The Best Wedding Vendors in Schenectady, NY

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Kozmo Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600

Hello ! first and foremost, congratulations on your engagement as you embark on this new chapter of your lives. My name is Kevin and I started the ground work Kozmo Photography back in 2014. My goal has always been to capture the uniqueness of each and every couple on the biggest day of their journey together. It is therefore my belief that a great wedding photographer must be able to capture the big and small details throughout the day with minimal interference while being keenly aware of the surrounding conditions. This is my promise as I strive to deliver to each and every couple the wedding photos they deserve.

I would recommend Kozmo Photography to anyone getting married. We had a courthouse wedding, and Kevin still went out of his way to capture the most special moments. He was professional, yet was still able to keep the mood light and fun. He knew the perfect locations to capture the most beautiful photos. He was extremely patient and willing to incorporate our idea with his. He was very responsive/communicative throughout the entire process. He even had the sneak peeks available the very next day. 10/10 would recommend.
Allison A., 4 months ago
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Kristen Renee Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

Capturing love in every color of the rainbow, Kristen Renee Photography tells authentic wedding stories through a relaxed, documentary style. Based in Albany, New York and traveling wherever love leads, Kristen and her team focus on genuine moments rather than stiff poses. From intimate elopements to vibrant celebrations, every wedding is approached with curiosity, empathy, and a deep respect for each couple’s unique story. The goal is simple: photographs that feel real, timeless, and unmistakably you.

Choosing a wedding photographer was one of the harder parts of planning for us — we weren’t really sure what to look for and didn’t know much about photography. But from the very first phone call with Kristen, it was instantly clear that she was the one. She’s incredibly organized, knows weddings inside and out, and yet somehow keeps everything feeling laid-back and easy. She made us feel relaxed and taken care of through every step. Our engagement shoot was effortless, fun, and genuinely one of our favorite memories. Kristen has this amazing way of making you feel like you’ve known her for years — warm, calm, and completely present. On our wedding day, Kristen and Sheridan worked together seamlessly. They made everyone feel comfortable, blended right in with our families and wedding party, and brought such positive energy. Kristen was familiar with our venue and knew exactly where to go for the best light and most beautiful backdrops — including places we had no idea even existed, like the rooftop and an incredible hidden attic. She coordinated with the venue team like a total pro and even helped me put in my veil! Shooting our Couple’s portraits with them was one of the most unexpectedly special parts of the day. Kristen and Sheridan made us feel like actual models while keeping it authentic and fun. There was something so meaningful about being photographed by a married couple who clearly love and support each other — it made the whole experience even more emotional and memorable. The photos? Breathtaking. Every single moment — from the big ones to the quiet in-betweens — was captured beautifully. We truly don’t know how they do it. Kristen and Sheridan will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we can’t recommend them highly enough. Do yourself a favor and book them — it’ll be one of the best decisions you make!
Erin L., 8 months ago
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T. L. Holloway 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Band or Ensemble

Wedding and event band based in New York’s Capital Region. We do cocktail jazz, wedding receptions, ceremony music and more. Today, jazz is a rarity, especially in its purist live form. This condition is a result of its limited availability, and the higher prevalence of rock bands in most areas. We at T. L. Holloway seek to alleviate this issue. As students of the jazz classics, we seek to provide authentic American jazz to venues and events all over the Northeastern United States.

Awarded Best of Zola
T.L. Holloway was the perfect band for our June garden wedding. Steve, John, Peter, and Dylan are fantastic people, extraordinary musicians, and organized planners. These four showed off their versatility and stamina by playing throughout our whole wedding day — from ceremony music with custom renditions of some of our favorite folk songs, through the cocktail hour and dinner with smooth jazz and Sinatra, and closing out the night with faster jazz mixed with classic American and contemporary tunes to keep everyone dancing. They graciously provided sound equipment for our outdoor ceremony, and Steve artfully handled wedding party introductions during the reception as well as various announcements. Throughout the night we noticed them checking their sound from various locations — that attention to detail and care typified our experience, from our first planning call until their last song. They made everything easy for us, were extremely generous with their time during planning, and their renditions of songs we selected were beyond what we imagined was possible. Our guests (and us!) were simply enamored! As lovers of jazz and classic American tunes (but not necessarily dancing), these guys had us and our guests dancing all night. They matched our style and energy level perfectly. We received countless guest compliments on their behalf, though the credit is all theirs. Whenever we think back on our wedding day, their music will always be a cherished part of it! We can’t recommend enough — or thank enough — T.L. Holloway.
Jessie M., 4 years ago
The Edison Downtown 
Rating: 4.6 (5 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Venue
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

