Best Outdoor Wedding Venues in New Jersey

This past summer, we saw a surge in New Jersey weddings, and with COVID restaurant restrictions in New York not being lifted, we foresee another summer where New Jersey wedding venues will be in high demand.

LLG Events will be executing 5 weddings in New Jersey across 2021, and we can expect this number to increase as the year unfolds. We’re naming our top choice wedding venues in New Jersey, ones trusted by us and our clients, and we’re laying out all the up-to-date information for 2021-2022 venue bookings.

We have done our research and worked onsite with over half of this list, and we are currently planning and executing weddings at 4 of the following locations. These 10 venues provide the perfect space for you and your guests to enjoy an outdoor tented celebration with a night under the stars, or an over-the-top indoor affair will glass ceilings, chandeliers, and ballrooms galore!

1. Bonnet Island Estate - Manahawkin, New Jersey

Bonnet Island Estate is located in the Long Island Beach area. The estate is completely private, with a waterfront backdrop, beautiful florals, and a Boathouse Chapel. Inside the estate, you can find tasteful reception rooms, a sublime ballroom, and private guest suites. We are excited to be hosting an LLG wedding at Bonnet Island Estate this May!

Starting Price - $13,000.00

Venue Capacity - Up to 250 guests

Onsite Accommodations - Yes, 12 private suites that can accommodate up to 24 guests

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite

Photo Credit: Craig W. Brearley Architect

2. Crossed Keys Estate - Andover, New Jersey

Located just 1 hour outside of NYC, Crossed Keys Estate features rustic charm with over 20 acres of meadows, beautiful gardens, 200-year old trees, and historic stone buildings. You and your guests will enter the estate through the tree-lined driveway and be greeted with an on-site white tent and string lights. Within the estate, you will see the brand new custom-built Farmhouse that is entirely modern with expansive glass windows, custom bridal suite furniture, and a curved staircase, perfect for first look photos. The estate also features a natural creek and wild pond that allow for amazing natural photo opportunities.

Starting Price - $8,000.00

Venue Capacity - Up to 225 guests with a minimum of 145 guests

Onsite Accommodations - No, however the Crossed Keys Inn is 5 minutes from the venue with 11 guest rooms

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite

3. Natirar - Peapack, New Jersey

This elegant countryside estate is located just 40 miles outside of NYC. Combining traditional exposed brick with a modern and luxurious ballroom, this property offers a unique backdrop for photos across its 500 acres of gorgeous scenery. With both outdoor and indoor event spaces available, Natirar is a perfect choice for couples looking to get married somewhere private and grand.

Starting Price - $30,000.00

Venue Capacity - Up to 250 guests with a minimum of 100 guests

Onsite Accommodations - No, however there are several hotels in the area

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite

4. Park Chateau Estate and Gardens - East Brunswick, New Jersey

Manicured gardens alongside a tranquil pond yield an epic event space to host your outdoor wedding. The flagstone patio provides panoramic views of the gardens, which is perfect for cocktail hour. The interior of the Estate is filled with French antiques, and the Grand Ballroom has crystal chandeliers that glisten throughout the space. Whether your first dance is under the stars or in the ballroom, this venue provides a gorgeous backdrop for both. Stay tuned for an LLG wedding coming here soon in 2021!

Starting Price - $20,000.00

Venue Capacity - Up to 400 guests with a minimum of 125 guests

Onsite Accommodations - Yes, 108 rooms that can accommodate up to 216 guests

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite

Photo Credit: Park Chateau Estate and Gardens

5. Pleasantdale Chateau - West Orange, New Jersey

An entirely secluded 40 acres of grounds with centuries-old oak trees, stone walls, and plantings, the Pleasantdale Chateau is a completely private estate in New Jersey. The chateau features formal gardens, manicured grounds, ponds, walking bridges, and gazebos—all perfect areas to take your wedding photos. Whether you are looking to host a grand wedding with hundreds of guests, or a small intimate wedding for close friends and family, the Pleasantdale Chateau can accommodate any and all of your wishes. We are so excited for two LLG weddings, this fall, at Pleasantdale Chateau!

