Top Rockaway Township Venues

• Spaces for 50-100 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Historic Spaces

The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts occupies Madison's first public library building, a Richardsonian Romanesque Revival structure donated by D. Willis James in 1900. The historic interior features stained glass windows, richly detailed woodwork, and three elaborately decorated fireplaces — a distinctive setting for intimate private events in Madison, NJ. Two spaces are available for rental. The main museum building at 9 Main Street accommodates up to 50 guests across two levels of exhibits devoted to 18th- and 19th-century craftsmanship. The adjacent Education Annex at 23 Main Street offers Renaissance Revival architecture with high ceilings and generous natural light, suited for receptions, workshops, fundraisers, and community gatherings of up to 75. Tables and chairs are included with both spaces; catering and bar service are arranged through the renter's preferred vendors.

• Spaces for 650 Guests

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Because yours is a one-of-a-kind narrative. Your concept for your celebration will be distinct from anybody else's. So be creative. Likewise, your event should do the same. The Grove is the pinnacle of opulent hospitality at its most refined. In addition to magnificent architecture and elegant décor, this spectacular new wedding and special event venue is home to a coterie of the area's most accomplished catering professionals, including distinguished master chefs, event planners, banquet managers, and some of the most extensively trained staff in the industry. The Grove offers you the highest level of elegance, service, professionalism, and attention to detail available anywhere. The Grove, located in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, is a really one-of-a-kind and stunning location for all of life's special occasions. We can accommodate any size event, whether it's a wedding with 700 guests, a social gathering for 100 friends, or a business function for a group of your colleagues. Today is your day. All of our professional event planning and management teams, as well as our diverse chef and culinary staff, will be brought in to help us design an event that is uniquely yours. We draw on our many years of experience in skilled planning, well acclaimed inventiveness, and an unwavering sense of humor. Relax and take it all in while the memories are created around you; that's all there is to it!

• Spaces for 230-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Conservatory is a 5,000-square-foot glass event building set on the grounds of the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, New Jersey. Established in 2008 originally for flower and garden exhibitions, the venue has evolved into a dedicated wedding destination hosting over 100 events annually. The building pairs its rustic setting with elegant details — cathedral ceilings, mahogany finishes, exposed wood beams, and floor-to-ceiling windows. A permanent dance floor anchors the reception space, which accommodates up to 230 guests. Four distinct ceremony locations give couples a range of settings: the Zen Garden, a gazebo, the Whiskey Garden, and an indoor space with a retractable garage door that opens onto a paver patio and seven surrounding gardens. An evening fire pit on the patio extends the space into the later hours. The venue hosts one event at a time, with all on-site catering provided exclusively through Willow & Sage.

A unique meeting experience is guaranteed at the Wilshire Grand Hotel, which offers unrivaled hospitality, immaculate accommodations, and a dedicated personal event manager to make your meeting a success. The details of your meetings, team building activities, and corporate retreats will be handled by a dedicated on-site event manager from our group sales team, who will act as your point of contact throughout the process. Your event manager will make certain that every aspect of your itinerary is customized to meet your specific requirements. In the event that you're having out-of-town guests at your wedding, they'll need a place to stay because you don't want them to crash the bridal suite! Hotel blocks for weddings allow guests to all stay in the same location, which makes things like planning and transportation much more straightforward. Furthermore, it is more enjoyable for your guests, who may wish to mingle and enjoy their own after-party. Reserving hotel room blocks is the most effective way to ensure that your guests have a place to stay close to your reception area. Our Stunning Ballrooms feature complimentary LED lighting, impeccable service, and unrivaled culinary offerings.. Our beautifully landscaped grounds, patios, and fountains are a photographer's dream come true.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

A unique meeting experience is guaranteed at the Wilshire Grand Hotel, which offers unrivaled hospitality, immaculate accommodations, and a dedicated personal event manager to make your meeting a success. The details of your meetings, team building activities, and corporate retreats will be handled by a dedicated on-site event manager from our group sales team, who will act as your point of contact throughout the process. Your event manager will make certain that every aspect of your itinerary is customized to meet your specific requirements. In the event that you're having out-of-town guests at your wedding, they'll need a place to stay because you don't want them to crash the bridal suite! Hotel blocks for weddings allow guests to all stay in the same location, which makes things like planning and transportation much more straightforward. Furthermore, it is more enjoyable for your guests, who may wish to mingle and enjoy their own after-party. Reserving hotel room blocks is the most effective way to ensure that your guests have a place to stay close to your reception area.

