24 of New Jersey's Best Outdoor Wedding Venues

Mother Nature is always a welcome wedding guest, which is a major reason outdoor weddings are so popular. From a French château and gardens to a lakeside chapel or secluded country club, New Jersey offers plenty of options for celebrating your big day al fresco.



NORTHERN NEW JERSEY



Crystal Springs Resort

Hamburg, New Jersey

Fab Features: four-season resort made for destination weddings boasting a luxury lodge, chic hotel, and two country clubs • eight stunning venues offer options for every style and vision, ranging from ballrooms to lush gardens to an elegant wood pavilion • two on-site spas specialize in wedding services, with other amenities like a year-round pool enclosed within a living biosphere!

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Hilton Short Hills

Short Hills, NJ

Fab Features: modern property conveniently located less than 25 miles from NYC • elegantly appointed event spaces include the Grand Ballroom, where the eighteen-foot ceiling is draped with dazzling crystal chandeliers, and a lovely outdoor tented pavilion that offers views of the surrounding woodland • fab lodging with indoor and outdoor pools, great restaurant, and rooftop deck with cozy fire pits

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Rock Island Lake Club

Sparta, New Jersey

Fab Features: ‌beautifully landscaped estate perched at the edge of a private, 11-acre lake • airy, al fresco ceremonies under a natural birchwood arch followed by receptions in a sophisticated grand ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water • full-service packages showcase creative, delicious menus, personalized planning, and seamless day-of coordination

Catering: In-house
Price: $$
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The Park Savoy Estate

Florham Park, New Jersey

Fab Features: palatial 1870s lakeside mansion boasting exquisite décor indoors and landscaped grounds outdoors • timeless luxury in the Ballroom, with floor-to-ceiling windows, a Carrera marble fireplace, and French doors • garden ceremonies on the lawn and cocktails on the airy Veranda, with panoramic views of the grounds and lake

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Bridgewater Manor

Bridgewater, NJ

Fab Features: elegant event center with beautifully manicured grounds and a large pond with a picturesque fountain • ceremonies on the garden terrace of inlaid stone surrounded by colorful blooms and swaying weeping willows • well-priced packages that cater to all budgets

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Naninas In The Park

Belleville, New Jersey

Fab Features: Tuscan villa-inspired architecture with plenty of modern amenities in a park-like setting lush with cherry blossom trees • al fresco ceremonies in the gardens amid bubbling fountains, refined statuary, and a charming bridge over the burbling creek • award-winning chefs and mixologists create exquisite personalized menus (even a specialty ice carving!)

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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CENTRAL NEW JERSEY



Nassau Inn

Princeton, New Jersey

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Mainline Catering & Events

Phillipsburg, NJ

Fab Features: gracious full-service venue in the heart of Warren County • say "I do" among gorgeous landscaped lawns and tree-studded grounds, then celebrate in the rustic Pavilion or elegant Ballroom • affordable, inclusive packages showcase fabulous menus, with plenty of flexibility to customize your day

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm

Jobstown, NJ

Fab Features: beautiful 17th-century farmhouse mansion, barns, and original outbuildings on a sprawling 315-acre property • exchange vows on under a handmade arch on the Ceremony Lawn, which provides unobstructed vistas • dine & dance in the Stone Barn beneath a vaulted ceiling with rustic beams, or the Breezeway Barm with its gracious indoor/outdoor flow 

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Nottingham Ballroom

Hamilton Township, NJ

Fab Features: one of the largest (and most affordable!) gathering halls in Mercer County, ultra-accessible from NYC and Philly • the main ballroom space boasts beautiful wood floors, an elevated tage, and a prep kitchen and dedicated bar • exchange vows or snap photos in the nearby Sayen Botanical Gardens, with its walking trails, ponds, gazebos, and even a charming arched footbridge

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Chateau Grande Hotel

East Brunswick, NJ

Fab Features: opulent French-American boutique hotel surrounded by fifteen acres of idyllic grounds • on-site catering led by James Beard award-winning chef, David Burke, known for his inventiveness and savory mastery • luxury lodging fit for the occasion includes plush beds, individually lit makeup mirrors, and glamorous chandeliers

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $$$
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Beaver Brook Country Club

Annandale, New Jersey

Fab Features: beloved full-service country club with beautiful facilities and delicious menus the oak- and maple-shaded ceremony site on the patio boasts big fairway vistas from its hillside perch • panoramic views of the Hunterdon Hills from the Ballroom's wall-to-wall windows, plus an intimate bar and lounge outfitted with a cozy fire for chilly weather events

