Top Westfield Venues

• Spaces for 140 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Historic Space

The Red Barn at Hampshire College is a historic barn dating to 1820, set on the Hampshire College campus in Amherst, Massachusetts — approximately ten minutes from Interstate 91 and 40 minutes from Bradley International Airport. The structure's original wide-panel flooring and post-and-beam framing remain intact alongside modern heating and cooling, making the space suitable for events year-round. The main barn accommodates up to 140 guests with a dance floor or 130 for buffet service. A large deck adjoins the barn for outdoor cocktail hours, and the grounds in front of a large oak tree serve as an outdoor ceremony site from spring through fall. Winter ceremonies are held inside the barn. The venue's on-site culinary team customizes menus for each event — buffet or plated service — with options for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free guests. Open and cash bar arrangements are available, and a dedicated event coordination team supports planning from initial inquiry through event day.

• Spaces for 60-300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 3 Museums
• 3 Total Spaces

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, co-founded by author and illustrator Eric Carle and his wife Barbara Carle in November 2002, sits on 7.5 acres in Amherst, Massachusetts. The museum's contemporary, light-filled building encompasses three galleries, a Great Hall, a courtyard, a café, an auditorium, and an art studio — all dedicated to collecting, preserving, and presenting picture book art. For private events, the Great Hall serves as the primary reception space, accommodating up to 150 guests seated or 300 for a standing reception. Wedding bookings are structured as six-hour full museum rentals that take place outside regular operating hours, giving groups exclusive access to the galleries, courtyard, and all connected spaces. The Café and Auditorium — available during or after museum hours — suit business meetings, rehearsal dinners, and smaller gatherings for up to 60 and 135 guests respectively.

The Riverview, Simsbury offers event spaces for your next celebration in Simsbury, Connecticut.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 2 Total Spaces

The Village at Boulder Ridge is a family-owned event venue set on 68 acres at the foothills of the Berkshires in Barkhamsted, Connecticut. Operating since 2003 and with more than 500 events hosted, the property combines rustic character — exposed wood, a stone fireplace, a private lake with gazebo — with full on-site catering and a range of indoor and outdoor spaces. The Main Banquet Hall accommodates up to 300 guests and features a dance floor, exposed wood beams, and a grand stone fireplace suitable for indoor ceremonies. The open-air pavilion, which overlooks the pond and pool and is strung with twinkle lights, seats up to 200 guests and opens the property's natural landscape to guests. A lakeside gazebo provides an outdoor ceremony setting. The venue hosts one event per day, giving each group exclusive use of the entire facility. The Village operates seasonally from May through mid-October.

• Spaces for 96-450 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Total Spaces

Established in 1901 and set on 560 acres of woodland in Colebrook, Connecticut, Camp Jewell YMCA is a year-round retreat and event destination operated by the YMCA of Greater Hartford. The property spans two distinct campuses — Main Camp and the secluded Hide-A-Way Ranch — separated by Triangle Lake, offering groups a range of settings from large-scale gatherings to smaller, more intimate retreats. The Main Camp dining hall accommodates more than 450 guests and serves homemade meals with options for gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diets. The Hide-A-Way Ranch, tucked away across the lake, hosts groups of 30 to 96 in its Longhouse and Bunkhouse cabins, each with private restrooms, furnished common rooms, and covered decks. Its dining hall seats up to 100 and features a fireplace room with views overlooking the chapel and Triangle Lake. Beyond accommodations, the property offers a 40-acre private lake, high ropes courses, horseback riding, rock climbing, archery, kayaking, and miles of hiking trails — making it a distinctive setting for retreats, conferences, team-building events, weddings, school programs, and family gatherings throughout the year.

• Spaces for 10,500 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Venue with Activities

The William D. Mullins Memorial Center is a 10,500-seat multi-purpose arena on the campus of the University of Massachusetts Amherst, situated on Commonwealth Avenue at the western edge of campus with views of the Hadley Hills and Holyoke Range. The facility opened in January 1993 and was named in honor of state representative William D. Mullins of Ludlow, who first envisioned a major arena for UMass in 1985 and passed away in 1986 before its completion. The arena hosts more than 80 events each year, including concerts, theatrical productions, convocations, commencement ceremonies, cultural events, and conferences. Seating configurations can be arranged for gatherings of 2,000 to 10,500, with close-proximity seating to the stage and professional production capabilities. The complex also includes the Mullins Community Ice Center, a connected recreational ice facility available for skating events and private ice parties. The facility is managed by OVG360, a division of Oak View Group, and is fully ADA accessible.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