Starting Price - Please inquire here

Venue Capacity - Up to 400 guests

Onsite Accommodations - Yes, 30 guest rooms that can accommodate up to 60 guests

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite

6. The Ashford Estate - Allentown, New Jersey

Surrounded by hundreds of acres of preserved farmland, The Ashford Estate features gorgeous fountains, waterfalls, a floating gazebo, stone ruins, and garden arbors. The historic 19th-century Dairy Barn serves as the backdrop for you and your significant other to exchange your vows. The Dairy Barn is a white blank canvas for you to fill with candles and flowers to create your ideal ceremony. The Main Estate is the perfect spot for your cocktail hour or reception and you can choose either the Conservatory or the Outdoor Terrace that overlooks the pond, footbridge, and gazebo.

Starting Price - $22,000.00

Venue Capacity - Up to 275 guests

Onsite Accommodations - Yes, 12 suites that can accommodate up to 26 guests

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite

7. The Castle at Skylands Manor - Ringwood, New Jersey

Located at the New Jersey Botanical Gardens, The Skylands Manor is a granite Tudor Revival Mansion that sits on 100+ acres of floral gardens. The land is surrounded by 1,000+ acres of vibrant woodlands, and the gardens consist of verandas and stone terraces that provide the perfect setting for your ceremony, cocktail hour, or wedding reception. The castle's giant ceilings, oak walls, stained glass windows, marble fireplaces, and stunning chandeliers provide amazing lighting and pure romance.

Starting Price - $6,000.00

Venue Capacity - Up to 350 guests with a minimum of 100 guests

Onsite Accommodations - Yes, 21 suites that can accommodate up to 42 guests

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite

8. The Estate at Florentine Gardens - River Vale, New Jersey

Less than an hour away from NYC, The Estate at Florentine Gardens offers both ballroom and garden spaces to host your wedding festivities. The grounds consist of masses of trees with lights to provide the feel of a fairytale. The grounds also feature fountains, sculptures, outdoor lighting, and gazebos. Due to the patio's layout, lighting, and gazebos, the grounds are romantic in every season. The mansion features tall ceilings, massive chandeliers, and warm wood furniture which provides a historic feel.

Starting Price - $18,000.00

Venue Capacity - Up to 350 guests

Onsite Accommodations - No, however there are many hotels in the area

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite

Photo Credit: Jennifer Larsen Photography

9. The Madison Hotel - Morristown, New Jersey

Centered around a charming clocktower with an expansive glass ceiling, The Madison Hotel provides a completely enclosed conservatory that is absolutely breathtaking. Complete with a marble dance floor, large chandeliers, and hanging greenery, you do not need to do much design work within this space as the structure is already so stunning. The hotel also features a 4,000 square-foot ballroom and a flower-filled sanctuary that is the perfect spot to exchange your vows. On top of all this, the hotel even offers a complimentary guest room for the newlyweds on the night of their wedding along with an overnight stay on their one year anniversary!

Starting Price - $13,000.00

Venue Capacity - Up to 160 guests with a minimum of 100 guests

Onsite Accommodations - Yes, 186 guest rooms that can accommodate up to 400 guests

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite

10. The Park Savoy Estate - Florham Park, New Jersey

Nestled in a garden setting, The Park Savoy Estate includes a gorgeous mansion alongside formal gardens, both of which are a perfect backdrop for your wedding celebration. Imagine hosting your ceremony or cocktail hour by the fountain, or on the upper patio overlooking a lily pond and garden? This estate is colorful yet classic and a great space to host an indoor or outdoor wedding celebration.

Starting Price - $20,000.00

Venue Capacity - Up to 400 guests

Onsite Accommodations - No

Getting Ready Suites - Yes, offered onsite