Top Hudson Valley Wedding Venues

• 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 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.

• Spaces for 150-400 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Event Space

Set in the rolling hills of Litchfield, Connecticut, The Litchfield Inn is a family-operated colonial boutique hotel that has been welcoming guests for more than 40 years. The property spans 10.5 acres adjacent to over 100 acres of conservation land, offering a secluded countryside setting just two hours from New York City and Boston and less than two miles from downtown Litchfield's shops and restaurants. The inn accommodates events of varying scales across its indoor and outdoor spaces. The Ballroom provides a spacious, high-ceilinged setting for weddings, receptions, and corporate galas, while the Gathering Room suits more intimate occasions — baby showers, small parties, and meetings. The grounds extend the venue outdoors, with formal gardens and open lawns available for ceremonies and tented receptions. With 32 guestrooms on-site, wedding parties and their guests can stay for the full weekend, and the inn's event team works with each group to tailor catering and logistics throughout the planning process.

• 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.

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 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 750 Guests

The Beechwoods at Villa Roma is a resort event destination set in the Catskill Mountains of Callicoon, New York. The resort's dedicated event space, Chamanwoods — formerly known as the Beechwoods — features elegant chandeliers and large windows offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and golf course, making it well-suited for weddings, receptions, birthday celebrations, reunions, proms, and showers. Events here include a built-in dance floor and a dedicated on-site catering chef to support every celebration. As part of Villa Roma Resort, the venue extends access to championship golf, multiple pools, a spa, live entertainment, and a collection of restaurants and bars — giving guests a full destination experience alongside any occasion.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

The Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown is an 11-story hotel in the heart of downtown Waterbury, Connecticut, roughly an hour from New York City and 30 minutes from Hartford. The property underwent a full renovation in 2014, bringing its lobby and event facilities up to the brand's modern Refreshing Business concept — open, flexible, and built for gatherings of all kinds. For events, the hotel is home to Barn on Grand, a dedicated event space on the lobby level that blends exposed brick, warm wood accents, and rustic character with contemporary elegance. The Barn accommodates up to 150 guests and is well suited for weddings, receptions, milestone celebrations, and corporate gatherings. The hotel also offers additional ballroom and meeting space, totaling over 10,000 square feet of renovated event facilities across eight rooms. Guests and attendees benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, full audio-visual services, in-house catering, a Starbucks, and on-site parking. The hotel's 199 guest rooms and suites — along with valet parking and a fitness center — make it a convenient all-in-one destination for multi-day events.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center is a children's museum and preschool located at One Pleasant Street in Bristol, Connecticut. It holds the distinction of being the first preschool in the country to fully integrate its preschool curriculum with a children's museum, and operates as a division of the Boys & Girls Club of Bristol. The museum's 11 studios cover art, culinary, science, and energy programming, giving young guests access to hands-on, educator-led experiences. For celebrations, Imagine Nation offers weekend birthday party packages that pair exclusive use of the Imagine Nation Cafe with educator-led workshop themes — from Studio Art and Outer Space to Junior Laboratory and Dino Birthday Bash — for groups of up to 15 children. Each package includes a party attendant for setup and cleanup, and the museum's team handles the details so families can focus on the celebration.

• Spaces for 230 Guests

The New England Carousel Museum occupies a historic 30,000-square-foot building in downtown Bristol, Connecticut, where a permanent collection of hand-carved carousel animals — spanning the 1890s onward — lines the galleries alongside rotating exhibitions on American amusement park history. For private events, the museum's second-floor ballroom offers soaring ceilings, sparkling chandeliers, exposed brick walls, and hardwood floors, making it a distinctive setting for weddings, receptions, galas, and corporate gatherings. A Venetian carousel installed on-site in 2021 — its panels painted with scenes of Venice, Italy — serves as a centerpiece for proposals, engagement parties, and celebrations that call for something beyond the expected. The museum also accommodates children's parties in a dedicated family-friendly space, with themed programming including Victorian tea parties, fairy parties, and carousel craft activities. An art studio rounds out the rental offerings for groups seeking a creative component.

• Spaces for 325 Guests
• 1 Country Club

Weddings It all starts with a dream, and here at Whitney Farms, your desire can become a reality on your very special day. Put our experience to work for you to create the ultimate wedding celebration. We have a variety of options to choose from, as well as gorgeous surroundings and outdoor venues for your ceremony. Allow our expert staff to assist you in creating the most unforgettable day of your life by carefully coordinating all of the details with you. Our staff will collaborate with you on every element that will help to turn your wedding ideas into a reality. Whitney Farms offers a variety of food and service packages to accommodate a variety of budgets. Our culinary experts will wow your guests with delectable cuisines that are customized to your specific requirements. Whitney can host groups ranging from 30 to 300 people for a full service dinner, great buffet services, a full service bar, and cocktail hour service, among other things. Whitney Farms can accommodate big gatherings in their "Golf View Room" and on their beautiful back porch, as well as smaller gatherings in their "Fireplace Room," depending on the size and needs of the gathering. In addition, a separate bridal suite is provided. Wedding Showers Having your wedding reception at our beautiful, picturesque landscape and event area is the perfect way to start your celebration. Baby Showers Allow us to host your Baby Shower, which will include a variety of cuisine and celebration options. From brunch to Afternoon Tea, we have got you covered. Parties Parties Outings and Occasions Our great service is available for your next corporate event, holiday party, golf outing, and more. Contact us today! Whitney has a menu that can be customized for over 15 different events, ranging from reunions to retreats.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

