Fit for a Fairytale: 16 Historic Wedding Venues in New Jersey

Venue Superpowers:

Restored Historic Village

Riverfront Setting

Fees Support Preservation

Fab Features: artfully restored 19th-Century canal town nestled along the Musconetcong River • celebrate in the light-flooded Meeting House, then gather on benches before the inviting stone fire pit once the sun sets • delicious farm-to-table food sourced from the on-site gardens and farms

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

1 Hour From NYC

Full-Service Packages

Fab Features: gorgeous 1850s estate on 20+ acres of peaceful meadows, manicured gardens, and historic buildings • al fresco ceremonies shaded by weeping beech trees are followed by dreamy receptions under a beautiful reception tent or in the airy, modern farmhouse-style reception space • full-service packages, including customized menus, in-house florals, and expert coordination, ensure a perfectly luxe experience

Venue Superpowers:

Tudor Revival Manor

Overnight Accommodations

Lawn Receptions

Fab Features: fairy-tale mansion and lakeside chapel surrounded by 100 acres of formal gardens and 1,000 acres of natural woodlands • sip cocktails on the stone terrace, then dine and dance beneath a clear-top tent on the rolling lawn • 21 beautifully appointed suites & rooms offer a showcase of eclectic historic styles

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Brick Building

Storybook Gardens

Charitable Donations

Fab Features: 1894 dairy farm-turned-private club, with its original brick-and-slate façade • swanky, chandelier-laden ballroom and a storybook garden and patio • portions of proceeds go to supporting 10 different charities & cultural organizations

Venue Superpowers:

English Manor Vibes

All-Inclusive

Upscale Cuisine

Fab Features: English manor house-style country club nestled along the Lamington River • floor-to-ceiling windows in the ballroom frame golf course views • expert Executive and Pastry Chefs can help personalize your menu, including a custom-designed wedding cake

Venue Superpowers:

Pastoral Working Farm

Tented Receptions

Unique Cave Room

Fab Features: serene working farm set on 88.7 scenic acres with a stately 1858 mansion and picturesque vineyard vista • celebrate in the cozy tasting room, unique stone-wall Cave room, or on the breezy brick patio • enjoy delectable estate-grown wines along with cuisine from exceptional local vendors

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Ballroom

Indoor/Outdoor Flow

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: airy, modern ballroom with oversized windows that let in tons of natural light and a tasteful color palette to fit any style • from the ultra-luxe dressing suite, make a jaw-dropping entrance down the dramatic grand staircase • views of the Atlantic City skyline from the tented outdoor patio, which is connected by a double-sided fireplace and glass wall to the main space

Venue Superpowers:

Elegant Country Club

Bucolic Photo Ops

Lake-View Terrace

Fab Features: lushly landscaped country club with the feel of a grand estate • lakeside ceremonies on the Terrace are followed by receptions in an adjacent space with elegant drapery, tiered crystal chandeliers, and French doors for an indoor/outdoor flow • enjoy delicious menu options, all beautifully presented—including the desserts

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Inn

Beach Ceremonies

In-House Design Services

Fab Features: charming historic inn tucked on the shores of Strathmore Bay • toes-in-the-sand ceremonies are followed by breeze tented receptions on the lawn • generous packages include complimentary in-house Wedding Design and Planning Services

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Details

Breathtaking Ocean Views

Luxe Accommodations

Fab Features: 1880s waterfront treasure • ceremonies on the Ocean Terrace provide sweeping views of the Atlantic • guests will love the modern and luxurious accommodations with ocean views, and fabulous amenities like gas fireplaces and oversized whirlpool baths

Venue Sueprpowers:

Restored Mansion

Antique Furnishings

Fees Support Preservation

Fab Features: lovingly restored 1830s mansion in the heart of Jersey City, which has served as a private residence, YMCA facility, and performance space • the interior boasts opulent period furnishings, a theater, several elegant, light-filled event rooms, and a vintage bowling alley! • fees support the preservation of the mansion and support its many programs

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Beachside Ceremonies

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: 1923 landmark jewel located steps from the boardwalk • romantic beachside ceremonies • variety of reception spaces from the Crystal Ballroom to the Garden Room, with it’s skylight ceiling, curving staircases, and tranquil fountain

Fab Features:

Colonial-Style Estate

Inclusive Packages

Multiple Event Venues

Fab Features: thoughtfully preserved colonial-style hotel in charming Princeton • lovely al fresco ceremonies amid the manicured grounds and elegant indoor events set in one of 13 beautifully appointed ballrooms and reception rooms • flexible wedding packages can accommodate everything from vegetarian to kosher menus

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Tuscan-Inspired Villa

Spring Cherry Blossoms

Award-Winning Culinary Team

Fab Features: Tuscan-villa architecture in a park setting lush with cherry blossom trees • bubbling fountains outside and breathtaking crystal chandeliers inside • award-winning chefs and mixologists create exquisite personalized menus (even a specialty ice carving!)

Venue Superpowers:

Palatial Mansion

Garden Ceremonies

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: 1870 palatial mansion with elegant period décor • garden ceremony site with a manicured lawn and circular patio surrounded by lush greenery • gorgeous ballroom boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, a Carrara marble fireplace, and large French door

Venue Superpowers:

Gazebo Garden Ceremonies

Customized Menus

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: turn-of-the-century gem with a romantic garden ceremony site with a domed, white-pillared gazebo • the ballroom impresses with a gold-trimmed grand staircase and dazzling crystal chandeliers • extensive cuisine options include kosher and glatt kosher offerings

Venue: Smithville Inn