From beautifully, manicured golf courses to historic and romantic mansions, here are a few of my favorite Rochester wedding venues to consider for an unforgettable wedding!

Rochester Wedding Venues

Planning a wedding in Rochester is an adventure filled with choices, especially when it comes to picking the perfect venue. Rochester’s wedding spots range from historic buildings to lush golf courses, each with its own unique character. Here’s a guide to some of the area’s top wedding venues, helping you decide which backdrop best fits your style and vision.

Arbor Midtown

Arbor Midtown blends historical charm with luxury in a former 1926 bank building, setting the stage for a sophisticated wedding. Its grand architecture, featuring art deco design, marble columns, and vaulted ceilings, makes it a romantic choice for couples. Arbor Midtown can accommodate various wedding sizes, with its grand ballroom holding up to 250 guests for seated events and 550 for cocktail-style receptions. Couples can enjoy a spacious suite and parlor area, perfect for getting ready with loved ones before the ceremony.

What’s Included at Arbor Midtown:

• Full-day venue access (10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.)
• On-site wedding planner for the day
• In-house bar and catering services
• AV equipment
• Valet
• Onsite Ceremony with Ceremony Assistance
• Onsite Arbor Venues Service Coordinator
• Day-Of Vendor Coordination
• Memory and Guest Book Table Setup
• Dessert Table Setup
• 72” Round Tables (Limited 6’ & 8’ Long Tables)
• High and Low Cocktail Tables
• Your Choice of Floor-Length Linens and Napkins
• Chairs
• Decorative Lounge Furniture
• Glassware, Flatware, China

Avanti Mansion

Avanti Mansion provides an enchanting Victorian-inspired setting for weddings. Surrounded by gardens and featuring ornate interior spaces, this venue offers a beautiful and versatile space, whether you’re planning a small, intimate affair or a larger celebration. You can choose from one of three venue spaces on site: Amore Ballroom, The Garden, and Amore Library.

Amore Ballroom is a large indoor space that can accommodate up to 275 guests, and also features an outdoor covered patio, indoor and outdoor bars, and a terrace that is perfect to host your ceremony. The Garden is an absolutely gorgeous outdoor space with a custom tent, a large patio with fire pits perfect for those chilly nights, and a hillside ceremony site that is breathtaking. You also have access to eight, green and lush acres with this venue. And finally, the Amore Library is a romantic, intimate space for smaller celebrations with it’s beautiful heart-shaped staircase.

Avanti Mansion is the most dreamy wedding venue here in Rochester!

What’s Included at Avanti Mansion:

• Access to multiple indoor and outdoor settings
• Event coordination services
• Full-service catering and bar
• Event manager on site
• China, barware, and flatware
• Tables with linens
• Chiavari chairs
• Onsite parking
• Luxurious bridal suite
• Centerpieces

Ravenwood Golf Club

Located amid scenic fairways and manicured greens, Ravenwood Golf Club offers an elegant and peaceful setting for weddings. The club provides a beautiful natural backdrop with its gardens and ponds, making it a dream for couples wanting a serene, outdoor vibe. Indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces are available, and Ravenwood’s team is dedicated to ensuring every detail of your big day is just right.

The Black Raven Banquet Room is perfect for hosting a reception, with beautiful views of the championship golf course’s landscape. With it’s sliding glass doors that open up completely overlooking the garden and lighted waterfall, it can also be perfect for a ceremony as well!

What’s Included at Ravenwood Golf Club:

• Indoor and outdoor ceremony sites
• Wedding coordination services
• Customizable catering options
• Bridal suite and groom’s lounge
• Complimentary parking

Oaks Manor

Oaks Manor, a historic venue with lush gardens and elegant architecture, creates a romantic, intimate setting for weddings. With a garden gazebo, indoor reception spaces, and the timeless beauty of the mansion’s design, this venue is ideal for couples who want a fairytale-like backdrop.

Your ceremony can be hosted directly on the grounds, surrounded by lush greenery, which makes for truly stunning photos. But one of the best parts of Oaks Manor is the convenience of your guests being able to stay right on site! The manor can sleep up to 23 people, including the bridal suite and groom’s quarters. So if you want the convenience of staying on the property after your big day, this a really perfect option!

What’s Included at Oaks Manor:

• Garden gazebo for outdoor ceremonies
• Indoor reception rooms with vintage decor
• Catering and beverage services
• Lodging on site
• Pond on the grounds
• Game rooms
• Seating

Deerfield Country Club

Deerfield Country Club offers timeless elegance and extensive grounds for a grand wedding experience, accommodating up to 250 guests. The property includes several rooms to tailor to different wedding sizes, with large windows and chandeliers adding elegance to any celebration. The ceremony space is absolutely gorgeous with it’s stone steps and wood arbor that can be adorned with florals to create a romantic backdrop.

You can explore the property grounds for plenty of beautiful, scenic locations to stop and take photos with your partner. From the grand, timber-frame entrance to the modern, rustic event spaces, the simple but charming space is ready for you to transform it to whatever you have envisioned.

What’s Included at Deerfield Country Club:

• Exclusive access to the ballroom and grounds
• In-house catering and bar services
• Bridal suite for pre-ceremony preparations

Inquire on their website to get more details about what is included in their packages.

The Sterling

The Sterling brings modern elegance to Rochester’s wedding scene with its sleek interiors, flexible spaces, and top-notch service. It has over 10,000 square feet of event space, and can accommodate up to 400 guests, making it a perfect option for larger weddings. The Sterling offers seven unique spaces to accommodate every aspect of your memorable celebration. From the dining hall to the mezzanine and from the patio to the balcony.

The unique ceremony space surrounded by a pond will be sure to wow your guests and create the most romantic atmosphere to say your vows. The wall of windows in the reception space will give plenty of natural light and create a modern, minimalistic vibe. The grounds are a gorgeous place to explore and I absolutely adore this venue!

What’s Included at The Sterling:

• Indoor and outdoor ceremony options
• In-house catering and bar services
• State-of-the-art lighting and sound
• Balcony and patio spaces
• Mezzanine area for additional seating

Rochester Wedding Photographer

Hi, I’m Mariah, a traveling wedding, elopement + lifestyle photographer based in Rochester, New York. I capture the beautiful, big, and intimate moments throughout your wedding day that quickly become cherished memories. So if you’re ready to start planning your Rochester wedding, inquire here & let’s talk more about what you have envisioned for your day!