The Best Select Services Wedding Venues in Auburn, NY

The Best Select Services Wedding Venues in Auburn, NY

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8 Wedding Venues in Auburn, NY

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The Cracker Factory 
Rating: 4.7 (3 reviews)
  • Up to 376 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

The Cracker Factory is a renovated industrial factory in Geneva, New York. This 65,000 square foot factory houses The Cracker Factory, 3Stories non-for-profit, and Miles and May Furniture Works. The Cracker Factory building, built in the early 1900s, was first home to Geneva Forge, a cutlery manufacturer. In 2007, Miles and May Furniture Works moved their production to the first story and began renovations on the previously unoccupied building. Since 2010, the second-floor gallery space has been in use for art shows, concerts, and events.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Provides event staff
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away

Venue considerations

  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
“My partner and I live in New York City and weren't planning on having our wedding in the finger lakes. But we were taking a vacation up there shortly after having been engaged and decided to visit the Cracker Factory for "fun" to "practice seeing venues". And then we fell in love with the space. Suddenly, we were planning a finger lakes wedding. And boy am I glad we did. The space is just perfect for an event like this. It's big, but doesn't feel it. There's room for dancing, and for having a conversation with an old friend you can actually hear. The back bar is amazing, and the outdoor deck is just the right size. And the team was incredible as well. Amy and then Ashley were responsive, understanding, and incredibly accommodating. We wanted to do things a little different from the prototypical wedding, and Ashley helped us with it all. Genuinely, there were zero hitches the whole day (not counting my wife and I getting hitched). And the price for what you get? Incredibly reasonable! (as far as weddings go). Truly, we felt like we got a steal. TL;DR If we got married ten times, we'd do all ten at the Cracker Factory. It was everything we wanted and more.”
Chris B., a year ago
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Defiance Hall by War Cannon Spirits 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Up to 125 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,599

Defiance Hall is a 10,000 sf, authentically restored historic building with reaching mountain views built in 1820. We focus our venue on weddings for up to 125 guests, allowing the event to flow inside and outside the property with arrival cocktail receptions on our outdoor terrace & creekside area or inside in a welcoming space. Dining typically takes place in the main hall, while wedding vows, dancing, and afterparties are held upstairs in The Loft. We offer a full suite of amenities, including liquor and commercial kitchen licenses. We offer in-house or third-party catering. Included are: - Two full bars - Kitchen for caterers - Tables, chairs, ceramic plate settings, metal cutlery, and cloth napkins for 125 people - Dance floor - Folding tables and chairs for an additional 125 people - Staffed cash bar - Projector - Wired and wireless microphones - Two PAs - DJ booth - Outdoor seating for 125 people - Outdoor creek side receptions - Parking - Optional stage with light and sound.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Caters to out-of-town guests
  • Creates a sense of togetherness
  • Rustic yet refined style

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No free parking
  • Additional event staff required
“Defiance Hall at War Cannon Spirits hosted our annual awards events as well as several other smaller events. The team is fantastic to work with and their attention to detail is exceptional. We cannot say enough good things about the venue and our experience. The food was exceptional and the site perfect. You will not be disappointed!”
AARCH, 7 months ago
Holiday Inn Auburn-Finger Lakes Region 
Rating: 2.0 (1 review)
Auburn, NY
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $8,000

Centrally Located in Auburn, NY in the Heart of the Finger Lakes and Wine Country. We would love to host your family and friends as they celebrate this joyous moment in your life with you! The Holiday Inn Auburn ~ Finger Lakes, would love for you to consider us as the host of your upcoming shower, rehearsal dinner, overnight guest rooms and wedding reception! Ease your mind, relax, and allow us to take care of each and every detail of your special day. On-site Burger Theory restaurant and lounge, comfortable and welcoming atrium, and sparkling indoor pool, we have something to offer all of your guests for any of your very important events! Each package includes passed and displayed hors d’oeuvres, fresh garden salad, and several plated and buffet menu options. Exceptional customer service is our ultimate goal. Weddings to remember and a night you truly can enjoy are waiting for you at the Holiday Inn Auburn ~ Finger Lakes!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Space for a large guest list
  • Dressing room available

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • On-site parking not available
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Auburn Public Theater 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Auburn, NY
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $10,000

The Owasco Room at Auburn Public Theater is a brand new venue perfect for your special occasion. With seated capacity for 200 guests, get married in the heart of downtown Auburn within walking distance of area lodging, bars, restaurants, and nightlife. Our venue contains seven spaces including a Main Stage proscenium theater that can seat your 200 guests (if you choose to have your ceremony onsite), a Cinema where you can share family movies, a cabaret space ideal for a cocktail hour, a bridal suite, a groom's suite, and a Black Box theater perfect for a cocktail hour or for a separate dance floor. You have the vision, we have the spaces and promise to make your day a special one! The Owasco Room at Auburn Public Theater is ADA-accessible with an elevator that also opens up to the back alley for band and catering load-in. Our beloved multi-venue performing arts center in the heart of downtown Auburn, New York is your unique wedding destination.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Bridal suite on site
  • Has an energetic and exciting atmosphere
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site

