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Locust Grove Estate
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"The staff at Locust Grove were easy to work with to book our wedding here. They answered any..."
"Locust Grove is a stunning wedding venue in the heart of the Hudson Valley. From the initial..."
Why couples loved this venue
- Unique aesthetic style
- Guests comfort
- Amenities
What is the story behind Locust Grove Estate?
The Locust Grove Estate is a not-for-profit museum and nature preserve located in Poughkeepsie, New York - the heart of the Hudson Valley. Set on 200 acres of landscaped grounds overlooking the Hudson River, the estate offers endless wedding photography opportunities in the historic gardens. With just one event booked each evening, guests also have exclusive access to art galleries in the Arts-and-Crafts-style museum pavilion, beautiful flower gardens, and both indoor and outdoor event spaces.
Facilities and Capacity
The Locust Grove Estate offers a unique event space in any season. The West Gallery can comfortably accommodate between 50 and 150 guests indoors for dinner and dancing, while the nearby Garden Lawn can also be rented for a wedding ceremony that overlooks the flower gardens. In case of rain, an indoor backup space is available for ceremonies (no need to rent a tent). The West Gallery features a vaulted ceiling studded with hanging lanterns, three walls of windows and french doors that open onto bluestone terraces, and gardens views. The rental fee includes tables, chairs, a full catering kitchen, air conditioning, ample restroom facilities, and convenient parking for guests. Choose your own caterer to provide the menu and bar service that you prefer. Lots of guests traveling? Two hotels are within walking distance, and three more within a five-minute drive.
Experience
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47 years in business
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We speak English and Spanish
What does a real wedding at Locust Grove Estate look like?
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What are Locust Grove Estate's site fees and venue policies?
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?
$5,000
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$3,000
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
$1,000
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$1,000
Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Tables
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
50
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
2
Describe your venue:
Art Gallery
Banquet Hall
Country/Golf Club
Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
Museum
Park
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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi
What event items are available?
Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables
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
November
December
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Locust Grove is a stunning, affordable Hudson Valley wedding venue with beautiful gardens, river views, and versatile indoor/outdoor ceremony and reception spaces. Staff are professional, responsive, and helpful, and the on-site cottage/Greystone House provides great getting-ready space. A nearby hotel and vendor flexibility make it convenient and customizable.
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Shannon Sent on 10/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Gorgeous Grounds
The staff at Locust Grove were easy to work with to book our wedding here. They answered any questions we had and responded in a timely manner. The venue itself is the PERFECT wedding venue with a gorgeous backdrop for the ceremony and a beautiful indoor space. They also have a great backup option for indoor space to have the ceremony. There is plenty of space for your guests. The grounds are perfect for photos and for a private moment as a married couple. We HIGHLY recommend Locust Grove.
Patricia Sent on 09/18/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect Hudson Valley Wedding Venue
Locust Grove is a stunning wedding venue in the heart of the Hudson Valley. From the initial planning stages through the wedding day itself, the entire experience was exceptional. The staff was professional, organized, and attentive, making every detail feel seamless.
The grounds provide a breathtaking backdrop for an outdoor ceremony, and the venue also offers a beautiful indoor option in case of inclement weather. The reception hall is spacious, elegant, and perfect for celebrating with family and friends. One of the standout features is the charming cottage available to rent for the day, giving the bridal party a comfortable and private space to prepare for the occasion.
Another major advantage is the venue's convenient location within walking distance of a hotel, making it incredibly easy for out-of-town guests. With its beautiful setting, thoughtful amenities, and outstanding staff, Locust Grove is truly a perfect place to celebrate a wedding.
The grounds provide a breathtaking backdrop for an outdoor ceremony, and the venue also offers a beautiful indoor option in case of inclement weather. The reception hall is spacious, elegant, and perfect for celebrating with family and friends. One of the standout features is the charming cottage available to rent for the day, giving the bridal party a comfortable and private space to prepare for the occasion.
Another major advantage is the venue's convenient location within walking distance of a hotel, making it incredibly easy for out-of-town guests. With its beautiful setting, thoughtful amenities, and outstanding staff, Locust Grove is truly a perfect place to celebrate a wedding.
Katie Sent on 03/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating
The perfect venue for us and our guests
I was so excited to be able to book Locust Grove for our wedding. I attended a wedding there as a guest and have visited many times. It’s a beautiful estate! We worked with Janna and she was fantastic. She was responsive and accommodating. Between our wedding coordinators, caterer and the seamless flow of the venue, I didn’t have to worry about a thing the day of the wedding. I got ready in the cottage with the mothers and bridesmaids. It was so fun!
