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Ashlyn Amaral
Ashlyn Amaral
Sales and Event Coordinator

50 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Harbor Lights is a coastal wedding venue located in Warwick, Rhode Island. Offering a serene, relaxing setting, this venue can make your wedding feel like a vacation. With an alluring bayside location and a breathtaking view, this venue is ideally suited to a romantic and unforgettable wedding celebration. Couples and their guests will find this space filled with luxury and charm, letting you enjoy your special day to the fullest with your loved ones. From the Grand Ballroom to the seaside ceremony space, Harbor Lights offers a wealth of possibilities for your special day.

Facilities and Capacity

The main celebration venue of the Harbor Lights is the Grand Ballroom. With a maximum capacity of 200, it offers a wealth of space for you and your guests to enjoy. With its bright, open atmosphere, it presents a charming and versatile setting for your special celebration. Outside, you and your guests can enjoy a stunning seaside view ideal for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and photoshoots. As an added touch, you can enjoy an evening poolside cocktail, a rehearsal dinner at the in-house restaurant, or even a luxury harbor cruise.

Services Offered

The team at Harbor Lights takes the time to fully understand the needs of each client before their big day begins. Their on-site event planners can be there for you, helping you coordinate every detail of your special celebration. Additionally, bar and serving staff will be available to cater to the needs of you and your guests. Other services, such as furniture and equipment hire, are also available at this celebrated venue.

Cuisine

Harbor Lights offers both formal and casual menus, both of which have exquisite cuisine for your special day. You can choose from a sit-down menu, buffet, or both. You can also have a wide variety of gourmet selections to choose from, ranging from classic to cutting-edge. In order to reflect your personality, this venue also offers custom menus where you can create your own buffet, presentation stations, and more.

FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Country/Golf Club
Marina
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of Harbor Lights

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Harbor Lights is highly praised by couples for its picturesque waterfront location, excellent service, and delicious food. The venue coordinators, particularly Becca and Maxine, are commended for their helpfulness and professionalism in ensuring flawless weddings. Guests appreciated the stunning ceremony spaces, the accommodating staff, and the seamless execution of events. The inclusive packages, beautiful views, and attentive service make Harbor Lights a top choice for a memorable wedding experience.

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Harbor Lights is highly praised by couples for its picturesque waterfront location, excellent service, and delicious food. The venue coordinators, particularly Becca and Maxine, are commended for their helpfulness and professionalism in ensuring flawless weddings. Guests appreciated the stunning ceremony spaces, the accommodating staff, and the seamless execution of events. The inclusive packages, beautiful views, and attentive service make Harbor Lights a top choice for a memorable wedding experience.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 91 reviews
Google
4.4/5 419 reviews
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Erin Sent on 10/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Wedding at Harbor Lights

From start to finish, our experience with Harbor Lights was nothing short of exceptional. Our wedding day went more smoothly than I could have ever imagined, and that is thanks to the incredible team behind the scenes who worked tirelessly to make every detail perfect.
The Day Of
The execution on the day of our wedding was absolutely flawless. Harbor Lights handled every aspect of setup and breakdown seamlessly, without us or our families needing to lift a finger. When I walked into the space for the first time on our wedding day, I was genuinely overwhelmed (in the best way possible) — they had set everything up even more beautifully than I had pictured in my mind. Every table, every decoration, every detail was in place and looked stunning. And at the end of the night, they packed everything up and broke everything down with the same care and attention, so we didn’t have to worry about a thing. It allowed us to fully enjoy our night without stress.
The Staff
The waitstaff and on-site team were phenomenal. They were professional, courteous, and incredibly attentive to our guests’ needs. We received so many compliments from friends and family about how kind and efficient the staff was throughout the evening. They kept things running smoothly and made sure everyone was comfortable and happy.
The Planning Process
A massive part of what made this experience so great was working with Becca. From the very beginning, Becca was a dream to work with. She was incredibly patient, kind, and responsive — no matter how many emails, phone calls, or questions I sent her way (and there were a lot), she always got back to me quickly and never once made me feel like a burden. She remained calm and helpful at every turn and even offered suggestions that ultimately made our day even better than we imagined. Her professionalism and warmth were unmatched, and I honestly don’t know what I would have done without her guidance.
The Venue Itself
And of course, Harbor Lights is absolutely breathtaking. The waterfront views, the beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces, and the overall atmosphere created the perfect backdrop for our celebration. It was elegant yet relaxed, romantic yet fun — exactly what we had envisioned for our big day.
If you’re considering Harbor Lights for your wedding or special event, don’t hesitate. Between the stunning location, the wonderful staff, and the incredible support throughout the planning process, it truly was everything we hoped for and more. I can’t recommend it highly enough!
Tia
Tia Sent on 12/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Hidden Gem, but Amazing Venue

We had an absolute blast! I worked with Becca for about a a year and half working on our wedding. This was a last minute venue find and what a gem it is. Their ceremony location is beautiful and their ballroom is amazing. You can really make it your own. The food is amazing, all my guests were beyond happy with their meals and drinks. The staff were very kind and accommodating and they really make you feel special and taken care of. I wish I could have another wedding there, haha! Thanks again, Becca and Team!
Justin & Michaela
Justin M. Sent on 11/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Julia is the best!

