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Pavilion at Sunken Meadow is a beachfront wedding venue located on Long Island in Kings Park, New York. Couples and their guests will enjoy gorgeous views of the Long Island Sound at this North Shore Beach setting. Their experienced staff will ensure your planning process is relaxed and stress-free. Pavilion at Sunken Meadow, a Lessing’s Hospitality Group venue, looks forward to making your special day everything you dreamed it to be

Facilities and Capacity

Couples can accommodate up to 300 guests at this waterfront establishment. You can say your “I do’s” on their white sandy beach, underneath a romantic arch with the crashing waves serving as your backdrop. From there, you and your guests can move over to their spacious deck for cocktail hour. This deck features a gorgeous white tent to protect against inclement weather. For your reception, you and your loved ones can dine and dance the night away in their covered pavilion. This beautiful space features wooden beams, unique lighting fixtures, and floor-to-ceiling windows, framing gorgeous views of the Long Island Sound.

Services Offered

This full-service venue has an in-house party planner to oversee your planning process from start to finish. Pavilion at Sunken Meadow only hosts one wedding at a time, in order to give you the time and attention you deserve. Tables, chairs, and linens are included in their rental fee, along with china, glassware, and flatware. Couples can choose from multiple packages, including an all-inclusive option, that lets you take care of every detail in one place. Additional services include:

  • Bar services
  • Bridal changing room
  • Catering services
  • Cleanup
  • Directional cards
  • Lighting and sound
  • Outside vendors allowed
  • Personal maitre d’ and captain
  • Pet-friendly spaces
  • Place cards
  • Setup

Cuisine

This unique venue’s wedding package includes a five-hour reception, with your choice of a sit-down or cocktail-style dinner. Your cocktail hour will include food display and passed hors d’oeuvres, while your bar package will include top-shelf liquors, and a selection of cocktails, beers, wines, and champagne. You’ll also enjoy a custom, tiered wedding cake, and coffee and tea service. Sample plated entrees include:

  • Blackened mahi mahi topped with mango, pineapple salsa
  • Herb grilled salmon, lemon wine and chive sauce
  • Roasted French breast of chicken in a light lemon tarragon wine sauce

Other Services

In addition to hosting lavish affairs, Pavilion at Sunken Meadow, located at the west end of the Sunken Meadow Boardwalk, is also happy to host intimate elopements. Additional events they are happy to hold include:

  • Bridal shower
  • Engagement party
  • Rehearsal dinner
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Frequently asked questions

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?

$1,800

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?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

100

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Beach
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?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

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

Reviews of Pavilion at Sunken Meadow

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The Pavilion at Sunken Meadow offers stunning beach views and a relaxed, destination-style vibe. Guests praise the professional, attentive staff who make planning and the wedding day seamless and handle weather or logistics smoothly. Food is frequently called phenomenal; the venue is affordable, flexible with DIY options, and leaves guests raving.

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The Pavilion at Sunken Meadow offers stunning beach views and a relaxed, destination-style vibe. Guests praise the professional, attentive staff who make planning and the wedding day seamless and handle weather or logistics smoothly. Food is frequently called phenomenal; the venue is affordable, flexible with DIY options, and leaves guests raving.

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Jennifer Sent on 03/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Winter Wedding

My daughter and son-in-law's wedding at the Pavilion at Sunken Meadow this past January was nothing short of breathtaking. The venue itself was a stunning, romantic beach setting that exuded warmth and welcome. The decorations were elegantly simple, transforming the space into a magical winter wonderland. The bridal suite was the perfect haven for the wedding party to prepare and for the newlyweds to share a private moment after the ceremony. The cuisine was exceptional, with each dish expertly prepared and tailored to the couple's vision.

Moving on… we are forever grateful for Tarek and his exceptional staff, who treated us like family from day one while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Their outstanding communication, unwavering attentiveness, and kindness made us feel truly special. We cherish the memories and wish we had more reasons to celebrate with them. My daughter, who was initially hesitant about having a wedding, beamed with joy, saying 'Mom, I loved my wedding so much, I wish I could do it again!'
Nancy
Nancy Sent on 10/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Sunken Meadow 5/5 STARS!