The Mill on the River is a wedding venue and fine dining restaurant set along the water in South Windsor, Connecticut, with more than 30 years of experience hosting weddings and private events. The property features an outdoor waterfront ceremony location alongside two banquet rooms — the Rafters Room and the River Room — giving couples the flexibility to choose a setting that fits the scale and feel of their celebration. Full-time wedding planners guide couples through every detail, from menu selection and linens to day-of coordination, allowing the focus to remain on the event itself rather than the logistics behind it. Seven tiered wedding packages — ranging from the Signature offering to Premiere Stations — accommodate a range of preferences and guest counts, with off-season incentives available for couples booking outside peak months.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Since its inception 30 years ago, Gedney Farm has established itself as one of the most sought-after wedding and event venues in the New England region. Our pastoral setting serves as much more than just a picturesque backdrop for our events. Every aspect of your day is influenced by it. Our dedicated and experienced staff is on hand to take care of the details, allowing you to relax and take pleasure in the peace and tranquility of your surroundings. Our team works tirelessly to ensure that your wedding is everything you dreamed it would be when you first started planning your special day. We understand that, despite the fact that arrangements have been made, you still have a lot on your mind. By doing everything we can, we are removing time concerns and worries from the equation. You and your guests will be welcomed into a truly tranquil environment that will honor the significance of the moment and inspire you for a lifetime. Gedney Farm earned its stellar reputation the right way: by demanding the highest possible standards from its employees and in every endeavor it undertakes. We have identified and formed partnerships with the best food growers and suppliers in the area, ensuring that you have the opportunity to sample the best that the Berkshires has to offer. The smallest details, such as seating your guests in a way that keeps the sun out of their eyes or ensuring that every place setting looks exactly the way you had imagined, are given careful consideration by our team. Whether it's an executive chef with years of experience in some of New York City's most prestigious kitchens or our owner/sommelier, who can collaborate with you on the perfect wine and cocktail program, we've put together a team of experts to ensure that your weekend is one to remember. Our event manager will work directly with you from the time of the property tour until the last of your guests has left the property to ensure that you have the wedding you have always dreamed of having. No matter what time of year it is, our Event Barn is a beautiful setting for a reception. Featuring a rustic feel while still providing the comforts of heat and air conditioning, the space is handicap accessible and adaptable to your specific requirements.

The spirit of Winbrooke is tangible. It has a warm and welcoming presence that you feel immediately upon entering the property. We knew we wanted to share this special place with as many people as possible. Three and a half years ago, we began an extensive restoration that brought life back to the property and restored its original beauty. We decided to combine our love for the property, appreciation for world-class service, and attention to detail. With that, we created an intimate Berkshire, Massachusetts wedding venue that is unlike any other. Nick and I have an extensive background in production and event planning and, together, are able to provide next-level service that assures you feel as though Winbrooke is your own private estate while celebrating your special day. We are Berkshire natives and hold the Berkshires near to our hearts. With that comes an inspired passion to make your time with us remarkable. We work closely with you every step of the way to create the Berkshire wedding of your dreams. It's a pleasure to open our property to you and create an unforgettable experience on your wedding day! Sincerely, Amy & Nick

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space

Ann Howard at The Bond Ballroom occupies the penthouse floor of Hartford's historic Hotel Bond building, a landmark originally constructed in 1913 and expanded in 1921. After decades of varied use, the ballroom reopened as an event venue in 2001 and has operated under its current ownership since 2017, bringing award-winning catering and customized event planning to one of the city's most distinctive spaces. The 5,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom features three walls of floor-to-ceiling windows with views across the Hartford cityscape and the Connecticut State Capitol, a crystal chandelier, and a 20-by-40-foot dance floor — one of the largest in the state. The newly renovated Arches Cocktail Room accommodates up to 300 guests for pre-reception gatherings or standalone events. An on-site chapel provides a ceremony option within the same building. The Bond Ballroom hosts weddings, corporate events, proms, milestone celebrations, and cultural events, with packages tailored to each client's needs.

• Spaces for 500 Guests

The DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown occupies a 22-floor glass tower at 315 Trumbull Street in downtown Hartford, Connecticut. Originally opened in 1975 and fully renovated in 2024, the property completed a rebrand from the Hilton Hartford to the DoubleTree by Hilton in March 2024, emerging with refreshed guest rooms, updated common spaces, and continued access to its signature warm chocolate chip cookie welcome. The hotel offers nearly 15,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space across up to 18 distinct rooms, with banquet capacity for up to 600 guests. A direct skywalk connects the property to PeoplesBank Arena, making it a practical choice for groups attending downtown Hartford events or hosting their own. The on-site restaurant and bar, fitness center, indoor pool, and private Executive Club Lounge round out the full-service amenities available to event groups.