The Edison Downtown is a brand new wedding and event venue in downtown Schenectady and established in 2021. The venue is exclusively catered and owned by Seasons Catering where they are excited to begin hosting events. This venue holds the history from when Thomas Edison came to Schenectady to start up Edison Machine Works and when he combined it into the Edison General Electric company in 1889. After - the building transformed into the Schenectady Gazette headquarters. In our renovations - we have kept the history and charm of the building with the original printing press from 1894 and our exposed brick interior.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Blends luxury with trendiness
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No free parking
Weddings can be incredibly stressful and sometimes not go as you planned, but I can guarantee The Edison Downtown staff will make your special day the best wedding or event you’ve ever had. Jena, our wedding coordinator and Bylinda, the owner, truly went above and beyond any of my expectations for my wedding day. The attention to care to not only myself but all family members and party members was impeccable. The organization and leadership day of from Jena highly attributes to the perfection and smoothness of our wedding. She was there late the night before and there bright and early the day of to make sure everything we wanted was done correctly and done timely. She made sure to keep to our schedule and even if there were any bumps in our timeline, she handed it for us. She paid incredible attention to detail to both our wedding and after party, as we had a completely different themed event also at the venue slightly after our wedding ended. I’m sure this made it more difficult than usual for the staff, but Jena handled the organization of all of our decor and organization of the staff and people involved like a seasoned professional. The food from Season’s Catering was divine and some of the best food we can recall having at a wedding or other event in a very, very long time. Our guests cannot stop talking about how absolutely delicious all of the food was, how gorgeous and unique the venue was, and how it was one of the best weddings they have attended. From the bartender to the servers, everyone was so sweet and seemed so excited to be working our wedding day. I didn’t know exactly what to expect planning my first wedding, but was so thankful for having Bylinda and having Jena from the venue to handle everything. Any event at The Edison Downtown is worth every penny. We cannot thank everyone enough for all of the effort they put into our special day.
Jenny C., a year ago
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Jenna Carole MUA 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $200

I have been a working artist for over eight years but a makeup lover since before I can remember.. I chose to pursue my passion and graduated from esthetics school in 2017, officially becoming a licensed esthetician/makeup artist shortly after. I have found my groove in freelance bridal makeup (with boudoir and other fun projects too). From the most simple glams to full transformative glam, I love the creativity and artistry of it all. Being chosen as your bridal artist means more than you can imagine. Thank you for considering trusting me with this honor.

Jenna is THE BEST. She is funny, caring, so chill, and really talented. She did my makeup and three of my bridal party. I was so impressed by how we all asked for different styles of makeup but she nailed every single one! She put me at ease when my nerves were acting up, helped us find my phone when it went missing for like and hour and a half () and even got some great pics of my daughter! She’s just a joy and I wish I could get to hang out with her again!!! She will not disappoint you and she’ll make you feel like a million bucks on your big day!!! Thank you, Jenna!!!
Meredith T., a year ago
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JT EVENTS 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000

JT Events is a luxury wedding and event planning company specializing in bespoke destination weddings and refined celebrations. We design and produce exceptional wedding experiences, combining creative vision with meticulous planning and flawless execution. From intimate gatherings to grand multi-day celebrations, our team works closely with couples to craft elegant, personalized events in stunning locations. With expertise in international and multicultural weddings, JT Events ensures every detail reflects sophistication, style, and unforgettable moments.

We truly cannot thank JT Events enough for making our wedding day absolutely perfect. From the very beginning, the team was professional, attentive, and incredibly supportive. They took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and brought our vision to life even better than we could have imagined. Every detail was beautifully planned and flawlessly executed, which allowed us to relax and fully enjoy our special day with our family and friends. The organization, creativity, and dedication of the JT Events team were simply outstanding. If you are looking for a wedding planner who genuinely cares and delivers an unforgettable experience, we wholeheartedly recommend JT Events. They truly are the best!
Saeef, a month ago
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Dana Rae Photographs 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500

Your wedding day goes by in a blur—but the memories don’t have to. I love capturing the real moments, emotions, and details of your special day so that through photos and short videos, you can relive exactly how it felt.

