Nestled in the Hudson Valley, Kingston, NY is just about 1 hour and 45 minutes north of New York City — an easy escape from the city bustle! For guests traveling without a car, Trailways offers comfortable bus service directly from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Downtown Kingston. You can find routes, schedules, and fares here: https://trailways.com
Kingston is wonderfully easy to reach from several nearby airports. The most convenient option is Stewart International Airport (SWF) — less than an hour’s drive to downtown. Albany International is just over an hour north, while LaGuardia and Newark offer full-service flights about two hours away. No matter which route you choose, you’ll be cruising through scenic Hudson Valley views on your way to the festivities. 🌿✨
Downtown Kingston, NY is just about 20 minutes from our wedding venue, Friends & Neighbors — the perfect blend of cozy stay and countryside charm! To make things easy (and to let everyone fully enjoy the open bar 🍸), we’ll be providing complimentary bus transportation to and from the venue. Buses will depart from our Hotel Kinsley & the Residence Inn before the ceremony and return guests safely at the end of the night — so all you have to do is sit back, sip, and celebrate! 💕 More details about the bus schedule and pickup times will be shared closer to the date.
Summer Wedding Cocktail - Think breezy fabrics, cheerful colors, and florals if you love them. Getting to the ceremony space there will be a slight gravel hill so you might want to rethink those stiletto heels.
The ceremony will take place in a covered, open-air setting, offering the best of the outdoors with plenty of shade. Afterward, enjoy cocktails on the grounds before we head inside for the reception.
We are only able to accommodate the guests specifically listed on your invitation. Thank you for understanding!