Top Branchburg Venues

• Spaces for 190-200 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Event Space

In the heart of Skillman, New Jersey, Cherry Valley Country Club offers a balance of classic beauty and refined comfort. The expansive clubhouse overlooks rolling greens, providing a graceful backdrop for weddings, galas, and private gatherings. With gourmet cuisine and attentive service, each celebration reflects the sophistication and warmth of this beloved country club.

• 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 30-165 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 4 Total Spaces

The Bernards Inn is a boutique hotel and event destination in Bernardsville, New Jersey, recognized as New Jersey's only AAA Four-Diamond rated hotel and restaurant. The property's historic building has been given a refreshed interior that pays homage to its original character through bright colors, large windows, stone fireplaces, and equine-themed artwork — brought to life through its partnership with Red Horse by David Burke, named New Jersey's Best New Restaurant by NJ Monthly. The culinary program centers on premium steaks and seafood under Chef David Burke's direction. For private events, the Inn brings together multiple configurable spaces capable of hosting everything from intimate rehearsal dinners to full wedding receptions with dancing. The Fenwick Ballroom accommodates up to 155 seated guests or 200 for cocktail receptions. The Bernie — an underground speakeasy-style supper club with live entertainment, hidden projectors, and a fully stocked bar — provides a distinctive backdrop for celebrations of up to 155 guests. Overnight accommodations are available on-site, making the Bernards Inn a self-contained venue for multi-day celebrations.

• Spaces for 20-800 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 5 Wineries
• 5 Total Spaces

Beneduce Vineyards is a 77-acre family-owned farm winery in Pittstown, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. The vineyard was established in 2009 by owner and winemaker Mike Beneduce, building on a multi-generational family winemaking tradition rooted in Italian heritage. All wines are 100% estate grown, with a focus on sustainable, cool-climate viticulture — a commitment recognized through the property's River Friendly Farm Certification. The vineyard has been named among Travel + Leisure's Top 25 US Vineyards and ranked #4 Winery in the U.S. by Tasting Table. For private events, the property offers five distinct settings accommodating anywhere from 10 to 150 guests: The Crush Pad, an outdoor covered gathering space built with fieldstone and reclaimed wood; The Oasis, a tropical greenhouse with year-round lush plantings; The Loft, an intimate indoor space with a bird's-eye view of the winery floor; the Stone Patio, centered around a large stone fire pit; and the Shaded Patios, open-air seating alongside the vineyard vines. Private events are staffed and include tables, chairs, and access to a curated list of approved local caterers.

• Spaces for 85-450 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Morven Museum & Garden is a National Historic Landmark in Princeton, New Jersey, built around 1757 by Richard Stockton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. The estate served as New Jersey's official Governor's Mansion from 1945 to 1981, housing five governors, before reopening as a museum and public garden in 2004 following a multi-phase restoration. More than 260 years of history are woven into the grounds, from the Colonial Revival gardens to the period architecture of the mansion itself. Three event spaces accommodate weddings, receptions, and private gatherings of varying sizes. The Stockton Education Center is a modern indoor venue with views of the pocket gardens, welcoming up to 115 guests for cocktail receptions or 85 for seated dinners, with WiFi, accessible restrooms, and 60 on-site parking spaces. The Great Lawn is a sweeping outdoor space framed by mature trees, accommodating up to 400 guests for cocktail receptions, buffet dinners, or seated dinners, with the option to add a tent for larger events or weather coverage. The Colonial Revival Garden offers a historically designed open-air setting for ceremonies and tented gatherings. Planning resources include an approved caterer list and a preferred vendor list.

• Spaces for 170-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Barn
• 2 Historic Spaces

The Farmhouse is a 340-year-old historic estate set on more than 10 acres in Hampton, New Jersey. Original stone fireplaces built from European ship ballast stones, reclaimed barn wood, and mature landscaping shape a property that feels genuinely rooted in place — complemented by a restored Pennsylvania barn, a 19th-century schoolhouse, and a landscape landmark known as the Kissing Tree. Two distinct event spaces anchor the venue. The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 265 guests beneath crystal chandeliers and alongside a stone fireplace, with wide-plank floors and reclaimed wood walls framing celebrations from intimate dinners to large receptions. The Silo, a reconstructed Pennsylvania barn, hosts up to 170 guests under soaring exposed beams and a two-story brick fireplace, well-suited for smaller gatherings that call for warmth and character. Both spaces support indoor ceremony arrangements as well as outdoor ceremony locations across the estate grounds. The culinary program is led by Chefs Anthony Bucco and Christine Ayers, who draw from a farm-to-table sourcing approach using Dancing Goat Farm and an in-house butcher shop. A Wine Spectator award-winning wine program accompanies the food. Dedicated Event Stylists guide couples from the first tour through the final send-off.