• Spaces for 100-450 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Our dazzling ballrooms include complimentary LED lighting, impeccable service, and unrivaled culinary offerings. Our beautifully landscaped grounds, patios, and wedding cake fountains are a photographer's dream come true. There are 89 guest suites, rehearsal dinners, and after-parties available. Everything is located under one roof. A wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Sweet 16, corporate event, or high school reunion at The Wilshire is really a once-in-a-lifetime experience unlike any other. The Wilshire Experience is truly about you, as it combines personalized attention with unbeatable value. Our Award-Winning Culinary Team will create a delectable menu tailored to your preferences, resulting in a menu that is unrivaled in terms of quality and variety for you and your guests. Our renowned banquet team will create an event that is as one-of-a-kind as the guest of honor who will be honored. Manicured gardens for your outdoor ceremony, cocktail receptions in the garden, and premium open bars are all available. ​ World-class cuisine, devoted sales specialists, and exceptionally talented maitre d's are just a few of the attributes of this establishment. ​ Year after year, we are consistently rated as the best.

The iconic One & Only Westmount Country Club has been a one-of-a-kind banquet facility for over fifty years, and it is often imitated but never copied. We want all of our visitors to be able to enjoy everything the Westmount has to offer, which is why we work hard to provide specific amenities such as making our building and grounds ADA compliant, wheelchair accessible, and providing Kosher food. Among the many valuable aspects of the Westmount, the dedicated and friendly personnel have clearly set a new benchmark in hospitality. Our thoroughly trained personnel will provide you with individualized service and ensure that your special day is one to remember. They will assist you in producing a once-in-a-lifetime experience, whether it's an Indoor or Outdoor Wedding Reception, Corporate Celebration, Holiday Gala, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Special Occasion, etc. Our venue has a minimum of 150 guests and two lovely reception rooms for your wedding or special occasion.

• Spaces for 16-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Waterfront

Cove Castle sits on two lakefront acres along Historic Greenwood Lake in Greenwood Lake, New York, approximately one hour from New York City. The property includes a 58-slip marina and a combination of indoor and outdoor event spaces, with panoramic views of the lake and surrounding hills as a backdrop for celebrations. The site carries a layered history in the area — it operated as an ice factory in the early 1900s and later as a boat-building facility before becoming an event destination. Today, Cove Castle hosts weddings, engagements, anniversaries, baby and bridal showers, sweet 16s, corporate holiday parties, and fundraisers. A signature offering is the Chef's Table, a private dining experience on the dock with seating for up to 16 guests, personalized tasting menus, customized printed menus, and dedicated exclusive staff — all set against open lake views.

• Spaces for 100-500 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space

Weddings at Union is the wedding program of Union Congregational Church, a century-old stone church on a wide residential street in Upper Montclair, New Jersey. The sanctuary seats up to 400 guests beneath timbered ceilings lit by iron chandeliers and surrounded by Tiffany stained glass windows — an architectural setting uncommon outside historic houses of worship. For smaller celebrations, the Assembly Room accommodates up to 100 guests and comes equipped with 60-inch round tables and chairs. The manicured grounds surrounding the building, with shaped topiary and open lawn, offer additional space for wedding photographs. A Director of Music is available to play organ and piano and can help arrange additional instruments for the ceremony. The church makes no requirements of faith: interfaith couples, same-gender couples, and those who haven't attended services in years are equally and explicitly welcome.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

