Top Bernards Venues

• Spaces for 160 Guests

The Loft is a rustic yet warm event space that can accommodate any occasion. In this exciting event rental location, the allure and atmosphere of New York City are combined with the convenience of being in the MONTCLAIR neighborhood to create an unforgettable event experience. The space, which features exposed brickwork and open ceilings, is large enough to accommodate 150 guests while still retaining the warmth and ambiance required for smaller groups of 50 or fewer people. There are a number of interesting features in this large open space, including: • brick walls that have been exposed Dining area in the back room, which is a little more intimate in size. • There are facilities for preparing the final product. Rentals and entertainment are available on-site, as well as catering services and entertainment. • A total of 2,500 square feet of usable floor space • The facility has a capacity of 50 to 150 people.

Located in the heart of Montclair's Walnut Street neighborhood, WOVEN Studio + Kitchen brings together a professional kitchen and a sun-filled creative studio side by side. The space is anchored by a seventeen-foot communal farmhouse table designed for art workshops, collaborative cooking evenings, private events, and curated experiences. At its heart, WOVEN is our invitation to step away from the noise, work with your hands, and gather around a table that instantly feels like home. We believe in the power of bringing art, food, and community together under one roof, creating a space where people can gather, learn, create, connect, and celebrate.

• Spaces for 50-250,400 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark
• 5 Total Spaces

The art of planning a great event is as much about paying attention to the smallest of details as it is about demonstrating a passion for entertaining. It is at The Newark Museum of Art, where a professional team will assist you in creating an exceptional event against a backdrop of timeless art and culture, that you will discover that both pursuits are effectively served. In addition to the stately Engelhard Court, the lush Victorian Ballantine House, the gorgeous Alice Ransom Dreyfuss Memorial Garden, and the Billy Johnson Auditorium, the Museum offers a variety of spaces for events. Whether it is a private wedding or other celebration, corporate entertaining, or a conference, The Museum will ensure that your event is one that will be remembered for a lifetime. If you would like more information about organizing your event, please contact Yesha Neal at Consider the magnificent Engelhard Court as a venue for ceremonies or corporate events. With marble floors, art installations, and plenty of natural light, this expansive environment of Beax-Arts design is a fantastic choice for supper and dancing after a long day at work. As an added bonus, the Court provides access to the Museum's galleries, which can be seen by your guests both before and during your event. 250-300 people are expected to attend the reception. 220 people will be seated for dinner.

• Spaces for 750-1,000 Guests

Here at The Grove in Cedar Grove, NJ, we serve as the truly unique and breathtaking venue for all of life’s memorable events. Whether it’s a wedding with 700 guests, a social event for 100 friends, or a corporate gathering for your team, it’s your event. Your day. We’ll call in our elite event planning and management teams, our versatile chef and kitchen staff and more, all to create an event that’s truly you. We tap into our many years of expert planning, celebrated creativity, and unending sense of fun. Your job is simply to relax and savor each moment as the memories are made.

• Spaces for 100-275 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

Crossed Keys Estate, a scenic wedding venue situated one hour outside of NYC in Andover NJ offers couples a fully immersive wedding experience across 20+ acres of private gardens, meadows, and event spaces. Spacious, stylish get-ready suites make the morning effortless, with endless photo backdrops throughout the property. Ceremonies unfold beside the English garden framed by stone walls and seasonal blooms, or inside the Farmhouse during winter and inclement weather. After tying the knot, guests flow into the glass-enclosed Conservatory for cocktail hour before moving to the breathtaking Farmhouse reception. Dance under soaring ceilings, exposed beams, and beside floor-to-ceiling windows that set the tone for an unforgettable evening. Family-owned and operated by the Rodriguez family, the Estate specializes in worry-free luxury with coordination, full-service gourmet catering, and an award-winning in-house floral and décor team that brings each couple’s vision to life. Host up to 275 guests and enjoy a seamless, all-in-one experience without leaving the property.

• Spaces for 50-300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 4 Total Spaces

Set on the historic Military Ocean Terminal at Bayonne, MOTBY Social is rooted in one of our city’s most remarkable waterfront stories. What was once a vital center of industry has become a place for lively community, gathering, and connection. We are proud to honor that legacy by creating a destination that brings people together.

Welcome to Haus, 1800 sqft of space that go as far as you imagination. This exposed brick layout is completely open space with an added Cyc wall. We have two bathrooms & bar area that can be used to serve food as well.

We are a league of multi-cultured and multi-lingual perfectionists serving actionable market intelligence demands. We take pride in what we do, resulting in quenching the hunger for business insights for our clients.

