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Wedding Venues in Hartford County

The Mill At Tariffville – Tariffville, CT

Noteworthy Features It is a romantic wedding setting filled with rustic beauty and the cozy comfort of an urban-industrial ambiance. This venue features river views, industrial architecture, and multiple event areas that give couples a wealth of charm and quality for their special event.   This incredible wedding venue in Connecticut comes with the following features: A perfect blend of urban-industrial wedding venue Instagram-worthy photos and idyllic wedding backdrop Three stunning outdoor event spaces to choose from: The Meadow, The Lot, and The Gazebo Accommodating and professional staff to assist you on your special day Access to our indoor restrooms,

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Avon Old Farms Hotel – Avon, CT

Description of the Aesthetics, the Looks, and Feel Since your wedding is going to be one of the most important days of your life, you’re probably going all-out in the preparation. You want this day to be as memorable as possible, so you’re making sure every detail meets your expectations. One of your first concerns should be the venue. If you’re looking for a place where you can tie the knot with no stress, consider a hotel. Getting married at a hotel allows you to work with trained professionals who know how to create your big day. Your photos will

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Bushnell Center

The Bushnell Center wedding venue is entirely encased in glass and has a 35-foot-high gable-vaulted ceiling. Space’s most striking feature is a one-of-a-kind glass chandelier created by renowned artist Dale Chihuly. You can choose from a variety of lovely event venues. The Seavers Room features hand-carved woodwork, lovely chandeliers, and a chamber stage, as well as a baby grand piano and an outdoor terrace. The Horace Bushnell Suite, on the third floor, has a view of the Great Hall, while the cozy Belding Stage has a beautiful “Music of the Spheres” mural above it. A striking Art Deco interior can

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Metro Bis Restaurant – Simsbury, CT

If you’re looking for the perfect space to host your intimate wedding, then this charming wedding venue in Connecticut might be your best bet. From the outside, you will immediately notice a gorgeous porch that overlooks the wide front lawn. It only gets better upon entering the venue wherein you will be greeted by rustic yet elegant details such as hardwood floors and a granite bar. The whole ambiance is quaint, welcoming, and elevated with curated elements that makes it ideal for formal occasions such as your wedding reception.  This beautiful wedding venue in Connecticut offers the following remarkable features:

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The New England Carousel Museum – Bristol, CT

The New England Carousel Museum is a remarkable venue centrally located in Bristol, Connecticut. Its setting shows a harmony of magnificence and frisky romance that gives you exceptional memories for your celebration.    A collection of vivid carousel horses, vibrant artworks, and banners give you a perfect backdrop for your playful yet chic wedding. The New England Carousel Museum also boasts its historic charm through the antique pieces at the main gallery. The fully restored vintage carousel has intricate designs and kaleidoscopic colors shimmering with luminous lights.    The New England Carousel Museum holds a vagabond with its massive Venitian-crystal

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The Farmington Club

This expansive wedding venue in Connecticut sits within 20-acres of natural landscapes, making it an ideal location for the outdoor wedding of your dreams. The gardens adapt beautifully to each season so you can choose among the picturesque spring and summer blooms, the breathtaking autumn leaves, or the stunning snowy lawn with twinkling lights all around. After your remarkable ceremony, your guests may proceed to the Aqueduct reception room decked with curated tiles, exquisite chandeliers, and large windows that allow natural light to flow inside. It has the charming New England vibe plus a more elegant touch of French details,

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Hill-Stead Museum

The Hill-Stead Museum wedding venue is a nationwide historical monument situated in 152 hectares with a view of the hills of Litchfield. The landscape is accentuated by towering trees, seasonal gardens, and over three miles of steep walls and forest roads. The property provides infinite chances of hosting your unique event. Number of options for celebrations and receptions indoors and outside. The views on the background are incredible and the Sunken Garden is magical! This wonderful venue provides you some elegant characteristics during the wedding ceremony: An elegant wedding ceremony in the romantic west lawns of Hill-Stead Museum wedding venue.