In addition to offering sweeping views of New York City and sophisticated elegance, The Highlawn also boasts an impressive 100-year history and is one of the most magical venues in the tri-state area for weddings, anniversaries, bar/bat mitzvahs, birthdays, corporate events and celebrations of any kind. To learn more about The Highlawn, please visit their website. The Highlawn, which is majestically perched atop the East Rock Reservation, provides an absolutely spectacular venue for your big day. Our culinary staff brings decades of experience from many Michelin-starred restaurants in New York and throughout the world to our establishment. They have their fingers on the pulse of all the current trends in weddings and food, and they take great satisfaction in improving the quality and prominence of every event they work on or attend. We have everything you need to make your wedding celebration unique and completely adapted to your vision, whether you want a spectacular ceremony with hundreds of your closest friends and family or a small, private gathering. From the beginning of the procession to the end of the last dance, our expert staff is devoted to making every element of your special day absolutely flawless. Our wedding event professionals like collaborating with brides-to-be to plan the wedding of their dreams. We've hosted more than a thousand weddings over the course of three decades, and we look forward to hosting more in the future. Our team takes great delight in working within your budget to ensure that every couple has a stress-free, picture-perfect wedding celebration. In addition to its award-winning chefs and excellent cuisine, The Highlawn is known for creating magnificent wedding meals that are customized to your preferences and wedding style. We are dedicated to ensuring that the beginning of your happily-ever-after is an outstanding event for you and your guests. The Highlawn, which has one of the most renowned panoramic views of the New York City skyline, makes for an absolutely breathtaking setting for both indoor and outdoor wedding celebrations. In addition to our beautifully planted gardens and exquisite entry hall, we have a large outside patio where you may have a reception. In addition to our historic structure, our outdoor garden ceremony location is ideally located at the cliff's edge of "Eagle Rock," with views of the villages below and New York City across the river. Within walking distance of our outdoor ceremony space are the more than 400 acres of Eagle Rock Reservation, which provides a plenty of opportunities for unforgettable wedding photographs. The Skyline Ballroom and Garden Atrium are two of our formal venues that may be used for indoor wedding ceremonies in addition to our outside garden wedding ceremony space if the weather is nice.

• Spaces for 40-750 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Total Spaces

Montclair Wedding Sanctuary occupies a historic Neo-Gothic church in Montclair, New Jersey, designed by architect Bertram Goodhue and dedicated in 1916. Soaring vaulted ceilings, a cathedral-length aisle, intricate stained glass windows, and original oak woodwork give the main Sanctuary one of the more architecturally distinctive ceremony settings in northern New Jersey. The congregation behind it — a ministry of First Congregational Church of Montclair — has championed inclusive values for nearly 150 years, hosting Montclair's first same-gender marriage in October 2013 and explicitly welcoming interfaith, unaffiliated, same-gender, and non-traditional couples. Three spaces serve different moments of the day: the Sanctuary itself, accommodating ceremonies from 25 to 450 or more guests; the Courtyard Garden, an outdoor setting with stonework and a central lawn suited to gatherings of up to 40; and the Guild Room, a high-ceilinged, heavy-beamed reception hall for up to 85 seated or cocktail-style guests. On-site coordinators, ordained officiants, professional musicians, live-streaming, and decor packages are available to support every element of the celebration.

• 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 375 Guests

The aim of New York Edge is to assist students from underserved neighborhoods in closing the opportunity gap by delivering programs that increase academic achievement, health and wellbeing, self-confidence, and leadership qualities that will prepare them for success in life. The work of New York Edge has been acknowledged by major companies as well as other financial partners. It is because of these collaborations that we are able to close the opportunity gap for thousands of children each and every day. Through academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills development, New York Edge closes the opportunity gap that kids in underinvested neighborhoods experience in order to achieve success in school and beyond. It is our mission to serve as a non-profit organization that is one of the major providers of afterschool programs in New York City and the surrounding metropolitan area. In grades K-12, we have an impact on approximately 40,000 kids from over 100 sites who are primarily from underprivileged communities. Year-round, programs are offered before or after the school day (including Saturdays, over the summer, and holiday periods).

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Established in 1901, Upper Montclair Country Club is a member-owned private golf and social club in Clifton, New Jersey, located 12 miles from Midtown Manhattan. The club's 27-hole championship course was designed by A.W. Tillinghast and Robert Trent Jones, Sr., and Upper Montclair is among a select few clubs worldwide to have hosted tournaments for all three major professional golf associations. The club holds the designation of Distinguished Golf Club of the World. The recently expanded Clubhouse accommodates private events ranging from intimate gatherings of 15 guests to elegant receptions of 200 or more. The in-house Culinary Team supports the full range of occasions the club hosts — from corporate breakfast meetings and golf outings to elaborate weddings and social celebrations.