From our first conversation with Dana Rae Photographs, we knew we had found the right photographer for our wedding. She stayed in touch with us throughout the planning process, always responsive and ready to answer our questions. Dana really listened to what mattered to us—I wanted my wedding jewelry to be highlighted in our photos, and she made that happen beautifully. On our wedding day, she captured all the small moments we didn't want to forget, from getting ready to the quiet details between big events. What impressed us most was how she made us feel so important and special, treating our day like it was her own. Dana's creative vision and willingness to bring ideas to the table resulted in photos we absolutely love.
Chelsea J., 7 days ago
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Ben Blaufuss Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000

Ben Blaufuss Photography is an artistic wedding photographer in the Albany, New York area. This photographer takes photos that play with light and framing to create stunning images of couples, wedding parties and details from the wedding day. Photographer Ben Blaufuss specializes in unique portraits of couples that will be cherished for generations.

Ben shot our wedding in June and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better! Ben was so friendly and down to earth it made working with him even more pleasurable. He took his time and really captured every detail of the day. He made sure we were comfortable every step of the way. I couldn’t recommend him more!
Becky, 3 years ago
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River Stone Manor 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Venue
  • Up to 225 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $15,000

Nestled along the tranquil bank of the Mohawk River, River Stone Manor offers an enchanting setting where timeless elegance meets modern sophistication. Framed by lush lawns, sweeping riverfront vistas, and the majestic shade of centuries-old silver maples, our estate is yours to enjoy exclusively. With a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces tailored for unforgettable wedding ceremonies, receptions, and special celebrations, River Stone Manor ensures every detail reflects your unique vision, creating memories to cherish forever.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Dressing room available

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Not wheelchair accessible
We toured multiple venues in the Albany area for our wedding and we are so happy that we chose River Stone. Our wedding was a perfect day and the venue, the wait staff, and our coordinator Ashley Dariano made it all possible. They just did renovations this year and the property is outstanding. We loved having our ceremony outdoors and then getting to have a climate controlled area for our dinner and reception. We would recommend anyone to have their wedding here!
Elena M., 9 months ago
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Twin Dahlias 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Florist

We are Morgan and Taylor, identical twin wedding florists based just outside of Albany NY! We started Twin Dahlias in 2019 when we felt a calling to reconnect with nature, its beauty and the magical moments it creates. So, we dug right in! We love connecting with each of our couples, collaborating on a beautiful vision and bringing it to life on your wedding day. Some of our favorite things: Big bouquets, flower crowns and dogs (please let us make a flower collar for your puppy).

Working with Twin Dahlias was truly a highlight of our wedding planning process. We shared a few inspo photos but trusted the professionals to bring it to life and they did all that and more. During our design meetings they worked with us to really visualize how our centerpieces would look and took the consideration to help make sure the heights of our arbor would work with our height differences! Not only are they great to work with but the flowers themselves were so beautiful and it was clear they took time and care to make the most perfect arrangements.
Erin M., 2 years ago
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Two Blue Eyes Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200

For me, photography is not only an art, but an outlet. I have always been creative and there's something fulfilling about capturing beautiful images of days filled with love and emotion. I love capturing everyone's unique love story and being able to freeze moments and give them back to you in photographs. PLEASE reach out via our website to inquire about booking with us.

Krystal is nothing but professional and takes the most stunning photos. She has unique ideas that set your poses apart from every other photographer. Her packages are of great value and she goes above and beyond in giving you the best product. She's also a ton of fun and one of the nicest people you could work with. We hire her for all of our photo needs!
Alysha, a year ago
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The Grand Central Station Band 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Schenectady, NY
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,000

We LOVE to make people dance !!!!!! Our music library is enormous, if you can dance to it, we probably play it. Great party music that will have EVERYONE on the dance floor. We play all styles of music and sound amazing. Our goal is to make your event AMAZING