Venue considerations

  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • On-site parking not available
“I have conducted two youth culinary camps at the Auburn Public Theater Owasco Room staging kitchen. The kitchen is an open space equipped with ample stainless steel tables, a three-bay sink, and a single-door reach-in refrigerator. It provides easy access to the dining room, clean and adequate lighting.”
Nicholas X. D., 8 months ago
Cathedral & Gathering Room at The Center 
Auburn, NY
  • Up to 180 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

The Cathedral Room is a former Gothic Church re-purposed for special events! It is the perfect venue for weddings, receptions, and large parties. For smaller gatherings, we suggest The Gathering Room a warm and welcoming space located at the same location

Why you'll love this venue

  • Sophisticated wine experience
  • Handles all cleanup logistics
  • Pets can join the celebration

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • No venue-provided food services
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Izzo's White Barn Winery 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Cayuga, NY
  • Up to 135 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,000

Izzo's White Barn Winery is a family owned and operated, New York State licensed farm winery. We are located in beautiful Upstate New York, between Syracuse and Rochester in the award-winning Finger Lakes Wine Region. At Izzo's you have the benefit of holding your private event not only at a winery but also in our rustic one-hundred-year-old barn. The “White Barn” is a blank canvas and flourishes between late May and early October. With the options that we offer we have the flexibility and staff to meet your unique needs. We're excited to work with you and help bring your vision to life.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Surrounded by beautiful vineyards
  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Full catering menu to choose from

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • No dedicated areas for getting ready
  • Not for you if you're looking for a sleek and contemporary space
“We had our wedding at Izzos this past weekend and it was absolutely perfect. Emily helped us plan for over a year, answered every question I had and recommended a lot of my local vendors. We arrived the day before and she let us set up the whole barn/ space to our liking. She let us customize everything and worked with our timeline. She really went above and beyond for our 100 person wedding. Our guests say it was the most fun they have ever had. She really took care of us and i would highly recommend Izzos for your wedding... also the wine is REALLY good.”
Julie C., 2 years ago
Sinclair Of Skaneateles 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Skaneateles, NY
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $15,000

We are hoping to create a memorable experience in our extraordinary setting. We are located at the beautiful historic old Sinclair Chair Factory built in 1871 on Skaneateles Creek. With gorgeous views and attention to historic detail, our goal is to produce a unique setting to create memories of a lifetime. Guests have all day access, will be the only event occurring in our facility that day, and have 100% of our attention! We are only 1.9 miles from the center of Skaneateles village. The village offers a multitude of attractions with many great eateries, bars, clothing stores, antique shops and more. Also, the lake provides a great opportunity for fun activities with friends and family.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Handles all cleanup logistics
  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Historic touches

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Best for events with big guest lists
“My wife and I had the absolute BEST wedding imaginable at the Sinclair. Every little detail was perfect. The care and attention that was paid by every single staff-person, vendor and employee was second to none. The venue is STUNNING and you can tell how much care went into making the space everything any couple would want from a wedding venue. It would be very difficult to find a venue and team that exceeds what you will get at the Sinclair. Every member of the Sinclair and Rosalies team were as communicative as possible. Anytime we reached out throughout the planning process, we got quick and thorough responses. There was no guessing about how our day would go. They perfected every detail; Our guest have been raving non-stop about the venue, food and service. Thank you thank thank you!”
Harris W., 2 years ago
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Riverbend Events 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Weedsport, NY
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $4,400
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Riverbend Events is a romantic wedding venue in Weedsport, New York. Begin your forever at our breathtaking weekend wedding destination, where rustic sophistication meets natural beauty. Riverbend Events is located just one mile north of NYS Thruway exit 40 on the Seneca River in Weedsport, New York. Enjoy 40 acres of wooded trails, ponds, rivers, fields of wildflowers, sunflowers, and poppies. There is ample parking space available for your guests, and you can get ready onsite in one of our bridal cabins. We only book one wedding per weekend, so you are welcome to stay and enjoy the property with your family and friends.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Caters to out-of-town guests
  • Dressing room available
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No in-house catering options
Awarded Best of Zola
“We could not have asked for a better wedding experience than the one we had here! From the second we met Mandy and Greg (the owners) and then toured the property, we were hooked. They are so experienced in the wedding industry and made our vision of our big day a reality. One of the best parts of our wedding weekend was the all-inclusive nature of the property. We got access starting Friday and had the venue all the way until Sunday. This allowed us to bring our decorations and start setup without last minute stress. The night before we had our ceremony rehearsal and then held a bonfire for our guests. The morning of we used their onsite cabins to get ready, and then took some of the most breathtaking photos. You can tell just how much thought that they put into making the landscape beautiful, with endless flowers. Our guests had a wonderful experience as well, with attendants for parking and constant friendly faces directing them where to go. The site for the ceremony is just a short walk from where you park and is right on the river…. gorgeous. Our other vendors were able to communicate easily with the venue owners and it allowed for our day to go by stress-free. Day of coordination is included and truly made the experience. We met with Mandy and Greg multiple times during the planning process and it allowed us to put full faith in them. The venue is spacious which is ideal for a variety of different vendors, allowing for personalization of your day without fear that things won’t fit. Meeting Mandy and Greg was fate, and led to our day being more than we ever could have imagined. We cannot thank them enough for taking our vision and making it a reality! We can’t wait to come back for future events, both ours and others, and see the venue flourish and grow.”
Kennedy B., 2 years ago

