Top York County Venues

• Spaces for 120-500 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

The Margate on Winnipesaukee is a lakefront resort and event destination situated on the shores of Paugus Bay in Laconia, New Hampshire. The property sits just steps from the water, surrounded by soaring pines and framed by Lake Winnipesaukee's deep blue skies and shimmering waters. The resort's event spaces range from open-air lakefront settings to elegant indoor rooms. The Lakeside Pavilion and West Lawn sit right at the water's edge of Paugus Bay, offering mountain and lake views for outdoor ceremonies and tented receptions accommodating from 100 to 500 guests. The Mariah Room is an indoor venue with floor-to-ceiling windows facing west over the lake, a granite bar, and a fieldstone fireplace — suited for ceremonies, receptions, and private dinners for up to 120 guests. The Main Ballroom, adorned with mirrors throughout, features a large dance floor and room for a band or DJ, with capacity for up to 300 guests. With over 100,000 square feet of function and event space across both indoor and outdoor settings, The Margate accommodates a wide range of events — from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. As a full-service resort, it also provides on-site accommodations, allowing guests to remain on property throughout an event or wedding weekend.

• Spaces for 25-120 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

Belknap Mill is the nation's oldest unaltered brick textile mill, built in 1823 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Set along the Winnipesaukee River in Laconia, New Hampshire, the restored mill operates as both a working museum and a distinctive event venue, celebrating the region's industrial heritage and cultural history. The Rose Chertok Gallery on the third floor accommodates up to 82 seated guests beneath exposed brick walls, wooden beams, and an open floor plan filled with natural light — suited for weddings, private dinners, corporate meetings, celebrations of life, and showers. On the first floor, the Riverside Gallery offers an intimate art-gallery setting with views of the Winnipesaukee River, accommodating up to 25 guests for ceremonies or smaller gatherings. The Rod and Gail Dyer Powerhouse Patio extends the venue outdoors for seasonal events. All catering is provided through Twelve 31 Events, the mill's exclusive partner. Tables, chairs, A/V equipment, and elevator access are included with every rental.

• Spaces for 135 Guests

The Summit Resort sits in New Hampshire's Lakes Region, within walking distance of Lake Winnipesaukee in Laconia. The resort's dedicated Function Room is built for private events — panoramic windows and a private deck open onto views of Paugus Bay, and a full bar anchors cocktail hours and receptions. Catering is provided through a partnership with Hart's Restaurant. Guests attending events at The Summit Resort have full access to the resort's amenity center, which includes indoor and outdoor pools, a Roman spa and saunas, a fitness center, and a variety of sport courts. The combination of event facilities and on-site recreation makes The Summit Resort a self-contained destination for weddings and private celebrations in the Lakes Region.

• Spaces for 132 Guests
• 1 Barn

The Farmhouse at Candia Woods is a rustic event venue in Candia, New Hampshire, accommodating up to 132 guests for weddings, private parties, corporate events, celebrations of life, and more. The venue brings together farmhouse character and modern amenities — with a well-appointed indoor dining room, a DJ-ready dance floor, full bar service, and an outdoor patio complete with fire pits and lawn games. An on-site executive chef handles all catering, and complimentary menu tastings are available for wedding couples planning their reception. A dedicated event coordinator guides each booking from initial inquiry through the event itself. There are no guest minimums, no food minimums, and no hidden fees, making the space accessible for intimate gatherings and mid-sized receptions alike.

• Spaces for 12-300 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 5 Total Spaces

Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown sits in the heart of Freeport Village, Maine, steps from L.L.Bean's flagship store and within walking distance of more than 100 designer outlets and boutique shops. The property includes the Old Town Hall Meeting Place — Freeport's original Town Hall, built in 1849 — which was fully renovated while preserving its historic character, making it a distinctive setting for ceremonies and gatherings. The hotel offers more than 6,000 square feet of meeting and event space across multiple rooms, accommodating groups from intimate gatherings to receptions of up to 300 guests. The traditional Ballroom can host celebrations of up to 300 guests, while the Old Town Hall accommodates up to 150. An outdoor patio with fire pit and adjacent Memorial Park provide additional space for outdoor ceremonies and receptions. On-site catering is available through the hotel's food and beverage team, and the Garden Grille Restaurant and Bar serves breakfast and dinner daily. The property also features a complimentary indoor heated pool, fitness center, and business center. The local railway stop within walking distance connects guests to Portland in under half an hour.