Being that we booked our wedding 18 months in advance we had the luxury of listening to just about every band in the Albany area. What we loved about Grand Central Station was, consistency ( same band members all the time), professionalism, cost, and references. We spoke to couples who had them at their wedding and the general consensus was they exceed their expectations. Hands down the best band in the area. If you are looking for a fun time with a band that can play ALL styles of music, you need to hire Grand Central Station
Joe and A., 2 years ago
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Capture Photography by Asante 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Schenectady, NY
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,000

I’m Asante, the photographer behind Capture by Asante—serving Albany, NY and beyond with a relaxed, creative approach to portraits, weddings, and branding. I focus on making clients feel confident, comfortable, and seen while creating images that feel natural, elevated, and timeless. Whether it’s your wedding day or a personal session, I bring calm energy, attention to detail, and a passion for telling your story through photos that look beautiful and still feel like you.

Asante and Audrey made a great team at our wedding! They were great to work with, punctual, and professional. They captured important moments as well as candid expressions of friends and family, and even added more life to our party, giving us precious memories for life. Highly recommend!
Vanisha S., 4 months ago
Nicole April Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Schenectady, NY
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900

Capturing life's precious moments in the upstate New York, Adirondack and mid-western New York regions. Specializing in weddings, portraits, and sports photography. I get an adrenalin rush when I am taking photos, capturing that perfect moment, that scene that shows the emotion of the moment. That is what I absolutely love. I do this job as a "side gig" because it is my passion, my purpose and it gives me satisfaction.

Nicole is a professional woman who is truly dedicated to her work. You can see the passion she has for this industry when she is in action. We had the amazing pleasure of having Nicole for our photos for our wedding on 10/21/2023, and the experience she gave us was top notch perfection! We could not ask for a more amazing photographer to capture such important moments for us. I highly recommend to EVERYONE!!
Aliyah L., 2 years ago
Fifth Avenue Banquet Hall 
Schenectady, NY
  • Venue
  • Up to 175 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

At Fifth Avenue Banquet Hall, we believe every celebration deserves a beautiful space without breaking the budget. Family-owned and operated, our venue is located in the heart of the community and offers an inviting, versatile space for weddings, birthdays, baby showers, quinceañeras, and more. We understand that every event is unique, which is why we’re committed to working with clients of all budgets to help bring their vision to life. From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, we provide a flexible space that can be customized to suit your needs. Our team wears many hats, handling everything from event coordination to on-site support, to ensure your experience is as smooth and stress-free as possible. We’re proud to serve a community where affordability matters, and we’re dedicated to making sure memorable events remain within reach for everyone. Let us help you create an event that feels special, personal, and welcoming.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a sophisticated vibe
  • Provides event staff
  • Has a dance floor for celebration

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • No on-site bridal suite
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Underfloor MUSIC 
Rating: 5.0 (76 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves Schenectady, NY

Underfloor MUSIC is an elite wedding and event entertainment company based out of Upstate New York which was featured in October 2023 Vogue Magazine's wedding column "Over The Moon". Owner, Kyle Albano customizes playlists during your consultation to your events itinerary creating a VIP effect. Albano’s energetic and charismatic team makes Underfloor Music one of the top MC/DJ's in the area. We at Underfloor MUSIC aim to create an atmosphere that mirrors our couples passion for one another. For couples seeking a professional, classy yet industrial entertainment service, consider Underfloor MUSIC.

Awarded Best of Zola
Underfloor MUSIC was the perfect choice for our wedding band and DJ services. The owner, John, answered every single question in a timely manner which made everything much easier! He was professional and the quality of his work was the best. John showed up on time and was on point with everything as requested. It was the best choice for our family to work with this great company!
Nelly A., 2 years ago
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Empire State Events 
Rating: 5.0 (55 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Schenectady, NY

Close your eyes for a second and picture the middle of your reception. Your song comes on. Your friends are screaming the lyrics. Your parents are on the dance floor. You look at each other and just know that this is exactly how it was supposed to feel. That’s the night you’re planning. You want to be present. You want your people to stay. You want the energy to build instead of fade. And when it’s all said and done, you want to wake up the next morning with a full camera roll and a group chat that won’t stop blowing up. If that’s the kind of night you’re imagining, we're your people and we're rooting for you Let's chat when you feel like it

