16 Of The Best Connecticut Wedding Venues...And Why You'll Love Them

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

Weekend Weddings

Historic Charm

Fab Features: welcoming historic estate nestled on a picturesque 100-acre property that's yours to explore on your wedding day • poolside cocktail hours followed by receptions in a breezy tent in the Meadow or the rustic-elegant post-and-beam Barn • overnight lodging for 22 in the elevated 1790s-era Farmhouse

Venue Superpowers:

Weekend Weddings

Garden Celebrations

Picturesque Setting

More Fab Features: historic estate surrounded by 14 acres of manicured grounds • romantic ceremonies overlooking the 3-acre pond • al fresco celebrations in the enclosed, stone-walled Spanish Garden

Venue Superpowers:

Country-chic Setting

Beautiful Barn

Exclusive Use

More Fab Features: stunning pastoral views can be found from every corner of this rustic venue and working farm • exquisite modern events facility nestled within the historic Sam Paletsky Barn • exchange vows on the expansive lawns framed by lush natural landscaping and rolling hills

Venue Superpowers:

Private Beach

Upscale Tented Receptions

Topnotch Culinary Team

Fab Features: exchange vows on a secluded beach with uninterrupted views of the Long Island Sound and Norwalk Islands • cocktail hour on the pier and invite guests to play games on the lawn • seasonal, bespoke menus are the signature foundation of the venue's exclusive caterer ONTHEMARC

Venue Superpowers:

Vintage Details

Family-Owned

Exclusive Weekend Rental

More Fab Features: grand Victorian home and sunny yellow barn nestled on 5 quiet acres of gardens, orchards, and expansive green lawns • access to a sweet library of rental items, like hay bale couches, rustic farm tables, and stylish ceremony arhces • snap photos with the friendly resident animals, then wind down from the celebration around a cozy fire pit with s'mores

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Secluded Setting

Weekend Weddings

More Fab Features: luxury country resort on 113 acres specializing in weekend-long weddings • 5-star farm-to-table restaurant and sommelier-curated wine selections • unique overnight accommodations in cozy cottages, or even in a treehouse, greenhouse, or musical conservatory!

Venue Superpowers:

Vineyard Views

Exceptional Wine pairings

Modern Vintage
More Fab Features: chic winery set in a former 1930s airplane hangar • vintage details like original wood sheathing, massive timber trusses, and an aluminum exterior • 100 sprawling acres of wildflowers, verdant lawns, and grapes, bordered by tidal marshes

Venue Superpowers:

Award-Winning Hotel

Manicured Gardens

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: luxurious hotel nestled on 20 acres of manicured grounds • garden ceremonies bordered by tall trees • the terrace of the Towpath Ballroom provides the perfect space for enjoying cocktails and views of the lovely landscape

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Intimate Events

Garden Celebrations

Fab Features: a collection of beautifully restored historic buildings in the heart of Ridgefield • exchange vows in the bricked wall garden surrounded by lush landscape and stringed market lights • intimate receptions inside the charming Garden House with ornate crown molding and antique chandeliers or opt for an al fresco affair beneath a romantic white tent

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Classic Elegance

All-Inclusive

More Fab Features: unique Georgian mansion with distinctive Colonial Revival-style architecture • the ballroom is embellished with fanciful crystal Art Deco lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a large wood-burning fireplace • the event staff is known for their attention to detail, professionalism, and personalized service

Venue Superpowers:

Affordable Elegance

Landscaped Grounds

All-inclusive

More Fab Features: romantic ceremonies in a white gazebo with views of the Housatonic River • picturesque landscaped grounds, waterfall, and clock tower offer plenty of photo ops • receptions in the luxe ballroom, with its high, vaulted ceiling, chandelier, and exquisitely draped windows

Venue Superpowers:

Serene Setting

Waterfront Ceremonies

Tented Receptions

More Fab Features: gorgeous outdoor event space perfect for al fresco celebrations • exchange vows next to the 8-acre pond followed by cocktails and lawn games on the manicured grounds • rental includes day-of wedding coordination, golf cart valet, and a temperature-controlled bathroom trailer

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Old World Style

Atrium Ceremonies
More Fab Features: the glass-enclosed Atrium, with its breathtaking views of palm trees and manicured gardens, is flooded with natural light • al fresco receptions in the Suncourt, with its billowing white silk ceiling, or indoors in the elegant Regency Ballroom • upscale lodging and easy access to NYC, Westchester, and Connecticut

Venue Superpowers:

Full-Service

Understated Elegance

Landscaped Grounds
More Fab Features: extensive grounds, dotted with trees and verdant greens, offer dreamy photo ops • airy, upscale receptions in the Fairfield Room or the Greenfield Ballroom, both of which boast airy ceilings and adjacent patios • generous packages include delectable, customized menus from the award-winning Executive Chef

Venue Superpowers:

Small celebrations

Historic Charm

Artistic Flair

More Fab Features: receptions in the Colonial Revival manor house with its spacious veranda provides a great indoor/outdoor flow for events • al fresco celebrations overlooking the Lieutenant River • dine beneath the stars or under a grand tent on the Garden Terrace

Venue Superpowers:

Beautiful Barn

Creative Culinary Experience

Al-fresco ceremonies

More Fab Features: authentic historic barn located between Hartford and New Haven • gorgeous décor options make it easy to customize the space • creative action stations, handcrafted hors d'oeuvres, and signature drinks, plus locally sourced desserts and fun late-night snacks

Venue: The Mansion at Bald Hill