• Spaces for 50-150 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 4 Total Spaces

Michael's Harborside Restaurant & Bar sits on Tournament Wharf in Newburyport, Massachusetts, overlooking the Merrimack River. Known as Newburyport's favorite waterfront seafood restaurant, it draws local diners, boaters, and North Shore visitors with fresh seafood and sweeping river views — and extends that same setting to private functions. For events, the venue offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces that shift character with the seasons. The downstairs Dining Room suits cozy fireside gatherings in winter and open, seaside celebrations in summer, accommodating up to 50 seated guests or 100 cocktail-style. The upstairs Pub & Dining Room handles up to 50 for a plated meal or buffet and up to 80 for a cocktail reception. Two outdoor decks — one downstairs with the Landing, a 16-seat waterfront bar, and one upstairs with panoramic views of historic Newburyport and the river — each accommodate up to 100 guests. The venue's catering team also serves off-site events within a 60-mile radius, bringing the same food quality and coordination to locations beyond the waterfront.

• Spaces for 18-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

Steeple Hall occupies the second floor of Mission Oak Grill, housed in a converted Baptist church in historic Newburyport, Massachusetts. The building dates to 1805, and its cathedral ceilings, stained glass details, and floor-to-ceiling windows give the space a character suited to weddings and private celebrations. A 2002 renovation preserved the historic architecture while adding contemporary updates including new flooring, a refreshed bar, and a greenery wall. With capacity for up to 180 seated guests, Steeple Hall is the only wedding venue in Newburyport able to host that size of event comfortably. The space scales from 25-person corporate meetings to full receptions, and accommodates cocktail parties and private dinners of various sizes in between. A private outdoor patio offers a garden setting for up to 35 guests, and a Farmers Table in the main dining room provides a more intimate option for groups of up to 18. The venue is fully handicap accessible, air-conditioned, and equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi and a wireless microphone. An on-site Event Director is available full-time, and catering across all spaces is provided by Mission Oak Grill.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

The Harpswell Inn is a waterfront boutique inn and event estate set on Lookout Point in Harpswell, midcoast Maine, occupying a historic 1700s shipbuilders' home and carriage house. The property sits above a quiet cove with panoramic views across an island-dotted bay, including sweeping sunsets over Middle Bay. The inn offers exclusive estate buyouts for weddings and private celebrations, accommodating up to 45 guests through an Intimate Experience package or up to 120 guests through a Grand Celebration package. The grounds include a ceremony lawn at the water's edge, a cocktail hour lawn with elevated bay views, and a large reception lawn designed for tented gatherings. Three private suites accommodate the wedding party, and overnight accommodations for up to 26 guests are included across eight guest rooms and three suites in the main house and carriage house. Buyouts run Thursday through Sunday, with owners on-site to manage the estate throughout. Amenities include a professional kitchen for caterers, complimentary kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, a fire pit, and beach access.

