Top Rensselaerville Venues

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space

The Altamura Center for the Arts & Cultures sits in Round Top, New York, in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Founded in 1970 by soprano Carmela Bucceri Altamura and her husband Leonard Altamura, the center grew from a performing arts school into a cultural organization known for its international voice competition and immersive summer opera institute — drawing faculty from institutions including La Scala. From April through November, the center opens its grounds for weddings and private events. The property offers a blend of indoor and outdoor spaces — including a tent, decks, and canopies — and accommodates gatherings of 100 or more guests. A bridal suite is available on site, and hotel accommodations with event package pricing are within walking distance.

• Spaces for 90-225 Guests
• 2 Barns
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Waterfront

Blenheim Hill Farm is a full-service, all-inclusive wedding venue set on 300 acres of Catskills farmland in Jefferson, New York — roughly three hours from New York City. The property encompasses private lakes, ancient forests, meadows, and a collection of historic barns on a working sustainable farm. The main reception space, the 18th-century Blenheim Barn, seats 100 to 225 guests beneath original timber-beam ceilings with integrated climate control and no noise curfew. The two-level Brewery Barn, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Twin Lakes, hosts rehearsal dinners and intimate receptions for 70 to 90 guests. Multiple outdoor ceremony settings — lakeside at the Twin Lakes, tucked within the Pine Grove, or open in the Meadow — give couples a range of backdrops across the property. All services are bundled into a single package: farm-to-table cuisine by Michelin-trained chefs, a full open bar under the venue's own liquor license, furniture and rentals, day-of coordination, and on-site lodging for up to 40 guests across two restored historic farmhouses. Pricing is all-inclusive with no hidden fees, and the property operates with no noise curfew.

• Spaces for 180-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Barns
• 1 Historic Space

Owl's Hoot Barn is a historic 1800s Dutch barn surrounded by a beautiful natural setting. With a variety of smaller barns, there are many different locations to host your event. The barn can host up to 180 people and the pavilion is a great place to have a cocktail hour. Owl's Hoot Barn also features an incredible outdoor space where couples can have their wedding ceremony. With multiple spaces, it's easy to have every part of your wedding, including the ceremony, cocktail party, and reception, at Owl's Hoot Barn.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

Grapevine Farms Restaurant & Boutique occupies a restored 1850s farmhouse in Cobleskill, New York — the same building long known to locals as "The Mauhs'." The owners discovered the then-abandoned property while studying at SUNY Cobleskill, renovated it with family and friends, and opened on October 12, 2002, just one week after their wedding. Spread across three floors of themed rooms, the property brings together a Farmhouse Bistro, Wine Cellar, bakery, and retail shop under one historic roof. Banquet services are available for private groups looking to host gatherings in the farmhouse setting. Grapevine Farms was named 2020 Retailer of the Year by the New York Wind & Grape Foundation.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Our delicious rooms have been carefully created, and while they are polished, sophisticated, and clever, they are nonetheless simple and have an appeal to everyone. Splendid panoramic mountain views can be found in every room, and many of the accommodations also have a stone fireplace, a private jacuzzi bath with a separate shower, satellite DVD TV, high-speed internet, a private patio, a small kitchenette, superior linen, and one-of-a-kind decor. The verdant grounds and breathtaking vistas at The Kaaterskill offer for the perfect setting for a wedding that both you and your guests will remember fondly for the rest of your lives. The Kaaterskill is unlike any other hideaway since it offers panoramic vistas of the surrounding Catskill Mountains as well as more than 40 acres of spectacular landscape. This gorgeous property showcases the finest that the Catskill Mountains have to offer, including breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, acres of woodland and pastoral land, stunning walkways that run along sluggish rivers, and ancient trees. Using the Wedding and Event Calendar, you may discover which dates at The Kaaterskill are still open. Our Venue Coordinators focus their efforts exclusively on weddings and other special events throughout the week. If you would like more information about hiring the venue for your forthcoming events, please get in touch with the wedding planner at the Kaaterskill by calling (646) 988-5497 or sending an email to weddings@thekaaterskill.com.

