Top Upstate New York Conference & Summit Venues

• Spaces for 168 Guests

The Mansion on Delaware Avenue is a 19th-century property in downtown Buffalo, New York, designed in the Second Empire style and carefully restored as a luxury boutique hotel. The building's nearly 200 windows, soaring 15-foot ceilings, and exquisite architectural detail reflect its original grandeur, and the property has a long event history — it hosted guests during the 1901 Pan-American Exposition before falling quiet for decades. After a comprehensive restoration, it reopened as a hotel in 2001. Today the Mansion hosts weddings, corporate retreats, executive gatherings, and social celebrations across six event spaces spread across four floors. Events are staffed by an award-winning team of butlers and an in-house catering team specializing in seasonal, locally-sourced menus. The venue accommodates up to 180 guests, and a full hotel buyout provides exclusive access to all event spaces, 28 guest rooms, and the surrounding gardens for a progressive, one-of-a-kind celebration.

• Spaces for 20-250 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Theater
• 7 Total Spaces

Isabella Freedman Retreat Center is a kosher, pluralistic retreat center set on 400 acres in the Connecticut Berkshires, approximately two hours from New York City and three hours from Boston. The property encompasses a 20-acre organic farm, four miles of marked hiking trails, a seasonal lake, and lodge accommodations for up to 160 overnight guests — giving groups a full-campus experience from arrival through departure. The center hosts approximately 6,000 guests each year across private events and its own programming calendar. Groups of 25 to 200 can rent the facility for weddings, b'nai mitzvot, family reunions, corporate retreats, synagogue gatherings, and community celebrations. All on-site dining is prepared under glatt kosher certification, with farm-to-table meals that draw from the property's own farm. Indoor gathering spaces include a glass-walled synagogue with lake and mountain views (up to 100 guests), a theater and recreation room (up to 140 guests), a 2,000-square-foot multi-function lounge (up to 75 guests), a lakeside dining hall with a cathedral ceiling (up to 120 guests), two 700-square-foot yurts (30 guests each), and a screened gazebo. Outdoor events accommodate up to 200 guests with tent rentals available.

• Spaces for 160 Guests

The Roycroft Inn is a National Historic Landmark inn, restaurant, and event venue set in the village of East Aurora, New York, 30 miles south of Buffalo. The Roycroft Campus and its distinctive way of life began in 1897, inspired by Elbert Hubbard, founder of the American Arts and Crafts Movement. The Inn opened in 1905 to welcome visitors to this creative community, attracting artists, writers, and intellectuals from across the country. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1986, the property underwent an $8 million restoration supported by the Margaret L. Wendt Foundation and reopened in 1995. The Inn's interiors showcase original murals by Barbizon-style artist Alexis Jean Fournier — four depicting times of day in the New Foyer and twelve city-themed paintings in the Main Salon — offering an event backdrop rooted in authentic artistic heritage. The venue hosts weddings and receptions accommodating up to 150 guests, as well as corporate meetings, celebrations, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and bereavement receptions. On-site catering with customizable menus and boutique accommodations are available for event guests.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Acqua Banquets and Catering is a waterfront banquet facility situated on the banks of the Niagara River in Buffalo, New York. The venue offers three banquet rooms — the Atrium, the Ballroom, and the Harbour Room — along with an outdoor patio, hosting events from intimate gatherings of 20 to large celebrations of up to 600 guests. The Niagara River setting provides water views and sunset backdrops suited to everything from weddings and galas to corporate dinners and fundraisers. An experienced culinary team prepares custom menus using fresh ingredients, handling catering in-house for each event. Acqua accommodates a wide range of occasions, including bridal showers, sports banquets, milestone celebrations, and corporate functions — supported by dedicated event services throughout the planning process.

