Top Toms River Venues

• Spaces for 120-240 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Historic Space

The Cranbury Inn is a historic restaurant and private event venue in Cranbury, New Jersey, set in a colonial building on South Main Street. The venue offers an authentic rustic atmosphere designed to transport guests to a simpler time while maintaining modern culinary excellence—a combination the owners describe as an honored legacy with an updated twist. The grand dining room accommodates up to 120 guests, and the event team tailors each occasion to the client's specific preferences and needs. Private events span the full range: weddings, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, birthdays, baby and bridal showers, corporate meetings, conferences, holiday parties, and milestone celebrations. In-house catering packages are available on-site, and the team's commitment to warm service and classic hospitality carries through to every event.

• Spaces for 2 Guests

Liberty Lake Picnic is a 60-acre outdoor event venue in New Jersey, set around a seven-acre spring-fed lake and accessible from I-295 via Exit 52A. The grounds include shaded pavilion areas, a waterfront amphitheater, two pools, sports fields, and a broad range of recreational activities — from paddleboats and a 25-foot water trampoline to basketball courts, mini-golf, and beach volleyball. Founded and operated by an award-winning day camp director, the venue has hosted families, corporations, schools, and religious groups for over 35 years. Events accommodate groups of 75 or more and run outdoors rain or shine, with covered pavilions available in inclement weather. On-site catering offers customizable menus that can accommodate a range of dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, and peanut-free requirements. Complimentary event planning coordination is provided from booking through execution, and the property includes free on-site parking with lot attendants and golf cart assistance for guests.

• 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 500 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 space at this venue

Pennsbury Manor is a 43-acre historic estate on the Delaware River in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, built as the country residence of William Penn, founder and first governor of Pennsylvania, beginning in 1683. The property includes a reconstructed Manor House along with period gardens, stables, and outbuildings that reflect Penn's original vision for the site as both a family home and a center of colonial governance. For weddings and private events, Pennsbury Manor's grounds host outdoor ceremonies, receptions, and parties for up to 500 guests on weekends from May through October, set against river views and the estate's historic gardens and structures. Photography is limited to the outdoor spaces, keeping the focus on the property's riverside landscape and grounds.

• Spaces for 300-400 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Waterfront

Find out more about The Gramercy Lakeside Manor is New Jersey's best wedding and social boutique, and we invite you to visit us. It has been family owned and run for more than twenty years, and The Gramercy At Lakeside Manor is committed to providing outstanding service to create a signature experience for you and your guests at the most memorable of occasions. Twenty-foot ceilings, breathtaking bars, a dramatic entryway, stairway and fireplace, floor to ceiling windows overlooking picturesque Natco Lake, a beautifully landscaped patio for your outdoor ceremony or cocktail hour, and much more are all features of our newly renovated facility, which was completed by Valhalla Design and Development. Our Executive Chef and Catering Department can create a menu that is tailored to your precise requirements, combining culinary talent with a contemporary design aesthetic to provide a memorable catering experience. The competent and experienced crew at The Gramercy At Lakeside Manor will go above and beyond to make your event, no matter how large or little, a memorable occasion. The Gramercy, a stylish designer venue with a contemporary ambiance, is the ideal event place for your wedding ceremony and reception! The location, which can accommodate groups of 130 to 310 persons, provides access to a number of spaces where visitors may dance and dine the night away. We have hosted thousands of weddings throughout the years and have narrowed our attention to what we do best... Weddings. Whenever you book with us, you'll have the full support of a team with many years of wedding planning experience on your side – and we'll pull it all together to create an unforgettable wedding that's completely unique to you both. This is going to be a party that EVERYONE will be talking about! We have a beautiful courtyard with a view of the lake where couples can opt to have their wedding ceremony outside. Your ceremony will be set in motion by the centerpiece, a handcrafted iron pergola that has been carefully ornamented.

• Spaces for 800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Family-Owned and Operated! This historic New Jersey wedding location is known for its richness and elegance. The Grand Marquis has been the name in special event catering in New York and New Jersey for over 30 years. A painstaking attention to detail characterizes the Grand Marquis experience. Let our specialized event specialists assist you in creating a party that is uniquely "you." Whether it is an intimate anniversary party for your closest friends, a bar/bat mitzvah for classmates, a prom, or a wedding gala, you can trust The Grand Marquis' skilled, experienced, and attentive team to make your once-in-a-lifetime event all you hoped for and more. Our award-winning chefs and pastry chefs will combine their culinary skills to create a once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience. At our renowned NJ wedding reception venue, expect the unexpected. Weddings The Grand Marquis has been making wedding dreams come true for almost 30 years. You can sit back and relax while seeing your fantasies come true with wedding packages personalized to fit your style and personality. Brides from Northern New Jersey, Central New Jersey, and Staten Island appreciate how every detail is thoughtfully handled to make their big day unforgettable. Celebrations Many occasions necessitate a grand celebration, and the Grand Marquis provides the ideal environment for your family and friends to join in a really remarkable day. The Grand Marquis is the quintessential setting for holding any special event, whether it is a milestone anniversary, birthday, christening, or welcome a new family member.

