Top Franklin Township Venues

• Spaces for 24-300 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Liberty Hall Museum occupies 23 acres in Union, New Jersey, on the grounds of a Georgian-style residence built in 1772 by William Livingston — New Jersey's first elected governor and a signer of the United States Constitution. Over seven generations of the Livingston and Kean families, the original 14-room home grew into a 50-room Victorian mansion that now houses collections of antique furniture, decorative arts, and clothing spanning more than 250 years of American history. The estate hosts private events from May through October, welcoming up to 150 guests for weddings, conferences, workshops, and celebrations. Its formal English parterre garden and maze, fragrant rose garden, historic herb garden, apple orchard, and 12-acre ArbNet-recognized arboretum provide a setting shaped by centuries of garden design. An 1882 Carriage House and a tented reception area alongside the gardens offer distinct settings for ceremonies and receptions. Wedding guests are invited to explore the mansion's historic rooms through guided tours while festivities are underway.

• Spaces for 300-600 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Nestled in 415 acres of protected woodlands, The Hilton Garden Inn Staten Island is a grand hotel offering 198 rooms and suites, the world-class Lorenzo’s Restaurant Bar and Cabaret, and the elegant Nicotra’s Ballroom. The Hilton Garden Inn Staten Island, located on 415 acres of protected forests, is a beautiful hotel with 198 rooms and suites, a world-class restaurant and bar called Lorenzo's Restaurant Bar and Cabaret, and an elegant ballroom called Nicotra's Ballroom. Nicotra's Ballroom, located minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport and Manhattan, is a spectacular venue for your wedding or special occasion. BALLROOMS The freshly renovated Nicotra's Ballroom, which features lavish wall coverings and stunning gilded chairs, will provide guests with the high service and elegance of a Manhattan event. Floor to ceiling windows let you to take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding wooded surroundings from every angle. In each individual banquet hall, the warm, vibrant color palettes create a cozy, private atmosphere. Nicotra's Ballroom is an elegant and beautiful setting in which to celebrate your special day. TREVI GARDEN is a garden in Trevi, Italy. Our silk-tented, Italian piazza-inspired Trevi Garden, complete with cobblestone flooring and lampposts from Venice, will transport you to another time and place. Italy's old-world charm, as well as its inherent romance and grandeur, should be experienced.

• Spaces for 280-400 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Event Space

We provide daily breakfast, lunch, and supper in an elegant private environment for members to enjoy with their families, friends, colleagues, and customers, as well as for themselves. Our members have access to two daily eating areas that are separate from one another, as well as al fresco patio dining. The PAC is also one of the state's premier event facilities, with a state-of-the-art ballroom and a variety of additional private rooms suitable for everything from weddings to business events and everything in between. The Park Avenue Foundation is supported by the Park Avenue Club as part of our Spirit of Giving charitable purpose. The Foundation provides financial assistance to thirteen charitable and cultural groups in the community. Over $6 million has been granted since the program's start in 1994. Thank you for taking the time to visit Park Avenue Club. We look forward to hearing from you with your comments, questions, and suggestions. Please feel free to contact us using the form below or by emailing the appropriate department. We will do everything we can to respond to your query as quickly as possible. We are the newest state-of-the-art venue in the area, having recently finished a $8.5 million dollar building and remodeling project. We have all of the latest facilities to make your celebration unique and unforgettable. What ever it is that you can conjure up, our team is ready to execute it. Everything from modest parties and meetings to extravagant weddings and business events may be held in one of our 11 private rooms.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

The Crystal and Emerald Ballrooms at the Radisson Freehold offer two distinct event spaces in Monmouth County, New Jersey, suited for weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, corporate galas, and social celebrations. The Crystal Ballroom spans more than 5,100 square feet and centers on dramatic crystal chandeliers with ceiling cove lighting that can be customized to coordinate with any event palette. The Emerald Ballroom, at just over 2,100 square feet, carries a similar aesthetic at a scale better suited to intimate gatherings. Both ballrooms open to indoor and outdoor ceremony options — guests can exchange vows beneath the chandeliers or outdoors by the fountain and garden. In-house gourmet catering and a dedicated team of event coordinators are included with every event, with a personal wedding coordinator and a maître d' assigned to each occasion. Accommodations for guests and newlyweds are available on-site through the adjoining Radisson hotel, making the venue a practical one-stop option for destination weddings and multi-day celebrations.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Outdoor

The Garden Ballroom at Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton is a dedicated wedding and events venue on the grounds of the Hilton Garden Inn in Hamilton, New Jersey. The property offers three distinct spaces — the Garden Ballroom, the Garden Patio, and the Pond Gazebo — allowing celebrations to flow from an outdoor ceremony to cocktail hour to a seated reception under one address. The Garden Ballroom accommodates up to 180 guests in a classic indoor setting furnished with champagne chiavari chairs with pearl cushions, wall-mounted sconces, and matching mini chandeliers. The covered Garden Patio extends events outdoors, featuring warm brick flooring, a custom canopy with hanging chandeliers, a brick fire pit, overhead string lights, and manicured flower beds for up to 100 guests. Ceremonies are held at the private Pond Gazebo, set beside a trumpet-shaped fountain and framed by the property's gardens. In-house catering, a dedicated event coordination team, and 105 on-site hotel guest rooms make the venue a practical choice for wedding weekends, social celebrations, corporate banquets, and private dinners.