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have asked for a better DJ for our wedding! From the beginning, Wyatt was so easy to work with. He was a quick responder when we had questions, and he really understood our vision for our wedding. His website is user-friendly and the professionalism was unmatched. On our big day, he kept the energy up through cocktail hour, the entrances, first dances, speeches, and had everyone on the dance floor all night long. Everything went so smooth and we didn't have to worry about a thing. He assured us that he knew how to read the crowd and play the perfect mix of songs to keep the party going, and he was right. All of our guests had such a blast. We received SO many compliments about the music and atmosphere. We also took advantage of Empire State Event's PhotoBooth option and it was a HIT. We chose to get digital copies that were available the night of the wedding, and we got the link to all of the photos the very next day! If you and your fiance are looking for a DJ who’s professional, fun, and truly knows how to keep everyone dancing all night, we highly recommend Wyatt and Empire State Events! My now-husband and I are telling all of our engaged friends to book Wyatt because him and his team are just that good! Thank you for helping to make our wedding so special, Wyatt and team! - Addison and Matt, 1/25/2025 at Brown's Revolution Hall
Addison T., a year ago
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Rob Spring Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Schenectady, NY
  • Offer

Rob Spring Photography is a wedding photography company in Saratoga Springs, New York. They specialize in candid wedding day photography with a fun twist. With a mix of contemporary and traditional styles, this photographer captures all the details on the couple's special day. Having photographed over 600 weddings, Rob Spring Photography knows how to make couples feel comfortable in front of a camera, or even forget it’s there!

Awarded Best of Zola
There is no one more talented and special you could have photograph your wedding other than Rob. My wedding day love, excitement, and joy was flawlessly captured and now I have the memories for a lifetime. All the guests were raving about Rob and how professional, helpful, and fun he was. I wish I could give him more than 5 stars, he is worth every penny and more. Truly unbelievable!
Kara K., a year ago
Justin Raymund Deejays 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Schenectady, NY

If you're crazy in love, I'm crazy in love with music! I hope you love music, too! I'm Justin Raymund. I'd love to connect with you to talk about your vision for your once-in-a-lifetime event and how music can magnify it. I'm a pro DJ with 20+ years of experience doing every kind of event imaginable - and over 500 weddings! I've DJed internationally, backed Grammy Award winners, played hole-in-the-wall-bars, upscale clubs, cruise ships, ballrooms & stadiums – and now I want to play YOUR wedding!

Awarded Best of Zola
Justin was lovely to work with from the start. He was booked for another wedding, but he paired us up with Rob, an associate DJ of his. Both Rob and Justin were so so fun to work with. Rob took the time to text or set up whatever zoom calls we felt we needed. For the actual day, Rob was amazing. We had dinner service, reception, and "after party". Robs killed it with his flow between songs, and was incredibly accommodating and flexible if we had any requests in the moment, and was able to dodge or handle any "questionable" song requests that came his way. We knew that he always put my husband and I's wishes first. We also had multiple people comment on how good the DJ was during the reception, and after the fact! He also went above and beyond to pull heroics the day of to get some of our DIY spot lighting set up that wasn't set up the night prior. Rob was incredible to work with, and just as fun to chat with. Will miss working with them, but absolutely will be following their journeys and would use them again in a heartbeat! So thankful for Justin and Rob!
Sara, 2 years ago
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Katie O' Weddings & Events 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Schenectady, NY

At Katie O’ Weddings & Events, our goal is to make every client sparkle. This means brighter smiles, louder laughs, and more excitement than you have ever experienced. Sparkling is about being fully immersed in the moment; it’s about being completely present, completely joyful, aware, and moved by all the positive energy and love surrounding you.

Katie and her team worked with us over nine months to ensure the wedding of our dreams was realized. They kept us on track with all the necessary, decision timelines, recommended our vendors, and visited a number of venues with us. Every minute of the day was orchestrated by the team flawlessly. One of the best moments was when they revealed the venue to us. It was magnificent. We cannot thank them enough.
Tracy M., 2 years ago
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Milestones by Miri 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Schenectady, NY
  • Offer

I take pride in the fact that I’m a connector and listener. I love getting to know people and learning and helping to share their stories. And I’m happiest when I’m able to guide people through taking those stories and turning them into something meaningful. Through thoughtful questions and deep conversations, we'll collaborate on crafting your one-of-a-kind wedding ceremony!