• Spaces for 250-350 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks
• 5 Total Spaces

Situated in the midst of Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Gardens, Celebrate at Snug Harbor is New York City’s best kept secret. The picturesque landscaping, lush botanical gardens, stunning architecture and rich history of this mini metropolis make a truly one-of-a-kind space to host your next great event. Ideal for weddings and larger receptions is the formal Great Hall featuring 40-foot ceilings and Palladian windows. The cozy old-world charm of the Lower Great Hall is perfect for the cocktail hour of an event celebrated in the Great Hall or to host a smaller, less formal event. Our newly renovated tented pavilion, which is the perfect mix of indoor amenities and outdoor elegance, is ideal for corporate functions, outdoor weddings, birthday parties, as well as any other special occasion. Located adjacent to the Chinese Scholar Garden, the tent makes the picture perfect destination to celebrate a unique wedding. Snug Harbor is covered by 83-acres of lush greenery, botanical gardens, amazing architecture, and peaceful pathways, including one of the most celebrated gardens in North America, the Chinese Scholar’s Garden. The Tuscan Garden, modeled after the Villa Gamberaia in Florence, stands out with its magnificently landscaped terraces, formal water elements, topiaries, and period plantings

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Located in the stunning mountains of Northwestern New Jersey, Rock Island Lake Club is a unique and unforgettable setting for your wedding. Tucked away amidst natural beauty on a private lake, this hidden gem offers the idyllic backdrop for a fun, romantic, and outdoor celebration.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Event Space
• 1 space at this venue

Preserving Legacy in Lincoln Park. The long-anticipated revival of the quintessential west-side Jersey City haunt has commenced. Casino in the Park, the hospitality core of Lincoln Park, has been an entertainment hub since its inception in 1950, playing host to celebrity and political dignitaries including Frank Sinatra and former President Bill Clinton. The ambitious site plan, showcasing a reimagined Casino in the Park structure, creatively incorporates aspects of the site’s legacy into the contemporary design. Adaptive reuse of the stone façade, timber beams and antique fixtures from the original Lincoln Lodge, Est. 1929, will be featured visual elements of the new facility, enabling the long and illustrious legacy to continue.

Zen Space is a spectacular 12,000 sf loft filled with daylight, furniture and amenities available for film shoot, photo shoots, parties & events

• Spaces for 200-500 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces

• Spaces for 700 Guests

Art Factory is the most Extraordinary wedding venue, and just 12 miles from NYC! We create events like we build our movie sets, and we embrace your family and religious traditions. We include bespoke theme generation and decor planning from our team of artists/designers, 24 hr. access (from 5AM until 5 the next morning!), bridal and groom suites, ceremony, cocktail and reception spaces! We provide the spaces, tables, chairs, lighting, and decorating with décor, props and candles from our showroom. We have multiple venue options and dates to fit any budget and style! All tax, gratuity and fees are included. We have a host of caterers we recommend or you can bring your own!

• Spaces for 200-240 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Event Space

Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel offers stylish and flexible event space just minutes from New York City and the Meadowlands Sports Complex. Featuring contemporary ballrooms and adaptable meeting rooms, this venue supports weddings, corporate events, and social celebrations with thoughtful layouts and modern amenities. Expansive prefunction areas and customizable catering options help bring seamless flow to every gathering, while expert planners assist with logistics from start to finish. Comfortable guest rooms, a well-appointed lobby, and convenient location near transportation and entertainment make it easy for attendees to feel welcomed and connected. With a blend of sophistication, service, and accessibility, this hotel delivers memorable experiences for events of all sizes.

• Spaces for 65 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Spring Valley Meadows is an outdoor event center that offers a unique and attractive venue for weddings and special events. Spring Valley Meadows is one of Jacques Exclusive Catering's gorgeous venues. Spring Valley Meadows provides guests with a sense of elegant beauty and charm. The sprawling 15-acre grounds and flower farm offers scenic views from all angles. With a garden, patio and rustic 1800s barn, you and your guests will experience a variety of intimate and memorable experiences throughout your entire celebration. Spring Valley Meadows also boasts an outdoor fire pit and a number of décor elements and details that will provide you with the ultimate rustic New Jersey event experience.