• Spaces for 15-30 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

With a golden sand beach and sweeping ocean views, our Plum Island hotel offers a unique vantage point to experience the beauty of the Atlantic seacoast. Our MA beach hotel is 10 minutes from the lively and charming North Shore haven of Newburyport, yet off on its own little stretch of sand—away from the masses. Your perfect New England beach escape awaits at Blue. Unwind to the sounds of seagulls soaring and waves crashing. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy a glass of wine on the deck. Retire to a restful room or suite, then wake to a sweet and savory breakfast basket. You won't believe this charming beach hotel is just an hour's drive from Boston! Blue–Inn on the Beach has always offered the perfect venue for your intimate, boutique, hand-crafted, beachy event—and we’re still here and ready to host your Newburyport micro wedding, bachelorette party, family reunion, or small group affair! From October to March, Blue offers space that can accommodate beautiful, intimate events. Our location and views are unmatched, and the special combination of rooms detailed below can create an incredible gathering space for your guests. Intimate North Shore events fit beautifully in the water-side Blue Suite of our lodging in Newburyport, MA. From bachelorette parties and bridal showers, to small corporate dinners, this spacious suite holds up to 30 for cocktail style occasions and 15 for seated dinners. A private slice of beach, private hot tub, full kitchen, two bedrooms and a spacious common area provide everything you need for a stylish seaside celebration. Our event package also includes our Lark Suite, King Oceanfront Suite, and Queen Oceanfront Suite to host all of your overnight guests.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Tuckerman Brewing Company is a craft brewery founded in 1998 by Kirsten Neves and Nik Stanciu in Conway, New Hampshire, at the gateway to the White Mountains. What began in a garage on Main Street in Conway Village has grown into a full-scale production operation at 66 Hobbs Street, with distribution spanning New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maine. The brewery's flagship Tuckerman Pale Ale launched the operation, and the lineup has since expanded to include stouts, brown ales, kolsch, pilsners, New England-style IPAs, and hard cider. The tasting room is open daily, serving brick oven pizza alongside the full draft menu. An outdoor beer garden and concert venue operates seasonally, with live music weekly throughout summer and continuing indoors through winter. For private events, Tuckerman Brewing offers buffet-style dinners beyond the regular menu, with a choice of cash bar or drink tickets covering beer, wine, and seltzer. The facility is ADA accessible and family-friendly.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Kimball Jenkins Estate is a historic 3-acre campus in Concord, New Hampshire, where a Victorian mansion, carriage house, and cultivated gardens come together to create a setting for private events spanning more than four decades. The property has served as one of Concord's cultural landmarks throughout that time, hosting weddings, reunions, holiday parties, corporate retreats, bridal showers, and other celebrations for groups of up to 200 guests seasonally. The Victorian Mansion brings an elegant, architectural quality to ceremonies and formal receptions, while the Carriage House offers a more casual space well suited for dining and dancing. The estate's historical gardens extend the setting outdoors, providing additional space for ceremonies and photography. Free public parking is available on campus.

A gorgeously renovated barn venue is quietly located in the lovely countryside of Wonalancet, New Hampshire. Locke Falls Farm combines modern elegance with rustic charm to create the perfect backdrop for your next wedding. The farm is surrounded by pastoral landscapes, mountain views, and thriving perennial gardens as it sits on the edge of the White Mountains. New backdrops with an intense display of autumn color emerge as palettes change and the temperature drops. Couples who prefer winter weddings or who need more room for guests might visit our sister location, The Public House on Page Hill. This brand-new building, which just went into operation, offers year-round event space as well as lodging with stunning views of Mount Chocorua and the Sandwich Range. A story is told when historical details are skillfully weaved into the fabric of the present. The history of Locke Falls Farm begins in the early 1900s, when stagecoach and rail travel were both common. Couples two-stepping through the hand-built dance pavilion could be heard in our antique barn setting. Visitors can now ascend to the homestead using the stones that originally served as the barn's foundation. The traditional sleeping porch, the bridal bedroom with soaking tub, and the stone patio for the rehearsal dinner or cocktails are just a few of the attractions of the wonderfully renovated farmhouse. Locke Falls has added a lot of distinctive features while maintaining the integrity of the farm. The ideal location to exchange vows is defined by our natural wooden arbors, which provide sitting along with rustic tables and benches. A century-old maple slab rests atop whiskey barrels in the patio bar. Even high-top tables made of wire spools exist. The 2,400 square foot event pavilion was recently constructed, and it has large doors leading to a brand-new patio. It features expansive perennial gardens, hand-built stone walls, and breathtaking views of the surrounding pastoral meadows. Locke Falls Farm has so much to love and learn. To schedule a personalized tour, call today.

