The 10 Most Unique Wedding Venues on Long Island
Don't want to host your big day at a plain ol' venue? Check out these unique wedding venues on Long Island that are sure to wow.
When you think of wedding locations on Long Island, ballrooms and country clubs are probably the first spaces that come to mind. Well, it turns out that there are many unique wedding venues on Long Island that are far from the norm. Long Island is home to loft spaces, museums, theaters, beaches, barns, and many more unique spaces that will suit your personal style. From the North Fork to the South Shore, Suffolk to Nassau County, there are lots of venues to choose from—even if a ballroom isn’t your cup of tea.
Check out a few of our favorite unique wedding venues on Long Island.
The Loft by Bridgeview
Industrial loft wedding venues are so hot right now, but they’re usually found in big cities. Fortunately, one of our favorite unique wedding venues on Long Island is this loft space in Island Park, complete with reclaimed barn wood, exposed brick, and chandeliers. This is a space for weddings with small guest lists, as the capacity is 160. There’s also an outdoor, waterfront pergola ideal for ceremonies so you’ll get the best of both worlds.
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Atlantis Banquets & Events
Located on the Peconic River in Riverhead, this banquet hall is actually located inside the Long Island Aquarium. Not only will your guests enjoy dinner and dancing on your wedding day, they can also view the various exhibits, including the 120,000-gallon Lost City of Atlantis Shark Exhibit, penguins, sea lions, and more. There are two ballrooms to choose from, including the Sea Star Ballroom, with space for up to 320 guests, and the Coliseum Room, with room for up to 275. There are also smaller spaces ideal for rehearsal dinners and bridal showers. This all-inclusive Long Island wedding venue offers a variety of packages to suit your style and budget.
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Cradle of Aviation Museum
This unique wedding venue on Long Island offers a variety of event spaces for your big day. From the four-story Reckson Center Atrium to festive The Red Planet Café which is designed like a Mars space station, this museum can accommodate events for up to 2,000 people. Real-life historic aircraft and spacecraft hang from the ceilings, and there’s even a carousel ideal for fun photo ops. The in-house catering team will ensure that your planning process is a breeze, and your guests are sure to be wowed by this jaw-dropping space.
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Flowerfield
While this all-inclusive Long Island wedding venue in Saint James has a classic, elegant ballroom, it also offers a unique Atrium space, which allows you to have an “outdoor” wedding year-round. The climate-controlled, greenhouse-like structure features a Koi pond and bridge, as well as tropical flora and floor-to-ceiling windows. The Atrium is ideal for ceremonies of up to 300 guests and receptions for up to 150. The ballroom, with its high ceilings and mahogany dance floor can host weddings for up to 350 guests. There’s also a gazebo for outdoor events, and over 12 acres of property featuring ponds, historic cottages, fountains, and more, ideal backdrops for portraits.
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The Crescent Beach Club
If you’ve been dreaming of a destination wedding but want to stay close to home, this Bayville venue has all the beach wedding vibes you’ve been looking for. Complete with palm trees and white sand, The Crescent Beach Club offers indoor and outdoor settings for your special day. Host your ceremony on the wedding cabana with the Long Island Sound as your backdrop, followed by cocktail hour on the beachfront deck and a reception in the well-appointed Grand Ballroom, with its crystal chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows. There’s space for up to 400 guests, and this Couples’ Choice Award-winning venue is praised for the delicious food and accommodating staff.
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NYIT de Seversky Mansion
There may be no better Long Island wedding venue to host a Great Gatsby-inspired event than this historic 1920s mansion, located on Long Island’s Gold Coast where the famed novel was set. The beautiful grounds are ideal for ceremonies, and the Grand Ballroom has all of the Art Deco vibes you desire. There are other gorgeous rooms where you can host your event, including the light-filled Garden Room and the newly-restored Dining Room. There’s room for up to 300 guests at this unique wedding venue on Long Island, and it has won numerous Couples’ Choice Awards for its style and service.
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The Boathouse Shelter Island
This 4,000 square foot renovated boathouse with 18 acres of property on Shelter Island in is now a totally nautical-chic and unique venue. True Long Islanders will love the history behind this venue, including the fun fact that Billy Joel recorded his River of Dreams album here. The Boathouse offers abundant rustic details, from exposed ductwork to original wood beams. There’s room for up to 200 guests, and lovely waterfront space for ceremonies. Plus, if you’re really going for that nautical vibe, make your grand entrance aboard a 42-foot Grand Banks yacht!
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The Suffolk Theater
Whether you’re a theater or music aficionado or just want a unique wedding venue on Long Island for your special event, this historic Riverhead theater is just the place you’ve been dreaming of. There’s room for up to 1,000 guests at this 1930s Art Deco-style space, which includes red walls, a stage, and more. Plus, it’s conveniently located on Main Street in Riverhead, which your guests will adore. In-house catering is available to make your planning process stress-free, and you can even get your names on the marquee for a fun photo op!
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Harbor Club at Prime
Many of the ballrooms on Long Island have that traditional, classic vibe (which we love!), but if you’re looking for an event space that’s a bit more modern, check out one of our favorite unique wedding venues on Long Island. This Huntington venue combines a minimalist, contemporary vibe with a scenic, waterfront setting. Exchange vows on the outdoor terrace overlooking the water, followed by a wedding reception in the ballroom complete with hardwood floors, glass walls, and more. There’s space for 220 guests and catering is handled on site and wins raves from couples.
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The Barn at Bethpage Village Restoration
Couples looking for a rustic Long Island wedding venue will be delighted by this barn space in Old Bethpage. Not only is this barn large (it’s 8,000 square feet and can host up to 300 guests), it also offers on-site catering for your convenience. You’ll fall in love the wooden beams, high ceilings, and other rustic details here, plus the great location less than an hour from Manhattan.