About wedding venues in Auburn, NY

Why is New York the Perfect Wedding Destination?

New York gives you incredible variety for your special day, from Manhattan's iconic skyline to the charming countryside of Upstate. You can enjoy timeless elegance at The Plaza Hotel with its grand ballrooms overlooking Central Park, or take in breathtaking panoramic views of Manhattan at Tribeca Rooftop. Brooklyn offers photography-friendly industrial-chic spaces like The Foundry with its character-filled exposed brick and factory windows. Head Upstate and you'll find City Winery Hudson Valley where your celebration unfolds against the backdrop of a working vineyard with mountain views that change beautifully with each season. April sees the most wedding inquiries in New York, showing just how many couples are drawn to the region during spring's beautiful blooming season.

What's the Reality of Wedding Costs in New York?

Expect to pay more for your New York wedding than the national average of $6,500-$12,000 for venues alone. New York venues typically cost around $16,709 which makes up about 22% of your total wedding budget. Your overall costs will vary based on how many guests you're hosting:

Guest CountTotal Wedding Budget
50 guests (small wedding)$32,316
100 guests$54,844
150 guests$76,011
200 guests$94,911
250 guests$113,810
300 guests (large wedding)$132,709

Your other major expenses will include catering at $13,367 (18%), bar services running $10,694 (14%), florals at $8,177 (11%), planners costing $6,044 (8%), photography at $5,119 (7%), videography at $4,622 (6%), entertainment at $2,298 (3%), cake and desserts at $1,067 (1%), and hair and makeup averaging $550 (1%).

How Do NYC Wedding Venues Compare to Upstate Locations?

NYC venues offer you urban sophistication with distinctive skyline views. At Tribeca Rooftop + 360° you'll enjoy floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing Manhattan panoramas while The Plaza presents opulent ballrooms featuring chandeliers ornate molding and gold accents. The 620 Loft & Garden gives you a stunning rooftop terrace overlooking St. Patrick's Cathedral and Fifth Avenue. Upstate venues surround you with natural beauty and historic architecture. City Winery Hudson Valley welcomes you to a renovated factory featuring vaulted ceilings stone walls and vineyard views. You can host up to 350 guests here and customize your outdoor ceremony areas to create exactly the atmosphere you're dreaming of.

Which New York Venues Offer Outstanding Culinary Experiences?

You can treat your guests to Two Michelin star cuisine at Manhatta perched 60 floors high in the Financial District where Executive Chef Justin Bogle creates memorable dishes like hamachi and black truffle dumplings. The River Cafe in Brooklyn serves Michelin-starred cuisine featuring Hudson Valley foie gras and Nantucket Bay scallops with Brooklyn Bridge views right outside your window. For a farm-to-table experience Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Westchester County offers cuisine sourced directly from their on-site farm with their HayLoft space accommodating anywhere from 40 to 260 guests.

Where Can You Find Accessible Wedding Venues in New York?

For couples prioritizing accessibility 620 Loft & Garden offers customizable settings that can work with various needs though you'll want to confirm specific features during your planning. Prospect Park Boathouse and Central Park Conservatory Garden provide accessible options with proper pathways for all your guests. Always ask about specific accommodations like wheelchair ramps elevators and accessible restrooms when you're researching potential venues to ensure everyone can fully participate in your celebration.

How Can Guests Participate Remotely at New York Weddings?

Historic Manhattan venues can make remote guests feel included by incorporating virtual tours during ceremony breaks while Midtown Loft & Terrace supports interactive platforms that go beyond simple passive streaming. You might consider venues in Chelsea or SoHo that can enhance those famous skyline views with live streaming that includes interactive elements like virtual photobooths live chats or virtual toasts. These features help create genuine engagement for participants joining your special day from afar.

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