• Spaces for 50-1,280 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 6 Total Spaces

Turning Stone Resort Casino is an award-winning resort and casino operated by the Oneida Indian Nation in Verona, New York, situated between Syracuse and Utica. The resort holds Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star and AAA Four Diamond distinctions and has been recognized as the most awarded resort wedding destination in Upstate New York. Across its more than 225,000 square feet of event space, Turning Stone offers a range of settings for events of virtually any scale — from the Grand Ballroom, which seats up to 1,280 guests beneath soaring ceilings with natural light, to The Great Lawn, an outdoor ceremony and reception grounds shaded by mature trees and anchored by an expansive pergola. The Navajo Ballroom, the Grand Expo Courtyard, and themed venues within the Exit 33 entertainment district round out the portfolio, accommodating groups from intimate gatherings to celebrations of 4,000. A dedicated events and wedding team works alongside an in-house culinary team — including master pastry artists and ice sculptors — to coordinate every element on-site. With 1,046 suites and rooms across multiple lodging options, guests can stay and celebrate entirely on the property.

Whether you are having a family reunion, celebrating a birthday party , planning a corporate event, dreaming of the perfect wedding party or yoga retreat on the Hudson River – Shakespeare on the Hudson can make your dreams a reality.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

Allow the Berkshires' picturesque, rolling hills to serve as the perfect backdrop for your party. Our magnificent 380-acre estate features a Gilded Age hilltop house with breathtaking vistas of the Berkshires. The Tudor-style mansion, which was built in 1894 as a country estate for high-society New Yorkers, features architectural details that mix modern luxury with historical grace. Wyndhurst Manor & Club, perched on a hilltop in Lenox, MA, is a one-of-a-kind retreat for exploration, stunning views, and bespoke experiences in every season. Enjoy great cultural attractions, outdoor activities, local shopping, dining, and historical touring with your family and friends. From beautiful wedding receptions to social gatherings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and morning brunches, The Mansion at Wyndhurst Manor offers distinctive and diverse locations. From intimate meetings to large-scale events, the estate has six venue areas, breathtaking interior and outdoor ceremony settings, a vast lawn, and a charming outdoor terrace that will fit your objectives for your big day. Our second-floor Bridal Suite, with a separate living room and private balcony overlooking the grandeur of the vast lawn, is available for wedding day preparations. The mansion has 11 newly renovated suites available for wedding parties, guests, and family. Golfing, swimming (seasonal), hiking, biking, tennis, club room, and deluxe spa hair, makeup, and manicure services at the Miraval Life in Balance Spa are among the pre- and post-wedding activities. We would be delighted to host your future wedding at Wyndhurst Manor. Please fill out the form below and one of our knowledgeable sales people will call you as soon as possible. We are dedicated to turning your big day into a once-in-a-lifetime event that everyone will remember. Best wishes and congratulations.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Nestled along the world-renowned Battenkill River in Shushan, New York, The Georgi Park and Museum sits on nine acres of lush lawns and gorgeous gardens just west of the Vermont border. The Battenkill wraps around the property on nearly all sides, creating a naturally serene setting framed by a row of 60-plus-year-old hydrangea trees and a canopy of oak, chestnut, apple, and basswood. Originally bequeathed to the Town of Salem in 1989 by Jessie Georgi, the property combines a riverside community park with a museum housing Italian panel paintings and a mineral collection. The grounds are available for weddings, memorial gatherings, family celebrations, and performances from May through November. The Community Room offers a residential-style interior suited for meetings, workshops, and smaller gatherings, and doubles as a bridal suite. For larger celebrations, the open and level lawns along the river accommodate tenting arrangements of varying scales.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Snow Farm Vineyard & Winery sits on an island in Lake Champlain in South Hero, Vermont, where the lake's micro-climate mirrors growing conditions found in Burgundy, France. Founded by the Lane family in the mid-1990s to keep their retired dairy farm in agricultural use, it became Vermont's first commercial vineyard, with plantings established in 1997. The estate now spans more than 100 preserved acres and includes a tasting room, a distillery producing gin, grappa, and fruit liqueurs, and a small-batch winery known for cool-climate wines like Seyval Blanc, Riesling, and its signature Vidal Blanc Ice Wine. For weddings, bridal showers, and rehearsal dinners, couples can choose a ceremony atop Fox Hill among the grapevines or along the shores of Lake Champlain, with the surrounding farmland and lake views as a backdrop. Snow Farm provides a tent for receptions of up to 200 guests, along with tables, chairs, and bar service, and offers on-site bed and breakfast lodging for guests staying the weekend. As a small, family-run operation, the team works closely with each couple to plan the day personally rather than following a set formula. Beyond weddings, Snow Farm hosts a Summer Concert Series, the Music in the Vineyard series, and seasonal gatherings like its Spirit Festival and Harvest Festival, drawing visitors to the vineyard throughout the year.