• 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 50-5,000 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Meeting Spaces
• 4 Convention Centers

The Albany Capital Center is a modern glass convention and event facility in downtown Albany, New York, offering more than 53,000 square feet of flexible space for groups of 10 to 5,000. The building spans two event levels: Level 2 centers on the Multi-Purpose Room, a 22,500-square-foot ballroom and tradeshow floor with 26-foot ceilings, accommodating up to 1,500 guests banquet-style or 3,100 for receptions; Level 1 houses six configurable meeting rooms and a 10,500-square-foot pre-function area suited for networking receptions, breakout sessions, and exhibit setups. On-site catering is provided by Mazzone Hospitality, operating from a 3,000-square-foot kitchen capable of serving events of up to 5,000 guests. The center connects via enclosed, climate-controlled walkway to MVP Arena, The Egg Performing Arts Center, and the Empire State Plaza Convention Center — together forming the Capital Complex, the largest meeting and event footprint in Upstate New York at more than 159,000 square feet.

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 2,800 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Theater
• 1 Historic Space

The Palace Theatre Albany is a 2,800-seat historic performing arts venue in downtown Albany, New York, built in 1931 and recognized as an architectural landmark in the city. As the largest venue of its scale in Northeastern New York and neighboring New England, the Palace is a destination for concerts, comedy, classical performances, films, and community events — as well as private gatherings including weddings, dance competitions, corporate events, and graduations. Operated by the Palace Performing Arts Center, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, the theatre maintains its original architectural beauty while supporting arts and culture throughout the Capital Region. A strategic partnership with the Grammy Award-winning Albany Symphony underscores its deep roots in the performing arts community. The venue's staging space is scalable for a range of event sizes, and technical support packages are available for private rentals.

• Spaces for 22-150 Guests
• 7 Restaurants
• 4 Event Spaces
• 3 Meeting Spaces

677 Prime brings its fine-dining culinary program to private events at 677 Broadway in downtown Albany, New York, hosting gatherings of 10 to 200 guests across seven distinct spaces on the second floor. Rooms can be reserved individually or combined, scaling from an intimate 22-person boardroom meeting to a 150-guest cocktail reception in the combined State and Hudson rooms. The kitchen team supports every event with chef-driven menus — buffets, passed hors d'oeuvres, specialty cocktail stations, and plated dinners — and accommodates custom requests and dietary restrictions. Several rooms, including the State Room and the State + Hudson combination, offer panoramic views of the Albany skyline; others are configured for conference-style presentations with full A/V setups including projected screens, sound systems, and high-speed internet. The events program is suited to weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, corporate dinners, and business meetings, with a dedicated event sales manager coordinating each booking.

• Spaces for 125 Guests

The Stockade Inn is a boutique hotel and event venue housed in a landmark building that dates to 1814 in Schenectady's Stockade Historic District, one of the oldest continuously inhabited neighborhoods in the United States. Originally constructed as the Mohawk Bank, the structure survived the devastating fire of 1819 that consumed much of the surrounding area. Over the following two centuries it served as a private residence, an educational facility, and — for nearly a century — The Mohawk Club, a prestigious social establishment that counted more than 600 members drawn from the national business community at its peak. Acquired by Urban Initiatives Group in 2020, the property has been restored to blend its original historic character with modern amenities. The inn sits just steps from the Mohawk River. Its event spaces carry the building's architectural heritage throughout: a ceremony room featuring vaulted ceilings and a period fireplace, a ballroom finished with wooden accents and antique chandeliers, and a wooden bar suited to cocktail receptions. Outdoor grounds are available for photography and open-air receptions. The venue hosts weddings, corporate retreats, private dinners, anniversaries, and a range of social celebrations.

• Spaces for 65 Guests

Cornells in Little Italy has been a fixture in Schenectady's Little Italy neighborhood since 1943, rooted in generations of Italian culinary tradition. The restaurant brings old-world ambiance and warm hospitality to every visit, with handcrafted dishes and cocktails prepared using quality ingredients. The venue welcomes private banquets and events, with Monday through Thursday reserved exclusively for private gatherings. On Friday through Sunday evenings, Cornells opens for regular dining service from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Resort

Plattekill Mountain is a ski resort in Roxbury, New York that transforms into an all-inclusive wedding destination from May through October, with limited dates available in winter. The venue's signature experience begins with guests riding the chairlift to a private ceremony deck at the mountain's summit, where a wooden wedding arbor frames panoramic views of the Catskill Mountains for gatherings of up to 150. The reception follows in the base lodge, a rustic-chic space with wood beam ceilings, stone fireplaces, and large windows overlooking the mountain. A wrap-around deck extends the gathering outdoors, complete with firepits, party lighting, and an outdoor bar — the setting for cocktail hour as the sun sets over the ridgeline. All-inclusive pricing covers on-premise catering with locally-sourced menu options, full bar service, and a champagne toast. Buffet menus start at $179 per person and plated menus at $220 per person, with a 50-guest minimum. Plattekill hosts one wedding per weekend and grants the wedding party exclusive use of the resort and lodge for the entire week leading up to the event.