• 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.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

Hopewell Valley Vineyards is a 75-acre winery and event estate set at the base of the Sourland Mountains near Pennington, New Jersey. Established in 2001 by Sergio and Violetta Neri, the vineyard draws on three generations of Tuscan winemaking tradition, cultivating 20 acres of wine grapes on clay-loam soil and producing an award-winning portfolio of both classic vinifera and regionally adapted varieties. The property offers several distinct event spaces — a Tuscan-inspired Upper Tasting Room with vaulted ceilings and a covered deck overlooking the vineyards, an industrial Tank Room surrounded by stainless steel fermentation tanks, a Lower Tasting Room with a musical stage and brick oven, and a seasonal 40' × 80' covered pole tent framed by vineyard views. The spaces host bridal and baby showers, birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, and weddings. In-house catering draws from a Mediterranean-inspired menu with American appetizers, complemented by brick-oven pizza on weekends. All wine served on the property is made exclusively on-site, grounding every event in the vineyard's own harvest.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

The Updike Farmstead is a six-acre historic property operated by the Historical Society of Princeton, situated within the Princeton Battlefield/Stony Brook Settlement Historic District and listed on the State and National Register of Historic Places. Set amid preserved farmland minutes from downtown Princeton, the property features a late 18th/early 19th-century farmhouse, a 1892 barn renovated as a premier event space, a windmill, and surrounding gardens. The barn serves as the primary event space, hosting weddings, holiday parties, corporate gatherings, nonprofit meetings, and other private occasions. The farmhouse offers a bridal suite on the second floor, while the front lawn provides an outdoor setting for ceremonies. Amenities include a small kitchen in the barn, ample parking, indoor restrooms, Wi-Fi, and accessibility accommodations for guests with disabilities. The venue is available for private rentals from late April through early November.

• Spaces for 120 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Park

The Forest Road Park Building is a rental facility operated by the Fanwood Recreation Department in Fanwood, New Jersey. The main room spans 43 by 35 feet and accommodates up to 120 guests, with heat, air conditioning, and restroom facilities. Available for groups of 45 or more and for any event requiring kitchen access, the building includes a full kitchen available for an additional fee. Approximately 20 tables and more than 100 chairs are provided with each rental at no extra charge. The building sits within Forest Road Park, which also features a playground.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

Brookmill Farm is a private estate retreat set on nearly 14 acres of wooded grounds outside Lambertville, New Jersey. The 200-plus-year-old property sits alongside a tranquil brook and features two houses with eight sleeping rooms, a spacious bridal suite with views of the grounds, an oversized lap pool, a fire pit gathering area, a private waterfall, and a covered bridge. The estate specializes in weekend wedding retreats — full-property buyouts where couples and their guests stay on-site from Friday through Sunday. The grounds accommodate up to 250 guests for ceremonies and receptions, with an Intimate Affairs option available for groups under 50. Add-on rentals include a framed tent with permits, a 20-by-28-foot dance floor, Chiavari chairs, and shuttle service.

• Spaces for 375 Guests

Nestled midway between Manhattan and Philadelphia on 15 rolling acres, the Park Château Estate & Gardens is a beautiful wedding venue and event hall bringing guests over 30 years of catering experience straight to their table. This elegant wedding venue allows its visitors to step into the pages of a classic French Novel by embracing the gorgeous architecture of the time and capturing the essence of romance. Located in East Brunswick, New Jersey, the Park Château Estate & Gardens is an ideal midway point for many families and friends in the tristate area.Whether you are looking for the top wedding venue in New Jersey or a top-notch catering hall for your next corporate event, our staff and management has spent decades transforming ordinary occasions into unforgettable experiences. Allow us to host your next wedding or event and allow yourself to indulge in the meticulously crafted beauty, magic, and elegance that will turn your dreams into a breathtaking reality.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Hotel
• 1 space at this venue

Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn occupies a restored 19th-century train station on the banks of the Delaware River in Lambertville, New Jersey, one hour from both Philadelphia and New York City. The property brings together an award-winning restaurant, a 46-room boutique hotel, and dedicated event facilities in a single historic building. The Riverside Ballroom is the venue's primary event space, accommodating up to 200 guests behind floor-to-ceiling windows that frame unobstructed views of the Delaware River. In-house wedding planning and customized menu design are available for private celebrations ranging from rehearsal dinners to full receptions. The property's combination of on-site lodging and riverside dining makes it a natural choice for destination events and multi-day gatherings.

• Spaces for 230 Guests

The Chandelier at Flanders Valley is a wedding and banquet venue situated in a scenic valley in Flanders, Morris County, New Jersey. The property features a winding paver pathway, a blue stone patio, and a wedding pergola positioned alongside a flowing stream, with a country landscape that changes through the seasons. The venue operates on a single-event model, hosting one wedding at a time to ensure each celebration receives dedicated attention. Two banquet rooms, adorned with Austrian crystal chandeliers, accommodate between 75 and 240 guests. Experienced Banquet Specialists guide couples and hosts through menu and service selections to build a customized celebration. In addition to weddings, The Chandelier hosts anniversaries, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, birthdays, corporate events, galas, and holiday parties.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Country Club