We can't say enough great things about Julia! She was easy to talk to and very knowledgeable. She was amazing leading up to our wedding, and pulled it off without a single hiccup on the day of. Best Day Ever!
Tie
Tie Sent on 11/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Day

We had our wedding at this venue this past summer and had the pleasure of having Becca as both our planner and day of coordinator. Throughout the planning process, she helped tremendously with strong communication and flexibility to ensure we had our perfect day at an affordable rate! She was very insightful, providing suggestions for some of the decisions that we were uncertain about. The day of the wedding, Becca went above and beyond to make sure everything went as planned and was prepared to help with any last minute adjustments. Our day could not have gone any better and we are forever grateful to Becca for the role she had in helping make sure our special day was absolutely perfect!
J
Jenna Sent on 11/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A dream wedding venue

I got married at Harbor Lights this past weekend and it was everything we could've imagined and more. From the start, our coordinator Becca showed so much attention to detail, was so organized and friendly and really helped us to envision our day and make sure it was exactly how we wanted. She was prompt with everything and answered all of my (many) questions throughout the entire process.
The venue is stunning and the ceremony space was absolutely perfect, even in November! SO many gorgeous photo spots.
The food was amazing and our guests came up to us all night long raving about how it was the best they had had at any wedding. Everything ran so smoothly. The catering staff was so professional and prompt with everything and our bartender Walter was also amazing.

A truly perfect day and I would recommend Harbor Lights to any future couple :)
Meghan
Meghan Sent on 10/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our perfect venue!

We had an absolutely amazing wedding with Harbor Lights on 6/6/2025. Rebecca was great with coordinating and helping us iron out every little detail. Our guests loved the venue and the food- would highly recommend!
D
Devan Sent on 10/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Venue

Harbor Lights did a fanastic job for our wedding. The venue is clean and they put in the effort to make all the details perfect. We loved having our ceremony of the Seaside Terrace and our Reception in the Grand Ballroom. Would definitely recommend this venue.
K
Kathy Sent on 12/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Bridal Shower

I hosted my daughter-in-law's Bridal Shower here last month and it was a lovely event. The girls in the sales office and the staff that day were all very pleasant to work with, and my daughter-in-law was happy with everything. I have been to events here in the past and am continually impressed by Harbor Lights.
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Kelsey Sent on 12/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The night of my life!

My wedding took place at Harbor Lights this fall and it was the best night of my life! My fiance and I spent months deciding on a venue and I'm so glad we chose Harbor Lights. The planning process was long but smooth and Becca walked me through everything up until the day-of, when I felt taken care of, heard, and valued. I felt like how a bride should! My dad, who is a huge foodie, still raves about the food (especially the steak meal and the chicken taco appetizers!). I've already recommended Harbor Lights to some friends and family planning events and will definitely keep doing so! I hope to attend one of theirs soon!
B
Barbara Sent on 12/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Bridal shower

We hosted my daughter's bridal shower at Harbor Lights recently and it was wonderful! The planning process was easy, the staff that day was helpful, and all of our guests loved the food. My daughter was very happy with the room we were in (I forgot what its called but it was downstairs with the water view) and the food as well. I was only nervous about having just one hour to decorate before the shower started, but thanks to the room already being set up when we arrived, it was plenty of time.
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Ashlyn Amaral
Ashlyn Amaral
Sales and Event Coordinator
Kashton Fielding
Kashton Fielding
Sales and Events Manager

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Harbor Lights is a great place! Beautiful sunsets over looking the water. They do a great job.

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Beautiful venue and professional staff. They take care of everything so all you have to do is enjoy your day. We love working here and highly recommend it for anyone looked for a venue that can do it all!

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Harbor Lights frequently asked questions

Harbor Lights includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Harbor Lights includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Harbor Lights includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Harbor Lights for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Country/Golf Club
  • Marina
  • Waterfront
Harbor Lights offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Harbor Lights offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Harbor Lights offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Wifi
Harbor Lights offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Harbor Lights is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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