8 Manhattan Venues That Won't Break The Bank!

Yes, it is possible to have an affordable Manhattan wedding. The following venues offer options that accommodate a wide range of budgets, and don’t forget: If you’re flexible with your date and can host your event on a weekday, Sunday or during an off-peak time, you’ll get the biggest bang for your buck.


Metropolitan Pavilion

New York, NY

Venue Superpowers:

Marble Lobby

All-Inclusive

High-Tech Sound & Lighting

Fab Features: grand, flexible event space replete with full catering & bar services and expert event staff • the sprawling 25,000 sq. ft. Full Pavilion is outfitted with a polished oak floor, columns with custom uplighting, and a high-tech lighting and sound system • a versatile white marble lobby provides a dramatic, upscale entry to the venue

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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3 West Club

New York, New York

Venue Superpowers:

Rooftop Terrace

"Old New York" Vibes

Art Deco Glam

Fab Features: classic “Old New York” hotel mansion with 25 cozy guest rooms and 2 suites • unique rooftop Solarium and terrace for al fresco events • glimmering Austrian crystal chandeliers suspended from 20-foot ceilings in the Grand Salon and Ballroom

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Amali

New York, NY

Venue Superpowers:

Park Ave Location

Diverse Event Spaces

Sustainable Seasonal Fare

Fab Features: welcoming restaurant showcasing fresh, locally sourced ingredients and an award-winning wine list • welcoming venues include the cozy Fireplace Room and the upstairs loft-style Sopra, with its open-concept kitchen and communal table • menu highlights include Peconic Bay oysters, Spanish octopus a la plancha, and braised lamb pappardelle

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Columbia University Faculty House

New York, New York

Venue Superpowers:

Skyline Views

All-Inclusive

Outdoor Terrace

Fab Features: red brick and limestone building marked by graceful historic details and panoramic views of the city • the fourth-floor event space has a vaulted ceiling, arched windows, and an outdoor terrace that overlooks the Manhattan skyline • the extensive packages each include a five-hour open bar, three-course plated dinner, and customized wedding cake

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Midtown Loft and Terrace

New York, New York

Venue Superpowers:

360-Degree Views

Retractable Roof Terrace

In-House Productions Company

Fab Features: 5,000-square-foot loft with 360-degree city views • penthouse outfitted with mahogany floors, copper windows, and a fireplace • in-house production company provides all the tools for a dazzling event, like uplights, draped ceilings, and illuminated high-top tables

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Loft 29

New York, NY

Venue Superpowers:

Blank Canvas

In-House Furnishings

Industrial-Elegant

Fab Features: blank canvas event space • the interior is enhanced by various textures like raw brick, cement and wood paneled walls, and hand-restored 100-year-old vintage doors • designer and custom-made furniture available on site

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Harold Pratt House and Peterson Hall

New York, New York

Venue Superpowers:

Park Avenue Views

1919 Mansion

Impressive Ballroom

Fab Features: grand 1919 mansion boasts cathedral ceilings, fireplaces, and antique chandeliers • majestic white marble staircase • impressive ballroom with a gleaming inlaid wood floor and double-tall windows overlooking Park Avenue

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Smooth Sailing Celebrations

New York, New York

Venue Superpowers:

NYC Skyline Views

All-Inclusive

Spectacular Sunsets

Fab Features: dazzling NYC skyline views, including a gorgeous sunset if you time your ceremony just right • first-class cuisine prepared fresh onboard • over 45 yachts to choose from that hold 12 to 1,200 guests

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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*BONUS VENUE*


We couldn't leave out this stately clubhouse that has been wowing New Yorkers since 1901 with its manicured grounds and elegantly-appointed interiors...


Pelham Bay and Split Rock Golf Courses

Bronx, New York

Venue Superpowers:

Landscaped Grounds

Glass Pavilion

Art Deco Glam

Fab Features: gorgeous views of two golf courses with lush greens, majestic forestry, a trickling creek and gently rolling hills • glass-enclosed Pavilion draped in white with delicate chandeliers suspended from each of its three peaks • enchanting gazebo and garden with seasonal blooms

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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