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Park Chateau Estate and Gardens

East Brunswick, New Jersey

Fab Features: spectacular manor designed after a classic French countryside estate • ceremonies in a private chapel nestled among the gardens, or overlooking a graceful lily pond encircled by flowers • the 17th century-inspired ballroom is adorned with opulent chandeliers hung from an elaborately embellished recessed ceiling

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$
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The Farmhouse

Hampton, NJ

Fab Features: ‌330-year-old, historic country estate set on over 10 acres • setting in the rolling hills of Hunterdon County, with its manicured lawns, lush gardens, and towering trees, can't be topped • in warm weather, opt for outdoor garden ceremonies and tented receptions, or stay warm in winter with indoor celebrations in the versatile ballroom

Catering: In-house
Price: $$
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SOUTH JERSEY



The Bradford Estate

Hainesport, NJ

Fab Features: beautiful country estate with lush, manicured grounds • say "I do" under the pergola in the "secret garden," encircled by tall hedges and shade trees • cocktails on the wraparound porch followed by receptions in the classically elegant ballrooms with its rows of oversized windows

Catering: In-house
Price: $$
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Greenview Inn at Eastlyn Golf Course

Vineland, NJ

Fab Features: a gorgeous venue located on the grounds of the stunning Eastlyn Golf Course • say "I do" beneath the delightful Pergola, a romantic shelter of overgrown vines, with a backdrop of bountiful flowers • dance the night away in the classic, elegantly appointed ballroom

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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The Smithville Inn

Galloway, NJ

Fab Features: unique Inn built in 1977 • variety of event spaces from the manicured gardens to the serene lake to the charming reception rooms • amazing photo ops beside the lake, the historic outbuildings, the cobblestone paths, in the gardens, and even on the vintage carouse!

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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JERSEY SHORE



Avenue

Long Branch, NJ

Fab Features: stunning beachfront restaurant with a fabulous indoor/outdoor flow between venues • birds-eye views of pristine sunsets from the stylish Roof Deck, which also boasts a glimmering pool and a fireplace lounge • delicious cuisine is carefully prepared and beautifully presented, highlighted by fresh seafood and hand-crafted cocktails

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Mill Lakeside Manor

Spring Lake Heights, NJ

Fab Features: say ‘I do’ in the Lakeside Garden ceremony site surrounded by bountiful flowers, a quaint water mill trickling into a sparkling lake, a private dock, and graceful resident swans • enjoy cocktail hour in the Grand Lobby, where you can watch chefs prepare hors d’oeuvres in the open kitchen • treat your guests to amazing cuisine with your customized menu

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Clarks Landing Yacht Club, Point Pleasant

Point Pleasant, NJ

Fab Features: elegant seaside mansion boasting impeccable white glove service • say "I do" from a stunning glass-enclosed space overlooking the waterfront and marina, followed by cocktails in the cozy, library-inspired Riverview Room • dramatic ballroom with a circular hardwood dance floor, tiered Italian crystal chandeliers, and a wall of windows

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Mallard Island Estate

Manahawkin, New Jersey

Fab Features: elegant club surrounded on three sides by sparkling Barnegat Bay • the grounds boast a collage of gardens, white picket fences, window boxes overflowing with lush plantings, and manicured landscaping • the elegant ballroom makes a statement with its Tiffany-blue coffered ceiling, romantic chandelier lighting, and detailed woodwork

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Ocean City Yacht Club

Ocean City, NJ

Fab Features: historic beach club set on the picturesque Green Egg Harbor Bay • ceremonies on a dreamy waterfront deck and receptions in a spacious dining room with gleaming hardwood floors and grand bay windows • charming coastal vibes and delectable, fresh cuisine to match

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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The Breakers on the Ocean

Spring Lake, NJ

Fab Features: 1880s waterfront treasure in Spring Lake, a one-of-a-kind Jersey Shore destination • ceremonies on the Ocean Terrace provide sweeping views of the Atlantic, with receptions in the stunning ballrooms with large waterfront windows • guests will love the modern and luxurious ocean-view accommodations and fabulous amenities like gas fireplaces and oversized whirlpool baths

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Mansion on Main Street

Voorhees, New Jersey

Fab Features: gorgeous gardens offer a romantic ceremony setting, embraced by soaring columns, delicate willows, and a cascading waterfall • the Pavilion boasts  sparkling chandeliers, a dramatic spiral staircase, and sweeping views of the grounds through walls of windows • white-gloved service and personalized menus are some of the upscale perks you'll enjoy

Catering: In-house, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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