A family-oriented private club dedicated to providing an outstanding golf course and excellence in social and other sporting activities in a welcoming, friendly environment while preserving the rich history of the club. Spring Brook Country Club was founded in 1921 and is located in Spring, New Jersey. With an 18-hole championship golf course and a fully equipped pro shop, the Club also has an impressive racquets facilities, which comprises Har-Tru tennis courts, illuminated platform tennis courts, and the Tennis Hut (which can accommodate up to 100 people). Walter J. Travis, a golfing icon, is the course designer for Spring Brook Golf Club. The Gauntlet, which consists of three consecutive par 3s that surround Armstrong Pond on Spring Brook's excellent course, presents an unexpected and fascinating challenge to this wonderful course. The practice facilities and halfway house at the Club add to the overall enjoyment of its members' golfing experience. Weddings at Spring Brook are nothing short of spectacular. Spring Brook provides the ideal backdrop for every occasion, whether it's a small, personal gathering, an English garden party, or a grandiose dinner. Several dining rooms offer a choice of options for any type of event or gathering. Views of our 18-hole golf course from our big Dining Room, our formal Armstrong Room, and our Travis Tavern give the perfect backdrop for any occasion, while the photo possibilities on our golf course and grounds are unsurpassed.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

HollyHedge Estate is an 18th-century farm and estate perched above the Delaware River near New Hope, Pennsylvania, in historic Bucks County. The original stone structure was built in the 1780s by carpenter Watson Fell, whose family farmed the land for nearly 240 years; in the 1930s, former Trenton Times editor James Kerney transformed the property into a private estate, adding the ornate English gardens that still shape its grounds today. The Luccaro family has owned HollyHedge since 1994. Couples and corporate groups can choose from indoor and outdoor ceremony options across the property, including the courtyard and the Historic Stone Barn for cocktail hour, and a modern event space for formal receptions. HollyHedge's in-house planning team and catering staff handle every wedding on site, preparing seasonal menus with local farmers and distributors, and a liquor license allows the estate to offer bar service as part of its wedding packages. The Estate also operates The Inn at HollyHedge, 15 guest rooms set in the original manor house and fieldstone outbuildings, giving wedding guests a place to stay just steps from the celebration. The property runs on solar energy and grows some of its own produce for the kitchen, reflecting the sustainability focus the current owners have brought to the estate's long history.

• Spaces for 220 Guests

Hawk Pointe Golf Club occupies a wooded setting in Washington, New Jersey, where an 18-hole, par-72 course designed by Kelly Blake Moran winds through manicured greens backed by mountain views. Described as "a club in the country" rather than a traditional country club, the property has hosted prestigious NJSGA and MGA golf tournaments since 2000. The banquet facility — known as The View at Hawk Pointe — is open to members and non-members alike for weddings, receptions, bar and bat mitzvahs, sweet sixteen celebrations, showers, reunions, corporate meetings, and a range of other social events. The clubhouse carries a warm, rustic character with panoramic views from every room and an outdoor veranda. On-site event coordinators guide clients from initial booking through event day, backed by an in-house catering team and a suite of complimentary services that includes audio-visual equipment, a speaker podium and microphone, wireless internet, and personal menu printing.

• Spaces for 120-165 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The James Ward Mansion in Union County has been referred to as "Union County's Best Kept Secret." Stunning 24 foot ceilings, gold gilt architectural detail, spiral staircases, fireplaces, and French furnishings create an environment of unequaled elegance and charm. This multi-faceted arrangement, which is exquisitely lighted, provides a majestic environment, solitude, and comfort for your perfect day. The sky-lit garden atrium space, complete with a spectacular functioning fountain, exudes a refined air of romanticism and sophistication. This is the ideal location for your event! The James Ward Mansion is committed to providing exceptional and customized service, and they provide full-service food and event planning as well. The Mansion is an inclusive environment, and people of all backgrounds are welcome here. The James Ward Mansion specializes in one-of-a-kind boutique weddings, whether you have 30 or 120 guests in attendance. "Make Our Mansion Your Mansion" is an offer you simply cannot reject since it is made one event at a time and one event each day.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Avos Ria Mar is a Portuguese restaurant and event venue in South River, New Jersey, founded in 1987 by Manuel da Silva, a head chef whose roots in the craft stretch back to 1969. The kitchen carries forward family recipes and cultural traditions, presenting traditional Portuguese cuisine with a modern twist in a welcoming, casual atmosphere. For private events, the venue accommodates groups from 20 to 120 guests, hosting birthdays, showers, anniversaries, communions, and weddings. A dedicated banquet room provides a classic setting, and menus are customized to each event's style and budget — with no set minimum required for room rental. Off-site catering is available as well, delivering the same food and service to outside locations.

• Spaces for 225 Guests

Sand Castle Winery sits on a 72-acre estate along the Delaware River in Erwinna, in Pennsylvania's Bucks County. Founded in 1974, the winery blends Slovakian heritage with American winemaking, cultivating estate-grown Cabernet, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Noir on the property. The winery's tasting room offers guests a setting to sample its handcrafted, estate-grown wines, with charcuterie boards available on weekends. Sand Castle Winery also hosts private events and weddings on the grounds, giving planners a vineyard backdrop rooted in the estate's winemaking legacy.