Collective Retreats Governors Island

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $15,000 for off-peak dates, and $30,000 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

Just an eight-minute water taxi trip from Downtown Manhattan, Collective Retreats Governors Island offers an unforgettable waterfront setting for weddings and celebration events. Nestled in nature with sweeping views of the Statue of Liberty and New York City skyline, this luxury island retreat seamlessly blends outdoor adventure with refined hospitality. Couples and browsing guests can host everything from intimate rehearsal dinners to grand outdoor ceremonies across versatile indoor and outdoor spaces. Celebrate your special day surrounded by lush greenery, harbour breezes, and unmatched skyline backdrops.

Seated guest capacity

10-250

Venue type

Beaches, Waterfront Settings
Lodges, Retreats

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor

825 Gresham Rd, New York, NY 10004, USA 825, New York, NY 10004

Our event spaces

Collective Pavilion

Luxury indoor-outdoor tent with NYC harbor views.

Crafted by South Africa’s Tenthouse, the Collective Pavilion blends luxury design with complete layout flexibility. Featuring refined wood and metal finishes, this climate-controlled structure opens seamlessly to the outdoors for a fresh, open-air feeling while offering unobstructed views of New York Harbor. Perfect for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and cocktail hours, it features a dedicated bar and production kitchen to ensure flawless culinary experiences.

Guest capacity

Up to 60 Seated

Up to 85 Standing

Square footage

950

Collective Commons

An intimate island haven for relaxed gatherings.

Designed for intimate connections, the Collective Commons is a charming indoor-outdoor space surrounded by the natural scenery of Governors Island. This relaxed dining tent offers an adaptable layout that blends understated comfort with natural style. It provides a warm, welcoming setting for intimate welcome dinners, morning-after wedding brunches, and casual pre-wedding mixers looking for an inviting island atmosphere.

Guest capacity

Up to 15 Seated

Up to 30 Standing

Square footage

500

The Great Lawn

Exchange vows framed by the iconic NYC skyline.

Framed by open skies, sea breezes, and iconic views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline, The Great Lawn provides an extraordinary open-air backdrop for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Tenting options and lawn games allow couples to design a fully customized outdoor celebration. Whether exchanging vows as the sun sets over the water or hosting a grand outdoor soirée, this expansive lawn captures the pure magic of an island wedding.

Guest capacity

Up to 250 Seated

The Summit Suite

Private luxury suite with stunning sunset views.

The Summit Suite delivers an exclusive sanctuary featuring folding glass doors that open onto a private, fully furnished terrace. Tailored for elevated intimacy, this suite blends luxury living with sweeping harbor and skyline views. It serves as an idyllic backdrop for romantic marriage proposals, private wedding party dinners, VIP bride/groom suites, or sunset cocktail toasts surrounded by loved ones.

Guest capacity

Up to 12 Seated

Up to 30 Standing

Square footage

900

Three Peaks Lodge & Sunset Terrace

Open-air dining and cocktails over harbor sunsets.

Serving as the heart of the retreat, Three Peaks Lodge is an open-air, full-service restaurant space pairing culinary excellence with inviting rustic charm. Directly adjacent is the Sunset Terrace, offering sweeping harbor vistas and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Together, these paired spaces create an unforgettable environment for welcome dinners, sunset cocktail hours, and post-wedding celebrations.

Guest capacity

12-64 Seated

60-140 Standing

Square footage

1,000