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot recommend Miriam highly enough! She was kind and caring, professional, and extremely good at her job, for a very decent price. She helped our wedding go so smoothly and we are so incredibly grateful she was part of our special day! Our photographer heard we were looking for an officiant for our wedding, and passed along Miriam’s information. From the moment we connected with her, we felt her warm and friendly energy and felt totally at ease about planning our wedding ceremony! Before we met Miriam, we were not really sure what we wanted our wedding to be, but we did know we wanted it to be written by us, and as a queer couple we did not want a “traditional” wedding. It started off feeling overwhelming with so many details to plan overall, but as soon as we met with Miriam, we felt completely at ease and even excited about the process! We threw out some ideas that wove in our New Age/paganistic spiritual beliefs, and Miriam reached out to her pagan priestess friend and did a deep dive researching for our ceremony and coming back to us with so many wonderful ideas. She thoughtfully and creatively wove all the important elements we hoped for into a beautiful ceremony, down to every detail. She was open to our ideas, and supportive through every step of the way, right up until we were there in the moment getting married, and even after the ceremony. She helped make our wedding so special, and we got so many compliments on how “us” our ceremony was and what a great job Miriam did. 100/10, would recommend, do yourself a favor and take this as your sign to book with her!
Nikki & V., 6 months ago
SoundFormula Entertainment by Mike Napoli 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Schenectady, NY

Based in Albany, NY, SoundFormula Entertainment is a DJ and photo booth service that specializes in weddings and special events. This company is owned and operated by DJ Mike Napoli, who offers over two decades of experience in the industry. This entertainer has performed at over 1,000 events, helping to create a high-energy experience for guests and couples alike.

SoundFormula Entertainment, Mike, and DJ Dave Ali are the greatest. If you are looking to book a DJ then your work is done and you have to book with SoundFormula. Mike is extremely professional and organized and was helpful with every step of our wedding. Dave Ali was our DJ for our wedding day and was legitimately the best. He went above and beyond our expectations and did everything that we asked. He edited our first dance song to be perfect and checked in with us throughout the night. We got multiple compliments from all of our guests about how great the music was and our dance floor was exactly what we envisioned. Thank you Mike and Dave!
Elena M., 9 months ago
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Blenheim Hill Farm 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
Jefferson, NY
  • Venue
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $30,000

Blenheim Hill Farm is a heavenly wedding destination in the Catskills Mountains. Our capacity is from 70-200 guests. We grow the food and cook it for you in ​our ​own kitchen. You don't have to worry about outside catering, rentals, or even a planner. Our in-house team helps you every step of the way, and everything is included. Our historic farmhouses ​ ​are gorgeously appointed sanctuaries for you and your family, sleeping up to 40 guests. With over 15 years in farm-to-table dining and destination weddings, we are committed to hosting your best-day-ever with extraordinary attention to detail, making it a very personal experience.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Classic, vintage atmosphere
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Unique barn setting

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • No free parking
Awarded Best of Zola
Review for Blenheim Hill Farm Blenheim Hill Farm was the wedding venue of our dreams. From our very first meeting, the owners, Min and Morten, went above and beyond to make us feel supported and cared for. They were personally involved every step of the way — from answering our endless planning questions, to leading us through the tasting, to being hands-on during our big day. The venue itself is picture perfect: set on over 100 acres of peaceful countryside, it offers both privacy and freedom — we loved that we could have a live band, late-night dancing, and even a custom firework show without worrying about noise ordinances. The charm of the working farm added such a special touch, from guests petting goats upon arrival to enjoying eggs fresh from the coop at our Sunday brunch. The food was absolutely incredible — so many of our guests told us it was the best wedding meal they’ve ever had. And when light rain threatened our outdoor ceremony, Min and Morten worked tirelessly to hold off the rain plan until the last possible moment; the skies cleared just in time, and their team quickly ensured every seat was dry and perfect. One small note for future couples: plan your guest transportation carefully. We had guests staying in Windham, which added a bit of stress with bus logistics — in hindsight, we’d recommend nearby Airbnbs or closer towns. Still, everything about our experience at Blenheim Hill Farm was magical, and we’re endlessly grateful to Min, Morten, and their team for helping us create a day we’ll cherish forever.
Alexis U., 6 months ago
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Heart Speak Visuals 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Schenectady, NY

Hello hello! We, Lindsey & Kevin, are the individuals behind Heart Speak Visuals. Together since 2015, we have never been shy to new experiences or exciting challenges. Lindsey, a Virginia native, took her first photo class in high school and has developed a passion for photography and videography ever since!