Sunken Meadow was so amazing. For the bang for your buck, the food was TOP notch, and the staff was so professional and fun. Anthony the maitre D and Maureen the bridal attendant were the VIPS of the day. Tarek, the GM is also so knowledgable and helpful and put us in touch with all the best vendors. We literally did not have to worry about a thing! There is no way we could have afforded a similar wedding with this many people at almost any other venue of this size, on the BEACH no less! Could not recommend Sunken Meadow any more.
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Mackenzie Sent on 10/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Venue ever!!

The Pavilion was amazing!!! Our wedding day was so special, we couldn’t have asked for a better day/venue! Tarek, Anthony and Cece were fantastic! They made our day stress free and seamless!! Definitely book your wedding here!!
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Daniel Sent on 10/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue and staff

The pavilion was an amazing place to have our wedding. The staff was exceptional and go above and beyond to make sure everything is to your liking. Tarek was amazing throughout the booking/planning stages. Anthony and Cece were amazing week/day of to make sure we were well taken care of. Couldn’t recommend enough
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Karen Sent on 10/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome wedding!

Even through a nor’easter we had the best experience at The Pavilion! Tarek, the sites manager was very helpful. He answered all of my questions with a smile and was very prompt and answering both emails and text messages. He talked us through everything from beginning to end and is very knowledgeable in what he does. Our Maitre’D was Anthony and he was incredible! He handled everything with professionalism, a huge smile and a great attitude! Our guests couldn’t stop raving about him. He truly made the day that much more fun. I wholeheartedly recommend the pavilion to anyone who wants to have an absolutely amazing time at an absolutely gorgeous venue.!
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Halle Sent on 10/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Venue Ever!!!

We couldn't have chosen a better wedding with a better vibe than the Pavilion! All of our guests are still raving about how perfect the entire night went. The staff at the Pavilion go above and beyond and truly feel like your best friends on your wedding day. The vibe was so chill, happy, beachy, and carefree. I'd recommend it again and again to anyone. It felt like a destination wedding and we didn't have to leave Long Island! Tarek, Anthony, and Cici were just the best and easiest people to work with. Anthony called me 2 days before the wedding to make sure everything was in order and I felt I could put all my trust in him and the whole team. Just the best :)
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Makenzie Sent on 09/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best night of my life

This venue is absolutely breath taking and worth every penny you pay to make the big day as special as you can. My maître D was a woman named Cece and she was super sweet, accommodating, and respected everything I wanted for my big day. Anything I needed she made sure I got. Anthony was incredible and made everything go as smooth as possible. He told me where to be and when to be there by and he kept the night going. All and all this was the best night of my life and this experience far surpassed my expectations. Between the food, drinks and music, everything was on point the day of. I have no complaints about this venue and all staff members were extremely helpful. Would totally recommend this venue especially due to the pricing as well. Very budget friendly and affordable. What an amazing time I wish I could go back to.
Tim
Tim Sent on 09/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Seamless Planning, Incredible Staff, and Gorgeous Setting

From the moment my husband (Tim) and I saw the Pavilion at Sunken Meadow, we knew it was the place for us. We actually canceled our other tours because nothing could compare. The full glass walls opening onto the boardwalk and beach completely captured the beauty of Long Island in summer—something so many other venues on the island just don’t showcase.

I worked with Tarek for most of our engagement, and I truly cannot thank him enough. He answered every single email (even late at night) quickly and thoroughly, and I honestly don’t think he ever said no to anything we asked. He made planning our wedding easy, seamless, and completely stress-free.

We had our ceremony on the beach, cocktail hour in the tent, and our reception inside. With about 105 guests, it was the perfect size—plenty of room to dance and still feel intimate.