We had the ceremony outside but it was a relief to have an indoor option that could be determined day of. The grounds are flat and one level, which was perfect for some of our guests’ needs.
We had a beautiful ceremony and reception at Locust Grove. I highly recommend it!
Photos by Richard Krutik Photography
We had the ceremony outside but it was a relief to have an indoor option that could be determined day of. The grounds are flat and one level, which was perfect for some of our guests’ needs.
We had a beautiful ceremony and reception at Locust Grove. I highly recommend it!
Photos by Richard Krutik Photography
Kerri Sent on 09/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating
The Best Venue in the HV
Booking Locust Grove Estate was the best decision I made during wedding planning. The venue is stunning and yet so affordable. Locust Grove provides the space, the arch, and the chairs, but does not require you to book with their preferred vendors. Because of this, you can design your day exactly as you want it to be and within your own budget. We got so many compliments on the location, which is a Hudson Valley oasis nestled in Poughkeepsie, with beautiful gardens and views of the Hudson River. You get the best of both worlds with Locust Grove because your ceremony can be outside, but the reception space is indoors and has AC. There is a Courtyard Marriott next door, and a walking path connects the two properties, which was super convenient for our guests and saved us the expense of providing transportation. Also, I'd highly recommend booking the Greystone House to get ready in, it is beautiful and spacious and provides a great backdrop for photos. I could not recommend Locust Grove Estate enough!
Melissa Sent on 07/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating
So wonderful to get married here!
Ken was amazingly kind during the whole process!! It was a beautiful place to get married (we got to experience it in both rain and shine and it was magical in both settings). We cannot wait to go back and visit on our anniversary! All of our guest remarked about how beautiful the space was! We also rented out Greystone House which was magnificent! Highly recommend doing that too for brides!
Emily Sent on 03/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Fantastic venue for a fall wedding
We loved working with Ken and the team at Locust Grove for our wedding. They were so helpful with planning and coordinating the day that we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Ken was so friendly and knowledgeable and made everyone feel welcome. The Greystone house is stunning to get ready in!
Lauren Sent on 10/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Wonderful experience
Locust Grove Estate is absolutely beautiful. The gallery, grounds, garden, and property are gorgeous. We had our wedding there recently and it was the perfect venue! The foliage looked wonderful, the hall was spacious. Choosing this venue was very budget-friendly and Ken is so helpful and communicative. We highly recommend. Thank you, Locust Grove!
William Sent on 09/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Locust Grove is Incredible!
Locust Grove is an incredibly beautiful venue. It couldn’t have been more perfect for our 90-person wedding in late August. The ceremony space was a garden that was so full of life - it was exactly what we wanted as we took such an important step forward together. After the ceremony, the cocktail hour happened on the patio, which was a perfect space to enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and the beautiful weather with our loved ones! The reception space is also excellent, and had a fantastic dance floor and great HVAC to keep the guests cool, calm, and collected. We love Locust Grove and are so excited to have it be a part of our relationship. We look forward to coming back to visit in the future! Also, no review of Locust Grove would be complete without the mention of Kenneth Snodgrass, the director - he is an absolute champion and was always willing to help us with whatever we needed to make sure our wedding went perfectly!
Angelina Sent on 09/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely stunning!
Locust Grove was the most unique and beautiful wedding venue! We looked at over 20 venues and the second we found locust grove we knew it was the one. Ken is an absolute pleasure to work with! Each of our guests was so surprised by how beautiful the venue was. We plan on coming back every year to celebrate our anniversary and walk along the trails!
Eric Sent on 09/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Simply the best
Locust grove is an insanely beautiful place to have a wedding. Ken the contact is amazing and always there to answer questions. The added benefit is that besides weddings they do such great work for the community that it is so nice knowing that's where our money is going. The greystone house that the ladies used to get ready is STUNNING.
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Locust Grove Estate frequently asked questions
Locust Grove Estate includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- Parking
- Tables
The space offered by Locust Grove Estate for wedding events is known for:
- Art Gallery
- Banquet Hall
- Country/Golf Club
- Garden
- Historic Building
- Mansion
- Museum
- Park
Locust Grove Estate offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Covered Outdoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
Locust Grove Estate offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
Locust Grove Estate offers the following services for wedding events:
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Outside Vendors
- Pet Friendly
- Wifi
Locust Grove Estate offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Altar/Arch
- Chairs
- Dance Floor
- Lighting
- Tables
Locust Grove Estate is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in flexibility.