Welcome to Queens. The second-most populated New York City borough is one of the most (if not the most) ethnically diverse urban areas in the world. It is also a great place to have your wedding. From cultural centers to chic event spaces, we’ve gathered up the best 5 wedding venues in Queens, many of which won’t break the bank.
The Foundry
Welcome to The Foundry: an endlessly cool Queens wedding venue that you can make your own. The formally functional Foundry has been renovated into a highly versatile event space. In addition to the gorgeously raw main building, the Foundry has a lush outdoor courtyard, a terrace, a greenhouse, and an industrial kitchen. Honestly, the pictures speak for themselves.
Capacity: 180 seated
Bonus: The ivy in the courtyard is in bloom from mid-April through October.
Queens Botanical Garden
Evolved from the 1939 New York World’s Fair, the Queens Botanical Garden remains a green and pleasant escape from the concrete hustle of the city. Exchange your vows in their dedicated wedding garden: a green and flowering Eden with East meets West design. Then choose from four different spectacular reception spaces, including indoor and outdoor options.
Capacity: 100 for the ceremony site
Bonus: Reviewers rave about the stellar service from the garden’s event coordinator.
Queens Museum
Planning a big, big wedding? The Queens Museum has you covered. But even if you’re not, the giant and contemporary space at the Queens Museum is a great backdrop for weddings of most any size. Plus, you can use separate areas for the cocktail hour, ceremony, and reception. That way, at the end of the night you and your guests will feel like you’ve gone on a (very stylish) journey.
Capacity: 75 minimum, 600 maximum seated
Bonus: The museum’s Panorama of the City of New York will be a treat for the out-of-towners and New Yorkers alike.
Sound River Studios
If you love a clean aesthetic or want complete control to be able to create the space of your dream, look no further than Sound River Studios. This waterfront, gallery-like space is the perfect backdrop for all parts of your wedding. The venue also includes access to a private dock and terrace to wow your guests with beautiful Long Island City views.
Capacity: 450 standing, 350 seated, 275 with all wedding events onsite
Bonus: There is a bar & grill next door for an easy and fun after party option.
Queens County Farm Museum
For a peaceful, beautiful event on a budget, consider getting hitched at the Queens County Farm Museum. Established all the way back in 1697, the Queens County Farm Museum continues to be New York City’s largest plot of undisturbed farmland. Choose from the charming Barn Complex, Pavilion, or Orchard and have your rustic country dream wedding without even leaving the city.
Capacity: 400
Bonus: Look out for the Queens County Farm Museum’s produce at your favorite Brooklyn or Manhattan restaurant, and at the Union Square Greenmarket on select Fridays.