Anthony, our Maitre D, was a total rock star. We met him at our tasting and again when we dropped off what felt like dozens of bins of décor—he didn’t bat an eye. On the wedding day, he did it all: from hanging florals in the tent to keeping my bridal party on track to fixing an issue with our shuttle bus (without me even knowing!). Because the shuttle ran late, our ceremony started 15 minutes behind schedule—Anthony made sure those 15 minutes were added back at the end of the night. When we came back the next day, all our décor was already packed up and waiting for us.

My bridal attendant, CiCi, was an absolute angel. I don’t think I ever finished a drink before she had a fresh one ready. She anticipated my needs before I even knew I had them, kept me calm when the shuttle was delayed, and had cocktail hour food waiting for us in the bridal suite so we could actually eat. She bustled my dress in seconds, handled everything with grace, and made sure a special surprise I planned for Tim (Sparky from the NY Islanders!) went off without a hitch.

We also had Jim as our security, though “personal bodyguard” feels more accurate. He literally said, “Where Jessica goes, I go,” and he meant it. During photos, he helped me across the sand, handed me water, and even held an umbrella to shade me. I thought he left after the ceremony, but my mom told me she saw him patrolling the Pavilion until our reception ended at 11 p.m.—which was such a comfort since the venue is on a public boardwalk.

And the food—amazing. Our bridal party had sandwich wraps before the first look, which they loved. For cocktail hour, we chose Southern BBQ, Pasta, Mulberry Street (Italian), and Shipwrecked Seafood (an upgrade, but worth it). The passed apps were just as delicious, and everyone raved. For dinner, we had burrata salad and a choice of filet, chicken with mozzarella, or stuffed sole. Not one complaint. We finished with cake, an ice cream bar, and late-night snacks, and everything was incredible (even the leftovers the next day!).

I could go on and on, but the bottom line is this: our day was flawless because of the team at the Pavilion. My guests are still telling me it was one of the most beautiful weddings they’ve ever been to, and I truly wish I could relive it all over again. Five stars aren’t enough for Tarek, Anthony, CiCi, Jim, and the entire Pavilion team—they gave us the wedding of our dreams.
H
Heather Sent on 09/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue

This was the perfect venue for the wedding of our dreams. Relaxed, fun and beautiful. The staff was amazing throughout the whole planning process and wedding, especially Tarek, Anthony and CeeCee. The weather was miserable the day we got married but they did everything they could think of to ensure our guests were comfortable and we had as close to the experience we were hoping for. Everyone raved about the food (even a guest who is a trained chef). They sent us home with leftovers and everything was expertly packed up when we returned to pick up our decor.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 08/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding

My wife and I got married at The Pavilion on July 19th of this year, and it was truly the most magical day of our lives. From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. The beach ceremony was absolutely breathtaking & our guests are still raving about the stunning views and romantic setting. The food was phenomenal, and had several guests say it was some of the best food they have had at a wedding.
From the very beginning, Tarek was incredible to work with. He was responsive, kind, and always willing to answer any questions or concerns we had along the way. His calm and confident presence made the planning process feel easy and exciting.
Our maître d’, Anthony, was just incredible. He brought our vision to life flawlessly and made sure every detail, from the décor to the flow of the night, was executed perfectly. We felt so taken care of and at ease knowing he was overseeing everything. I truly can't say enough wonderful things about Anthony.
The entire staff went above and beyond to make our day special. Our bridal attendant, Sabrina, was an absolute angel. She made sure we were fed, hydrated, and comfortable all day. Her attentiveness and warm energy was so nice through all the chaos of the wedding day.
We are beyond grateful to The Pavilion team for helping us create a day that was beautiful, seamless, and unforgettable. If you're considering this venue, do it. It was everything we dreamed of and more.
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Pavilion at Sunken Meadow frequently asked questions

Pavilion at Sunken Meadow includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Pavilion at Sunken Meadow includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Pavilion at Sunken Meadow includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Pavilion at Sunken Meadow for wedding events is known for:
  • Beach
  • Park
Pavilion at Sunken Meadow offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Pavilion at Sunken Meadow offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Pavilion at Sunken Meadow offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
Pavilion at Sunken Meadow offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Tables
Pavilion at Sunken Meadow is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.8 in value.
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