15 Boston Metro Wedding Venues on a Budget
From its scenic waterfront to its rich history and countless attractions, the greater Boston area is an iconic location for a wedding. But what if we told you it can actually be affordable, too? We’ve listed our favorite venues in and around Boston that offer champagne style on a craft beer budget.
Grove at Briar Barn Inn
Rowley, MA
Fab Features: exquisite rural retreat with modern farmhouse flair • ceremonies on the lovely garden terrace surrounded by flowering plants precede receptions in the airy event barn • plush accommodations and the area's best on-site spa set among beautifully landscaped grounds and winding paths
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Charter Oak Country Club
Hudson, MA
Fab Features: magnificent Georgian-style clubhouse offering affordable luxury • al fresco celebrations in the courtyard or on the lovely deck overlooking the gorgeous, tree-lined grounds • the elegant ballroom impresses with floor-to-ceiling windows, and French doors that bring the outside in
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Lindsey Chapel at Emmanuel Church Boston
Boston, MA
Fab Features: two stunning historic spaces: the grand Sanctuary or the intimate Lindsey Chapel, each with dramatic Gothic-inspired architecture and stained glass windows • fabulous Back Bay location, set on Newbury Street a short walk from the Boston Public Garden • all faiths, denominations, and identities are welcome!
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
New England Aquarium
Boston, MA
Fab Features: dine privately among penguins, sharks and sea turtles, or beside Boston's scenic skyline • menus feature ocean-friendly seafood choices • your wedding will support the animals, exhibits, and efforts to protect the blue planet
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Night Shift Brewing
Everett, MA
Fab Features: industrial-chic brewery • variety of event spaces from the Everett taproom to the Lovejoy Wharf restaurant or Owl’s Nest beer gardens • BYO catering paired with craft brews, wine, and cocktails or choose from their approved list of caterers and food trucks
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Multicultural Arts Center
Cambridge, MA
Fab Features: lovingly restored 1880s Victorian treasure with a 2-story theater space and embellished wraparound balcony • al fresco ceremonies beneath a large arbor in the Centanni Courtyard, set amid lawns and brick walkways • fees support the Center's mission to educate the community about diversity through the presentation of multicultural arts programs
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Olio | A Modern/Industrial Event Space
Peabody, MA
Fab Features: 1912 historic theater-turned-modern event space • flexible, industrial-chic interior with soaring ceilings, gleaming wood floors, and modern amenities like climate control and catering prep space • the in-house event and design experts will help you bring your vision to life
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Butternut Farm Golf Club
Stow, Massachusetts
Fab Features: scenic golf club surrounded by endless woodlands and a beautiful 18-hole golf course • idyllic outdoor ceremonies on an expansive, tree-lined lawn or beneath a classic white pergola next to the pond • inviting reception spaces include The Heritage Room with its vaulted ceiling and marble fireplace, as well as the octagonal cocktail lounge
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Tiffany Ballroom at Four Points by Sheraton Norwood
Norwood, MA
Fab Features: elegant hotel and event venue surrounded by landscaped gardens, waterfalls, and tree-lined bridges • picturesque al fresco weddings framed by the architecturally stunning Tiffany Pavilion • pair with the stylish Tiffany Ballroom, outfitted with lofty ceilings, alabaster chandeliers, and elegant drapery
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Devens Common Center
Devens, MA
Fab Features: from personal wedding coordinators to elegant five-course dinner options, this all-inclusive venue offers everything you need • exchange vows in the peaceful Bridal Garden, then celebrate in the traditional elegance of the Grande Ballroom • convenient and comfortable lodging option in Springhill Suites, which is connected to the Center
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Hawthorne Hotel
Salem, MA
Fab Features: historic 1925 hotel that perfectly blends modern comfort with classic style • located in the heart of historic Salem, it's within walking distance of scenic backdrops for your wedding photos including the Salem Common, Derby Wharf, and Salem Harbor • Hawthorne Catering provides elegant event spaces, delicious cuisine, and expert service
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Codman Estate
Lincoln, MA
Fab Features: set in an expansive landscape of gardens, lawns, and meadows just twenty miles from downtown Boston • the Italian Garden features a marble-columned pergola covered with flowering vines • your rental gives you exclusive use of the Carriage House, gardens, and grounds, and the flexibility to design your own event
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $
Granite Links
Quincy, Massachusetts
Fab Features: it offers a truly unique, 360-degree panorama of the Boston area, perched at 300 feet above sea level on the "Quincy Quarries" • the Nantucket-style clubhouse overlooks the water-filled quarry and the 18th green, and boasts an attached terrace • you can keep things entirely al fresco in the Pavilion Tent, an opulent structure that offers unforgettable skyline and harbor views
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
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We couldn't leave out these two gems, each located around an hour from the heart of the city.
Groveland Fairways
Groveland, MA
Fab Features: historic garden estate with three charming ceremony sites: a hearthside patio, garden lawn, and cozy fireside room • cocktail hour on a breezy terrace, followed by receptions in the welcoming banquet room • customizable all-inclusive packages boast plenty of planning support from the expert team
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Wachusett Ballroom at AC Hotel by Marriott Worcester
Worcester, MA
Fab Features: boutique-style, European-inspired hotel in the heart of downtown Worcester • the sophisticated Wachussett Room flows out to the graceful Pavilion Tent, with walls that can be opened to let in the breeze • the experienced events team will help manage the details, from arranging room blocks to crafting your honeymoon
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
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