Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. In a perfect world, it’s a day spent surrounded by loved ones; a day celebrating an even more special love between you and your spouse-to-be. At Best of NJ, we want to help you find the perfect place to host your special day. That’s why we’ve put together a showcase of The Best New Jersey Wedding Venues.
A lot goes in to deciding what sets venues apart from the pack. Everything from location and decor to amenities and overall presentation were factors in deciding which wedding destinations made the list. Without further ado (or is that “I do”), we present The Best New Jersey Wedding Venues.
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#1: The Park Chateau Estate & Gardens
Where: 678 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick
Why it’s the Best: Nestled midway between Manhattan and Philadelphia on 15 rolling acres, the Park Chateau 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 visitors to step into the pages of a classic French Novel; embracing the gorgeous architecture of the time and capturing the essence of romance. It’s East Brunswick location makes the Park Chateau an ideal midway point for many families and friends in the tristate area. The Park Chateau is an extremely versatile wedding hall, allowing for both indoor and outdoor weddings. It even features a private chapel for hosting ceremonies.
Why I like it: The elegant, onsite Chateau Grande Hotel gives brides, grooms, and guests the perfect place to stay.
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#2: Mallard Island Yacht Club
Where: Manahawkin
Details: The Mallard Island Yacht Club is perfect for those who can’t decide between a beach, estate, or hotel wedding. This destination venue has second-to-none views. Beach weddings have their ceremony in the boathouse chapel. Meanwhile, the Yacht Club ballroom hosts parties of up to 250 guests. But good luck convincing the bride to even leave the “Crown Jewel” of Mallard; a 3,000 sq ft bridal suite that offers a stunning view of the Barnegat Bay.
#3: The Park Savoy Estate
Where: 236 Ridgedale Ave, Florham Park
Why it’s the Best: The Park Savoy is a top choice in New Jersey for elegant estate and garden weddings. The original building, a Morris County landmark, was built in 1870 and has undergone an extensive multi-million dollar renovation. The Savoy features a circular drive, expansive manicured grounds, a stunning light-filled ballroom, and a luxurious bridal suite. The manicured gardens blend into the rolling hills of the golf course that adjoins the property. Highlights include a grand ballroom with colossal crystal chandeliers, windows from floor to ceiling, period antiques, and fireplaces. The venue fuses 19th-century atmosphere with state-of-the-art video and lighting capabilities. The Park Savoy can host up to 400 wedding guests.
Why I like it: Thanks to their brand new chapel, The Park Savoy can host both the ceremony and reception.
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#4: Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury
Where: Shrewsbury
Details: Originally a private summer residence, Shadowbrook is an expansive venue set on 18 acres. Their team of chefs and culinary artisans create world-class, award-winning cuisine including hors d’oeuvres, entrees, and desserts. Shadowbrook can also accommodate Kosher Weddings, as they partner with Foremost Kosher Caterers. The massive ballroom, luscious landscaping, floral-filled foyer, and ceremony hall create an unforgettable experience.
#5: Nanina’s in the Park
Where: 540 Mill St, Belleville
Why it’s the Best: Picture a gorgeous sunny day at a Tuscan villa in a park. Now add a bride, her groom, family, and a few hundred friends. You’ve just created the perfect wedding at Nanina’s in the Park. This landmark venue is on the edge of historic Branch Brook Park, known for manicured grounds and the largest variety of cherry trees in the world. Nanina’s is surrounded by gardens, a brook, an arched stone bridge, an outdoor patio, waterfalls, fountains and a circular cobblestone driveway leading to a wide portico. The grand ballroom features a cathedral ceiling with stately Austrian crystal chandeliers and clerestory windows that light up the space. Nanina’s holds 400 guests in the ballroom, and 200 guests outdoors.
Why I like it: Their unique cherry gardens create a special backdrop for photos that make weddings here unmistakeable.
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#6: Florentine Gardens
Where: River Vale
Details: The Estate at Florentine Gardens has been operating as a wedding venue for over 30 years. With each new renovation, they continue to chase Thomas Daidone’s dream of becoming the tristate area’s best wedding venue. (His family still operates the estate to this day.) Their latest improvement to the ballroom adds better acoustics and enhanced lighting capabilities. The outdoor veranda and garden offer the perfect setting to host a ceremony.
#7: The Venetian
Where: Garfield
Details: From the elegant exterior and gleaming ballroom to stunning palazzo, the Venetian offers a luxurious wedding experience. The rich draperies, beautiful double staircase, massive chandeliers, and incredible architectural details are breathtaking. Their grand ballroom offers marble floors, crystal chandeliers, a lighted indoor fountain, and outdoor patio. Additional services include wedding planning, white glove service, ice sculpting and valet parking.
#8: Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club
Where: Farmingdale
Details: Eagle Oaks makes weddings feel intimate despite the spacious ballroom. The golf course makes for a wonderful backdrop, as does the photogenic 60,000 sq ft Southern Colonial-style Clubhouse. That Clubhouse also offers four luxury guest suites. In addition, Eagle Oaks provides valet parking, a terraced wedding garden, wrought iron staircases, plus a bridal suite, ballroom, and wine cellar. The venue can host up to 600 guests per wedding.
#9: The Rockleigh
Where: Rockleigh
Details: The Rockleigh bills itself as a versatile wedding experience. The property boasts a Grand Pavilion for up to 850 guests, and a more intimate Bristol Room for 275 guests. They host wedding ceremonies in either their indoor chapel or outdoor garden chapel, complete with stone gazebo and fountains. Meanwhile, the in-house culinary team offers Continental and Kosher cuisines, crafting seasonally-minded menus personalized for every wedding.
#10: The Imperia
Where: Somerset
Details: The Imperia offers three distinct ballrooms, melding modern elegance, exceptional cuisine, and luxurious fantasy. One standout feature is the double spiral grand staircase in the lobby. Another is The Imperia Wedding Package: a curated package including fresh floral centerpieces as well as a custom wedding cake. The package also boasts a champagne greeting, Private Bridal Suite, valet parking, custom menu/escort/direction cards, and more.
The Best Wedding Venues in New Jersey FAQs
You’ll find New Jersey’s best wedding venues all throughout the state. For instance, top choices include Nanina’s in the Park in Belleville and The Park Savoy Estate in Florham Park. The Park Chateau Estate & Gardens in East Brunswick is also a popular choice, as is the adjacent Chateau Grande Hotel.
Of course! New Jersey is home to some of the most amazing wedding venues in the country. Venues like The Park Savoy Estate offer unforgettable weddings thanks to their indulgent on-site catering and amazing ballrooms. Not to mention the landscaped grounds that offer luscious gardens, waterfalls, and a wrought iron gazebo.
There are many gorgeous wedding venues in New Jersey! In particular, the Park Chateau Estate & Gardens transports guests to a luxurious French villa. From the picturesque landscaping to its charming chapel, to the awe-inspiring crystal chandeliers throughout, it’s a unique experience.
Top Photo: © Nanina’s in the Park
Additional Images (in Order) Courtesy:
Park Chateau Estate & Gardens / Website
The Park Savoy Estate / Website
Nanina’s in the Park / Website