Awarded Best of Zola
We can not recommend Lindsey with Heart Speak Visuals enough! From the very beginning she made what could be an out of the ordinary and slightly uncomfortable act of professional photos and made it so calming, easy and beautiful! We were beyond lucky to have three separate shoots with Lindsey for our engagement, courthouse elopement, and wedding day with each one being more stunning than the last. She listened to exactly the style of photos we wanted and organized the shot lists with our family and friends on our wedding day with ease. She is excellently priced for the stunning galleries you receive, she is prompt, always available when we needed to check in and as a plus, the site she uses for her galleries is so user friendly and we have all of our professional photos in one place. We could go on and on about how special these photos are to us. Lindsey does not disappoint and we look forward to hopefully having other photo opportunities with her in the future!
Meghan, a year ago
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Seven Ponds Farm 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
SUMMIT, NY
  • Venue
  • Up to 110 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $30,000

Seven Ponds Farm is a heavenly spot way up in the Catskill mountains, with a dozen ponds and lakes, and pastures as long as the eye can see. Seven Ponds is the sister property of Blenheim Hill Farm, a well-known destination wedding venue with raving reviews. Seven Ponds has been designed to host smaller, intimate weddings from 100 guests up to 125 guests with the same magical qualities and attention to detail as our sister farm Blenheim.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Classic seating dinner
  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Flexible event spaces

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
Awarded Best of Zola
My partner Sky and I had the dream summer wedding we envisioned at Seven Ponds. For our wedding we wanted to emulate these weekend trips we do upstate with a close group of friends and just make it bigger to include our family. Seven Ponds farm provided our two requirements of what we were looking for - a big house that could fit all our friends and a swimming pond right on the property. We also really appreciated that we didn't need to hire a wedding planner and could utilize the venues resources for all the planning aspects. We really appreciated how the Seven Ponds staff let us do our own thing throughout the weekend for a really relaxed environment, but then whenever we needed them they were right there helping with things like doing a practice run of the ceremony and answering specific questions about the house etc. It was also so wonderful that the staff were able to handle things like setting up the tables and the candles for us for the wedding dinner. Overall the forms and calls for the planning process were really helpful. We did have a little frustration at the wedding tasting as we thought it was an opportunity to ask questions about the food and overall found out that they really don't want you asking many questions and would prefer you to just read the written packet they provide without interacting in person with questions. I would also recommend being well versed on the packet you purchased as they won't be able to answer questions about what packet you bought. This was a bit different than we expected and knowing what I know now I might recommend not bringing family or friends to the tasting or otherwise just preparing them to just fill out the paperwork quietly as us not realizing this made for a more difficult tasting experience. There was also one staff member at the tasting who was a bit rude to our family members and I was so worried that this negative energy would be reflected at our wedding so I asked for a different wedding coordinator to lead our wedding. Overall the impersonal nature of the tasting also just made me really worried that the wedding would have the same feel and so I wanted to include this to note that while the tasting process wasn't as personal this was not the case at the wedding and the wedding atmosphere was really lovely. After the tasting I asked for Rosie to be our lead wedding coordinator as she had a much warmer energy and I can't recommend Rosie enough. She truly made our wedding experience. If you're looking for a wedding coordinator who has a graceful upbeat energy, stays calm and is easy to communicate with definitely ask for Rosie. There was a big storm on the day of our wedding and Rosie was so helpful staying calm and telling me to not loose hope about doing the ceremony outside. Morten was also really great with a specific weather device he had that allowed us to see when we had a good window to do the ceremony outside and very happy to say it all worked out and we got our dream outdoor ceremony. Overall I really got the wedding I dreamed of and we had such a relaxed and personal atmosphere. We really appreciated all the work the staff did to set up the wedding which allowed us to really just have fun, enjoy and not worry about logistical details. We so appreciated the flower package the venue provided for setting up the flowers and the bonfire packages. Overall we loved our wedding so much and are so happy we went with Seven Ponds! :)
Emily M., 6 months ago

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