.
At Florentine Gardens, the staff is devoted to providing individualized service and attention to detail. They only host one event a day to guarantee flawless execution.
Details:
Bridal Suite
Hosts Only One Event Per Day
25-Foot-High Ceilings
Outdoor Ceremony Area
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
360 Guests
Handicap Accessible
Reception Area
Covered Outdoors Space
The Château Grande, located in East Brunswick New Jersey, was built for wedding romance! Falling on 15 lush rolling acres, punctuated by enchanting formal gardens, the 108-room hotel offers a variety of indoor and outdoor sites for nuptial observances, including an elegant ballroom, intimate event and private dining spaces, and a stylish celebrity chef driven restaurant, bar and lounge. The ballroom is exquisite, with a graceful coffered ceiling, dazzling crystal chandelier, and rows of oversized, arched windows overlooking the lush property. You'll love the pre-function and lounge spaces, which counter the hotel's traditional exterior with a design that is glamorous, sleek, and contemporary. Innovative and delectable menus are crafted by celebrity chef, David Burke, elevating every event with exquisite, modern dining.
Details:
Outdoor Ceremony Area
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
100 Guests
Handicap Accessible
Reception Area