A family-run cider orchard, tasting room, guest house & wedding venue.

• Spaces for 300-500 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 1 Park

Three Saints Park is a 25-acre private park set in Bethany, Connecticut — a small, rural town that has kept its New England character. The property spans wooded and open grounds with a pond, sports fields, and two pavilions, offering a natural backdrop for DIY celebrations of all kinds. The Large Covered Pavilion accommodates up to 300 guests and sits adjacent to a full catering kitchen, making it the centerpiece for weddings, receptions, and large gatherings. The Small Pavilion, a 1920s-era structure and the oldest on the property, overlooks the pond and provides a more intimate setting. Both spaces are available for full-day exclusive buyout — no two events share the grounds on the same day. Three Saints Park is built for couples and hosts who want creative control. Food trucks are welcome, outside vendors are encouraged, and the venue provides 12 picnic tables, a podium and stage, event lighting, parking for approximately 100 cars, and on-site restrooms.

• Spaces for 250-500 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm
• 1 Garden

Natural Gardens spreads across 107 acres in the Western Catskill foothills near East Meredith, New York. The property has been cultivated over decades into a landscape of twelve koi ponds with stone waterfalls, native orchid beds, woodland garden paths, and hundreds of perennial varieties — a setting the owners describe as grown rather than built. The centerpiece for events is the Catskill Barn, a reception space finished with cedar floors, vaulted ceilings, and exposed hand-hewn beams. Screened windows frame views of the ponds and surrounding forest, and the barn accommodates up to 250 guests with tables, chairs, a dance floor, and bathrooms included. Ceremony locations across the grounds include a pondside platform with a wooden gazebo and stone waterfall, wooded clearings, and curated garden paths. A dedicated bridal barn with staging rooms, a makeup room, and a mirror room serves the wedding party throughout the day. The venue allows outside catering and can coordinate shuttle service for guests. A bonfire area is available for evening gatherings, and the property's 25 landscaped acres provide generous space for portraits and lawn games.

• Spaces for 750 Guests

DoubleTree by Hilton Stamford is a full-service hotel and event destination located near downtown Stamford, Connecticut, minutes from the Stamford Transportation Center with direct Metro-North and Amtrak service to midtown Manhattan. The property features 484 guestrooms and suites alongside more than 60,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space, making it one of the largest event facilities in the region. The hotel's event offerings span 41 meeting and event rooms, including the 10,240-square-foot Grand Ballroom, the 4,640-square-foot Junior Ballroom, and a 7,200-square-foot Garden Pavilion tent for outdoor or tented gatherings. The property also houses a dedicated Executive Meeting Center for conferences and smaller gatherings. On-site dining is available at Tavola, the hotel's full-service restaurant, and additional amenities include an indoor heated pool, a fitness center, and complimentary shuttle service to the train station and surrounding downtown attractions.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 150 Guests

• Spaces for 120-160 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Country Club

Established in 1898, Mahopac Golf and Beach Club carries more than 125 years of tradition on its 200-acre property in Putnam County, New York. The club sits alongside Lake Mahopac, with an 18-hole championship course designed by Devereux Emmet — the same architect behind Garden City Golf Club and Congressional Country Club — as its centerpiece. For private events and celebrations, the Ballroom accommodates 40 to 120 guests and features French doors that open onto the Terrace, which overlooks the signature 9th hole. The Executive Chef develops custom menus to serve gatherings of up to 150 guests, from intimate dinners to seated weddings. The club is the only private club in the area with a white sandy beach — a 5,000-square-foot stretch of lakefront on the 587-acre Lake Mahopac — rounding out a setting that combines a historic golf destination with distinctive waterfront access.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

Studio III at Intensity is an event space within INTENSITY, a family-owned racquet and fitness club located at 490 Westport Avenue in Norwalk, Connecticut. The club describes itself as a community hub with a personal touch, making every effort to know its clients and deliver individual attention. The facility is designed for family-oriented celebrations, including bar and bat mitzvahs, sweet sixteens, baby showers, and children's parties. Beyond the event space, INTENSITY operates six tennis courts, four squash courts, four group exercise studios, and a full-service gym — making it a lively, active venue with built-in energy for events of all kinds.