• 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 170 Guests

The Smithville Inn is a historic restaurant and event venue situated alongside Lake Meone in Galloway, New Jersey, within the larger Historic Smithville village. The inn pairs rustic character — cobblestone pathways, intimate dining rooms with working fireplaces, and manicured gardens — with a menu built around New American cuisine. For weddings and private events, the inn accommodates up to 170 guests across multiple indoor dining rooms with lake and garden views. An outdoor gazebo terrace provides a setting for ceremonies or cocktail hours in warmer months. A dedicated events team manages coordination throughout, with packages that include catering, open bar, champagne toast, premium linens, and custom wedding cakes. The inn has been recognized by Best of the Press, The Knot, and WeddingWire.

• Spaces for 220 Guests

The Inn at Fernbrook Farms is a very unique, all-inclusive wedding venue located in the heart of New Jersey Farm Country. Our 3-story, 1750 Georgian Manor House sits at the heart of 230 acres of an active farm. With its gardens, vast lawns and farm fields, Fernbrook has a wonderful ability to transform itself into exactly what you are looking for on your special day. Our grounds are truly unique and one of a kind, offering a variety of rustic and elegant spots where you may choose to have your ceremony, cocktail hour or reception. Our resident Chef takes special care in working with the farms' seasonal produce options and your personal taste to ensure your reception is as unique as you are. Here, we walk you through your wedding from your first visit to Fernbrook to your send off the evening of your reception and help make sure that everything is just perfect for your special event.

• Spaces for 15-300 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 4 Total Spaces

The Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Toms River is a AAA Three Diamond-rated hotel in Toms River, New Jersey, with more than 25 years of experience hosting weddings and private events. The full-service property includes Ike's Pub & Grill restaurant and bar, a 24-hour business center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout. For events, the hotel offers several dedicated spaces suited to a range of occasions. The Diamond Ballroom spans 3,500 square feet and accommodates up to 300 guests for large receptions, conferences, and seminars. The Platinum Ballroom offers 1,764 square feet for up to 100 guests with state-of-the-art audio-visual capabilities, suited to celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and business meetings. An outdoor chapel framed by colorful flowers and a manicured lawn provides a ceremony setting for up to 300 guests, and a sky-lit atrium is available for private cocktail hours. The Ocean County Boardroom rounds out the offering with an intimate meeting space for up to 15 guests.

• Spaces for 275 Guests

Princeton Marriott at Forrestal offers event spaces for your next celebration in Princeton, New Jersey.

• Spaces for 50-600 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Meeting Space
• 1 Venue with Activities

Colonial Bowling & Entertainment is Mercer County's most engaging corporate event venue. Our 4,000+ square foot Private VIP Suite gives your group a truly private space with 4 dedicated bowling lanes, a private in-room bar with bartender, a 250 sq ft LED video wall with HDMI inputs and wireless microphone for presentations, luxury lounge seating, a private en suite bathroom, and a dedicated VIP host for the full event — accommodating up to 50 bowlers and 130 total guests. Beyond the suite, your team gets 24 cosmic blacklight bowling lanes, a Jurassic Quest laser tag arena, 80+ arcade and redemption games, and full food and beverage service from Doc's Bar & Grill. Located on Route 1 in Lawrenceville with a large free parking lot, we're minutes from Princeton, Trenton, Hamilton, and Ewing. Packages include a dedicated event coordinator from first call to day-of execution. Popular for holiday parties, team-building days, client entertainment, summer outings, and company milestones.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 50-350 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

ShoreTown Ballpark is a 6,588-seat minor league baseball venue in Lakewood, New Jersey, home to the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, the High-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Built in 2001 and known originally as GPU Energy Park and later as FirstEnergy Park, the stadium adopted its current name in 2022 when the ownership group rebranded around the Jersey Shore identity. For private events, the park rents its facilities on non-game days and throughout the year. The field is available for weddings — including ceremonies on home plate — corporate softball games, charity events, and film shoots. Indoors, the BlueClaws Executive Conference Center and the Champions Club, a triple-box party suite on the luxury suite level, accommodate conferences, seminars, corporate outings, and private parties, both with full A/V capability and food and beverage service. The park's 400,000-square-foot parking lot has hosted major trade shows and outdoor exhibitions. Beyond the event spaces themselves, the ballpark's shore-themed atmosphere — including a nine-hole mini golf course, boardwalk games, fire pits, and two bars — sets a distinctive backdrop that few traditional venues can match.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

The Shore Club NJ offers event spaces for your next celebration in Spring Lake, New Jersey.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 125-135 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Waterfront

The Dutchman's Brauhaus is a family-owned restaurant and event venue in Manahawkin, New Jersey, with a history stretching back to 1952. Founded by Otto and Thelka Schmid as a small bar and dining room, the current building opened in February 1963 following the 1962 nor'easter, and has been expanded several times since. Situated on East Bay Avenue with waterfront access, the restaurant features boat docks, a waterside bar called The Quelle, and live entertainment. The German and American menu — bratwurst, wiener schnitzel, spätzle, seafood, and surf-and-turf — reflects over seven decades of family tradition. For private celebrations, the Brauhaus accommodates up to 125 guests across dedicated event facilities: an upstairs room with its own private entrance, kitchen, and restrooms, and a back dining room appointed with custom European furnishings. Catering is available through Spice Catering, the venue's affiliated service, which handles rehearsal dinners, cocktail parties, clambakes, and wedding receptions.