• Spaces for 350 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

In the historic Village of Saugerties, New York, Diamond Mills is a Luxury Boutique Hotel, a Contemporary Farm to Table Restaurant, and an Event Venue. Diamond Mills offers a hotel and gourmet celebratory experience unlike any other in the region, nestled between the mighty Hudson River and the gorgeous Catskill Mountains. Visitors to Diamond Mills are welcome to participate in a variety of activities such as hiking, farm and wine tours, antiquing, kayaking, waterfalls/swimming holes, skiing, and other outdoor sports. Saugerties is home to the world-famous Garlic Festival and the HITS Horse Shows, as well as some of the most gorgeous and rustic pick-your-own apple orchards in the country. Diamond Mills is a fantastic destination escape, located just 10 miles from Woodstock and a short trip from Rhinebeck, Tivoli, Kingston, Phoenicia, and Hudson. Weddings & Social Events Diamond Mills Hotel & Tavern and Saugerties Steamboat Co., both known for raising the bar for wedding locations in the Hudson Valley, offer unrivaled waterfront wedding backgrounds to say "I Do!" You will find three separate spaces in Saugerties, New York, about 100 miles north of New York City, where the Esopus Creek meets the Hudson River, likely to match your distinctive wedding or event style and personality. Diamond Mills Hotel & Tavern is the ideal meeting location for friends and family to celebrate your wedding weekend, from our 30 room boutique hotel and world-class Tavern food to thrilling outdoor activities and access to quaint businesses within walking distance. It is your idea. It is Your Party. It is Your Call. Our Occasion Professionals recognize and respect the significance of your event. Whether you are organizing a beautiful wedding reception, an intimate celebration, or a small get-together, we will be there for you every step of the way. We customize and coordinate every little detail from start to finish to ensure you have the best day of your life on your wedding day!

• Spaces for 40-500 Guests
• 1 Theater
• 3 Estates
• 3 Total Spaces

Eastover Estate & Eco-Village is a holistic retreat center on a historic estate in Lenox, Massachusetts, in the heart of the Berkshires. The property serves teachers, organizations, and companies hosting retreats, workshops, conferences, and private events, and operates without religious affiliation. The estate's main venues span a range of group sizes. Tally Ho Hall, a 4,031-square-foot multi-purpose venue with a large stage and professional sound system, accommodates up to 500 guests for receptions and 285 for banquets. Mohawk Studio, a multi-purpose space with hardwood floors and new lighting structures, seats up to 160 and hosts receptions for up to 275. The Mansion provides additional program space, including a sunlit Terrace Room. Beyond the event spaces, the property features yoga studios, meditation rooms, a commercial kitchen for cooking classes, a contemporary art gallery hosting shows by renowned artists, and trails connecting directly to October Mountain State Forest. Eastover is built around ecological principles, including an on-site water treatment facility that reclaims all water without chemical use.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

Birch Hill Catering has been a fixture of Hudson Valley hospitality since 1936, bringing more than 80 years and four generations of expertise to weddings, corporate gatherings, and social events throughout the Albany and Capital Region. The company operates two distinct venues — Birch Hill Estate and Stablegate Farm & Vineyard — together offering nine unique indoor and outdoor event spaces suited to celebrations of every scale. Birch Hill Estate features two ballrooms and three covered pavilions set amid manicured grounds, while Stablegate Farm & Vineyard brings a 19th-century Dutch barn, a Lodge for intimate gatherings, and multiple outdoor spaces with views of the Catskill Mountains. Both locations are in Castleton-on-Hudson, NY. The culinary program is built on made-from-scratch cooking with locally inspired ingredients, led by an on-site chef. Each event includes complimentary coordination services, and customizable packages extend to rehearsal dinners, farewell brunches, and off-premise catering across the region.