• Spaces for 140-180 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Historic Space

Hartford Elks Lodge No. 19 occupies a landmark building in downtown Hartford that has stood at 34 Prospect Street since 1903 — the first structure ever built exclusively for use as an Elks Lodge. Established in 1883, the lodge has anchored this corner of the city for more than a century, and the building carries that history in its Victorian architecture, dark wood columns, arched doorways, and original hardwood floors. The centerpiece for private events is the Chamberlin Room, a 1903 Victorian ballroom managed through Soirée Venue and Event Management Services. The room accommodates up to 120 guests with a dance floor or 140 without, making it a workable fit for wedding receptions, private dinners, corporate celebrations, and fundraisers of varying sizes. Air conditioning was added for summer events. The lodge sits behind the Wadsworth Atheneum, a block from the Connecticut Convention Center, and minutes from both I-84 and I-91, with free parking available on site.

Whether you’re planning a wedding, a private party, a business celebration, or a corporate conference, The Society Room of Hartford offers a breathtaking and unforgettable setting for your special event. Step into the magnificent Society Ballroom, where grand marble columns soar to a ceiling adorned with exquisite murals, towering 35 feet above the dance floor. A sweeping staircase gracefully descends from a 3,000-square-foot balcony, creating a dramatic focal point for grand entrances and memorable photo opportunities. The opulent ballroom, embellished with marble, limestone, brass, and bronze accents, evokes the timeless elegance of the Great Gatsby era. Adjacent to the ballroom, three additional lounge and function spaces, each with its own unique historic charm, provide ample seating and feature full-service bars. The splendor of The Society Room of Hartford is matched only by the expertise of our incomparable chef and banquet catering staff, who are dedicated to crafting a bespoke culinary experience that ensures a truly magical event for you and your guests. Contact The Society Room today for a private tour and consultation, and let your vision become reality. The Society Room: Where Elegance Meets Excellence.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Blackberry River Inn is a historic 1763 colonial property set on 27 acres in Norfolk, Connecticut, in the foothills of the Southern Berkshires. The inn accommodates small intimate weddings and private gatherings with an exclusive full-property experience — the entire estate is reserved for the event group for the day and overnight, creating a genuinely private setting across the Main House, Carriage House, and a standalone Cottage. The property's event spaces include a cherry-paneled library, a music room, and extensive grounds that offer abundant opportunities for outdoor photography. A private pool with white picket fencing anchors the outdoor area, and the 27-acre setting provides room to spread out across multiple distinct areas of the property. Seventeen uniquely appointed guest rooms allow event attendees to stay on-site, and the morning after, overnight guests are treated to a made-to-order breakfast prepared with locally sourced ingredients. The inn is well suited to corporate retreats and private business meetings in addition to weddings, making it a versatile option for groups seeking a historic New England estate with full-exclusivity access.

• Spaces for 150-276 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Total Spaces

Georgina's Weddings & Banquets is a locally owned and operated banquet facility in Bolton, Connecticut, serving the greater Hartford area including Manchester, Vernon, Windham, South Windsor, and Glastonbury. The venue specializes in weddings and private celebrations, offering a full complement of packages from intimate luncheons to formal seated dinners. The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 275 guests and features customizable colored uplighting, elegant chandeliers, a full bar, and a dance floor. For ceremonies, an outdoor garden area seats up to 150 guests and includes a private gazebo, scenic bridge, and water features, with a renovated cocktail area for pre-reception gatherings. A private bridal suite with bathroom access is available for the wedding party on the day of the event. Wedding packages range from the Sapphire through Diamond tiers, with options including premium open bars, butler-style hors d'oeuvres, Viennese dessert stations, and cappuccino service. Everyday event menus accommodate quinceañeras, proms, corporate gatherings, and bereavement events, with both buffet and formal sit-down formats available.

• Spaces for 35-100 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 1 Venue with Activities
• 1 Garden

Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory is an indoor living ecosystem in South Deerfield, Massachusetts, home to over 4,000 free-flying butterflies representing more than 70 tropical and native species. Alongside the butterflies, guests encounter dart frogs, tortoises, koi ponds, and a variety of other wildlife — creating a natural environment unlike any conventional event venue. For private events, Magic Wings offers several distinct spaces: the glass-enclosed Conservatory for ceremonies of up to 100 guests; the Atrium, a larger reception area also accommodating up to 100; and two more intimate rooms, the North Room and the Monarch, each suited for gatherings of up to 35. Private events and weddings are held after 5pm Wednesday through Sunday, and on select Mondays and Tuesdays. Wedding packages from 20 to 100 guests include in-house catering by head Chef Sean, planning meetings, day-of coordination, and the option for a butterfly release during the ceremony. Smaller celebrations — showers, birthday parties, and private gatherings — can be arranged through a dedicated package that includes tables, chairs, and a complimentary butterfly release.