• Spaces for 375 Guests

With its renowned 19th Century architecture and magnificent grounds, in addition to superb cuisine prepared by our renowned Chef and impeccable service, the Park Savoy Estate is the perfect setting for a grand country home wedding. The Park Savoy Estate is located in the middle of New Jersey. It was built in the 18th century. It is private and easily accessible, and it is at a handy location for you and your visitors. Our venue is the ideal setting for New Jersey weddings as well as corporate functions and fundraisers, banquets, and other celebrations. For more than 50 years, The Park Savoy Estate has been one of the most prestigious and most sought-after wedding venues in New Jersey, as well as a popular place for corporate gatherings, fundraisers, and other special events of all kinds. The Park Savoy Estate's timeless house and gardens, nestled in a historical garden setting, provide you with a picture-perfect and distinctively exquisite setting for your wedding day.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Historic Space

Colts Neck Inn Steakhouse carries a rare distinction: established in 1717, it is recognized as the oldest inn in New Jersey and the sixth oldest in the United States. Located in Colts Neck Township, Monmouth County, the steakhouse underwent its first comprehensive renovation in over two decades in 2024, reopening with a refreshed interior while retaining its deep roots in hospitality. The kitchen focuses on hand-cut steaks prepared fresh daily from scratch, with custom menu planning available for private events. The venue hosts private gatherings from 25 to 200 guests. The banquet space can be divided into two rooms for intimate occasions or opened fully for larger celebrations. Complimentary Wi-Fi and live music every weekend are available to enhance private events, and the culinary team works directly with clients to design a menu suited to the occasion.

• 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 150 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

In Clove Lakes Park, you will find the ideal getaway. Escape the daily grind and enjoy our gourmet dining in this beautiful lakeside location. Brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktails are all available. Our skilled staff will design your wedding, anniversary, shower, or business event to perfection. We will respond to your every need and ensure that your eating experience on our terrace or waterfront patio is one to remember. See what is all the commotion about! The Stone House Restaurant is located in the middle of Clove Lakes Park on its own own island. The Stone House is the ideal location for your next event, surrounded by the natural splendor of Staten Island's lakes, ponds, paths, and animals. Enjoy the ambiance of our magnificent slate-roofed house, which is wonderfully located on the water. Our lakeside terrace, with its gazebo and fountains, offers stunning vistas and spectacular surroundings that can be the highlight of your next catered event or dinner. We provide a choice of party packages to suit your preferences and budget. Our facility can accommodate everything from small, personal gatherings to major weddings and business events. We have room for up to 150 persons. To organize a personal tour with one of our event planners, please contact us directly. Please see our Chef's Loft page for smaller, more intimate gatherings of 16–20 people for sit-down dinner or up to 25 people for a cocktail-style setting. Weddings The Stone House at Clove Lakes is a huge Staten Island haven and a premier island wedding location with award-winning dining and lodging. Our professional wedding planners assist couples in making their fantasies a reality. Allow our team to assist you in having a stress-free, yet top-notch experience on your wedding day.

• 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 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 75-175 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Vineyards
• 2 Total Spaces

Crossing Vineyards & Winery sits on a 200-year-old estate less than a mile from the spot where George Washington crossed the Delaware River in 1776. Founded by the Carroll family, the winery released its inaugural vintage in 2002 and now spans a 20-acre vineyard in Newtown, Pennsylvania. The property offers several distinct settings for private events. The Vineyard Room is a renovated hay loft with granite tables, while the Garden Room opens onto panoramic vineyard views and connects to an open-air terrace and gardens. The Barrel Room places guests inside the working winery itself, surrounded by oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. For weddings, Vistas at the Vineyard is a tented outdoor space overlooking the vineyard, available May through October for 75 to 175 guests, while an indoor winery space with oak barrel-lined walls and wrought-iron chandeliers hosts weddings of 25 to 75 guests year-round. These spaces suit bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, milestone birthdays, corporate functions, and client appreciation events, with an experienced events team and approved catering partners supporting each celebration.