• Spaces for 140-200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Art Gallery

The Currier Museum of Art, founded in 1929, is located in Manchester, New Hampshire, and houses more than 13,000 American and European artworks — including pieces by Calder, Hopper, Matisse, Monet, O'Keeffe, Picasso, and Wyeth. The museum also owns and operates two Frank Lloyd Wright-designed homes, the only Wright buildings open to the public in New England. For private events, the museum's Winter Garden is the main reception space, accommodating up to 140 guests for a seated dinner or 200 for a cocktail reception. Gallery access is included with every rental, inviting guests to move through the collection during the event. Free on-site parking — unusual for a downtown Manchester venue — makes arrival easy. An on-site manager and security staff are included with all bookings, and catering is provided through Tidewater Catering, the museum's dedicated partner.

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Winery

Willow Spring Vineyards places a premium on community and quality. As a young family winery, our dedication to the people, vines, and environment that make up the region we call home is strong. We invite everyone to come by and participate in this event. We'll most likely be tending the vines or harvesting the grapes alongside family and friends if we take a stroll around the vineyards. So come try our wine and become a part of the Willow Spring Vineyards legend. At Willow Spring Vineyards, we can make your fantasy come true, whether it's an exquisite setting, rustic charm, or a green facility. This hidden gem, only 30 miles north of Boston, is the ideal venue for your big day. Willow Spring Vineyards is a picture-perfect location for unforgettable events in our hand-hewn post and beam barn, which sits on more than twenty acres of land. The barn can accommodate up to 99 people for events. A large landscape project completed in 2015 resulted in a lovely lawn area and patio with a stunning fireplace. This grass is large enough to accommodate a tent for up to 200 people. In the year 2000, Jim and Cindy Parker bought a dilapidated barn and a plot of land from Mary Ray. We started the adventure with a strong focus on restoration and agriculture. Beginning with the dismantling of the eighteenth-century building, we began mapping and marking each piece in preparation for potential re-assembly. The edifice was pulled down piece by piece and logged for rebuilding with the help of family, friends, neighbors, and passers-by. For the huge space, an energy efficient system was designed as part of the green building planning. This barn is truly green, thanks to geothermal heating and cooling and a photovoltaic system (solar panels). Our two acres of grapes surround the beautiful 18th century barn, which can easily be seen from the road. The magnificent 25+ acres continue behind the barn, which may be appreciated from the wraparound deck or in front of the majestic hearth.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Emerson Inn is a classic Massachusetts oceanfront hotel, perfectly situated between panoramic Halibut Point and charming Bearskin Neck, in Rockport. With over 150 years of history, our Rockport hotel has welcomed travelers from near and far seeking rest and relaxation on scenic Pigeon Cove in a relaxing, natural oceanfront setting.

• Spaces for 210-500 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Country Clubs

Black Swan Country Club is a 38,000-square-foot Victorian-style venue set on 120 acres in Georgetown, Massachusetts, on Boston's North Shore. The property combines a traditional New England setting with a country club ambiance, anchored by an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Philip Wogan. Two dedicated ballrooms — the Andover and the Essex — host weddings, corporate events, showers, proms, fundraisers, galas, and milestone celebrations. The Andover Ballroom accommodates up to 325 guests beneath cathedral ceilings with pewter chandeliers and walls of windows, while French doors open to a balcony overlooking the course and a waterfall. The Essex Ballroom seats up to 210 guests under similar cathedral ceilings with chandeliers and elegant window treatments, with its own private balcony and spacious dance floor. Both ballrooms feature hardwood dance floors, silver Chiavari chairs, full-length linens, seasonal coat rooms, and a dedicated event manager who coordinates ceremony logistics, place cards, and day-of details. Outdoor and indoor ceremony options are available on the property, and American Flatbread Pizza, an on-site restaurant, rounds out the venue's dining offerings.