• Spaces for 20-2,000 Guests
• 15 Event Spaces

Hold an unforgettable special event at Liberty Science Center. Our staff of experts can help you design a fabulous occasion, stress-free. Our one-of-a-kind spaces are ideal for any important event, from business conferences and new product announcements to board meetings and galas. We also host stunning weddings and over-the-top bar and bat mitzvahs. Liberty Science Center is a 300,000-square-foot learning center located in Liberty State Park on the Jersey City bank of the Hudson near the Statue of Liberty. The Science Center houses 12 museum exhibition halls, a live animal collection with 110 species, giant aquariums, a 3D theater, live simulcast surgeries, hurricane- and tornado-force wind simulators, K-12 classrooms and labs, teacher-development programs, and the Western Hemisphere's largest and most technologically advanced planetarium—the Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium and LSC Giant Dome Theater. For more information on this incredible event venue, call us at 201.253.1378 or email at specialevents@lsc.org.

• Spaces for 180-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom

In the 1920s, Sam and Anna Asarnow acquired a huge and lovely property in Somerset County, New Jersey, with the intention of using it as a summer vacation home for their family. Yes, you guessed it: this is the parcel of property that would subsequently be transformed into The Forest Lodge. Those who have visited in the past, and who still do so on occasion, are enthusiastic about the place's history. In addition to entertaining, the Asarnows liked inviting guests to come here for a day of leisure and entertainment. When friends had such a good time at the Lodge, they spread the word, and friends who came to visit quickly became friends of friends, and ultimately strangers began turning up to enjoy the grounds. By 1933, the grounds had grown in popularity to the point that the Asarnows felt it was only natural to begin collecting a $.25/person entry fee to the general public. This was the impetus for the establishment of a family-owned business that is still in operation today under the Forest Lodge brand name. It was the Esso Corporation (now Exxon Mobil) that hosted the first company picnic, which took place in the mid-1930s. The Asarnow family sold the property to Robert Evans in 1968, and Evans continued to operate the company until 1980, keeping the picnic grounds available to the public for a fee and diversifying services by converting the venue into a Country Rock Bar at night. Robert Evans died in 1980. The Forest Lodge property was bought by Charlie Alberto in 1980, and he has since worked to preserve the original concept of the Asarnow family by providing a location for guests to unwind and enjoy the fresh rural air. In addition, he revived the venue by modernizing the menus, amenities, and entertainment to meet the demands of the present and future generations of guests. The Alberto family took the choice to lock their doors to the public shortly after acquiring the firm from the previous owners. Guests arriving without a reservation were being turned away from their business functions, which were becoming increasingly popular. Aside from that, the Alberto family shuttered the Country Rock Bar in 1981 to build the Sherwood Chalet, which today serves as a venue for events ranging from weddings and bar mitzvahs to business meetings and seminars. Forest Lodge has grown from a picnic site to a Full Service Event Coordination company, specializing in all types of corporate events, including seminars, meetings, company picnics, team building events, morale boosters, and elegant outdoor events, in addition to the social events held in The Sherwood Chalet. Forest Lodge is owned and operated by the Alberto family. Aside from that, Forest Lodge acts as a first employment for many young individuals in the local region, with up to 150 part-time staff members working there. The management team consists of Charlie Alberto III, President, Vice President Linda A. Taylor, CMP, General Manager Brian Howard, and Sharon Pier, Assistant Events Manager. Other members of the management team include: As a team, we have decades of combined expertise that can help you make your event absolutely exceptional!

• Spaces for 16-500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 3 Total Spaces

We will ensure that one of the most significant days of your life is a stress-free and wonderful event for you. Our talented event planners will collaborate with you to create a celebration that is tailored to your specific needs and reflects your own flair. Ceremonies, cocktail hours, and wedding receptions may all be held in our stunning Glass House, which boasts 20-foot-high magnificent ceilings. Enter our exquisite 5,300-square-foot ballroom, which has stunning crystal chandeliers and towering 18-foot-high ceilings, and make a big entry to begin your celebration. Our ballroom, which can accommodate up to 400 people and may be divided into numerous parts, is available for rental. Our newest event space, The Crescent, is a spectacular glass-enclosed Solarium with crystal chandeliers, 20-foot ceilings, and is encircled by a stunning outdoor terrace, making it the perfect setting for any occasion. With glass panels that are individually regulated and can be tinted darker on demand, the Solarium's glass panels block out sunlight while allowing for daytime meetings and activities to take place without glare. The Solarium is constructed with cutting-edge dynamic glass by SageGlass®. Suitable for receptions, weddings, cocktail parties, lunches, dinners, and meetings for up to 150 standing guests and 96 seated people, this multipurpose venue provides a beautiful backdrop for any occasion. This urban sanctuary is located about 15 miles from Newark Liberty International Airport, near Interstate 78 between exits 41 and 43, and is easily accessible by car or public transportation. Enjoy convenient access to The Summit train station, which provides transit to and from New York.