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Glastonbury BoatHouse – Glastonbury, CT

The Glastonbury Boathouse wedding venue is the quintessential spot for your bridal celebration in July! The River CT can provide your ceremony with a delicate and romantic ambiance. The open-air porch you can use for aperitif time would be adored by your guests. The white exposed scaffolding decks and enlarging skylights in the banquet ballroom illustrate the room amidst legitimate light and devise a fantastic soiree area for all seasons. It offers pastoral allure and picturesque views of the river, wonderfully beautified grounds, and an embarcadero porch in New England. The Glastonbury Boathouse wedding venue offers you some amazing features

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Pond House Cafe – Hartford, CT

Pond House Cafe is a rustic and elegant wedding venue located in West Hartford, Connecticut. It is also situated in a beautiful and renowned Elizabeth Park, America’s oldest public rose garden. It has gorgeous grounds swathe with blooming flowers. Tulips and cherry blossoms bloom in spring. There are roses and a plethora of other flowers in summer and dahlias in fall. There is always something that blooms in the venue, no matter what the season is. Pond House Cafe’s reception room has massive windows that let the natural light flow. The scenery of foliage outside the reception room makes an

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Bond Ballroom – Hartford, CT

The Bond Ballroom in Connecticut is a magnificent venue providing an impressive setting for those seeking an all-inclusive wedding experience. This incredible wedding venue in Connecticut offers a variety of facilities and features that caters to every style of wedding, including: ● Their exquisite white chapel on the first floor● Full usages of the bridal suite for the entirety of your wedding day● Complimentary room for the newly-weds on the night of the wedding● Discounted room rates for your guests● Breathtaking views from every room in the hotel● A large ballroom with fabulous features including the grand crystal chandelier● Newly

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Gershon Ballroom – Hartford, CT (NOW CLOSED)

Update – this venue is now closed (As of 1/9/22) Leaving this article up to inform couples and incase if it reopens Upon entering the doors of this indoor wedding venue, you will immediately fall in love with itsart deco pieces, high ceilings, and expansive lobby that projects a refined city style. TheGershon Fox Ballroom by Marquee provides a modern yet timelessly classic vibe that adds to itselegance and sophistication. Inside the spacious ballroom, you will stand in awe at the marblecolumns that run from the carpeted floors to the high ceilings decked with exquisitely designedcrystal chandeliers. The ballroom’s finishes

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Farmington Gardens – Farmington, CT

Farmington Gardens is an elegant and rustic facility situated in the panoramic gardens brimmingwith rolling hills in Farmington, Connecticut. It has a magnificent scene of natural beauty, and itsmodern amenities can cater to your needs.The bride, groom, and the guests will be welcomed with draped trees from the driveway to thecharismatic gardens of the facility. They will be embraced with the opulent barn and a stone wallthat gives a quaint scenery decorated with the gazebo, the small fish pond, brick lanai, andlawns. It is a perfect portrait of a picturesque location wrapped by a sunset.This unique venue surrounded by natural

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The Society Room of Hartford – Hartford, CT

The Society Room of Hartford is situated conveniently in the middle of New England’s by-gone and most iconic cities. It is the combination of a quintessential and renowned beauty in Hartford, and it is an impeccable setting for a truly classic and exquisite wedding in town. The Society Room affords the view of the Goodspeed Opera house and the historic East Haddam Swing Bridge. Its marvelous Society Ballroom has grand marble columns towering an impeccably 30 feet muraled ceiling. Marble limestone, brass, and bronze accents beautify the extravagant ballroom.  Its sweeping staircase flows down from the 3,000 square foot mezzanine,

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Avon Old Farms Hotel – Avon, CT

Get the New England country wedding of your dreams in this charming venue in Avon, Connecticut. Every corner of the property provides the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern elegance. Upon walking into the hotel lobby, your guests will be greeted by a grand sweeping staircase, exquisite chandeliers, a stunning marble foyer, and Gregorian-style antique furnishings. Despite the classic ambiance of the entry area, the ballrooms are styled with modern finishes, high ceilings, and hardwood floors that are suitable for any theme.  Outside is the ceremony area which features beautifully landscaped gardens with a pergola or gazebo. Imagine being

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Webb Deane Stevens Museum – Wethersfield, CT

You have a ring on your own finger, eh, newly engaged couple, and all is planned. It is the most important time as you must be looking for a charming place for your BIG DAY! Webb Deane Stevens Museum is a stunning, country-luxury Connecticut wedding venue, encircled by gum trees and green, well-kept gardens. This rustic place is a soup to nuts for both ceremonies and parties, including weddings in a quaint chapel and receptions in a barn. Your guests will love a famous and influential theme inundated with the ancient gallery. With festoon lighting and lots of historic sites,

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