• Spaces for 50 Guests
• 1 Event Space

THANK YOU FOR VISITING THE IPSWICH BED AND BREAKFAST. Ray and Margaret Morley cordially invite you to spend the night with us at the Robert Jordan House, built in 1863 in the heart of Ipswich's magnificent historic district. Our property is a late nineteenth-century Victorian mansion located just a few blocks from the heart of Ipswich. Guests can stay in one of our eight guest rooms, each of which has a private bath, an HD flat screen TV with Fios 200 channels, air conditioning, and internet access throughout the property. You will receive a full breakfast from our broad selection as part of your accommodation charge. Come in for a visit and experience for yourself why we are considered one of the best inns on the North Shore. It is located in the heart of Ipswich, Massachusetts, and is a Bed & Breakfast wedding venue that hosts modest wedding ceremonies, showers, and rehearsal dinners for groups ranging from 25 to 50 people. This charming seaside town is the perfect setting for memorable celebrations away from the hustle and bustle of the major city. It is possible to host your ceremony and reception at this location in a number of event facilities. The Ipswich Inn offers a variety of indoor and outdoor event areas for you to use throughout your entire wedding reception and afterwards. It is possible to exchange vows on the site's spacious grounds during the summer months if you and your partner choose to do so. You and your partner can exchange vows in private in front of your guests, surrounded by beautiful botanical blossoms and towering trees. Following that, guests can enjoy memorable cocktail hours in these outside spaces as well as on the inn's veranda. Here, you may socialize with friends while sipping on beverages and admiring the sunset as it moves across the sky. The reception area of this venue, which is flooded with natural light, is the perfect setting for a night of dancing and laughter. It is possible to arrange this enormous space in a variety of configurations to incorporate a seating area, a dance floor, and live entertainment. Accommodations and suites are available at this bed & breakfast for you and your entourage to use before the big day arrives, among other amenities. The guest rooms at this establishment are all air-conditioned, feature comfortable crisp sheets and bedding, have en-suite bathrooms, have wireless internet access, and include a full prepared breakfast every morning. The Innkeepers, Ray and Margaret Morley, are quite proud of their establishment. This compassionate duo can assist you throughout the entire preparation process to ensure that you have the amazing wedding day that you want and deserve. If you require, they can connect you with a reputable caterer who will serve your wedding reception. Alternatively, you may choose to collaborate with third-party businesses to bring your visions to life.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Castleton Banquet and Conference Center, located on the shores of Cobbetts Pond in Windham, is a premier venue for weddings, parties, and corporate events of all kinds. The combination of our private setting and lakeside views makes us an excellent choice for your next event. We have been serving the Windham, Salem, and Manchester areas since we were founded by the Armstrong family more than 25 years ago. We at Castleton Banquet and Conference Center understand what works best when it comes to hosting and planning events, and we are committed to collaborating with you to make your event a success. The Castleton Banquet and Conference Center provides the use of a multi-functional indoor space that can be used for both corporate activities and social events, depending on the occasion. Meanwhile, outside of this space, we can enjoy picturesque views of the water and the gardens surrounding the building. Do you have a wedding or other social gathering on the horizon that requires the perfect setting? Is it possible that you are a business owner who requires a multi-purpose venue for a conference or retreat? We can accommodate you because we have decades of experience in this field. We provide no-obligation evaluations and estimates.

• Spaces for 40-200 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 4 Historic Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

Set within nearly 50 acres of trails, meadows, and pond views in Groveland, Massachusetts, Veasey Memorial Park is a Town of Groveland conservation property that has welcomed private events since the town acquired it in 1996. The main building — originally constructed in 1909 — houses four distinct rental spaces. The Great Hall is a 1,500-square-foot former chapel with a high arching buttressed wooden ceiling and tall tinted-glass windows; it accommodates 70 guests seated in reception style, or up to 100 for a ceremony. The Veasey Suite is a craftsman-style living room and adjoining dining room anchored by a working fireplace built from striated rock from the Merrimack River. The Mill Rooms comprise two rooms with honey-toned hardwood floors and an Inglenook fireplace, suited for up to 40 guests. The Boardroom is a recently renovated meeting room with comfortable seating and a presentation setup, accommodating up to 50. Full-venue bookings bring together all indoor spaces and the grounds for up to 200 guests. The park places no restrictions on outside caterers or tent rentals. Tables, chairs, and Wi-Fi are included in all rentals; two commercial kitchens are available on request. Proceeds from private events directly support the Groveland Conservation Commission and the ongoing stewardship of the park.