• Spaces for 100-750 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 3 Meeting Spaces

The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport houses 14,692 square feet of flexible event and meeting space across 18 rooms, supported by a dedicated on-site events team. The Garden State Ballroom — the hotel's largest event space at 7,480 square feet — accommodates up to 625 guests for seated dinners and 750 for receptions. A third-floor atrium terrace serves as a pre-function space for cocktail receptions and dinners. For groups of varying sizes, the Essex Ballroom, Camden Room, Hudson Room, Monmouth Room, and additional breakout spaces provide configurable options for receptions, banquets, and conferences. The hotel's 502 guest rooms allow attendees to stay on-site, and a complimentary shuttle to Newark Liberty International Airport is available for arriving and departing guests.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 4 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space
• 5 Total Spaces

Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve is a 134-acre native plant sanctuary in Bucks County's Pidcock Creek Valley, near Washington Crossing Historic Park, where over 700 species native to Pennsylvania grow across roughly 4.5 miles of trails through forest, meadow, and streamside habitat. Established in 1934 as a memorial to the Revolutionary War patriots who camped in the area with George Washington's army, the preserve has grown into an accredited botanical garden built almost entirely around native plantings first established under botanist Dr. Edgar T. Wherry. For weddings and private events, the grounds offer several distinct outdoor settings, from the timber-framed Moore Pavilion, which seats up to 200 with picnic tables and a wood-burning fireplace, to the stone-patio Pond area, the wooded Gazebo, and the Stone Bridge over Pidcock Creek for smaller ceremonies. Tent rentals through the preserve's event partner can accommodate gatherings of up to 350. Special events at the preserve are managed by its exclusive event partner, Open Aire Affairs.

• 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 30-1,200 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 3 Meeting Spaces

The Best Western Plus Robert Treat Hotel is a great place to stay if you're looking for that extra something. The Best Western Plus Robert Treat Hotel will stand out among the other hotels in Newark, New Jersey, thanks to its modern conveniences and well designed interior. For the business traveler, a large work station and complimentary internet connection are provided in all of our guest rooms, ensuring that you don't miss a beat when away from your workplace. For guests staying for an extended period of time, each room has a handy small fridge, which is great for storing drinks and snacks. As an added convenience, we offer a fitness center on site so that you can keep up with your training program while traveling. As is usually the case with Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, the Best Western Plus Robert Treat Hotel will offer you with the exceptional customer service that you have come to expect. Our first-class facilities, excellent catering, and friendly service make us the ideal location for wedding receptions. The recently restored Crystal room, which is reminiscent of a bygone age when ballrooms were lavishly decorated with crystal chandeliers and romantic candlelight banquets, provides a stark contrast to the impersonal ambience of most ballrooms. Come and have a look for yourself!

• Spaces for 200-500 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Wedding receptions at Vanderbilt at South Beach are unlike any other events you'll attend. There are few places where you can have a destination wedding that is close to home. For your celebration or reception, our event specialists will design an environment that is both memorable and welcoming. Here is where your happily ever after begins. Every attention to detail has been meticulously planned and refined. Every aspect of your wedding day will be a dream come true, from getting ready with your bridesmaids in our private bridal suite to making a grand entrance as you are introduced to your guests as a married couple, to the moment of your first dance, to dancing the night away until dawn. As experienced wedding planners, we understand that it is our meticulous attention to detail, combined with our artistry and elegance, that allows us to create your perfect day. Our oceanfront location not only provides the perfect backdrop for your reception, but it also allows us to provide you with beachside wedding ceremony options as well as magnificent photo opportunities under the most beautiful sunsets in Southern California. It is our pleasure to take your ideas and assist you in creating a personally spectacular event that both you and your guests will remember and enjoy for a lifetime! Whenever it's time to truly commemorate a momentous occasion and create lasting memories that are commensurate with the significance of the event, the Vanderbilt at South Beach is the ideal destination that can transform your moments into something magical. Whether you're celebrating a bar/bat mitzvah, a sweet 16, an anniversary, or any other social occasion deserving of recognition, our event planners can transform your gathering into something truly extraordinary. Besides the breathtaking beauty of the surroundings, the level of service, the quality of the food, as well as the creativity and connections of our event specialists, provide all of the elements necessary to make your event a rousing success.

• 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 90-250 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Total Spaces

If you're planning a wedding by the sea, the Oyster Point Hotel is the perfect spot. Whatever the occasion, whether it's your wedding day or a renewal of your vows, our luxury boutique hotel provides the ideal backdrop for your celebration. Consider holding your cocktail reception on the banks of the Navesink River, followed by a night of dancing in our newly refurbished waterfront ballroom on the second floor. Incredible river views, amazing service, and delectable cuisine are just a few of the elements that contribute to a really unforgettable wedding. The ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, bridal luncheon, and departure breakfast may all be customized to meet your specific needs and desires. Our skilled catering crew will be there to assist you with every element of your wedding reception. The ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, bridal luncheon, and departure breakfast may all be customized to meet your specific needs and desires.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Large and comfortable, our rooms are decorated in a modern style with rich chocolate and cream textiles, black patterned carpeting, and sleek espresso-colored furnishings. Flat-screen televisions and high-speed Internet access provide up-to-date convenience for your work or pleasure trip. The Molly Pitcher Inn is the ideal place for your wedding ceremony with a view of the river. Your wedding, anniversary, or vow renewal will be a memorable occasion at our historic Inn. Consider holding your cocktail reception on our promenade along the banks of the Navesink River, followed by a night of dancing in our Ballroom with a view of the river. All of the elements that go into creating an outstanding wedding include a luxurious location, great service, and delectable cuisine. The ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, bridal luncheon, and departure breakfast may all be customized to meet your specific needs and desires. Our skilled catering crew will be there to assist you with every element of your wedding reception.