• Spaces for 25-200 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Mansion
• 1 Meeting Space

David's Country Inn is a Victorian mansion in Hackettstown, New Jersey, with roots tracing to 1840 when the original frame structure was built as The Warren House — named in honor of General Joseph Warren, who fell at the Battle of Bunker Hill. The property served as a stagecoach stop and inn for 152 years before Louis J. Falzarano Jr. and his wife Theodora acquired and restored it, reopening it as David's Country Inn in the spring of 1978. Following Louis's passing in 2009, their children Christopher and Jordan assumed management alongside their mother, continuing more than four decades of family stewardship. The inn operates exclusively as a wedding and private event venue, with a defining commitment to hosting only one celebration per day. Inside, the mansion features a two-story ballroom, wood-burning fireplaces, antiques, and a stained glass ceiling. Both indoor and outdoor on-site ceremony spaces are available. The culinary program is led by a chef with more than 25 years of tenure at the inn, offering customized menus for each event.

• Spaces for 350 Guests

Beginning with your arrival on your wedding day, you'll understand why The Views is recognized for its steadfast devotion to ensuring that your first moments as husband and wife are absolutely flawless. In addition to having the knowledge and experience to translate your visions into a spectacular celebration, The Views takes pleasure in providing an experience that will thrill your guests and exceed your expectations. Fine dining, a breathtaking setting, and impeccable service are only the beginning. You and your guests will be able to enjoy romantic walks, a flowing waterfall, and spectacular vistas from the summit of your own own mountain. In a setting that has been characterized as "a photographer's paradise," The Views is surrounded by breathtaking landscape and topped by the breathtaking majesty of the Ramapo Mountains. This one-of-a-kind environment elevates your special day in a way that is just unmatched anywhere else in the world. When it comes to customer service, our attention to detail is precise, and our dedication to perfection is outstanding. Upon your arrival at The Views, we look forward to seeing you and welcome you to get in touch with us for personal help.

• Spaces for 170-200 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Historic Space

Garden Vista Ballroom is a historic banquet facility in Passaic, New Jersey, originally built in 1922 as the home of the Passaic Elks Lodge. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005, the building was fully restored and reopened as an event venue in 2009, preserving its original architectural details — including a marble lobby, crystal chandeliers, gold leaf trim, soaring vaulted ceilings, and two grand staircases with original decorative gold railings. The main hall accommodates up to 170 guests and features a configurable dance floor and a baby grand piano. Garden Vista Ballroom hosts weddings, quinceañeras, sweet 16s, birthdays, bar and bat mitzvahs, corporate events, nonprofit galas, and private celebrations of all kinds. All-inclusive packages, plated dinner service, and outside caterers — including those specializing in kosher, halal, or other cuisines — are all accommodated to suit a range of event styles and dietary needs. Valet parking and an on-site event coordinator are included with every event.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

More than 50 years of culinary heritage are celebrated at Nanina's as part of a magnificent multimillion-dollar refurbishment project. During your outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour, our beautifully landscaped grounds will offer the perfect backdrop for your special day. Nanina's famed cherry blossom gardens, combined with the architecture of a Tuscan house, provide a picture-perfect environment that must be seen to be believed. All of this, together with our award-winning cuisine and superb service, has helped to establish Nanina's In The Park as a Landmark Renewed. Nanina's In The Park is located on the outskirts of Branch Brook Park in New Jersey, which is known for its beautiful cherry blossom trees that bloom each spring. Nanina's Restaurant has been in the same location for more than 50 years and is proudly family owned and run. It is easily accessible from all major roads and is just three minutes from the Garden State Parkway. Nanina's provides the ideal environment for amazing catered events, including beautiful weddings, distinguished business gatherings, and all of your family festivities. Contact us now to learn more. Our Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 400 seated guests, is reserved exclusively for one event at a time and is available for rent.

• Spaces for 165 Guests

Panther Valley Golf & Country Club is a private golf and country club set in the hills of Allamuchy, New Jersey, approximately 50 miles from New York City. The property traces its origins to the grand estate of Clendenin James Ryan Jr. and a 4,000-acre cattle farm once known as Panther Ledge Farm — its iconic stone pillar entrance still stands today. At the heart of the club is an 18-hole championship golf course designed by legendary architect Robert Trent Jones Sr., offering challenge and natural beauty across a rolling landscape. Beyond the course, the club hosts weddings, banquets, corporate meetings, and golf outings, with a dedicated approach to exclusive event service — wedding receptions are booked one at a time, ensuring each couple receives the full attention of the venue's staff. Outdoor ceremonies and cocktail hours take advantage of the scenic golf course grounds. Membership is open to all, not limited to residents of the surrounding Panther Valley community, and the club's amenities include gourmet dining, a swim complex, and a full-service golf shop.

• 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.