• Spaces for 40-200 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 1 Estate

The Curtis House is an 1850s Dutch Colonial home set on five acres of cut flower gardens, orchards, and open lawn in Ashfield, Massachusetts. The property takes its name from George William Curtis — editor of Harper's Weekly and a prominent 19th-century lecturer and essayist — who summered there with his wife and established the Ashfield Dinners, an annual community gathering that became a New England institution. Today, Gloriosa & Co. operates the Curtis House as an exclusive-use event venue. The restored late 19th-century barn is the heart of the property, accommodating up to 140 guests beneath exposed beams and locally milled hardwood floors, with a stone patio that opens directly onto the cut flower gardens. For winter celebrations, the main house hosts intimate gatherings of up to 40. The venue books one event per weekend, keeping each occasion genuinely exclusive to the couple or group who books it. In-house catering, bar, and floral design services are available on-site, handled by the same team that manages planning and day-of coordination.

• Spaces for 50-350 Guests
• 5 Museums
• 1 Landmark
• 5 Total Spaces

Hill-Stead Museum is a National Historic Landmark set on 152 acres in Farmington, Connecticut. The Colonial Revival estate was designed in 1901 by Theodate Pope Riddle — one of the first licensed female architects in the United States — in collaboration with the renowned firm McKim, Mead & White. Theodate transformed Hill-Stead into a public museum upon her death in 1946, preserving the house, its Impressionist art collection, and the surrounding landscape exactly as she intended. The estate offers six distinct event spaces suited to a wide range of private celebrations, from intimate indoor gatherings to sweeping lawn events for up to 350 guests. Outdoor venues include the West Lawn and Veranda with panoramic views of the Litchfield Hills, the former grass tennis court enclosed by handcrafted stone walls, and the Beatrix Farrand-designed Sunken Garden in bloom from spring through autumn. Indoor options include the Arts and Crafts-style Makeshift Theater, the glass-walled Glass Room overlooking the kitchen garden, and the antique-appointed Pope Board Room. Outside catering is permitted, and the rental includes parking, a bridal suite, a dedicated event supervisor, and a security guard for the duration of the event.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Tiffany Juliet House is a circa 1865 Victorian Italianate mansion in Glastonbury, Connecticut, situated within the "Curtisville" National Historic District. Originally built as a single-family residence by the prominent Welles family, the property later served as an inn for shipbuilders working along the Connecticut River. Owners Corrine Crocker — a wedding planner since 1990 — and William Luby purchased the house in 2007 and completed a meticulous renovation between 2009 and 2013, preserving the original framing timbers and handcrafted staircase while rebuilding the interior with modern systems, including a geo-thermal heating and cooling system throughout its 6,000 square feet. The venue balances historic character with modern comfort across its first-floor gathering spaces — a front parlor entrance, an open dining room with capacity for up to 75 seated guests, and The Village Room for boutique celebrations — as well as a second-floor bridal suite. A riverfront ceremony location on the property accommodates outdoor ceremonies, with optional horse-drawn carriage access. Tiffany Juliet House specializes in intimate gatherings: bridal and baby showers, small weddings and rehearsal dinners, afternoon and children's tea parties, anniversary and birthday celebrations, corporate retreats, holiday parties, and Indian cuisine events. The venue also offers an on-site shop with invitations, floral design, custom cakes, balloon art, and a dress boutique.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Waterfront

The Glastonbury Boathouse is a not-for-profit waterfront event venue situated along the Connecticut River in Glastonbury, Connecticut. The second-story banquet hall features high ceilings with exposed wooden beams, string lights, large windows, and hardwood floors, accommodating up to 150 guests for seated receptions or 250 for standing events. A covered Observation Deck overlooking the river is included with every rental, offering a distinct space for cocktail hours or casual gatherings. Ceremonies can take place on the adjacent riverfront park grounds, with optional waterfront setups available at no additional charge when the reception is also booked. The venue operates with a roster of approved catering partners who customize menus and provide event coordination services, while on-site Boathouse staff handle logistics and station a supervisor throughout each event. Tables, chairs, a bridal suite, complimentary parking, and free WiFi are all included in the rental. The Boathouse accepts reservations seven days a week, including holidays, from 7:00 a.m. to midnight, and accommodates weddings, corporate gatherings, bar and bat mitzvahs, memorial services, and nonprofit functions.