• Spaces for 300-400 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Country Club

The Swan Country Club is a golf and event venue in Saugerties, New York, situated in the Hudson Valley foothills with views of the Catskill Mountains. The centerpiece event space is a 12,500-square-foot octagonal ballroom featuring crystal chandeliers and state-of-the-art theatrical lighting that can be customized to complement any color scheme. The ballroom accommodates more than 300 guests for weddings and private celebrations. Ceremonies can take place on the wrap-around veranda overlooking the manicured grounds and fountains. The venue's in-house culinary team, led by a nationally recognized chef, provides full-service catering with custom menu planning. The Swanbar — a two-level outdoor bar with panoramic mountain views — rounds out the property's event offerings with a farm-to-table menu featuring locally sourced ingredients.

• Spaces for 20 Guests

Breezy Hill Inn is a Victorian bed and breakfast nestled in the Catskill Mountains near Fleischmanns, New York, five minutes from Belleayre Mountain. The property has been featured in the New York Daily News travel section and on NY1 Travels with Delia, and holds a Zagat #1 rating in Fleischmanns. Four guest rooms — the Orange, Green, and Blue Rooms and a Suite — are available alongside a separate house rental. Common areas include a wraparound porch with mountain views, a screened gazebo, a fitness facility, a steam room, and a recreation room with a full-size billiards table. Each morning begins with a gourmet two-course farm-to-table breakfast prepared by the innkeeper. The property has hosted weddings and special occasions in addition to its bed-and-breakfast accommodations.

• Spaces for 35-250 Guests
• 2 Bars
• 1 Waterfront
• 2 Breweries

Revolution Hall is Brown's Brewing Company's dedicated private event building at 425 River Street in Troy, New York. The centerpiece is a two-tiered beer hall with full bar service, accommodating 65 to 250 guests for weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. Food and beverage are led by Brown's Chef Nigel, and the venue has earned the WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2022. Two additional spaces round out the building. The Nest is a light-filled room with views of the Hudson River, available as an add-on to Revolution Hall for wedding parties getting ready or as a cocktail hour overflow space, accommodating up to 35 guests. The Malt Room offers a self-contained speakeasy atmosphere anchored by a copper bar with wood accents, suited for private gatherings of 35 to 75 guests.

• Spaces for 125 Guests

Spillian: A Place to Revel is a restored Gilded Age great camp on 32 acres in the Catskill Mountains outside Fleischmanns, New York. Built in the early 1880s for the Fleischmanns Yeast family, the mansion combines Stick Style and Shingle Style architecture with clear pine paneling and hand-painted murals from the Fleischmann era. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has operated as a private event and retreat venue since 2013. The estate accommodates up to 125 guests across a range of indoor and outdoor settings. Inside, a grand dining room, wraparound porch, and eight guest rooms provide the backdrop for intimate gatherings, with a Steinway piano and concert harp among the original furnishings. Outdoors, the meadow features a stone stage and bonfire ring suited to receptions and ceremonies, and a forest glade enclosed by stone walls offers a more sheltered setting. Spillian operates as a full-facility rental — booked for weddings, retreats, and private celebrations. An in-house chef and kitchen team create custom menus sourced from local farms, and the estate includes free WiFi and a professional sound system.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Farms

Catskill View Weddings & Events occupies Thor Icelandics, LLC., a working Icelandic horse farm in Claverack, New York — in the heart of Columbia County's Hudson Valley, two hours north of New York City and ten minutes from the city of Hudson. The farm is home to more than 50 Icelandic horses and is recognized as the only Icelandic horse farm in North America that operates as a wedding and event venue. Three distinct outdoor spaces — The Hill, the Upper Track, and the Lower Track — each accommodate up to 300 guests. The Hill commands a full 360-degree, unobstructed view of the Hudson Valley and the Catskill Mountain range, with the sun setting directly over the mountains to the west; it is the venue's signature setting. The Upper Track, nestled in the heart of the farm and enclosed by woods on most sides, offers a more private atmosphere with exceptional acoustics. The Lower Track, located near the barnyard entrance, positions guests among active horse fields with the property's large barn visible in the near distance. The venue operates seasonally from late April through early November and hosts a limited number of events per year to preserve the farm's character. All outdoor amenities — tents, seating, catering, and utilities — are brought in through outside vendors, allowing each event to be fully customized within a landscape that is distinctly its own.