• Spaces for 120-250 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

The Inn at Erlowest, originally built in 1898 as a private residence, is a historic Queen Anne-style stone castle situated on the shores of Lake George in New York's Adirondack Mountains. The property operates as a luxury wedding and event destination, with multiple indoor and outdoor spaces capable of hosting gatherings from intimate celebrations to receptions of 250 guests. The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 250 guests with sweeping Lake George views, while the Second Story Ballroom and the stone-framed Courtyard each host up to 120 guests. North Point, a grass-covered peninsula extending over the lake, offers an outdoor ceremony site framed by mountain vistas. Shepard's Restaurant, the property's 4-Diamond farm-to-table dining venue, provides on-site catering for all events.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

There are not many places like Handsome Hollow. An exquisitely renovated 18th-century Amish barn is situated on the 93-acre property, which features farms, meadows, woodlands, and mountain views. Handsome Hollow is an enchanting and spectacular rustic chic wedding and retreat venue thanks to a stylishly restored 100-year-old farmhouse. Between the Hudson Valley and the Delaware River Basin in the Catskills, Handsome Hollow is tucked away in a serene valley surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Our vision for your wedding is the same as yours. Handsome Hollow was designed to be your perfect wedding venue, whether you want an intimate, laid-back day or something more traditional and magnificent. We're pleased to help you choose your vendors, consider seating arrangements, select the venue for your ceremony, and address any other concerns regarding your special day. Our 240-year-old barn was renovated with a full catering kitchen, electricity, and water for people. There are three possible locations for the ceremony: in the woods, in a wide-open field with views of the mountains, or hidden inside the ruins of a bluestone barn. On the evening before your wedding, enjoy the sun setting over the barn while sitting on the porch. In one of the three bedrooms, get some rest before heading downstairs to get ready with your bridal party.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

Rochester Brainery is a community learning organization based in Rochester, NY, connecting people to hands-on classes and creative experiences across a network of more than 16 partner venues throughout the city. Private events are available for groups of all sizes — from corporate team-building sessions and birthday gatherings to custom workshops in cooking, cocktail making, jewelry making, art, glasswork, blacksmithing, and wellness. Each private event is instructor-led, pairing groups with expert teachers in an activity of their choosing. Because the Brainery operates through a distributed network of partner studios rather than a single facility, groups can be matched to a space and instructor suited to their activity and size. Advance inquiry of 30 or more days is recommended for private bookings.

• Spaces for 85-150 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Mansion

The Mansion on James is a historic Italianate villa built in 1853 by George and Rebecca Barnes, situated on James Street in Syracuse, New York. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and recognized as a National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site — the Barnes family sheltered freedom seekers in the basement and carriage house and hosted prominent abolitionist figures including Rev. Samuel Joseph May, Garrett Smith, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. The George and Rebecca Barnes Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, assumed stewardship in 2009 and maintains the property as both a museum and a venue for private events. The mansion accommodates gatherings of up to 85 guests across its main level and outdoor grounds, which include an original gazebo from the late 1800s. The venue is available for weddings, intimate dinners, baby showers, corporate meetings, and fundraising events, with WiFi and a parking lot for up to 100 vehicles included with each rental.

• Spaces for 30-250 Guests
• 1 Farm
• 1 Winery

Long Acre Farms and JD Wine Cellars is a family farm destination in Macedon, NY, operating since 1993. The property combines seasonal agricultural attractions — including the Amazing Maize Maze, a 5-acre corn maze with over three decades of history — with JD Wine Cellars, an on-site winery offering wine, beer, hard cider, and wine slushies in a relaxed tasting room and back deck setting. For private events, the venue accommodates groups from 10 to over 600 guests. Terrapin Station, a newly constructed Morton Barn with large open spaces, entry doors on three sides, a covered patio, and a bar, is well suited for celebrations with 75 or more guests. The Wine Tasting Room seats smaller gatherings of up to 30 indoors, with overflow options onto the deck, lawn, and tent space in warmer months. For larger events, the farm partners with tent rental companies and can provide exclusive-use quotes. Full-service catering is handled in-house, with menus spanning casual grilled meals and artisan pizza experiences to food-and-wine pairings and formal catered dinners. The venue has hosted corporate events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers, reunions, and birthday parties.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Celebrating the diverse cuisine of distinct regions found in the Mediterranean, Constantine cultivates an intimate and inviting atmosphere within The Anndore House.