Bride and groom at Ocean Place Resort & Spa, one of the best outdoor New Jersey wedding venues.

5 Stunning Outdoor Wedding Venues In New Jersey


Outdoor wedding venues in New Jersey have it all from its shore to vineyards and farmhouses to gardens and sculpture.

Certainly, there is nothing like experiencing the best of nature while celebrating at NJ wedding venues. In fact, summer in New Jersey makes us think of beautiful events at breathtaking outdoor venues. Here are five of our favorite New Jersey reception venues with outdoor spaces.

Five Hidden Gems for Outdoor Weddings in NJ

Wedding couple against historic building at Waterloo Village for their New Jersey reception venue.

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Waterloo Village

Located in Sussex County, Waterloo Village was once a bustling town on the Morris Canal. Now a state historic site within Allamuchy Mountain State Park, Waterloo is full of history and rustic charm, with plenty of private event spaces. For instance, there is a farm with alpacas, a secret garden, pavilion, gazebo, and meeting house with outdoor pizza oven. In fact, there is even a firepit. Certainly, it’s easy to take in the outdoors with all that Waterloo Village offers for your New Jersey wedding.

Brides beach ceremony at Ocean Place Resort & Spa for their New Jersey wedding.

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Ocean Place Resort & Spa

Ocean Place Resort & Spa is a beachfront venue in Long Branch, New Jersey, where you can have the oceanfront wedding of your dreams. Imagine your New Jersey beach wedding by sand and surf followed by your ballroom reception. Here, you have two choices of ballrooms: Atlantic or Monmouth or Oceanport, a more casual area with floor to ceiling windows. In addition, there is even a beach bonfire area for an after party.

Bride and groom kiss against a canvas of fireworks at The Palace at Somerset Park, one of the best outdoor wedding venues in New Jersey.

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The Palace at Somerset Park

The Palace at Somerset Park, in Somerset, New Jersey, is a beautiful event venue that has been featured on a variety of wedding-themed television shows. The grounds feature gorgeous gardens and stunning architecture. In fact, this New Jersey reception venue is situated on 40 acres of manicured grounds. There are countless ceremony spaces including a spot high above the trees and gardens for a truly magical unity. Next, within one of several elegant ballrooms.

Couple lakeside at The Estate at Farrington Lake, one of the best outdoor wedding venues in New Jersey.

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The Estate on Farrington Lake

Located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, The Estate on Farrington Lake (as the name suggests) is a beautiful lakeside venue with indoor and outdoor space options. In fact, the are equally elegant. For example, its 22 acres offer numerous event spaces such as the scenic spot by the pergola perched above soothing waters or its patio. Inside, you will find sweeping views of nature while dancing on marble floors in its spacious ballroom. There you can gaze upon Swarovski crystal chandliers as you take in your first dance.

Bride and groom outside for their new Jersey wedding at Oyster Point Hotel.

Photo credit: The Oyster Point Hotel/John Acara Photography

The Oyster Point Hotel

The Oyster Point Hotel, located in Red Bank, is a luxury boutique hotel on the Navesink River that can customize your event from start to finish.

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