If you’re searching for a unique New England wedding venue that feels personal and full of character, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re envisioning an intimate gathering in an art gallery in Rhode Island or a full weekend getaway with ocean views in Maine, here are creative New England wedding venues that break the mold.
Full Weekend Wedding Venues in New England
1. Blind Tiger
Location: Portland, ME
Capacity: 50 guests
Blind Tiger basically feels like a really fun house party – warm, inviting, and intimate – mixed with a stylish & eclectic art gallery. It has nine bedrooms for you and your guests to stay for the weekend, plus a speakeasy-style basement bar for pre- or post-wedding hangs. Think eclectic, modern, and cozy—perfect for an intimate wedding that feels like you.
2. Aragosta at Goose Cove
Location: Deer Isle, ME
Capacity: 150 guests
If you’re picturing a coastal New England wedding with *actually good* wedding food, this one’s for you. Aragosta at Goose Cove is a coastal Maine wedding venue that offers breathtaking ocean views, private cottages for your guests, and a greenhouse space for cozy, candlelit dinners. Plus, the seafood? Insane. It’s perfect for the coastal couple looking to create a full weekend wedding experience for their guests. As Maine’s state sign says, “Maine – the way life should be”, Aragosta’s saying should be “Aragosta – the way a wedding should be”.
6. Okay Island
Location: Sterling, CT
Capacity: 175 guests
Once a rodeo horse farm, now a creative wonderland, Okay Island is the perfect venue for couples who want something truly unique. Their website says it all, “ Get out in the woods, get a little weird.” Whether you’re envisioning an outdoor dinner party or an artsy, unconventional celebration, this venue gives you the freedom to bring your wildest wedding dreams to life.
3. Tourists
Location: North Adams, MA
Capacity: 150 guests
Minimalist, modern, and effortlessly cool, Tourists is a dream venue for couples who want a blank canvas wedding venue to create their perfect wedding vibe. The design is sleek and simple, so you can make it as bold or understated as you want. It’s also a great spot if you want to turn your wedding into a weekend getaway with your favorite people.
As a New England wedding photographer, I always tell my couples that your venue makes your photos. What’s really cool about blank canvas venues like Tourists is you can really transform the space into whatever you want it to be, while still having that minimalist vibe as the backdrop for your full wedding gallery.
4. Lost Fox Inn
Location: Litchfield, CT
Capacity: 140 guests
For the couple looking for a moody & intimate New England wedding, this idyllic 1740’s tavern blends history with modern luxury. As a documentary-style wedding photographer, Lost Fox Inn catches my eye because of how picturesque and interesting each space on the property is. With on-site catering, venue coordination, and exclusive aces to the 10.5 acres from Friday to Sunday of your wedding weekend, Lost Fox Inn is truly the definition of an all-inclusive, unique New England wedding venue.
Boston Restaurant Weddings
5. Prima
Location: Boston, Charlestown MA
Capacity: 212 guests
Moody, dramatic, and effortlessly romantic, Prima is an Italian-inspired steakhouse that makes for an unforgettable Boston restaurant wedding venue. Getting married in a restaurant means two things: amazing ambiance and next-level food. Plus, imagine sneaking out for wedding portraits in their Rose Room, or the streets of Charlestown — chef’s kiss.
Historic Wedding Venues in New England
7. Lyman Estate
Location: Waltham, MA
Capacity: 160 guests
If you’re obsessed with Little Women (aka the greatest movie of all time) then this might be the venue for you, because parts of this iconic movie were filmed at this historic Massachusetts wedding venue. If you want your wedding to feel like a period drama but in the best way possible, Lyman Estate is for you. With a stunning ballroom (the good kind) and beautiful gardens, it’s an iconic venue for couples who love history and romance, and is perfect for any season.
8. Loring Greenough House
Location: Jamaica Plain, MA
Capacity: 150 guests
This historic home in Jamaica Plain is pure charm. With gorgeous gardens and elegant interiors, it’s a dreamy venue for couples who love historic architecture but don’t want a super traditional setting. Plus, it’s tucked right in the heart of Boston, so you get that intimate, secluded feel without leaving the city.
9. Mount Hope Farm
Location: Bristol, RI
Capacity: 250 guests
Ocean views? Check. Historic charm? Check. Open fields? Check. Mount Hope Farm is a perfect blend of coastal and countryside, making it a dream venue for couples who love New England but don’t want to be boxed into one aesthetic. Whether you’re envisioning a casual, outdoor wedding or something more refined, this venue gives you the best of both worlds.
Industrial Wedding Venues in New England
10. Machines with Magnets
Location: Pawtucket, RI
Capacity: 200 guests
If you and your partner are into art, music, or anything creative, this art-gallery wedding venue is a gem. Machines with Magnets is an art gallery and performance space with a midcentury-modern aesthetic, rotating contemporary exhibits, and a full bar. It’s perfect for couples who want an artsy, unconventional wedding with a built-in cool factor.
11. Garage B
Location: Boston, MA
Capacity: 250 guests
An industrial, open-concept space with endless possibilities, Garage B is for couples who want to create a totally unique wedding experience. Whether you’re planning a high-energy disco celebration or a black tie modern event, this space can be transformed to match your vision.
Are you Looking for a New England Wedding Photographer for your Unique Wedding?
There you have it—10+ New England wedding venues that are jam-packed with personality, charm, and will be something you and your guests have never seen! No outdated ballrooms or stuffy vibes, just gorgeous spaces that allow you to create a wedding that feels like you.
If you’re looking for a documentary-style wedding photographer who understands your vision and wants to capture your day with emotion-packed images that feel true to who you are as a couple, I’d love to chat! Shoot me an inquiry to get our convo started — I can’t wait to learn more about your day!
